Therapists in 23970
![Photo of Dr. Margaret C. Ward-Thompson, PhD, LPC, MS, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5577c1de-d63b-4523-8e63-73fcbd9f8c65/4/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Margaret C. Ward-Thompson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, MS
Verified Verified
South Hill, VA 23970
Each individual has a different perspective or outlook on how they view life. During the course of life individuals face many challenges and obstacles that test many areas of their lives. Sometimes injury, illness, unemployment, grief and death or even making decisions about the future can result in stress, anxiety or depression. Individuals sometimes need support in achieving their goals and finding hope.
Each individual has a different perspective or outlook on how they view life. During the course of life individuals face many challenges and obstacles that test many areas of their lives. Sometimes injury, illness, unemployment, grief and death or even making decisions about the future can result in stress, anxiety or depression. Individuals sometimes need support in achieving their goals and finding hope.
![Photo of Teri Bistarkey, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ec3d10b6-6bb5-4143-9900-99a9781d60ea/2/320x400.png)
Feeling like you can't quite keep it together? Sometimes we get overwhelmed with the stresses in life and need help sorting them out. Maybe you've just hit a low point or feeling overly worried and anxious. Talking to a therapist has helped many people who are feeling the same way. The last two years have been more than difficult, and people are struggling. I help people figure out what's working well for them and what's not. Then we explore together the many strengths and skills you already have and can use to overcome the problems life throws at us.
Feeling like you can't quite keep it together? Sometimes we get overwhelmed with the stresses in life and need help sorting them out. Maybe you've just hit a low point or feeling overly worried and anxious. Talking to a therapist has helped many people who are feeling the same way. The last two years have been more than difficult, and people are struggling. I help people figure out what's working well for them and what's not. Then we explore together the many strengths and skills you already have and can use to overcome the problems life throws at us.
![Photo of Erika W Scruggs, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5bdbc214-3833-4dbc-82d9-927029795a56/1/320x400.png)
Erika W Scruggs
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
South Hill, VA 23970 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Helping others live better lives has been my passion since my early teens when I decided to become a counselor. Now, as a Licensed Professional Counselor, I enjoy working with adults struggling with OCD, anxiety, and life’s many stresses.
Helping others live better lives has been my passion since my early teens when I decided to become a counselor. Now, as a Licensed Professional Counselor, I enjoy working with adults struggling with OCD, anxiety, and life’s many stresses.
![Photo of Angela Montague Poythress, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b21e8e65-faa0-4ca2-b0ae-d7c8bca0d24f/2/320x400.jpeg)
Angela Montague Poythress
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Hill, VA 23970
Welcome and thank you for taking the time to learn more about me! I focus on a client centered approach tailoring therapy to meet clients where they are and helping them realize and get to where they want to be. I utilize a cognitive behavioral approach and motivation interviewing to empower clients to identify what is keeping them stuck and help them move forward.
Welcome and thank you for taking the time to learn more about me! I focus on a client centered approach tailoring therapy to meet clients where they are and helping them realize and get to where they want to be. I utilize a cognitive behavioral approach and motivation interviewing to empower clients to identify what is keeping them stuck and help them move forward.
![Photo of Kiyana Horton, LMSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/63713347-85f8-4dff-a8ae-e7a00bb48438/3/320x400.png)
Kiyana Horton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
South Hill, VA 23970 (Online Only)
For over 13 years I have provided individual and group psychotherapy to graduate and undergraduate students at the University of Michigan as well as in private practice with adults. I have extensive experience working with clients on a range of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma related issues, and substance use. As an ordained Interfaith Minister, my interests also include spirituality and religious concerns, family of origin issues, sexual orientation concerns, relationship difficulties, and cross-cultural/multicultural issues. I am committed to working with marginalized and underrepresented populations.
For over 13 years I have provided individual and group psychotherapy to graduate and undergraduate students at the University of Michigan as well as in private practice with adults. I have extensive experience working with clients on a range of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma related issues, and substance use. As an ordained Interfaith Minister, my interests also include spirituality and religious concerns, family of origin issues, sexual orientation concerns, relationship difficulties, and cross-cultural/multicultural issues. I am committed to working with marginalized and underrepresented populations.
![Photo of Tina L Bracey - 6 C's To Success LLC Counseling & Wellness Service, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/500b3d80-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
6 C's To Success LLC Counseling & Wellness Service
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
South Hill, VA 23970
I have a passion for helping others help themselves....overcome obstacles...set goals...boost self-esteem...reduce anger...face addiction...resolve relationship issues...lessen depression and anxiety...alter dysfunctional thinking...select career path... develop parenting & co-parenting skills...improve life skills and social skills.
I have a passion for helping others help themselves....overcome obstacles...set goals...boost self-esteem...reduce anger...face addiction...resolve relationship issues...lessen depression and anxiety...alter dysfunctional thinking...select career path... develop parenting & co-parenting skills...improve life skills and social skills.
![Photo of Lindsey Smiley Dawson, MS, LPC, BC-TMH, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0871699b-8b9d-4d34-be02-d073c86ed345/2/320x400.jpeg)
Lindsey Smiley Dawson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
South Hill, VA 23970
Life can throw us curve balls that cause periods of great stress, anxiety, anger, or depression. If you are dealing with a particularly troubling time, you need to know that there is hope! To get yourself back on the right track, invest in your well-being by inquiring about counseling services. Whether you are dealing with grief or general unhappiness, this caring and compassionate counselor at Southern Virginia Counseling Service, LLC, will provide the helping hand you need to live the life you want. This counselor's clients rely on this counselor to hear them, acknowledge their concerns, and help create a path to a happier future.
