Female Therapists in Lynchburg, VA
Yvonne Wutka is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Her approach tends to be straightforward and authentic, and she makes it a point to be real with her clients. She says that while she does not sugarcoat things, she is also genuinely empathetic and understanding. Yvonne uses a solution focused style of therapy that helps her clients to produce their own solutions that best work for them to make positive changes for their lives. Yvonne creates a treatment plan for each client and adapts her style as needed. She also helps individuals and family members walk through their healing process by using Eye Movement Desensitization
Yvonne Wutka is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Her approach tends to be straightforward and authentic, and she makes it a point to be real with her clients. She says that while she does not sugarcoat things, she is also genuinely empathetic and understanding. Yvonne uses a solution focused style of therapy that helps her clients to produce their own solutions that best work for them to make positive changes for their lives. Yvonne creates a treatment plan for each client and adapts her style as needed. She also helps individuals and family members walk through their healing process by using Eye Movement Desensitization
Hello! I have been a licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist for 15 years. I specialize in working with issues like anger management, anxiety, depression, coping skills, and stress. I’ve worked with the general population, as well as specific groups such as veterans and those with severe mental illnesses. I use evidence-based techniques and incorporate Christian Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic, and more. Whether you’re grappling with the consequences of the pandemic, ever-present psychosocial stressors, or unresolved issues of the past, therapy can help.
Hello! I have been a licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist for 15 years. I specialize in working with issues like anger management, anxiety, depression, coping skills, and stress. I’ve worked with the general population, as well as specific groups such as veterans and those with severe mental illnesses. I use evidence-based techniques and incorporate Christian Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic, and more. Whether you’re grappling with the consequences of the pandemic, ever-present psychosocial stressors, or unresolved issues of the past, therapy can help.
If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, intrusive thoughts, grief or relationship issues I'd love to be a part of your journey.
If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, intrusive thoughts, grief or relationship issues I'd love to be a part of your journey.
DBT Group Lynchburg Dialectical-Behavioral-Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Lynchburg, VA 24502
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is a type of talk therapy for those who experience emotions intensely. It focuses on helping people accept themselves as they are, feel safe, and manage their emotions with the goal of no longer being destructive to themselves or their relationships. You are exhausted as you go through the cycle, trying to stop on your own, yet one more time. You feel, helpless, hopeless, and terrified of what the future holds. You want desperately to break free but your best efforts end only in more disappointment and shame. There is help! It can end today! Our group is powerful & can help you forward!
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is a type of talk therapy for those who experience emotions intensely. It focuses on helping people accept themselves as they are, feel safe, and manage their emotions with the goal of no longer being destructive to themselves or their relationships. You are exhausted as you go through the cycle, trying to stop on your own, yet one more time. You feel, helpless, hopeless, and terrified of what the future holds. You want desperately to break free but your best efforts end only in more disappointment and shame. There is help! It can end today! Our group is powerful & can help you forward!
Ashlie Manuel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT, CAPT
Verified Verified
Lynchburg, VA 24502 (Online Only)
I am glad you are here taking the first step. I believe that counseling is a collaborative effort between the counselor and client to create a relationship that empowers clients to accomplish their mental health and wellness goals. I believe that this can be best done through a trauma informed approach that also focuses on the mind, body, and emotions.
I am glad you are here taking the first step. I believe that counseling is a collaborative effort between the counselor and client to create a relationship that empowers clients to accomplish their mental health and wellness goals. I believe that this can be best done through a trauma informed approach that also focuses on the mind, body, and emotions.
I'm Anita Abotsi, a Licensed Professional Counselor with 9 years of experience in the mental health field. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Rhode Island College and my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University. Throughout my career, I've worked in diverse settings including community-based mental health programs, crisis stabilization units, and substance abuse recovery centers. I provide counseling services to both youth and adults, addressing a wide array of concerns.
I'm Anita Abotsi, a Licensed Professional Counselor with 9 years of experience in the mental health field. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Rhode Island College and my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University. Throughout my career, I've worked in diverse settings including community-based mental health programs, crisis stabilization units, and substance abuse recovery centers. I provide counseling services to both youth and adults, addressing a wide array of concerns.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia. I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, teens, young adults and families struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, behavioral issues, mood disorders, daily life stressors, self-esteem, identity development and self-concept issues. Additionally, enjoy working with at-risk youth and children and adolescents in foster care.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia. I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, teens, young adults and families struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, behavioral issues, mood disorders, daily life stressors, self-esteem, identity development and self-concept issues. Additionally, enjoy working with at-risk youth and children and adolescents in foster care.
