Therapists in Northwest, Virginia Beach, VA

I have over eight years of experience working in the mental health field with a variety of diverse populations. I believe in the incorporation of multicultural awareness and cultural humility in all aspects of my clinical work. I apply a CBT theoretical foundation to therapy incorporating strengths-based approaches, positive psychology, and mindfulness practices. I work to provide clients with a safe space in which to explore their current concerns, unpack their personal history, and positively develop their identity.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a master's in clinical social work, based in Richmond Virginia. I work with adult clients of all backgrounds, while specializing in following areas: LGBTQ+, kink/polyamory/ethically non-monogamous relationships, sex workers, and substance use/misuse recovery and harm reduction. I am passionate about helping people feel comfortable and safe in their own skins and gain tools to manage their day to day lives.

Throughout life we are all faced with various challenges or hardships such as COVID-19, that may place us in tense and dark spaces. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I am here to assist you with coping throughout and overcoming those challenges. My approach to counseling is solely focused on building a great therapeutic relationship with my clients and establishing an environment where they feel safe, comfortable, supported, relatable, and given the opportunity to excel in all aspects of their lives.

Whether your goal is to increase your levels of joy, peace, and order, reduce and better manage stress, or generally improve your outlook on life, if you desire to be more involved in the outcomes of your life, I'm here to help. Taking the first step of being a willing participant and being open to establishing new "life rules" can improve your ability to cope, increase your chances at achieving your goals, and improve outcomes that are important to you.

As your counselor, my goal is simple . . .how can I help you find contentment with your life? This is a time that is all about you, the client. . . your needs, your goals, achieving peace and contentment with yourself and your life.

What if you could put your toes in the sand while working to overcome life’s challenges? What if it were possible to make your individual or couples therapy a time that you actually look forward to each week? Sometimes having an unbiased person to hear your story, stand with you during times of struggle, and empower you to live your best life can make all the difference. Whether you are a beach goer, animal lover, or prefer the traditional office my goal is to create a safe and welcoming environment, that offers cutting-edge treatment and comprehensive services.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience working with children, teens, and adults with diverse backgrounds and presenting problems. I practice from a humanist perspective, meeting my clients where they are at with compassion and understanding. My goal for treatment is to assist my clients in understanding the patterns to their problematic thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and developing the insight and skills needed to become the best version of themselves. I have found my passion in working with complex trauma, grief, and attachment as well as anxiety, depression, and every day stress.

Life can be tough, but so are you. Let's work together to overcome any obstacle that you may be battling. Together in a safe and welcoming environment we can work on discovering solutions to your challenges while enjoying the journey of healing. Seeking therapy takes a lot of strength and it is something to be proud of. As a therapist, I will partner with you to turn your life toward your desired direction. Regardless if you are suffering from trauma, grief, life's stressors, relationship conflict, depression, or anxiety, I will work with you to thrive and live a meaningful life to your fullest potential.

Hi there, I'm Lisa Olivia Gibbs LPC, Master in Clinical Mental Health. My mission is to provide, protect, and treat others in with love and respect and positively inspire their desire to believe in themselves. I put emphasis on building a positive and trusting relationship with each client through providing a safe therapeutic environment in which the client is able to process and ultimately reveal that which is broken.

Do you struggle with communication in your relationships? Do you feel more like roommates than partners? Do you wish your relationships could somehow be better? More relaxed and happier? Now more than ever, couples and families are feeling anxious and overwhelmed about how to communicate in effective and productive ways while also managing all the stresses of life. Sweeping problems under the rug, and not taking time to resolve issues can lead to distance and eventually divorce. We believe it shouldn’t be so hard to be with those you love. Schedule a free 20-minute zoom consult at www.CommunicateAndConnect.com to get started.

I enjoy working with a variety of clients from different background with varying needs. My ideal client is someone who is looking to develop a working relationship with someone they can trust. I am very passionate about having a safe, non-judgmental space where my client is able to share openly with me. I like to make a plan collaboratively with my client to help identify their goals and deepen their understanding of themselves. I am experienced working with a variety of diagnoses including anxiety, depression, and trauma. I have experience with pre and post operative weight loss surgery topics. I have had LGBTQ+ ally training.

Hi. My name is Lauri Stoltzfus and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and I'm based in Virginia. I believe that anyone can benefit from therapy. Ultimately, the most important part of the therapy process is the relationship between the therapist and the client. I create and foster a collaborative, warm, and comfortable environment where my clients can relax and explore what brought them in for therapy. I see my role as a therapist is to give clients the space to navigate life's stressors, reprocess distressing experiences, and increase self-awareness.

Facing life's challenges can be overwhelming! I am the therapist that will provide a confidential environment where sessions are a collaborative process. My goal is to help my clients gain the necessary tools to aid in wellness and a positive mindset. Mental health and physical health work together with both being extremely important. Let's help free your mind of repetitive/negative thoughts. I'll teach you how to spot negative patterns and give you tools and skills to create a new path forward with yourself and love ones. Improvement may not happen overnight, but you should see changes, even if it’s just a better understanding.

"Life without change is not living; To be uncomfortable means that change is right around the corner!" I believe these words wholeheartedly as every individual arrives at a crossroads that determine whether they move forward, backward or remain stagnant. I work alongside those who may be within a crossroad in life that has them questioning which direction to choose. In my work as a Therapist, my clinical training and experience encompasses depression, couples enrichment, grief/loss, separation/divorce, relationship issues, and other emotional/interpersonal disturbances. I specialize in trauma such as sexual abuse, domestic violence, and death/illness.

“Be the Change” has been my motto since beginning my mental health career. I believe that everyone has the ability to facilitate change within themselves with the help of ethical evidence-based counseling practices. I am Solution-Focused using CBT to help facilitate changes in the thought pattern and behaviors associated. I specialize in working with children with a vast array of disorders and challenges. In addition, I offer services for adults addressing an array of topics: parenting, anxiety, co-parenting, depression, self-advocacy, self-esteem, etc.

Hi! My name is Jillian Pelzer. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor for the state of VA. I take a person-centered approach to therapy, meaning you are the expert of your own life. I am simply here to help you organize your thoughts and judgment so that you can make positive decisions for your life. I have expertise in counseling clients with depression, parenting problems, suicidal ideation, adjustment disorders, substance use problems, and more. I am super laid back! This will be a no-stress, no-pressure situation. The time is yours to use how you'd like. I am always flexible with my clients.

Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience. We are a collective of therapists with a wide range of specialties. Our intake professionals will help connect you with the right therapist for your needs. We make appointments easy, offering evenings and weekends and flexibility for creative professionals who can't make the same time each week.

If you're arguing, struggling to communicate effectively with your partner, or lacking intimacy, let me help you. Maybe you've lost the spark, or you feel you've never really been able to connect the way you want to. As a Certified Emotionally Focused Couples Therapist who specializes in sexual intimacy, my goal is to strengthen your connection with your loved one. Together, we will work through structured, empirically-validated processes of couples and sex therapy to help you open up to each other and build (or, re-build) your bond.