Aetna Therapists in Virginia Beach, VA

Let's start you path to healing! Mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood to adulthood and every individual has the right to have access treatment. Mental health impacts all areas of an individual’s life including physical health, emotional well-being, social development, cognitive ability, and psychological well-being. Clients will feel empowered to identify their strengths and build on these qualities while helping them understand areas of weakness in order to work on these problems. My focus remains on the health and wellness of individuals and I strive to help each client live up to their potential.

I help the Superwoman who is ready to retire her cape. I help the high achieving type, who's poised and polished on the outside, but suffers from Imposter Syndrome on the inside. I help the wellness oriented woman with smiling depression and high functioning anxiety- the one who does yoga, diffuses oil, and reads self-help resources to improve her life. I help the woman in the maintenance phase of her healing who already has several coping resources and an adequate support system. I help the woman in need of a brief respite before she continues on with her wellness journey.

Welcome! My name is Amy Volweider, LCSW, and I am on a mission to bring out the best in the people around me. My specialties include treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and stress reduction. I especially enjoy working with creatives, perfectionists, and those who struggle with self-compassion. I utilize the latest in evidence-based treatment that is uniquely tailored to each individual, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness techniques.

*** OUR PRACTICE IS ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS ***** Each of us are unique, and so are our struggles. As unique as we are, there are times in all of our lives where we feel challenged, stuck, exhausted, or lost. It can be beneficial to seek help from someone outside our situations to help us find ways to make positive change, and move through these trying times. We use an eclectic and collaborative approach combining both psychotherapy and neurotherapy in the therapeutic process. Our focus is allowing individuals to use their own strengths and weaknesses to develop a pathway for a healthy balanced life.

I thrive in assisting people address their areas of concern. I am a licensed clinical therapist (LPC) and board certified (NCC). I am also certified in substance abuse counseling (CSAC) I specialize in adults, youth and families who have had difficulties with life’s stressors dealing with relationships, trauma, addiction, depression, anxiety, and other concerns. Life is a journey that at times brings about undesired experiences. The key to a healthy life is through holistic wellness; this is achieved through addressing your physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual needs. Your life is worth! Let’s start today!

My primary focus when providing counseling services is to help a client become their best versions of themselves, through person-centered services. I have found that there are many times when my clients are seeking services for the first time in their lives and there's often a bit of reticence. I am quite familiar with this feeling, as I too have sought counseling in the past. This is why I work first to establish a rapport with all of my clients, find out what it is they want to accomplish and collaborate with them to come up with an achievable treatment plan.

Are you ready to feel better? My name is Lynn and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 13 years of experience in the mental health field. My specialties include trauma & PTSD, substance abuse, crisis intervention, grief, and loss, amongst others. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, dialectical, mindfulness, psychodynamic and trauma informed therapy and we will work together to develop a treatment plan that will focus on your unique needs and specific circumstances.

Now Taking New Clients with ANTHEM, AETNA,OPTIMA and Tricare Insurance ! Heart and Soul-Child and Family Services works with the effects of depression, anxiety, trauma, low self esteem, relationship issues, life stressors or the overwhelming feelings that come with your child's behavior? We work with you or your children to address behavioral and mental health concerns.

I believe that each of us have the tools within ourselves to achieve optimal mental health and relational functioning, which is why I use a collaborative approach with my clients to develop and work toward their 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, and couples, with a particular focus on perinatal and maternal mental health, early family experiences, LGBTQIA counseling, gender identity, consensual non-monogamies, and women's issues.

Are you experiencing anxiety? Having difficulty understanding or dealing with anxiety? Are you having difficulty dealing with life's transitions or family issues. I would love the opportunity to work with you through whatever you may be dealing with. I seek to provide a safe, welcoming atmosphere for all to navigate through these difficult times. I work with those who may have, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem and many other areas. Seeking a new clinician give me a call so that we can heal a little every day!

It is my great honor to support those who are anticipating a great loss or actively grieving one. The loss might be a loved one or it could be a job, a relationship, a home, etc. I also work with clients who are facing terminal illness and their own death and want to do so with compassion and intention. I deeply trust our innate drive to grieve and heal. I do not see people through a diagnosis or pathology lens. I believe that even symptoms of illness are our unconscious attempts to cope, protect, adapt and heal. My job is to deeply listen in order to understand and help clients to discover and trust their own inherent wisdom.

Welcome! My name is Donna Adams and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia with over 31 years of experience. I work with all ages, races and genders. I work with people who find the need to have assistance with regulating their world so that they are able to focus and balance themselves on a daily basis. My areas of focus include ADHD, anger management, behavioral issues, family conflict, and relationship issues. I work with each person on their level, and I do not assume that a certain therapeutic concept will work for anyone.

Are you experiencing sadness, difficulty concentrating, reoccurring nightmare, or fear of going in certain places? Well look no further, I'm here to assist you. You're not alone I'm here to walk with you through this journal in your life. Let me ask you question if everything stay the same in your life right now for the next 2 years will you be happy? If not, contact me and lets make a plan to change that NO into a YES.

I specialize in depression, anxiety, and PTSD (trauma). Also, I can help with life stressors such as work related stress, divorce, separation, blended families, parent/child relationships, parenting skills, infidelity and trust, adjustment issues, social skills training, self esteem issues, emotional issues, motivational issues, and goal setting.

My friend, let me ask you this: do you ever feel like you have things you need to say but no one to say them to? Do you think your thoughts are irrational and just stuff them down? Are you feeling alone in your struggles? I’ve got good news for you: If you’re reading this, you’re already taking a step toward getting well! Congratulations; I’m proud of you already! Ok, read on! A lot of times a person feels like his or her issues are so big that it’s overwhelming to even get started on the road to wellness. People get defeated before they even make a move. Listen, I know how this goes; I’ve been there too. Let’s talk it out!

Please email me to book. Life can be tough and there is so much that isn't under our control. Getting overwhelmed with emotions or self critical thoughts only adds unnecessary suffering and therapy can help. I utilize a collaborative person-centered perspective that recognizes your expertise in your life. My practice is based upon use of mindfulness, narrative, cognitive and behavioral techniques to improve function in daily life. All of the work that I do is rooted in empathy and I am passionate about assisting clients through work, home and family stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, disability, grief and other life transitions.