Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Virginia Beach City County, VA

Accepting New MD and VA Clients! With a 5 out of 5 rating, Pivot's Potential, LLC works with people just like you settling minds and bodies & getting your life back! We work with older adolescents & adults and come from a strength perspective. We believe that every person has strengths yet to be discovered. We offer an integrated, team approach which is solution-focused, lending itself to short-term work. Therapy is a collaborative process, where client and therapist come together to find solutions. Specializing in trauma, anxiety & depression, we provide clients with useful tools in the first 6 session to provide symptom relief.

Aloha! Life brings its challenges, and if you're seeking a safe and empathetic space to navigate your emotions and thoughts, I'd be honored to join you on this journey. Together, we will collaborate towards building a meaningful life that is aligned with your values. Through my training at both Yale and Brown, and internship at a renowned PTSD research center, you can be assured that my services incorporate the latest advances in our understanding of our common humanity.

You want to appear successful, like you have it “all together” but deep down are struggling to feel confident in who you are or cope with challenging experiences that have occurred in your life. You feel the pressure to be perfect all the time and you spend a lot of your time making sure everyone else is taken care of, but you some how neglect your own needs. Maybe you’re tired of stressing out, tearing yourself apart every time you mess up, or feeling like you’re about to crumble at any second. At this point, it may be hard to even remember when you didn't feel like this. But one thing is for sure, you’re ready for some relief.

Are you overwhelmed with sadness or persistent worries that affect your daily life and ability to function? Are you struggling with navigating stressful events, transitions, or changes in your life? Are you neglecting your wants and needs while prioritizing others or people pleasing? Are past traumas preventing you from becoming the best version of yourself or obtaining a better quality of life? You're not alone. Therapy offers you a safe space for self-discovery, healing, and personal growth, enabling you to openly express your thoughts, feelings, navigate difficulties, gain insights, and develop healthy coping strategies.

Roshonda Poole is a master’s level social worker who has been in the human service field for over 10 years. Ms. Poole is a skilled and experienced crisis and mental health counselor that uses cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing. She has worked in the healthcare system for over 16 years which has gave her firsthand knowledge on health disparities and impact of chronic illness. Roshonda overall has a passion for helping individuals manage life stressor and challenges.

Throughout life, we all have times where we need a source of support, need the ability to process what we are going through, and learn skills and tools to help us on our journey. At Renewed Beginnings, I want to provide a supportive environment where you can explore your innermost thoughts and emotions, ultimately finding the strength to embark on a journey towards a brighter tomorrow. I am dedicated to guiding you through a transformative journey of self-discovery and growth.

Hello there! My name is Jennifer Smith Sims. I am licensed Mental Health Counselor (LPC) and the Owner/Founder of LifeSpark Counseling and Coaching.I have over sixteen years of experience in the field and I have a solid foundation in utilizing techniques from Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Schema-Focused Cognitive Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution focused therapy. I also have a strong Christian faith and am very passionate about providing faith based counseling to those individuals that want to incorporate their faith into our sessions.

While we possess many innate tools to cope effectively with adversity, there are many factors that can serve as barriers to achieving and maintaining a healthy balance in life. Whether these barriers relate to internal processes or external circumstances, I believe that it is often beneficial for us to practice vocalizing our experience to others. Doing so can serve as a protective factor, helping us to cope more effectively with any radical internal monologues that may pop up from time to time.

My ideal client is an adult aspiring to work towards becoming the best version of themself, whatever that means to them. They desire to build a life for themself in which they wake up every day feeling purposeful, meaningful and healthy. In a world where it is so easy to becoming overwhelmed due to constant exposure to negativity, the perspectives and opinions of others, the pressures of society and secondary/vicarious trauma, my ideal clients (whom I refer to as "my people") seek a safe space to process their world, their perspectives, their goals and to figure themselves out from the inside out.

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.

The Mental Wellness Collective is a virtual group therapy serving clients in GA. Our practice specializes in meeting the needs of Women of Color and teen girls who are often underrepresented and underserved in wellness space dealing with a variety of mental health issues as they navigate this journey called life.

Taking the first step to trust someone again can be incredibly scary. Life has been hard and cruel. Yet, here you are, already so strong and resilient. Despite everything you've endured, you yearn to be free and reconnect with your authentic self—the you where the pain of anxiety, depression, PTSD, and trauma does not define you. You need a safe place where you are heard and understood and can find your footing again, and I am here to offer that. I ground my therapeutic approach in compassion, empathy, and respect for your unique experience, ensuring that you feel understood through the healing journey.

Welcome to my page! The journey of life can be chaotic for anyone. Regardless of the experiences we have, we all need help at times. I am here to provide support and the skills I have to help you during these difficult times. During my 14 years' experience as a Clinical Psychologist, I discovered the importance of inner awareness to limit the effect of the past, current stressors, judgment of others, and restraining beliefs. I am passionate about helping others break free from their emotional chains to blossom into the best version of themselves and reach one’s life purpose and potential one step at a time.

Openings Available July 8th, 2024! I am a Resident in Marriage and Family Therapy with a focus on Solution-Focused/Narrative Therapy. I assist individuals, couples, and families navigating through various challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, life transitions, and self-esteem concerns. Whether you're facing a particular issue or pursuing personal development, my role is to support you throughout your journey. I provide a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where you can comfortably share your experiences. The stories we carry can sometimes be heavy, but I am here to help lighten the load.

4 more virtual appointments available on Tuesday or Wednesday at 10am or 11am ET. First and foremost, "Thank You" for investing in yourself and your mental health and well-being. Your current search of the right therapist speaks volumes about your commitment to growth, resilience, and healing. I am genuinely honored to be considered as a part of your transformative journey, and I know that there is no limit to the countless possibilities that lie ahead for you.

Accepting NEW clients! Are you going through a challenging time? I am here to assist. I am a military veteran with over 12 years of experience working with adults who have experienced trauma, anxiety, and other challenges with everyday life. My goal is to facilitate healing by giving you new skills, coping strategies, and a different way of seeing yourself and the World around you.

Are you feeling nervous, tensed, or having trouble sleeping? Maybe you're having trouble focusing and experiencing constant worry? Therapy can help to uncover the underlying causes of your worries and fears, learn how to relax, look at situations in a new, less frightening way, and develop better coping mechanisms and problem-solving skills.

Life throws us challenges that can feel like you're stuck in survival mode. You might feel disconnected from the world, having difficulty with relationships, or a sense of confusion about the future.

Are you struggling right now? Do you crave relief from anxiety, frustration, anger, overwhelm or even the heavy mental load you carry? Is your relationship with your partner, children, friends, parents, employer, or even yourself more stressful than it should be? With my genuine empathy, therapeutic skills, knowledge, and experience, I can teach you how to effectively cope with your distressing feelings and challenging situations. I will guide you to figuring out what you really want and how best to get there. The result will be a greater sense of ease and overall happiness with your life.