Marriage Counseling Therapists in Virginia Beach City County, VA
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Juan O Turon
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23454
Juan O. Turón is a native of Azul, Argentina and resides in the United States since 1998. Mr. Turón has a Bachelors of Arts degree in General Psychology, a Masters of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy, and a Certificate of Participation in anthropology courses from the University of Cambridge International Summer School from 2005. Mr. Turón is also a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and approved Marriage and Family Therapy Supervisor through the Virginia Board of Counseling. Mr. Turón is currently finishing his doctoral studies Marriage and Family Therapy at Nova Southeastern University.
Juan O. Turón is a native of Azul, Argentina and resides in the United States since 1998. Mr. Turón has a Bachelors of Arts degree in General Psychology, a Masters of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy, and a Certificate of Participation in anthropology courses from the University of Cambridge International Summer School from 2005. Mr. Turón is also a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and approved Marriage and Family Therapy Supervisor through the Virginia Board of Counseling. Mr. Turón is currently finishing his doctoral studies Marriage and Family Therapy at Nova Southeastern University.
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Marie is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with over 20 years of outpatient experience helping individual, couples, and families obtain optimal mental health and improve their interaction. Using active, solution focused techniques, Marie can help you live your best life. As a Life Coach, Marie can help you attain your goals in a timely manner. Marie will work with you to complete a ten point checklist, encompassing all areas of life, to identify targets for goal attainment and accountability. Divorce Coaching is an additional service to help you progress through the divorce process.
Marie is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with over 20 years of outpatient experience helping individual, couples, and families obtain optimal mental health and improve their interaction. Using active, solution focused techniques, Marie can help you live your best life. As a Life Coach, Marie can help you attain your goals in a timely manner. Marie will work with you to complete a ten point checklist, encompassing all areas of life, to identify targets for goal attainment and accountability. Divorce Coaching is an additional service to help you progress through the divorce process.
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I also work with couples experiencing marital and relationship issues and recovering from affairs and/or divorce.
I help the person who wishes their life could be different. I help the person who dreams of changing their past. I help the person who has been hurt, who has made mistakes, and who wishes they could live in the light. If that’s you, I’d love to help you too.
I also work with couples experiencing marital and relationship issues and recovering from affairs and/or divorce.
I help the person who wishes their life could be different. I help the person who dreams of changing their past. I help the person who has been hurt, who has made mistakes, and who wishes they could live in the light. If that’s you, I’d love to help you too.
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Beach Therapy & Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
Beach Therapy & Consulting provides specialized services tailored to the individual’s needs. We offer individual counseling, marital/couples counseling, family therapy, and group therapy for DBT. We work collaboratively with primary care providers, pediatricians, and other medical providers to ensure coordination of care. Counseling services are available to individuals starting at age 8.
Beach Therapy & Consulting provides specialized services tailored to the individual’s needs. We offer individual counseling, marital/couples counseling, family therapy, and group therapy for DBT. We work collaboratively with primary care providers, pediatricians, and other medical providers to ensure coordination of care. Counseling services are available to individuals starting at age 8.
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Gail Durant
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23451 (Online Only)
Step into a therapeutic journey where joy and equilibrium intersect! I'm a therapist dedicated to navigating life's paths alongside you. My focus lies in guiding individuals, children, adults, and families toward a harmonious existence. Picture our sessions as sanctuaries where laughter and personal growth flourish side by side. Together, we tackle challenges such as bullying, ADHD, oppositional defiance, low self-esteem, marital discord, career stressors, college adjustments, depression, and anxiety.
Step into a therapeutic journey where joy and equilibrium intersect! I'm a therapist dedicated to navigating life's paths alongside you. My focus lies in guiding individuals, children, adults, and families toward a harmonious existence. Picture our sessions as sanctuaries where laughter and personal growth flourish side by side. Together, we tackle challenges such as bullying, ADHD, oppositional defiance, low self-esteem, marital discord, career stressors, college adjustments, depression, and anxiety.
