Family Systems Therapists in Chester, VA
My name is Jasmine Ricks, and I am a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist working with individuals in Virginia and Texas via telehealth. I work with adults specializing in relationships, self-worth, anxiety, stress, and transitions utlizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy and Family Systems to support clients. Some of the areas I help with include managing stress, coping with life transitions, communication, boundaries, acceptance, self worth, self love, self care, people pleasing, codependency, impostor syndrome, trauma, relationships challenges, work life stress, anxiety.
My name is Jasmine Ricks, and I am a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist working with individuals in Virginia and Texas via telehealth. I work with adults specializing in relationships, self-worth, anxiety, stress, and transitions utlizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy and Family Systems to support clients. Some of the areas I help with include managing stress, coping with life transitions, communication, boundaries, acceptance, self worth, self love, self care, people pleasing, codependency, impostor syndrome, trauma, relationships challenges, work life stress, anxiety.
I have extensive training and experience in a variety of therapeutic orientations, including family systems and cognitive-behavioral interventions.
Does life feel overwhelming and stressful? The good news is that therapy can help you better understand your unique life challenges as well as develop new, empowering perspectives and mindsets. I use findings from exciting research in neuroscience and mindfulness to help us customize powerful tools to help you feel better. I am passionate about working with my clients to help them develop life skills such as mindfulness, self-calming strategies, accurate beliefs about themselves and others and the courage to risk new behaviors. If you are ready to make a change, I would love to hear from you.
I have extensive training and experience in a variety of therapeutic orientations, including family systems and cognitive-behavioral interventions.
Does life feel overwhelming and stressful? The good news is that therapy can help you better understand your unique life challenges as well as develop new, empowering perspectives and mindsets. I use findings from exciting research in neuroscience and mindfulness to help us customize powerful tools to help you feel better. I am passionate about working with my clients to help them develop life skills such as mindfulness, self-calming strategies, accurate beliefs about themselves and others and the courage to risk new behaviors. If you are ready to make a change, I would love to hear from you.
Finding someone to share your experiences with, whom you can trust is an important step in your journey. I believe challenging times and experiences offer you the greatest potential to create the life you have wanted and dreamt of. While reaching out for help is often the first and most difficult steps to initiating change in our lives and moving toward wholeness, I am so glad that you are here! I have worked with clients experiencing a wide range of struggles including depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, relationship issues, grief and loss, career challenges, marital problems, trauma, secuality, PTSD and personality disorders.
Finding someone to share your experiences with, whom you can trust is an important step in your journey. I believe challenging times and experiences offer you the greatest potential to create the life you have wanted and dreamt of. While reaching out for help is often the first and most difficult steps to initiating change in our lives and moving toward wholeness, I am so glad that you are here! I have worked with clients experiencing a wide range of struggles including depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, relationship issues, grief and loss, career challenges, marital problems, trauma, secuality, PTSD and personality disorders.
Paula Cales
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAT, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Chester, VA 23831 (Online Only)
IC Wellness is offering virtual sessions ( in Virginia and Florida) only in a safe place where you will find enlightenment and draw upon your inner resources and strengths to produce mental health and awareness. The goal is to provide a comfortable, supportive environment upon which a strong clinical relationship can be built. It is my belief that through this partnership, clients are best able to draw on their individual strengths and capabilities.
IC Wellness is offering virtual sessions ( in Virginia and Florida) only in a safe place where you will find enlightenment and draw upon your inner resources and strengths to produce mental health and awareness. The goal is to provide a comfortable, supportive environment upon which a strong clinical relationship can be built. It is my belief that through this partnership, clients are best able to draw on their individual strengths and capabilities.
Deborah Lorey Scian Therapist Supervisee In Social Work
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, BCPA
Verified Verified
Chester, VA 23831
Are you stressed? Overwhelmed? Exhausted? Worried about your kids or struggling with work and personal relationships? Let's bring together mind, body, spirit to explore, build and maintain a Life You Love. Judgement-free empowering solutions, techniques and talk therapy to thrive in our complex modern world.
Are you stressed? Overwhelmed? Exhausted? Worried about your kids or struggling with work and personal relationships? Let's bring together mind, body, spirit to explore, build and maintain a Life You Love. Judgement-free empowering solutions, techniques and talk therapy to thrive in our complex modern world.
Trina Noble-McInnis
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Chester, VA 23831 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor, providing over 25 years of therapeutic practice to all populations. I am a native of New York, currently residing in Virginia for over 25 years. I hold a BS & MS in psych. For the last 10 years I have counseled service members of all branches of the military, their spouses and dependents. I have an extensive work history providing clinical services to the inmate, probation and parole population as well as the LBGTQ community. I specialize in marriage, couples and family therapy utilizing a family system, cognitive behavioral and humanistic approach.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor, providing over 25 years of therapeutic practice to all populations. I am a native of New York, currently residing in Virginia for over 25 years. I hold a BS & MS in psych. For the last 10 years I have counseled service members of all branches of the military, their spouses and dependents. I have an extensive work history providing clinical services to the inmate, probation and parole population as well as the LBGTQ community. I specialize in marriage, couples and family therapy utilizing a family system, cognitive behavioral and humanistic approach.
