If your life had a resumé, “chameleon” would be at the top. You’re so good at figuring out others’ needs, they’d never suspect that you have them too. If you were honest with yourself, though, you’d admit how stressful it is to live for other people. You’re terrified you’ll lose relationships if you speak up or say no. Your energy is drained or you feel resentful. You’re exhausted from wondering if others like you or approve of you. If you make choices that disappoint others, you feel guilty and...
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...
Dr. Sporn has over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults and couples. She assists her clients in providing practical ways to approach some of life’s most difficult challenges. She works with individuals, groups, couples and families. Dr. Sporn specializes in treating relationship problems, developmental adjustments, depression, anxiety and post trauma. Dr. Sporn holds a Masters Degree in Social Work and a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology. This blend of approaches has ...
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....
As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Clinical Trauma Professional, my clients (children, families and adults) will experience hope and support as part of the counseling process. They will learn strategies to address and diminish ongoing difficulties and barriers to becoming the best version of themselves. My approach is collaborative with the individual or family, providing therapeutic pathways & education to promote existing strengths & abilities to sustain achieved outcomes long after c...
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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...
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....
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Focused Solutions is an established outpatient mental health practice. Our licensed clinicians offer both virtual and in-person sessions....
My specialty is working with people with anxiety, depression, and a history of interpersonal trauma. I bring over 20 years of clinical experience, including three university counseling centers, hospitals, and community clinics, including one specialized in caring for the LGBTQ+ community, before establishing my practice in 2011. I value working with those exploring the impact of gender and race on their identity and life experiences, and those living between cultures and languages. My goa...
I established Refuge Counseling Services August 9th, 2019. Currently services are only being provided via Telehealth. Where my goal as a provider is to care for all people despite race, gender identity, sex, religious and all things that make us wonderfully different....
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...
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 believe that embracing your true, authentic self is the product of healing the wounds and traumas of the past. Anxiety and trauma present themselves as memories that intrude while at school or work, negative thoughts towards yourself or others, nightmares that recur, stomach aches and headaches, and the feelings of guilt, shame, anger, and sadness. Anxiety and trauma symptoms can feel inescapable, and it can feel as though you are in quick sand, sinking deeper each day. As the mind ...
Through my experience working with a variety of individuals, I truly believe that we all hold an innate ability to heal. This beautiful process gets hindered by obstacles, such as trauma or shame, perhaps resulting from adverse life events to our family of origin to systemic oppression. My role is to be a guide in re-finding your voice and your own path toward greater mental health and wellness. My hope for individuals that sit with me is to feel safe and empowered. Safety allows you to freely ...
I'm not your typical therapist. I'm a real person, free from judgement, & genuinely care about your progress. I am creative & passionate in my personal & professional life. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Registered Art Therapist, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, & Certified Mental Health Integrative Medicine Provider. I believe in bringing a creative approach to all aspects of life. Art therapy allows me to bridge the gap for those that struggle with verbal expression by offering...
Anjuli Maharaj Shah is welcoming new patients for video appointments. As a holistic provider, she integrates non-pharmacologic approaches in addition to medication in her psychiatric treatment. She has a particular interest in nutritional psychiatry. In addition, Dr. Shah has had focused training in various therapeutic modalities, including psychodynamic psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-focused therapy, and motivational interviewing. She utilizes such therapeutic approaches...
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As a therapist, I my role in working with clients is to support them in gaining the confidence to find their voice and to move from this space with purpose and compassion. I am a space holder, compassionate witness, boundary-lover and hopeful human. I love emerging adults and believe they are insightful change-makers who are creative, intuitive, and independent. However, they can also feel overwhelmed, misunderstood, anxious, and alone when trying to understand themselves and how they fit into t...