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Kaye-Loni Johnston
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
I am currently an LMFT and I have over 11 years of experience working in mental health and my passion entails working with individuals 14+, couples, families from all walks of life including pre-marital counseling, co-parenting, & blended families as well as working with the LGBTQIA+ community, poly/ENM communities, and specializing in sex therapy for couples or individuals. I have experience working with dysphoria, anxiety, depression, grief, identity, and life transitions, among other things. Please reach out to me with any questions you have!
I am currently an LMFT and I have over 11 years of experience working in mental health and my passion entails working with individuals 14+, couples, families from all walks of life including pre-marital counseling, co-parenting, & blended families as well as working with the LGBTQIA+ community, poly/ENM communities, and specializing in sex therapy for couples or individuals. I have experience working with dysphoria, anxiety, depression, grief, identity, and life transitions, among other things. Please reach out to me with any questions you have!
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Patty Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, LPC, LMFT, CSAT, CAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23455
I have been working as a therapist for 40 years and have been in private practice for 18 years. I treat adults with a wide range of mental health problems, to include mood disorders, anxiety, addiction, couples therapy, and PTSD. My training has been in specific treatment methods such as EMDR, hypnosis, cognitive behavioral therapy, and psychodrama. My credentials are: Licensed Professional Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, and Certified Substance Abuse Counselor. I believe my most effective therapy tool is relationship building.
I have been working as a therapist for 40 years and have been in private practice for 18 years. I treat adults with a wide range of mental health problems, to include mood disorders, anxiety, addiction, couples therapy, and PTSD. My training has been in specific treatment methods such as EMDR, hypnosis, cognitive behavioral therapy, and psychodrama. My credentials are: Licensed Professional Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, and Certified Substance Abuse Counselor. I believe my most effective therapy tool is relationship building.
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Ashley Ryan
Supervisee in Clinical Social Work, MSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in a variety of issues such as anxiety, self esteem & marital distress.
Welcome! I work with couples and individuals as they navigate the stressors in their lives. Some days we feel like we are on an island with our struggles. Sometimes, it is hardest to share our challenges with the people we are closest to. My goal is to create a welcoming and non-judgmental space so that you can begin to heal. I believe that therapy can help people meet their challenges and learn how to grow through them. Strengths-based approaches are the foundation to my work. I encourage using your innate strengths to create the life you want to live. We will work together to meet your goals & find the tools to succeed.
I specialize in a variety of issues such as anxiety, self esteem & marital distress.
Welcome! I work with couples and individuals as they navigate the stressors in their lives. Some days we feel like we are on an island with our struggles. Sometimes, it is hardest to share our challenges with the people we are closest to. My goal is to create a welcoming and non-judgmental space so that you can begin to heal. I believe that therapy can help people meet their challenges and learn how to grow through them. Strengths-based approaches are the foundation to my work. I encourage using your innate strengths to create the life you want to live. We will work together to meet your goals & find the tools to succeed.
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Healing Connections, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23454
Our therapists are licensed through the state of Virginia and also provide supervision services to those seeking to become licensed marriage and family therapists and Licensed Professional Counselors.
Our clients are couples and individuals pursuing healing and understanding through their interactions with their significant others and with the world. For the most part, couples attend our center to understand themselves and their significant others and to creating meaningful changes, resulting in genuine connection with one another.
Our therapists are licensed through the state of Virginia and also provide supervision services to those seeking to become licensed marriage and family therapists and Licensed Professional Counselors.
Our clients are couples and individuals pursuing healing and understanding through their interactions with their significant others and with the world. For the most part, couples attend our center to understand themselves and their significant others and to creating meaningful changes, resulting in genuine connection with one another.
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Kathy Baker
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23454
Change can be exciting...and scary. Finding the right person to assist you through the change is important. I can help you deal with issues of anxiety, depression, poor self-esteem, relationship conflicts, or marital issues. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), play therapy, energy psychology techniques, mindfulness, and family systems therapy I can guide you to a more peaceful and self-fulfilled place in your life.
Change can be exciting...and scary. Finding the right person to assist you through the change is important. I can help you deal with issues of anxiety, depression, poor self-esteem, relationship conflicts, or marital issues. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), play therapy, energy psychology techniques, mindfulness, and family systems therapy I can guide you to a more peaceful and self-fulfilled place in your life.
