Therapists in Stafford, VA
Amy Ruesche
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MA
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Feeling isolated and lonely. Unable to imagine a happy future without your person in it. Being told "it'll get better in time," which only makes your pain feel dismissed and unheard. Sleeplessness, anger, guilt, and disbelief have become central to your daily life. You want to be able to accept the reality of the loss, speak about it, and openly mourn it. Maybe you're feeling the additional loss of friendships because people are uncomfortable around your grief. You want to feel in control of your emotions, find a way through the darkness, and re-engage in a meaningful life while maintaining the love and connection with your person.
Waitlist for new clients
Gentle Spirit Therapy & Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Gentle Spirit, Bold Faith, Impactful Interactions! I am Ayanna Pulley, a Licensed Clinician, with 25+years of experience providing mental health therapy to children, adolescents & families. I'm honored to be a faith-based, strengths perspective clinician with a heart to stand with those who desire change. I work with individuals who long to take charge of their emotional health and want to be supported in that courageous process. Many clients experience relief from processing trauma, loss and other unwanted changes in a supportive & validating way. My clients value therapy interactions that amplify their voices, interests and needs.
Ascension Counseling and Consulting Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified
Verified
As a licensed professional counselor, I have seen first-hand the negative impact of unmanaged stress and anxiety on people’s everyday lives. The constant worry, overthinking, planning, and overperforming is becoming too much to handle, and now you are looking for a solution. While it may seem impossible to live a life of peace and emotional freedom with so many responsibilities competing for your time and attention, I believe that a life of peace and freedom is available to everyone.
Dustin Gantos
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCMHC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
You are the expert of your own life! Do you want to better your life and feel empowered? My goal as a therapist and supervisor is to empower you to help yourself. One of the most freeing feelings is to gain more control of our reactions and to better respond to where life leads us. I am here to help be the bridge and help you feel both more confident and competent in your own daily functioning. My specialties lie in intensive trauma work (EMDR and TF-CBT) as well as I have interests in treatment of anxiety and depression, integrative mental health, and trauma in relationships.
Whitney Wiley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
Hello! My name is Whitney Wiley and I am passionate about helping people! As a board certified Licensed Professional Counselor that has worked in the mental health field for 7 years, I incorporate strong therapeutic skills that allow me to enhance the connections with my clients and allow them to feel comfortable during sessions. I strive to create an atmosphere of trust while providing quality and compassionate mental health services that will strengthen my clients’ overall well-being.
Yurandol Thompson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Verified
Verified
Dr. Thompson is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience providing psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults. She has experience working with a wide range of client concerns including, but not limited to, depression, anxiety, adjustment disorder, relationship issues, stress management, anger management, behavior modification, parenting skills, social skills, and other life skills.
Stafford, VA 22554
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Dr. Becky Kaufman
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPCS, BCN
Verified
Verified
Regardless of the issue, my goal is to help support you through this moment in time. Life is hard, especially now. No one has escaped the ongoing trauma and general disruption of our world for the past few years. I can help you learn how to regulate your emotions and gain meaningful results. I offer talk therapy, QEEG, and neurofeedback services, and can help you address a multitude of issues. Whether you are seeking traditional talk therapy or neurofeedback, I can help you figure out your next best step. Taking care of yourself is vital, and having support while you navigate the process is infinitely better than doing it alone.
Mabel Amara
Resident in Counseling, MEd, LPC-R
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I was born and raised in Northern Virginia, and I am a first-generation American. I became a counselor because I believe in the power of change and the necessity of healing to create better lives for ourselves. I recently graduated from William & Mary with my M.Ed. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a concentration in marriage, family, and couples counseling. I am a warm, transparent, and insatiably curious counselor. I use a developmental and integrative framework that includes emotionally focused therapy, internal family systems, and cognitive behavioral therapy.
Lisa Marie Harris
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, CWC, CPT
Verified
Verified
I understand that deciding to seek counseling can be a big step. Let me be the first to applaud you for doing so. You do not have to take this journey alone I want to walk with you. Depression and anxiety are real, but there is help to assist you as you experience them. Maybe you are dealing with a child with behavioral or learning difficulties. Allow me to be a part of their support system. Are you an entrepreneur trying to manage your stress while still putting on a positive face for your employees? I understand, allow me to be your ear to listen. Whether you are an individual, parent, or entrepreneur, I am here for you.
