Life Coaching Therapists in 23229
Anita Best - Best Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23229
Whether you are facing challenges with substance abuse, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, divorce, parenting or co-parenting, partner relationships, trauma recovery, career stressors or life transitions, there is hope. I match treatment interventions based upon your needs, however I tend to use treatment approaches that are solution focused and trauma informed. I am a direct and active therapist using humor when appropriate. I utilize EMDR, Life Coaching, Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive-Behavioral approaches in my work.
Whether you are facing challenges with substance abuse, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, divorce, parenting or co-parenting, partner relationships, trauma recovery, career stressors or life transitions, there is hope. I match treatment interventions based upon your needs, however I tend to use treatment approaches that are solution focused and trauma informed. I am a direct and active therapist using humor when appropriate. I utilize EMDR, Life Coaching, Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive-Behavioral approaches in my work.
Patricia I Harris
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23229
I use a strengths-based approach to therapy. Treatment builds on your positive traits and the things that are working in your life. In couples work, the perspective of each participant is heard and then I help you to find common ground or understanding. I take a solution-focused approach to help you resolve conflict. I work with adults, couples and families. I see women who have had trauma in their past, such as abuse and neglect. I also work with individuals who are in transition and need some clarity.
I use a strengths-based approach to therapy. Treatment builds on your positive traits and the things that are working in your life. In couples work, the perspective of each participant is heard and then I help you to find common ground or understanding. I take a solution-focused approach to help you resolve conflict. I work with adults, couples and families. I see women who have had trauma in their past, such as abuse and neglect. I also work with individuals who are in transition and need some clarity.
Carlton J Hendersn
Resident in Counseling, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23229 (Online Only)
Are you in a place of exploration? Are you seeking to understand your true essence? The person you're meant to be...the person you want to be? These questions and curiosities can be daunting at times. How do you successfully navigate the pressures and demands of life (i.e., adulting) while at the same time presenting your authentic self? And not necessarily for other people, but most of all for yourself! Counseling is a way to find those answers. The comfort of counseling will allow you space and freedom to explore you...without judgement.
Are you in a place of exploration? Are you seeking to understand your true essence? The person you're meant to be...the person you want to be? These questions and curiosities can be daunting at times. How do you successfully navigate the pressures and demands of life (i.e., adulting) while at the same time presenting your authentic self? And not necessarily for other people, but most of all for yourself! Counseling is a way to find those answers. The comfort of counseling will allow you space and freedom to explore you...without judgement.
Christine M Vara
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, MDiv
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23229
Through the use of evidence based interventions you can reconnect authentically with others; learn how to tolerate emotions and engage situations and relationships differently; rediscover your values and purpose; create a life worth living - where you thrive instead of strive; and nourish your body without worrying about how or if you're doing it right.
Are you caught in cycles that leave you exhausted? Do you want to have better relationships but find them splintering? Are you self-critical in your efforts to obtain perfection? Do you find yourself shutting down or shutting off? You don't have to suffer in silence. Nor do you have to leave any part of yourself behind - I work with the whole person. Our identities often intersect with our struggles and our strengths. I'll meet you where you're at, and help you get where you're going. Whether you are just starting or looking to maintain your recovery from eating disorders, trauma and/or OCD, together recovery is possible.
Through the use of evidence based interventions you can reconnect authentically with others; learn how to tolerate emotions and engage situations and relationships differently; rediscover your values and purpose; create a life worth living - where you thrive instead of strive; and nourish your body without worrying about how or if you're doing it right.
Are you caught in cycles that leave you exhausted? Do you want to have better relationships but find them splintering? Are you self-critical in your efforts to obtain perfection? Do you find yourself shutting down or shutting off? You don't have to suffer in silence. Nor do you have to leave any part of yourself behind - I work with the whole person. Our identities often intersect with our struggles and our strengths. I'll meet you where you're at, and help you get where you're going. Whether you are just starting or looking to maintain your recovery from eating disorders, trauma and/or OCD, together recovery is possible.
