Female Therapists in Virginia Beach City County, VA
Kathleen Lynch Miner is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Virginia who has been practicing since 2004. She has a Health and Human Services degree from Virginia Wesleyan College and an MSW from NSU. Kathleen enjoys creating a safe space where clients can explore and process thoughts, feelings, and emotions in a way that they can make connections to their actions and reactions, understand, connect better with themselves and others, and improve their overall life functioning. Outside of work, Kathleen enjoys reading, dance, music, the ocean, family, and friends.
Kathleen Lynch Miner is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Virginia who has been practicing since 2004. She has a Health and Human Services degree from Virginia Wesleyan College and an MSW from NSU. Kathleen enjoys creating a safe space where clients can explore and process thoughts, feelings, and emotions in a way that they can make connections to their actions and reactions, understand, connect better with themselves and others, and improve their overall life functioning. Outside of work, Kathleen enjoys reading, dance, music, the ocean, family, and friends.
Full and not taking clients. I am a counselor of Mental Health, Addiction, Christian, Coach, & Advocate originally from Chicago, a Navy veteran in Virginia. Are you living? AUTHENTICALLY living? Were you used to feeling hopeful, optimistic, & motivated, but SOMETHING CHANGED? RECOVERING from the PANDEMIC? Relationship problems or increased stress at home or work or traumatic experiences from your past of which you can't let go. Well, let's get that back. That full wholehearted life that feels authentically you, let's no longer feel overwhelmed or stuck on how to get out of those feelings.
Full and not taking clients. I am a counselor of Mental Health, Addiction, Christian, Coach, & Advocate originally from Chicago, a Navy veteran in Virginia. Are you living? AUTHENTICALLY living? Were you used to feeling hopeful, optimistic, & motivated, but SOMETHING CHANGED? RECOVERING from the PANDEMIC? Relationship problems or increased stress at home or work or traumatic experiences from your past of which you can't let go. Well, let's get that back. That full wholehearted life that feels authentically you, let's no longer feel overwhelmed or stuck on how to get out of those feelings.
Lately you’ve been feeling overwhelmed by day to day tasks. The small things don’t feel so small anymore and the simplest things feel daunting. Dealing with uncertainty feels really scary and you're not quite sure what your next move should be. You are open to trying a different path but not sure on what direction to go. Sometimes, getting started can be difficult. Let me help you navigate uncertainty and dark times. We all know life isn’t perfect but I can support you in learning useful tools that can help empower you through challenging times. Together, we can create a grounded self, ready for any and all of life’s obstacles.
Lately you’ve been feeling overwhelmed by day to day tasks. The small things don’t feel so small anymore and the simplest things feel daunting. Dealing with uncertainty feels really scary and you're not quite sure what your next move should be. You are open to trying a different path but not sure on what direction to go. Sometimes, getting started can be difficult. Let me help you navigate uncertainty and dark times. We all know life isn’t perfect but I can support you in learning useful tools that can help empower you through challenging times. Together, we can create a grounded self, ready for any and all of life’s obstacles.
Therapist: Your partner has complained that you never buy her flowers, what do you say to that? Patient: To be honest, I had no idea my partner even sold flowers. :) I am passionate about helping individuals and couples work through their problems and cope with life's struggles with a positive and humorous approach. My goal is to alleviate suffering due to trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression, and personality disorders. LGBTQ+, ENM, and Poly allied and supported :).
Therapist: Your partner has complained that you never buy her flowers, what do you say to that? Patient: To be honest, I had no idea my partner even sold flowers. :) I am passionate about helping individuals and couples work through their problems and cope with life's struggles with a positive and humorous approach. My goal is to alleviate suffering due to trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression, and personality disorders. LGBTQ+, ENM, and Poly allied and supported :).
