Therapists in Virginia Beach, VA

As a therapist I believe that you are uniquely capable of facing all the challenges that life bring you. The answers to the pain that you are experiencing are already held within you. The process of therapy is to help you tap into those internal resources. My role as your therapist is to walk alongside you bringing clarity to the confusion. I specialize in individual and family counseling with a focus on divorce, divorce recovery, and coparenting therapy. During these difficult times of transition you may experience depression or anxiety. I am hear to help you return your life to an even kilter.

Welcome VA and PSYPACT state residents! Here, you’ll find personalized mental health care, from a licensed clinical psychologist, to help you navigate life’s waves from wherever you are in the world. My name is Dr. Barbara F. Shabazz. You can call me Dr.B. I have over 25 years of experience facilitating change in the lives of clients and students. My role is to journey alongside you - supporting, validating, and encouraging agency - as you ‘work out the waves’. I can’t want it for you, more than you do. But, if you’re ready to make the commitment, to professional care, I’ll stand with you. Let’s do the work!

I started my career in a private foster care agency, then transitioned to a group practice for 7 years before opening my own practice. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I have specialized training in adoption and play therapy. I view counseling as a partnership between client and counselor. I value the therapeutic relationship as central to supporting clients in developing insight, increasing self-awareness, and processing hurts. I utilize a variety of strategies to assist clients with examining their patterns in thought, feelings, and behaviors, to increase understanding, and make adjustments toward improved functioning.

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.

Welcome, I'm Calandra Togba-Doya, LCSW, LICSW. I work with Individuals that desire positive change in their lives. I believe perfection is a myth, but we all can set and obtain progressive goals. My mantra is Happy, Healthy, and Whole. That's obtainable. I view the therapeutic process as a partnership with you leading the effort. You have all the answers you need. I am simply a partner walking along as you journey to uncover them. I work best with Individuals ages 14 - 65. Though the majority of my clients are women; men have found my approach very beneficial.

Have you been struggling to navigate all the stressors in life on your own? Are you feeling like there is too much weight on your shoulders, questioning how to make meaningful changes, or even struggling to overcome negative thoughts of yourself and how others feel about you? Asking for help takes courage, but also comes with significant relief when you realize that with support, healing is possible.

Hello, I am a pre-licensed professional holding a provisional art therapy certification after receiving my Master's degree in art therapy at Saint Mary of the Woods College. I am an employee with HopeWell Equipping and Counseling Ministries in Virginia Beach. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, groups, couples, and families dealing with a range of situations such as ADHD, depression, anxiety, relationship distress, divorce and all through the therapeutic lens of art therapy that is non-diagnostic.

We provide equine-assisted psychotherapy utilizing a team approach, consisting of a licensed therapist, an equine specialist and horse(s). This approach is based on the belief that clients have the ability to find the best solutions for themselves when given the opportunity to discover them. The horse is an ideal therapy partner due to its exceptional capacity to read and respond to non-verbal cues. Clients are able to observe their thoughts, feelings and behaviors and the impact on self and others. They can then explore, problem-solve and overcome challenges in the arena which translate into positive changes outside of the arena.

Hi! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional. My focus lies predominantly with adult individuals seeking assistance in managing life stressors, navigating challenging transitions, addressing symptoms of depression or anxiety, or processing past traumatic experiences. Some individuals enter therapy with clear objectives for their lives post-treatment, while others may require assistance in identifying these initial goals. My role is to aid individuals in achieving their own life goals, fostering empowerment and growth.

Life throws all kinds of challenges our way, and sometimes we need support from a professional to assist in looking at things from a different perspective. As a Licensed Professional Counselor and a registered Art Therapist, I offer more than a traditional talk therapy experience by using cutting-edge integrative methods of the creative art process, mindful-based interventions, and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques to support trauma recovery and address the root of anxiety, self-esteem issues, limiting beliefs, emotional instabilities, and unhelpful behavioral patterns.

