Humanistic Therapists in Williamsburg, VA
Shilpa Sinclair
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Williamsburg, VA 23185 (Online Only)
My client and I work together as a cohesive unit to address outstanding problems and concerns and I use a humanistic model to ensure the client feels they have say and control on how they want the therapeutic process to look like with advice, input and guidance from me during our work together.
Our lives can be challenging and change/transitions occur frequently, learning about, and working on navigating and dealing with the emotions and feelings that come with past, present and upcoming life events is part of the therapeutic process. I aim at assisting clients work through and process their daily and long term experiences in order to help them arrange, understand, and regulate how they deal with their lives in a manner that is empathetic and fruitful for them. I have a Master’s Degree in Social Work from Loyola University of Chicago.
My client and I work together as a cohesive unit to address outstanding problems and concerns and I use a humanistic model to ensure the client feels they have say and control on how they want the therapeutic process to look like with advice, input and guidance from me during our work together.
Our lives can be challenging and change/transitions occur frequently, learning about, and working on navigating and dealing with the emotions and feelings that come with past, present and upcoming life events is part of the therapeutic process. I aim at assisting clients work through and process their daily and long term experiences in order to help them arrange, understand, and regulate how they deal with their lives in a manner that is empathetic and fruitful for them. I have a Master’s Degree in Social Work from Loyola University of Chicago.
I am here to help you reach your personal goals from an existential humanistic approach. I have been trained and use CBT, DBT, MI, EMDR, Solution Focused, and Crisis Intervention techniques. I also have experience with CISM (Crisis Intervention Stress Management) and provide debriefing support. I look forward to working with you to find the best ways to achieve your goals!
I am here to help you reach your personal goals from an existential humanistic approach. I have been trained and use CBT, DBT, MI, EMDR, Solution Focused, and Crisis Intervention techniques. I also have experience with CISM (Crisis Intervention Stress Management) and provide debriefing support. I look forward to working with you to find the best ways to achieve your goals!
Are you going through a difficult situation or making an important life decision? Do you want to explore ways to achieve a more fulfilling life?
Are you going through a difficult situation or making an important life decision? Do you want to explore ways to achieve a more fulfilling life?
Dr. Jordan Luck
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT, CSAC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Williamsburg, VA 23188
Jordan has worked with a broad population, including intensive in-home counseling, couples therapy, family therapy, individual outpatient counseling, and inpatient behavioral health counseling. He mainly uses cognitive behavioral therapy with a person-centered perspective as his therapeutic approach for individuals; when working with couples, Jordan focuses on establishing healthy boundaries, recognizing and changing patterns, Gottman-based approaches, and overall structure in the family unit. Jordan has worked specifically with clients to address ADHD, depression, anxiety, and marital problems.
Jordan has worked with a broad population, including intensive in-home counseling, couples therapy, family therapy, individual outpatient counseling, and inpatient behavioral health counseling. He mainly uses cognitive behavioral therapy with a person-centered perspective as his therapeutic approach for individuals; when working with couples, Jordan focuses on establishing healthy boundaries, recognizing and changing patterns, Gottman-based approaches, and overall structure in the family unit. Jordan has worked specifically with clients to address ADHD, depression, anxiety, and marital problems.
I specialize in working with adolescents but also had a long stint working with geriatric patients alongside a well-respected neuropsychiatrist in Texas. I've worked with substance addiction as a specialty in three states and have a long history of helping patients with childhood trauma. I have a general practice and work with issues such as anxiety, depression, LGBTQIA-related, and shame/low self-worth. My ideal client wants to change and is not afraid of doing a little homework between sessions.
I specialize in working with adolescents but also had a long stint working with geriatric patients alongside a well-respected neuropsychiatrist in Texas. I've worked with substance addiction as a specialty in three states and have a long history of helping patients with childhood trauma. I have a general practice and work with issues such as anxiety, depression, LGBTQIA-related, and shame/low self-worth. My ideal client wants to change and is not afraid of doing a little homework between sessions.
Jaye Stanley Accepting New Clients
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
Williamsburg, VA 23188
Your story matters. My goal is to provide a space where you can feel like your best self. I will meet you where you are and journey with you to where you want to be. I believe the therapeutic relationship is a key part of success; therefore, I approach each session with compassion and authenticity. I work to create a space for individuals to be challenged and encouraged towards their goals. The process of choosing a therapist can be challenging. If you would like to see if we are a good fit, please contact our office. I look forward to meeting you!
