Therapists for college students near University of Richmond

I provide specialized therapy that is individually tailored to help you solve your problems and realize your potential. Clients regularly describe my approach as effective and enjoyable since it combines practical skills with a deeper understanding of the self. Clients also appreciate that I bring authenticity, determination, and humor into the healing journey. I have extensive experience helping people from a variety of cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds, and I regularly work with clients in the LGBTQIA+ community. I have particular expertise and interest in working with individuals who struggle with anxiety, OCD, depression, perfectionism, self-expression, difficult life adjustments (college or otherwise), relationship issues, and addictions. To treat OCD, I specifically use Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), the gold standard in OCD treatment. If even a small part of you is curious to see how things can be different, I hope to get to connect with you soon.

I am a board certified psychiatric mental health and family nurse practitioner with over 20 years’ experience in the medical field. I have worked in a variety of settings including dual diagnosis substance use, residential treatment centers, psychiatric hospital, general mental health and medical units. My heart and passion are in caring for others and assisting my patients achieve their full potential through health and wellness. Being an attentive listener, paired with empathy and kindness allows me to build a therapeutic alliance with my clients. I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD, insomnia, bipolar, PTSD among other mental health disorders coupled with talk therapy.

I am a Qualified Mental Health Professional and LCSW-Supervisee specializing in anxiety, depression, relationship issues, sexuality and gender identity, and life transitions. Over the past five years, I have worked primarily with queer and BIPOC/AAPI young adults, though I am here to support anyone who is ready to begin their healing journey. The patients I’ve had the privilege of working with came to therapy with a shared hope: to feel more in control, to find greater happiness, and to grow into stronger, more resilient versions of themselves. Together, we worked through life transitions, relationship challenges, and the anxiety or depression that was getting in the way of the life they wanted to live. Watching patients reach their goals and move forward confidently, no longer needing therapy because they are truly thriving, is the greatest reward of this work. As a social worker, my practice is rooted in six core principles: service, social justice, dignity and worth of the person, the importance of human relationships, integrity, and competence. I believe that compassionate care, anti-racism, and equity are not just ideals but responsibilities – to our field, to society, and most importantly, to you. When we work together, you will never feel alone in your journey. I am fully present and deeply committed to your growth and well-being every step of the way. Because every person is unique, I believe every treatment plan should be too. My approach is integrative, meaning I draw from multiple therapeutic modalities to meet you exactly where you are and address what you need most. I regularly incorporate elements of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), art therapy, and Internal Family Systems (IFS) into my work. One aspect of care I am especially passionate about is helping you understand the neurobiological processes that shape how we experience mental health. When you understand what’s happening in your body and mind, you gain a greater sense of control over your emotions. Patients consistently report that this deeper awareness translates into meaningful, lasting progress toward their goals. In our sessions, you can expect a warm, accepting, and validating space where each appointment is shaped to fit your needs while keeping sight of the larger goals we have set together. I meet you where you are in your journey, offering a secure and supportive environment where you can feel confident sharing your struggles and celebrating your growth. Long before I became a therapist, I was the friend people turned to, the one who listened, supported, and helped others find their footing during hard times. This instinct to help shaped everything that followed. The turning point came when I supported a loved one through a serious mental health crisis. Witnessing firsthand how compassionate, skilled care helped her not just survive but begin to heal, I knew with certainty that becoming a therapist was my calling. That experience deepened my conviction that exceptional mental health care must meet each person exactly where they are. It reinforced my belief that with the right support, people struggling with even the most difficult challenges can do more than get through – they can truly thrive. That commitment is at the heart of everything I bring to my work with you. When I'm not in session, you can find me lost in a sci-fi or fantasy novel, writing creatively, or working through a crossword puzzle. I also love listening to podcasts, taking road trips, and staying active through yoga and kickboxing. Most of all, I cherish time spent with the people (and one very beloved cat named Loki) who make life so full.

