Family Therapy in Virginia
Providing individual, couples and family counseling.
I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that span from therapy for depression and grief counseling to parenting support, couples counseling and beyond. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each of my clients individual needs to help attain the personal growth they're striving for.
Providing individual, couples and family counseling.
I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that span from therapy for depression and grief counseling to parenting support, couples counseling and beyond. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each of my clients individual needs to help attain the personal growth they're striving for.
I believe in the strength of community/ family bonds as well as inner strength for the potential of growth and resilience, even in the face of adversity.
Every person is different that's why therapy should be catered to the individual to meet their specific needs and goals. My goal is to help my clients gain a more positive outlook and willing to face challenging obstacles and build confidence in conflict resolution issues or transitions.
I believe in the strength of community/ family bonds as well as inner strength for the potential of growth and resilience, even in the face of adversity.
Every person is different that's why therapy should be catered to the individual to meet their specific needs and goals. My goal is to help my clients gain a more positive outlook and willing to face challenging obstacles and build confidence in conflict resolution issues or transitions.
Brookside Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manassas, VA 20112
You will find the practitioners at Brookside Family Therapy to be empathetic, genuine and curious.
Are you struggling with decision overload? Feeling overwhelmed just getting through the day? Do you have concerns your family and friends might be tired of hearing about? Kelly and the therapy dogs are great at creating a calm and welcoming atmosphere where you can feel safe sharing whatever is on your mind. Together, we can help you make plans to move forward in your life in a satisfying way. Each of us goes through many changes as individuals, as part of a relationship and perhaps a family. Sometimes we need help navigating those changes and making sure they are healthy. Sometimes we need help!
You will find the practitioners at Brookside Family Therapy to be empathetic, genuine and curious.
Are you struggling with decision overload? Feeling overwhelmed just getting through the day? Do you have concerns your family and friends might be tired of hearing about? Kelly and the therapy dogs are great at creating a calm and welcoming atmosphere where you can feel safe sharing whatever is on your mind. Together, we can help you make plans to move forward in your life in a satisfying way. Each of us goes through many changes as individuals, as part of a relationship and perhaps a family. Sometimes we need help navigating those changes and making sure they are healthy. Sometimes we need help!
Steven J Fields
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CFT
Verified Verified
Hampton, VA 23666 (Online Only)
I am a sex therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Missouri and Virginia, who is a National Board Certified Counselor (NCC), a Certified Family Counselor (CFT), and a Certified Grief Counseling Specialist (CGCS).
As we live, we write the stories of our lives. Sometimes the pen gets too heavy. Sometimes we don’t know where to start… or how to continue. And then there’s writer’s block, the faltering of the creative process somewhere in our hearts, our minds, our bodies producing dis-orders and dis-eases. Maybe you have lost a Loved one. Maybe you’re starting a new relationship. Maybe you want a new job. Maybe you just want change. I believe the remedy is in the beliefs/feelings, thoughts, and behaviors fueling the writer’s block or dis-ease, and I am a dis-ease specialist.
I am a sex therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Missouri and Virginia, who is a National Board Certified Counselor (NCC), a Certified Family Counselor (CFT), and a Certified Grief Counseling Specialist (CGCS).
As we live, we write the stories of our lives. Sometimes the pen gets too heavy. Sometimes we don’t know where to start… or how to continue. And then there’s writer’s block, the faltering of the creative process somewhere in our hearts, our minds, our bodies producing dis-orders and dis-eases. Maybe you have lost a Loved one. Maybe you’re starting a new relationship. Maybe you want a new job. Maybe you just want change. I believe the remedy is in the beliefs/feelings, thoughts, and behaviors fueling the writer’s block or dis-ease, and I am a dis-ease specialist.
Feeling lost or looking for help or guidance? Struggling to find who you are or what you want to do? Struggling as parent or executive? Looking to fine tune areas of your life, relationship, or career? From Psychedelic Therapy and Coaching for individuals and parents to Executive Coaching to our individual, family, and community health and wellness services, we are committed to providing all of our clients with a healthcare experience that is unique, meaningful, and functional. At AHWI Psychology Group, we are driven by one simple goal: to help our clients achieve theirs. We have been helping clients to do just that since 2008.
Feeling lost or looking for help or guidance? Struggling to find who you are or what you want to do? Struggling as parent or executive? Looking to fine tune areas of your life, relationship, or career? From Psychedelic Therapy and Coaching for individuals and parents to Executive Coaching to our individual, family, and community health and wellness services, we are committed to providing all of our clients with a healthcare experience that is unique, meaningful, and functional. At AHWI Psychology Group, we are driven by one simple goal: to help our clients achieve theirs. We have been helping clients to do just that since 2008.
Scott Beach is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has 16 years of experience in the mental health field. Scott has worked in several different areas, including private and state-run psychiatric hospitals with adults and children, as an outpatient therapist for a community mental health child and family program, and in a hospital emergency room to help assess individuals who might need hospitalization. These enriching experiences have allowed Scott the opportunity to develop competency in treating a broad range of clients with diverse mental health and substance use issues.
Scott Beach is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has 16 years of experience in the mental health field. Scott has worked in several different areas, including private and state-run psychiatric hospitals with adults and children, as an outpatient therapist for a community mental health child and family program, and in a hospital emergency room to help assess individuals who might need hospitalization. These enriching experiences have allowed Scott the opportunity to develop competency in treating a broad range of clients with diverse mental health and substance use issues.
Kimberly Best Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
North Chesterfield, VA 23236 (Online Only)
Are you an adult woman who feels overwhelmed, depressed, anxious or unfulfilled and ready to be well? Maybe your relationships are falling apart, and you don't know what to do. I'm Kimberly Best Johnson, a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, ordained minister, and certified Health Coach. With extensive education and clinical experience in Christian Counseling, I specialize in providing hope and support to adult women like you seeking to improve their lives.
Are you an adult woman who feels overwhelmed, depressed, anxious or unfulfilled and ready to be well? Maybe your relationships are falling apart, and you don't know what to do. I'm Kimberly Best Johnson, a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, ordained minister, and certified Health Coach. With extensive education and clinical experience in Christian Counseling, I specialize in providing hope and support to adult women like you seeking to improve their lives.
The Marriage Institute
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Chesapeake, VA 23320
As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist people usually come to me in crisis mode or at a point that the relationship has been exhausted.
The Marriage Institute is composed of a team of professionals that beleive in the institution of marriage and are devoted to enhance the lives of people.Couples will be equipped with tools that will enhance their physical, emotional and spiritual well being, hence providing them with a successful balanced relationship.
As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist people usually come to me in crisis mode or at a point that the relationship has been exhausted.
The Marriage Institute is composed of a team of professionals that beleive in the institution of marriage and are devoted to enhance the lives of people.Couples will be equipped with tools that will enhance their physical, emotional and spiritual well being, hence providing them with a successful balanced relationship.
I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families on issues related to difficult, complicated, or strained family relationships, including marital issues.
I take a holistic and integrative approach to therapy which involves integrating various elements of different theories and practice. I lean most heavily on approaches focused on how people’s thinking can change feelings and behaviors while also implementing an approach focused on helping clients achieve their highest potential. Instead of energy spent on the past or negative behaviors, I emphasize the goodness in clients and work toward growth and self-actualization. I also use approaches oriented toward problem-solving including Hypnotherapy, NLP Brain Training, Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), Coaching, and EMDR therapy.
I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families on issues related to difficult, complicated, or strained family relationships, including marital issues.
I take a holistic and integrative approach to therapy which involves integrating various elements of different theories and practice. I lean most heavily on approaches focused on how people’s thinking can change feelings and behaviors while also implementing an approach focused on helping clients achieve their highest potential. Instead of energy spent on the past or negative behaviors, I emphasize the goodness in clients and work toward growth and self-actualization. I also use approaches oriented toward problem-solving including Hypnotherapy, NLP Brain Training, Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), Coaching, and EMDR therapy.
Phyllis Fortunato
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Falls Church, VA 22046
I specialize in family building, including recurrent pregnancy loss, ART, donor gamete, surrogacy, adoption and child free living.
I am available for tele-therapy sessions at this time using a secure platform. As a Licensed Professional Counselor in Northern Virginia for 20 years, I attend to many areas of mental health including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, career problems, grief, trauma, and life phases that are challenging. I have a collaborative, pragmatic, respectful counseling style that promotes self reflection, understanding and tolerance.
I specialize in family building, including recurrent pregnancy loss, ART, donor gamete, surrogacy, adoption and child free living.
I am available for tele-therapy sessions at this time using a secure platform. As a Licensed Professional Counselor in Northern Virginia for 20 years, I attend to many areas of mental health including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, career problems, grief, trauma, and life phases that are challenging. I have a collaborative, pragmatic, respectful counseling style that promotes self reflection, understanding and tolerance.
