Marriage Counseling Therapists in Richmond, VA
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Ashley Crouch is a Licensed Professional Counselor who is nationally certified (LPC-NCC) with more than 7 years of experience working with couples, children, teens, and adults. Ashley can help individuals or couples to better cope with the effects of anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger, family dynamics, marriage issues, life transitional difficulties, low self-esteem, women's issues, and much more. Ashley earned her Master’s degree in Mental Health Clinical Counseling from Ashland Theological Seminary.
Ashley Crouch is a Licensed Professional Counselor who is nationally certified (LPC-NCC) with more than 7 years of experience working with couples, children, teens, and adults. Ashley can help individuals or couples to better cope with the effects of anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger, family dynamics, marriage issues, life transitional difficulties, low self-esteem, women's issues, and much more. Ashley earned her Master’s degree in Mental Health Clinical Counseling from Ashland Theological Seminary.
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Sharyn Ingrum
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23220 (Online Only)
I want clients to feel that their issues and goals are being addressed when they work with me as their therapist. I am a Certified Life Coach, an Anger Management Specialist, a Certified Hypnotherapist and a Licensed Professional Counselor licensed in Virginia and Illinois. I have extensive experience working with teens, adults, families and couples. I completed a two-year post doctoral program in Marriage and Family studies through the Family Institute of Chicago during my doctoral internship.
I want clients to feel that their issues and goals are being addressed when they work with me as their therapist. I am a Certified Life Coach, an Anger Management Specialist, a Certified Hypnotherapist and a Licensed Professional Counselor licensed in Virginia and Illinois. I have extensive experience working with teens, adults, families and couples. I completed a two-year post doctoral program in Marriage and Family studies through the Family Institute of Chicago during my doctoral internship.
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Danyale Little
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23225 (Online Only)
Educated and trained at Wake Forest University, I am a community based mental health / mental wellness professional. My work targets issues including Marriage and Family, substance addiction, depression, anxiety, LGBTQ(plus) concerns, and challenging life transitions. I have expertise in working with clients of all ages with most of my client being families and adults (ages 18 and up).
Educated and trained at Wake Forest University, I am a community based mental health / mental wellness professional. My work targets issues including Marriage and Family, substance addiction, depression, anxiety, LGBTQ(plus) concerns, and challenging life transitions. I have expertise in working with clients of all ages with most of my client being families and adults (ages 18 and up).
![Photo of Jenna A Pagano, MS, LMFT , LCMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0b051790-9e3b-4add-a73f-bc8be5c44dd8/1/320x400.jpeg)
Jenna A Pagano
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT , LCMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23294
I am a classically trained couples therapist (Licensed Marriage and Family therapist) with an B level certification in Emotion Focused therapy (EFT).
You don't have to go through this alone. The strength that has brought you to this page today is proof that you posses the ability to make positive changes and restore your relationships. I am here to guide you through the process of restoring health and balance. Please don't hesitate to contact me. Whether you are struggling with communication, conflict, parenting, or intimacy I am here to help.
I am a classically trained couples therapist (Licensed Marriage and Family therapist) with an B level certification in Emotion Focused therapy (EFT).
You don't have to go through this alone. The strength that has brought you to this page today is proof that you posses the ability to make positive changes and restore your relationships. I am here to guide you through the process of restoring health and balance. Please don't hesitate to contact me. Whether you are struggling with communication, conflict, parenting, or intimacy I am here to help.
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Correnthia W. Randolph
Resident in Counseling, MEd, LPC-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23235
Are you dealing with grief, trauma, parenting concerns, relationship problems, sexual dysfunction, or marital issues, such as unsettled disagreements, infidelity, or divorce? Maybe that spark seems to be missing. Have you tried therapy before, and it seemed not to work? Well, you need a therapist that you can connect with. Therapy success, in part, depends upon the relationship with your therapist. You need a therapist who specializes in the area of your concern. If you would like someone well-equipped to help you navigate life and you are willing to work for the change you need, I look forward to hearing from you.
Are you dealing with grief, trauma, parenting concerns, relationship problems, sexual dysfunction, or marital issues, such as unsettled disagreements, infidelity, or divorce? Maybe that spark seems to be missing. Have you tried therapy before, and it seemed not to work? Well, you need a therapist that you can connect with. Therapy success, in part, depends upon the relationship with your therapist. You need a therapist who specializes in the area of your concern. If you would like someone well-equipped to help you navigate life and you are willing to work for the change you need, I look forward to hearing from you.
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Hello, I am Hanako! I am a licensed clinical psychologist in Virginia. I am trained as a Marriage and Family Therapist as well. I use an integrative approach and typically lean toward a fluid experiential and process-oriented work. I will meet you where you are and value the relationship we build in co-creating a safe space. I am very honored to be a part of your journey! I am fluent in both Japanese and English.
Hello, I am Hanako! I am a licensed clinical psychologist in Virginia. I am trained as a Marriage and Family Therapist as well. I use an integrative approach and typically lean toward a fluid experiential and process-oriented work. I will meet you where you are and value the relationship we build in co-creating a safe space. I am very honored to be a part of your journey! I am fluent in both Japanese and English.
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Kimberly Embe-Mamong
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23222 (Online Only)
Step into a sanctuary of healing and personal development! I'm deeply committed to offering guidance to individuals of all ages and genders as they navigate life's hurdles. Whether you're grappling with bullying, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, the transition to college, or marital discord, I'm here to accompany you on your journey. I provide support to adolescents, LGBTQ+ community, college students and adults. Whether it's managing stressful relationships or jobs or balancing multiple roles, I'm here to offer guidance and support.
Step into a sanctuary of healing and personal development! I'm deeply committed to offering guidance to individuals of all ages and genders as they navigate life's hurdles. Whether you're grappling with bullying, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, the transition to college, or marital discord, I'm here to accompany you on your journey. I provide support to adolescents, LGBTQ+ community, college students and adults. Whether it's managing stressful relationships or jobs or balancing multiple roles, I'm here to offer guidance and support.
![Photo of Sharmane Duren Grady, LPC, NCC, MA, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5e18314e-b8d3-49e5-a20d-1a6a3b70b560/1/320x400.jpeg)
Sharmane Duren Grady
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23231 (Online Only)
Are you feeling unfulfilled and lacking motivation in your relationship or work? Is anxiety hindering you from performing at your best? Are you having difficulty with managing transitions in your life? If you have experienced these feelings, you are not alone. Even the strongest people need help sometimes. Just know that you are in the right place. I’ve worked with many couples in various stages from dating, premarital, marriage, and also life after divorce during my 13 years of practice. I also specialize in working with athletes who may be having performance anxiety other difficulties relating to their athletic ability.
Are you feeling unfulfilled and lacking motivation in your relationship or work? Is anxiety hindering you from performing at your best? Are you having difficulty with managing transitions in your life? If you have experienced these feelings, you are not alone. Even the strongest people need help sometimes. Just know that you are in the right place. I’ve worked with many couples in various stages from dating, premarital, marriage, and also life after divorce during my 13 years of practice. I also specialize in working with athletes who may be having performance anxiety other difficulties relating to their athletic ability.
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Dr. Joan E. Winter lectures on the subjects of marital therapy, family therapy, and incest. Her writings include extensive discourse on the practice and evaluation of family therapy. Additionally, Dr. Winter is on the Clinical faculty of the VCU Medical College of Virginia Department of Psychiatry where she supervises residents in family therapy. She also serves as a consultant to many organizations, both in the non-profit and private sectors. Her credentials include licenses in social work and Marriage and Family Therapy as well as Approved Supervisor Status for the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists.
Dr. Joan E. Winter lectures on the subjects of marital therapy, family therapy, and incest. Her writings include extensive discourse on the practice and evaluation of family therapy. Additionally, Dr. Winter is on the Clinical faculty of the VCU Medical College of Virginia Department of Psychiatry where she supervises residents in family therapy. She also serves as a consultant to many organizations, both in the non-profit and private sectors. Her credentials include licenses in social work and Marriage and Family Therapy as well as Approved Supervisor Status for the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists.
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She provides family, marital, and individual therapy.
Dr. Grace Hadeed primarily offers Family Therapy, Marital Therapy, Education,Clinical Supervision and Individual/Professional Consultation. We also assist clients who have difficulty "launching" into adulthood. She offers therapy specializing in family and intergenerational systems, providing therapy to couples and families to address issues at the source.
She provides family, marital, and individual therapy.
Dr. Grace Hadeed primarily offers Family Therapy, Marital Therapy, Education,Clinical Supervision and Individual/Professional Consultation. We also assist clients who have difficulty "launching" into adulthood. She offers therapy specializing in family and intergenerational systems, providing therapy to couples and families to address issues at the source.
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Natalia Blevins-Conner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23223 (Online Only)
I've worked around 20 years in Florida for Good Shepherd hospice as a bereavement counselor and an anticipatory grief medical social worker. Working with children, teens, and adults for all diagnoses. I've most recently been working with suboxone clinics for opiate addiction. I have several specialties including grief, marriage and family therapy including depression and anxiety along with PTSD with all ages. Children preventative programs and children after they are in trouble and at high risk for entering into the system.
I've worked around 20 years in Florida for Good Shepherd hospice as a bereavement counselor and an anticipatory grief medical social worker. Working with children, teens, and adults for all diagnoses. I've most recently been working with suboxone clinics for opiate addiction. I have several specialties including grief, marriage and family therapy including depression and anxiety along with PTSD with all ages. Children preventative programs and children after they are in trouble and at high risk for entering into the system.
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Richmond
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23220
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
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.
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
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.
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Do you find yourself saying, "How did I get here?" or "Something has to change". Often life presents us with the challenges of marriage and relationship struggles, parenting issues, questions of faith and spirituality, financial uncertainty, and, for many, traumatic experiences. I specialize in partnering with you to determine a new path forward with more freedom and greater meaning and purpose. The process of therapy is always guided by your values and goals. You have options and you have all that you need to move forward into the life that you have hoped for.
Do you find yourself saying, "How did I get here?" or "Something has to change". Often life presents us with the challenges of marriage and relationship struggles, parenting issues, questions of faith and spirituality, financial uncertainty, and, for many, traumatic experiences. I specialize in partnering with you to determine a new path forward with more freedom and greater meaning and purpose. The process of therapy is always guided by your values and goals. You have options and you have all that you need to move forward into the life that you have hoped for.
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Hannah Hensley
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23222 (Online Only)
Hello! I’m Hannah Hensley, an MSW practicum provider helping individuals find freedom from anxiety and peace in stressful life transitions through a person-centered approach. I’m passionate about helping others develop strong relationships and healthy family dynamics through marriage and parenting support. I’m engaged in the military community and am a student at the University of Texas at Arlington, where I am completing my Master of Social Work.
Hello! I’m Hannah Hensley, an MSW practicum provider helping individuals find freedom from anxiety and peace in stressful life transitions through a person-centered approach. I’m passionate about helping others develop strong relationships and healthy family dynamics through marriage and parenting support. I’m engaged in the military community and am a student at the University of Texas at Arlington, where I am completing my Master of Social Work.
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We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
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.
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
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.
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Brandon Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MHS, LGSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23225 (Online Only)
Feeling overwhelmed? If life has taken it's toll on your mental health its time to make a change. You need to view more than the negative side of yourself. On the inside, you're trying to remain determined, and accomplished, but in reality you feel incapable of living up to your potential and no matter how hard you try to change. I will help you get over that hump. You are the expert on your life and through a collaborative approach, we will walk together to through your concerns to help you feel empowered and able to take control of your life. I treat infertility concerns, marriage and relationship counseling and depression.
Feeling overwhelmed? If life has taken it's toll on your mental health its time to make a change. You need to view more than the negative side of yourself. On the inside, you're trying to remain determined, and accomplished, but in reality you feel incapable of living up to your potential and no matter how hard you try to change. I will help you get over that hump. You are the expert on your life and through a collaborative approach, we will walk together to through your concerns to help you feel empowered and able to take control of your life. I treat infertility concerns, marriage and relationship counseling and depression.
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Richmond
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23223
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
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.
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
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.
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I specialize in trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, grief, life transitions (marriage, pregnancy, postpartum, aging/retirement), career/work, women and cancer, etc.
What all of my clients have in common is a desire to be self-reflective (even though this may be scary), to learn more about themselves at a deeper (unconscious) level, and to grow in ways that allow them to have the life and relationships for which their hearts yearn. Psychotherapy is a process of learning to listen to, care for and heal the pained parts of ourselves that burden our mind, body, heart and spirit. Including the body in this process is essential, as it carries our pain. This is not always easy, but is certainly self-empowering and life-changing.
I specialize in trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, grief, life transitions (marriage, pregnancy, postpartum, aging/retirement), career/work, women and cancer, etc.
What all of my clients have in common is a desire to be self-reflective (even though this may be scary), to learn more about themselves at a deeper (unconscious) level, and to grow in ways that allow them to have the life and relationships for which their hearts yearn. Psychotherapy is a process of learning to listen to, care for and heal the pained parts of ourselves that burden our mind, body, heart and spirit. Including the body in this process is essential, as it carries our pain. This is not always easy, but is certainly self-empowering and life-changing.
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Tiquana Hill
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23223 (Online Only)
My name is Tiquana Hill and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia and Texas with approximately 10 years of experience providing mental health services to adults, adolescents and children in a variety of settings. I have 4 years of experience providing outpatient therapy to adults and adolescents. I have experience with a variety of stressors including family trauma, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem/ self-image, career development, romantic/pre-marital, PTSD/Trauma, lack of communication and several other undesirable behaviors that may effect your daily living. Check out my website peacementalhealthservices.com
My name is Tiquana Hill and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia and Texas with approximately 10 years of experience providing mental health services to adults, adolescents and children in a variety of settings. I have 4 years of experience providing outpatient therapy to adults and adolescents. I have experience with a variety of stressors including family trauma, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem/ self-image, career development, romantic/pre-marital, PTSD/Trauma, lack of communication and several other undesirable behaviors that may effect your daily living. Check out my website peacementalhealthservices.com
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Relationship Coaching by Beautiful Minds
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23224 (Online Only)
Are you and your partner struggling with unresolved issues or past traumas causing difficulties in your marriage? Perhaps you're having trouble communicating effectively, or maybe you're feeling stuck in a rut and unsure of how to move forward. If so, I can help you unlock your full potential and create the relationship of your dreams. Through personalized guidance and support, I will help you identify and overcome the obstacles preventing you from achieving true happiness and fulfillment. Call me today to book your 30-minute Discovery Call, or visit my website for more details.
Are you and your partner struggling with unresolved issues or past traumas causing difficulties in your marriage? Perhaps you're having trouble communicating effectively, or maybe you're feeling stuck in a rut and unsure of how to move forward. If so, I can help you unlock your full potential and create the relationship of your dreams. Through personalized guidance and support, I will help you identify and overcome the obstacles preventing you from achieving true happiness and fulfillment. Call me today to book your 30-minute Discovery Call, or visit my website for more details.
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Marriage Counseling Therapists
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.