Therapists for college students near University of Richmond
Old Towne Counseling Services, LLC
Old Towne Counseling Services is a multi specialty practice offering mental health counseling. We have 30 plus providers with many specialty areas, we also offer medication evaluations and management as well as Psychological testing. We have 5 locations to provide care: 3 offices in Mechanicsville West End location King William location
Dana Cole, NCC, Resident in Counseling | Certified Brainspotting Consultant
Dana (she/her) is a Resident in Counseling who gets it—whether you're figuring out who you are, dealing with anxiety that won't quit, navigating messy relationships, or just trying to survive the chaos of young adulthood. She works with college students and young adults both in-person and online, specializing in anxiety, depression, identity exploration, life transitions, relationship issues, and trauma (whether it's one big thing or a thousand small ones that add up). Dana's approach? Down-to-earth, judgment-free, and actually helpful. She uses techniques like Brainspotting, Internal Family Systems (IFS), DBT, and ACT—basically tools that help you understand why you do what you do and how to make real changes that stick. As someone who's done her own healing work around childhood trauma and toxic relationships, Dana knows what it's like to feel stuck, overwhelmed, or like you're just going through the motions. Whether you're drowning in academic pressure, grieving a loss, dealing with family drama, questioning everything about your life path, or just feeling disconnected from yourself—she creates a space where you can be honest without having to perform or pretend. Dana believes therapy works best when it feels like a collaboration, not a lecture. She'll help you tap into your own strength and intuition to figure out what you actually want—not what everyone else expects.
Realign Your Mind Counseling Services
At Realign, your healing journey begins with you. We believe that true wellness grows from within, and we’re here to walk alongside you—mind, body, and soul—as you rediscover your strength, resilience, and inner peace. Your story, your experiences, and your dreams for the future matter deeply. That’s why we blend traditional therapy with holistic practices such as mindfulness, hypnotherapy, sound healing, and Reiki—creating a nurturing space where you can release what no longer serves you and step confidently into your fullest self. We honor the wisdom in looking back, trusting that reflection can fuel transformation. Every experience you’ve lived through holds the potential to become a stepping stone toward the vibrant, fulfilling life you deserve. Wherever you are on your path, know that you don't have to navigate it alone. We are here to support you—with compassion, authenticity, and care—crafting a holistic approach that is uniquely attuned to your needs.
Margaret Sheehan
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 any stage of commitment, with strategies to create and maintain healthy relationships now and in the future. Change is possible! I have witnessed the transformative power of therapy. I will teach you the necessary tools and techniques to make powerful life-altering changes in your life. In addition, my own bi-cultural upbringing, and love of cross-cultural differences, informs my work with cross-cultural, adaptation/ immigration issues. I am bilingual in Spanish.
Teresh Wilson
Many of my clients face relationship issues, mood disturbances, and difficulty coping with life-changing events. Through a strength-based and client-centered lens, I support clients while they set goals to enhance their overall health and wellness. My goal in life is to help others by embracing life's problems with a solution-focused approach. I provide a non-judgmental and safe space for all individuals I serve. I am a Board-Certified Supervisor and Licensed Professional Counselor. I partner with my clients to identify shared goals, develop coping skills and strategies, and build a strong therapeutic relationship with the intent of applying the work we do in session to their daily lives. I have experience working with clients who face a broad range of challenges. I truly believe that therapy has the ability to change our lives for the better in so many ways. If you're looking for support and guidance through difficult circumstances or are just interested in improving your mood, please reach out. I'm excited to meet you!
Raisa Hasan
Hi! I’m Raisa, an LCSW and VCU graduate, here to provide warm, humanistic, virtual-only therapy tailored to your unique story. Combining CBT, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn’s mindfulness models (MBSR/MBCT), I help individuals navigate anxiety, depression, and profound life transitions like grief, career shifts, and medical diagnoses. Together, we’ll unpack your experiences and build practical, mindful tools so you can reclaim your peace and thrive. I specialize in Mindful-Based CBT/DBT, adapted to your diagnoses, in order to meet your specific needs and goals. Visit my LinkedIn Profile for resources & tools! I offer MBCT to help clients conquer: Anxiety & Depression- Moving past chronic worry, low mood, and mental fatigue. Grief & Loss- Navigating the painful, complex aftermath of losing a loved one. Occupational Transitions- Workplace burnout, career pivots, and professional stress. Medical Trauma & Adjustments- Managing chronic illness after new diagnoses. I am at your service, here to help you reach your fullest potential and be the best version of yourself. Schedule your 1st session with me through the website URL Headway link provided on my profile! Read my published articles on LinkedIn. I regularly write articles, giving you a glimpse of my clinical approach, specialties and values. Lets unlearn together!
Mauricio Yabar
I rely on my education and training, but also my own personal narrative to help clients address the difficulties in their lives. I'm naturally a very insightful and intuitive person, which comes in handy when helping clients understand their potential for overcoming the problems keeping them from a preferred reality. I use a collaborative approach that involves curious inquiry and rich story development.