Anne Forrester Hogge
Resident in Counseling, MEd, NBCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23229 (Online Only)
I also offer parent coaching to provide tools that support caretaking for self and others.
I am dedicated to serving parents and individuals by providing solution-focused and developmentally appropriate support. My mission is to help individuals and caregivers clarify and achieve their personal goals through practical tools and strategies. I offer behavior intervention solutions, education on growth and development, and guidance on thought reframing to ensure a safe and loving environment for you and your family.
I also offer parent coaching to provide tools that support caretaking for self and others.
I am dedicated to serving parents and individuals by providing solution-focused and developmentally appropriate support. My mission is to help individuals and caregivers clarify and achieve their personal goals through practical tools and strategies. I offer behavior intervention solutions, education on growth and development, and guidance on thought reframing to ensure a safe and loving environment for you and your family.
Beth Curry
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, HSMI
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23229 (Online Only)
Interested in learning to effectively and creatively manage stress? Accepting private pay coaching clients.
I empower high-functioning individuals to overcome obstacles so that they can get unstuck and perform at their highest potential. Whether it’s sports performance, general anxiety or fear, or learning to manage life stressors effectively, I can help you identify problem areas and to create effective solutions so that you can feel more confident in your pursuits to live the happy and healthy life you deserve. We’ll use a whole-self approach to help find a sense of balance and harmony in your mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being.
Interested in learning to effectively and creatively manage stress? Accepting private pay coaching clients.
I empower high-functioning individuals to overcome obstacles so that they can get unstuck and perform at their highest potential. Whether it’s sports performance, general anxiety or fear, or learning to manage life stressors effectively, I can help you identify problem areas and to create effective solutions so that you can feel more confident in your pursuits to live the happy and healthy life you deserve. We’ll use a whole-self approach to help find a sense of balance and harmony in your mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being.
Iris is dedicated to helping individuals discover their version of a life worth living.
Iris graduated from Radford University with a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Iris has over 2 years of previous experience working in partial-hospitalization and intensive outpatient programming at eating disorder treatment facilities, as a counselor for college students, as well as intensive in home with children and adolescents. Iris works with all age, race, ethnicity, religion and gender identities using a non-judgmental approach.
Iris is dedicated to helping individuals discover their version of a life worth living.
Iris graduated from Radford University with a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Iris has over 2 years of previous experience working in partial-hospitalization and intensive outpatient programming at eating disorder treatment facilities, as a counselor for college students, as well as intensive in home with children and adolescents. Iris works with all age, race, ethnicity, religion and gender identities using a non-judgmental approach.
Aligned Clinical & Educational Services, PLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, EdD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23229
Dr. Hebb's specific areas of expertise are based on her years of experience in education, clinical social work, and research in the areas of trauma informed care, anxiety, depression, and the impact of loss and life adjustments that cause ongoing hardship and grief. Dr. Hebb has an interest and experience in providing couples therapy. Using researched based tools and resources, couples will recognize and understand the importance of foundational relationship skills that promotes respect and positive connection.
Dr. Hebb's specific areas of expertise are based on her years of experience in education, clinical social work, and research in the areas of trauma informed care, anxiety, depression, and the impact of loss and life adjustments that cause ongoing hardship and grief. Dr. Hebb has an interest and experience in providing couples therapy. Using researched based tools and resources, couples will recognize and understand the importance of foundational relationship skills that promotes respect and positive connection.
Carrie W Matthews
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23229 (Online Only)
Our work together will allow for better stress management, overall clarity within relationships and decision making and improve life balance.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Energy Psychology Practitioner with over 20 years of experience, I have found that using an intuitive and collaborative approach is most effective to empowering individuals along their journey. We all embody innate strengths and abilities to heal from trauma and adversity. My goal is to assist you with accessing these strengths to promote healing and personal transformation. I will also guide you with learning useful and practical strategies to address obstacles and daily challenges.