Are you struggling to manage heavy feelings, challenging experiences, or negative core beliefs about yourself? That's exactly where our work begins. I'm a pre-licensed clinical social worker who specializes in helping children and teens who are struggling with self-esteem and self-worth, relationship issues, abuse, and grief. No matter what challenges you’re navigating, I believe in meeting you exactly where you are and walking alongside you at your own pace. I look forward to helping you break out of rigid ways of thinking and see yourself as more than your symptoms in our time together. I'm passionate about helping you see yourself as a dynamic individual in conversation with your environments, not just a cluster of symptoms. We achieve this together in an accepting and thoughtful environment tailored to your values and unique life circumstances, where Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy guide your healing journey. At all times, I ensure a person-centered, trauma-informed, and holistic approach that helps you make that distinction between how you see yourself and who you truly are. My path to becoming a therapist began with the sudden death of my father when I was 18. I struggled immensely with grief and traumatic stress until I found the right therapist to guide me through healing. That experience deepened my commitment to providing trauma-informed care for others, helping those affected by loss with compassion and sometimes a little humor when appropriate. In my free time, I'm a freelance writer and collage artist, who also enjoys reading and music.

Hey there, welcome! I’m Francinne Anez, a Licensed Clinical Social Work Supervisee and Certified Brain Health Coach. I know college can be tough, and I'm here to help you navigate those challenges with confidence and ease. Let’s create a safe, judgment-free space where you can express and explore your feelings. Whether you're feeling anxious about classes, overwhelmed by deadlines, or stuck in a cycle of overthinking, you don’t have to go through this alone. Together, we can tackle those core issues, heal from past experiences, and find ways to manage your stress. Life in college can be demanding, but it doesn't have to be unbearable. Let’s work together to make it more manageable and enjoyable—so you can focus on living your best life. I’m here to support you every step of the way! Feel free to call me for a FREE 15-minute consultation at (857) 302-2807. You can also reach out via text at the same number! Looking forward to connecting with you!

College can be a time of transformation. And sometimes, total overwhelm. Whether you're navigating anxiety, ADHD, identity questions, academic pressure, or trauma that's resurfacing, therapy can help you breathe and regroup. My online practice offers a safe, affirming space to explore who you are and where you're going, without judgment. You don't have to have it all figured out to start. Let's find your footing - together!

Whether you're managing a mood disorder, working through relationship challenges, or struggling with a significant shift in your life, you don't have to face it alone. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 10 years of experience, I specialize in helping adolescents and adults navigate anxiety, depression, relationship stress, and major life transitions. Showing up for you means creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where growth and self-exploration feel genuinely possible. Together, we'll build the insight, resilience, and meaningful change that can make a real difference in your life. It's a privilege to be your compassionate, trustworthy partner throughout that process. You can expect every session to feel warm, collaborative, and centered around you. Drawing on evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and solution-focused therapy, we'll work together to help you better manage emotions, strengthen relationships, and feel more confident navigating daily life. No two people are the same, and the care you receive reflects that. Your unique situation, goals, and needs shape how we work together — always with a focus on building healthier coping strategies and helping you feel genuinely empowered in your daily life. A deep curiosity about people and a genuine desire to help others find their footing in hard moments drew me to this work from the very beginning. Over the years, that calling has only grown stronger, deepening my commitment to providing compassionate, evidence-based care that helps patients feel supported and capable of real change. To every session in my practice now, I bring warmth, authenticity, and practical clinical insight, because you deserve care that is both grounded and human. When I'm not in session, you'll likely find me exploring a new restaurant with my family, trying out a recipe in the kitchen, or hunting for a hidden gem while antiquing. Home is a constant source of inspiration too, whether I'm tending the garden, taking on a DIY project, or reimagining a space through interior design. Traveling rounds it all out, fueling a sense of wonder and curiosity that I carry into my work with you.

Are you struggling and feeling overwhelmed by your emotions? I can help. The relationship between you and your therapist is incredibly important. My clients love working with me because I'm warm, quick-witted, and honest. Your counselor shouldn't be a stoic partner, they should be fully engaged and connected to you. As therapists, we are privileged to walk alongside you through your darkest times, hear your inner thoughts, and share in your triumphs. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as well as other treatment modalities to help you focus on proactive change that gets you focused on living your best life now. I'm a therapist with Octave and Evernorth Behavioral Care Group. Octave is a mental health practice providing high-quality care covered by multiple insurances. Evernorth Behavioral Care Group is a behavioral health provider group in-network with Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth. For my availability, please reach out to Octave’s team by emailing or calling.