Shanta Clay
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chester, VA 23836 (Online Only)
I know this might be scary to be vulnerable with a stranger but I'm proud of you for deciding to put yourself first and focus on your needs. I'm proud of you for taking this next step. If you're looking for help or direction look no further, I'm here to assist you. You're not alone I'm here to walk with you through this journal in your life. Please know that WE all have struggles that we must overcome. I've worked with many types of clients from couples, to children, to teens, military and adults. Remember change is scary but sometimes needed to achieve your goals.
I know this might be scary to be vulnerable with a stranger but I'm proud of you for deciding to put yourself first and focus on your needs. I'm proud of you for taking this next step. If you're looking for help or direction look no further, I'm here to assist you. You're not alone I'm here to walk with you through this journal in your life. Please know that WE all have struggles that we must overcome. I've worked with many types of clients from couples, to children, to teens, military and adults. Remember change is scary but sometimes needed to achieve your goals.
Jessica R Belk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chester, VA 23836
Welcome! Taking steps to recovery and/or continued wellness is a brave act! Congratulations on never giving up! I always say that finding the right therapist to help you along your journey is like finding a good pair of shoes. Let’s see if this is a good fit for you; if not, keep looking until you find the right fit! There is always hope even when you can’t see it!
Welcome! Taking steps to recovery and/or continued wellness is a brave act! Congratulations on never giving up! I always say that finding the right therapist to help you along your journey is like finding a good pair of shoes. Let’s see if this is a good fit for you; if not, keep looking until you find the right fit! There is always hope even when you can’t see it!
The Obsidian Therapy Group specializes in serving children, adults and families who either are on Medicaid, are ineligible for state-funded services, or do not have adequate insurance coverage or the financial resources to pay for counseling through the private sector. We especially welcome multicultural populations and specialize in concerns of people of color. Our counseling is oriented toward insight and behavioral change. Our goal is to help clients experience more peace of mind, improve relationships and self-esteem, and find positive approaches and solutions to dealing with life and mental health challenges.
The Obsidian Therapy Group specializes in serving children, adults and families who either are on Medicaid, are ineligible for state-funded services, or do not have adequate insurance coverage or the financial resources to pay for counseling through the private sector. We especially welcome multicultural populations and specialize in concerns of people of color. Our counseling is oriented toward insight and behavioral change. Our goal is to help clients experience more peace of mind, improve relationships and self-esteem, and find positive approaches and solutions to dealing with life and mental health challenges.
Tamra Duke
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, NCC, CCTP, ACS
Verified Verified
Chester, VA 23831 (Online Only)
Congratulations on taking the steps necessary to unlock your happiness and achieve overall wellness. Finding the right therapist to help you navigate through your struggles is essential. Interpersonal/Relational issues, Anxiety, depression, grief/loss and unresolved trauma can create stress that prohibits you from being "your best self". I can help you to develop effective coping, problem solving and communication skills; improving your overall functioning and quality of life.
Congratulations on taking the steps necessary to unlock your happiness and achieve overall wellness. Finding the right therapist to help you navigate through your struggles is essential. Interpersonal/Relational issues, Anxiety, depression, grief/loss and unresolved trauma can create stress that prohibits you from being "your best self". I can help you to develop effective coping, problem solving and communication skills; improving your overall functioning and quality of life.
True Connections Counseling & Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
Chester, VA 23831 (Online Only)
Currently NOT Accepting New Clients...Are you feeling stuck, unmotivated, or confused? Are you an individual who wants it all and does it all but rarely asks for help with any of it? Maybe life’s circumstances are causing you to feel overwhelmed, anxious, or inadequate. At times, it may be difficult to find the right words to describe what you are feeling and may need some clarity. If you feel this way and are ready for change, you don't have to go through this alone. In our sessions, you are provided a safe space where you can remove your "superhero” cape and be supported through the journey of self-awareness and positive change.
Currently NOT Accepting New Clients...Are you feeling stuck, unmotivated, or confused? Are you an individual who wants it all and does it all but rarely asks for help with any of it? Maybe life’s circumstances are causing you to feel overwhelmed, anxious, or inadequate. At times, it may be difficult to find the right words to describe what you are feeling and may need some clarity. If you feel this way and are ready for change, you don't have to go through this alone. In our sessions, you are provided a safe space where you can remove your "superhero” cape and be supported through the journey of self-awareness and positive change.
