LGBTQ+ Therapists in Virginia Beach, VA

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.

I received my Master of Science in Social Work from the University of Louisville. I work with the following populations: children, adolescents, young adults and LGBTQIA +. I have worked with populations specifically with depression, anxiety, trauma, sexual abuse/assault, domestic violence survivors, among many other mental health challenges. I have a vast array of experience in the mental health field working in a residential, group home, and psychiatric inpatient settings with children, adolescents, and adults. I have experience working with individuals who have been in crisis and who have experienced trauma.

Feeling disconnected in relationships? It's an honor that you are choosing me as part of your journey to peace and well-being. I’m sure you are wondering to yourself: Who are you and can you help me? Absolutely, I can! I have helped clients past for the past 6 years with addictions, relational problems, and other attachment wounds. I assist couples with understanding the obstacles to fulfilling relationships. Together, we will discover a renewed sense of yourself with more realistic thinking, fewer worries, and happier connections. I have a passion for helping couples with a history of trauma and those from marginalized backgrounds.

My approach is person-centered, solution-focused, mindfulness, and cognitive-behavioral to help empower and motivate change in clients and their families. I strive to help children, adults, and families better their well-being using a non-judgmental and supportive approach and through helping you better understand the relationship between thoughts and feelings.

Who would you be if you were all that you can be? The ability to be fully yourself, comfortable in your own skin, enjoying your relationships - these possibilities are in you, no matter how great the obstacles you have met in your life. I can help! Working together, we will build on your strengths, heal your relationship with yourself, and create lasting change. * Warm, caring and knowledgeable...this is a safe, compassionate space to explore the difficult places and experiences in your life, and find healing and growth.

I am Licensed Psychotherapist and Psychoanalyst, Board Certified Clinical Sexologist, and Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am also a Diplomate, Board of Clinical Sexology. I have been a therapist for over 30 years. My team of Psychiatrists,Psychologists & clinicians service over 500 clients monthly. This team approach affords you an opportunity to capitalize on the 150 years of therapeutic expertise of the entire staff. Their specialties include: Marriage/Couple/divorce, Work Related Stress, Depression, Addictions, Gay / Lesbian /Gender Issues, Sex counseling & therapy, Anger Management, PTSD, Juveniles & Adolescent, Physical -Emotional-Verbal Abuse, Grief, Attention functioning & learning disorders

Hello, my name is Chelsea. Let's face it; life can be super challenging. Many of us have experienced crushing situations that leave a lasting impact on our hearts. Whether you've struggled to maintain a relationship with your parent(s) or feel burnt-out from overachieving, stress can weigh heavily on us. My guiding philosophy for your mental health is rooted in support, challenges, and encouragement, as I help you achieve a life that feels free, whole, and healthy.

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.

Has your marriage been a struggle lately? Or are you engaged but want to make things stronger before the big leap? I can help. I specialize in relationship therapy and counseling for both COUPLES and INDIVIDUALS. At Decision Point Therapy, you'll gain clarity and solutions for your biggest relationship challenges, and support for your biggest decisions. ***2019: Currently accepting new private pay clients (no insurance)***

I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I work with my clients in a compassionate and understanding way while addressing a variety of important issues to include: depression, anxiety, stress, marital conflict, self harm, sexual abuse, chronic pain and illness, LGBTQA + issues, gender identity and dysphoria, OCD, PTSD, trauma, alcoholism, substance abuse, anger management and grief issues.

Marie is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with over 20 years of outpatient experience helping individual, couples, and families obtain optimal mental health and improve their interaction. Using active, solution focused techniques, Marie can help you live your best life. As a Life Coach, Marie can help you attain your goals in a timely manner. Marie will work with you to complete a ten point checklist, encompassing all areas of life, to identify targets for goal attainment and accountability. Divorce Coaching is an additional service to help you progress through the divorce process.

I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) with a master’s degree in counseling. I specialize in working with the LGBT + community — both adolescents and adults — with a focus on working with transgender individuals. As a member of the LGBT + community, I have a passion for helping my community heal and grow. I am dedicated to helping people better understand themselves and to better communicate with the world around them. My client-centered approach utilizes both cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) techniques in sessions.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field. I am person-centered and humanistic in my approach. I believe that therapy works best when the relationship between client and therapist is strong, so I focus my energy on creating a kind, compassionate environment for you to explore all that makes you who you are.

I have a strong love for working with and affirming neurodivergent individuals, and have lived experience as a late diagnosed autistic myself. I work with those who am LGBTQ + affirming and I strive to practice cultural humility while recognizing my privilege as a white cis-woman. I believe in power, control, agency, and autonomy of ourselves if that does not harm others. Discovering what keeps getting in your way together will help you move towards the full and authentic life you deserve.

Nicolas Queen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Virginia with 6 years of experience working with clients seeking help addressing depression, anxiety, adjustment to life events, trauma, and other mental health issues. He is open to working with adults and teens. Nicolas completed his Master of Social Work at West Virginia University.

Do your loved ones say that you are insensitive or lack empathy? Have you been called cold or stoic? Do people say that you are hard to get close to or you seem distant even when you are trying to show your true self? Maybe you have gone through a lot in your past and don’t know how to connect in a healthy way. Is your childhood trauma impacting your relationships? Do you need an understanding person who would work with you on this? Together we will create a space where you can be yourself, relax, feel heard and supported. In this therapeutic relationship you will learn how to trust yourself and feel connected to others.