Bisexual Therapists in Virginia Beach, VA
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Anmarie A Reed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCS
Verified
Verified
I believe that personal healing occurs through building a strong therapeutic relationship where you can feel seen, heard and authentically expressed in a nonjudgmental and compassionate space. We will work together to understand your presenting symptoms, identify your goals, and achieve them in a collaborative process.
Waitlist for new clients
Michelle De Rosa
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC, NCC
Are you suffering from anxiety, panic, or intrusive thoughts? Have you experienced traumatic events that are negatively affecting your life and relationships? Perhaps you are feeling misunderstood and confused by life events or emotional changes. Chronic illnesses and disabilities - both physical and psychological - can be isolating and difficult to cope with alone. Clients who see me are often struggling with these stressors, searching for relief and control over their lives. Counseling is challenging, but the results - and YOU - are worth it! I am your advocate for healing as we work together to meet your goals. I am your ally.
Waitlist for new clients
Kaye-Loni Shields
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist . I have over 8 years of experience and my passion entails working with Individuals 14+, couples, and families from all walks of life including pre-marital counseling, post divorce counseling, co-parenting, blended families, and foster families; as well as working exclusively with the LGBTQIA+ community and the first responders community including LEO and their spouses. I have experience working with dysphoria, anxiety, depression, and life transitions, among other things.
Elizabeth Polinsky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMFT
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
Do you find your marriage growing distant no matter what you do? You may be fed up with fighting all the time, feeling anxious, or feeling lonely in your relationship. You might not even remember a time things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you are ready for some relief. You’re ready to feel more comfortable communicating with your spouse. You’re ready to have your spouse understand and accept you. You are ready to feel satisfied and secure in your relationship again.
Valine Ripes
Resident in Counseling, MEd, LPC-R
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Now accepting NEW clients! Are you feeling overwhelmed, depressed, experiencing low self-esteem, struggling with life transitions or an eating disorder? I am passionate in working with teens, college students and adults. I strive to empower those with a willingness to change. Therapy is a journey and my job is to help you acknowledge your successes and accompany you through those moments where you feel stuck, because you do not have to go at it alone.
Solstice Psychotherapy, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCS
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Our focus is providing inclusive treatment for trauma and related mental health concerns through an anti-oppressive lens while also actively promoting social change in order to reduce trauma caused by oppression. We support individuals to identify their own unique treatment goals, as well as rely on their innate strengths, resiliency, ability to build new skills, and cultivate self-awareness in order to reach those goals.
Open Mind Health
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, loss, trauma, isolation, relationship/family issues? At Open Mind Health, we get to the “root cause” of what’s actually leading to your emotional challenges, while treating the resulting issues and developing lasting solutions to help you feel optimistic and hopeful. With ease-of-access to our advanced telehealth platform or in-person visits, our expert psychiatrists and therapists offer highly individualized care wherever you are and whenever you need it. Our therapists and life coaches are compassionate and forward-thinkers. Call us today at 855-550-6063 to get started!
Not accepting new clients
Sarah Dawn Elaine Penston
Art Therapist, MS, LPC, ATR, CCTP, CMHIMP
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I'm not your typical therapist. I'm a real person, free from judgement, & genuinely care about your progress. I am creative & passionate in my personal & professional life. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Registered Art Therapist, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Certified Mental Health Integrative Medicine Provider, & Certified Telemental Health Provider. I believe in bringing a creative approach to all aspects of life. Art therapy allows me to bridge the gap for those that struggle with verbal expression by offering an alternate form of communication and self-expression to ensure a positive therapeutic experience.
Jamal H Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSOTP
Verified
Verified
The fact that you arrived here says that you're looking to work on your overall well being. Even choosing to browse around for help is a HUGE step in the right direction!! It's difficult to pick up the phone or type in the words and put your trust in another person, and I'm here to help and support you in your search for change, growth, help, and/or having to deal difficult situations. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Certified Sex Offender Treatment Provider, and can help with a variety of issues including, but not limited to: Trauma, Adolescents, Adjustment issues, relational/familial problems, and stress.
