Jewish Therapists in Virginia Beach City County, VA
Laura Disney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23450 (Online Only)
I specialize in treating traumatic stress and emotion dysregulation. It can sometimes feel like our emotions run our lives, and I am passionate about supporting my clients in taking back control! I work frequently with the military community, as well as individuals navigating stressors related to work-life balance and parenting. I strive to create an empathic, non-judgmental, and collaborative atmosphere to support each client in overcoming obstacles and making positive changes.
I specialize in treating traumatic stress and emotion dysregulation. It can sometimes feel like our emotions run our lives, and I am passionate about supporting my clients in taking back control! I work frequently with the military community, as well as individuals navigating stressors related to work-life balance and parenting. I strive to create an empathic, non-judgmental, and collaborative atmosphere to support each client in overcoming obstacles and making positive changes.
Robyn Klein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACM, SSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23456 (Online Only)
Now a Certified Fair Play Facilitator! Sometimes you need someone to help you do it on your own. Reading this bio means you're still looking for the right fit, someone you click with whom conversation flows easily. If that's not a crucial part of a therapeutic relationship, I don't know what is. My breadth of experience affords me special insight into fertility, perinatal/postpartum struggles, chronic illness, and military life.
Now a Certified Fair Play Facilitator! Sometimes you need someone to help you do it on your own. Reading this bio means you're still looking for the right fit, someone you click with whom conversation flows easily. If that's not a crucial part of a therapeutic relationship, I don't know what is. My breadth of experience affords me special insight into fertility, perinatal/postpartum struggles, chronic illness, and military life.
Margo Friedman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LADC
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23451 (Online Only)
Everyone has battles to fight and hurdles to overcome at some point in their lives. I specialize in supporting patients and their loved ones as they navigate complex illnesses such as chronic Lyme Disease and tick borne illnesses. It is important to me that my patients feel they can safely express their emotions and receive supportive feedback in a nonjudgmental manner. I would like to help you develop life-long coping strategies and achieve a better quality of life.
Everyone has battles to fight and hurdles to overcome at some point in their lives. I specialize in supporting patients and their loved ones as they navigate complex illnesses such as chronic Lyme Disease and tick borne illnesses. It is important to me that my patients feel they can safely express their emotions and receive supportive feedback in a nonjudgmental manner. I would like to help you develop life-long coping strategies and achieve a better quality of life.
“Most human suffering is related to love and loss and the job of therapists is to help people acknowledge, experience, and bear the reality of life- with all its pleasures and heartbreak.” -Bessel Van Der Kolk, M.D. As a LCSW , I strive to create an open, honest, and compassionate space for each individual I meet. I believe in meeting clients where they are at while they explore their life experiences and make connections to find a deeper understanding of themselves. I have worked with many clients who experience anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem issues, and other mental health disorders.
“Most human suffering is related to love and loss and the job of therapists is to help people acknowledge, experience, and bear the reality of life- with all its pleasures and heartbreak.” -Bessel Van Der Kolk, M.D. As a LCSW , I strive to create an open, honest, and compassionate space for each individual I meet. I believe in meeting clients where they are at while they explore their life experiences and make connections to find a deeper understanding of themselves. I have worked with many clients who experience anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem issues, and other mental health disorders.
I believe therapy is an investment in your own life; a courageous risk to find healing, peace, hope and joy. Because we cannot change the past or predict the future, nor can we remove uncertainty, change or pain from the human experience, my goal is to help you discover ways to respond to whatever life places in front of you. I do so in a non-judgmental, collaborative way that focuses on building skills and self-compassion.
I believe therapy is an investment in your own life; a courageous risk to find healing, peace, hope and joy. Because we cannot change the past or predict the future, nor can we remove uncertainty, change or pain from the human experience, my goal is to help you discover ways to respond to whatever life places in front of you. I do so in a non-judgmental, collaborative way that focuses on building skills and self-compassion.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a master's in clinical social work, based in Richmond Virginia. I work with adult clients of all backgrounds, while specializing in following areas: LGBTQ+, kink/polyamory/ethically non-monogamous relationships, sex workers, and substance use/misuse recovery and harm reduction. I am passionate about helping people feel comfortable and safe in their own skins and gain tools to manage their day to day lives.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a master's in clinical social work, based in Richmond Virginia. I work with adult clients of all backgrounds, while specializing in following areas: LGBTQ+, kink/polyamory/ethically non-monogamous relationships, sex workers, and substance use/misuse recovery and harm reduction. I am passionate about helping people feel comfortable and safe in their own skins and gain tools to manage their day to day lives.
