Therapists in Richmond, VA
Hi there, I'm Shannon! Welcome—I'm so glad you're here. Taking the first step toward therapy is a powerful act of self-care, and I want to acknowledge the strength it takes to explore support. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, navigating big life changes, or simply needing a space to be heard—this is a safe and supportive place for you. I work with individuals across all ages, backgrounds, and diagnoses. My philosophy is rooted in the belief that life is a journey—98% of which happens outside the therapy room. My role is to equip you with tools, insights, and resources so you can become your own best advocate.
Hi there, I'm Shannon! Welcome—I'm so glad you're here. Taking the first step toward therapy is a powerful act of self-care, and I want to acknowledge the strength it takes to explore support. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, navigating big life changes, or simply needing a space to be heard—this is a safe and supportive place for you. I work with individuals across all ages, backgrounds, and diagnoses. My philosophy is rooted in the belief that life is a journey—98% of which happens outside the therapy room. My role is to equip you with tools, insights, and resources so you can become your own best advocate.
My name is Matthew Dean. I am excited to tenderly explore your story with curiosity as you seek growth and healing. As a gay man, I understand that unique and often hidden experiences matter. I have experience working with people who want help with LGBTQ+ issues, trauma, depression, anxiety, and spirituality. In a therapy session there is room for everything you are feeling. Through awareness of our thoughts, feelings, and bodies, change can begin to occur. I believe the therapeutic relationship of the counselor/client is uniquely suited to facilitate that change.
My name is Matthew Dean. I am excited to tenderly explore your story with curiosity as you seek growth and healing. As a gay man, I understand that unique and often hidden experiences matter. I have experience working with people who want help with LGBTQ+ issues, trauma, depression, anxiety, and spirituality. In a therapy session there is room for everything you are feeling. Through awareness of our thoughts, feelings, and bodies, change can begin to occur. I believe the therapeutic relationship of the counselor/client is uniquely suited to facilitate that change.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Sex Offender Treatment Provider who brings a compassionate, client‑centered approach to my work with adolescents and adults. My experience gives me a deep understanding of the many ways people experience and cope with emotional challenges. I specialize in supporting adult women navigating anxiety, depression, stress, bipolar disorder, and trauma, and I’m especially passionate about helping clients manage family conflict, set healthy boundaries, and strengthen communication so they can feel empowered.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Sex Offender Treatment Provider who brings a compassionate, client‑centered approach to my work with adolescents and adults. My experience gives me a deep understanding of the many ways people experience and cope with emotional challenges. I specialize in supporting adult women navigating anxiety, depression, stress, bipolar disorder, and trauma, and I’m especially passionate about helping clients manage family conflict, set healthy boundaries, and strengthen communication so they can feel empowered.
He has clinical experience providing individual, group, and family counseling and has worked with children, adolescents, and adults with a wide variety of presenting issues including anxiety, depression, anger management issues, substance abuse, and ASD. He enjoys connecting with families through their strengths and stories to facilitate individual and family growth. Clinically, he utilizes a Feminist-Ecological framework by addressing and understanding the need to examine human existence on multiple levels while cultivating social and racial justice and social change. He incorporates CBT, DBT, and Solution-Focused perspectives.
He has clinical experience providing individual, group, and family counseling and has worked with children, adolescents, and adults with a wide variety of presenting issues including anxiety, depression, anger management issues, substance abuse, and ASD. He enjoys connecting with families through their strengths and stories to facilitate individual and family growth. Clinically, he utilizes a Feminist-Ecological framework by addressing and understanding the need to examine human existence on multiple levels while cultivating social and racial justice and social change. He incorporates CBT, DBT, and Solution-Focused perspectives.
Rebekah J. Lowenstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23226
Waitlist for new clients
If you are living with trauma or navigating the overwhelming pain of loss, you may be feeling isolated, misunderstood or unsure how to move forward. Grief can be a heavy, complex experience, often filled with waves of sadness, anger, confusion and even guilt. Trauma often leaves us feeling stuck and misunderstood without the ability to express our full range of emotions. You don't have to face this journey alone or continue to live under the weight of your trauma. I am honored to partner with you as you begin to heal, one step at a time.