MindShift Therapy
As a licensed therapist in Virginia, I bring a decade of dedicated experience supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My professional approach centers on helping clients address depression, anxiety, stress, addiction challenges, and self-esteem concerns. I specialize in guiding individuals through significant life transitions with compassion and evidence-based strategies. My therapeutic practice is rooted in understanding each person's unique journey, creating a supportive environment where clients can explore their experiences, develop resilience, and cultivate meaningful personal growth. I am committed to empowering individuals to discover their inner strengths and build effective coping mechanisms that promote lasting emotional well-being.
Alexandria Da Ponte-Cheatham
Hello! I’m a Resident in Counseling with a focus on sex therapy, relational healing, trauma recovery, and work with couples. I support college students and young adults navigating concerns related to intimacy, communication, relationships, and identity development. I work with individuals and couples experiencing challenges such as mismatched desire, performance-related anxiety, painful sex, communication difficulties, and relational or attachment trauma. I also provide affirming support for students exploring LGBTQIA+ identity, ethical non-monogamy, and the impact of religious or spiritual experiences, including purity culture, spiritual abuse, sexual shame, or faith transitions. My therapeutic approach integrates person-centered, narrative, mindfulness-based, CBT, feminist, and trauma-informed frameworks. I aim to create a space that feels safe, respectful, and grounded in authenticity, where students can explore identity, relationships, and sexuality without judgment. With training in clinical mental health counseling and spiritual care, I help clients build insight, strengthen communication, heal from trauma, and develop a healthier sense of self and connection. If you’re looking for support around intimacy, identity, or relationship concerns, I’d be glad to work with you.
Elizabeth Sadock
Are you feeling stuck or struggling to make changes in your life but can’t quite figure out how to get there? I offer tools to help people learn to decode their emotions so that they no longer need a therapist guiding them, but rather they can address life's challenges with greater confidence. My treatment focuses on helping people accept the past, and make concrete changes in their lives that lead to a greater sense of peace and satisfaction. My aim is to create a warm and collaborative environment where you can feel comfortable expressing your emotions. While I focus on a large range of client concerns, I specialize in anxiety, and managing and improving health. I address topics such as anxiety about health, sleep, depression, illness/chronic pain, relationships and sex, weight management, trauma, and addiction. Since all clients are unique, I customize my treatments to fit each individual. If you feel like meeting with me could be a good fit, please do not hesitate to reach out to schedule a free phone consultation. I hope we can work together to address your concerns! For more details, please visit elizabethsadock.com
Anne-Paige Motley, LCSW
Hello, I am glad that you are here. If you are ready to make some significant life changes for the better, I am your therapist! A no-nonsense type of therapist, I am solution driven and aim to help you reach your goals most efficiently and expeditiously. I use an eclectic mix of interventions, (some of which involve utilizing your natural skills and talents) to help you. You will have thoughtful, purpose-driven homework exercises between sessions. I encourage my clients to communicate with me via email between sessions, which also helps deepen the experience. I am a licensed psychotherapist in the state of Florida and Virginia. I have over 25 years of experience in counseling/psychotherapy; particularly experienced in trauma, grief, loss, anxiety, adoption, parenting and infertility. I look forward to helping you navigate the human experience which includes the storms of life. Be Well, AP
Erin Hollerbach LCSW LICSW
I work with a variety of needs and concerns including trauma, PTSD, Complex-PTSD, ADHD, substance use concerns, anxiety, depression, OCD, social anxiety, and stress. I offer virtual therapy throughout Virginia and the District of Columbia. College is a wonderful time to begin or continue on with therapy as there are so many life adjustments happening.
Virginia Institute of Pastoral Care
VIPCare is committed to helping clients restore hope and healing through relationship. VIPCare counselors have a unique sensitivity to the dynamics of behavior and faith, and base their counseling on these beliefs: Healing involves questions of meaning and value as well as symptom relief; A a caring relationship is basic to healing; Human beings need both personal and relational wholeness; Our counselors work in conjunction with medical, psychological, and psychiatric consultants. Referrals are made to other professionals when appropriate.
Ellen Hart
I am a therapist in a private practice that sees teens and young adults or parents of teens and young adults via telehealth only. Having been a therapist in a University Counseling Center for both Undergraduates and on a Medical School Campus I am familiar with a diverse set of difficulties that young adults may face during the years while they are seeking their education. I am aware that teens and young adults may have a variety of difficulties, from testing anxiety and mild depression all the way up to more complex disorders like suicidal ideation that benefit from therapy. I am the mother of four diverse kiddos who love being together - the oldest is a psychiatrist, the second taught abroad as a missionary as well as in the states, my third is proudly trans and works as an artist and my youngest is neurodivergent and is studying Computer Modeling and Data Analytics at Virginia Tech. I deeply enjoy diversity both in my home and in my practice.
Elizabeth Kelly Counseling LLC
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Flourish Counseling Services PLLC
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I am passionate about helping my clients learn to thrive in their own unique circumstances. I strive to make all clients feel heard, valued, and empowered. ​I am passionate about creating a therapeutic environment of unconditional acceptance and positive regard with clients. I utilize a strengths-based approach and enjoy assisting clients on their journey of developing their fullest potential and learning to thrive in their environment. ​I incorporate strategies from a variety of different therapy approaches depending on the specific client including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy. ​I am so honored that you are considering me to walk alongside you in your journey towards healing.