Your story matters. My goal is to provide a space where you can feel like your best self. I will meet you where you are and journey with you to where you want to be. I believe the therapeutic relationship is a key part of success; therefore, I approach each session with compassion and authenticity. I work to create a space for individuals to be challenged and encouraged towards their goals. The process of choosing a therapist can be challenging. If you would like to see if we are a good fit, please contact our office. I look forward to meeting you!
Shawn Patrick McNulty
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Williamsburg, VA 23188 (Online Only)
OutKind Counseling is an inclusive, culturally contextual, gender affirming, and person centered counseling practice dedicated to the art and employment of kindness. The private practice of Shawn Patrick McNulty, LPC, it is crafted as a safe space, a space of hope and respect for the client's personhood and the contexts of their lives. The practice focus is on issues of trauma, depression, anxiety, and gender identity for those aged 14+ and specializes in working with those who identify among the LGBTQ+ communities.
OutKind Counseling is an inclusive, culturally contextual, gender affirming, and person centered counseling practice dedicated to the art and employment of kindness. The private practice of Shawn Patrick McNulty, LPC, it is crafted as a safe space, a space of hope and respect for the client's personhood and the contexts of their lives. The practice focus is on issues of trauma, depression, anxiety, and gender identity for those aged 14+ and specializes in working with those who identify among the LGBTQ+ communities.
Isaiah Day
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Williamsburg, VA 23188
Waitlist for new clients
Isaiah has a strong history of working with adolescents and their families, working to develop resiliency in the face of trauma, mood disorders, and anxiety. He works to support individuals and families in strengthening their motivation to change and developing strategies and skills to overcome the challenges facing them. Clients will focus on the way they tell their own story, how that telling shapes their lives, and how they might re-tell their stories to make the changes they want.
Isaiah has a strong history of working with adolescents and their families, working to develop resiliency in the face of trauma, mood disorders, and anxiety. He works to support individuals and families in strengthening their motivation to change and developing strategies and skills to overcome the challenges facing them. Clients will focus on the way they tell their own story, how that telling shapes their lives, and how they might re-tell their stories to make the changes they want.
Maxi T. Trent
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC , QHMP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Williamsburg, VA 23185
I have spent my entire career working to help make the lives of others better. From working with the victims of Hurricane Katrina to working and serving the homeless in Washington, DC. The majority of my life has been spent in the service of others. I graduated from Liberty University with a master’s in Professional Counseling and a Master of Arts in Human Services Counseling: Addiction and Treatment. I have learned to help effectively and efficiently those suffering from mental illness. I believe in treating the whole person, and sometimes that includes working with their families.
I have spent my entire career working to help make the lives of others better. From working with the victims of Hurricane Katrina to working and serving the homeless in Washington, DC. The majority of my life has been spent in the service of others. I graduated from Liberty University with a master’s in Professional Counseling and a Master of Arts in Human Services Counseling: Addiction and Treatment. I have learned to help effectively and efficiently those suffering from mental illness. I believe in treating the whole person, and sometimes that includes working with their families.
John Daniel McKeal
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Williamsburg, VA 23185
I like to consider myself a therapeutic guide for my clients. Through a variety of therapeutic techniques we will go on a journey wherein my clients will learn about themselves. Throughout this journey we will confront obstacles, overcome anxieties, conquer fears and face down issues that are everything from minor struggles to major life issues. I utilize a variety of therapeutic interventions so as never to be a "one size fits all" therapist. Every man, woman and child comes to therapy seeking inner peace, stability or just a safe space to talk. I like to think I can be that safe space for all of my clients.
I like to consider myself a therapeutic guide for my clients. Through a variety of therapeutic techniques we will go on a journey wherein my clients will learn about themselves. Throughout this journey we will confront obstacles, overcome anxieties, conquer fears and face down issues that are everything from minor struggles to major life issues. I utilize a variety of therapeutic interventions so as never to be a "one size fits all" therapist. Every man, woman and child comes to therapy seeking inner peace, stability or just a safe space to talk. I like to think I can be that safe space for all of my clients.
Dr. Alexandra ("Alix") Price is a clinical psychologist who has more than 16 years of experience assessing and treating various mental health diagnoses. She believes in holistic recovery and is particularly passionate about the importance of connection within the therapy relationship. Dr. Price works with adults who are struggling with adjustment disorders, depression, bipolar disorders, anxiety disorders, borderline personality disorder, grief, life transition problems, women's issues, stress management, and much more.
