CareFirst Therapists in Arcola, VA
Today you are you, that is truer than true. There is no one alive who is Youer than You. "“ Dr. Seuss Since the beginning of her career in 1997, Cheryl has been passionately dedicated to treating clients with mental and/or health and substance abuse concerns, and has been supervising both Residents in Counseling and fully licensed clinicians since March 2015 (Cheryl is an approved supervisor in the State of Virginia).
Today you are you, that is truer than true. There is no one alive who is Youer than You. "“ Dr. Seuss Since the beginning of her career in 1997, Cheryl has been passionately dedicated to treating clients with mental and/or health and substance abuse concerns, and has been supervising both Residents in Counseling and fully licensed clinicians since March 2015 (Cheryl is an approved supervisor in the State of Virginia).
With over 25 years of experience, Kristin Hellauer, LCSW, has worked in a variety of settings, including private practice, medical social work and community mental health. Some of Kristin's areas of professional interest include providing support through life transitions, anxiety and depression, blended family issues, grief and loss, trauma and helping to manage the stress of medical illnesses and mental health issues. Providing her patients a safe and nonjudgmental space, to talk about whatever is important to them, is a priority to Kristin.
With over 25 years of experience, Kristin Hellauer, LCSW, has worked in a variety of settings, including private practice, medical social work and community mental health. Some of Kristin's areas of professional interest include providing support through life transitions, anxiety and depression, blended family issues, grief and loss, trauma and helping to manage the stress of medical illnesses and mental health issues. Providing her patients a safe and nonjudgmental space, to talk about whatever is important to them, is a priority to Kristin.
Originally from Toronto, Ontario, Canada; she attended Ryerson University, graduating in 1985 with a B.A. in Photographic Arts before moving to the United States in 1990. While raising her son in Richmond, Virginia; she worked in the photographic industry until 1998 when she moved with him to the Adirondacks and co-founded a spiritual retreat center with a Cherokee Medicine Woman and Shaman. In 2003 at the age of forty-three, she returned to school and received a Master's degree in Psychology from Marist
Originally from Toronto, Ontario, Canada; she attended Ryerson University, graduating in 1985 with a B.A. in Photographic Arts before moving to the United States in 1990. While raising her son in Richmond, Virginia; she worked in the photographic industry until 1998 when she moved with him to the Adirondacks and co-founded a spiritual retreat center with a Cherokee Medicine Woman and Shaman. In 2003 at the age of forty-three, she returned to school and received a Master's degree in Psychology from Marist
Overall wellbeing is my passion! I've spent my entire professional career seeking the best path to mind and body wellness. Since graduating from Springfield College in 2008, I've worked in the private insurance sector, moving to community mental health & eventually settling into private practice. Earning several credentials & traveling all over the world has allowed me to gain the insight & skills I am passionate about sharing with others in order to improve quality of life. I look forward to taking the ride with you on YOUR journey to overall wellbeing.
Overall wellbeing is my passion! I've spent my entire professional career seeking the best path to mind and body wellness. Since graduating from Springfield College in 2008, I've worked in the private insurance sector, moving to community mental health & eventually settling into private practice. Earning several credentials & traveling all over the world has allowed me to gain the insight & skills I am passionate about sharing with others in order to improve quality of life. I look forward to taking the ride with you on YOUR journey to overall wellbeing.
Emotional distress can be something common in our lives, but there is one point or another, you might feel like things are getting out of hand. This is when you need some extra professional help, and I am here for you whenever that would be. My great passion is bringing hope and healing to people who have been through difficult times. I help my clients to develop skills, navigate life challenges, explore self perceptions, and improve mental well-beings. I hold a M. A in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from George Washington University and B. S in Applied Psychology.
Emotional distress can be something common in our lives, but there is one point or another, you might feel like things are getting out of hand. This is when you need some extra professional help, and I am here for you whenever that would be. My great passion is bringing hope and healing to people who have been through difficult times. I help my clients to develop skills, navigate life challenges, explore self perceptions, and improve mental well-beings. I hold a M. A in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from George Washington University and B. S in Applied Psychology.
Lifebulb Counseling & Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Arcola, VA 22010
Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.
Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.
She is a licensed clinical social worker in the State of Virginia and has 25+ years of experience. Her expertise includes working with patients post suicide attempts, trauma survivors (combat and/or interpersonal trauma), and in cognitive behavioral and solution-focused therapy. She started a company with her daughters to create a higher-level impact of trauma survivors globally. Her daughters help design journals, edit blog posts, assist with photography, and social media. She provides coaching and
She is a licensed clinical social worker in the State of Virginia and has 25+ years of experience. Her expertise includes working with patients post suicide attempts, trauma survivors (combat and/or interpersonal trauma), and in cognitive behavioral and solution-focused therapy. She started a company with her daughters to create a higher-level impact of trauma survivors globally. Her daughters help design journals, edit blog posts, assist with photography, and social media. She provides coaching and
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Victoria Scott is a Licensed Professional Counselor, who has been practicing for over 5 years in the state of Virginia. She graduated with a Master of Education degree in Marriage and Family Counseling from East Tennessee State University. Victoria's background in Family Systems Therapy allows her to provide therapy to both individuals, couples, and families.
