In Person Therapists in Chester, VA
![Photo of Ian Rivera, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c781d655-098d-4846-9d51-5e8d55641e43/1/320x400.png)
Welcome, my name is Ian Rivera and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 5 years of experience in the field. I work with individuals with all types of issues including depression, anxiety, addiction, men's issues, and mood disorders. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused brief, and motivational interviewing to help elicit change from within to become the best you. I have a warm and interactive counseling style and believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.
Welcome, my name is Ian Rivera and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 5 years of experience in the field. I work with individuals with all types of issues including depression, anxiety, addiction, men's issues, and mood disorders. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused brief, and motivational interviewing to help elicit change from within to become the best you. I have a warm and interactive counseling style and believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.
![Photo of Jasmine Ricks, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/35cde1ff-3759-4364-a24d-6fb0307296cb/2/320x400.jpeg)
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.
![Photo of Victoria Allen, MA, LMHP-R](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/99bf89da-5801-4643-8ac7-5d77e1cdac85/1/320x400.jpeg)
My clinical experience includes working with depression, anxiety, grief, and self-esteem. My areas of interest are self-esteem, self-worth, and anxiety, but I also enjoy working with individuals to navigate other personal life challenges they may endure. I enjoy using different modalities of therapy including Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). I believe that by empowering individuals and helping them realize they have what it takes to overcome any fears or obstacles is extremely important to the healing process.
My clinical experience includes working with depression, anxiety, grief, and self-esteem. My areas of interest are self-esteem, self-worth, and anxiety, but I also enjoy working with individuals to navigate other personal life challenges they may endure. I enjoy using different modalities of therapy including Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). I believe that by empowering individuals and helping them realize they have what it takes to overcome any fears or obstacles is extremely important to the healing process.
![Photo of Raven Daniels, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/86ad394c-af51-4b88-88d5-c5f04a2f2381/2/320x400.jpeg)
If you are reading this you are either contemplating or have decided to enter therapy; kudos to you for taking this step. Now, think about why you’re here: Are you worried about the future? Struggling in your relationships? Grieving? Unable to relax? Low confidence or self-esteem? Shame, guilt? Finding it hard to manage life’s stressors or adjust to recent events? Do you lack motivation or the energy needed to function? Or, maybe you’re struggling with making decisions, feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or don’t know how to start feeling good again?
If you are reading this you are either contemplating or have decided to enter therapy; kudos to you for taking this step. Now, think about why you’re here: Are you worried about the future? Struggling in your relationships? Grieving? Unable to relax? Low confidence or self-esteem? Shame, guilt? Finding it hard to manage life’s stressors or adjust to recent events? Do you lack motivation or the energy needed to function? Or, maybe you’re struggling with making decisions, feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or don’t know how to start feeling good again?
![Photo of Deborah Lorey Scian Therapist Supervisee In Social Work, MSW, BCPA, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/180e9bd7-1bab-4933-bb80-53389a1d4019/1/320x400.jpeg)
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.
![Photo of Janine Canaday, LPC, LCPC, CPLC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/420f1b93-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Janine Canaday
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC, CPLC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chester, VA 23831
I am excited to be a part of your journey to healing and wellness! With the challenges that we may encounter, life can seem overwhelming to manage effectively. There is hope for you and I can help you navigate your way through. My passion for providing a meaningful experience with clients starts with me listening to you, empathizing with your feelings and empowering you with effective tools to help you move forward. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in private practice with over 10 years of experience in the mental health field and a Certified Professional Life Coach.
I am excited to be a part of your journey to healing and wellness! With the challenges that we may encounter, life can seem overwhelming to manage effectively. There is hope for you and I can help you navigate your way through. My passion for providing a meaningful experience with clients starts with me listening to you, empathizing with your feelings and empowering you with effective tools to help you move forward. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in private practice with over 10 years of experience in the mental health field and a Certified Professional Life Coach.
![Photo of Dr. Quentin L. Stubbins, PhD, LCP, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/05ce1d88-781b-49e3-a7c0-8081c67ccd2c/2/320x400.jpeg)
Your life moves pretty fast - don't you think it's time to take a step back and evaluate it? Because we're constantly on the go we rarely give ourselves a chance to make sense of our experiences; instead we bear our life burdens and hope for the best. Life isn't easy, whether it's because of what we were born into, what people have done to us, and/or what we've to done ourselves. My goal is to help you learn about yourself, teach coping skills, and help you apply those skills to your life for true change. All I ask is that you come motivated and ready to work. You'll never regret making time to work on yourself to be a better you.