Hi! My name is Dr. Melissa Woods. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 13 years of experience in the mental health field. As a clinician, I enjoy the collaborative navigation of lived experiences in service of cultivating a better quality and more fulfilling life. In therapy, I utilize a holistic understanding of presenting issues and the unique needs of each individual to guide my therapeutic approach. I am deeply rooted in psychodynamic and interpersonal theory, and specialize in CBT, ACT, DBT, Relational Therapy, and Attachment-based Therapy.
Hi! My name is Dr. Melissa Woods. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 13 years of experience in the mental health field. As a clinician, I enjoy the collaborative navigation of lived experiences in service of cultivating a better quality and more fulfilling life. In therapy, I utilize a holistic understanding of presenting issues and the unique needs of each individual to guide my therapeutic approach. I am deeply rooted in psychodynamic and interpersonal theory, and specialize in CBT, ACT, DBT, Relational Therapy, and Attachment-based Therapy.
I AM accepting new clients at this time who have DAYTIME availability. My evenings are full for the time being. My name is Savannah Pierce, and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia working at Coastal Virginia Counseling & Mediation. I obtained a Master’s of science degree at Longwood University in the field of Mental Health Counseling. My therapeutic approach includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and positive psychology techniques while using a client-centered approach.
I AM accepting new clients at this time who have DAYTIME availability. My evenings are full for the time being. My name is Savannah Pierce, and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia working at Coastal Virginia Counseling & Mediation. I obtained a Master’s of science degree at Longwood University in the field of Mental Health Counseling. My therapeutic approach includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and positive psychology techniques while using a client-centered approach.
Hello! I’m Marzetta Haggie, a Resident in Counseling. I specialize in working with young adults and adults navigating stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, and life transitions.
Hello! I’m Marzetta Haggie, a Resident in Counseling. I specialize in working with young adults and adults navigating stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, and life transitions.
Have you suffered religious abuse or trauma? Are you trying to navigate relationships with narcissistic coworkers, family members, or other individuals? Have you experienced some of these said people using religion to manipulate, use, or otherwise harm you? If so, you are probably feeling out of hope, exhausted in your body and soul, and on your last leg.
Have you suffered religious abuse or trauma? Are you trying to navigate relationships with narcissistic coworkers, family members, or other individuals? Have you experienced some of these said people using religion to manipulate, use, or otherwise harm you? If so, you are probably feeling out of hope, exhausted in your body and soul, and on your last leg.
Do you struggle with anxiety or depression? Have you suffered a traumatic event and don't quite "feel right" ever since or cannot get it off your mind? I would love to work with you and help you overcome whatever struggles are preventing you from feeling whole. Oftentimes, we need someone to support us and give us the tools to overcome the challenges we face in life. Some of the tools I like to use to help clients is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, and calming practices. Contact me today so we can work together to figure out what tools and support will best help you.
Do you struggle with anxiety or depression? Have you suffered a traumatic event and don't quite "feel right" ever since or cannot get it off your mind? I would love to work with you and help you overcome whatever struggles are preventing you from feeling whole. Oftentimes, we need someone to support us and give us the tools to overcome the challenges we face in life. Some of the tools I like to use to help clients is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, and calming practices. Contact me today so we can work together to figure out what tools and support will best help you.
I work with individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression, challenges in relationships, grief/loss, and life transitions that impact their ability to function at home, work, and daily life. Are you feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, and exhausted with aspects of your life and are just trying to get through the day. I can help you to understand these aspects and to help improve your quality of life. I believe in the importance of identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, gaining self-awareness and insight, and developing life skills that bring positive changes and healthier outcomes in all aspects of life.
I work with individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression, challenges in relationships, grief/loss, and life transitions that impact their ability to function at home, work, and daily life. Are you feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, and exhausted with aspects of your life and are just trying to get through the day. I can help you to understand these aspects and to help improve your quality of life. I believe in the importance of identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, gaining self-awareness and insight, and developing life skills that bring positive changes and healthier outcomes in all aspects of life.
