Christian Therapists in Hopewell, VA

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.

Hello! I am so glad that you reached out today. I have been providing clinical care to children, adolescents, adults, and families for over ten years and enjoy incorporating a holistic approach to help client achieve healing, and reach their treatment goals. A collaborative approach is important and I look forward to partnering with you to help you achieve the healing, growth, and the change you desire! I specialize in trauma, caregiver fatigue, burnout, and body positivity. I also enjoy incorporating mind-body work, movement, and mindful-eating principles to help you heal from the inside out.

Hello! I am so happy that you decided to take the first step in making a change. I know that it may have taken a lot of courage to take the first step, but you should be proud that you did. I'm proud of you! On our journey through life, we will endure many twists and turns, but how we navigate, makes all the difference. I am here to help you navigate those twists and turns from an understanding, non-judgmental, open-minded, supportive, and interactive perspective. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have over 7 years of experience. I have a direct approach, that is rooted in love and empathy.

If you are seeking healing, recovery, restoration, and growth from trauma, relational, communication, boundaries, grief or loss challenges, you have come to the right place. I would be honored to support you thrive in this season of your life. My private practice is Living Hope Counseling, LLC, where Hope, Healing & Restoration Meet. I support individuals by identifying their strengths, setting and working toward their goals. I collaborate with clients to increase self-compassion as they empower themselves to reach their goals.

Do you feel defeated, left behind, unable to trust, unlovable or unloved? Do you struggle with past experiences that haunt your present and future causing shame, grief or re experienced trauma in everyday living? If so, know that it is my honor to walk along side you as you journey toward healing. I enjoy assisting individuals, couples and families regain peace, balance and will power with strategies to move forward through crisis moments. My name is Tracci Parham and I am a Pastoral Counselor whos certified in pre-marital/ marriage counseling, and trained in crisis and trauma care, Transformational Prayer Ministry and EMDR.

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.

My counseling experience includes working with individuals who have experienced a variety of reasons for seeking help to include but not limited to trauma, grief/loss, substance abuse, self-worth/self-esteem issues, stress management, relationship challenges, symptom management, spiritual conflicts, effective/assertive communication, depression and anxiety. Additionally, I have facilitated support and counseling groups for the geriatric population and their adult caregivers. I am also a Certified PREPARE/ENRICH facilitator. I specialize in Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and anxiety.

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.

At Light Counseling, our team of professionally trained and compassionate clinicians are here to help you overcome life’s challenges with evidence-based practices and a distinctly Christian approach. Our professionals specialize in helping with many of the following issues: ADD/ADHD, Adolescence Adjustments, Alcohol Abuse and Addictions, Anger Management, Anxiety, Attachment Disorders, Child Abuse/Victim Support, Childhood Behavioral Problems, Compulsions, Depression, Drug Abuse and Addiction, Family Issues, Grief and Loss, Infidelity, Marital Stress, Men’s Issues, Obsession, Panic Attacks, Parenting and Step-Parenting Concerns, Phobias, Pornography, Post Traumatic Stress Issues, and more.

Many times, people seek counseling because they are unhappy, feel stressed or frustrated with a relationship or situation. When things seem to be getting worse, not better, despite your efforts to change, counseling can help. I want to thank you in advance for choosing counseling to make a positive change in your life. As a counseling professional with more than 20 years of experience helping adults, college students, adolescents, and children, I firmly believe that counseling leads to emotional healing, personal, and spiritual growth.

I am a trauma-informed resident in counseling working toward my LPC. I help those struggling with anxiety, depression, complex trauma, PTSD, D.I.D, self-harm, sexual struggles, and some addictions. My approach is rooted in sensorimotor psychotherapy, interpersonal neurobiology, neuroscience, and narrative therapy, among other evidence-based practices, CBT, DBT, IFS, etc. With an understanding of how trauma impacts the brain, mind, and body, I provide a safe space for healing; by listening and understanding your perspective to identify what’s working for you and what you want to change.