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Sarah Kooiman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23452 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I primarily work with individuals and couples, and families.
Just about everyone will experience difficulty at some point in their lives, whether that means grief, relationship conflict, mental health concerns, struggles with identity and purpose, or the question of worthiness and success. It can be difficult to know how to maneuver through the challenges that life can throw our way, and at times it's hard to know where to turn. My goal is to help create an opportunity to explore the workings of your mind, and to help guide you to self-discovery, knowledge, and peace.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I primarily work with individuals and couples, and families.
Just about everyone will experience difficulty at some point in their lives, whether that means grief, relationship conflict, mental health concerns, struggles with identity and purpose, or the question of worthiness and success. It can be difficult to know how to maneuver through the challenges that life can throw our way, and at times it's hard to know where to turn. My goal is to help create an opportunity to explore the workings of your mind, and to help guide you to self-discovery, knowledge, and peace.
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Janae Gamble
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
I earned my Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Capella University in 2016. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have worked in the mental health field since 2013 servicing individuals and families in numerous settings including residential placements, community based settings, schools and private practice.
I earned my Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Capella University in 2016. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have worked in the mental health field since 2013 servicing individuals and families in numerous settings including residential placements, community based settings, schools and private practice.
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Amanda Bernice Hopkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23450 (Online Only)
Greetings sunshine! Since the pandemic, there has been an increase in marital woes and discontent. I believe wholeheartedly in acknowledging, processing, and identifying triggers and being honest with our mates about what "our new normal," looks like and how external stressors add to marriage conflict. For those who are contemplating marriage, please consider having those difficult conversations in an effort to be proactive versus reactive. Finally, for families in conflict, consider making today the first day of changes, though small, that are needed to navigate into a better future.
Greetings sunshine! Since the pandemic, there has been an increase in marital woes and discontent. I believe wholeheartedly in acknowledging, processing, and identifying triggers and being honest with our mates about what "our new normal," looks like and how external stressors add to marriage conflict. For those who are contemplating marriage, please consider having those difficult conversations in an effort to be proactive versus reactive. Finally, for families in conflict, consider making today the first day of changes, though small, that are needed to navigate into a better future.
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Hi! My name is Aneta Piasecki, and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Virginia and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and couples and specialize in military, cultural/ethnicities, marital issues, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I mostly work with adults, adolescents ages 14+, and couples. I have experience with a broad spectrum of mental health issues and life transitions, including severe anxiety, panic attacks, GAD, depression, and PTSD. I also have worked with clients from many different cultures, ethnicities, and sexual orientations.
Hi! My name is Aneta Piasecki, and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Virginia and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and couples and specialize in military, cultural/ethnicities, marital issues, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I mostly work with adults, adolescents ages 14+, and couples. I have experience with a broad spectrum of mental health issues and life transitions, including severe anxiety, panic attacks, GAD, depression, and PTSD. I also have worked with clients from many different cultures, ethnicities, and sexual orientations.
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I offer individual, couples, pre-martial, marriage and family counseling, in addition to, coaching and developing individuals who suffered from stress, trauma, and grief issues.
I provide Pastoral Christian Counseling and Life Coaching in the Hampton Roads area. As a Pastoral Counselor and Coach my professional philosophy is that I am committed to the same professional standards and code of ethics that are essential in clinical counseling. The goal of pastoral counseling is to help individuals think biblically about their current struggles in the context of a confidential, and in a caring environment. Life coaching is a developmental process whereby I will meet with individuals on a regular basis to clarify goals, deal with potential stumbling blocks and improve their performance.
I offer individual, couples, pre-martial, marriage and family counseling, in addition to, coaching and developing individuals who suffered from stress, trauma, and grief issues.
I provide Pastoral Christian Counseling and Life Coaching in the Hampton Roads area. As a Pastoral Counselor and Coach my professional philosophy is that I am committed to the same professional standards and code of ethics that are essential in clinical counseling. The goal of pastoral counseling is to help individuals think biblically about their current struggles in the context of a confidential, and in a caring environment. Life coaching is a developmental process whereby I will meet with individuals on a regular basis to clarify goals, deal with potential stumbling blocks and improve their performance.