Hi! I’m a licensed professional counselor in Virginia with a Master’s degree from Eastern Kentucky University. My diverse experience across various settings has shaped my understanding of different perspectives. I’m passionate about helping adults heal from childhood trauma, navigate grief, and transition to independent living. As a trained death doula, I bring a deeper, more compassionate approach to supporting clients through grief and loss.
Hi! I’m a licensed professional counselor in Virginia with a Master’s degree from Eastern Kentucky University. My diverse experience across various settings has shaped my understanding of different perspectives. I’m passionate about helping adults heal from childhood trauma, navigate grief, and transition to independent living. As a trained death doula, I bring a deeper, more compassionate approach to supporting clients through grief and loss.
I am Karen Johnston, a Resident in Counseling (RIC) working towards full licensure as an LPC with over 6 years of experience. I am passionate about helping people and couples of all ages and backgrounds address challenges and trauma they may have faced in the past or are currently facing. I specialize in anxiety, grief, trauma, depression, behavioral problems, and relationship issues.
I am Karen Johnston, a Resident in Counseling (RIC) working towards full licensure as an LPC with over 6 years of experience. I am passionate about helping people and couples of all ages and backgrounds address challenges and trauma they may have faced in the past or are currently facing. I specialize in anxiety, grief, trauma, depression, behavioral problems, and relationship issues.
Making the decision to participate in counseling can be intimidating at first. My mission is to normalize counseling and detach the stigma associated with getting help. All sessions are individualized and collaborated to focus on the client’s current needs. My goal is to provide culturally sensitive, trauma-informed, and evidence-based counseling to assist individuals in processing and working through life stressors. I assist adults in walking through their life journeys and improving their overall mental and emotional well-being.
Making the decision to participate in counseling can be intimidating at first. My mission is to normalize counseling and detach the stigma associated with getting help. All sessions are individualized and collaborated to focus on the client’s current needs. My goal is to provide culturally sensitive, trauma-informed, and evidence-based counseling to assist individuals in processing and working through life stressors. I assist adults in walking through their life journeys and improving their overall mental and emotional well-being.
Do you ever feel that you're living in the past? Do the thoughts, memories, and dreams keep coming back? Do you always feel that something bad is going to happen? These are some of the affects of trauma. Others can include panic attacks, anxiety, depression, and sleep disorders. Unfortunately we can't talk (or logic) our way out of our body and brain's response to trauma, and often we leave talk therapy feeling like we're spinning our wheels. There is good news: we can help your brain and body heal from the trauma so that the past can STAY in the past. Healing is possible, and I'm excited to work with you.
Do you ever feel that you're living in the past? Do the thoughts, memories, and dreams keep coming back? Do you always feel that something bad is going to happen? These are some of the affects of trauma. Others can include panic attacks, anxiety, depression, and sleep disorders. Unfortunately we can't talk (or logic) our way out of our body and brain's response to trauma, and often we leave talk therapy feeling like we're spinning our wheels. There is good news: we can help your brain and body heal from the trauma so that the past can STAY in the past. Healing is possible, and I'm excited to work with you.
I typically help clients experiencing relationship issues, life transitions, and identity development concerns build upon their personal strengths to better encounter life's obstacles. Through therapy, my clients experience growth and empowerment through a safe and confidential relationship. My practice will help you gain direction, insight, personal and relational healing, and coping skills to live life well. I have worked with numerous adults over the past 10+ years and have been a licensed clinical psychologist since 2014.
I typically help clients experiencing relationship issues, life transitions, and identity development concerns build upon their personal strengths to better encounter life's obstacles. Through therapy, my clients experience growth and empowerment through a safe and confidential relationship. My practice will help you gain direction, insight, personal and relational healing, and coping skills to live life well. I have worked with numerous adults over the past 10+ years and have been a licensed clinical psychologist since 2014.
My ideal client is someone who has experienced a deep and profound loss. I can provide a safe space to express emotions without judgment. I can empathize with your unique grief experience and validate your feelings. I can provide effective coping strategies to manage your grief and depression. This could include techniques for processing emotions, handling triggers, and finding moments of solace. My unique experience as a mother who has lost a child provides you with a profound understanding of your pain, making me a highly empathetic and relatable therapist.