Dr. Alexandra ("Alix") Price is a clinical psychologist who has more than 16 years of experience assessing and treating various mental health diagnoses. She believes in holistic recovery and is particularly passionate about the importance of connection within the therapy relationship. Dr. Price works with adults who are struggling with adjustment disorders, depression, bipolar disorders, anxiety disorders, borderline personality disorder, grief, life transition problems, women's issues, stress management, and much more.
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Eating Disorder Treatment Clinician I am a National Certified Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor with Sondemind. I am founder of Brightness in the Rain Counseling Services, LLC . I am also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and a Certified Mental Health Integrative Medicine Provider. My CMHIMP training focused on Nutrition for Mental Health. Additionally, I am an EDIT Certified I- Eating Disorder Treatment Clinician. I have a Master of Arts degree in Pastoral Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Marymount University. Marymount University is ranked as the Counseling program in Virginia on universities.com. for 2021
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Maryam Tehrani
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Williamsburg, VA 23185
Welcome! It is my passion to help you live a happier, calmer, and more fulfilling life. Much of our inexplicable behavior and habits that hold us back is rooted in genetics, childhood, family dynamics, trauma, and circumstances. I can help you understand what holds you back and find healing. Working together, I can help you overcome difficult transitions, relationships and parenting challenges. You will improve your mood, change negative lifestyle habits, reduce stress, build confidence, uncover passions, and eventually become your true self. My specialties include high conflict relationships and emotional abuse.
Welcome! It is my passion to help you live a happier, calmer, and more fulfilling life. Much of our inexplicable behavior and habits that hold us back is rooted in genetics, childhood, family dynamics, trauma, and circumstances. I can help you understand what holds you back and find healing. Working together, I can help you overcome difficult transitions, relationships and parenting challenges. You will improve your mood, change negative lifestyle habits, reduce stress, build confidence, uncover passions, and eventually become your true self. My specialties include high conflict relationships and emotional abuse.
In the face of overwhelming emotions or obstacles, it's natural to feel hurt and unable to find peace of mind. Together, we can identify and overcome these barriers, paving the way for an authentic self filled with love, serenity, and joy. Remember, everyone deserves a safe and comfortable space to be themselves. Your journey towards a positive outlook and freedom begins here.
In the face of overwhelming emotions or obstacles, it's natural to feel hurt and unable to find peace of mind. Together, we can identify and overcome these barriers, paving the way for an authentic self filled with love, serenity, and joy. Remember, everyone deserves a safe and comfortable space to be themselves. Your journey towards a positive outlook and freedom begins here.
Jayna Gillespie
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Williamsburg, VA 23185 (Online Only)
Hi! I'm glad you're here. I believe that counseling is most effective when it is designed by the participant and fits their individual or family needs. I am trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and holds certifications in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Trauma Treatment. I have experience working with children, adults, and families to strengthen attachment, manage complex traumatic experiences, and overcome anxiety, depression, suicidality, isolation, and negative patterns of behavior.
Hi! I'm glad you're here. I believe that counseling is most effective when it is designed by the participant and fits their individual or family needs. I am trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and holds certifications in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Trauma Treatment. I have experience working with children, adults, and families to strengthen attachment, manage complex traumatic experiences, and overcome anxiety, depression, suicidality, isolation, and negative patterns of behavior.
Caitlin Gendron Experienced Resident Accepting New Clients!
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Williamsburg, VA 23188
Hi! I work with adolescents and adults on matters that include but are not limited to anxiety, depression, self-esteem, life changes, and relationship concerns. My main goal is to create a relaxed environment that allows my clients to feel comfortable and safe. The therapeutic bond is very important as I strive to create a personable, casual, yet effective environment for change for each unique person and their needs. I aim to be the bridge for my clients as we work through change and growth goals together.
Hi! I work with adolescents and adults on matters that include but are not limited to anxiety, depression, self-esteem, life changes, and relationship concerns. My main goal is to create a relaxed environment that allows my clients to feel comfortable and safe. The therapeutic bond is very important as I strive to create a personable, casual, yet effective environment for change for each unique person and their needs. I aim to be the bridge for my clients as we work through change and growth goals together.
Peaceful Mind, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA CMHC
Verified Verified
Williamsburg, VA 23185
If you are ready to learn to be joyful and find a new meaning in life, I am here to support you in therapy. Are you currently experiencing challenges in your marriage or family relationships? Are you looking forward to learn better ways of communicating, and how to get along with others? Are you ready to learn better coping skills, get your self-confidence back, and finally put yourself first? I am here to support you on your healing journey. My clinical experience is in individual, couples and family therapy. I specialize in family therapy, and especially families of medical doctors.