Our outpatient therapy and counseling services provide confidential, compassionate care for individuals, couples, families, and groups—delivered conveniently through secure telehealth. Whether you’re in a busy city or a rural community, you can connect with a licensed therapist without the barriers of travel or location, making quality care accessible across the entire state. We work with children, adolescents, adults, and families facing a wide range of mental health, behavioral, and substance use challenges. Each client receives a personalized approach, beginning with a thorough assessment and collaborative goal-setting to ensure therapy meets your unique needs. Using evidence-based techniques, our therapists help clients manage symptoms, improve emotional well-being, strengthen relationships, and build skills that last long after therapy ends. Outpatient therapy is more than just treatment—it’s a pathway to improved quality of life, resilience, and lasting positive change.

Despite your best effort you feel weighed down or worried, and you are not making the progress you expected. You need a space where your worries, faith, and cultural experiences are all taken seriously — so you can start moving through life with increased clarity, peace and capacity. Through evidence-based therapy integrated with Christian principles, I help professionals reduce anxiety, recover from burnout, and show up more effectively in work and relationships that matter most. Reaching out takes courage — and it is one of the most supportive and strategic decisions you can make for yourself. You were made for more than surviving. I would be honored to support your journey. Schedule with ease on my website linked below.

Credence Behavioral Health (CBH) is a multidisciplinary behavioral health care practice that offers mental health, substance abuse and Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) services to the communities of Lynchburg and surrounding Central Virginia area. Our mission is to provide the highest quality of healthcare to our patients with compassion and respect. We specialize in ADHD testing and treatments. We strive to improve the health and well-being of our community through our commitment to excellence in patient care, education, and research.

If you’re struggling in your relationships, navigating a major life transition, or feeling stuck in patterns related to substance or behavioral addictions, you’re not alone. Many of the people I work with are thoughtful, capable adults who find themselves repeating painful relational dynamics or feeling disconnected from the life they want to be living. Therapy can be a powerful place to understand why—and to begin doing something different. I specialize in working with adults from diverse cultural backgrounds who want more fulfilling relationships and a stronger sense of self. Together, we explore the patterns that may be contributing to your needs not being met. I help you to increase awareness of how these patterns developed and how they continue to show up in your life today. My approach is deeply informed by my professional training and my personal experience as a consumer of high-quality therapy. I know what it’s like to sit on the other side of the room and wrestle with whether change is possible. If you’re ready to take the next step forward, I’d be honored to work with you.

I work with adults (18+) who have difficulty managing their emotions and who struggle with depression, anxiety, impulsive behavior, thoughts of suicide and self-harm, interpersonal problems, or problems functioning at work or school. I provide evidence-based treatments including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help my clients change ineffective behavioral patterns, develop more helpful ways of thinking, and accept difficult realities in order to build the lives they want. I see therapy as a collaboration between client and therapist to work towards their goals in treatment and in life. I specialize in DBT, a gold standard treatment for Borderline Personality Disorder and related problems with emotion regulation. I provide a range of DBT services for clients. I also use CBT to treat specific problems: panic, generalized anxiety, OCD, depression, and trauma. I can tailor treatment interventions to meet clients' individual needs. Through my validating and nonjudgmental style, I am committed to providing high-quality, evidence-based treatment to help you reach your most desired goals. I currently offer services including comprehensive DBT, individual therapy (DBT, CBT) and individual DBT skills coaching and consultation. Please reach out if you are interested in finding out more about therapy with me.

Hi, I’m Tabitha! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) supervisee passionate about helping adolescents and adults navigate life’s challenges and move toward healing, growth, and lasting change. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, supported, and truly heard. I have experience working with individuals facing a wide range of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, substance use and more. No matter what you're going through, I aim to bring a compassionate, down-to-earth presence to each session to every session. What I specialize in: Anxiety Depression Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) Substance Use Trauma In our work together, we’ll take a solution-focused approach—highlighting your strengths and building practical strategies that help you feel more in control and empowered. I also draw from evidence-based tools like: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT) Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just ready for change, I’d love to walk alongside you on your journey. I’m currently accepting clients in Virginia—let’s connect and get started when you’re ready!

