Silka Steele, LCSW — Therapist in Virginia

Hi there, I'm Silka!

I work passionately with children and families, providing mental health support. My approach utilizes Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

My focus

My approach addresses stress, anxiety, addictions, LGBT issues, relationship concerns, parenting, depression, life changes, adoption and foster care, attachment issues, domestic violence, substance abuse, family issues, first responder concerns, infidelity, veteran issues, post-traumatic stress, and young adult concerns.

My approach

My counseling style is motivating and collaborative. I believe everyone has a life purpose and the inner strength that will impact change. You are the writer of your story!

My communication style

Therapy with me is built on rapport, judgment-free, and leaves you feeling safe and empowered.

My journey to mental healthcare

I struggled behaviorally as a student, which impacted my academics. Running track in junior high helped me modify my behavior and build confidence. In my work, I see the entire picture from the client's standpoint, which helps me connect with individuals. A changed mindset can create endless opportunities.

My goals for you

You are the writer of your story! I allow my clients to be active when it comes to setting their goals. I like to focus on three main goals at a time, with one to three objectives for each goal, and utilize target dates. I hold my clients accountable but understand that we are all human—Rome was not built in a day!

Our first session

In our first session, we focus on building rapport. This helps create a foundation of trust and safety, allowing us to begin working together effectively.

I identify as...

Female
Black or African American, Hispanic or Latinx
Christian

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Mindfulness-Based

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Focus populations

Educators

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

LGBTQIA+

Body Positivity

Deaf

HIV/AIDS

Military/Veterans

Police/Fire/First Responders

Racial Justice

Sex Worker

Single Mother

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy
Family Therapy
Couples Therapy

Ages served

Adults
Minors
Preteens
Children

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem
Arlo

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) in Children and Family from University of Alabama.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Silka Steele