Marriage Counseling Therapists in Portsmouth, VA
I bring expertise in communication barriers, pre marital counseling, self-esteem and spirituality.
If you find yourself emotionally worn out and you seemingly are becoming more hopeless with no opportunities for growth, it may be time to consider life maintenance. I am here to offer you something different that may add a spark of fire to life. I work with individuals and couples to help you overcome troubling experiences and mindsets that are cycling. Reaching out may be just the thing to find your inner strengths. I have provided pastoral assistance to individuals, couples, and groups during my 15 years in ministry.
I bring expertise in communication barriers, pre marital counseling, self-esteem and spirituality.
If you find yourself emotionally worn out and you seemingly are becoming more hopeless with no opportunities for growth, it may be time to consider life maintenance. I am here to offer you something different that may add a spark of fire to life. I work with individuals and couples to help you overcome troubling experiences and mindsets that are cycling. Reaching out may be just the thing to find your inner strengths. I have provided pastoral assistance to individuals, couples, and groups during my 15 years in ministry.
Tea & Empathy Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, VA 23704
There are times when we all need a little help, someone to listen, empathize with, and validate our feelings. We all have a desire to find meaning and purpose in our lives and at times, our path can be challenging and seem never ending. Still, we strive to continue on our journey, and having someone come alongside you on your journey through the art of healing can be the push or respite you need.
There are times when we all need a little help, someone to listen, empathize with, and validate our feelings. We all have a desire to find meaning and purpose in our lives and at times, our path can be challenging and seem never ending. Still, we strive to continue on our journey, and having someone come alongside you on your journey through the art of healing can be the push or respite you need.
I want to assist clients recognize and manifest their full potential. Given the appropriate and adequate support, no matter how difficult the situation, you can change/heal and thrive. Even if we are working with difficult subjects, therapy is meant to engage a part of us that loves to know the truth about ourselves.
I want to assist clients recognize and manifest their full potential. Given the appropriate and adequate support, no matter how difficult the situation, you can change/heal and thrive. Even if we are working with difficult subjects, therapy is meant to engage a part of us that loves to know the truth about ourselves.
I welcome individuals and couples who are struggling with sex/intimacy, anxiety, trauma, and identity. Navigating life's challenges can often feel isolating. If you've ever felt hesitant or unsure about discussing topics that many consider unconventional or taboo, know that you've found a welcoming space here. We could also work on processing traumas and anxiety, and building your coping toolbox. I'm also a strong advocate (and part of) the LGBTQIA+ community, poly aware, and kink/BDSM aware. I'm continuously updating my knowledge to stay informed of the latest insights, ensuring that I offer relevant and evidence-based approaches.
I welcome individuals and couples who are struggling with sex/intimacy, anxiety, trauma, and identity. Navigating life's challenges can often feel isolating. If you've ever felt hesitant or unsure about discussing topics that many consider unconventional or taboo, know that you've found a welcoming space here. We could also work on processing traumas and anxiety, and building your coping toolbox. I'm also a strong advocate (and part of) the LGBTQIA+ community, poly aware, and kink/BDSM aware. I'm continuously updating my knowledge to stay informed of the latest insights, ensuring that I offer relevant and evidence-based approaches.
Darnetta Recita Armistead
Supervisee in Clinical Social Work, CSAC, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, VA 23701
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 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.
Madeline Reynolds
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portsmouth, VA 23701
Now more than ever people like you are asking how they fit into the world. You may have questions about yourself, whether parts of yourself are lost or forgotten, leaving you isolated or lonely, and you deserve to explore these challenges in a safe environment with an unbiased professional. I am passionate about and experienced in providing LGBTQIA+ affirming care alongside trauma-informed, sex-positive psychoeducation to young adults and couples. I believe the power of healing rests within our connection to others in relationships, especially the necessary trust developed within the client-therapist dynamic.
Now more than ever people like you are asking how they fit into the world. You may have questions about yourself, whether parts of yourself are lost or forgotten, leaving you isolated or lonely, and you deserve to explore these challenges in a safe environment with an unbiased professional. I am passionate about and experienced in providing LGBTQIA+ affirming care alongside trauma-informed, sex-positive psychoeducation to young adults and couples. I believe the power of healing rests within our connection to others in relationships, especially the necessary trust developed within the client-therapist dynamic.
Gabriele Chapman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, VA 23701 (Online Only)
Life can feel overwhelming and unmanageable at times. Whether you have experienced a lifetime of traumatic events, just want someone to talk to, or just need to learn some coping skills, I would love to help you. I graduated from the University of Hawaii in 2014 with a Master's Degree in Social Work. I obtained my clinical license in 2016. For the past few years, I have been working with active duty Army soldiers in a behavioral health clinic.
Life can feel overwhelming and unmanageable at times. Whether you have experienced a lifetime of traumatic events, just want someone to talk to, or just need to learn some coping skills, I would love to help you. I graduated from the University of Hawaii in 2014 with a Master's Degree in Social Work. I obtained my clinical license in 2016. For the past few years, I have been working with active duty Army soldiers in a behavioral health clinic.
Shelly (Lena) Baker-Scott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSATP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portsmouth, VA 23701 (Online Only)
My ideal client is someone who is open to the therapy experience and is ready to challenge themselves to actively work toward feeling better. Someone who recognizes that while changes in behavior, mood, thinking, relationships, employment, parenting, lifestyle etc. may test our ability to cope, as they can be difficult and painful, how we respond to these changes/challenges ultimately determines the outcome. Someone who is willing to engage in a symbiotic, collaborative therapeutic relationship to work on their self determined goals, whatever they may be.
My ideal client is someone who is open to the therapy experience and is ready to challenge themselves to actively work toward feeling better. Someone who recognizes that while changes in behavior, mood, thinking, relationships, employment, parenting, lifestyle etc. may test our ability to cope, as they can be difficult and painful, how we respond to these changes/challenges ultimately determines the outcome. Someone who is willing to engage in a symbiotic, collaborative therapeutic relationship to work on their self determined goals, whatever they may be.
Sarah-Kate Hawkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, VA 23701 (Online Only)
Sarah-Kate Hawkins is a highly motivated, creative and versatile Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 30 years of experience working successfully with teens, adults, families, and couples. She specializes in assisting those with anxiety, behavioral issues, attachment-based issues, low self-esteem, parenting difficulties, academic issues, chronic stress, sexuality-based concerns, family conflict, and much more. Sarah-Kate earned her Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration from Walden University.
Sarah-Kate Hawkins is a highly motivated, creative and versatile Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 30 years of experience working successfully with teens, adults, families, and couples. She specializes in assisting those with anxiety, behavioral issues, attachment-based issues, low self-esteem, parenting difficulties, academic issues, chronic stress, sexuality-based concerns, family conflict, and much more. Sarah-Kate earned her Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration from Walden University.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor as well as a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor. I have experience working in the field for 9 years, including experience working in corrections, medically monitored detox, crisis stabilization, and community based crisis intervention. I have exposure to and an understanding of working with adults with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders in outpatient, inpatient, and community settings. My areas of specialty include addiction, trauma, depression, anxiety, and grief.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor as well as a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor. I have experience working in the field for 9 years, including experience working in corrections, medically monitored detox, crisis stabilization, and community based crisis intervention. I have exposure to and an understanding of working with adults with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders in outpatient, inpatient, and community settings. My areas of specialty include addiction, trauma, depression, anxiety, and grief.
Marlene Blyden
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, VA 23701 (Online Only)
I am a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional, Certified Grief Professional, Certified Solution-Focused Brief Therapy Level One, Certified Solution-Focused Building Couples Level One, Certified Certificate in Advanced EMDR Therapy Skills, Prepare/Enrich Facilitator, and Certified Army Strong Bonds Facilitator. I am also a Board-Certified Christian Counselor, Certified Life Coach, Educator, Speaker, and Author. If you are seeking healing, recovery, restoration, and growth from emotional, behavioral, trauma, relational, communication, boundaries, anger, grief and addiction challenges, you have come to the right place.
I am a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional, Certified Grief Professional, Certified Solution-Focused Brief Therapy Level One, Certified Solution-Focused Building Couples Level One, Certified Certificate in Advanced EMDR Therapy Skills, Prepare/Enrich Facilitator, and Certified Army Strong Bonds Facilitator. I am also a Board-Certified Christian Counselor, Certified Life Coach, Educator, Speaker, and Author. If you are seeking healing, recovery, restoration, and growth from emotional, behavioral, trauma, relational, communication, boundaries, anger, grief and addiction challenges, you have come to the right place.
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Seeking therapy is the first step to restoring your life. Hello, my name is Shojuana Ayers. I have over 13 years of clinical experience working with children, adolescents, families and couples with a wide range of concerns. My job as a therapist is to help guide individuals through a healing experience from there current situation through self-awareness, the use of positive coping strategies, and empowerment. My role is to help empower individuals and guide them to realize there inner strength.
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Hello, I’m Veronica McKay and I’ve spent the past thirty years as a practicing Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing therapy to various populations. My desire is to help people looking for answers and guidance when life’s waters become turbulent.
My practice focuses on adults dealing with issues of anxiety, depression, military combat stress and trauma. In 2008 I began working with the military, treating active duty military returning from combat. I continue to provide support to the military veteran population through various non-profit organizations and welcome the opportunity to provide that service on this platform.
Hello, I’m Veronica McKay and I’ve spent the past thirty years as a practicing Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing therapy to various populations. My desire is to help people looking for answers and guidance when life’s waters become turbulent.
My practice focuses on adults dealing with issues of anxiety, depression, military combat stress and trauma. In 2008 I began working with the military, treating active duty military returning from combat. I continue to provide support to the military veteran population through various non-profit organizations and welcome the opportunity to provide that service on this platform.