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I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I work with my clients in a compassionate and understanding way while addressing a variety of important issues to include: depression, anxiety, stress, marital conflict, self harm, sexual abuse, chronic pain and illness, LGBTQA+ issues, gender identity and dysphoria, OCD, PTSD, trauma, alcoholism, substance abuse, anger management and grief issues.
I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I work with my clients in a compassionate and understanding way while addressing a variety of important issues to include: depression, anxiety, stress, marital conflict, self harm, sexual abuse, chronic pain and illness, LGBTQA+ issues, gender identity and dysphoria, OCD, PTSD, trauma, alcoholism, substance abuse, anger management and grief issues.
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I have been a psychotherapist for 30 plus years. Intially, I worked at The Menninger Foundation and later at Eastern Virginia Psychiatric Institute Adult Unit. I was an associate professor at EVMS in family therapy where I taught and coordinated training workshops for the Family Therapy Institute. In 1986, I joined the private practice of Clinical Associates. In 2012, my psychiatrist husband and I moved our location to Laskin Road. I am an Approved Supervisor in the American Association of Marital and Family Therapists and specialize in marital therapy, pre-marital counseling, divorce and conflict resolution in couples.
I have been a psychotherapist for 30 plus years. Intially, I worked at The Menninger Foundation and later at Eastern Virginia Psychiatric Institute Adult Unit. I was an associate professor at EVMS in family therapy where I taught and coordinated training workshops for the Family Therapy Institute. In 1986, I joined the private practice of Clinical Associates. In 2012, my psychiatrist husband and I moved our location to Laskin Road. I am an Approved Supervisor in the American Association of Marital and Family Therapists and specialize in marital therapy, pre-marital counseling, divorce and conflict resolution in couples.
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Ramsey Goshert
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
ACT is highly successful in a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, PTSD, and marital conflict.
Ready to take charge of your life, mood, relationships, or actions? I want to be in your corner as you work to act more like the person you want to be. I work with individuals interested in building skills in the areas of relationships, communication, parenting, anger control, and problem behaviors. If you are feeling stressed, burned out, overworked, on edge, stuck by anxiety or depression: you are not alone. I will help you create an individualized plan for overcoming life obstacles in ways that build on your current strengths and focus on taking action.
ACT is highly successful in a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, PTSD, and marital conflict.
Ready to take charge of your life, mood, relationships, or actions? I want to be in your corner as you work to act more like the person you want to be. I work with individuals interested in building skills in the areas of relationships, communication, parenting, anger control, and problem behaviors. If you are feeling stressed, burned out, overworked, on edge, stuck by anxiety or depression: you are not alone. I will help you create an individualized plan for overcoming life obstacles in ways that build on your current strengths and focus on taking action.
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Dr. Sharon Silverberg
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LMFT, RPT-S, CSOTP
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23455 (Online Only)
and counselors working towards a license /certification as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) (AAMFT approved supervisor), and Registered Play Therapist (RPT-S).
Hello! I work with those seeking confidential and discreet support in working through personal challenges and stressors impacting their everyday lives. Many individuals struggle with depression and anxiety, trauma, problems in relationships, work-related conflicts, or simply put, that feeling that something "just isn't right." Difficult feelings can be hard, however, also a gateway for personal growth. You do not have to go through this alone. My goal is to help you gain awareness and explore difficult thoughts, feelings, and past experiences which prevent you from feeling like your best self, and improve your relationships.
and counselors working towards a license /certification as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) (AAMFT approved supervisor), and Registered Play Therapist (RPT-S).
Hello! I work with those seeking confidential and discreet support in working through personal challenges and stressors impacting their everyday lives. Many individuals struggle with depression and anxiety, trauma, problems in relationships, work-related conflicts, or simply put, that feeling that something "just isn't right." Difficult feelings can be hard, however, also a gateway for personal growth. You do not have to go through this alone. My goal is to help you gain awareness and explore difficult thoughts, feelings, and past experiences which prevent you from feeling like your best self, and improve your relationships.
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Virginia Beach
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
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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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.