Therapists in Henrico County, VA
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Our work explores your interests, competencies, desires and both career and personal priorities.
My clients may feel that they have been unable to comfortably make decisions in their lives or have made poor decisions. They may not have been able to identify or achieve their goals, leaving them feel unfulfilled. Often, they want to initiate change but have uncertainty about their ability to do so or the steps in that process. They seek to establish and achieve goals that will bring fulfillment, enjoyment, material comfort and success in their lives. My clients seek lives in which they are self-confident and motivated. Through the coaching relationship, they determined what was important to them, then pursued and achieved it.
Our work explores your interests, competencies, desires and both career and personal priorities.
My clients may feel that they have been unable to comfortably make decisions in their lives or have made poor decisions. They may not have been able to identify or achieve their goals, leaving them feel unfulfilled. Often, they want to initiate change but have uncertainty about their ability to do so or the steps in that process. They seek to establish and achieve goals that will bring fulfillment, enjoyment, material comfort and success in their lives. My clients seek lives in which they are self-confident and motivated. Through the coaching relationship, they determined what was important to them, then pursued and achieved it.
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I have expertise in case management, solution focused therapy, career consulting, and grief therapy.
HI! Welcome to my profile and congratulations on taking the first step towards a new journey. It is never too late to consider and/or begin therapy. I am a firm believer that we are not meant to figure out this rollercoaster of a life alone. Each and everyday is a new opportunity to learn and improve. It is not always easy to turn to our friends and loved ones about the daily stressors that we navigate. However, as your future therapist, I will provide the safe space for you to detail matters that mean the most to you.
I have expertise in case management, solution focused therapy, career consulting, and grief therapy.
HI! Welcome to my profile and congratulations on taking the first step towards a new journey. It is never too late to consider and/or begin therapy. I am a firm believer that we are not meant to figure out this rollercoaster of a life alone. Each and everyday is a new opportunity to learn and improve. It is not always easy to turn to our friends and loved ones about the daily stressors that we navigate. However, as your future therapist, I will provide the safe space for you to detail matters that mean the most to you.
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Amanda Jo Cole
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glen Allen, VA 23060 (Online Only)
Specialties: Addiction, Anxiety, Career Challenges, Compassion Fatigue, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse.
This profile is managed by Cerebral. To get connected with Amanda Jo and directly schedule, please click the "my website" button! Amanda Jo Cole is a Licensed Professional Counselor Resident who has been practicing psychotherapy for over seventeen years. She attained her Master of Science degree in Counseling from Radford University with a concentration in Community Counseling. To see if you are eligible for insurance coverage, please use your phone's camera app to scan the QR code below.
Specialties: Addiction, Anxiety, Career Challenges, Compassion Fatigue, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse.
This profile is managed by Cerebral. To get connected with Amanda Jo and directly schedule, please click the "my website" button! Amanda Jo Cole is a Licensed Professional Counselor Resident who has been practicing psychotherapy for over seventeen years. She attained her Master of Science degree in Counseling from Radford University with a concentration in Community Counseling. To see if you are eligible for insurance coverage, please use your phone's camera app to scan the QR code below.
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Treatment specialization includes:
Therapy for Depression and Anxiety
Couples Counseling
Family Counseling
Parenting Support
Grief Counseling
Work and Career issues
Stress Management
Addiction & Recovery
Conflict Resolution.
I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that span from therapy for depression and grief counseling to parenting support, couples counseling and beyond. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each of my clients individual needs to help attain the personal growth they're striving for.
Treatment specialization includes:
Therapy for Depression and Anxiety
Couples Counseling
Family Counseling
Parenting Support
Grief Counseling
Work and Career issues
Stress Management
Addiction & Recovery
Conflict Resolution.
I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that span from therapy for depression and grief counseling to parenting support, couples counseling and beyond. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each of my clients individual needs to help attain the personal growth they're striving for.