My ideal client is someone who has experienced a deep and profound loss. I can provide a safe space to express emotions without judgment. I can empathize with your unique grief experience and validate your feelings. I can provide effective coping strategies to manage your grief and depression. This could include techniques for processing emotions, handling triggers, and finding moments of solace. My unique experience as a mother who has lost a child provides you with a profound understanding of your pain, making me a highly empathetic and relatable therapist.
Are you not feeling like yourself or going through a difficult season? Are you struggling and unsure of what would help? Maybe what you are experiencing is difficult to put into words and you would like someone to process everything with, free from judgment. You are seeking peace…peace of mind, peace in relationships, peace with your child, peace with yourself or your body. Maybe you have spiritual or existential questions or, on the other hand, would like faith-based guidance. You are open to holistic and creative approaches to healing—expressing yourself in new ways and connecting to a hopeful future.
Are you not feeling like yourself or going through a difficult season? Are you struggling and unsure of what would help? Maybe what you are experiencing is difficult to put into words and you would like someone to process everything with, free from judgment. You are seeking peace…peace of mind, peace in relationships, peace with your child, peace with yourself or your body. Maybe you have spiritual or existential questions or, on the other hand, would like faith-based guidance. You are open to holistic and creative approaches to healing—expressing yourself in new ways and connecting to a hopeful future.
I have been a psychotherapist for 30 plus years. Intially, I worked at The Menninger Foundation and later at Eastern Virginia Psychiatric Institute Adult Unit. I was an associate professor at EVMS in family therapy where I taught and coordinated training workshops for the Family Therapy Institute. In 1986, I joined the private practice of Clinical Associates. In 2012, my psychiatrist husband and I moved our location to Laskin Road. I am an Approved Supervisor in the American Association of Marital and Family Therapists and specialize in marital therapy, pre-marital counseling, divorce and conflict resolution in couples.
I have been a psychotherapist for 30 plus years. Intially, I worked at The Menninger Foundation and later at Eastern Virginia Psychiatric Institute Adult Unit. I was an associate professor at EVMS in family therapy where I taught and coordinated training workshops for the Family Therapy Institute. In 1986, I joined the private practice of Clinical Associates. In 2012, my psychiatrist husband and I moved our location to Laskin Road. I am an Approved Supervisor in the American Association of Marital and Family Therapists and specialize in marital therapy, pre-marital counseling, divorce and conflict resolution in couples.
I use a collaborative approach with my clients to develop and work toward their personal goals. I offer a safe and inclusive space for my clients to explore their identities, relationships, needs, and desires. I have experiences working with adults, adolescents, children, couples, and families.
I use a collaborative approach with my clients to develop and work toward their personal goals. I offer a safe and inclusive space for my clients to explore their identities, relationships, needs, and desires. I have experiences working with adults, adolescents, children, couples, and families.
Current Availability! Founded/owned by Michelle Hobson, LPC-S, Mind Over Matter Therapy is an expanding private practice counseling office equipped with 6 licensed counselors, 9 residents in counseling and 1 intern. Each of our providers are committed to helping each client achieve their personal, interpersonal, and mental health goals. We provide a warm, welcoming, and friendly environment and we strive to create strong, trusting, professional relationships with each of our clients. We also strongly adhere to all guidelines set forth by our governing agencies, including those regarding HIPAA laws/your privacy rights.
Current Availability! Founded/owned by Michelle Hobson, LPC-S, Mind Over Matter Therapy is an expanding private practice counseling office equipped with 6 licensed counselors, 9 residents in counseling and 1 intern. Each of our providers are committed to helping each client achieve their personal, interpersonal, and mental health goals. We provide a warm, welcoming, and friendly environment and we strive to create strong, trusting, professional relationships with each of our clients. We also strongly adhere to all guidelines set forth by our governing agencies, including those regarding HIPAA laws/your privacy rights.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, 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 because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
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 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.