Robert A Tuschl-Cruz
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LMHP-R
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23464
I began my journey as a counselor, 10 years ago beginning by volunteering with LGBTQIA-affirming crisis hotlines in the Southeast and creating LGBTQIA+ safe spaces on college campuses. I have worked in multiple areas of mental health including intensive outpatient, outpatient, residential and crisis work and with multiple mental health conditions including depression, anxiety, substance use disorder, eating disorders, probation parole, family, and couple’s therapy. While my work has focused primarily on the LGBTQIA community and BIPOC community, I find joy and purpose working with many cultures, faith backgrounds and communities. I
I began my journey as a counselor, 10 years ago beginning by volunteering with LGBTQIA-affirming crisis hotlines in the Southeast and creating LGBTQIA+ safe spaces on college campuses. I have worked in multiple areas of mental health including intensive outpatient, outpatient, residential and crisis work and with multiple mental health conditions including depression, anxiety, substance use disorder, eating disorders, probation parole, family, and couple’s therapy. While my work has focused primarily on the LGBTQIA community and BIPOC community, I find joy and purpose working with many cultures, faith backgrounds and communities. I
Monet Collins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ADHD-CC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23456 (Online Only)
Welcome and congratulations on taking a step towards change! Life is a journey that involves moving through stages of self-awareness, knowledge, clarity, and wisdom. I believe everyone has the strength to travel this journey, but sometimes we need some assistance along the way. When we begin therapy, we enter onto the path that allows us to explore and reconnect with all parts of ourselves to achieve wholeness.
Welcome and congratulations on taking a step towards change! Life is a journey that involves moving through stages of self-awareness, knowledge, clarity, and wisdom. I believe everyone has the strength to travel this journey, but sometimes we need some assistance along the way. When we begin therapy, we enter onto the path that allows us to explore and reconnect with all parts of ourselves to achieve wholeness.
Saving Throws
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHCS, LPC
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23452 (Online Only)
Every hero faces challenges - but you don't have to face them alone. Whether you're navigating the uncertainty of a new phase of life, managing the complexities of sex and relationships, or battling anxiety and stress, therapy is the ultimate guide to your personal journey. I'm here to help you unlock new levels of well-being.
Every hero faces challenges - but you don't have to face them alone. Whether you're navigating the uncertainty of a new phase of life, managing the complexities of sex and relationships, or battling anxiety and stress, therapy is the ultimate guide to your personal journey. I'm here to help you unlock new levels of well-being.
Maxine Iida
Resident in Counseling, BS, MA, LPC-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23464 (Online Only)
You are going about your day to day life but feel weighed down with shame and self-doubt. You feel you’ve never measured up but still strive for perfection. You've felt symptoms of anxiety or depression and wonder if there is any way out of the negative thought patterns that feel like a record on repeat. You're looking for a compassionate space to be seen and heard as you work to find healing and be fully present in your life. You don't have to go it alone, and together we can work towards healing and recovery.
You are going about your day to day life but feel weighed down with shame and self-doubt. You feel you’ve never measured up but still strive for perfection. You've felt symptoms of anxiety or depression and wonder if there is any way out of the negative thought patterns that feel like a record on repeat. You're looking for a compassionate space to be seen and heard as you work to find healing and be fully present in your life. You don't have to go it alone, and together we can work towards healing and recovery.
Online Therapists
Becky Jacobson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR, LMT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bon Air, VA 23235
Waitlist for new clients
If facing a life transition, grief and loss, stress, anxiety, interpersonal dilemmas, postpartum/parenthood challenges, or pursuing overarching growth & healing- here you will have a safe place to share your story, connect to resiliency, and let go of what no longer serves you. Exploring significant feelings and experiences throughout each session you will be able to use a combination of somatic work, body awareness, creative self expression, art making, mindfulness, meditative practices, and talk therapy to heal, grow, and transform - Bringing you closer to your true authentic self, inner peace, and fulfilling day-to-day living.
If facing a life transition, grief and loss, stress, anxiety, interpersonal dilemmas, postpartum/parenthood challenges, or pursuing overarching growth & healing- here you will have a safe place to share your story, connect to resiliency, and let go of what no longer serves you. Exploring significant feelings and experiences throughout each session you will be able to use a combination of somatic work, body awareness, creative self expression, art making, mindfulness, meditative practices, and talk therapy to heal, grow, and transform - Bringing you closer to your true authentic self, inner peace, and fulfilling day-to-day living.
