Family Systems Therapists in Chesapeake, VA

Working in the mental health field for 20 years has been a joyous journey for me. I am always awed at the power and value of the human spirit that facilitate change and healing. I celebrate every step of courage to face life's challenges and "choose joy". I have also learned that incorporating concepts borrowed from the family systems theory and personality theory create greater depth into one's practice of insight into daily life functioning. I am a trauma-informed and strengths-based counselor. I utilize cognitive-behavioral techniques, focusing on my clients' self-concept, goals, and resilience. I support personal responsibility as a modality for change. I would be honored to share a season in your life journey towards your healing and development.

I am a Resident in Counseling who specializes in helping clients of all ages to help clients handle past and current trauma, life-altering events, and daily struggles. Working together with the client to achieve their goals and find enjoyment in daily life. I like to help the client realize their potential and achieve a feeling of fulfillment in their lives.

Learning to give yourself grace, accept the perfect imperfections that make us human, and balance relationships and responsibilities has it's challenges. Every experience in the lifespan has influenced who we have become, how we react to situations, and how we connect with others. The motivation to grow and learn, to feel and communicate is what I am looking for when we work together. Through counseling, we will identify and model healthy communication, reflect and process important events, and empower you to grow and heal from whatever may be holding you back from authenticity and connection in your life and relationships.

A therapeutic conversation is often helpful in sorting things out, gaining a fresh perspective, reviving hope, and getting back on track. As your counselor, I am committed to providing you with a confidential and supportive therapeutic environment to enable you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences, to tap into your own unique strengths and natural resiliency, and to feel empowered to make meaningful changes that allow you to live your uniquely purposeful and satisfying life.

Kimberly Green is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (LPC, CSAC) in the state of Virginia with over 18 years of experience working in a variety of settings with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families, and veterans. Kimberly earned her Master's degree in Counseling from Norfolk State University and specializes in cognitive behavioral (CBT), behavior modification, client-centered, rational-emotive, family systems (FST), and brief solution-focused therapies (BSFT).

Tedra is a master-level Clinical Social Worker at Thriveworks under licensed supervision. She holds over 5 years of experience across various roles within the human services field. In her career, she’s worked primarily with female clients with generalized/social anxiety, depression, ADD/ADHD, adjustment difficulties, childhood trauma, sexual trauma, low self-esteem, strained parent-child relationships, exposure to narcissistic abuse, and transitions to adulthood. Tedra earned her dual Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Human Services from Old Dominion University and her Master of Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University.

As a trauma therapist (EMDR) and a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, (CSAT), I focus on both individual work and repairing broken relationships related to the impact of addiction and trauma. I have studied extensively with Pia Mellody since 1999, honing the skills necessary to work on trauma, codependency, love addiction and developmental immaturity. This groundbreaking work assists people who are either in recovery, have relationship issues or who just want to enhance the quality of their lives.

Are you experiencing stress that is impacting your life? Are your relationships struggling? I believe in the importance of creating and maintaining healthy and fulfilling relationships through my work with children, adolescents, families and couples to achieve the relationships they desire. Most of the time things happen and we manage fine, but sometimes things happen that throw us for a loop and we need some additional support. Using Cognitive-Behavior Therapy (thoughts and behaviors), Family Systems Therapy, and Play Therapy as appropriate, I help individuals and families identify and use their strengths to facilitate their goals for growth and change.

Hello! I’m Lauren Malpass, a dedicated resident counselor committed to tailoring counseling services to suit your unique needs. Whether you're an individual, a couple, or a family, I provide empathetic and compassionate therapy across all age groups right here in Hampton Roads, VA. I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches including person-centered, attachment theory, and family systems theory.

Hi, I am a resident in counseling with a passion for working with clients who are dealing with depression, anxiety, suicidal ideations, and men’s issues. I work with all ages however my area of focus is teens and adults. While those are my primary specialties and population my clinical experiences also include working with ADHD, emotional eating, material conflicts, grief and trauma.

I believe most of us have an innate desire to be heard; to be seen as we are. We are hard-wired for connection. Achieving a healthy sense of self is fundamental to authentic and wholesome relationships. Feeling valued is essential in the healing process. When entering counseling, a person is looking for a change in their life. It is essential as a therapist, to hear the needs and desires expressed. Establishing trust and authenticity is foundational to beginning a healing journey. A big part of my role is to provide truth with honesty and compassion. Truth shared in a safe space acts as a powerful tool to promoting insight.

Teleios Behavioral Health is a growing behavioral health practice for children, adolescents, and families. Dr. Walker has been in private practice in Virginia since 2011. We provide evidence based therapy and assessment for children, teens, and families. As of May of 2024, we are accepting new patients, primarily at our new Chesapeake office.

My passion is working to help children and their families who are struggling with conflict, emotional/ behavioral problems, and trauma. It is my pleasure to help my clients learn about themselves and discover their own personal and family strengths through engaging and interactive therapy. I use a variety of tools in session, including play/ drama, music, art, and sand tray to help individuals express themselves. Being a child, teenager, or caregiver is hard! I can provide the knowledge and tools to help my clients learn how to overcome life's challenges by channeling their own personal strengths.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the darkness that overshadows your life? Maybe it is due to negative experiences or a past you cannot let go. Owning your story can be challenging but running from it can lead to results that are even more devastating. Mental health, varying crisis and substance abuse are common in today’s society, and many people benefit from talking with a mental health therapist. Often, our negative thoughts, patterns and persistent habits are what causes anxiety, depression, increased stress and other issues. As your therapist, I would work with you to develop goals that fit your needs and provide support.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) in the state of Virgnia. I provide individual, couples, and family telehealth counseling services. Outpatient service offered can address mental health concerns to include depression, anxiety, behavior problems, life transitions and grief. I provide treatment services for adolescents, young adults, and families using an eclectic approach based on the unique needs of each individual.

Empowerment Counseling Center (ECC) is an outpatient mental health treatment facility that serves individuals and families with coping with everyday stressors as well as unresolved traumas they may have experienced. ECC was formed in 2013 by a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience whom saw a growing need to aid individuals in restoring balance to their overwhelming life.

Are you feeling overextended, unsupported and weighed down by life? Do you feel lost, sad or hopeless? Have you been trying to manage your life, feel competent in your role as a parent, have healthy relationships but feel like you're failing? I am honored that you're considering me to be your therapist. If we work together you will have a safe place to process what you're dealing with, feel supported and understood. You will explore your story, learn new skills and determine what works for you. You will make sense of your relationships and transitions.

I am pleased to be able to provide telehealth services. I'm an LCSW that has been working in the mental health field for 20 years. During that time, I have developed a passion for helping individuals and families understand, confront, and overcome psychological challenges they may face. I feel honored and take seriously the opportunity to serve people in this way.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Provider, my goal is to assist you in enhancing your overall ability to cope with stressors, increase self-awareness, and enhance resiliency. By utilizing an integrated approach we will work together as I aide you in establishing and maintaining relationships, utilizing refusal and coping skills in an effort to elicit behavioral change. "The secret to change is to focus all of your energy, not on fighting the old, but on building the new". -Dan Millman