Culturally Sensitive Therapists in Hayes, VA
Are you experiencing challenging or overwhelming feelings of stress or conflict with the people close to you in your life? Do you feel lost or stuck? Does coming up with a plan leave you feeling exhausted and drained? Está usted experimentando sensaciones de desafíos abrumadores ó tensión nerviosa, ó siente tener conflictos con las personas más allegadas a Usted en su vida? Se siente perdido ó estancado? El tener que desarrollar una estrategia ó plan para lidiar con sus problemas le deja exhausto ó agotado?
Are you experiencing challenging or overwhelming feelings of stress or conflict with the people close to you in your life? Do you feel lost or stuck? Does coming up with a plan leave you feeling exhausted and drained? Está usted experimentando sensaciones de desafíos abrumadores ó tensión nerviosa, ó siente tener conflictos con las personas más allegadas a Usted en su vida? Se siente perdido ó estancado? El tener que desarrollar una estrategia ó plan para lidiar con sus problemas le deja exhausto ó agotado?
Christina Reed
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hayes, VA 23072 (Online Only)
My ideal client is someone who is open to self-reflection and committed to growth. It's helpful that we share some of the same values, beliefs, and goals. This provides a set of guidelines to help establish respect in relationships, resolve conflicts, and make important decisions together. Working together we identify behavior patterns, challenges or issues, and we build on your current strengths. In addition, we focus on enhancing and developing your skills to navigating and managing your emotions in a positive way to relieve stress, communicate effectively, empathize with others, overcome challenges and defuse conflict.
My ideal client is someone who is open to self-reflection and committed to growth. It's helpful that we share some of the same values, beliefs, and goals. This provides a set of guidelines to help establish respect in relationships, resolve conflicts, and make important decisions together. Working together we identify behavior patterns, challenges or issues, and we build on your current strengths. In addition, we focus on enhancing and developing your skills to navigating and managing your emotions in a positive way to relieve stress, communicate effectively, empathize with others, overcome challenges and defuse conflict.
Danielle (Dani) Carson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LPC, LMFT, MBA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hayes, VA 23072
Sometimes our mental health is healthy and works for us, and sometimes, our mental health needs support to achieve our goals. I have openings to provide a safe place for children and families while you are going through stress; from managing family conflict, to coping with ADHD, oppositional defiant disorder, depression, anxiety, chronic and life threatening illnesses, divorce, foster care, and other difficult situations. As your therapist, I believe that my role is to provide thorough assessment and treatment to support you and/or your child, individually and as a family.
Sometimes our mental health is healthy and works for us, and sometimes, our mental health needs support to achieve our goals. I have openings to provide a safe place for children and families while you are going through stress; from managing family conflict, to coping with ADHD, oppositional defiant disorder, depression, anxiety, chronic and life threatening illnesses, divorce, foster care, and other difficult situations. As your therapist, I believe that my role is to provide thorough assessment and treatment to support you and/or your child, individually and as a family.
Ashley Williams
Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP), MS, QMHP-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hayes, VA 23072
Need to talk to someone but don’t want to be judged, diagnosed, or treated like something is wrong with you? My focus is getting to know you! I offer a judgement free zone to talk about what is going on in your life. You are in the driver’s seat! Whether it is just to process, work on making life changes and find balance, adjust to transitional changes, or get to know yourself better, I am here for you!
Need to talk to someone but don’t want to be judged, diagnosed, or treated like something is wrong with you? My focus is getting to know you! I offer a judgement free zone to talk about what is going on in your life. You are in the driver’s seat! Whether it is just to process, work on making life changes and find balance, adjust to transitional changes, or get to know yourself better, I am here for you!
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Terry J Thorpe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Gloucester, VA 23061 (Online Only)
I am a graduate of both the University of North Carolina at Wilmington and Virginia Commonwealth University, with a master’s in social work. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with the state of Virginia. I have been working with individuals and families for approximately 18 years.
I am a graduate of both the University of North Carolina at Wilmington and Virginia Commonwealth University, with a master’s in social work. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with the state of Virginia. I have been working with individuals and families for approximately 18 years.
Janine Snader
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gloucester, VA 23061
There are times in all our lives when we need help getting through stressful situations, life adjustments, or managing ongoing mental health symptoms. It can be hard to make the decision to reach out. I am here to help. Experience has shown me that we all have strengths to build on and the inner wisdom to make things better. We often just need a guide to help us get back on track. I work with clients with emotional and behavioral struggles, including anxiety, anger and depression. I work with individuals and include family members to improve quality of life.
