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Chavon Blowe

LPC

Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Chavon Blowe, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Chavon has a Master in Counseling (MC) from Regent University.

Virginia
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
Life Transitions
Stress
Style
Directive
Candid
Empowering

Welcome—I’m glad you’re here. I help adults move out of survival mode and into a life that feels intentional and aligned. My approach blends practical tools with deeper perspective shifts, so you’re not just coping—you’re understanding patterns, breaking cycles, and creating meaningful change that lasts.

Available virtually

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Christa Moore

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Christa Moore, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Christa has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Simmons College, a Doctor of Philosophy (PHD) in Applied Sociology from University of Louisville and a Master of Arts (MA) in Sociology from Western Kentucky University.

Virginia
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Depression
Domestic Violence
Grief
Style
Insightful
Attuned
Collaborative

I have practice experience helping families and children, adults and teens. I have specializations in interpersonal violence, trauma, and crisis interventions.

Available virtually

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Vanessa McDonnell

LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Vanessa McDonnell, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Vanessa has a Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) from Florida State University.

Virginia
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Depression
Relationship Issues
Women's Issues
Style
Responsive
Approachable
Affirming

I'm dedicated to helping individuals and couples navigate life's challenges with compassion and understanding through online solo or couples therapy.

Available virtually

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Lois Curry-Catanese

LPC

Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Lois Curry-Catanese, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Lois has a Master of Arts (MA) from Eastern Mennonite University.

Virginia
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Depression
Grief
Infidelity
Life Transitions
Women's Issues
Style
Responsive
Approachable
Empowering

Are you feeling as if you have no value as a woman over 50 years old? Are your "Golden" years not so golden? And after 20, 30, or even 40 years of marriage, are you finding yourself going through a divorce? I can help you navigate those expected or not expected life transitions.

Available virtually

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Ingrid Bornia

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
14+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Ingrid Bornia, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Ingrid has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Norfolk State University.

Hampton, VA
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Depression
Style
Insightful
Attuned
Collaborative

I specialize in treating those who struggle with PTSD symptoms and adjustment issues post-traumatic exposure.

Available virtually

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Melanie Roum

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
13+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Melanie Roum, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Melanie has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Louisiana State University School of Social Work.

Virginia
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Addiction
Anxiety
Mood Disorders
Relationship Issues
Style
Practical
Approachable
Empowering

I'm an LCSW providing individual therapy for over 15 years. Because of my strong desire to see the human heart, mind, and soul function well, I have studied deeply to be able to provide compassionate care and practical strategies for adults who have addictions, relationship struggles, anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress.

Available virtually

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Julie Korona

LPC

Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Julie Korona, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Julie has a Master of Education in Community Agency Counseling from George Mason University.

Virginia
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
ADHD
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Family Conflict
Relationship Issues
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Supportive

Talking to a stranger about personal challenges can feel difficult, but together we will navigate the therapeutic process in a way that fosters comfort, trust, and reassurance. I use a client-centered approach to create a facilitative environment rather than direct the client’s choices.

Available virtually

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Michael Britt

LPC

Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Michael Britt, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Michael has a Master in Counseling (MC) from George Washington University.

Virginia
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Depression
Mood Disorders
Stress
Style
Insightful
Attuned
Curious

You don’t have to navigate life’s challenges alone. My approach to therapy is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to your unique needs and goals. I believe that healing happens in a safe, supportive environment where trust is built, strengths are uncovered, and new tools are developed.

Available virtually

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Harold Eckholm

LMFT

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Harold Eckholm, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Harold has a Master of Education (MED) in Counseling/Psychology from James Madison University.

Virginia
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Addiction
Child Abuse or Neglect
Coping Skills
Family Conflict
Parenting
Style
Insightful
Gentle
Motivational

My journey as a therapist began with a curiosity about my own life challenges and led to my career assisting others in their pursuit of health and happiness. Experience matters, and I respect and admire the journey each individual pursues by having the courage to ask for help.

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Jessica Sawyer Horne

LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Jessica Sawyer Horne, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Jessica has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Clark Atlanta University.

Virginia

I am an MSW, LCSW, LISW-CP, LCAS, CCS, DCSW, ACSW, a licensed independent clinician with over 20-years of experience in the behavioral health field, here to help you navigate life challenges and changes, in order to become a better you.

Available virtually

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Michelle Wiggins

LPC

Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Michelle Wiggins, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Michelle has a Master in Counseling (MC) from Walden University.

Chesapeake, VA
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
Women's Issues
Style
Practical
Approachable
Collaborative

Feeling stuck or overwhelmed? You’re not alone. I help clients navigate anxiety, depression, self-doubt, trauma, and life changes with curiosity and compassion. My goal is to help you feel more grounded, confident, and connected to yourself and the life you want to create.

Available virtually

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Elizabeth Wick

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Elizabeth Wick, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Elizabeth has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from The University of Texas at Arlington.

Virginia
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
LGBTQIA+
Mood Disorders
Women's Issues
Style
Responsive
Approachable
Curious

I specialize in working with trauma, mood disorders, and anxiety. I am EMDR Certified with experience in several other types of therapy, including CBT, DBT, and exposure. I want to provide a place in which you can heal from the past and understand its lessons, and explore your full potential.

Available virtually

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Laura Aydlette

LPC

Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Laura Aydlette, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Laura has a Master in Counseling from Divine Mercy University.

