Female Therapists in Downtown, Richmond, VA

I have counseling experience with adults, children, and couples in areas to include Individual and Group Counseling Couples Counseling, Child Behavior and Development, Grief and Loss, Interpersonal Relationships, Life Coaching, Crisis Intervention, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Emotional Behavior Therapy, and using the Narrative Approach to aid others in achieving a greater well-being for themselves.

My passion is for helping others feel and live their very best. Therapy is a powerful tool to help you begin doing just that; whether you are trying to navigate feelings of depression, grief / loss, or the tumultuous feelings that come with anxiety caused by work or relationship stressors, therapy can help you shift your perspective while developing the skills needed to not only move through challenges, but to begin thriving. I primarily work with adults and adolescents of all backgrounds.

I specialize in therapy for children and teens dealing with behavioral and emotional challenges, and I'm here to support their parents too. If you're feeling overwhelmed by your child's intense emotions or behaviors, or if your teen is struggling with defiance, social challenges, or managing their feelings, just know that you're not alone. My approach focuses on helping your child or teen express and regulate their emotions positively, while also giving you as a parent effective strategies for support. Together, we'll work on building stronger family dynamics and individual emotional resilience.

Are you a woman feeling anxious? depressed? unsure? disappointed? That is a hard place to be, and you're not alone. You’ve been hurting for long enough, and I’m proud of you for looking for help! I understand how you're feeling because I've been there before. As a counselor, I work with women of all ages who are stressed, sad, burdened, and disappointed in the way life has turned out. I walk alongside teens and adult women to find hope, peace and confidence. We work together to find solutions that make life more manageable.

Heather is a licensed clinical social worker who has been working in the mental health field since 2013. Throughout her work she has had the privilege of serving individuals throughout the lifespan (toddlers to older adults) with diverse backgrounds. Heather enjoys working with folks who are coping with chronic illness, challenging life transitions, grief, mood disorders, and trauma survivors. Throughout her work Heather incorporates interventions from evidence-based modalities of Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Heather is also trained to use Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).

I pursued this work because I know what it is like to be knocked off course. Over the years, I have found that assisting people heal from trauma is what I am meant to do. I focus on empowering my clients through education, proven therapies, and allowing my clients to lead their treatment. You are the expert on your own experience! I'm here to safely offer you an alternate path to your goals. You are experiencing a normal reaction to something that is abnormal. Trauma and grief are heavy - you don't have to carry it alone and it does not have to be a part of your identity.

I believe that trauma-informed practice means providing a safe, trusting space to build relationships and collaborate toward your therapeutic goals. I am passionate about providing unconditional positive regard for every client, and finding each client’s strengths. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, or other mental health concerns, I will work with you to provide effective tools and offer unconditional support throughout your therapeutic journey.

I work with clients from all walks of life who may be struggling with drug addiction, life transitions, self-confidence and other issues that affect your well-being. During our initial session, we will collaborate to create a plan designed to get your life back on track. My approach to helping others is very practical and casual.

Welcome! Embarking on your therapeutic journey is a big step; this pivotal choice marks a significant stride towards healing, and I am genuinely eager to join you as we set forth together. Sarah is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with experience in a hospital setting where she specialized in emergency department (ED) and trauma care. With a compassionate and inclusive approach, Sarah firmly believes in acknowledging systemic barriers within society while working to effect positive change within our sphere of influence.

I received my Master of Science in Social Work from the University of Louisville. I work with the following populations: children, adolescents, young adults and LGBTQIA+. I have worked with populations specifically with depression, anxiety, trauma, sexual abuse/assault, domestic violence survivors, among many other mental health challenges. I have a vast array of experience in the mental health field working in a residential, group home, and psychiatric inpatient settings with children, adolescents, and adults. I have experience working with individuals who have been in crisis and who have experienced trauma.

Our average client base are Individuals, couples, or families who are struggling with change, adjustment, depression, anxiety, communication issues, self awareness or racial and community base triggers.

Are you struggling feeling stuck or like you are unable to move forward to realize the progress you want? Do you want to move beyond coping and managing symptoms? Learn how to shape positive experiences in about 12 sessions. I follow an approach to treatment designed to assist you develop awareness into your own functioning and effectively navigate yourself toward your personal goals- no matter your prior or current experiences. I specialize in working with adult clientele serious about advancing personal development. Sessions are productive and goal-oriented with focus on education, empowerment and long-term transformation.

Emotional healing and personal growth rely on a person's ability to find a little seed of hope which can grow. Through the supported counseling relationship, I strive to help you achieve just that. We all experience pivotal times in our life - some are more difficult than others. Whether it is the ending of a relationship that is no longer serving you, parenthood (including prenatal / postnatal concerns) or other life stressors / transitions, I would be honored to help you gain the insight, support and tools necessary to improve your outlook in order to help you move into a new and hopeful chapter.

Therapy can be an important step in the healing journey and an opportunity to reflect on how your experiences have shaped the person you are. I am passionate about my role to assist you in identifying your strengths. My therapeutic approach is person-centered, holistic, and draws on motivational interviewing techniques. I strive to foster a therapeutic alliance built on trust and collaboration with clients to develop effective coping strategies and facilitate positive change.

Look at you for making the first step in empowering yourself to live your best life! Now that you are here, take the next step and reach out and we can chat about what goals you have and what you are most interested in accomplishing together. I value all the work that you’ve done to get here today and all the effort that you continue to put into your mental health. I will trust you to be the expert of yourself and I will always encourage you to accept some help along the way. I am an LGBTQIA+ / gender / identity -affirming therapist and I specialize in working with people who have experienced traumatic events throughout their lives.

Specialties include depression, anxiety, self esteem, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflict, codependency issues, trauma, and stress related issues. My clinical approaches include Client-Centered Therapy, CBT, DBT, Existential Therapy, EFT, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy.