Female Therapists in Thaxton, VA
My name is Edica Gonzalez, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My approach is client-centered; together, we determine the best intervention to support this journey. I treat a variety of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief/loss, anger, self-esteem, and familial/relationship issues. I currently work with active duty military personnel, adults, and adolescents 16+. I am comfortable with treating clients with PTSD, complex trauma, relational issues, depression, anxiety, phobias, domestic violence/sexual assault survivors, anger, and self-esteem issues.
My name is Edica Gonzalez, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My approach is client-centered; together, we determine the best intervention to support this journey. I treat a variety of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief/loss, anger, self-esteem, and familial/relationship issues. I currently work with active duty military personnel, adults, and adolescents 16+. I am comfortable with treating clients with PTSD, complex trauma, relational issues, depression, anxiety, phobias, domestic violence/sexual assault survivors, anger, and self-esteem issues.
My name is Lisa McIntosh, LPC License 0701008421. I have more than 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. My holistic approach focuses on the individual's emotional, psychological, and social well-being. I also focus on rapport building, goal setting, and implementing evidence-based treatment to help individuals and families identify and change their troubling emotions, thoughts, and behaviors.
My name is Lisa McIntosh, LPC License 0701008421. I have more than 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. My holistic approach focuses on the individual's emotional, psychological, and social well-being. I also focus on rapport building, goal setting, and implementing evidence-based treatment to help individuals and families identify and change their troubling emotions, thoughts, and behaviors.
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Shane Davis is a Licensed Professional Counselor whose mission in life is to cultivate one's self-efficacy while enhancing self-esteem and promoting self-empowerment! She has been providing supervision for over 5 years. Shane is an empathetic Clinical Supervisor and Therapist with a record of successful Mental Health Counseling experiences working with children, adolescents as well as adults, addressing Depression, Anxiety, Anger Management, Low self-esteem, Poor Communication Skills, Interpersonal relationships, and Social Skills.
Shane Davis is a Licensed Professional Counselor whose mission in life is to cultivate one's self-efficacy while enhancing self-esteem and promoting self-empowerment! She has been providing supervision for over 5 years. Shane is an empathetic Clinical Supervisor and Therapist with a record of successful Mental Health Counseling experiences working with children, adolescents as well as adults, addressing Depression, Anxiety, Anger Management, Low self-esteem, Poor Communication Skills, Interpersonal relationships, and Social Skills.
I enjoy working with all types of clients. The Lord called me into this field due to knowing many teens dabbling in drugs and having no idea how to help them or even talk to them. I knew many women who were worried about their children and dissatisfied with their lives. I love helping people help themselves!
I enjoy working with all types of clients. The Lord called me into this field due to knowing many teens dabbling in drugs and having no idea how to help them or even talk to them. I knew many women who were worried about their children and dissatisfied with their lives. I love helping people help themselves!
Shimila Keenum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bedford, VA 24523
Shimila Keenum is a licensed clinical social worker and registered nurse. Her specialties include trauma, depression, anger management, anxiety, substance use, borderline personality disorder, parental coaching, grief and loss, relationship issues, marriage and family problems, child and adolescent behavioral challenges. Shimila's clinical approach is focused on meeting you with safety and compassion right where you are on your path. She will work with you to support your connection with your own intrinsic resources and healing rhythms while also offering life skills to parts of you that may find them helpful on your journey.
Shimila Keenum is a licensed clinical social worker and registered nurse. Her specialties include trauma, depression, anger management, anxiety, substance use, borderline personality disorder, parental coaching, grief and loss, relationship issues, marriage and family problems, child and adolescent behavioral challenges. Shimila's clinical approach is focused on meeting you with safety and compassion right where you are on your path. She will work with you to support your connection with your own intrinsic resources and healing rhythms while also offering life skills to parts of you that may find them helpful on your journey.
Lisa Taylor ~ Life Design Network
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Bedford, VA 24523
Lisa Taylor’s Life Design Network, specializes in counseling individuals of various backgrounds, including children, adolescents, and adults. Services Provided: Individual Counseling Family Counseling Parent-Child Relationship Counseling Couples Counseling Parenting Anger Management Workshops Consulting and Clinical Supervision to LMHP-Residents Issues: Anger Management Anxiety Bipolar Disorder Depression Emotional Disturbance Family Conflict Grief Life Transitions Parent-Child Relationship Issues Peer Relationship Issues.