Kate D'Amica Hostetter is passionate about working with both men and women to find freedom from their eating disorder and life challenges by gently confronting barriers, building on strengths and challenging unhelpful relational and thought patterns. Making lasting, impactful change is possible for everyone and Kate supports her clients on their journey through empathy and empowerment. She additionally enjoys helping clients build healthier, more fulfilling relationships through couples counseling. Kate received her master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from George Washington University. Having worked in various levels of care from inpatient to PHP programs specializing in eating disorder and mental health treatment, Kate has provided counseling and support to those seeking recovery from all types of eating and mood disorders. She is excited to have recently begun working towards her Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS) Certification under the supervision of Dr. Deb Michel, PhD CED-S.

For more than a decade, Sunstone Counseling’s dedicated mental health professionals have provided convenient access to counseling for children, adolescents, adults, couples and families at locations in Falls Church, Alexandria, McLean, Ashburn, Richmond and online. Sunstone is committed to addressing Virginia’s mental health needs by employing a team of over 70 counselors who offer a wide variety of innovative, personalized, and evidence-based counseling services, groups and workshops. Sunstone advantages include flexible scheduling, a range of price points, and both in-person and HIPAA-compliant virtual counseling and two new offices now open in Ashburn and Richmond. Life is complicated, but getting help shouldn't be. Sunstone Counseling supports every age and stage of life, and our counselors are here to guide you to a brighter tomorrow. 703-534-5100 www.sunstonecounselors.com

Welcome and Congratulations! Sometimes the hardest part of getting the help we all need is finding the strength to ask for it. If you or a loved one struggles with a mental health issue, Stephanie would love to help you work through this difficult situation. Stephanie is a mother to five children and has personally experienced the distress that mental health issues can cause in close relationships. She takes joy in helping others find ways to successfully manage and even overcome their mental health issues. It would be an honor to help you find peace of mind in your mental healthcare plan. If you would like to make an appointment but cannot find a time that works for you, please feel free to call (please leave a voicemail if we are unavailable) or send an e-mail and we will attempt to accommodate your needs. (434) 202-4318 or contact@moriahsgrace.com

I’m Andrea Perez (she/her/hers), a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Charlottesville, Virginia. I earned my Master’s in Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University and my Bachelor’s in Psychology with a minor in Professional Education from the University of West Florida. Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of working with individuals of all ages in a variety of settings, including but not limited to youth residential placements, school-based services, child and family welfare, and outpatient community mental health with adults and children. My work has centered around supporting individuals with a focus on post-traumatic stress, ADHD, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and grief/loss. I have a particular passion for supporting individuals as they navigate key life transitions, especially those in the post-high school phase, where they are exploring career paths, higher education options, and the broader transition into adulthood. I’m deeply passionate about helping my clients, particularly those in the BIPOC* community, find their voice and develop the skills they need to navigate life’s challenges. My approach is rooted in collaboration and strength-building, and I strive to create a supportive space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered to move beyond their boundaries and achieve their goals. Outside of work, I love spending time with my dog, whether we’re taking long walks or hiking in the beautiful Virginia outdoors. I also enjoy working on complex LEGO sets and getting creative with crafts—activities that help me unwind and stay grounded. *BIPOC stands for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. It's a term that helps acknowledge the unique experiences and challenges faced by people from different racial and ethnic backgrounds, particularly when it comes to systemic inequalities. I use this term to show my commitment to supporting the specific needs of these communities.

I work well with clients experiencing anxiety, overcoming trauma, having relationship problems, or feeling uncertain about transitioning into the "real world." Licensed for telehealth in New York, Colorado, Utah, Virginia

The people who tend to find their way to me are usually carrying more than they let on. They’re smart, self-aware enough to know something isn’t working. They’re tired of overthinking, people-pleasing, feeling like they’re watching their own life from a slight distance. Sound familiar? I’ve been doing this work for over fifteen years, but honestly the reason I’m a therapist goes back way further than that. I was the kid who noticed when people were struggling. The one who wanted to understand what was actually going on beneath the surface. That never went away. I’m a parent. I play music. I read fiction and think about it too much. I’m not a blank wall you talk at; I’m a real person, and I bring that into the room with me. If something here feels right, trust that. A free consultation costs you nothing but fifteen minutes, and you’ll know pretty quickly whether it’s a fit. No commute. No waiting room. Just show up as you are.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​