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Amy Thomas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23230
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has specialized in working with children, adolescents, adults, and families for over 9 years. My background and experiences include work in the public school systems, child welfare systems (child protective services, adoptions, and foster care), private counseling center for adolescents and families, therapeutic recreational services, intensive in-home counseling, and an emergency diagnostic residential facility. I have experience working with individuals and families who have experienced trauma, grief & loss, divorce, single parenting, job loss, family conflict, stress, domestic violence, substance abuse, and crisis situations. If you are currently in crisis call 911.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has specialized in working with children, adolescents, adults, and families for over 9 years. My background and experiences include work in the public school systems, child welfare systems (child protective services, adoptions, and foster care), private counseling center for adolescents and families, therapeutic recreational services, intensive in-home counseling, and an emergency diagnostic residential facility. I have experience working with individuals and families who have experienced trauma, grief & loss, divorce, single parenting, job loss, family conflict, stress, domestic violence, substance abuse, and crisis situations. If you are currently in crisis call 911.
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Brady Montas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23226 (Online Only)
I enjoy working with clients that have a genuine interest in learning more about themselves and why they have developed certain healthy and unhealthy coping skills. I have experience working with clients that have experienced Anxiety, PTSD, Depression, Trauma, Grief and Loss and with clients that have just felt lost. As a therapist I consider myself a guide that helps others navigate life’s up and downs; such as, love, loss, illness, work stress and life/career transitions.
I enjoy working with clients that have a genuine interest in learning more about themselves and why they have developed certain healthy and unhealthy coping skills. I have experience working with clients that have experienced Anxiety, PTSD, Depression, Trauma, Grief and Loss and with clients that have just felt lost. As a therapist I consider myself a guide that helps others navigate life’s up and downs; such as, love, loss, illness, work stress and life/career transitions.
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Anita Best - Best Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23226
Whether you are facing challenges with substance abuse, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, divorce, parenting or co-parenting, partner relationships, trauma recovery, career stressors or life transitions, there is hope. I match treatment interventions based upon your needs, however I tend to use treatment approaches that are solution focused and trauma informed. I am a direct and active therapist using humor when appropriate. I utilize EMDR, Life Coaching, Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive-Behavioral approaches in my work.
Whether you are facing challenges with substance abuse, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, divorce, parenting or co-parenting, partner relationships, trauma recovery, career stressors or life transitions, there is hope. I match treatment interventions based upon your needs, however I tend to use treatment approaches that are solution focused and trauma informed. I am a direct and active therapist using humor when appropriate. I utilize EMDR, Life Coaching, Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive-Behavioral approaches in my work.
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Sharmane Duren Grady
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23231 (Online Only)
Having someone who you can communicate those feelings to that has first hand experience can make a world of difference in your life and athletic career.
Are you feeling unfulfilled and lacking motivation in your relationship or work? Is anxiety hindering you from performing at your best? Are you having difficulty with managing transitions in your life? If you have experienced these feelings, you are not alone. Even the strongest people need help sometimes. Just know that you are in the right place. I’ve worked with many couples in various stages from dating, premarital, marriage, and also life after divorce during my 13 years of practice. I also specialize in working with athletes who may be having performance anxiety other difficulties relating to their athletic ability.
Having someone who you can communicate those feelings to that has first hand experience can make a world of difference in your life and athletic career.
Are you feeling unfulfilled and lacking motivation in your relationship or work? Is anxiety hindering you from performing at your best? Are you having difficulty with managing transitions in your life? If you have experienced these feelings, you are not alone. Even the strongest people need help sometimes. Just know that you are in the right place. I’ve worked with many couples in various stages from dating, premarital, marriage, and also life after divorce during my 13 years of practice. I also specialize in working with athletes who may be having performance anxiety other difficulties relating to their athletic ability.
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Megan Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23226 (Online Only)
Over the course of my career I have been energized by watching clients uncover and live into their values, even when it feels difficult.
I work with women across the lifespan with a primary focus in those who are trying to conceive, pregnant, adjusting to motherhood, as well as women navigating being a part of the "sandwich" generation. With over 14 years of experience, I have had the opportunity to work with individuals with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, OCD, trauma, grief, life transitions, and relationship issues. I value being a lifelong learner in this profession and have advanced training as a Certified Perinatal Mental Health Provider and in Exposure Response Prevention for OCD in adults.