In a world full of so many different people we are bound to encounter a vast array of road blocks. Some are easy to verbalize and some are not. Some of the things we experience are small and can be minimized but some cannot. Sometimes we don’t trust enough to share and sometimes we do not know how to communicate what we are feeling, when we are feeling and why we are feeling. Embrace gives us the opportunity to be open to the therapeutic process, embrace it like a warm hug of comfort. To Embrace the process we must first start with the Problem. To Trust the Journey we must envision where we want to be in our lives and go for it.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist providing psychotherapy services to children, adolescents, and adults. Finding value in a variety of therapeutic approaches, I blend evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Interpersonal Therapy to address the treatment goals of clients. I also have experience in providing Motivational Interviewing, Behavior Modification, Trauma-Focused CBT, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Exposure Response Prevention for OCD, and psychological testing for ADHD and learning problems.

Imagine yourself in a space where every vulnerability is met with unwavering support, where challenges transform into opportunities through unique strategies, and where each step forward in your personal journey is celebrated with genuine enthusiasm. You are not navigating this path alone. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, unraveling the complexities of relationships, or in pursuit of self-discovery, we are here to help you on your journey. Our ideal client is someone just like you: eager for change, dedicated to personal evolution, and driven by the aspiration to realize your potential.

Anthony Vecchio is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia with over 20 years of experience in mental health. He specializes in anxiety, depression, life adjustment, and stress management, and supports military families facing unique challenges. Anthony's ideal clients seek to overcome personal hurdles and achieve a balanced, happier life. He creates a safe, non-judgmental environment for adults and adolescents to explore personal growth and healing. Anthony’s commitment to trust and understanding enables him to create a deeply empathetic and effective therapeutic environment, facilitating transformation and healing.

Sometimes life has us feeling guarded, stressed, ready for battle or just feeling defeated. It can be so exhausting to continuously feel rejected, abused, inadequate, ashamed, guilty or even insignificant by loved ones. Maybe you had to do, what you had to do, to get through and you are tired of being tired. I have worked with anxiety, depression, PTSD, anger, trauma ( multigenerational trauma) & those that have been abused. I have a Mindfulness based approach that taps into your strengths to look for solutions to find what works for you. Here you will find a non-judgmental environment that allows you to just be yourself.

Dr. Matthew Parvis has over 30 years of experience in practice as both a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) helping thousands of individuals and couples create positive and lasting changes in their lives. He specializes in working with adults and seniors who are coping with grief, loss, depression, anxiety, couples issues, and dysfunctional family dynamics. Dr. Parvis has the clinical expertise to apply any tool at his disposal that helps you move toward your goal.

My name is Richard St. Pierre. I am a licensed clinical social worker by profession, a former Marine, and founder of Inner-Missions. My area of focus is active duty military, recently discharged or retired veterans, and their families. Utilizing INDIVIDUAL, COUPLES & FAMILY THERAPY, I offer decades of experience, insight, and support, as you sort through the concerns that impede your journey of self-discovery: Let me help you with the stress and strain of family, work, and financial pressures; a teen with school or behavioral issues who is "Standing on Your Last Nerve". I offer you a new perspective.

Virtual therapy available. In my experience as a therapist, I have had the opportunity offer help and hope to those in need. I strongly believe that the ability to heal is within each person. With this innate ability to grow, my goal is to help you delve deeper to discover and develop the tools you seek to move forward on your journey to wellness. I can offer you talk therapy as well as the use of art and movement to work on uncovering skills, emotions, solutions, acceptance, and much more. Sometimes words are not enough and a place to express with no judgment can offer safety to explore self and move to the next chapter.

Hello! I am a Virginia Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC) who is dedicated to helping people overcome barriers and reach optimal wellness. I am dedicated to helping those seeking optimal and holistic wellness. I have experience in Community Mental Health, Addictions, Couples Counseling, Behavioral disorders, and Co-occurring disorders. Three words that describe my therapeutic style are compassionate, nonjudgmental, and balanced. My goal is to serve others and make a difference by assisting individuals striving to make it through life’s complicated challenges.