Melanie Roselyne Dayan
Resident in Counseling, LPC-R
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23220 (Online Only)
For those looking for tools to help your well-being and mental health, I am more than happy to help whether it is for a short time or a long time. My goals are to reach for more positive outcomes that empower your needs and goals as we journey through fun times and difficult, respectful conversations.
For those looking for tools to help your well-being and mental health, I am more than happy to help whether it is for a short time or a long time. My goals are to reach for more positive outcomes that empower your needs and goals as we journey through fun times and difficult, respectful conversations.
Andrea R. Weisman
Psychologist, PsyD, LCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23235 (Online Only)
My starting point in therapy is that no topic cannot be discussed. I believe that all problems/issues can be addressed and improved and that therapy can be effectively utilized for enhancing decision-making and life transitions. I consider myself a partner in the therapeutic process. I am a listener, a coach, and an accountability partner. I see it as my role to create a safe space in which you can explore and learn to love your story.
My starting point in therapy is that no topic cannot be discussed. I believe that all problems/issues can be addressed and improved and that therapy can be effectively utilized for enhancing decision-making and life transitions. I consider myself a partner in the therapeutic process. I am a listener, a coach, and an accountability partner. I see it as my role to create a safe space in which you can explore and learn to love your story.
Are you seeking a compassionate space to heal from trauma, heal your relationships and improve your overall mood and well-being, while also strengthening your faith, whatever that may be? The truth is that trauma impacts how we view ourselves, how we view others, how we view the world around us, and especially how we view God. With Trauma-Informed Interfaith Counseling (TIIC), I offer a unique approach designed to integrate trauma-sensitive principles with faith practices. This holistic therapeutic experience provides a safe and nurturing environment where you can explore your healing journey and reconnect with your spiritual truth.
Are you seeking a compassionate space to heal from trauma, heal your relationships and improve your overall mood and well-being, while also strengthening your faith, whatever that may be? The truth is that trauma impacts how we view ourselves, how we view others, how we view the world around us, and especially how we view God. With Trauma-Informed Interfaith Counseling (TIIC), I offer a unique approach designed to integrate trauma-sensitive principles with faith practices. This holistic therapeutic experience provides a safe and nurturing environment where you can explore your healing journey and reconnect with your spiritual truth.
Shannon Julianne Toy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, LCSW
Verified Verified
Williamsburg, VA 23185
Book with me now by clicking on my website! My name is Julianne. I graduated with a Master of Education from Concordia University in 2015 and a Masters in Social Work from Simmons University in 2018. I am a licensed clinical social worker in Virginia, Maryland, and Michigan. I work with a wide range of ages and populations including adolescents, adults, and families. I also specialize in working with the LGBTQ+ population.
Book with me now by clicking on my website! My name is Julianne. I graduated with a Master of Education from Concordia University in 2015 and a Masters in Social Work from Simmons University in 2018. I am a licensed clinical social worker in Virginia, Maryland, and Michigan. I work with a wide range of ages and populations including adolescents, adults, and families. I also specialize in working with the LGBTQ+ population.
Mindful Living Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MA, MS, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23222 (Online Only)
As a mindfulness-based psychotherapist, I have come to deeply appreciate the profound connection between nature, meditation, reflection, and rest in the therapeutic process. Nature, with its inherent rhythms and beauty, provides a grounding backdrop for healing and self-discovery. This appreciation is not merely a theoretical concept; it is an experiential practice that I integrate into my work with individuals seeking to foster deeper awareness and well-being. At the heart of mindfulness therapy is the understanding that nature acts as a facilitator for mental clarity and emotional balance.
As a mindfulness-based psychotherapist, I have come to deeply appreciate the profound connection between nature, meditation, reflection, and rest in the therapeutic process. Nature, with its inherent rhythms and beauty, provides a grounding backdrop for healing and self-discovery. This appreciation is not merely a theoretical concept; it is an experiential practice that I integrate into my work with individuals seeking to foster deeper awareness and well-being. At the heart of mindfulness therapy is the understanding that nature acts as a facilitator for mental clarity and emotional balance.
Accepting New Clients. In-person or telehealth. Evening appointments available. Hello and welcome! Thank you for valuing yourself today by seeking help. You will be accepted here. I am completing my Master's at William & Mary School of Education interning for my degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I incorporate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), & Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) with an emphasis on values-driven counseling and mindfulness into the counseling space.