Life can throw us curve balls that cause periods of great stress, anxiety, anger, or depression. If you are dealing with a particularly troubling time, you need to know that there is hope! To get yourself back on the right track, invest in your well-being by inquiring about counseling services. Whether you are dealing with grief or general unhappiness, this caring and compassionate counselor at Southern Virginia Counseling Service, LLC, will provide the helping hand you need to live the life you want. This counselor's clients rely on this counselor to hear them, acknowledge their concerns, and help create a path to a happier future.
![Photo of Emma L Short, MS, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/472b1e06-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I have been in the helping profession for over 25 years, working with a wide variety of clients across the life span. I approach clients with an open mind, encouraging them to set their goals and collaborate with me to resolve their problems and issues. I am solution-focused, asking, "what do you need to be the healthiest person you can be? How can I help?" Clients have told me they most appreciate that I listen, do not judge, and provide an empathetic ear. I find clients often have the answer to their issues, but they need help recognizing that answer. Yes, change is hard, but it can be accomplished with faith and work.
I have been in the helping profession for over 25 years, working with a wide variety of clients across the life span. I approach clients with an open mind, encouraging them to set their goals and collaborate with me to resolve their problems and issues. I am solution-focused, asking, "what do you need to be the healthiest person you can be? How can I help?" Clients have told me they most appreciate that I listen, do not judge, and provide an empathetic ear. I find clients often have the answer to their issues, but they need help recognizing that answer. Yes, change is hard, but it can be accomplished with faith and work.
![Photo of Tawanda McPhatter, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/79b186e9-84b7-4a51-91d1-3c697b757392/1/320x400.png)
Hello! My name is Ms. Tawanda McPhatter and I'm a licensed professional counselor. I have been providing therapy for 12 years. I allow my clients a safe space to discuss their issues, concerns, and needs for themselves. I am a very avid listener and I feel that listening is very important when assisting my clients and helps identify their feelings and thoughts on things so that I can identify ways that I can be of assistance in helping to work through and/or address these issues and/or concerns.
Hello! My name is Ms. Tawanda McPhatter and I'm a licensed professional counselor. I have been providing therapy for 12 years. I allow my clients a safe space to discuss their issues, concerns, and needs for themselves. I am a very avid listener and I feel that listening is very important when assisting my clients and helps identify their feelings and thoughts on things so that I can identify ways that I can be of assistance in helping to work through and/or address these issues and/or concerns.
![Photo of Jennifer Bunn, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4631de61-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Jennifer works with adolescents and adults to improve their mental health and overall functioning and has helped clients with a variety of diagnoses and disturbing life experiences. She is skilled at uncovering what is at the root of issues such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, ptsd, etc.. and facilitating effective treatment. While some therapists practice talk therapy only, Jennifer believes in teaching her clients skills that will empower them to make and maintain lasting changes, improving their own quality of life and the lives of future generations of the family.
Jennifer works with adolescents and adults to improve their mental health and overall functioning and has helped clients with a variety of diagnoses and disturbing life experiences. She is skilled at uncovering what is at the root of issues such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, ptsd, etc.. and facilitating effective treatment. While some therapists practice talk therapy only, Jennifer believes in teaching her clients skills that will empower them to make and maintain lasting changes, improving their own quality of life and the lives of future generations of the family.
![Photo of Jacqueline I Barnette - The Rising Development Center, LLC, PsyD, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/7bb7edd5-d536-401b-b007-60cf67051a1d/1/320x400.jpeg)
The Rising Development Center, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD
Verified Verified
South Hill, VA 23970 (Online Only)
Jacqueline Barnette PsyD, LPC My passion is guiding people through stressful experiences and allowing them to live healthier and make better choices in their lives. Throughout my career my focus has always been on helping people, and I have worked at various levels to lift those with special needs, guiding children, teenagers, and adults with disorders such as anxiety, depression, and other mental disorders. I have a Doctorate in Psychology with a specialization in Mental Health Administration, I am also a Licensed Professional Counselor. I help guide individuals from negative thinking to more positive aspects of their lives
Jacqueline Barnette PsyD, LPC My passion is guiding people through stressful experiences and allowing them to live healthier and make better choices in their lives. Throughout my career my focus has always been on helping people, and I have worked at various levels to lift those with special needs, guiding children, teenagers, and adults with disorders such as anxiety, depression, and other mental disorders. I have a Doctorate in Psychology with a specialization in Mental Health Administration, I am also a Licensed Professional Counselor. I help guide individuals from negative thinking to more positive aspects of their lives
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Number of Therapists in 23970
10+
Average cost per session
$112
Therapists in 23970 who prioritize treating:
91% | Depression |
91% | Anxiety |
82% | Self Esteem |
73% | Anger Management |
73% | Coping Skills |
64% | Stress |
55% | Relationship Issues |
Average years in practice
13 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
80% | Aetna |
80% | Cigna and Evernorth |
80% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in 23970 see their clients
73% | In Person and Online | |
27% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
100% | Female |
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How can I find a therapist in 23970?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.