I work in a group counseling practice called Medical and Counseling Associates. I have been providing individual, couples and group counseling for over 30 years. To learn more about my specialties and the services I offer visit my website http://johnhamlett.com and / or visit my profile on the Psychology Today Website at https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/john-h-hamlett-richmond-va/417917...
We provide high quality counseling, Psychological and Psychiatric mental health services to children, teens and adults in the Richmond and Fredericksburg, Virginia areas. We were founded on the principle that all individuals will face challenges in life, and we all posses the ability to overcome them. However, sometimes circumstances can feel overwhelming and we struggle to manage the realities of everyday life. This is when feelings of depression, anxiety and hopelessness can begin to dominate ...
I listen closely to each individual and support his or her unique ability to heal by utilizing the wisdom of their mind, body, and soul. My approach is grounded in the belief that each person possesses innate inner resources he/she can use to heal, grow, thrive, and fully connect with their soul to become the whole person that they are meant to be. My service is the work of the soul. My work and approach are characterized by intuition, compassion, optimism and collaborative exploration, and a re...
I am a licensed clinical psychologist & am currently accepting new patients. I enjoy working with a diverse group of individuals who have various levels of mental health challenges. One of my specialties is helping adolescents and young adults navigate the complexities of life. My approach to psychotherapy comes from an understanding that every individual is unique & that various life experiences as well as genetic makeup contribute to one's overall mental health. I take into account the particu...
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RVA Health Counseling specializes in Health Psychology, Wellness, and Behavior Change. Each member of our team has specialized expertise in a biopsychosocial, holistic approach to health and wellness and will treat you with respect and warmth. Find motivation, improve self-image, manage weight and address anxiety....
The people I work with mostly have their shit together but feel like there’s more to life. They are insightful and want more meaning in life. They come in feeling not good enough and battling perfectionism. When working with me, they identify patterns that don’t work for them anymore and learn the skills to overcome them....
Something isn’t working. Sometimes, nothing is working. Even daily reminders that help is needed engenders worry that acknowledging problems will make them more real. We may wonder if it’s best to accept fleeting comfort from the ways we’re used to. Cold comfort feels better than no comfort. But if you’re reading this, a part of you suspects that just because it feels that way doesn’t mean it has to be that way. Life is hard, change is harder, but ignoring the call toward change is the harde...
For forty-five years, The Women’s Center has provided mental health counseling, support, and education to the metropolitan area to help people live healthy, stable, and productive lives. Since The Women’s Center was founded in 1974, we have grown to include service to women, men, families, young adults, and children. We now serve over 5,000 people annually at our two locations in Virginia and Washington, DC, and in partner locations. Functioning as a teaching institution for mental health pro...
To be seen and known by others is an incredible feeling of connection but it means being authentic and vulnerable. Sadly, we live in a time with the illusion of connection while being more disconnected than ever. You may feel disconnected from others and even from yourself. Though you are a gift to this world, it is often blocked and unexpressed. This may leave you feeling alone and invisible. The truth is, you may be starving for deeper connection and that starvation looks like depression, anxi...
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I practice from the belief that humans are complex beings with amazing capabilities. Obstacles and challenging situations can block us from using our capabilities to their full potential, changing the ways we think, the ways that we live our lives, and the ways in which we relate to others. As a clinician, I believe that therapy can be used as a resource to for living out our potential. Everyone is capable of change, and I act as a resource for individuals in need to work through the limitations...
My purpose is to ultimately help my clients achieve the goals they wish to accomplish. I offer a safe, empathetic and a warm environment. I use interventions that offer not only symptom relief, but also a means to improve emotional connections to the individual and others. I have experience in treating LGBTQIA populations, depression, sexual challenges, anxiety disorders, trauma, bipolar disorder, substance use disorders, chronic pain, chronic illness, disabilities, and disease. As a dedicated p...
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NOW OFFERING TELETHERAPY! FREE CONSULT! Are you feeling overwhelmed by your responsibilities to others? Do you feel like you are on "automatic," frustrated with not living the life you once wanted for yourself? Such a lonely place! I can help you move towards healing and transformation. I am here to witness the development of your unique and authentic voice as you create the life you want. Within the framework of a strengths-based and hope-focused perspective, I equip individuals and couples, at...
We am happy you are here... Life can be challenging and even unbearable at times. We understand that. Whether you are experiencing a loss, having relationship difficulties, or simply desiring to make a change, we can find the path that reveals your best self together. We have diverse professional backgrounds and can offer you counseling that is flexible and best suits your needs. DOUGAN AND WALDEN WELLNESS is a small therapy practice with two offices in RVA. We offer psychotherapy, evaluatio...
As your counselor, I’ll guide you through some of your toughest challenges in life with a gentle but “real” approach. Within our counselor-client relationship, I prioritize developing trust and openness, allowing you the freedom to share anything on your mind without fear of judgment or criticism. I enjoy helping others find freedom from anxiety and depression, build self-esteem and confidence, and feel great about being themselves! If it's helpful, I sometimes use hypnotherapy to help cha...
As a therapist, I believe you are your own expert, and I will use each session to support your journey and provide a safe place for therapy. I have experience working with the LGBTQIA+ community with specialized training working with transgender folx and parents of transgender youth. I'm currently working toward my WPATH certification and provide gender affirming care and counseling support letters. With over 15 years’ experience working in college admissions, I also bring a deep understanding o...
You have been telling yourself and others that you are completely fine. You genuinely would like for this to be true but you are struggling. You aren't sleeping well and you can't focus at home, school or work because you are consumed with worry and fear. You find yourself nervous all the time, overwhelmed, exhausted, and quick to anger. The activities you once enjoyed don’t seem appealing, and you would rather just stay home. You want to feel joy again and have a life that is not consumed by...
Empower defined: make (someone) stronger and more confident, especially in controlling their life. Welcome, Empower Counseling, PC started as a specialty counseling practice that addresses the vast and specific needs of women and adolescent girls. Our goal is to provide a safe, sacred and honest place for any woman to understand and release the shame, confusion and hurt that often exists inside of them, thus allowing them the courage to be strong, competent women. Empower Counseling, PC...