Victoria Scott is a Licensed Professional Counselor, who has been practicing for over 5 years in the state of Virginia. She graduated with a Master of Education degree in Marriage and Family Counseling from East Tennessee State University. Victoria's background in Family Systems Therapy allows her to provide therapy to both individuals, couples, and families.
Welcome! My name is Robin Beck and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I will work with individuals, couples, and families experiencing depression, anxiety, bipolar, trauma, PTSD, substance use as a comorbid issue, ADHD, adjustment disorder, anger management, behavioral issues, and relational issues. I specialize in CBT, DBT, person-centered, positive psychology, solution-focused, existential, and trauma-informed therapy when working with clients. I believe once the root of the problem is discovered, we can process it and find positive strategies to heal through the painful core issue.
Welcome! My name is Robin Beck and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I will work with individuals, couples, and families experiencing depression, anxiety, bipolar, trauma, PTSD, substance use as a comorbid issue, ADHD, adjustment disorder, anger management, behavioral issues, and relational issues. I specialize in CBT, DBT, person-centered, positive psychology, solution-focused, existential, and trauma-informed therapy when working with clients. I believe once the root of the problem is discovered, we can process it and find positive strategies to heal through the painful core issue.
Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.
Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.
Shafinah Samsudin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSAC, CSOTP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sterling, VA 20166
It can be challenging and stressful to find a therapist and share your feelings with a stranger. I am committed to helping you be comfortable and validate your feelings to make this process easier. In my approach, I would like to explore the root of the problem and help you towards personal growth and healing. My focus would be to help you make healthy decisions through a new mindset which will help restore balance and freedom in your life.
It can be challenging and stressful to find a therapist and share your feelings with a stranger. I am committed to helping you be comfortable and validate your feelings to make this process easier. In my approach, I would like to explore the root of the problem and help you towards personal growth and healing. My focus would be to help you make healthy decisions through a new mindset which will help restore balance and freedom in your life.
Most of us seek therapy in search of happiness; we know it exists, but we can't seem to get there. I provide honest, straightforward feedback because your time is valuable. While therapy is validating and supportive, meaningful change requires moving beyond comfort zones. My expertise is working with couples and adult individuals. I specialize in helping people heal trauma, gain insight, strengthen self-awareness, correct problem patterns, and develop personal agency. As a licensed marriage and family therapist since 1995, I know the importance of healthy relationships with ourselves and others. Working with people is my passion.
Most of us seek therapy in search of happiness; we know it exists, but we can't seem to get there. I provide honest, straightforward feedback because your time is valuable. While therapy is validating and supportive, meaningful change requires moving beyond comfort zones. My expertise is working with couples and adult individuals. I specialize in helping people heal trauma, gain insight, strengthen self-awareness, correct problem patterns, and develop personal agency. As a licensed marriage and family therapist since 1995, I know the importance of healthy relationships with ourselves and others. Working with people is my passion.
I work with teens age 16+ and adults who are experiencing struggles with depression and anxiety, as well as challenges with alcohol, weed, medication misuse and other substances. I also help those who are impacted by the use of substances by someone they love. My work includes helping people struggling with their biggest parenting challenges and life transitions. I've worked alongside teens, adults and families recovering from substance abuse, addiction and mental health issues for 17+ years. I do collaborative work to help others find peace and healing.
I work with teens age 16+ and adults who are experiencing struggles with depression and anxiety, as well as challenges with alcohol, weed, medication misuse and other substances. I also help those who are impacted by the use of substances by someone they love. My work includes helping people struggling with their biggest parenting challenges and life transitions. I've worked alongside teens, adults and families recovering from substance abuse, addiction and mental health issues for 17+ years. I do collaborative work to help others find peace and healing.
Wendy W. Coates is a licensed marriage and family therapist who graduated from the University of California, Irvine, and the University of San Francisco. Wendy began her career in the juvenile justice system providing individual and group therapy to high-risk families. This setting was the foundation for her focus on treating domestic abuse, anger management, and trauma recovery. While living in California, she also worked as a psychiatric social worker providing acute in-patient treatment to individuals with mental illness, and as a family reunification therapist with Child Protective Services.
Wendy W. Coates is a licensed marriage and family therapist who graduated from the University of California, Irvine, and the University of San Francisco. Wendy began her career in the juvenile justice system providing individual and group therapy to high-risk families. This setting was the foundation for her focus on treating domestic abuse, anger management, and trauma recovery. While living in California, she also worked as a psychiatric social worker providing acute in-patient treatment to individuals with mental illness, and as a family reunification therapist with Child Protective Services.