Hailey Kohler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Are you experiencing unwanted intrusive thoughts that are causing so much fear you find yourself living a life that is outside of what you pictured? Perhaps you avoid people, places or even items that used to bring you joy. Obsessive Compulsive Disorder can be debilitating, and often times increases in severity without proper treatment. Thoughts can often time have themes such as; contamination, harm, pedophilia, relationships and/or pretty much anything you value. I want to provide a space for you to feel comfortable in taking the steps to decrease fear, anxiety and compulsive behaviors.
I Am A Mind Healer Wellness Center, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Life is sometimes challenging, leading to doubt, fear, anxiety, and hopelessness regarding our present and future. I aim to come alongside you to assist you in the healing and empowering process without judgment or criticism. I am dedicated to ensuring that you are provided with a safe space to promote growth and inner strength regardless of any negative or traumatic experiences that leave you feeling lost and alone. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults, addressing anxiety, depression, and trauma. I work with individuals to reduce symptoms and increase strength. Reach out to us today to begin your healing journey!
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PhD, LP, NCSP
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Verified
There is only one guarantee in life and that is that we will all face a challenge at some point. I consider it a privilege to be able to serve others as a psychologist. I specialize in working with children, but I also have experience with overall development across the lifespan. It is also essential to be comfortable in various stages of life. Parents require ways to navigate parenting and children require tools to navigate their personal stages.
Colette Brooks
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC, ACS, LSATP
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
We walk through life viewing the world through our own unique experiences. Imagine if you could shift to open new possibilities and new potential by broadening your view and changing your narrative. I am passionate about working with teens, adults, and families to create and reach goals that improve their lives. I am a Certified EMDR therapist.
Kandra Orr
Art Therapist, MS, ATR-BC
Do you long for more peace of mind and relief from troubling feelings? I am devoted to nurturing the mind and spirit. I use a holistic approach to help you develop insight as well as the power of creativity to help you process and transform difficult thoughts and feelings.
Honore M Schrade
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Are you ready to embark on a journey of healing, resilience, and personal growth? I understand how hard it is and that taking the first step towards a better life takes a lot of courage. I am here to walk along side you as you take your first step toward healing from PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief and many more of life's challenges. I love teaching both individuals and couples new concepts and skills to improve their lives and heal the past. I enjoy learning about the brain and how to rewrite our negative thoughts to create positive behaviors and outcomes.
Waitlist for new clients
Emilie Ferran
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Here’s the thing, when you’re feeling unmotivated, find that you’ve been procrastinating on almost every task, and/or wondering, “How did I end up here?” it’s a surefire sign that overwhelm has set in. Without having the proper tools to identify triggers and learn to preemptively help your brain out, you’re having meltdowns at embarrassing times, picking fights with friends and family, and finding yourself stuck in habits that you know are harmful or unhelpful. This can lead to immeasurable emotional and physical exhaustion.
Mary Jo Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Hello - I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of experience working with adolescents, families, and couples in private practice and school social work in secondary and elementary schools. I specialize in working with anxiety, coping skills, children or adolescents, school issues, job stress, self esteem. I utilize dialectic behavioral therapy (DBT), solution-focused, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), using these clinical modalities to support my clients in therapy. We will define your progress toward your dreams and what it will look like to work together.
Heather Ulstad
LPC Intern
Verified
Verified
Having worked as a first responder, I understand the complexities of operating in both the responder role and as your individual self. Sometimes the lines between them blur, or tension arises between duty to your job and duty to your loved ones. If you're looking to address these conflicts, let's dig into them together. Military members and responders operate in unique occupational cultures that have their own systems, values and norms. If you're looking for a counselor that understands these systems and the unique stressors they present, I would honor the opportunity to work with you. Our goal is to get you back to "all clear".
Nadia Rodriguez
MA
Nadia’s experience includes a hands-on solution focused approach in working with people in which she utilizes re-framing, mindfulness, goal setting and positive self-talk. Nadia offers a hands on approach to reaching your current goal. Whether you are seeking consulting or coaching/counseling, she will be there every step of the way; to constantly improve and use all the resources available to help you, the client.
Healthy Emotions for Life's Problems (HELP), LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I have experience working with various populations, but in particular working with families going through difficult transitions such as marital concerns, custody disputes, separations and/or divorce. These transitions can entail needing conflict resolutions, trauma specialist and/or anger management while not only working on oneself but working on better relationships with one's partner, spouse and/or children. I have experience working with all ages as well as working in forensic populations and in a group practice with individuals, couples and families with various severe mental health diagnosis.
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What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
What type of therapist is right for me?
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors. Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.