Berkley Holston
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lynchburg, VA 24503
Waitlist for new clients
I was born and raised in Lynchburg, Virginia, but have had the amazing opportunity to live and work all over the country including: Washington, DC; New Orleans, LA; Miami, FL and Boulder, CO. Lynchburg is by far my favorite place and I was happy to return home in 2005. I enjoy cooking, gardening, reading and spending time with my family and friends. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I graduated from the University of Northern Colorado in 2003 with an undergraduate degree in Psychology and a Masters degree in Community Counseling with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Counseling.
I was born and raised in Lynchburg, Virginia, but have had the amazing opportunity to live and work all over the country including: Washington, DC; New Orleans, LA; Miami, FL and Boulder, CO. Lynchburg is by far my favorite place and I was happy to return home in 2005. I enjoy cooking, gardening, reading and spending time with my family and friends. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I graduated from the University of Northern Colorado in 2003 with an undergraduate degree in Psychology and a Masters degree in Community Counseling with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Counseling.
Nicole M Taylor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lynchburg, VA 24502
Waitlist for new clients
I have over ten years of experience in the mental health field, working with a variety of individuals across many backgrounds and treatment needs. I enjoy working with teens and young adults with anxiety who are transitioning between phases of life, as well as mothers who are trying to find balance in life. I have been certified in the treatment of trauma and am honored when someone trusts me enough to allow me into some of the darkest moments of their lives. My primary strategy is to provide a warm and safe environment based on kindness and empathic understanding.
I have over ten years of experience in the mental health field, working with a variety of individuals across many backgrounds and treatment needs. I enjoy working with teens and young adults with anxiety who are transitioning between phases of life, as well as mothers who are trying to find balance in life. I have been certified in the treatment of trauma and am honored when someone trusts me enough to allow me into some of the darkest moments of their lives. My primary strategy is to provide a warm and safe environment based on kindness and empathic understanding.
Sunday Rae Towles
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, S
Verified Verified
Lynchburg, VA 24502
Waitlist for new clients
My experiences ranges from working with married couples, single adults, and adolescents. My particular training has focused on women who have experienced sexual trauma, with adjacent issues of depression, body image, self worth, and healthy relationships.
My experiences ranges from working with married couples, single adults, and adolescents. My particular training has focused on women who have experienced sexual trauma, with adjacent issues of depression, body image, self worth, and healthy relationships.
Lisa Taylor ~ Life Design Network
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Lynchburg, VA 24502
Lisa Taylor’s Life Design Network, specializes in counseling individuals of various backgrounds, including children, adolescents, and adults. Services Provided: Individual Counseling Family Counseling Parent-Child Relationship Counseling Couples Counseling Parenting Anger Management Workshops Consulting and Clinical Supervision to LMHP-Residents Issues: Anger Management Anxiety Bipolar Disorder Depression Emotional Disturbance Family Conflict Grief Life Transitions Parent-Child Relationship Issues Peer Relationship Issues.
Lisa Taylor’s Life Design Network, specializes in counseling individuals of various backgrounds, including children, adolescents, and adults. Services Provided: Individual Counseling Family Counseling Parent-Child Relationship Counseling Couples Counseling Parenting Anger Management Workshops Consulting and Clinical Supervision to LMHP-Residents Issues: Anger Management Anxiety Bipolar Disorder Depression Emotional Disturbance Family Conflict Grief Life Transitions Parent-Child Relationship Issues Peer Relationship Issues.
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Relationships and life are difficult to navigate. I am passionate about coming alongside those who are weary in the difficult and commend you for taking the step of courage to pursue counseling. It is an honor to be answering the call from God to work as a therapist and provide a space to wrestle with big questions. My greatest desire is to provide a therapeutic space where you experience safety, are seen and heard, and know your value as you explore presenting concerns and set goals for the future. Thank you for choosing this step for yourself!
Relationships and life are difficult to navigate. I am passionate about coming alongside those who are weary in the difficult and commend you for taking the step of courage to pursue counseling. It is an honor to be answering the call from God to work as a therapist and provide a space to wrestle with big questions. My greatest desire is to provide a therapeutic space where you experience safety, are seen and heard, and know your value as you explore presenting concerns and set goals for the future. Thank you for choosing this step for yourself!
Kristin Doan
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Lynchburg, VA 24502 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience working in the field of mental health for over ten years, providing both inpatient and outpatient services. My experience includes treating adults and adolescents struggling with depression/anxiety and emotion regulation, substance abuse, trauma-related concerns, and serious mental illnesses. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques to assist my clients in reaching their goals and develop insight which leads to healing, peace, and acceptance.
I have experience working in the field of mental health for over ten years, providing both inpatient and outpatient services. My experience includes treating adults and adolescents struggling with depression/anxiety and emotion regulation, substance abuse, trauma-related concerns, and serious mental illnesses. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques to assist my clients in reaching their goals and develop insight which leads to healing, peace, and acceptance.