Our work together will allow for better stress management, overall clarity within relationships and decision making and improve life balance.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Energy Psychology Practitioner with over 20 years of experience, I have found that using an intuitive and collaborative approach is most effective to empowering individuals along their journey. We all embody innate strengths and abilities to heal from trauma and adversity. My goal is to assist you with accessing these strengths to promote healing and personal transformation. I will also guide you with learning useful and practical strategies to address obstacles and daily challenges.
Adina Silvestri
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23229
Hi, I'm Dr. Adina Silvestri, the founder at Life Cycles Counseling. I offer a variety of counseling services to help you achieve balance and authenticity. Services include Individual Counseling, Family Counseling, Couples Counseling, and Group Counseling. My practice style is spontaneous, creative and designed to fit your needs - which may be different each session. I have 20 years of experience helping individuals, children and families with a variety of needs, but I specialize in treating women with substance abuse issues and eating disorders. Please visit my website at www.adinasilvestri.com for more information.
Hi, I'm Dr. Adina Silvestri, the founder at Life Cycles Counseling. I offer a variety of counseling services to help you achieve balance and authenticity. Services include Individual Counseling, Family Counseling, Couples Counseling, and Group Counseling. My practice style is spontaneous, creative and designed to fit your needs - which may be different each session. I have 20 years of experience helping individuals, children and families with a variety of needs, but I specialize in treating women with substance abuse issues and eating disorders. Please visit my website at www.adinasilvestri.com for more information.
Here at Abundant Life Partners we genuinely care and have a dedicated Care Team ready to schedule you.
I am a Resident in Counseling with the goal of becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I obtained my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University. I believe that working collaboratively with the client and building an authentic rapport is critical to the counseling relationship. I want to provide an empathetic and warm space that allows an individual to slow down and name the heartaches, pain, and difficulty they are experiencing. My desire is each individual will find therapy as a soft landing spot to be seen and known.
Here at Abundant Life Partners we genuinely care and have a dedicated Care Team ready to schedule you.
I am a Resident in Counseling with the goal of becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I obtained my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University. I believe that working collaboratively with the client and building an authentic rapport is critical to the counseling relationship. I want to provide an empathetic and warm space that allows an individual to slow down and name the heartaches, pain, and difficulty they are experiencing. My desire is each individual will find therapy as a soft landing spot to be seen and known.
My goal is to create an inviting and non-judgmental environment for individuals to feel safe and supported! I believe in your capacity to heal and change, recognizing that you are the expert of your own life! I am driven to guide you to explore more about your personal goals and inner strengths.
I am a Supervisee in Social Work, who received both my Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Social Work at Virginia Commonwealth University. I have experience in community-based services aimed at supporting underserved families, as well as in a private practice setting where I facilitated individual and group therapy.
My goal is to create an inviting and non-judgmental environment for individuals to feel safe and supported! I believe in your capacity to heal and change, recognizing that you are the expert of your own life! I am driven to guide you to explore more about your personal goals and inner strengths.
I am a Supervisee in Social Work, who received both my Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Social Work at Virginia Commonwealth University. I have experience in community-based services aimed at supporting underserved families, as well as in a private practice setting where I facilitated individual and group therapy.
Jimmy Christmas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAC, MYT, ADS, 200 RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23229
I am an integrative therapist that believes in assisting people in "feeling better and doing better" and "living their best life.
"Are you feeling stressed out about your relationships, employment, finances, addiction, your future? Is your stress causing anxiety, tension and depression? Trouble sleeping due to stress, anxiety and past/current trauma? I am interested in helping people live their best life. I am concerned with how stress affects us and I am trained and skilled to assist people in learning skills and strategies to reduce their stress and find more happiness in their lives. I have experience treating individuals with mood and thought disorders, substance abuse, trauma, stress and anxiety and a host of life issues.
I am an integrative therapist that believes in assisting people in "feeling better and doing better" and "living their best life.