Over the course of my career I have been energized by watching clients uncover and live into their values, even when it feels difficult.
I work with women across the lifespan with a primary focus in those who are trying to conceive, pregnant, adjusting to motherhood, as well as women navigating being a part of the "sandwich" generation. With over 14 years of experience, I have had the opportunity to work with individuals with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, OCD, trauma, grief, life transitions, and relationship issues. I value being a lifelong learner in this profession and have advanced training as a Certified Perinatal Mental Health Provider and in Exposure Response Prevention for OCD in adults.
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Innovations in Counseling LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23226
Our job is equip you with the necessities for success and partner with you every step of the way.
Are you living your best life? Do you even know what that might look like? How do you really feel behind the profile pics and hashtags? Are you in need of connection, support, motivation or tools to help you figure it all out? You are not alone and change is possible. Innovations in Counseling works hard with you, drawing out your strengths and making sure that you walk away equipped to conquer your life, your demons and your goals. Individual and couples therapy is available for GA, IN and VA residence. Pre-marital and marital counseling, life coaching and Consulting is available everywhere.
Our job is equip you with the necessities for success and partner with you every step of the way.
Are you living your best life? Do you even know what that might look like? How do you really feel behind the profile pics and hashtags? Are you in need of connection, support, motivation or tools to help you figure it all out? You are not alone and change is possible. Innovations in Counseling works hard with you, drawing out your strengths and making sure that you walk away equipped to conquer your life, your demons and your goals. Individual and couples therapy is available for GA, IN and VA residence. Pre-marital and marital counseling, life coaching and Consulting is available everywhere.
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Surprises like job loss, homelessness, divorce, death of loved ones, health issues and bankruptcy, etc.
I work with clients from all walks of life who may be struggling with drug addiction, life transitions, self-confidence and other issues that affect your well-being. During our initial session, we will collaborate to create a plan designed to get your life back on track. My approach to helping others is very practical and casual.
Surprises like job loss, homelessness, divorce, death of loved ones, health issues and bankruptcy, etc.
I work with clients from all walks of life who may be struggling with drug addiction, life transitions, self-confidence and other issues that affect your well-being. During our initial session, we will collaborate to create a plan designed to get your life back on track. My approach to helping others is very practical and casual.
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Tracey Johnson King
Resident in Counseling, MA, CMHC, LifeCoa, Outpati, Residen
Verified Verified
Henrico, VA 23231
Mental health is my priority and supporting families is a passion. I am Tracey Johnson-King, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) Resident and Life Coach certified. I started my mental health career in 2012 as a community QMHP. I am a mother of 10 and grandmother of 8. Currently, I am Crisis Clinician who assist those with an immediate need of mental health stabilization. I am a crisis assessor and currently started my own company Fresh Nu Beginnings LLC. We assist those within a crisis and support them within the community to stabilize.
Mental health is my priority and supporting families is a passion. I am Tracey Johnson-King, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) Resident and Life Coach certified. I started my mental health career in 2012 as a community QMHP. I am a mother of 10 and grandmother of 8. Currently, I am Crisis Clinician who assist those with an immediate need of mental health stabilization. I am a crisis assessor and currently started my own company Fresh Nu Beginnings LLC. We assist those within a crisis and support them within the community to stabilize.
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Allison Bunch is a Licenced Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in helping couples and families with a special interest in Law Enforcement, First Responder, and Military families. The counselor has experience helping families dealing with career issues, family stress, parent/child conflict, behavioral issues, relationship difficulties, divorce/separation, co-parenting issues, and marital dischord. The counselor offers pre-marital counseling and has also designed a pre-marital program specifically for Law Enforcement, First Responder, and Military families.
Allison Bunch is a Licenced Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in helping couples and families with a special interest in Law Enforcement, First Responder, and Military families. The counselor has experience helping families dealing with career issues, family stress, parent/child conflict, behavioral issues, relationship difficulties, divorce/separation, co-parenting issues, and marital dischord. The counselor offers pre-marital counseling and has also designed a pre-marital program specifically for Law Enforcement, First Responder, and Military families.