A graduate of University of California Riverside and Norfolk State University, Ebony is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 10 years of experience treating all age groups in various settings and modalities like EMDR. She is trained and certified to work with grief, intellectual disabilities, and critical incident stress debriefing. She is also comfortable with substance abuse counseling, acute mental illness and crisis intervention as well as family counseling, trauma recovery, and perinatal mental healt
A graduate of University of California Riverside and Norfolk State University, Ebony is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 10 years of experience treating all age groups in various settings and modalities like EMDR. She is trained and certified to work with grief, intellectual disabilities, and critical incident stress debriefing. She is also comfortable with substance abuse counseling, acute mental illness and crisis intervention as well as family counseling, trauma recovery, and perinatal mental healt
I am a humanist, believing that everyone has the potential to grow, learn, and change. At their core, I believe that all people are good. I received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology from Elizabeth City State University in 2014, and a Master of Social Work degree from Norfolk State University in 2017. Currently, I am pursuing a PhD in Social Work. I have worked with all age groups in various settings addressing various diagnoses to include depression, anxiety, conduct, adjustment, phase of life and more. My primary theoretical approach is cognitive behavioral. I have worked both in direct care and in management roles.
I am a humanist, believing that everyone has the potential to grow, learn, and change. At their core, I believe that all people are good. I received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology from Elizabeth City State University in 2014, and a Master of Social Work degree from Norfolk State University in 2017. Currently, I am pursuing a PhD in Social Work. I have worked with all age groups in various settings addressing various diagnoses to include depression, anxiety, conduct, adjustment, phase of life and more. My primary theoretical approach is cognitive behavioral. I have worked both in direct care and in management roles.
Lisa Ellison
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portsmouth, VA 23703 (Online Only)
Are you feeling the strain of changes in your relationship? Whether adjusting to new dynamics, navigating the complexities of separation, or confronting family pressures, you're not navigating this alone. I specialize in counseling individuals and couples dealing with depression and anxiety related to attachment and family stressors. The focus will be on helping you manage the emotional weight of these issues while also fostering stability in your relationship.
Are you feeling the strain of changes in your relationship? Whether adjusting to new dynamics, navigating the complexities of separation, or confronting family pressures, you're not navigating this alone. I specialize in counseling individuals and couples dealing with depression and anxiety related to attachment and family stressors. The focus will be on helping you manage the emotional weight of these issues while also fostering stability in your relationship.
Release it Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portsmouth, VA 23703
At Release it Counseling we know how hard it is to experience true peace & joy. The pain of the past can weigh you down & present obstacles may seem to stop you. Causing you to feel trapped, hopeless & broken. That's why we specialize in Christian professional counseling & life coaching to help you achieve healing, growth & victory. As a therapist I've learned through life's experiences & training that your mental freedom requires therapy, diligent efforts, a renewed mind & strong faith! How do I know? I went from being homeless & defeated to being here to serve you today. Allow me to help lead you to victory by healing & growing.
At Release it Counseling we know how hard it is to experience true peace & joy. The pain of the past can weigh you down & present obstacles may seem to stop you. Causing you to feel trapped, hopeless & broken. That's why we specialize in Christian professional counseling & life coaching to help you achieve healing, growth & victory. As a therapist I've learned through life's experiences & training that your mental freedom requires therapy, diligent efforts, a renewed mind & strong faith! How do I know? I went from being homeless & defeated to being here to serve you today. Allow me to help lead you to victory by healing & growing.
Rebecca's Heart Therapeutic Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, VA 23703
Bertresh London Nunez
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, VA 23701 (Online Only)
Chaniece Winfield
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, RPT-S, LSATP, ACS
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, VA 23704
Not accepting new clients
Winfield is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner (LSATP) and Registered Play Therapist specializing in individual, family, group and marital counseling to individuals across the lifespan.
Dr. Winfield believes that we all have the potential to be the best versions of ourselves. She works with the individual on their own personal journey to self discovery and change from a person-centered approach. She is currently accepting clients aged 5 and up with the following needs: ADHD, Relationship issues, Anger Management, Anxiety, Behavioral Issues, Career Counseling, Coping Skills, Dual Diagnosis, Emotional Disturbance, Family Conflict, Life Coaching, Marital issues, Oppositional Defiance, Parenting, Peer Relationships, School Issues, Self Esteem, Spirituality, Trauma and PTSD, and Life Transition.
Winfield is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner (LSATP) and Registered Play Therapist specializing in individual, family, group and marital counseling to individuals across the lifespan.
Dr. Winfield believes that we all have the potential to be the best versions of ourselves. She works with the individual on their own personal journey to self discovery and change from a person-centered approach. She is currently accepting clients aged 5 and up with the following needs: ADHD, Relationship issues, Anger Management, Anxiety, Behavioral Issues, Career Counseling, Coping Skills, Dual Diagnosis, Emotional Disturbance, Family Conflict, Life Coaching, Marital issues, Oppositional Defiance, Parenting, Peer Relationships, School Issues, Self Esteem, Spirituality, Trauma and PTSD, and Life Transition.