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Open Doors to Redefining
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Chester, VA 23831 (Online Only)
Dr. Mitchell is a Board Approved Clinical Supervisor, a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia, a Certified Addictions-Informed Mental Health Professional, and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional with over 10 years of experience partnering with children, adolescents, adults, and families. With 10 years of experience, Dr. Mitchell’s expertise includes Trauma-related disorders and symptoms, Depression, Anxiety, Anger Management, Domestic Violence, Career and Phase of life changes, Grief and Loss, Life Stressors, Personality Disorders, Substance Abuse Disorders, and self-esteem-building skills.
Dr. Mitchell is a Board Approved Clinical Supervisor, a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia, a Certified Addictions-Informed Mental Health Professional, and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional with over 10 years of experience partnering with children, adolescents, adults, and families. With 10 years of experience, Dr. Mitchell’s expertise includes Trauma-related disorders and symptoms, Depression, Anxiety, Anger Management, Domestic Violence, Career and Phase of life changes, Grief and Loss, Life Stressors, Personality Disorders, Substance Abuse Disorders, and self-esteem-building skills.
I am Carl Brown, a Resident in Counseling who has been working in the mental health field for over 20 years. I have experience working with a seriously mentally ill population (SMI), including adults, children, and families who have experienced trauma, various mental health diagnoses, and legal and socioeconomic concerns. My professional career began with the District 19 Community Services Board (CSB) as a qualified mental health professional working in the Psychosocial Rehabilitation Day Program, where I was primarily responsible for training and developing individuals with serious mental illness on independent living skills.
I am Carl Brown, a Resident in Counseling who has been working in the mental health field for over 20 years. I have experience working with a seriously mentally ill population (SMI), including adults, children, and families who have experienced trauma, various mental health diagnoses, and legal and socioeconomic concerns. My professional career began with the District 19 Community Services Board (CSB) as a qualified mental health professional working in the Psychosocial Rehabilitation Day Program, where I was primarily responsible for training and developing individuals with serious mental illness on independent living skills.
Ann Abell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Play Therapist with more than 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, young adults and their families to private practice from previous clinical settings that include residential treatment, community based services and educational settings. She specializes in working with clients seeking to address their experiences with Trauma, Attachment and Relationship Patterns, Depression, Anxiety, Neuro-diversity, and Self-Esteem. Ann also has experience work with families working with the foster care system and the adoption process. Ann is LGBTQIA+ affirming.
Ann Abell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Play Therapist with more than 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, young adults and their families to private practice from previous clinical settings that include residential treatment, community based services and educational settings. She specializes in working with clients seeking to address their experiences with Trauma, Attachment and Relationship Patterns, Depression, Anxiety, Neuro-diversity, and Self-Esteem. Ann also has experience work with families working with the foster care system and the adoption process. Ann is LGBTQIA+ affirming.
Daryl Simmons
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chester, VA 23831 (Online Only)
My name is Daryl Simmons. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, offering (virtual) individual and family therapy in the Richmond and Tri-Cities area. I specialize in a variety of emotional and behavioral issues including generalized anxiety, depression, life transitions, family conflict, stress management, and performance or sports-related anxiety. I work primarily with Millennials, Gen-Z, and student/professional-athletes. I am passionate about reducing the stigma associated with mental health in the African-American community and creating spaces for intergenerational healing.
My name is Daryl Simmons. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, offering (virtual) individual and family therapy in the Richmond and Tri-Cities area. I specialize in a variety of emotional and behavioral issues including generalized anxiety, depression, life transitions, family conflict, stress management, and performance or sports-related anxiety. I work primarily with Millennials, Gen-Z, and student/professional-athletes. I am passionate about reducing the stigma associated with mental health in the African-American community and creating spaces for intergenerational healing.
Elizabeth A. Hall Resident In Marriage And Family Therapy
Resident in Counseling, MA, NCC, CHT, QMHP, A/C
Verified Verified
Chester, VA 23831
Welcome to counseling! Elizabeth is a Resident in Counseling and a Resident in Marriage and Family Therapy. You made the wise decision to prioritize your mental health and well-being. Simply put, I believe that a person-centered approach is essential in any therapeutic relationship. I see you and respect your autonomy. Because we are not all the same, I will work collaboratively with you to discover the best method of treatment that will meet your specific needs. Working with others has taught me that treating difficulties from a holistic approach works best because it emphasizes the mind, body, and spirit connection.
Welcome to counseling! Elizabeth is a Resident in Counseling and a Resident in Marriage and Family Therapy. You made the wise decision to prioritize your mental health and well-being. Simply put, I believe that a person-centered approach is essential in any therapeutic relationship. I see you and respect your autonomy. Because we are not all the same, I will work collaboratively with you to discover the best method of treatment that will meet your specific needs. Working with others has taught me that treating difficulties from a holistic approach works best because it emphasizes the mind, body, and spirit connection.
Jericia Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, BSW, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chester, VA 23831
Are you struggling to manage the stresses of life or feeling overwhelmed with responsibilities? Do you feel stuck, have trouble sleeping, managing your weight, or being plagued with worry thoughts? Are you grieving a loss and struggling to cope? Are people in your life encouraging you to "talk to someone"? Consider individual or couples, counseling to help you get renewed and refocused on your life plan. Please reach out so we can discuss how I can be an effective companion on your healing journey. Your well-being is my priority, and I am here to support you in achieving a balanced and fulfilling life.
Are you struggling to manage the stresses of life or feeling overwhelmed with responsibilities? Do you feel stuck, have trouble sleeping, managing your weight, or being plagued with worry thoughts? Are you grieving a loss and struggling to cope? Are people in your life encouraging you to "talk to someone"? Consider individual or couples, counseling to help you get renewed and refocused on your life plan. Please reach out so we can discuss how I can be an effective companion on your healing journey. Your well-being is my priority, and I am here to support you in achieving a balanced and fulfilling life.
Scott Thomas Gilchrist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCATP, CAMS II, CCTP, ADHD-CC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chester, VA 23836
I am an LCSW, and I have been working for over 30 years with Adults, children and families who have issues with trauma, anxiety, anger management, couples counseling, addictions, ADHD treatment and assessments and issues related to breaking up families. I am a certified Anger Management Specialist, I'm trained in neurofeedback and EMDR. I am a Certified Clinical ADHD, Anxiety and Trauma Treatment Provider through PESI. I have worked with children, men, women, and couples, trying to strengthen themselves and their families. In all cases, I help and try to achieve their maximum potential through helping the mind, body and spirit.
I am an LCSW, and I have been working for over 30 years with Adults, children and families who have issues with trauma, anxiety, anger management, couples counseling, addictions, ADHD treatment and assessments and issues related to breaking up families. I am a certified Anger Management Specialist, I'm trained in neurofeedback and EMDR. I am a Certified Clinical ADHD, Anxiety and Trauma Treatment Provider through PESI. I have worked with children, men, women, and couples, trying to strengthen themselves and their families. In all cases, I help and try to achieve their maximum potential through helping the mind, body and spirit.
Transcending Adversity Counseling Services LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, M Ed
Verified Verified
Chester, VA 23831
Not accepting new clients
Emotions are an important part of life, and help us to connect with others. Sometimes our experiences with intense emotions can take away from our ability to clearly communicate with each other or appreciate ourselves. Do you find it difficult to enjoy life in the moment? too focused on the past or worried about the future? Do you wish you could connect with your family or partner in a way that doesn't lead to conflict or slammed doors? Whether you are experiencing relationship conflicts, depression, anxiety, anger, feelings of low self esteem or sex related concerns, your feelings do not have to control your life.
Emotions are an important part of life, and help us to connect with others. Sometimes our experiences with intense emotions can take away from our ability to clearly communicate with each other or appreciate ourselves. Do you find it difficult to enjoy life in the moment? too focused on the past or worried about the future? Do you wish you could connect with your family or partner in a way that doesn't lead to conflict or slammed doors? Whether you are experiencing relationship conflicts, depression, anxiety, anger, feelings of low self esteem or sex related concerns, your feelings do not have to control your life.
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I also have training in Imago Relationship Therapy, Internal Relationship Focusing, Family Systems and Mindfulness practices.
Issues of life and living can be overwhelming and painful. Navigating relationships, chronic stress, anxiety, traumatic experiences, attachment wounds, complicated family dynamics, and even health conditions may leave you feeling stuck and unable to make change in your life. I want you to know there is hope. Therapy is a path for experiencing relief/healing and restoring deep connection with our self and others. I am passionate about healing that incorporates a deepening of the spirit and the spiritual development that can come through nurturing a resilient nervous system.
I also have training in Imago Relationship Therapy, Internal Relationship Focusing, Family Systems and Mindfulness practices.
Issues of life and living can be overwhelming and painful. Navigating relationships, chronic stress, anxiety, traumatic experiences, attachment wounds, complicated family dynamics, and even health conditions may leave you feeling stuck and unable to make change in your life. I want you to know there is hope. Therapy is a path for experiencing relief/healing and restoring deep connection with our self and others. I am passionate about healing that incorporates a deepening of the spirit and the spiritual development that can come through nurturing a resilient nervous system.
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Family Systems Therapists
Family Systems therapists view problems within the family as the result not of particular members' behaviors, but of the family's group dynamic. The family is seen as a complex system having its own language, roles, rules, beliefs, needs and patterns. The therapist helps each individual member understand how their childhood family operated, their role in that system, and how that experience has shaped their role in the current family.