"Are you feeling stressed out about your relationships, employment, finances, addiction, your future? Is your stress causing anxiety, tension and depression? Trouble sleeping due to stress, anxiety and past/current trauma? I am interested in helping people live their best life. I am concerned with how stress affects us and I am trained and skilled to assist people in learning skills and strategies to reduce their stress and find more happiness in their lives. I have experience treating individuals with mood and thought disorders, substance abuse, trauma, stress and anxiety and a host of life issues.
ZoeRVA Health: Zoe Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23229
Anxiety, depression, anger, conflict, children acting out, feeling chronic stress, panic attacks, experiences of trauma, searching for meaning, feeling empty, hopeless or helpless - these are all flashing lights on the dashboard of life telling us that something is not working properly.
I believe there is meaning in symptoms. We are designed to thrive. When something is out of balance our mind/body/spirit/relationships present symptoms to ask us to pay attention. I specialize in helping people discover what needs their attention. Then, I help people learn new skills so they are equipped to respond more effectively to their needs. I offer support as people practice necessary changes in their thoughts, managing their emotions, and interacting with others and their circumstances. Finally, I encourage and guide people as they seek to fully actualize their potential.
Anxiety, depression, anger, conflict, children acting out, feeling chronic stress, panic attacks, experiences of trauma, searching for meaning, feeling empty, hopeless or helpless - these are all flashing lights on the dashboard of life telling us that something is not working properly.
I believe there is meaning in symptoms. We are designed to thrive. When something is out of balance our mind/body/spirit/relationships present symptoms to ask us to pay attention. I specialize in helping people discover what needs their attention. Then, I help people learn new skills so they are equipped to respond more effectively to their needs. I offer support as people practice necessary changes in their thoughts, managing their emotions, and interacting with others and their circumstances. Finally, I encourage and guide people as they seek to fully actualize their potential.
Troy Henshaw
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Henrico, VA 23229
Together, let's find the path that leads to the life that you want.
I enjoy working with individuals that recognize that something needs to change and just aren't sure which way to go. Together, we can explore your motivation to change and learn to live life based on your values, goals, and dreams. Clients who come to see me often have addiction issues, sexual issues, legal issues, relationship issues, and struggles with self image and self worth. We will take a solution focused approach as well as explore deeper, more complex issues.
Together, let's find the path that leads to the life that you want.
I enjoy working with individuals that recognize that something needs to change and just aren't sure which way to go. Together, we can explore your motivation to change and learn to live life based on your values, goals, and dreams. Clients who come to see me often have addiction issues, sexual issues, legal issues, relationship issues, and struggles with self image and self worth. We will take a solution focused approach as well as explore deeper, more complex issues.
Virginia Institute of Pastoral Care (VIPCare)
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, DMin, MSW, LCSW, LPC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23229
The Virginia Institute of Pastoral Care is a pastoral counseling center open to everyone. There is a place for you here— whether you practice a faith tradition or are searching, whether you are looking for support as you take the next steps in your life or you feel sad, stuck or unhappy. Our counselors are trained mental health professionals, many of whom are also practicing clergy. But we don’t preach: we listen. We offer counseling for children, families, couples, and adults including seniors. Group therapy services are also available.
The Virginia Institute of Pastoral Care is a pastoral counseling center open to everyone. There is a place for you here— whether you practice a faith tradition or are searching, whether you are looking for support as you take the next steps in your life or you feel sad, stuck or unhappy. Our counselors are trained mental health professionals, many of whom are also practicing clergy. But we don’t preach: we listen. We offer counseling for children, families, couples, and adults including seniors. Group therapy services are also available.
Do you struggle with anxiety, fear, grief, depression? Are you having difficulty adjusting to an important life transition? Do painful emotions stop you from doing the things you enjoy or interfere with work, relationships and self-confidence? For the last 30 years I have taught clients how to skillfully manage difficult emotions and unhelpful patterns of mind that feel unbearable. I would like to help you discover a new path forward, one that teaches you how to respond mindfully and compassionately to emotional difficulties and life's uncertainties, and best nourishes your deepest capacity for healing.
Do you struggle with anxiety, fear, grief, depression? Are you having difficulty adjusting to an important life transition? Do painful emotions stop you from doing the things you enjoy or interfere with work, relationships and self-confidence? For the last 30 years I have taught clients how to skillfully manage difficult emotions and unhelpful patterns of mind that feel unbearable. I would like to help you discover a new path forward, one that teaches you how to respond mindfully and compassionately to emotional difficulties and life's uncertainties, and best nourishes your deepest capacity for healing.
Loren Feldman Cobb
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MA(c), LMFT
Verified Verified
Henrico, VA 23229 (Online Only)
If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
You are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As a solution-focused, humanistic therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
You are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As a solution-focused, humanistic therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
I work with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, interpersonal struggles, life transitions, women’s issues, grief and loss, and trauma.
I’m a MSW and Supervisee in Social Work with 10 years of experience, offering a compassionate, client-centered approach to my work with individuals from early childhood through adulthood. I work collaboratively with clients to build skills to manage emotions, improve interpersonal connections, increase resilience, and deepen their self compassion in order to create positive change in their lives.
I work with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, interpersonal struggles, life transitions, women’s issues, grief and loss, and trauma.
I’m a MSW and Supervisee in Social Work with 10 years of experience, offering a compassionate, client-centered approach to my work with individuals from early childhood through adulthood. I work collaboratively with clients to build skills to manage emotions, improve interpersonal connections, increase resilience, and deepen their self compassion in order to create positive change in their lives.
Dr. Abigail Conley
Resident in Counseling, PhD, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Henrico, VA 23229 (Online Only)
I believe it shouldn’t be so hard to live a better life.
Do you feel stressed out and overwhelmed balancing parenthood with your career and relationships? Do you wake up exhausted and dreading the day? If you’re struggling to balance life’s demands and be at your best, now is a good time to connect with an experienced therapist who can help. Now more than ever parents are feeling overwhelmed and uncertain on how to juggle their kids, spouses, careers, and their own well-being. Prioritizing others first while putting your own needs last can work a little, but leads to longer-term issues like burnout, depression, and chronic stress. You don't want to burden your friends and family either.
I believe it shouldn’t be so hard to live a better life.
Do you feel stressed out and overwhelmed balancing parenthood with your career and relationships? Do you wake up exhausted and dreading the day? If you’re struggling to balance life’s demands and be at your best, now is a good time to connect with an experienced therapist who can help. Now more than ever parents are feeling overwhelmed and uncertain on how to juggle their kids, spouses, careers, and their own well-being. Prioritizing others first while putting your own needs last can work a little, but leads to longer-term issues like burnout, depression, and chronic stress. You don't want to burden your friends and family either.
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Life Coaching Therapists
What can I expect from life coaching?
Clients and coaches will typically start by identifying the problem area(s) that the client hopes to address—then, the coach will help the client brainstorm potential solutions and explore concrete techniques to help the client attain their goals. Coaching is typically short-term and focused on finding solutions in the here and now, rather than exploring a client’s past. In addition to strategies aimed at the client’s specific concerns, coaches may encourage general stress management techniques such as meditation.
Can a life coach help treat anxiety?
Because the majority of life coaches are not licensed clinicians, they are not qualified to diagnose or treat anxiety. Anyone struggling with anxiety or another mental health condition should seek help from a licensed mental health practitioner. However, some coaching clients who struggle with subclinical anxiety report that working with their coach on other problems—such as career dissatisfaction or unhealthy habits—has a positive effect on their anxiety.
Can life coaching be done online?
Yes. While life coaching often happens in person, many coaches conduct sessions over the phone or via online platforms such as Zoom or Skype. Because life coaches are not subject to local licensing regulations in the same way that therapists are, they are able to see clients who live in other locations.
How long does life coaching last?
Life coaching tends to be a shorter-term process than therapy, though it does not always unfold over a specific period of time and is instead based on the coach’s or the client’s preferences. Coaching often takes place over three to 12 months but may be shorter or longer if necessary.