Your life moves pretty fast - don't you think it's time to take a step back and evaluate it? Because we're constantly on the go we rarely give ourselves a chance to make sense of our experiences; instead we bear our life burdens and hope for the best. Life isn't easy, whether it's because of what we were born into, what people have done to us, and/or what we've to done ourselves. My goal is to help you learn about yourself, teach coping skills, and help you apply those skills to your life for true change. All I ask is that you come motivated and ready to work. You'll never regret making time to work on yourself to be a better you.
![Photo of Erin Choice, MA, LMHP-R, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4f506d52-ff02-41c8-ad0b-65ab457335f6/2/320x400.jpeg)
Racing Thoughts? Fear of social settings? Do you experience feelings of guilt without cause? A constant sense of doom? Have you lost interest in pleasurable activities? Struggling with accepting positive feedback or putting yourself first? Are you ready to tranform from victim of a trauma, domestic violence, or abuse to survivor? If you answered yes, it is okay to ask for assistance. It takes courage and by doing so, you are on a path to living a more purposeful life. This journey begins with you, Congratulations, you have taken the first step!
Racing Thoughts? Fear of social settings? Do you experience feelings of guilt without cause? A constant sense of doom? Have you lost interest in pleasurable activities? Struggling with accepting positive feedback or putting yourself first? Are you ready to tranform from victim of a trauma, domestic violence, or abuse to survivor? If you answered yes, it is okay to ask for assistance. It takes courage and by doing so, you are on a path to living a more purposeful life. This journey begins with you, Congratulations, you have taken the first step!
Transcending Adversity Counseling Services LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Chester, VA 23831
At Transcending Adversity Counseling, we cater to the diverse needs of each of our clients. We specialize in anxiety, depression, sex issues, women's issues, and more, and offer in-person and telehealth options for services. We offer consultations in person or via zoom for those interested in getting to know more about our providers, and to have the ability to have any questions answered. All telehealth sessions have the option for accessibility.
At Transcending Adversity Counseling, we cater to the diverse needs of each of our clients. We specialize in anxiety, depression, sex issues, women's issues, and more, and offer in-person and telehealth options for services. We offer consultations in person or via zoom for those interested in getting to know more about our providers, and to have the ability to have any questions answered. All telehealth sessions have the option for accessibility.
![Photo of Shannon Paige, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0ea54029-8340-45ed-b3ca-23e47be66663/1/320x400.png)
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.
![Photo of Stephanie Craddock, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/91b16838-5be6-450e-9bc6-bf90bd0e0c9b/2/320x400.jpeg)
My name is Stephanie Craddock, and I am a Clinical Social Worker committed to providing clients with a warm, supportive environment in which they can explore and grow. The clients I typically work with are dealing with stress and anxiety, maybe due to a major life change or having anxiety impact their life for no known reason. I also enjoy working with older adults and the people who care for them, as well as people who are experiencing parenting struggles.
My name is Stephanie Craddock, and I am a Clinical Social Worker committed to providing clients with a warm, supportive environment in which they can explore and grow. The clients I typically work with are dealing with stress and anxiety, maybe due to a major life change or having anxiety impact their life for no known reason. I also enjoy working with older adults and the people who care for them, as well as people who are experiencing parenting struggles.
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![Photo of Arnold Adalid Lavaire, MA, MDiv, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/96c1e0bc-7e51-42d2-8d04-e1abf237c65b/3/320x400.jpeg)
I am Arnold A Lavaire, bilingual Christian counselor a in Chesterfield, Virginia Area. I was born and raised in Honduras and moved to live in the United States in 1996. I am fluent in Spanish, I can conduct counseling in English and in Spanish. I earned a B.S. in Psychology from Campbell University, a M.A. in Counseling from the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary, and a M.Div. from Mid-America Reformed Seminary. I offer professional counseling with a strong Christian perspective. I help my clients understand that the personal growth of an individual or of the couple has a greater purpose.
I am Arnold A Lavaire, bilingual Christian counselor a in Chesterfield, Virginia Area. I was born and raised in Honduras and moved to live in the United States in 1996. I am fluent in Spanish, I can conduct counseling in English and in Spanish. I earned a B.S. in Psychology from Campbell University, a M.A. in Counseling from the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary, and a M.Div. from Mid-America Reformed Seminary. I offer professional counseling with a strong Christian perspective. I help my clients understand that the personal growth of an individual or of the couple has a greater purpose.
![Photo of Mary Kay Rose, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e6f0bdbf-f488-4da8-b265-812f0ae09456/1/320x400.png)
Hello! My name is Mary Kay Rose and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I believe that counseling offers a safe space to explore concerns, challenges, hopes and specific intentions and desires you may have for your life. I look forward to the privilege of connecting with you and together, creating a relationship that will support you in being present in your life and relationships and moving forward in ways that you desire.