I work with individuals navigating challenging life circumstances including anxiety, depression, personality disorders, marital challenges, eating disorders, and past trauma/PTSD. I help individuals who are willing to look into their past experiences and emotional needs in order to more thoroughly understand their current patterns and behaviors, and create a more fulfilling life for themselves.
I work with individuals navigating challenging life circumstances including anxiety, depression, personality disorders, marital challenges, eating disorders, and past trauma/PTSD. I help individuals who are willing to look into their past experiences and emotional needs in order to more thoroughly understand their current patterns and behaviors, and create a more fulfilling life for themselves.
My name is Keshawna Tiggle and I'm a Licensed Professional Counseling (LPC) in Virginia. My approach to therapy is very much person-centered. Clients are in control of their lives and treatment and I'm here to support through the use of various empathetic interventions. I have years of experience working with individuals, who struggle with various mood disorders, anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, self-harm, depression, life changes, school challenges, self-esteem, etc.
My name is Keshawna Tiggle and I'm a Licensed Professional Counseling (LPC) in Virginia. My approach to therapy is very much person-centered. Clients are in control of their lives and treatment and I'm here to support through the use of various empathetic interventions. I have years of experience working with individuals, who struggle with various mood disorders, anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, self-harm, depression, life changes, school challenges, self-esteem, etc.
Mariah Waller
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
Lynchburg, VA 24502 (Online Only)
I seek to walk with adult clients to a healthy understanding of themselves and find positive, long-term coping skills. Whether we are exploring parent-child relationship wounds or the day-to-day stressors; I hope to guide you toward self-understanding, gently challenge your current thinking, and impact your future with a fresh perspective. The goal is to provide an integrated sense of self and facilitate that wholeness with your loved ones, community, and others.
I seek to walk with adult clients to a healthy understanding of themselves and find positive, long-term coping skills. Whether we are exploring parent-child relationship wounds or the day-to-day stressors; I hope to guide you toward self-understanding, gently challenge your current thinking, and impact your future with a fresh perspective. The goal is to provide an integrated sense of self and facilitate that wholeness with your loved ones, community, and others.
Aline Ehade
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lynchburg, VA 24502 (Online Only)
Welcome, I'm glad you are here! I'm Aline and I empower you to reconnect with your authentic self, and achieve your goals in counseling. I believe you already possess within you the capacity and resources to resolve your own issues and just need the support in therapy to tap into your strengths to enhance your mental wellness.
Welcome, I'm glad you are here! I'm Aline and I empower you to reconnect with your authentic self, and achieve your goals in counseling. I believe you already possess within you the capacity and resources to resolve your own issues and just need the support in therapy to tap into your strengths to enhance your mental wellness.
I love to help others feel comfortable in sharing their stories without guilt and shame. I try to give an open space for clients to share what they are looking for during counseling and specific outcomes they would like to achieve. One of my goals is to help clients take time to become aware of their thoughts and feelings amid demanding work, school, and personal schedules. I am passionate about helping other's slow down in the midst of our hurried world and engage in practices that increase awareness of ourselves and of God within our story.
I love to help others feel comfortable in sharing their stories without guilt and shame. I try to give an open space for clients to share what they are looking for during counseling and specific outcomes they would like to achieve. One of my goals is to help clients take time to become aware of their thoughts and feelings amid demanding work, school, and personal schedules. I am passionate about helping other's slow down in the midst of our hurried world and engage in practices that increase awareness of ourselves and of God within our story.
Do you find yourself struggling in your relationships with others or even your relationship with yourself? Have you experienced religious trauma or deep church hurt? Are you seeking support and guidance through life's challenges? Are you looking for a safe space to share your thoughts and feelings? I specialize in providing empathetic, compassionate and effective counseling for individuals, couples, and families to help navigate your unique journey toward emotional well-being and personal and spiritual growth.
Do you find yourself struggling in your relationships with others or even your relationship with yourself? Have you experienced religious trauma or deep church hurt? Are you seeking support and guidance through life's challenges? Are you looking for a safe space to share your thoughts and feelings? I specialize in providing empathetic, compassionate and effective counseling for individuals, couples, and families to help navigate your unique journey toward emotional well-being and personal and spiritual growth.
Dawn Peterson-Lewis
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Lynchburg, VA 24502 (Online Only)
Dawn Peterson-Lewis, is a licensed professional counselor with over 16 years of experience in consulting, coaching, and mental health. Dawn is passionate about empowering women and teens to begin their healing process through counseling services that prioritize trauma-informed care and evidence-based theories.
Dawn Peterson-Lewis, is a licensed professional counselor with over 16 years of experience in consulting, coaching, and mental health. Dawn is passionate about empowering women and teens to begin their healing process through counseling services that prioritize trauma-informed care and evidence-based theories.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.