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Leanora J Harkless
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Colonial Heights, VA 23834  (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Leanora! Please call me “Lea.” I would like to ask you two questions, “Are you sick-n-tired of being sick-n-tired?” “Are you ready to make positive change? Let me help you take a journey and explore what is preventing you from moving forward. Please know that I am non-judgmental, reliable, compassionate, and committed to my clients. I adhere to ethical principles and treat people with dignity and respect. Whether its depression, anxiety, fear of change, stress, trauma, relationship issues, oppression, excessive use of substances. I believe that by working together, we can develop a treatment plan for you!
Hello, my name is Leanora! Please call me “Lea.” I would like to ask you two questions, “Are you sick-n-tired of being sick-n-tired?” “Are you ready to make positive change? Let me help you take a journey and explore what is preventing you from moving forward. Please know that I am non-judgmental, reliable, compassionate, and committed to my clients. I adhere to ethical principles and treat people with dignity and respect. Whether its depression, anxiety, fear of change, stress, trauma, relationship issues, oppression, excessive use of substances. I believe that by working together, we can develop a treatment plan for you!
(804) 465-9882 View (804) 465-9882
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Charita Threatt
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Waitlist for new clients
My name is Charita Threatt and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with an extensive background and training working with individuals with mental health and behavioral health issues as well as those that struggle with daily stress of relationships, work and depression. My private practice is based on person centered, cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing therapies. I can assist individuals with coping skills, improving their self-esteem, depression and anxiety symptoms, communication skills, problem solving, relational problems and grief counseling.I work with couples and families to assist them with building a healthy home environment geared towards strengthening the family unit.
My name is Charita Threatt and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with an extensive background and training working with individuals with mental health and behavioral health issues as well as those that struggle with daily stress of relationships, work and depression. My private practice is based on person centered, cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing therapies. I can assist individuals with coping skills, improving their self-esteem, depression and anxiety symptoms, communication skills, problem solving, relational problems and grief counseling.I work with couples and families to assist them with building a healthy home environment geared towards strengthening the family unit.
(804) 265-0053 View (804) 265-0053
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Chesterfield Counseling Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAC
Verified Verified
CCG is group practice with locations in Chesterfield and Fredricksburg, Va. The primary mission of Chesterfield Counseling Group LLC is to help clients improve their lives through introspection, self examination, and heightened insight. We work with individuals of all walks of life. We pride ourselves on being down to earth, reasonable, sober, and sensible therapists. So many times we hear of people who have had negative experiences with past therapists, with that in mind we strive to be flexible and the focus is always on what is important to the individual client. The purpose of the first therapy session is to get to know you.
CCG is group practice with locations in Chesterfield and Fredricksburg, Va. The primary mission of Chesterfield Counseling Group LLC is to help clients improve their lives through introspection, self examination, and heightened insight. We work with individuals of all walks of life. We pride ourselves on being down to earth, reasonable, sober, and sensible therapists. So many times we hear of people who have had negative experiences with past therapists, with that in mind we strive to be flexible and the focus is always on what is important to the individual client. The purpose of the first therapy session is to get to know you.
(804) 259-0669 View (804) 259-0669
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Arsheia Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSOTP, CSAC, LSATP, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Not accepting new clients
Do you ever find yourself battling negative thoughts? Feeling overwhelmed with trying to cope with feelings? Are you in need of a space where you can feel seen and heard? Whether you are facing loss, traumas, family conflict, life transitions or difficulty with social wellness, my collaborative and supportive style supports you as you work toward your wellness goals.
Do you ever find yourself battling negative thoughts? Feeling overwhelmed with trying to cope with feelings? Are you in need of a space where you can feel seen and heard? Whether you are facing loss, traumas, family conflict, life transitions or difficulty with social wellness, my collaborative and supportive style supports you as you work toward your wellness goals.
(804) 203-0618 View (804) 203-0618
Women's Issues Therapists

How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?

It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.

How can women prepare for therapy?

Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.

How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?

As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.

How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?

Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.