If you are living with trauma or navigating the overwhelming pain of loss, you may be feeling isolated, misunderstood or unsure how to move forward. Grief can be a heavy, complex experience, often filled with waves of sadness, anger, confusion and even guilt. Trauma often leaves us feeling stuck and misunderstood without the ability to express our full range of emotions. You don't have to face this journey alone or continue to live under the weight of your trauma. I am honored to partner with you as you begin to heal, one step at a time.
I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults who are navigating grief, depression, anxiety, and trauma-related challenges. I’m passionate about this work because I love seeing people overcome adversity and become the best versions of themselves. Your challenges do not define you as there are opportunities for growth, and I’m here to help you navigate them.
I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults who are navigating grief, depression, anxiety, and trauma-related challenges. I’m passionate about this work because I love seeing people overcome adversity and become the best versions of themselves. Your challenges do not define you as there are opportunities for growth, and I’m here to help you navigate them.
Do you find yourself saying, "How did I get here?" or "Something has to change". Often life presents us with the challenges of marriage and relationship struggles, parenting issues, questions of faith and spirituality, financial uncertainty, and, for many, traumatic experiences. I specialize in partnering with you to determine a new path forward with more freedom and greater meaning and purpose. The process of therapy is always guided by your values and goals. You have options and you have all that you need to move forward into the life that you have hoped for.
Do you find yourself saying, "How did I get here?" or "Something has to change". Often life presents us with the challenges of marriage and relationship struggles, parenting issues, questions of faith and spirituality, financial uncertainty, and, for many, traumatic experiences. I specialize in partnering with you to determine a new path forward with more freedom and greater meaning and purpose. The process of therapy is always guided by your values and goals. You have options and you have all that you need to move forward into the life that you have hoped for.
My approach is grounded in kindness, empathy, and collaboration. I believe therapy should be a safe, supportive space where you can explore emotions, gain insight, and build tools for resilience. Together, we’ll navigate life’s challenges and work toward a more authentic, fulfilling life. I strive to create an environment that affirms your identity, honors your story, and supports your well-being—especially in times when care and connection are more important than ever.
My approach is grounded in kindness, empathy, and collaboration. I believe therapy should be a safe, supportive space where you can explore emotions, gain insight, and build tools for resilience. Together, we’ll navigate life’s challenges and work toward a more authentic, fulfilling life. I strive to create an environment that affirms your identity, honors your story, and supports your well-being—especially in times when care and connection are more important than ever.
Welcome! My name is Dr. Sherika Hairston Scales, and I am passionate about helping individuals navigate
life’s challenges, develop resilience, and unlock their full potential. With over a decade of experience in
counseling, ministry, and coaching, I provide a holistic approach to personal and spiritual development,
drawing on my diverse professional background and extensive training.
Welcome! My name is Dr. Sherika Hairston Scales, and I am passionate about helping individuals navigate
life’s challenges, develop resilience, and unlock their full potential. With over a decade of experience in
counseling, ministry, and coaching, I provide a holistic approach to personal and spiritual development,
drawing on my diverse professional background and extensive training.
Hi! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Richmond, VA with over 12 years of experience in private practice. My background prior to private practice was in criminal justice, interpersonal violence and career counseling. I currently love helping others find out who they are and how to be the best versions of themself. I also have 3 small dogs who love to make appearances on camera and/or in person.
Hi! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Richmond, VA with over 12 years of experience in private practice. My background prior to private practice was in criminal justice, interpersonal violence and career counseling. I currently love helping others find out who they are and how to be the best versions of themself. I also have 3 small dogs who love to make appearances on camera and/or in person.
Do you feel the constant pressure of carrying your family's expectations while trying to figure out who you truly are? Are you a South Asian, desi, or first-generation American navigating anxiety, depression, or relationship challenges — and exhausted from having to explain your entire cultural world to a therapist who just doesn't understand where you come from?
You don't have to explain yourself here. At Saffron Integrative Therapy, we specialize in working with South Asian, desi, and first-generation individuals, couples, and families across Virginia. You deserve to be fully seen — and healing is possible.