Cherrelle Davis, Resident in Counseling
My goal as a therapist is to create a safe and welcoming environment where clients can feel comfortable expressing themselves without fear of judgment. I approach therapy with warmth, empathy, and collaboration, and I strongly believe that it can be a powerful tool for personal growth and discovery. With over 10 years of experience in education and counseling, I specialize in helping young adults and teens manage anxiety, depression, peer pressure, self-confidence, and stress. I am passionate about empowering individuals to recognize their potential, build self-esteem, and find their sense of worth. Together, we can work towards achieving your goals and finding peace and fulfillment. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just need someone to talk to, I am here to help. Let's work together to uncover your strengths and find solutions to the challenges that are holding you back. Cherrelle is a Licensed Resident in Counseling practicing under the clinical supervision of Jettie Norfleet, LPC (License Number: 0701006947).
CPJ Counseling Services
Are you feeling overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or struggling with stress, anxiety, or relationship challenges? Do you find yourself stuck in negative patterns, feeling disconnected, or unable to move forward? At CPJ Counseling Services, we specialize in helping teens and adults navigate life’s challenges with evidence-based therapy designed to foster healing and personal growth. Our therapeutic approach is holistic, culturally responsive, and tailored to your unique needs. We integrate EMDR therapy, Somatic Interventions, Parts Work, CBT, and Attachment-Based Theories to help you process past experiences, regulate emotions, and we are also certified in Safe and Sound Protocol, a therapeutic listening intervention designed to support nervous system regulation, reduce anxiety, and improve emotional resilience. At CPJ Counseling, we support individuals experiencing: Anxiety, Chronic stress, Burnout, Trauma, PTSD, Depression, Low motivation, Life transitions and Personal growth. We offer virtual therapy with availability for same-week appointments. Whether you’re seeking support for emotional healing, nervous system regulation, or self-discovery, we’re here to guide you toward meaningful change. Contact us today to schedule your first session!
Sydney Kiker
Hi, I’m Sydney. I’m a psychiatric nurse practitioner seeing patients virtually across Virginia. I specialize in helping adults with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, binge eating, trauma, or those seeking general support for stress or life transitions. I also assess transgender and gender-diverse adults for gender-affirming medical and surgical treatment, and offer ADHD testing for evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment. I don’t believe in one-size-fits-all care — you’re not a diagnosis or a checklist. You’re a whole person, and I meet you as such. Our work together is collaborative. We’ll talk about what’s working, what isn’t, and what’s possible. I’ll always meet you where you are—whether that’s with medication support, psychoeducation, diagnostic clarity, or simply making space for you to process and be heard I blend the best of both Western medicine and Eastern healing traditions to create a treatment plan that’s as unique as you are. That might include prescription medications, herbal or plant-based options, lifestyle shifts, and talk therapy — all working together to support your healing and growth. I’m not anti-medication, but I am thoughtful about its use. If you're looking to reduce or simplify your medication regimen, I bring experience in safe, collaborative de-prescribing. We’ll work together to make choices that feel right for you — at your pace and on your terms. This is not about me telling you what to do—it’s about us exploring what’s working, what isn’t, and what’s possible. We may be a good fit if: ✓ You’re seeking treatment for Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, Binge Eating, OCD, PTSD, or general life stress ✓ You want care from an LGBTQIA+ provider ✓ You’re interested in reducing medications and exploring holistic options ✓ You’re unsure about your diagnosis, have multiple diagnoses, or feel past ones missed the mark ✓ You are seeking an evaluation for ADHD. ✓ You’ve tried several psychiatric meds without success or are sensitive to medications
Gabby Drong
Welcome! I'm Gabby. Beginning therapy is a brave step, and I’m here to provide support as you navigate what feels most important in your life. I work with clients who are seeking to make sense of change, manage stress or anxiety, and cultivate a deeper connection with themselves and others. I bring experience from university counseling centers, faculty and staff assistance services, neuropsychological testing, and private practice. My aim is to offer a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your story and find new ways forward. My approach to therapy is grounded in collaboration, empathy, and respect for each client’s individuality. I draw on evidence-based methods, including cognitive-behavioral techniques, interpersonal therapy, and emotion-focused therapy. I believe meaningful change happens when people feel both understood and encouraged, so I focus on creating a space that feels safe and empowering. In our work together, we’ll examine patterns, practice new skills, and deepen self-awareness to support growth that lasts. My ultimate goal is to offer a setting where you can reflect openly, try out new ways of being, and discover possibilities for a more fulfilling life. At the heart of my work is connection. I strive to create a nonjudgmental space where you can share openly and feel supported just as you are. Therapy with me is a collaborative journey. I believe real growth happens when you feel supported yet also challenged in ways that encourage reflection and change. Together, we’ll set meaningful goals and explore practical steps, both inside and outside of sessions, to help you build clarity, resilience, and a more authentic way of living.