Accepting New Clients. In-person or telehealth. Evening appointments available. Hello and welcome! Thank you for valuing yourself today by seeking help. You will be accepted here. I am completing my Master's at William & Mary School of Education interning for my degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I incorporate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), & Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) with an emphasis on values-driven counseling and mindfulness into the counseling space.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a master's in clinical social work, based in Richmond Virginia. I work with adult clients of all backgrounds, while specializing in following areas: LGBTQ+, kink/polyamory/ethically non-monogamous relationships, sex workers, and substance use/misuse recovery and harm reduction. I am passionate about helping people feel comfortable and safe in their own skins and gain tools to manage their day to day lives.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a master's in clinical social work, based in Richmond Virginia. I work with adult clients of all backgrounds, while specializing in following areas: LGBTQ+, kink/polyamory/ethically non-monogamous relationships, sex workers, and substance use/misuse recovery and harm reduction. I am passionate about helping people feel comfortable and safe in their own skins and gain tools to manage their day to day lives.
Rachel E North
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23230 (Online Only)
I specialize in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders and am Certified in this specialty through Postpartum Support International (PMH-C). In addition, I am a Certified EMDR therapist and work with people that have experienced all types of trauma. Formerly a Director of Recovery Services at an addiction treatment facility, I am comfortable working with those struggling with Substance Use Disorders and their families. I also enjoy working with LGBTQIA individuals and families. As a yoga instructor and practitioner, I incorporate mindfulness and meditation skills into my practice whenever possible.
I specialize in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders and am Certified in this specialty through Postpartum Support International (PMH-C). In addition, I am a Certified EMDR therapist and work with people that have experienced all types of trauma. Formerly a Director of Recovery Services at an addiction treatment facility, I am comfortable working with those struggling with Substance Use Disorders and their families. I also enjoy working with LGBTQIA individuals and families. As a yoga instructor and practitioner, I incorporate mindfulness and meditation skills into my practice whenever possible.
Emily Ludwin Miller
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23223 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Life can be hard for all of us - pain, disappointment, and loss are inevitable. Luckily, we humans are wired for growth, resilience, and survival. As a counselor, I offer a supportive and accepting environment in which to explore yourself, to feel connected and understood. Counseling is a safe place to unburden yourself of the things you've been carrying around, to learn more about yourself, imagine a better life, and try out new ways of being and doing.
Life can be hard for all of us - pain, disappointment, and loss are inevitable. Luckily, we humans are wired for growth, resilience, and survival. As a counselor, I offer a supportive and accepting environment in which to explore yourself, to feel connected and understood. Counseling is a safe place to unburden yourself of the things you've been carrying around, to learn more about yourself, imagine a better life, and try out new ways of being and doing.
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Jewish Therapists
Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?
Therapists and clients don’t need to share the same background to be able to work together, but a therapist whose training includes a focus on cultural competence may be better able to form a therapeutic bond with individuals from a range of backgrounds, as they will have experience tailoring their approach to each client—and will be prepared to acknowledge and consider the effects of cultural forces, such as discrimination, that may contribute to that client’s concerns. With a professional who has such training, a client should feel comfortable discussing sensitive issues without feeling that they need to self-censor.
How can I recognize an effective Jewish therapist?
As with members of any religious or ethnic group, just because two people happen to be Jewish does not guarantee that they will share the same values, knowledge, or experiences. A Jewish client seeking a therapist who shares their cultural identity, or for whom it’s important that a therapist share their religious beliefs, may want to discuss a professional’s Jewish background with them before beginning therapy. For someone who seeks justification for major life changes in their religious tradition, or in biblical writings, finding a therapist who is comfortable framing guidance in that context may be especially valuable.
Would a Jewish therapist have unique training?
No, but they should have the same training and certification as any other mental health professional, as well as experience with a range of evidence-based techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy or mindfulness-based therapy. A therapist with this type of experience should be able to help any client feel comfortable and safe, which is essential for a therapeutic alliance. Once this is established, a potential client may want to find out more about the therapist’s Jewish background.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with Jewish clients?
A client can directly ask a therapist if they have extensive experience working with Jewish clients and if so, whether these individuals sought counseling for faith-related issues or marital or familial issues in which their Jewish background was a factor. A client may also wish to ask a potential therapist whether they incorporate Jewish teachings and values into their own professional work.
Who is included in Psychology Today’s directory of Jewish therapists?
The directory of Jewish therapists includes professionals who have opted to share their cultural background on their profiles. However, not all therapists choose to disclose their background, and they may not appear in search results for this reason.The directory also shows therapists who indicate that they have extensive experience working with Jewish clients and/or communities.