Not accepting new clients
Kate Burleson
Resident in Counseling, MSEd
Verified
Verified
My goal is to provide a safe space for you to explore your concerns, process your life experiences, challenge unhelpful behaviors and thought patterns, learn healthy coping skills, and live a life aligned with your values. I focus on providing culturally alert, trauma-informed, strengths-based counseling for adults and adolescents through an existential, developmental, and social justice lens. I am also body/sex-positive and LGBTQIA+ affirming.
Taylor Ashley Jacquette
Resident in Counseling, MSEd
Verified
Verified
Are you a high achiever? Are your expectations for yourself impossibly high? Do you feel that no matter what you accomplish it is never enough? Our work together is led by your values and what is important to you. We stay curious and collaborate to find out how to make changes that feel right for you. Self-love and compassion are not second nature for most high achievers, so we work to cultivate compassion and grace for ourselves in ways that make sense to you and your life.
Natalie McCorey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
I am a board certified Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia. I am not a native of Virginia and was born abroad which allows me to be multiculturally aware. I specialize in assisting my clients to overcome anxiety, depression, and trauma. I work to provide clients with tailored treatment plans that can be integrated into their daily lives. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT), as well as other modalities. In our sessions, I will assist you on identifying patterns and learning more about how they might negatively affect you.
Jessica Oszman
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified
Verified
I’m glad you’re here. Whether you’re looking to heal from trauma, experiencing difficult emotions or thoughts, navigating major life events, or just needing support, we will work together to suit your specific needs. Your treatment plan and our sessions are your individual safe space to grow and heal.
Kathleen Elizabeth Brown
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Verified
Verified
I have over six 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.
Not accepting new clients
Dr. Alexis Zornitta
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 9 years of experience and specialize in the treatment trauma based disorders, such as PTSD. I enjoy working with adults in individual therapy and particularly individuals who have experienced multiple traumas (e.g., abuse, assault, combat, critical incidents, discrimination) across the lifespan.
Brittany Hunsaker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Have you been feeling burnt out or overwhelmed? Do you find yourself being irritable and on edge with the people you care about? Do you struggle with feelings of inadequacy and shame? Are the difficult experiences and traumas of your past interfering with your life in the here and now? Do you find yourself living your life in survival mode? It's been a rough few years. For some of us, it's been a rough few decades. It makes sense that you find it difficult to cope. It makes sense that your living your life in survival mode. But if you're here, I'm guessing that's not working for you anymore. I'd like to help you with that.
Lauren Johnson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LRIC
Verified
Verified
Are you looking for support to help you better understand your neurotype? Are you exploring your identity + on a journey of self-discovery? Is your trauma history impacting your mental health + relationships? Are you feeling lost + angry about all the pain + injustice in the world? Do you want to learn tools to help you thrive + cope with your symptoms? Whatever your journey is, we're here to come alongside you!
Nicolas Zapata
Resident in Counseling, MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I will work with you, through a person-centered approach, to identify your strengths and utilize them to address your needs. As a team, you and I will collaborate on solutions and techniques that can be applied to any of life's challenges. I strive to create a safe, welcoming environment that can foster your personal growth.
Danielle L McDowell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
You’ve been awake most of the night doom scrolling or you wake up flooded with the emotion that has been following you Every. Single. Day. You already know today isn’t going to be any better for your relationship. Before your feet hit the floor you feel the energy leave your body and that damn, suffocating feeling washes over you. Before you head out the door you give your love a kiss hoping for the spark to return but it doesn’t. You give yourself your “pep talk” telling yourself to just get through your day and then you can come home to work on it some more. Being in a happy relationship seems like it's only for other people.
Sasha Pierce
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, LCSW-S
Verified
Verified
My approach is non-judgmental, adaptational, and strengths-based, working collaboratively with clients to develop evidence-based treatment plans that meet their unique needs and change with them throughout service provision. I believe that each individual carries with them their own strengths, experiences, and perspectives, and are most capable of thriving when acknowledged for their complete and authentic selves. I am passionate about exploring topics of parenting skills and coparenting, separation/divorce, and mood and anxiety disorders within a supportive framework.
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Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online or over the phone can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the United States, 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, 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.