Do you feel the constant pressure of carrying your family's expectations while trying to figure out who you truly are? Are you a South Asian, desi, or first-generation American navigating anxiety, depression, or relationship challenges — and exhausted from having to explain your entire cultural world to a therapist who just doesn't understand where you come from?
You don't have to explain yourself here. At Saffron Integrative Therapy, we specialize in working with South Asian, desi, and first-generation individuals, couples, and families across Virginia. You deserve to be fully seen — and healing is possible.
As Owner and Founder of Soul Harbor Counseling Services, I work with young adults, adults, and older adults using a trauma-informed, person-centered approach. I support clients navigating anxiety, depression, serious and persistent mental illness (including bipolar disorder and schizophrenia), substance use, grief and loss, cognitive changes, aging-related transitions, caregiver stress, and burnout. My goal is not just symptom relief, but meaningful, lasting change; supporting clients in reconnecting with themselves, strengthening relationships, building clarity, confidence, and emotional well-being.
As Owner and Founder of Soul Harbor Counseling Services, I work with young adults, adults, and older adults using a trauma-informed, person-centered approach. I support clients navigating anxiety, depression, serious and persistent mental illness (including bipolar disorder and schizophrenia), substance use, grief and loss, cognitive changes, aging-related transitions, caregiver stress, and burnout. My goal is not just symptom relief, but meaningful, lasting change; supporting clients in reconnecting with themselves, strengthening relationships, building clarity, confidence, and emotional well-being.
Whether you’ve spent a lifetime together or are just beginning your journey, relationships provide us with priceless opportunities to learn, grow, and heal. So often, we see conflict and power struggles as “warning signs” rather than precious growth gifts. How can this be when conflict with our partner is so painful? The answer lies in the struggle itself. Beneath the anger, there nearly always lies hurt, disappointment, fear, or sadness. The Imago relationship approach challenges us to embrace our vulnerability and communicate with our partner openly and without fear. When we are heard and truly seen, healing begins.
Whether you’ve spent a lifetime together or are just beginning your journey, relationships provide us with priceless opportunities to learn, grow, and heal. So often, we see conflict and power struggles as “warning signs” rather than precious growth gifts. How can this be when conflict with our partner is so painful? The answer lies in the struggle itself. Beneath the anger, there nearly always lies hurt, disappointment, fear, or sadness. The Imago relationship approach challenges us to embrace our vulnerability and communicate with our partner openly and without fear. When we are heard and truly seen, healing begins.
Are you looking to reset a relationship to resolve conflict or gain satisfaction? Do you need to get a handle on your stress level, feel more grounded or less anxious? Or are you suffering from depression or other mental illness? I am an experienced clinician who has worked with individuals and couples to help them achieve better mental health and emotional balance. I use traditional psychotherapeutic techniques of CBT, Behavior Modification, or Cognitive therapy to relieve symptoms and help clients reset a positive path forward.
Are you looking to reset a relationship to resolve conflict or gain satisfaction? Do you need to get a handle on your stress level, feel more grounded or less anxious? Or are you suffering from depression or other mental illness? I am an experienced clinician who has worked with individuals and couples to help them achieve better mental health and emotional balance. I use traditional psychotherapeutic techniques of CBT, Behavior Modification, or Cognitive therapy to relieve symptoms and help clients reset a positive path forward.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LCPC) with over 7 years of professional experience working with clients of all ages to help them cope with family conflict, couple's issues, PTSD, trauma, depression, stress, and more.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LCPC) with over 7 years of professional experience working with clients of all ages to help them cope with family conflict, couple's issues, PTSD, trauma, depression, stress, and more.
As a collaborative therapist, my focus is on meeting the client where they are and helping them identify goals in treatment that will allow them to achieve optimum functioning in their lives. I have had experience in a variety of treatment settings which allows me to work with clients presenting with an array of issues including, but not limited to: anxiety and mood disorders, OCD, substance abuse, Trauma and PTSD, life transitions, existential crisis, exploring spirituality, grief and loss, low self-image, and health concerns. I also enjoy working with individuals looking to find meaning and a sense of connection in their lives.