Lisa Taylor’s Life Design Network, specializes in counseling individuals of various backgrounds, including children, adolescents, and adults. Services Provided: Individual Counseling Family Counseling Parent-Child Relationship Counseling Couples Counseling Parenting Anger Management Workshops Consulting and Clinical Supervision to LMHP-Residents Issues: Anger Management Anxiety Bipolar Disorder Depression Emotional Disturbance Family Conflict Grief Life Transitions Parent-Child Relationship Issues Peer Relationship Issues.
Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well.T hat's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.
Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well.T hat's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.
Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well.T hat's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.
Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well.T hat's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.
As a Christian therapist, I have provided faith-integrated marriage and family therapy to individuals, couples, and families for nearly 30 years, but my current clinical focus is treating the impact of trauma using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). You may be in a place of pain or emotional reactivity because of deep childhood injuries, exposure to combat, or the impact of secondary trauma from your work as a medical provider, a first responder, a pastor, or a missionary. I would be honored to hear your story and help you process through your experiences to a place of peacefulness and renewed hope.
As a Christian therapist, I have provided faith-integrated marriage and family therapy to individuals, couples, and families for nearly 30 years, but my current clinical focus is treating the impact of trauma using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). You may be in a place of pain or emotional reactivity because of deep childhood injuries, exposure to combat, or the impact of secondary trauma from your work as a medical provider, a first responder, a pastor, or a missionary. I would be honored to hear your story and help you process through your experiences to a place of peacefulness and renewed hope.
I am Ann Bohr Benner, LCSW. I like to work with adults of all ages who are dealing with depression, anxiety, life transitions, and/or grief. We start with and come back to client goals. I think holistically about people who are in distress. Sleep, diet, relaxation, exercise, social support, and spiritual life all can contribute to change. Then self-awareness, insight, and intentional behavior change are important. I endeavor to create a safe space in which each person can be exactly where they are, and eventually, the natural inclination to heal and grow can flourish.
I am Ann Bohr Benner, LCSW. I like to work with adults of all ages who are dealing with depression, anxiety, life transitions, and/or grief. We start with and come back to client goals. I think holistically about people who are in distress. Sleep, diet, relaxation, exercise, social support, and spiritual life all can contribute to change. Then self-awareness, insight, and intentional behavior change are important. I endeavor to create a safe space in which each person can be exactly where they are, and eventually, the natural inclination to heal and grow can flourish.
My career background before pursuing a Master of Arts in counseling was as an RN and then as executive director of a nonprofit women's ministry focused on eating disorders and other co-existing conditions. When assessing a client I try to take in the whole person: body, mind, and spirit, considering how each of these components is impacting the others. If a client chooses, I am willing to incorporate Christian faith-based counseling, in addition to a mix of therapeutic approaches. I also provide couples and family counseling. I have been married for 37 years and we have three grown children, 4 grandchildren, and 2 doodle-pups.
My career background before pursuing a Master of Arts in counseling was as an RN and then as executive director of a nonprofit women's ministry focused on eating disorders and other co-existing conditions. When assessing a client I try to take in the whole person: body, mind, and spirit, considering how each of these components is impacting the others. If a client chooses, I am willing to incorporate Christian faith-based counseling, in addition to a mix of therapeutic approaches. I also provide couples and family counseling. I have been married for 37 years and we have three grown children, 4 grandchildren, and 2 doodle-pups.
Life is beautiful but also challenging. At times those challenges can seem overwhelming and never ending. We all need some support along the way. Thankfully we do not have to walk that path alone. I desire to walk alongside others in whatever journey they may be on. I would love to come alongside you and take you down a road of exploration and restoration. I have experience treating depression, anxiety, self-worth, relational issues, personal growth, grief and loss, and attachment issues. I hope we can work together to bring more peace, fulfillment and beauty back into your life!
Life is beautiful but also challenging. At times those challenges can seem overwhelming and never ending. We all need some support along the way. Thankfully we do not have to walk that path alone. I desire to walk alongside others in whatever journey they may be on. I would love to come alongside you and take you down a road of exploration and restoration. I have experience treating depression, anxiety, self-worth, relational issues, personal growth, grief and loss, and attachment issues. I hope we can work together to bring more peace, fulfillment and beauty back into your life!
Sometimes life is just plain hard and we need to talk to someone who will listen and support us without judgement. We need a safe place to figure out what is going on, with someone who will listen objectively and without any agenda of their own. I would be honored to come alongside you and provide a safe place of understanding and support to help you gain the insight and growth you seek in your life and relationships. It is my desire to help you gain a stronger understanding of yourself, challenge and change old patterns, and unlock new potential.
