Drug Abuse Therapists in Norfolk, VA

I have over 30 years of experience working as a dually credentialed mental health and substance use disorder provider. I am proud of you for being here, searching for ways to manage your addiction or depression. If you are looking for someone to help guide you through these tough times, you are in the right place - call today!

Do you feel like your alcohol or drug use has been taking over your life? Or have you found out that your teenager has been "self-medicating" by using substances? Things may feel scary or out of control right now but I am here to help light up a path. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and I have years of experience helping individuals 12 and up make healthy changes in their lives.

The individuals that I provide counseling to usually vary in their needs, but can include those seeking Substance Abuse and Biopsychosocial assessments. During services I assist these clients with creating treatment plans in compliance with Virginia Alcohol Safety Action Program. These client receive individual and group therapy to assist with reducing current risk and increase coping skills as well as move toward a more balanced mental health status.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor, a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and a Certified Anger Management Specialist-I. I work with populations from children to senior adults. I have worked in various clinical settings including state and local hospitals, group homes, in-home, and a university counseling center. I have over 30 years of experience providing individual, group, and couples counseling, along with training programs, and seminars on various topics.

I view therapy as a helping relationship grounded in conditions of appreciation, warmth, realness, and compassion. I believe the main goal of therapy is for you to move towards the life YOU desire. As a therapist I practice being a safe host, so you may be able to have experiences that are moving/transforming/insightful. In therapy we can address concerns such as lack of meaning and purpose, unwanted shifts in feelings and thoughts, unhealthy habits, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and wounds that have been difficult to experience throughout life.

Hello there, My name is Darnetta Armistead CSAC, LCSW-S. As a supervisee in social work I take great pride in working with individuals to help them overcome challenges, find their strengths, and live their best lives. I believe that everyone has the potential to heal and grow, and it is my passion to help my clients tap into that potential. My approach is rooted in empathy and authenticity, and I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space where my clients feel seen, heard, and understood.

Hello, my name is Kieshara Matthews. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I provide mental health services and career counseling. I'm passionate about helping people heal from childhood trauma and break generational curses. I currently provide therapy to young adults and adults who seek support in managing the demands of adulting, relationship distress, and family relationships. Providing a non-judgmental, client-centered, and strength-based approach, I provide a warm and safe environment that allows my clients to process their thoughts and feelings to provide clarity when they need it the most.

You tell yourself "I just can't do this anymore" and somehow, you push through the pain and the hurt and you carry on, but only living as an empty shell of who you once were. If it seems like in your relationship, you never talk, and the times you do talk, turn into fights; there is hope. If you or a someone you care about struggles with the ups and downs of substances use; there is hope. If you have been given news of a terminal or life-debilitating illness that has literally taken the breath from your lungs; there is hope. I would be honored if you allowed me to help you find that hope.

Have you heard “You don’t seem like yourself lately is something going on with you?” Is the stress of life overshadowing your joy and purpose? If you have been where you are for a while and now you are finally ready to make a change, I congratulate you on taking the first step. It is never to early (or too late) to be intentional with your life and overall wellness. It is time to make you a priority and give yourself space to focus on you. It is your time to grow, process, explore and heal from the inside out. Allow me to be apart of your journey as you work toward a stronger and healthier you.

I believe that everyone is capable of improving their life circumstances with guided work, and that all should be free from suffering. I evaluate and treat life satisfaction and interpersonal problems, as well as diagnosable mental illnesses. I offer individual, couple, family, and group psychotherapy. I am empathetic, warm, and non-judgmental with appropriate professional boundaries, and use a variety of perspectives and techniques to help clients meet their goals. I do not discriminate on any basis. Dr. Kohn and I are working off a waitlist at this time.

Let’s Do This Together! Appendix Inc. provides compassionate therapeutic support through this journey we call life. We are not meant to journey alone. As therapists, our approach to therapy is assisting you in finding the tools you need to get through. The appendix help you discover YOUR tools needed to live life to the fullest. Berthina McGill, LMHC, LPC. has over 16 years of experience in the mental health field providing services to Children, Adults and Couples. "This field chose me. It identified me and I let go and answered the calling. It is often times we struggle and the answer is simple. I am here to help find that answer!

Do you want an improved quality of life? Are you seeking a safe, objective, therapeutic space where you can work through complex emotions? If so, I would like to assist you. My approach is centered on Self-Determination. My goal is to help clients become the best version of themselves by developing emotional tools to navigate life's challenges in a way that promotes empowerment, self-determination, and resiliency. I have been working in the behavioral health profession for approximately 20 years & I have a genuine passion for the helping profession. I also offer clinical supervision services for those working toward LCSW and CSAC.

My approach is evidence-based, client-centered, and trauma-informed. I prioritize providing a safe, inclusive environment for clients experiencing difficulties or life stressors. I believe building rapport and establishing trust is the important first step in the therapeutic relationship. When working with clients, a collaborative approach is utilized to identify their therapy expectations and develop personalized treatment goals.

I am compassionate and believe in meeting a person where they are utilizing their strengths to help them manage their emotional stability in a non-judgmental environment, with the belief we are equal. My belief and approach are based on the client’s oversee their own counseling experiences working together to gain tools needed to manage their own emotional stability. I integrated several different approaches such as CBT, Person Centered, Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment in different and unique therapeutic areas along with therapeutic play therapy.

Hi! I am excited that you have landed on my profile! Finding the right therapist is a very important part of the process when you are looking to make meaningful changes in your life. I am currently taking new clients and eager to help you if you feel we would be a good fit! I earned my Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Old Dominion University. My decision to pursue a degree in counseling was developed by working through my own personal challenges. Through that experience, I developed a passion to put my understanding of overcoming hard times and difficulties into helping others do the same.

Hi, I'm Michelle Gorden, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia and a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). I specialize in treating mood disorders, trauma, and PTSD. My background is diverse and supports my ability to help my clients reach their highest potential. I strive to work collaboratively with each client in a non-judgmental space to improve overall happiness and well-being. Counseling can help you with many stressors in life such as anxiety, depression, grief, eating disorders, family conflict, and self-exploration.

I am currently licensed to practice and supervise in Virginia , DC and Vermont. I provide clinical supervision for those seeking their LPC, LCSW or CSAC. I provide this in person as well as through Skype, etc. I am board approved in the state of Virginia. I am also a person-centered therapist and believe in treating all people with unconditional positive regard. My main approach is CBT. My ideal client is one who is aware that they have a problem and are willing to change the way they think.My fee is $45 for half an hour of therapy or half an hour of supervision, $90 for an hour of either.

In today's world, the demands from work and family often leave no time to manage the things that are constantly on your mind. Do you often feel that parenting is a constant demand? Do you seem to overthink a lot of your decisions? Do you have thoughts and anxieties that keep you from getting to sleep or have nagging thoughts? Has our current world left you feeling isolated and unsupported?

Feeling disconnected in relationships? It's an honor that you are choosing me as part of your journey to peace and well-being. I’m sure you are wondering to yourself: Who are you and can you help me? Absolutely, I can! I have helped clients past for the past 6 years with addictions, relational problems, and other attachment wounds. I assist couples with understanding the obstacles to fulfilling relationships. Together, we will discover a renewed sense of yourself with more realistic thinking, fewer worries, and happier connections. I have a passion for helping couples with a history of trauma and those from marginalized backgrounds.