Marriage Counseling Therapists in Henrico County, VA

I believe that people already have within them the power to heal, meet their goals, and be the best version of themselves. I believe that my job is to help you harness that power! I believe that families, couples, and individuals are affected by the systems wherein they exist, whether that means societal, familial, generational or personal patterns, and that their experiences with those systems affect the way they are able to connect with the world around them.

My name is Matt Sandford and I have been practicing as a Licensed Professional Counselor for 14 years now, with 16 years of total experience. I believe that creating a safe space enables people to explore and process the stuff on their minds and in their hearts, which can lead to healthiness, strength, and growth. I have a variety of experiences, but I specialize in stress and anxiety, relationship challenges, marriage, self-worth challenges, and spiritual challenges.

You don't have to go through this alone. The strength that has brought you to this page today is proof that you posses the ability to make positive changes and restore your relationships. I am here to guide you through the process of restoring health and balance. Please don't hesitate to contact me. Whether you are struggling with communication, conflict, parenting, or intimacy I am here to help.

I have been helping individuals and families with relationships for over 30 years. I offer the kind of understanding that only a specialist can provide. I help enhance the quality of lives, solving life's inevitable challenges, resolving marriage and family conflicts and overcoming grief and loss. I us a family systems approach to help with marital and multigenerational family problems to help you define a self and reduce your anxiety in your marriage and family. I listen and help you learn who you are, how you would like to be and to develop the courage and tools to change.

I began practicing Christian counseling in 1992 after working as a social worker and substance abuse treatment counselor since 1984. I graduated from Regent University in 1989 where I learned how to integrate psychology with a view of what fits a Biblical/Christian counseling approach. Although most of my clients want Christian counseling, some are just looking for a moral perspective. About half of my caseload are individuals with issues like depression, anxiety, sexual trauma and stressful life situations. The other half are couples and families working through marital and child/adolescent problems and the impact on their families.

People seek therapy for various reasons, but I understand that, regardless of the reason(s), people need an active listener for support, reflection and at times, "soft" and/or straightforward, and respectful feedback. I honor the work my clients do and am a calm listener, as well as an active therapist when needed. I offer individual, couples/marital, and family therapy 18 years and older. I have 30 yrs of varied experience and hope to help you in the ways you are looking for.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 11 years of experience in the field. I have worked with youth, adults, couples, and families with diverse mental health concerns. I specialize in relationship issues, family conflict, coping skills, and life transitions alongside anxiety, depression, and grief. During sessions, I utilize a mix of strength-based, culturally sensitive, person-centered, humanistic,and compassion-focused therapies. I ensure that I answer any questions my clients have for me as a therapist or the therapy process and get a sense of their expectations and goals for treatment.

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.

I believe that as human beings, our being matters more than our doing. I help people foster peace with themselves apart from anything they could ever accomplish or do. I also believe that we are all made to be in relationship with one another. Relationships are where we learn love, comfort, encouragement, joy, and hope. Alternately, they are also where we experience pain, abuse, abandonment, and rejection. It is my desire that my clients are able to reflect on the pain of their past with peace and hope and are able to have healthy and joy-filled relationships with others.

Rhiannon Alley is a Licensed Professional Counselor from the Richmond area, she completed her undergraduate degree at Virginia Tech and obtained her Master’s in Marriage and Family Counseling at The College of William and Mary. Rhiannon has worked with families, couples, youth, and adults in multiple settings; she became a Certified Sex Offender Treatment Provider while working with at-risk youth in residential treatment centers. Rhiannon is driven to assist clients overcome and manage traumatic experiences, depression, anxiety, aggression, and mood disturbances.

Sara Kuntz is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 10 years of professional experience working with clients of all ages who are struggling to manage conditions or issues related to postpartum depression, academic-related problems, low self-esteem, sex, sexual orientation, chronic stress, and women’s issues. Sara graduated with her Bachelor's degree in Art Therapy from Seton Hill University and continued her education, receiving her Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy from Seton Hill University, as well.

I enjoy working with couples or those who want to improve their relationships in life. I have years of experience with couples seeking counseling because of conflict and crisis or those who would like to re-ignite the passion and intimacy in their relationship that they once had. I have worked with couples from diverse populations including African American, Latinos, Caucasian, Asian, and Middle-Eastern. I also work with individuals who are struggling with life changes such as divorce, employment changes, parenting, caring for family members, and death of a loved one.

Do you find yourself saying, "How did I get here?" or "Something has to change". Often life presents us with the challenges of marriage and relationship struggles, parenting issues, questions of faith and spirituality, financial uncertainty, and, for many, traumatic experiences. I specialize in partnering with you to determine a new path forward with more freedom and greater meaning and purpose. The process of therapy is always guided by your values and goals. You have options and you have all that you need to move forward into the life that you have hoped for.

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.

“The only constant in life is change; therefore one must adapt and overcome.” Let’s work together to build the life you want to live. Good Day! My name is Sharvae Crowner and I am a Resident in Counseling with 3 years of experience working with individuals and military families in Virginia. I have a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Sociology and received my Master’s degree in Marriage, Couple and Family Counseling with an emphasis in Military Families and Culture from Walden University.

Sometimes life can feel overwhelming and frustrating. Stress in our lives can come from many different sources: communication difficulties, parenting children, unrealistic expectations at work, academic struggles. These challenges can become confusing and depressing if left in isolation. By addressing these issues in a safe, trusting counseling environment many of these stressors can be reduced.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in depression, anxiety, marital/relationship challenges, postpartum symptoms, stress management, and life transitions. I am familiar with working with a broad population to include individuals, families, and couples that are facing challenges navigating mental health symptoms, adjusting to transitions, developing healthy coping techniques, and managing day-to day stress. I work to support my clients in identifying where they are now, where they want to be, and how to get there.

Marriage counseling is my area of specialty. I'm a marriage and family therapist who has made relationship dynamics my exclusive focus and expertise. I specialize in working with couples who have experienced infidelity in their marriage, where one partner has had an affair. I also work with communication blockages, fighting all the time, lack of intimacy, and loss of the "loving feeling" for each other. Please visit my webpage at Well Marriage Center to learn all about my philosophy and marriage-friendly approach (one- click link on the left under my picture).

At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.