As a collaborative therapist, my focus is on meeting the client where they are and helping them identify goals in treatment that will allow them to achieve optimum functioning in their lives. I have had experience in a variety of treatment settings which allows me to work with clients presenting with an array of issues including, but not limited to: anxiety and mood disorders, OCD, substance abuse, Trauma and PTSD, life transitions, existential crisis, exploring spirituality, grief and loss, low self-image, and health concerns. I also enjoy working with individuals looking to find meaning and a sense of connection in their lives.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and mental health therapist with over a decade of experience working in the mental health field across different settings. I have supported children as young as 3 years old, adolescents, and adults who are struggling with a variety of challenges including, but not limited to: depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, self-harm, and general challenges with adjustment/life transitions. I also love working with neurodiverse children, adolescents, and adults to support them in navigating a world that is not as kind and accessible to neurodiverse folks as it should be.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and mental health therapist with over a decade of experience working in the mental health field across different settings. I have supported children as young as 3 years old, adolescents, and adults who are struggling with a variety of challenges including, but not limited to: depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, self-harm, and general challenges with adjustment/life transitions. I also love working with neurodiverse children, adolescents, and adults to support them in navigating a world that is not as kind and accessible to neurodiverse folks as it should be.
J Group Counseling Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSOTP, ABS
Richmond, VA 23224
Ms. Shalanda Jackson, LCSW, CSOTP, ABS and a graduate from Virginia Commonwealth University. Ms. Jackson has an extensive mental health service background and worked in various capacities as an outpatient therapist, crisis services supervisor and sex offender treatment provider. Ms. Jackson is passionate about working with individuals who have an extensive history of trauma, relationship issues, anger management issues and incarceration.
Ms. Shalanda Jackson, LCSW, CSOTP, ABS and a graduate from Virginia Commonwealth University. Ms. Jackson has an extensive mental health service background and worked in various capacities as an outpatient therapist, crisis services supervisor and sex offender treatment provider. Ms. Jackson is passionate about working with individuals who have an extensive history of trauma, relationship issues, anger management issues and incarceration.
Hi, I’m Abby, and I’m really glad you’re here! Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve them. You might be navigating anxiety, relationship stress, life transitions, or a persistent sense of not feeling “enough.” More than anything, you may want clarity, confidence, and relief.
Therapy offers a space where you don’t have to hold everything together, a place to slow down, be honest, and finally breathe.
Hi, I’m Abby, and I’m really glad you’re here! Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve them. You might be navigating anxiety, relationship stress, life transitions, or a persistent sense of not feeling “enough.” More than anything, you may want clarity, confidence, and relief.
Therapy offers a space where you don’t have to hold everything together, a place to slow down, be honest, and finally breathe.
Hello and welcome! I’m excited that you are considering therapy, whether it is to improve your mood, solve a problem in your life, address difficult experiences from your past, or perhaps build your confidence or further develop your sense of self. I believe therapy involves science and art. It is a collaborative process where we work together, with you as the expert of your experience and me supporting you with evidence-based, researched approaches and strategies that can help you accomplish your goals. I see my role as a practitioner as supporting you to heal and grow, and to ultimately become your own therapist.
Hello and welcome! I’m excited that you are considering therapy, whether it is to improve your mood, solve a problem in your life, address difficult experiences from your past, or perhaps build your confidence or further develop your sense of self. I believe therapy involves science and art. It is a collaborative process where we work together, with you as the expert of your experience and me supporting you with evidence-based, researched approaches and strategies that can help you accomplish your goals. I see my role as a practitioner as supporting you to heal and grow, and to ultimately become your own therapist.
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Number of Therapists in Richmond, VA
2,000+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Richmond, VA who prioritize treating:
| 92% | Anxiety |
| 92% | Social Anxiety |
| 92% | Health Anxiety |
| 92% | Driving Anxiety |
| 87% | Depression |
| 73% | Self Esteem |
| 72% | Relationship Issues |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 88% | Aetna |
| 77% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 77% | Anthem |
How Therapists in Richmond, VA see their clients
| 50% | In Person and Online | |
| 50% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 82% | Female | |
| 16% | Male | |
| 2% | Non-Binary |