There are times in all our lives when we need help getting through stressful situations, life adjustments, or managing ongoing mental health symptoms. It can be hard to make the decision to reach out. I am here to help. Experience has shown me that we all have strengths to build on and the inner wisdom to make things better. We often just need a guide to help us get back on track. I work with clients with emotional and behavioral struggles, including anxiety, anger and depression. I work with individuals and include family members to improve quality of life.
Our clients require training and education on ways to improving coping mechanisms when living with a mental health illness/diagnosis. We train, monitor, and educate clients on skills development for living independently. We teach clients about their psychotropic medication and ensure medication management. We connect and educate clients to and about community resources. We also demonstrate, train, and model self-advocacy skills to our clients. Our clients may have treatment history that includes substance abuse or doctor's recommendation.
Our clients require training and education on ways to improving coping mechanisms when living with a mental health illness/diagnosis. We train, monitor, and educate clients on skills development for living independently. We teach clients about their psychotropic medication and ensure medication management. We connect and educate clients to and about community resources. We also demonstrate, train, and model self-advocacy skills to our clients. Our clients may have treatment history that includes substance abuse or doctor's recommendation.
TELEHEALTH IS AVAILABLE USING A HIPAA COMPLIANT PLATFORM. CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. We all face challenges from time to time in our lives where we may feel alone, confused, and hurting. Realizing that we don’t have to go it alone can be the first step in seeking support. Reaching out for help and sharing your story may not be comfortable, but that is the best place to start. Caring for yourself and your loved ones is an important step in your journey toward deeper understanding of yourself and healing. My passion is meeting people where they are along their individual journey and strive to create an inviting and safe place.
TELEHEALTH IS AVAILABLE USING A HIPAA COMPLIANT PLATFORM. CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. We all face challenges from time to time in our lives where we may feel alone, confused, and hurting. Realizing that we don’t have to go it alone can be the first step in seeking support. Reaching out for help and sharing your story may not be comfortable, but that is the best place to start. Caring for yourself and your loved ones is an important step in your journey toward deeper understanding of yourself and healing. My passion is meeting people where they are along their individual journey and strive to create an inviting and safe place.
Wanda McInnis
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Gloucester, VA 23061 (Online Only)
Do you need to be heard? Do you feel as though you are carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders and need a safe place to face those issues that weigh you down? Life can be chaotic sometimes resulting in traumas we do not acknowledge or feel we have time to examine. If this is you; Welcome! Come in and let’s talk about it. Counseling can be difficult, and you have made a very brave decision to lighten the load of your lived experiences in a space that honors and respects your story and will assist you in creating your best life.
Do you need to be heard? Do you feel as though you are carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders and need a safe place to face those issues that weigh you down? Life can be chaotic sometimes resulting in traumas we do not acknowledge or feel we have time to examine. If this is you; Welcome! Come in and let’s talk about it. Counseling can be difficult, and you have made a very brave decision to lighten the load of your lived experiences in a space that honors and respects your story and will assist you in creating your best life.
Painted Bird Psychotherapy LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CMCC
Verified Verified
Yorktown, VA 23690 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Are you struggling with something and do not know where to turn? Are current issues with career, relationships, finances keeping you stuck? Perhaps, it’s buried deeper in your past and you need the positive space to process and ultimately heal. Whatever you are having difficulty moving through, we are committed to providing you with the nonjudgmental, empathetic and caring therapeutic intervention that you seek. Highly trained in complex trauma, depression and anxiety disorders. we utilize a humanistic and whole person approach which utilizes a tailored treatment plan dependent on your individual needs. Call for free consultation.
Are you struggling with something and do not know where to turn? Are current issues with career, relationships, finances keeping you stuck? Perhaps, it’s buried deeper in your past and you need the positive space to process and ultimately heal. Whatever you are having difficulty moving through, we are committed to providing you with the nonjudgmental, empathetic and caring therapeutic intervention that you seek. Highly trained in complex trauma, depression and anxiety disorders. we utilize a humanistic and whole person approach which utilizes a tailored treatment plan dependent on your individual needs. Call for free consultation.
As a therapist, I consider it a privilege to assist individuals, as they walk through and process life experiences and traumas. Life, work, and relationships can leave us feeling burnt out and imprisoned. Our ability to live life to the fullest often hinges on our perspective and choices. In creating a safe and non-judgmental environment, I seek to provide an opportunity for individuals to explore a deeper sense of self and discover the life they want to live.
As a therapist, I consider it a privilege to assist individuals, as they walk through and process life experiences and traumas. Life, work, and relationships can leave us feeling burnt out and imprisoned. Our ability to live life to the fullest often hinges on our perspective and choices. In creating a safe and non-judgmental environment, I seek to provide an opportunity for individuals to explore a deeper sense of self and discover the life they want to live.
