Women's Issues Therapists in Russell County, VA
Hi there, I'm Cynthia, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Virginia. As a clinical social worker with over 30 years of experience, I have provided therapeutic services to all age groups utilizing a range of modalities including motivational interviewing, CBT, EMDR, and prolonged exposure. I specialize in anxiety, depression, and trauma and have extensive work experience with military active duty and their dependents. If you think we may be a good match, please reach out today to get started!
Hi there, I'm Cynthia, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Virginia. As a clinical social worker with over 30 years of experience, I have provided therapeutic services to all age groups utilizing a range of modalities including motivational interviewing, CBT, EMDR, and prolonged exposure. I specialize in anxiety, depression, and trauma and have extensive work experience with military active duty and their dependents. If you think we may be a good match, please reach out today to get started!
Barbara Pittman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lebanon, VA 24266
If you're a parent seeking support for your child, you crave a therapist who exudes warmth and positivity, offering a safe haven for your child to heal. You would love for someone with over two decades of experience in play therapy and trauma recovery, someone who understands the unique needs of children aged 3 to 17. You want a compassionate guide who is skilled in addressing PTSD, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and beyond. You're not just looking for a therapist; you're seeking a partner in your child's journey toward healing.
If you're a parent seeking support for your child, you crave a therapist who exudes warmth and positivity, offering a safe haven for your child to heal. You would love for someone with over two decades of experience in play therapy and trauma recovery, someone who understands the unique needs of children aged 3 to 17. You want a compassionate guide who is skilled in addressing PTSD, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and beyond. You're not just looking for a therapist; you're seeking a partner in your child's journey toward healing.
Katie Halsey holds a license as a LPC in the state of VA and TN. She received her M.Ed. in Human Development & Counseling from Lindsey Wilson College in 2014. Since 2015, Katie has worked with youth in a residential trauma setting with a wide variety of diagnosis. Katie enjoys working with clients of all ages and has a special interest for military, law enforcement, and first responder members. Katie has experience with working with clients in both the individual and family setting.
Katie Halsey holds a license as a LPC in the state of VA and TN. She received her M.Ed. in Human Development & Counseling from Lindsey Wilson College in 2014. Since 2015, Katie has worked with youth in a residential trauma setting with a wide variety of diagnosis. Katie enjoys working with clients of all ages and has a special interest for military, law enforcement, and first responder members. Katie has experience with working with clients in both the individual and family setting.
Online Therapists
Julie Neely is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has over 15 years of professional experience working with children, teens, and adults in a wide variety of settings, including community mental health and school-based environments. She specializes in treating concerns or conditions related to anxiety, anger, depression, chronic stress, ADHD, women's issues, panic-related problems, and spirituality-based issues. Julie earned her Master of Arts (MA) in Counselor Education at Virginia Tech.
Julie Neely is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has over 15 years of professional experience working with children, teens, and adults in a wide variety of settings, including community mental health and school-based environments. She specializes in treating concerns or conditions related to anxiety, anger, depression, chronic stress, ADHD, women's issues, panic-related problems, and spirituality-based issues. Julie earned her Master of Arts (MA) in Counselor Education at Virginia Tech.
Darian Phillips Fawbush is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 4 years of experience in the mental health field. Darian specializes in depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, women's issues, rural mental health, and the intersectionality of familial, social, and cultural dynamics that can bring a diverse range of challenges. Darian identifies as an ally of the LGBTQIA+ community and affirms all spiritual or religious beliefs. Darian completed her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Virginia's College-Wise, and her Master's degree in Counseling Education from Virginia Tech.
Darian Phillips Fawbush is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 4 years of experience in the mental health field. Darian specializes in depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, women's issues, rural mental health, and the intersectionality of familial, social, and cultural dynamics that can bring a diverse range of challenges. Darian identifies as an ally of the LGBTQIA+ community and affirms all spiritual or religious beliefs. Darian completed her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Virginia's College-Wise, and her Master's degree in Counseling Education from Virginia Tech.