Catherine A Love
Marriage & Family Therapist, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Haymarket, VA 20169 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist.
In the 25 + years working in the field of counseling I have wanted each person to explore themselves and their situation(s). Each person has the ability to travel the pathway and not be alone. We work together. Improve their relationship with themselves or with their Significant Other, Family, Friends and/or Colleagues. During these years have worked with individuals (female & male), couples, and teens, Fire & Rescue, Police & Sheriff departments, Corrections personnel and Veterans. Also work doing Premarital Counseling and Career Counseling.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist.
In the 25 + years working in the field of counseling I have wanted each person to explore themselves and their situation(s). Each person has the ability to travel the pathway and not be alone. We work together. Improve their relationship with themselves or with their Significant Other, Family, Friends and/or Colleagues. During these years have worked with individuals (female & male), couples, and teens, Fire & Rescue, Police & Sheriff departments, Corrections personnel and Veterans. Also work doing Premarital Counseling and Career Counseling.
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Currently, as a Resident in Counseling, I provide a range of therapeutic services to clients aged 6 and up, including individual, group, couple, and family therapy.
While pursuing my Master’s degree at James Madison University, I discovered a profound commitment to serving rural communities. This passion led me to an enriching internship in Page County, VA, where I have continued to serve ever since. My professional journey includes experience as a Crisis Therapist, mental health therapist, and therapist for Page County's Adult Recovery Court Program.
Currently, as a Resident in Counseling, I provide a range of therapeutic services to clients aged 6 and up, including individual, group, couple, and family therapy.
While pursuing my Master’s degree at James Madison University, I discovered a profound commitment to serving rural communities. This passion led me to an enriching internship in Page County, VA, where I have continued to serve ever since. My professional journey includes experience as a Crisis Therapist, mental health therapist, and therapist for Page County's Adult Recovery Court Program.
I enjoy helping people establish and maintain relationships. It could be a relationship with your significant other, colleagues, or your family where values, beliefs, expectations, or even the cultures may be different. I also help people maintain a positive relationship with themselves by achieving an internal balance and being at peace with their past experiences.
I enjoy helping people establish and maintain relationships. It could be a relationship with your significant other, colleagues, or your family where values, beliefs, expectations, or even the cultures may be different. I also help people maintain a positive relationship with themselves by achieving an internal balance and being at peace with their past experiences.
David Turner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW, DCFC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23238 (Online Only)
I have been assisting people to overcome depression, anxiety and to repair relationships seemingly in free-fall for more than 40 years. Because there is no shortcut to peace and well-being, treatment is open-ended, tailored to each person's unique needs. Teletherapy by computer, tablet, and smartphone is available for individual, couple, and group treatment sessions. With COVID-19, Shelter-in-Place puts even more stress on relationships and employment. Alcohol, drug use, and porn addiction can make relationships even harder. I have much experience assisting addicts to achieve a more peaceful and productive life for self and family.
I have been assisting people to overcome depression, anxiety and to repair relationships seemingly in free-fall for more than 40 years. Because there is no shortcut to peace and well-being, treatment is open-ended, tailored to each person's unique needs. Teletherapy by computer, tablet, and smartphone is available for individual, couple, and group treatment sessions. With COVID-19, Shelter-in-Place puts even more stress on relationships and employment. Alcohol, drug use, and porn addiction can make relationships even harder. I have much experience assisting addicts to achieve a more peaceful and productive life for self and family.
Benjamin Clark
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodbridge, VA 22192
Ben Clark currently holds a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) license in the Commonwealth of Virginia. With over 10 years of experience supporting adolescents and families as they are managing issues such as depression, anxiety, life transitions, individual, family and personal relationship issues. As an undergraduate, he felt it was important to combine his two passions of psychology and outdoor recreation by completing a specialty double major program in Psychology and Human Services and Recreation Management with an emphasis on Therapeutic Outdoor Recreation.
Ben Clark currently holds a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) license in the Commonwealth of Virginia. With over 10 years of experience supporting adolescents and families as they are managing issues such as depression, anxiety, life transitions, individual, family and personal relationship issues. As an undergraduate, he felt it was important to combine his two passions of psychology and outdoor recreation by completing a specialty double major program in Psychology and Human Services and Recreation Management with an emphasis on Therapeutic Outdoor Recreation.