Ami Kraber-Phillips
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSAC
Verified Verified
Newport News, VA 23603
You have come to this site seeking relief from trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, or a variety of other mental health related issues. Whether you are taking that initial step to begin therapy or are reengaging, seeking help can be overwhelming. I've spent more than 24 years guiding others along the therapeutic journey to self-discovery and empowerment, and have a deep appreciation for how uncomfortable those first steps can feel. To help you, I offer a personalized approach based on your internal strengths, vision, and creativity while utilizing techniques from several areas of psychology best suited to you.
You have come to this site seeking relief from trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, or a variety of other mental health related issues. Whether you are taking that initial step to begin therapy or are reengaging, seeking help can be overwhelming. I've spent more than 24 years guiding others along the therapeutic journey to self-discovery and empowerment, and have a deep appreciation for how uncomfortable those first steps can feel. To help you, I offer a personalized approach based on your internal strengths, vision, and creativity while utilizing techniques from several areas of psychology best suited to you.
Isaiah Day
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Yorktown, VA 23690
Waitlist for new clients
Isaiah has a strong history of working with adolescents and their families, working to develop resiliency in the face of trauma, mood disorders, and anxiety. He works to support individuals and families in strengthening their motivation to change and developing strategies and skills to overcome the challenges facing them. Clients will focus on the way they tell their own story, how that telling shapes their lives, and how they might re-tell their stories to make the changes they want.
Isaiah has a strong history of working with adolescents and their families, working to develop resiliency in the face of trauma, mood disorders, and anxiety. He works to support individuals and families in strengthening their motivation to change and developing strategies and skills to overcome the challenges facing them. Clients will focus on the way they tell their own story, how that telling shapes their lives, and how they might re-tell their stories to make the changes they want.
The Center for Sexual Assault Survivors
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Newport News, VA 23603
The Center for Sexual Assault Survivors provides crisis counseling to individuals and groups that have experienced sexual violence/assault. Our Crisis Counselors have experience in treating adults, children, and adolescents with diverse backgrounds and areas of concern. Using evidence-based and clinically tested interventions, we work with individuals and groups on topics including trauma, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, communication, and healthy relationships. We are here to provide support and empowerment for change.
The Center for Sexual Assault Survivors provides crisis counseling to individuals and groups that have experienced sexual violence/assault. Our Crisis Counselors have experience in treating adults, children, and adolescents with diverse backgrounds and areas of concern. Using evidence-based and clinically tested interventions, we work with individuals and groups on topics including trauma, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, communication, and healthy relationships. We are here to provide support and empowerment for change.
The stress and challenges of daily life often feel harder if you are also experiencing feelings of anxiety, overwhelm, frustration and or depression. Developmental, relational or situational trauma can also alter or disrupt your sense of safety and functioning. Gaining a deeper understanding of your experiences and how they impact your life can help you develop coping strategies well as a deeper healing of the root cause.
The stress and challenges of daily life often feel harder if you are also experiencing feelings of anxiety, overwhelm, frustration and or depression. Developmental, relational or situational trauma can also alter or disrupt your sense of safety and functioning. Gaining a deeper understanding of your experiences and how they impact your life can help you develop coping strategies well as a deeper healing of the root cause.
Do you struggle with anxiety and panic? Do you or your child feel stuck or hopeless? Do you need additional emotional support or answers to numerous questions? Whatever your case, you are one step closer to achieving your goals just by being here. My name is Ciera, and I'd love to be a part of your process towards improving your circumstances.
Do you struggle with anxiety and panic? Do you or your child feel stuck or hopeless? Do you need additional emotional support or answers to numerous questions? Whatever your case, you are one step closer to achieving your goals just by being here. My name is Ciera, and I'd love to be a part of your process towards improving your circumstances.
Peaceful Mind, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA CMHC
Verified Verified
Williamsburg, VA 23185
If you are ready to learn to be joyful and find a new meaning in life, I am here to support you in therapy. Are you currently experiencing challenges in your marriage or family relationships? Are you looking forward to learn better ways of communicating, and how to get along with others? Are you ready to learn better coping skills, get your self-confidence back, and finally put yourself first? I am here to support you on your healing journey. My clinical experience is in individual, couples and family therapy. I specialize in family therapy, and especially families of medical doctors.