Hello! My name is Mary Kay Rose and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I believe that counseling offers a safe space to explore concerns, challenges, hopes and specific intentions and desires you may have for your life. I look forward to the privilege of connecting with you and together, creating a relationship that will support you in being present in your life and relationships and moving forward in ways that you desire.
![Photo of Nephetia Tryman Whittaker, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/174b8e02-116f-4634-ba25-4c2ba4f159be/1/320x400.png)
My name is Nephetia and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience providing mental health care for individuals. I have experience assisting and supporting clients to overcome and cope with depression, anxiety, grief, issues specific to women, low self-esteem, and anger. My experience ranges from teens to adults and I have worked with the LGBTQIA+ population. I use an integrative therapeutic approach, including CBT, Person-Centered, Motivational Interviewing, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy - I believe that clients are in charge of their counseling experience so that treatment is individualized.
My name is Nephetia and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience providing mental health care for individuals. I have experience assisting and supporting clients to overcome and cope with depression, anxiety, grief, issues specific to women, low self-esteem, and anger. My experience ranges from teens to adults and I have worked with the LGBTQIA+ population. I use an integrative therapeutic approach, including CBT, Person-Centered, Motivational Interviewing, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy - I believe that clients are in charge of their counseling experience so that treatment is individualized.
![Photo of Gabrielle Oblena - Lifebulb Counseling & Therapy, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/906785c0-7ab7-4437-9f34-57dd41f71573/1/320x400.jpeg)
Lifebulb Counseling & Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Chester, VA 23831
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.
![Photo of Amy Miller - Lifebridge Counseling, LLC - Central Virginia, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/86f257ed-71bb-4499-a792-e8153b0a3402/1/320x400.jpeg)
Lifebridge Counseling, LLC - Central Virginia
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chester, VA 23831
Outpatient Counseling offers a variety of therapeutic interventions by licensed and skilled providers of mental health services. We offer a warm, welcoming environment where members of our community can receive confidential, quality, client-centered therapeutic services to meet the many numerous emotional and behavioral struggles they may face. We work closely with referral sources and other providers to allow for the most comprehensive and valuable service provision.
Outpatient Counseling offers a variety of therapeutic interventions by licensed and skilled providers of mental health services. We offer a warm, welcoming environment where members of our community can receive confidential, quality, client-centered therapeutic services to meet the many numerous emotional and behavioral struggles they may face. We work closely with referral sources and other providers to allow for the most comprehensive and valuable service provision.
![Photo of Jessica R Belk, LCSW, RPT, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/233ffc77-cffd-45f1-bd45-163e934f78e9/1/320x400.png)
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!
![Photo of Deborah Sabatino, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ddfb47a6-51a3-457c-81f0-eac48f365b9e/1/320x400.png)
My name is Deb Sabatino and I am and Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia. I use a gentle wholistic approach which is trauma-informed when working with clients. My speciality is working with young adults ages 18-30 who are experiencing anxiety due to life transitions. I also specialize in relationship trauma and helping clients restore themselves back to health after they have experienced abuse of any kind. I have experience working with Military, Law Enforcement and their families.
My name is Deb Sabatino and I am and Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia. I use a gentle wholistic approach which is trauma-informed when working with clients. My speciality is working with young adults ages 18-30 who are experiencing anxiety due to life transitions. I also specialize in relationship trauma and helping clients restore themselves back to health after they have experienced abuse of any kind. I have experience working with Military, Law Enforcement and their families.
![Photo of Nina Lackey, LPC, CSAC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5355a232-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Nina Lackey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chester, VA 23831
I believe in guiding and encouraging people to become their true selves. Healing and growth that promotes a healthy and productive lifestyle is crucial. I have over 30 years of experience as a therapist. I earned my Bachelor of Arts from East Carolina University in Psychology and my Master of Science degree at Virginia Commonwealth University. Licensed in the State of Virginia, I have a work history in several outpatient, inpatient, and residential treatment settings.
I believe in guiding and encouraging people to become their true selves. Healing and growth that promotes a healthy and productive lifestyle is crucial. I have over 30 years of experience as a therapist. I earned my Bachelor of Arts from East Carolina University in Psychology and my Master of Science degree at Virginia Commonwealth University. Licensed in the State of Virginia, I have a work history in several outpatient, inpatient, and residential treatment settings.
![Photo of The Obsidian Therapy Group - Obsidian Therapy Group, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/19d13fd2-01d4-4c22-802e-56f7916fde1a/1/320x400.jpeg)
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.