Sometimes life is just plain hard and we need to talk to someone who will listen and support us without judgement. We need a safe place to figure out what is going on, with someone who will listen objectively and without any agenda of their own. I would be honored to come alongside you and provide a safe place of understanding and support to help you gain the insight and growth you seek in your life and relationships. It is my desire to help you gain a stronger understanding of yourself, challenge and change old patterns, and unlock new potential.
Elizabeth B. Farnsworth
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT, FT, PhD, CCTMH
Verified Verified
Bedford, VA 24523
I have over 25 years' experience working with individuals adjusting to major life transitions and grief issues, depression, and anxiety. I have particular interest in helping individuals adjust to the illness and death of a child, parent, sibling, friend, or other family member. I received my doctoral education in Family Studies which integrated counseling, sociology, and psychology in understanding and treating major life transitions and family changes. I am also interested in working with caregivers and individuals dealing with career concerns. I will be very pleased to offer services to you!
I have over 25 years' experience working with individuals adjusting to major life transitions and grief issues, depression, and anxiety. I have particular interest in helping individuals adjust to the illness and death of a child, parent, sibling, friend, or other family member. I received my doctoral education in Family Studies which integrated counseling, sociology, and psychology in understanding and treating major life transitions and family changes. I am also interested in working with caregivers and individuals dealing with career concerns. I will be very pleased to offer services to you!
Jordyn Parker
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CMHIMP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bedford, VA 24523
Are you struggling with anxiety, feeling overwhelmed, trouble sleeping, or fatigue in addition to allergies, brain fog, or digestive issues? Maybe you find yourself overthinking, stuck in the same old thinking patterns, and juggling too many things at once making you feel stuck. Do you feel like your fatigue, digestive issues, and brain fog are preventing you from living fully? You might not even remember a time things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure, you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to take back control of your whole health and ready to feel confident, stop overthinking, and trust your own decisions!
Are you struggling with anxiety, feeling overwhelmed, trouble sleeping, or fatigue in addition to allergies, brain fog, or digestive issues? Maybe you find yourself overthinking, stuck in the same old thinking patterns, and juggling too many things at once making you feel stuck. Do you feel like your fatigue, digestive issues, and brain fog are preventing you from living fully? You might not even remember a time things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure, you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to take back control of your whole health and ready to feel confident, stop overthinking, and trust your own decisions!
Sometimes we as people just get stuck. When you're a child or adolescent, that may look like anxiety, overwhelm, aggression, isolation, and more. However, we also have the hope and possibility to be unstuck, we just may need some new tools to get there - that's where counseling comes in. Healing and growth and wellness are all possible and worth working for, and asking for help is sometimes the first step.
Sometimes we as people just get stuck. When you're a child or adolescent, that may look like anxiety, overwhelm, aggression, isolation, and more. However, we also have the hope and possibility to be unstuck, we just may need some new tools to get there - that's where counseling comes in. Healing and growth and wellness are all possible and worth working for, and asking for help is sometimes the first step.
My goal is to provide a safe environment for you to process areas of your story that need healing, learn new skills, and grow confident in your ability to maintain your emotional and mental health. I enjoy working with couples and families, helping them create and maintain healthy relationships, improve communication skills, and learn productive problem-solving techniques. I also work with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, substance use disorders, relational stress, life transitions, and other difficulties.
My goal is to provide a safe environment for you to process areas of your story that need healing, learn new skills, and grow confident in your ability to maintain your emotional and mental health. I enjoy working with couples and families, helping them create and maintain healthy relationships, improve communication skills, and learn productive problem-solving techniques. I also work with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, substance use disorders, relational stress, life transitions, and other difficulties.
I am an outpatient therapist in private practice taking new clients at this time. I offer EMDR and other trauma modalities. I specialize in working with survivors, women, teens and people who are learning to know their voice, their thoughts, their emotions as life enhancers, and discovering what they need to flourish. I aim to offer clients space to process emotions in a safe place and to come to know themselves and their needs for improved self-efficacy and empowerment.
I am an outpatient therapist in private practice taking new clients at this time. I offer EMDR and other trauma modalities. I specialize in working with survivors, women, teens and people who are learning to know their voice, their thoughts, their emotions as life enhancers, and discovering what they need to flourish. I aim to offer clients space to process emotions in a safe place and to come to know themselves and their needs for improved self-efficacy and empowerment.
Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well.T hat's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.
Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well.T hat's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.
Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well.T hat's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.
Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well.T hat's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.
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Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.