If you are ready to learn to be joyful and find a new meaning in life, I am here to support you in therapy. Are you currently experiencing challenges in your marriage or family relationships? Are you looking forward to learn better ways of communicating, and how to get along with others? Are you ready to learn better coping skills, get your self-confidence back, and finally put yourself first? I am here to support you on your healing journey. My clinical experience is in individual, couples and family therapy. I specialize in family therapy, and especially families of medical doctors.
Gwyneth Limber
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Newport News, VA 23603
Gwyn Limber is an LPC who has over 20 years of experience in the field treating trauma, LGBTQA+ issues, women's issues, and more. Gwyn has worked with children, pre-teens, teens and adults in multiple different settings. She has been a counselor and therapist in group homes, domestic violence shelters, substance abuse centers, in-home, and multiple outpatient settings. Gwyn completed her Master of Science (MS) at the University of Kentucky. She began as an art major, but found her passion in psychology and helping others.
Gwyn Limber is an LPC who has over 20 years of experience in the field treating trauma, LGBTQA+ issues, women's issues, and more. Gwyn has worked with children, pre-teens, teens and adults in multiple different settings. She has been a counselor and therapist in group homes, domestic violence shelters, substance abuse centers, in-home, and multiple outpatient settings. Gwyn completed her Master of Science (MS) at the University of Kentucky. She began as an art major, but found her passion in psychology and helping others.
Ellen Goodloe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Yorktown, VA 23692 (Online Only)
I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have extensive experience in helping clients with relationship issues, anger management, motivation, self esteem and confidence, and career difficulties. I lived in and visited many different places, but settled in the Tidewater area after retiring from active duty. I am experienced with the military and veteran population and helped many people dealing with trauma and abuse. I am also a painter and a maker and believes in the healing power of art. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion regardless of the issues, and know that you are the expert on you.
I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have extensive experience in helping clients with relationship issues, anger management, motivation, self esteem and confidence, and career difficulties. I lived in and visited many different places, but settled in the Tidewater area after retiring from active duty. I am experienced with the military and veteran population and helped many people dealing with trauma and abuse. I am also a painter and a maker and believes in the healing power of art. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion regardless of the issues, and know that you are the expert on you.
Bilingual counselor accepting in-person and telehealth clients! I’m proud of you for looking for a counselor, self-awareness is a key aspect of growth. Whether you’re emotionally overwhelmed or you can’t feel a thing, I’m here to understand your perspective. Everyone’s experience with depression, anxiety, stress, loss, and trauma is different. It is important that we have a clear grasp on your thoughts and feelings and how they impact you. If you want a caring, realistic therapist to be with you as you explore deep feelings and challenging thoughts, we might be a good fit!
Bilingual counselor accepting in-person and telehealth clients! I’m proud of you for looking for a counselor, self-awareness is a key aspect of growth. Whether you’re emotionally overwhelmed or you can’t feel a thing, I’m here to understand your perspective. Everyone’s experience with depression, anxiety, stress, loss, and trauma is different. It is important that we have a clear grasp on your thoughts and feelings and how they impact you. If you want a caring, realistic therapist to be with you as you explore deep feelings and challenging thoughts, we might be a good fit!
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Culturally Sensitive Therapists
How does culturally sensitive therapy work?
A culturally sensitive therapist will tailor their approach to therapy based on the individual client’s background. This may include changing their style of interaction (asking open-ended questions vs. being the “expert” voice), their affect (seeming warm or “neutral”), how much personal information they disclose about themselves, and more. It’s also important for a culturally sensitive therapist to acknowledge larger societal forces that may impact their client due to the client’s background.
How effective is culturally sensitive therapy?
Some professionals have expressed concern about highlighting cultural differences in therapy, suggesting that it might promote stereotypes and harm the therapeutic bond; however, many experts agree that cultural sensitivity tends to strengthen the connection between therapist and client and help clients feel heard and understood. A culturally sensitive approach to therapy can be especially helpful for those not in the cultural majority, especially when combined with proven therapies like Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
What are the limitations of a culturally sensitive approach to therapy?
While being culturally sensitive is generally a valuable skill to have, a therapist cannot treat every client from a similar background the same way. Each client is an individual with their own values, personal preferences, and life experiences that will need to be explored during therapy. In addition, it’s rare for a therapist and client to have identical backgrounds, so there may be some cross-cultural differences to navigate during therapy, but a culturally sensitive therapist can do so with empathy and respect.
Can culturally sensitive therapy be done online?
Yes, online therapy using a culturally sensitive approach can be beneficial. Therapy can sometimes be difficult to access for clients from diverse backgrounds and socioeconomic standing. The array of mental health support available through the internet makes it possible for clients to find a good therapist match regardless of where they live.