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I am a licensed clinical psychologist and received my PhD from the University of Kansas. I interned at the Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Center in Washington, D.C. where I worked in psychiatric triage and the partial hospitalization program. I later completed a Postdoctoral Fellowship with an emphasis on adolescents and family therapy at a community mental health center in Chicago. After my postdoctoral experience, I worked as a staff psychologist in the Primary Care Clinic at the VA Hospital in Seattle. Most recently, I worked in Richmond at a private group practice and focused on adolescents and young professionals.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and received my PhD from the University of Kansas. I interned at the Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Center in Washington, D.C. where I worked in psychiatric triage and the partial hospitalization program. I later completed a Postdoctoral Fellowship with an emphasis on adolescents and family therapy at a community mental health center in Chicago. After my postdoctoral experience, I worked as a staff psychologist in the Primary Care Clinic at the VA Hospital in Seattle. Most recently, I worked in Richmond at a private group practice and focused on adolescents and young professionals.
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Tamara prides herself on creating an environment that is safe and judgment-free where the individuals she serves feel seen, heard, and understood. Tamara believes that no one should have to embark upon their healing journey alone, and she is committed to providing unwavering support to her clients as they commit to becoming the best version of themselves. Tamara works with clients who experience trauma, adjustment disorders, anxiety, and depression. Tamara also proudly supports and serves members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Tamara prides herself on creating an environment that is safe and judgment-free where the individuals she serves feel seen, heard, and understood. Tamara believes that no one should have to embark upon their healing journey alone, and she is committed to providing unwavering support to her clients as they commit to becoming the best version of themselves. Tamara works with clients who experience trauma, adjustment disorders, anxiety, and depression. Tamara also proudly supports and serves members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
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CURRENTLY ACCEPTING ONLY RETURNING CLIENTS AND WORD-OF-MOUTH REFERRALS. Let's develop a plan for you to reach outstanding success in your family and in life's meaningful work. Let me help you get to a place where: Resilience is enhanced in your family. Decisions are made consciously, with clarity and purpose, rather than avoidance and trial-and-error approaches. Transitions are managed more smoothly, embraced as opportunities. Life's work is energized by increased organizational and relational skills, and by harmony with personal values.
CURRENTLY ACCEPTING ONLY RETURNING CLIENTS AND WORD-OF-MOUTH REFERRALS. Let's develop a plan for you to reach outstanding success in your family and in life's meaningful work. Let me help you get to a place where: Resilience is enhanced in your family. Decisions are made consciously, with clarity and purpose, rather than avoidance and trial-and-error approaches. Transitions are managed more smoothly, embraced as opportunities. Life's work is energized by increased organizational and relational skills, and by harmony with personal values.
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You are not alone in your journey to feel better, mentally and physically. Are you experiencing anxiety, panic attacks, stress or feelings of fear that are holding you back? Symptoms of PTSD? Feeling depressed, overwhelmed or unmotivated? Do you have unresolved trauma? Have you experienced abuse? Difficult or unfulfilling relationships? I specialize in helping clients identify problem areas in their lives and formulate goals to improve them. We will work to eliminate any self limiting and sabotaging beliefs patterns and you will acquire coping skills, strategies and resources to succeed. Healing and thriving is possible!
You are not alone in your journey to feel better, mentally and physically. Are you experiencing anxiety, panic attacks, stress or feelings of fear that are holding you back? Symptoms of PTSD? Feeling depressed, overwhelmed or unmotivated? Do you have unresolved trauma? Have you experienced abuse? Difficult or unfulfilling relationships? I specialize in helping clients identify problem areas in their lives and formulate goals to improve them. We will work to eliminate any self limiting and sabotaging beliefs patterns and you will acquire coping skills, strategies and resources to succeed. Healing and thriving is possible!
