Couples Counseling Therapists in Charlottesville, VA

I provide couple counseling both in person and online. The majority of my clients are ready to continue to grow, both as individuals and in their relationships, but are finding that old patterns might be getting in the way. My goal as a clinician is to balance emotional validation and safety with action-oriented approaches.

Welcome! I am accepting new clients. Whether you’re considering therapy for the first time or returning, finding a provider that you can connect with and develop trust with is important. I work with adolescents, adults and couples to address a range of concerns (e.g. anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, relationships, and addictions). I help clients develop greater self-understanding and better relate in relationships.

I believe we all just want to do, feel and be a little better every day. I use an approach based in kindness, compassion, mindfulness and strength to help you find a way to be better everyday in your life and your relationships. I will help you explore emotional lability, past trauma, feeling stuck, and lack of hope for a better future. Grief, fear and feeling overwhelmed often stops us from being the best we can be. If you want to move towards a better you, I can offer some help

Our team at Strength & Ease Psychotherapy offers couple therapy for folks living in Virginia and DC. Couples come to us with unresolved relationship conflicts, needing reconnection and healing, or support with a breach of trust or longstanding resentment. They may also be seeking help with infertility, birth loss or trauma, postpartum depression or anxiety, parenting issues, grief, or complicated childhood experiences that impact their current relationship. We work together to close the gaps of disconnection, repair the ruptures between you, and create more vulnerability, trust, and emotional and physical intimacy.

I'm Katie, I earned my Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from James Madison University & Eastern Mennonite University respectively. My aim is to create a space where clients feel deeply seen, heard, valued & understood, fostering transformation and healing. I primarily utilize Attachment Theory, examining how interpersonal relationships shape individuals' lives from early childhood to adulthood. I firmly believe in everyone's inherent value, worth, and purpose & I employ play therapy, art therapy, nature immersion & the creation of safe spaces.

Emerging knowledge of mindfulness and neurobiology inform my emotion-focused style of counseling. I approach clients not as diagnoses but as people experiencing disconnection from others and self, who have within them the desire and capability for change. I believe that healing occurs within the safety of a warm therapeutic relationship, in which we make space for compassionately exploring our emotions and meaning-making.

I'm passionate about helping individuals, couples and families heal and experience deeper, more meaningful connections. My work as a counselor has spanned over a decade and through a variety of settings including community-based counseling, outpatient level services, residential care, and crisis support. I have particular interest in working with issues related to foster care and culturally-based trauma. I also have many years experience treating mood-disorders in adolescents.

I provide therapy from the belief that therapy is a collaborative journey in which, together, we identify what gets in the way of life goals. Then we create a vision along with a plan to go from where you are to where you want to be in their life. I have participated in extensive training as a family and couples therapist with over 10 years of practice experience. Families in which one member exhibits the symptoms of ADHD, ADD, oppositional and defiant behaviors, impulsive and violent behaviors, post traumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety, and learning disabilities work well with me.

I specialize in couples (including non-monogamous) and individuals who want to strengthen their relationships with self and others. The skills we will practice in therapy are not about fixing you. You are not broken, even though you may feel that way. Our work together will be about honing the innate resources you already have inside of you and fostering a greater sense of connection and safety. I take a holistic perspective including, but not limited to, how trauma, gender, minority status, ethnicity, socioeconomic position, and religious upbringings affect us.

Your problems may be specific - a challenging relationship, sexual concerns, upsetting memories, or problem behaviors. Or your struggles may be less tangible - feeling lost, detached, or stuck. In my practice, I offer adult and couples therapy for a range of concerns. I specialize in treating sexual dysfunctions, trauma-related issues, relationship concerns, and problem behaviors. I also provide gender & sexual identity affirming care. I deeply enjoy helping individuals feel a greater sense of self-efficacy, confidence, and clarity in their lives.

Marriage and Family Therapist (Resident), Couples/Throuples/Polyamory relationship counselor. Whether it is an immediate crisis or digging deep into old issues, I am happy to be on your team. Whether you seek help with parenting your children or reparenting yourself, I am here to help you down the path toward your more satisfied and peaceful self. I have a huge passion for enhancing relationship evolution, exploring how childhood development influences adult behaviors, and finding the golden nuggets hidden in our discomfort. I also offer integrative therapy for people who use psychedelics.

I believe that therapy is about the journey towards self-discovery and joining that person on a quest to seek out the answers they already have within themselves. The ideal client is a person who is open to learning, determined to self-improve and committed to the therapeutic relationship. My experiences with mental health range from: autism, mood disorders, postpartum depression, lyme disease, suicide ideation, gender identity concerns,personality disorders, chronic pain, trauma, behavioral management, social skills training, parent training, psychosis to substance use.

Finding a therapist who you feel comfortable with and supported by is key to any successful therapy. I work to develop a strong, trusting relationship with every client and design a treatment that is tailored to your needs. I enjoy working with a wide range of people struggling with many different issues, including relationship problems, anxiety, depression, grief, reactions to trauma, and child and adolescent problems, among other difficulties.

I enjoy working with clients ages 16+ who are struggling with relationship distress, trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, and a variety of other issues. My areas of special interest are couple therapy, acceptance-based therapy (ACT), and assessment. I provide psychological testing/assessment for clients ages 6 and up. This includes psychoeducational assessment for accommodations at school.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor specializing in individual, couples and family therapy. Also, I am a Certified Daring Way™ Facilitator (CDWF) based on the research of Dr. Brené Brown. My treatment approach is to provide support with insight and feedback to help clients address current challenges and long-standing issues. With sensitivity and compassion, I draw from different styles and techniques to incorporate what is most helpful for each individual. Together with each client, I work to build on strengths and achieve life goals.

Hey there! I'm MacKenzie Dressing, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). Feel free to call me MacKenzie, Kenzie, or simply Mac, like my family does. With over 5 years in the mental health field, I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, communication issues, and relationship difficulties. I'm excited to assist you on your journey!

Hello! I am a Resident in Counseling under the supervision of Kathleen Van Allen, LPC dedicated to providing compassionate and effective therapy to individuals, couples, and families seeking support for a wide range of mental health concerns. With training in EMDR, IFS (parts work), and attachment therapy, I bring a holistic and integrative approach to our work together. My goal is to empower you to understand your inner world, heal from past wounds, and build stronger, healthier connections with yourself and others. I believe in the resilience of the human spirit and am dedicated to supporting you every step of the way.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been in the mental health private practice industry since 1998 and licensed since 2000. I provide psychotherapy to adults to help them achieve personal growth, balance, and wellness. I have spent much of my experience working with adolescents and adults. My approach to therapy is primarily cognitive-behavioral emphasizing solution-focused therapy. I include clients in the development of personalized treatment plans and will use a holistic approach, which means I may use different methods to help you meet your goals including reality therapy, family systems therapy and homework.

Accepting new clients & offering sliding scale! I have experience working with teens, young adults, and couples in NYC and Charlottesville, VA. My therapeutic style is warm, non-judgmental, and collaborative, emphasizing the importance of building a strong therapeutic alliance based on trust and mutual respect.