Melissa Strickland-Hanks
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCMHC, CSAC
Verified Verified
Hillsville, VA 24343 (Online Only)
Do you struggle with learning how to cope with depression, anxiety, & panic attacks using Christian values and beliefs? Do you find it hard to balance all of your responsibilities as a wife/husband, mother/father, business owner/worker, & maintain your Christian morals? Are you searching for a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in Christian Counseling, Substance Abuse, and Women's Issues? Do you ever wonder if you set goals that are unrealistic or place too many demands on yourself? Do you want to regain a sense of control over your life & develop better coping skills? Could your self-care routine be improved?
Do you struggle with learning how to cope with depression, anxiety, & panic attacks using Christian values and beliefs? Do you find it hard to balance all of your responsibilities as a wife/husband, mother/father, business owner/worker, & maintain your Christian morals? Are you searching for a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in Christian Counseling, Substance Abuse, and Women's Issues? Do you ever wonder if you set goals that are unrealistic or place too many demands on yourself? Do you want to regain a sense of control over your life & develop better coping skills? Could your self-care routine be improved?
Welcome, and thank you for considering me as a therapist to partner with you on your therapy journey! I am Christine Buzitsky, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in North Carolina and Virginia. I have twenty-five years of experience working with adults, adolescents, children, couples, and families to address relationship issues, anxiety, depression, women's issues, grief, ADHD, coping with chronic medical concerns, and life transitions. I believe therapy must be individualized to the client.
Welcome, and thank you for considering me as a therapist to partner with you on your therapy journey! I am Christine Buzitsky, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in North Carolina and Virginia. I have twenty-five years of experience working with adults, adolescents, children, couples, and families to address relationship issues, anxiety, depression, women's issues, grief, ADHD, coping with chronic medical concerns, and life transitions. I believe therapy must be individualized to the client.
When life hurts, I can help. Are you struggling with difficulties that have you feeling depressed, angry, worried, or guilty? Are your relationships at home or work in trouble or conflict? I help individuals and couples who are facing a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, anger, infidelity, pornography, coping w/chronic illness, sexual problems, PTSD, OCD and much more. I started out my professional career as a church pastor, and in my 40's transitioned into becoming a counselor/therapist. I guide people to get over problems and to be their deeper, higher, and more loving, compassionate self.
When life hurts, I can help. Are you struggling with difficulties that have you feeling depressed, angry, worried, or guilty? Are your relationships at home or work in trouble or conflict? I help individuals and couples who are facing a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, anger, infidelity, pornography, coping w/chronic illness, sexual problems, PTSD, OCD and much more. I started out my professional career as a church pastor, and in my 40's transitioned into becoming a counselor/therapist. I guide people to get over problems and to be their deeper, higher, and more loving, compassionate self.
Pathways Psychology LLC provides therapy, assessment, and consultation for a variety of human needs. We all need support at times to figure out what to do next in important areas of our lives. We can work together to learn more about who you truly are, understand your current struggles, and to come up with an action plan that fits your values and uses your strengths to help you move forward.
Pathways Psychology LLC provides therapy, assessment, and consultation for a variety of human needs. We all need support at times to figure out what to do next in important areas of our lives. We can work together to learn more about who you truly are, understand your current struggles, and to come up with an action plan that fits your values and uses your strengths to help you move forward.
Mary Hansen is a Licensed Master of Social Work with 4 years of experience in the mental health field. She specializes in working with individuals facing anxiety and depression. In the past four years, she has worked both inpatient and outpatient roles, giving her a broad scope of how important mental health is for individuals. Mary’s goal is to work collaboratively with clients to give them the necessary tools and empower them to improve their lives. With a person-centered and strengths-based approach, she aims to create a safe space to explore the challenges they face.
Mary Hansen is a Licensed Master of Social Work with 4 years of experience in the mental health field. She specializes in working with individuals facing anxiety and depression. In the past four years, she has worked both inpatient and outpatient roles, giving her a broad scope of how important mental health is for individuals. Mary’s goal is to work collaboratively with clients to give them the necessary tools and empower them to improve their lives. With a person-centered and strengths-based approach, she aims to create a safe space to explore the challenges they face.