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Sandra G Anderson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MaCM, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glen Allen, VA 23059
Sandra has been helping individuals navigate life's challenges with compassion and expertise for over 15 years. Specializing in anxiety, depression, and adjustment issues, she offers a holistic approach to therapy by addressing the mind, body, and spirit. Sandra helps clients set and achieve meaningful goals, cultivate self-awareness, and create a fulfilling life aligned with their values. Sandra believes in a collaborative and client-centered approach to therapy, tailoring treatment plans to meet each individual's unique needs and goals by integrating elements of cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness techniques.
Sandra has been helping individuals navigate life's challenges with compassion and expertise for over 15 years. Specializing in anxiety, depression, and adjustment issues, she offers a holistic approach to therapy by addressing the mind, body, and spirit. Sandra helps clients set and achieve meaningful goals, cultivate self-awareness, and create a fulfilling life aligned with their values. Sandra believes in a collaborative and client-centered approach to therapy, tailoring treatment plans to meet each individual's unique needs and goals by integrating elements of cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness techniques.
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Tracey A Dorsey
LPC Intern, BS, MA, LMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glen Allen, VA 23060 (Online Only)
My aim is to assist individuals in obtaining their peaceful life; reaching their goals in an optimum state of emotional and mental awareness. Through a collaborative counseling relationship, clients and I will work toward identifiying strategies and techniques that facilitate empowerment and create positive enriching change.
My aim is to assist individuals in obtaining their peaceful life; reaching their goals in an optimum state of emotional and mental awareness. Through a collaborative counseling relationship, clients and I will work toward identifiying strategies and techniques that facilitate empowerment and create positive enriching change.
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Glacier Health and Development Center
Resident in Counseling, LPC-R
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23226 (Online Only)
I work with individuals, couples, families, immigrants, and veterans. I am proactive in helping clients overcome the barriers in their lives, and return to themselves. That may include struggles with self-image, midlife crisis, symptoms of anxiety, depression, anger, grief, and childhood trauma.
I work with individuals, couples, families, immigrants, and veterans. I am proactive in helping clients overcome the barriers in their lives, and return to themselves. That may include struggles with self-image, midlife crisis, symptoms of anxiety, depression, anger, grief, and childhood trauma.
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Career Counseling Therapists
How do I know if I need career counseling?
Determining whether a career counselor is needed involves assessing one's current career and identifying what changes can be made to improve one's overall quality of life. In particular, feelings of loss of motivation, fatigue, anxiety, depression, procrastination, or ongoing levels of high stress can all be indicative of a need for career-related counseling. In addition, individuals changing jobs may want the decision-making support or self-reflection opportunities provided by a career counselor.
Who can benefit from career counseling?
Anyone can benefit from the self-reflection, skill development, and stress management techniques that career counseling can provide. However, individuals who are feeling overwhelmed or burnt out with their current job and individuals considering a major career change may particularly benefit from career counseling to improve their wellbeing. Additionally, individuals who are facing issues in their current job, such as coworker relationship challenges or not meeting performance goals, may benefit from the perspective that a career counselor can provide. College-age or young professionals may also uniquely benefit from career counseling as they make key decisions surrounding education and job training that will impact their career trajectory.
How long does career counseling typically last?
The length of career counseling can vary greatly depending on the needs of the individual and what type of support they are seeking. Career coaching or advising services—which serve clients in a specific, goal-oriented capacity—often last for a shorter duration and are sometimes only a single session or a few sessions in length. In contrast, career counseling as part of a more integrative therapeutic relationship with a counselor may last longer, particularly if the issues faced by the client are longstanding and/or more complex in nature; in such cases, individuals may expect therapy to last multiple months or longer.
How to prepare for career counseling?
Clients can prepare for career counseling sessions by outlining the specific topics they would like to address with the counselor, such as current job challenges or hopes for the future of their career. Compiling one's thoughts on such topics often requires reflection on one's career and future goals, which in itself can be beneficial for session preparation. Clients may also want to put together a list of questions they would like to ask the counselor, particularly if the career counselor they are seeing has particular expertise in a given career area. Conducting research into potential future jobs, training opportunities, or support resources in one's area may also help clients prepare for career counseling by providing them with a background of what resources are available in their area.