If you are ready to learn to be joyful and find a new meaning in life, I am here to support you in therapy. Are you currently experiencing challenges in your marriage or family relationships? Are you looking forward to learn better ways of communicating, and how to get along with others? Are you ready to learn better coping skills, get your self-confidence back, and finally put yourself first? I am here to support you on your healing journey. My clinical experience is in individual, couples and family therapy. I specialize in family therapy, and especially families of medical doctors.
Gwyn Limber is an LPC who has over 20 years of experience in the field treating trauma, LGBTQA+ issues, women's issues, and more. Gwyn has worked with children, pre-teens, teens and adults in multiple different settings. She has been a counselor and therapist in group homes, domestic violence shelters, substance abuse centers, in-home, and multiple outpatient settings. Gwyn completed her Master of Science (MS) at the University of Kentucky. She began as an art major, but found her passion in psychology and helping others.
Gwyn Limber is an LPC who has over 20 years of experience in the field treating trauma, LGBTQA+ issues, women's issues, and more. Gwyn has worked with children, pre-teens, teens and adults in multiple different settings. She has been a counselor and therapist in group homes, domestic violence shelters, substance abuse centers, in-home, and multiple outpatient settings. Gwyn completed her Master of Science (MS) at the University of Kentucky. She began as an art major, but found her passion in psychology and helping others.
Dr. Cassie DeSena-Jacobs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, MS
Verified Verified
Williamsburg, VA 23185 (Online Only)
My goal as a psychotherapist over the last 18 years has been to be nonjudgmental and highlight a person's strengths as a way to process trauma and life events. I incorporate various techniques to empower clients, promote and identify resiliency, and identify/rebuild strengths.
My goal as a psychotherapist over the last 18 years has been to be nonjudgmental and highlight a person's strengths as a way to process trauma and life events. I incorporate various techniques to empower clients, promote and identify resiliency, and identify/rebuild strengths.
Lisa Cassidy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Williamsburg, VA 23188
Waitlist for new clients
I am passionate about helping others while exploring the uncertainties that arise during transitions and life changes, whether that’s enrollment in college, starting a new career, or a recent move. I am interested in learning more about my clients on a daily basis by utilizing a person centered and strength-based perspective. My approach aims to help you better understand how your habits, thoughts and behaviors deeply affect your life. I focus my work with children, adolescents, and young adults. As a culturally competent therapist, I possess the versatility to work with a variety of populations and age groups.
I am passionate about helping others while exploring the uncertainties that arise during transitions and life changes, whether that’s enrollment in college, starting a new career, or a recent move. I am interested in learning more about my clients on a daily basis by utilizing a person centered and strength-based perspective. My approach aims to help you better understand how your habits, thoughts and behaviors deeply affect your life. I focus my work with children, adolescents, and young adults. As a culturally competent therapist, I possess the versatility to work with a variety of populations and age groups.
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Humanistic Therapists
How does humanistic therapy work?
One tenet of humanistic therapy is that people are good. The humanistic approach is concerned with a person’s ability to accept oneself. It likewise encourages a person to overcome self-criticism and self-defeating tendencies, as well as disapproval from others. This approach also emphasizes self-actualization and treating an individual as a whole person. A foundation of this therapy type: The patient is the expert in their life, and treatment often takes the individual’s lead.
Is humanistic therapy evidence-based?
Humanistic therapy is an evidence-based practice. Research has found that humanistic therapy can lead to significant improvement, and for some people it can be just as effective as other therapies, such as Cognitive behavioral therapy. The benefits of humanistic therapy are enduring.
How long does humanistic therapy last?
The goal of humanistic therapy is to understand a person’s day-to-day experiences. While sessions can be short-term and last over a few months, therapy can sometimes continue beyond that and last up to a year or more. And because patients learn the theory behind humanistic therapy during treatment, they can also practice its tenets throughout life after therapy sessions have been completed.
Is humanistic therapy effective?
According to research, many patients find success with humanistic therapy. Researchers note that the therapy is particularly useful in addressing poor self-esteem and self-sabotage, as well as improving conditions including anxiety and depression. Improvements in problem areas can be long standing, as individuals can continue working on themselves by using the tools they’ve learned during treatment.