I am so glad you are taking the steps to find support and take care of yourself! It can be difficult to reach out and ask for support and it is important to find a safe and compassionate space to be able to process trauma, grief, or general stress. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I enjoy helping individuals build on their strengths to find healing. I will work with you to develop treatment goals and offer support as you work towards those goals. I offer both in person and telehealth appointments.
I am so glad you are taking the steps to find support and take care of yourself! It can be difficult to reach out and ask for support and it is important to find a safe and compassionate space to be able to process trauma, grief, or general stress. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I enjoy helping individuals build on their strengths to find healing. I will work with you to develop treatment goals and offer support as you work towards those goals. I offer both in person and telehealth appointments.
Arielle Pollack
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Christiansburg, VA 24073
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome to a safe space where your journey to healing begins. I am Arielle (she/her) and I am dedicated to providing compassionate, client-centered, and identity-affirming care. I aim to create a nonjudgmental space where you can freely express your unfiltered thoughts and feelings. In my practice, I recognize you as the expert in your own life and experiences. Think of me as a co-traveler in your journey, offering support and guidance as you navigate the path to healing. My areas of expertise include working with anxiety, mood disorders, LGBT issues, interpersonal difficulties, substance abuse, and serious mental illnesses.
Welcome to a safe space where your journey to healing begins. I am Arielle (she/her) and I am dedicated to providing compassionate, client-centered, and identity-affirming care. I aim to create a nonjudgmental space where you can freely express your unfiltered thoughts and feelings. In my practice, I recognize you as the expert in your own life and experiences. Think of me as a co-traveler in your journey, offering support and guidance as you navigate the path to healing. My areas of expertise include working with anxiety, mood disorders, LGBT issues, interpersonal difficulties, substance abuse, and serious mental illnesses.
Denise Murdock
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dublin, VA 24084 (Online Only)
TELE-PSYCH only.. Prior to private practice I was providing emergency mental health treatment to clients who were suicidal, homicidal, psychotic or otherwise in crisis. I have experience working with adults of all ages, from adult teens to seniors. I currently see a range of clients, some who are just out of the hospital after a crisis, some who are seriously depressed and seeking to regain their footing without hospitalization, and others struggling with milder depression, anxiety, or self-esteem issues, or needing support through a life crisis. These clients progress through their issues from week to week.
TELE-PSYCH only.. Prior to private practice I was providing emergency mental health treatment to clients who were suicidal, homicidal, psychotic or otherwise in crisis. I have experience working with adults of all ages, from adult teens to seniors. I currently see a range of clients, some who are just out of the hospital after a crisis, some who are seriously depressed and seeking to regain their footing without hospitalization, and others struggling with milder depression, anxiety, or self-esteem issues, or needing support through a life crisis. These clients progress through their issues from week to week.
Connie Elkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Abingdon, VA 24210
I have over 11 years of clinical experience, specializing in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, life transitions, ADHD, and other childhood disorders. I welcome ages 4 through older adults and those in the LGBTQ+ community. I work collaboratively with clients, providing non-judgmental treatment in a safe environment, helping them explore concerns and practice the changes they desire.
I have over 11 years of clinical experience, specializing in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, life transitions, ADHD, and other childhood disorders. I welcome ages 4 through older adults and those in the LGBTQ+ community. I work collaboratively with clients, providing non-judgmental treatment in a safe environment, helping them explore concerns and practice the changes they desire.
I am a Blacksburg native, recently relocated back to the area, and have opened my practice to offer assessment, therapy, and consultation services. I work with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing difficulties with learning and attention problems, executive functioning issues, and mood and behavioral difficulties, including anxiety, depression, and anger-management. My treatment approach is typically based in cognitive-behavioral interventions, although I consider the personality of the client and the dynamics of the family in order to tailor an effective and goal-directed treatment approach.