Life is hitting you hard right now and you're stuck. Maybe you feel alone. Maybe you struggle doing what you need or want to get done. Maybe you struggle with the way your mind works. Or just maybe you feel like there's not much meaning in your life. My name is Michael Sheffield and alongside obtaining my Master's degree, I have been working as a counselor with people for 4 years. My life and training are lent towards working with people experiencing depressed mood, anxiety, overactive/judgemental minds, relationship stress, pessimism, trauma, sleep disturbance, OCD, uncontrolled anger/mood, workaholism, and chronic pain.
Life is hitting you hard right now and you're stuck. Maybe you feel alone. Maybe you struggle doing what you need or want to get done. Maybe you struggle with the way your mind works. Or just maybe you feel like there's not much meaning in your life. My name is Michael Sheffield and alongside obtaining my Master's degree, I have been working as a counselor with people for 4 years. My life and training are lent towards working with people experiencing depressed mood, anxiety, overactive/judgemental minds, relationship stress, pessimism, trauma, sleep disturbance, OCD, uncontrolled anger/mood, workaholism, and chronic pain.
Dr. Nowell believes therapy should be an empathetic, flexible process designed to meet the needs of the client. Therefore, she tends to focus on relationship issues, family dynamics, and coping mechanisms while attempting to reveal the personal strengths that lead to successful life engagement. Concerned with immediate relief but also focused on deeper change, Dr. Nowell works in short and long term interventions in order to increase functional capacities and address personality dynamics. Most recently, Dr. Nowell takes a trauma informed approach. At times, she uses EMDR and Ego State therapy techniques.
Dr. Nowell believes therapy should be an empathetic, flexible process designed to meet the needs of the client. Therefore, she tends to focus on relationship issues, family dynamics, and coping mechanisms while attempting to reveal the personal strengths that lead to successful life engagement. Concerned with immediate relief but also focused on deeper change, Dr. Nowell works in short and long term interventions in order to increase functional capacities and address personality dynamics. Most recently, Dr. Nowell takes a trauma informed approach. At times, she uses EMDR and Ego State therapy techniques.
Hello, my name is Rachel Biesemeyer, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have experience working with children, adolescents and adults from all walks of life. My approach to therapy is founded on building a solid therapeutic relationship and integrating coping skills that are practical and helpful with life's struggles. My client focus ranges from children, adolescents to adults from all walks of life. I have treated individuals with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/shame, mood disorders, ADHD, and ODD.
Hello, my name is Rachel Biesemeyer, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have experience working with children, adolescents and adults from all walks of life. My approach to therapy is founded on building a solid therapeutic relationship and integrating coping skills that are practical and helpful with life's struggles. My client focus ranges from children, adolescents to adults from all walks of life. I have treated individuals with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/shame, mood disorders, ADHD, and ODD.
I've had extensive experience working with college and career age women, young mothers, adolescents and their parents, as well as those affected by addictions. I truly believe it is my calling to be in this field and it is my life experiences that have given me a compassion and empathy to walk alongside those who are struggling, offering direction and support by using my professional knowledge and skills.
I've had extensive experience working with college and career age women, young mothers, adolescents and their parents, as well as those affected by addictions. I truly believe it is my calling to be in this field and it is my life experiences that have given me a compassion and empathy to walk alongside those who are struggling, offering direction and support by using my professional knowledge and skills.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the commonwealth of Virginia, I have 15 years experience partnering with adults, children, couples, and families, seeking help with adjusting to life transitions, depression, anxiety, relationship issues and long lasting mental health challenges. I completed my Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. I value a person-centered, collaborative and integrative approach to treatment.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the commonwealth of Virginia, I have 15 years experience partnering with adults, children, couples, and families, seeking help with adjusting to life transitions, depression, anxiety, relationship issues and long lasting mental health challenges. I completed my Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. I value a person-centered, collaborative and integrative approach to treatment.
Teen Groups Open for Registration! Accepting new clients! I have over 16 years of clinical experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship problems, and divorce struggles. I'm relaxed and easy to talk to and ask thought-provoking questions that helps you think through issues without being judgmental. Helping people is my passion and I enjoy seeing clients feel better. It's hard to know where to set boundaries, as 'helping' those we love can often hinder their growth. Do we let go or is that a cop-out? I can help you take small steps towards effective changes.
Teen Groups Open for Registration! Accepting new clients! I have over 16 years of clinical experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship problems, and divorce struggles. I'm relaxed and easy to talk to and ask thought-provoking questions that helps you think through issues without being judgmental. Helping people is my passion and I enjoy seeing clients feel better. It's hard to know where to set boundaries, as 'helping' those we love can often hinder their growth. Do we let go or is that a cop-out? I can help you take small steps towards effective changes.
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