Education and Learning Disabilities Therapists in Virginia Beach, VA

Evaluation and treatment of children, adolescents and adults and families emphasizing Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, behavioral and learning issues. I advocate for students regarding special education services and Section 504 accommodations. I provide evaluations to college and graduate students to document disabilities for accommodations. I serve as a Board member of Children and Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. I co-chair the Public Policy committee and am on the Professional Advisory Board. CHADD is the largest international organization dedicated to AD/HD.

I believe everyone benefits when students understand how they learn. I work closely with families and teachers during the assessment process to gather objective data about the student's performance and behavior, both at home and at school. If there are roadblocks that are getting in the way of an individual's success, my focus is to identify those obstacles and target interventions that will assist the student toward academic success.

I provide relationally-based, holistic counseling in a quiet and confidential setting. By combining counseling with state-of-the-art strategies such as neurofeedback, and creative therapies like art, play therapy, and sand tray,I personalize treatment to meet the needs of each unique individual. I can help, when ... you want to understand your child's academic difficulties, so that you can help more effectively; you are searching for new ways of being in relationships; you are facing challenging situations or transitions; you are searching for resolution of traumas or losses; you want relief from depression, anxiety, and stress.

I have a passion for helping individuals/families in all walks of life to take control of their experiences and use strengths to give them power to grow. Your story and collection of struggles are you unique to you. There is no one-size fits all approach to therapy, so I maintain a broad spectrum of approaches and techniques to assist in reaching goals through treatment. We will spend time understanding what you experience and why, so when you start making changes to improve your life, they will stick.

During this time of uncertainty and worry, we may struggle with managing our emotions. If you are struggling, you do not have to do it alone. Therapy is a place to explore what in your life needs attention and support. Together, we will work through and explore concerns & symptoms and determine what strategies will best enhance your life.

Life is challenging at times and can leave you feeling anxious and overwhelmed, vulnerable and depleted. Seeking support becomes crucial to your wellbeing. We will work together to increase your coping skills and develop healthy ways for you to manage your emotions. We will identify self-defeating thoughts, making your mind more "user-friendly", and change unhealthy patterns of behavior. I am deeply invested in your growth and sense of empowerment. I welcome individuals, couples, and families to my practice. I also welcome those who are inspired to work more deeply on their spiritual growth.

Experiencing a loss in your life? It could be the death of a friend, loved one, or pet, divorce, loss of a job, or any other kind of loss. I can help you. I have extensive experience dealing with grief and loss. Call or email for an appointment and let's see how working together, we can help you heal. I can help you come to terms with your losses. Be sure to ask for Karen when you call.

I am Licensed Psychotherapist and Psychoanalyst, Board Certified Clinical Sexologist, and Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am also a Diplomate, Board of Clinical Sexology. I have been a therapist for over 30 years. My team of Psychiatrists,Psychologists & clinicians service over 500 clients monthly. This team approach affords you an opportunity to capitalize on the 150 years of therapeutic expertise of the entire staff. Their specialties include: Marriage/Couple/divorce, Work Related Stress, Depression, Addictions, Gay/Lesbian/Gender Issues, Sex counseling & therapy, Anger Management, PTSD, Juveniles & Adolescent, Physical -Emotional-Verbal Abuse, Grief, Attention functioning & learning disorders

If you're looking for a psychologist who is easy to speak with, has a wide variety of experience, who offers cost effective confidential treatment and who has a proven track record of helping people manage the challenges in their lives, then look no further! I have been in practice for over 25 years. My work with clients includes: *Individual Therapy (with children, adolescents and adults). *Family Therapy. *Parenting Issues .*ADHD/Learning Disabilities Testing and Treatment. *Marital/Couples Therapy (including Collaborative Marital/Couples Therapy). *Separation and Divorce work (Collaborative and Traditional models of Divorce) Divorce Coach, Co-Parenting Coach,Co-Parenting Plan Development, Child Specialist

Now accepting new clients with morning and afternoon availability. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Board Certified Art Therapist with over eighteen years of experience providing high quality, individualized counseling services. I help clients address anxiety, depression, AD/HD, grief and loss, women’s issues, relationship conflicts, parenting issues, and family dynamics. Art, play, and sandtray therapies offered.

I specialize in neuropsychological evaluations to assess cognitive and psychological functioning. I have specialization in working with adults and older adults with complex medical conditions. I also conduct comprehensive evaluations for children to assess neurodevelopmental disorders, such as ADHD and autism, as well as psychoeducational evaluations to assess learning disorders, in addition to mental health issues. My evaluations provide a comprehensive look at cognitive and psychological functioning to assist with diagnosis, as well as provide treatment recommendations and academic/work accommodations.

As an African American male mental health professional, my passion lies in providing culturally sensitive and affirming care to disadvantaged-minority-adolescent populations struggling with mental health issues. I firmly believe that every individual deserves access to quality mental health services, regardless of background or socioeconomic status. Having grown up in a community that faced many mental health challenges, I understand firsthand the unique struggles that individuals from minority communities face when seeking mental health support. I strive to create a safe and supportive environment for disadvantaged households!

Currently waitlisted until Sept 2024 You may be looking for someone to help you better understand yourself and your behaviors or to build better relationships with your loved ones. With a background in mental health and special education, I am uniquely positioned to support you in achieving your goals. My passion is helping my clients learn to feel good about who they are and the direction their life is headed. I help adults, youth, and families transition from confusion and misunderstanding to clarity and healthy relationships.

Has your child's school told you they need to be tested? Have you been rejected for a job and need to be re-tested to demonstrate you actually do qualify? Has your therapy hit a dead end and your therapist needs diagnostic clarity to take you to the next level? My practice was designed to address each of these concerns and more. Testing and evaluation opens up doors to school services, better job opportunities, and in some cases, can help the courts better understand your side of situations. Together, we can use your testing results to help you navigate these systems even more effectively. Not offering therapy at this time.

I love supporting clients of all ages, infants to 99, in growing, healing, overcoming, and becoming the person they choose and need to be. With an extensive background in Special Education including a focus in Autism and Gifted and Talented, I incorporate a perspective on Human Development into my clinical practice. Areas where I do a great deal of work include Attachment (RAD) for foster care and adoption; Borderline Personality Disorder BPD; DID and Dissociation; Trauma; and Anxiety and Depression. We incorporate mindfulness and compassion with DBT, NLP, EMDR and Hypnotherapy into a gentle, integrated and supportive platform.

My goal as a therapist is to help you find what makes you happy and to help you move towards healing . Whether you're looking to improve your relationship(s), career, or manage life's challenges; having someone to help you on your journey is what I'm here for. I believe each client and their background is unique and deserves a tailored approach. With counseling you will be able to heal from pain, and reclaim your life. During this time, I provide Telehealth Video Therapy, for evaluation appointments and follow up appointments. So, let's start your journey today!

“A different kind of therapy experience.” You are the expert on you. Maybe you're looking for something that's not "just talking". If you're struggling with anxiety, ADHD, depression, autism, OCD, etc., this very personalized approach, can make all the difference. If that’s you, or your child, maybe this is what you've been searching for. Maybe you’ve noticed you can focus better if you’re fidgeting or playing a game, taking a walk, doodling, or petting a dog. My clients seem to think more clearly, make better decisions, feel calmer and happier, because we use these strategies in session, combined with traditional talk therapy.

Welcome! I have a passion for supporting neurodiverse individuals of all ages and families seeking acceptance and understanding. I have a personal connection to this journey as well. I am what some may call, 'neuro-spicy' myself. It is this unique blend of experience and expertise that sets me apart and allows me to truly connect with my clients on a profound level. Life can be tough, and sometimes, all we need is a little empathy, humor, and realism to navigate its complexities. That is where Shooting Star Counseling comes in!

My practice is client-centered and universal. I believe in treating the entire person. I look at past experiences, trauma, current issues, and future hopes and goals. I specialize in treating children ages (5+), adolescents, young adults, and adults. Most of my experience is working with clients healing from trauma. I pull from a variety of therapeutic techniques to work with the individual. If one therapy is not working, let's try something else.