Erika Brooks
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CSAC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23228
I provide sound therapeutic counseling and support to people who are dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance abuse concerns. Using an ecclectic therapeutic approach, I will help you rediscover effective coping skills (and maybe learn new ones) to faces challenges and make change in your life. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults in an individual, family, or group setting. If you are ready to begin the journey, please call or email me.
I provide sound therapeutic counseling and support to people who are dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance abuse concerns. Using an ecclectic therapeutic approach, I will help you rediscover effective coping skills (and maybe learn new ones) to faces challenges and make change in your life. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults in an individual, family, or group setting. If you are ready to begin the journey, please call or email me.
Andrea Levy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030
Waitlist for new clients
I currently practice with adults facing depression, anxiety, relationship issues, separation and divorce, fertility, pregnancy & infant loss, self esteem, grief, trauma, emotional aspects of illness and disease, medical and surgical weight loss, career & family balance, life transitions and LGBTQIA+.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been working in the mental health field for over 20 years. I view therapy as a collaborative process that enables clients to gain perspective on their emotions, beliefs, relationships and behaviors. My approach is empathic, authentic and warm. I work from a strengths based perspective and assist clients in facing life challenges in realistic ways through a combination of cognitive behavioral and psychodynamic therapies. I provide a confidential, safe environment for exploration and change.
I currently practice with adults facing depression, anxiety, relationship issues, separation and divorce, fertility, pregnancy & infant loss, self esteem, grief, trauma, emotional aspects of illness and disease, medical and surgical weight loss, career & family balance, life transitions and LGBTQIA+.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been working in the mental health field for over 20 years. I view therapy as a collaborative process that enables clients to gain perspective on their emotions, beliefs, relationships and behaviors. My approach is empathic, authentic and warm. I work from a strengths based perspective and assist clients in facing life challenges in realistic ways through a combination of cognitive behavioral and psychodynamic therapies. I provide a confidential, safe environment for exploration and change.
Jennifer Smith Sims
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlottesville, VA 22902 (Online Only)
I work with a wide range of issues including: depression, anxiety, unresolved emotional issues, grief and loss, relational/ family concerns, and substance abuse.
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.
I work with a wide range of issues including: depression, anxiety, unresolved emotional issues, grief and loss, relational/ family concerns, and substance abuse.
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.
Katherine Hannon: Fertility & Infertility Therapy
Counselor, LCPC, LPC, NCC, MA, BCC
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22031
Waitlist for new clients
You may experience relationship difficulties with partners, friends, and family.
Finding a therapist who is a great match is essential when you turn to counseling to help build or grow your family. You likely feel stressed, depressed, or isolated as you have encountered setbacks. I help individuals and couples experiencing infertility, coping with pregnancy loss, considering third-party reproduction or adoption, or deciding to live child-free. I have more than 20 years working with RESOLVE, the National Infertility Association. We will work as a team as I teach you to make challenging decisions, manage stress, enhance your relationship, heal from loss, and manage symptoms of depression and anxiety.
You may experience relationship difficulties with partners, friends, and family.
Finding a therapist who is a great match is essential when you turn to counseling to help build or grow your family. You likely feel stressed, depressed, or isolated as you have encountered setbacks. I help individuals and couples experiencing infertility, coping with pregnancy loss, considering third-party reproduction or adoption, or deciding to live child-free. I have more than 20 years working with RESOLVE, the National Infertility Association. We will work as a team as I teach you to make challenging decisions, manage stress, enhance your relationship, heal from loss, and manage symptoms of depression and anxiety.
Kimberley L Berlin Lcsw
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCSW, CSAC, MAC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Leesburg, VA 20175 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with alcohol or substance use, dependency, or abuse? Have you found yourself trying to quit drinking, smoking, or other behaviors to no avail? Have you stopped for a while, only to find yourself starting up again? I am a Level 3 Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist, a Master Addiction Counselor, and a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor with almost 20 years of experience in the addiction field. I am a nationally recognized expert, and my recent book, "Rise in Recovery: The Spiritual Path for Healing Addiction," is the culmination of decades of knowledge and experience.
Are you struggling with alcohol or substance use, dependency, or abuse? Have you found yourself trying to quit drinking, smoking, or other behaviors to no avail? Have you stopped for a while, only to find yourself starting up again? I am a Level 3 Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist, a Master Addiction Counselor, and a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor with almost 20 years of experience in the addiction field. I am a nationally recognized expert, and my recent book, "Rise in Recovery: The Spiritual Path for Healing Addiction," is the culmination of decades of knowledge and experience.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.