I am a Blacksburg native, recently relocated back to the area, and have opened my practice to offer assessment, therapy, and consultation services. I work with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing difficulties with learning and attention problems, executive functioning issues, and mood and behavioral difficulties, including anxiety, depression, and anger-management. My treatment approach is typically based in cognitive-behavioral interventions, although I consider the personality of the client and the dynamics of the family in order to tailor an effective and goal-directed treatment approach.
Courtney S Brooks
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Blacksburg, VA 24060
Waitlist for new clients
I view therapy from a holistic lens, encouraging clients to explore their holistic self (mental, spiritual, sexual, physical, etc.) and how those various pieces impact our view of self, the world, and our lived experiences. Finding meaning in experiences, as well as curating curiosity and compassion towards the self are inherent to my therapeutic process. To summarize my approach to treatment from Carl Rogers: "A person is a fluid process, not a fixed & static entity; a flowing river of change, not a block of solid material; a continually changing constellation of potentialities, not a fixed quantity of traits."
I view therapy from a holistic lens, encouraging clients to explore their holistic self (mental, spiritual, sexual, physical, etc.) and how those various pieces impact our view of self, the world, and our lived experiences. Finding meaning in experiences, as well as curating curiosity and compassion towards the self are inherent to my therapeutic process. To summarize my approach to treatment from Carl Rogers: "A person is a fluid process, not a fixed & static entity; a flowing river of change, not a block of solid material; a continually changing constellation of potentialities, not a fixed quantity of traits."
Hello, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia; I have 8 years of experience in the mental health field. I have worked with individuals with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety disorders, trauma, depression, relationship struggles, adjusting to life changes, grief & loss, personal development, self-esteem, and social skills development. I have worked with individuals with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety disorders, trauma, depression, relationship struggles, adjusting to life changes, grief & loss, personal development, self-esteem, and social skills development.
Hello, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia; I have 8 years of experience in the mental health field. I have worked with individuals with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety disorders, trauma, depression, relationship struggles, adjusting to life changes, grief & loss, personal development, self-esteem, and social skills development. I have worked with individuals with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety disorders, trauma, depression, relationship struggles, adjusting to life changes, grief & loss, personal development, self-esteem, and social skills development.
Hi there. I am Krystie Wilson. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). More specifically, I am someone who strives to create healthy changes in the lives of my clients. I find that we spend a lot of our lives in our own heads; focused on what has happened or what isn't happening. If you feel that you are struggling with silencing the negative thoughts, feeling alone, or being unable to move forward in your life, I can work with you to work get past the mental blocks, fears, rejections, and past traumas.
Hi there. I am Krystie Wilson. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). More specifically, I am someone who strives to create healthy changes in the lives of my clients. I find that we spend a lot of our lives in our own heads; focused on what has happened or what isn't happening. If you feel that you are struggling with silencing the negative thoughts, feeling alone, or being unable to move forward in your life, I can work with you to work get past the mental blocks, fears, rejections, and past traumas.
Julie Jackson
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Christiansburg, VA 24073 (Online Only)
My ideal client is one who is ready to discover more about themselves and how they interact with the world. Someone who is open to change, and who is prepared to allow me to take this journey alongside them.
My ideal client is one who is ready to discover more about themselves and how they interact with the world. Someone who is open to change, and who is prepared to allow me to take this journey alongside them.
Joy Groves
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Mouth Of Wilson, VA 24363
I am an experienced counselor who is truly invested in helping individuals and families make their lives better and find joy in life. Whether you have concerns for your child, teen, or for yourself, rest assured that life can feel better than it does for you right now. I am a compassionate listener who will help you develop new perspectives and skills to navigate the challenges affecting you and your family. I will encourage you, help you grow into your best self, and enhance your significant relationships. My approach is holistic, incorporating the spiritual values that are important to you.
I am an experienced counselor who is truly invested in helping individuals and families make their lives better and find joy in life. Whether you have concerns for your child, teen, or for yourself, rest assured that life can feel better than it does for you right now. I am a compassionate listener who will help you develop new perspectives and skills to navigate the challenges affecting you and your family. I will encourage you, help you grow into your best self, and enhance your significant relationships. My approach is holistic, incorporating the spiritual values that are important to you.
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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.