Children (6 to 10) Therapists in Newport News, VA

My goal is to work with you to gain a better sense of self. Let’s work together to improve your well-being through self exploration, guidance, education, team work and positivity. I have a focus on substance abuse therapy to assist you with your recovery.

Behavioral Health Counseling and Substance Abuse Services (BHCSA) is dedicated to providing personal and confidential mental health services to individuals, families, veterans and communities. We are committed to improving lives and helping each individual create a path to a better you. In a safe and caring environment, we are devoted to helping those in need achieve their mental health and wellness goals while experiencing long lasting and meaningful results.

My specialization focuses on (a) children, (b) couples and families, and (c) adults who are experiencing relationship or emotion regulation challenges. Typically the couples/ families I see are looking for practical tools to revitalize their relationships and gain greater insight about more effective patterns of communication. The children I see are often eager to engage in the therapy room, as they learn tools of creative expression and play therapy. The men and women that I see are often eager make changes in their life towards greater self-growth, less anxiety, and more comfort moving towards things that are important (values).

There are many different challenges in our busy day-to-day lives. It is my goal to assist individuals who are struggling to find their way, cope with a recent loss, build their strengths, and focus on empowering people to facilitate change. By offering a safe & supportive environment for my clients, I provide a holistic approach to therapy that helps individuals become aware of the mind-body connection. I have thorough knowledge & experience counseling children and adolescents, where I am able to connect with them at their level in order to help nurture their growth and help navigate them as they achieve their emotional milestones.

Kimberly Green is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (LPC, CSAC) in the state of Virginia with over 18 years of experience working in a variety of settings with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families, and veterans. Kimberly earned her Master's degree in Counseling from Norfolk State University and specializes in cognitive behavioral (CBT), behavior modification, client-centered, rational-emotive, family systems (FST), and brief solution-focused therapies (BSFT).

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Congratulations. You've taken the first step to begin feeling better. Whether searching for tele-health, or in person services, we can help you. Telehealth may not seem like it is enough when you are in pain and that is understandable. I can assure you that it works and maybe even better for today's climate. One area of specialty I have chosen is First Responder care. This looks different for all, and is highly client-driven. Clients choose their own goals and programs according to their needs. Please call me today to discuss your options.

I am Licensed Psychotherapist and Psychoanalyst, Board Certified Clinical Sexologist, and Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am also a Diplomate, Board of Clinical Sexology. I have been a therapist for over 30 years. My team of Psychiatrists,Psychologists & clinicians service over 500 clients monthly. This team approach affords you an opportunity to capitalize on the 150 years of therapeutic expertise of the entire staff. Their specialties include: Marriage/Couple/divorce, Work Related Stress, Depression, Addictions, Gay/Lesbian/Gender Issues, Sex counseling & therapy, Anger Management, PTSD, Juveniles & Adolescent, Physical -Emotional-Verbal Abuse, Grief, Attention functioning & learning disorders

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.

I am now accepting DAY-TIME clients! Be the child you wished would change the world”. My philosophy is that by fostering change in the younger versions of society, then we can influence real change. Welcome to Heart-Led Counseling and Consulting, where I take great pride in working with people, especially children, teenagers, and adolescents. The child in us all is not my focus, but the aspects of the child, the carefree voice, the ability to live out loud, love out loud, and heal out loud before life’s challenges silenced our voices.

Robin Rukin is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia who has been practicing since 1998. She has a B. S in Psychology from Old Dominion University and an MS. Ed. in Counseling from Old Dominion University. Robin has experience with different populations treating developmental disabilities, has the ability to guide individuals towards meeting their goals, and incorporates client interests (music, poetry, writing) into the therapeutic process. Outside of work, Robin enjoys cooking, listening to music, supporting animal rescues, and spending time with family.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 15 years of experience supporting individuals on their journey to heal and thrive. I integrate a strength-based approach, utilizing cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness practices to help anyone struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, maladaptive behaviors, executive functioning skills and life transitions. Besides adults, I have particular experience in the public school system helping children and adolescents. I use warm, nurturing yet direct approach to foster confidence, emotional intelligence, and positive self-expressions.

You want to be the person you know you are deep down, but you do not know how to wade through the layers of who you feel you need to be for others or the way you feel you need to present to meet external expectations. You feel lost. You feel misunderstood.You may even struggle to get through the day or week. You feel alone. I want you to know that you are not alone.

Krystle Stricklin, LCSW believes that the counseling process is a collaborative journey and she aims to create a comfortable and supportive environment of trust where she and her clients can explore emotional needs and overcome barriers that limit full potential. She works together with her clients to discover their hidden resources and strengths, to bring new insights, and improved quality of life. She combines several therapeutic orientations to meet the needs of her clients including Person-Centered, Cognitive-Behavioral, Solution-Focused, Motivational Interviewing, Grief Counseling, and Mindfulness Therapies.

I help clients to manifest their true potential. I want them to feel like they are being supported and heard. The clients want to feel like they are more than just their struggles.

Everyone has needs, if we didn't we would not be human. Your individuality is what makes you who you are. Are you lost, unsure, anxious, nervous, sad, down, unmotivated, pissed off, angry, having your emotions going every which way, racing thoughts, nightmares, flashbacks, ect. What is your goal and how are you going to reach it? Let's work together from the Shadows to your Life.

Your journey is your own. Allow yourself to be free within your feelings. I am a Resident in Counseling that operates from a place of compassion and empathy. I specialize in providing individuals with the tools to manage challenges, stressors, and anxiety. We will cultivate an environment to encourage you, the client, to openly express your thoughts/emotions so that we can focus on setting goals, identifying triggers, feelings, and patterns, developing healthy/positive attitudes and behaviors, and problem-solving. Change requires patience, determination, dedication, and commitment to the therapeutic process.

I believe in the human spirit and our capacity to make positive changes in all aspects of our lives, even in the face of adversity. By exploring our thought patterns, we can better identify feelings that affect our actions on a daily basis. We can then make effective changes that improve the quality of our lives, decreasing stress, anxiety, and depression and providing us with a more peaceful and joyful life. I also believe in the benefit of human interaction with other loving creatures; you will meet my little Yorkie-Poo therapy partner, Mojo, when you come to visit me. He loves children and adults.

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.