Female Therapists in New Kent, VA

I am a licensed clinical social worker with a specialty serving infants, toddlers and pre-school aged children and their families, and also serve elementary school-aged children. As a parent and a professional, I know how challenging parenting young children can be. I also know how foundational the early years are to children and newly developing families. I want to support caregivers to figure out strategies for best supporting and encouraging their children's behavior. This can include supporting a child who experiences an unfortunate hardship/ trauma, a family experiencing difficulties, or a child who displays challenging behavior.

My ideal client is someone that is confused and/or disappointed in their relationships and the direction that their life is taking. Although they are aware of the part that their family, spouse, job and personal environment plays in their situation, they are willing to explore the part that they play in their difficulties. I consider motivation and a beginning level ability to communicate necessary if the work we do together has a chance to be successful.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. My experience includes treating mood and anxiety disorders, such as depression, bipolar disorder, social anxiety, generalized anxiety, panic disorder, OCD, and PTSD in adults and adolescents. I also work with gay/lesbian/ bisexual/ and transgendered clients. I work with people to improve their self-esteem, self-confidence, handle anger issues and relationships. My goal is to empower individuals to take control of their lives. I believe people have the ability to heal themselves and talking with someone can make a difference.

I believe people are capable of healing, change, and being their better selves regardless of current or past experiences. In my office you will receive professional support, feedback, and encouragement. Together we will work to gain insight and implement effective strategies for change. Counseling need not be a long drawn out process. Knowing the critical factor for counseling success is the relationship between you and your therapist, I focus on understanding your experience and perspective without judgment and with a genuine desire to help. In times of pain and suffering we all need to feel we are not alone.

Life can be daunting and stressful. For every difficulty, there is a solution. I believe it is within us all to become energized to lead happy, productive lives. Sometimes we need some extra support to reach our goals. My favorite part about being a psychotherapist is helping people realize their strengths and become empowered to lead healthy lives. This power is within all of us. We need to tap into it. I can help you learn how to do that. I have had an extensive background in the mental health field for the past 30 years. I enjoy working with adolescents, families, couples, and people addicted to anything.

I care deeply and believe people can adapt to their life circumstances if given the necessary tools. It is not for lack of will but for lack of skill that people are not thriving. Therefore, my focus in therapy is to equip and empower individuals, couples and families to achieve healing. Having worked as a missionary for two decades and lived in three different continents, I possess a rich multicultural background, a love for diversity as well as the languages to communicate.

Hi! I’m Leah Tharp, a resident in counseling who works with preteens (11+), teens, young adults and adults looking for more peace, confidence, and meaning in their lives. Being a counselor informs how I approach therapy, both from my educational background and past work experiences in that I view each person as the expert on themselves and myself as a guide. Together in therapy we will look at the forces that have shaped you and your beliefs to help you better understand yourself, your environment, and your thoughts and feelings. I am a graduate of the University of Lynchburg and Marymount University and also a newlywed!

I specialize in working with patients who have been impacted by substance use disorder. I also have worked with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, emotional regulation, self-esteem, and confidence. I focus on the struggles that come with different transitional stages in our lives and use different techniques to address emotional distress, coping mechanisms, and emotional intelligence. I use strength-based techniques along with CBT and solution-focused therapeutic models to assist with achieving therapeutic goals. I have worked with adolescents, college students, and adults in many different settings.

My approach is centered in unconditional acceptance of my Client’s experiences and feelings. I strive to create an environment in which my Client can use their individual strengths to make constructive changes in the areas in their life which they are struggling. I utilize a holistic approach, individually tailored to the needs and concerns of each individual, couple, or family I work with. Drawing from person-centered, cognitive-behavioral, and solution focused theories. In an effort to ensure counseling services are emotionally beneficial, behaviorally focused, and holistically bound.