Fairfax, VA
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
ADHD
Anxiety
Life Transitions
Relationship Issues
Style
Responsive
Spiritual
Supportive

If your mind won’t slow down, you feel overwhelmed or stuck in your thoughts, struggle with focus or follow-through, or keep ending up in relationships that feel confusing or draining, you’re not alone. I help teens and adults make sense of these patterns, feel more grounded, and move toward clarity and change. This is your space to flourish.

Available virtually

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Irasema Tucto

LPC

Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Irasema Tucto, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

All Rula providers are licensed and hold a master’s or doctorate degree required for practice.

Culpeper, VA
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Depression
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Style
Responsive
Warm
Supportive

I'm a bilingual licensed therapist committed to creating a safe space where clients can show up as their authentic selves. I work with individuals navigating through anxiety, stress, trauma, and many other challenges in life using a compassionate and collaborative approach to help clients feel heard and move towards healing and growth.

Available virtually

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Mary Fornes

LMFT

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Mary Fornes, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Mary has a Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University.

Virginia
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Personality Disorders
Relationship Issues
Women's Issues
Style
Outcome-oriented
Attuned
Curious

I’m a licensed therapist who helps clients untangle overwhelm, heal old wounds, and reconnect with their sense of strength and clarity. My practice offers a calm, grounded space where you can move at your own pace and feel supported as you create meaningful change.

Available virtually

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Alena Yaseva

LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Alena Yaseva, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Alena has a Master of Science (MS) in Social Work from Columbia University.

Virginia
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Chronic Illness
Grief
Life Transitions
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Stress
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Supportive

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 7+ years of work experience in the medical and education fields. Over the years, I’ve had the pleasure to work with a diverse group of individuals and support them through a wide spectrum of concerns. I am bilingual and can serve the English-speaking and the Russian-speaking populations alike.

Available virtually

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William Hundley

LPC

Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like William Hundley, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

William has a Masters of Arts (MA) in Professional Counseling from Liberty University and a Masters of Arts (MA) in Human Services Marriage and Family from Liberty University.

Richmond, VA
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Depression
Life Transitions
Style
Exploratory
Approachable
Curious

Do you feel the path you're traveling presents more roadblocks than usual, and your typical ways of navigating them are becoming less effective? Does it look like you have it all together on the outside, but inside, you're anxious and drained from trying to be everything for everyone else? If this sounds familiar, you're not alone.

Available virtually

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Shanese williams

LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Shanese williams, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Shanese has a Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) in Clinical Social Work from Catholic University of America.

Virginia
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Borderline Personality
Career Counseling
Life Transitions
Mood Disorders
Style
Responsive
Attuned
Empowering

I specialize in mood disorders, helping clients manage depression, anxiety, and emotional dysregulation using CBT, DBT, and CPT. My approach is supportive, practical, and focused on restoring balance and improving daily functioning.

Available virtually

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Roxana Amundsen

LPC

Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Roxana Amundsen, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Roxana has a Masters of Arts (MA) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University.

Virginia
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Depression
Family Conflict
Grief
Style
Outcome-oriented
Approachable
Affirming

I am a first-generation immigrant and a Navy veteran. My experience in the military and work in child and adult protective services, foster care, adoption, and crisis intervention has given me the knowledge and experience to provide services and support. I deeply believe that people do the best they can in the circumstances they encounter.

Available virtually

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Melissa Brinson

LPC

Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Melissa Brinson, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Melissa has a Masters of Science from East Carolina University.

Virginia
Style
Directive
Attuned
Collaborative

Thank you for viewing my profile. I have been practicing therapy since 1998 after receiving my Master's Degree. My practice is trauma and addiction-focused, and building healthy relationships. I am a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist and have also been trained in Love Addiction.

Available virtually

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Sandra Noel

LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Sandra Noel, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Sandra has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Salem State University.

Virginia
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Stress
Style
Exploratory
Approachable
Curious

Many of our struggles make more sense when we understand the relationships and life experiences that shaped them. I’m passionate about helping people explore the deeper social and relational roots of their feelings and patterns so they can move toward a more authentic and fulfilling life.

Available virtually

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Denise Hall

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
22+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Denise Hall, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Denise has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Radford University.

Virginia
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Depression
Grief
Mood Disorders
Style
Responsive
Approachable
Empowering

I provide therapy to individuals and families navigating a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges. My focus is on creating a supportive space where you can explore your concerns and work toward meaningful change.

Available virtually

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Elizabeth Knott

LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Elizabeth Knott, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Elizabeth has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Families & Children/Military & Veteran Concentrations from University of Southern California.

Virginia
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Coping Skills
Depression
Stress
Women's Issues
Style
Practical
Approachable
Collaborative

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and trauma-certified therapist. I specialize in helping clients break patterns that keep them stuck and build healthier ways of thinking, feeling, and relating. I combine clinical expertise with a straightforward, compassionate approach that meets you where you are. Let's not just cope, let's thrive.

Available virtually

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Jade Westbrook

LPC

Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Jade Westbrook, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Jade has a Master's in Counseling (MC) from Longwood University.

Virginia
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Cultural Stress
Depression
Relationship Issues
Style
Insightful
Attuned
Collaborative

I am passionate about providing a welcoming and safe environment to empower clients to explore trauma and life experiences. I specialize in depression and anxiety, trauma, interpersonal conflict in romantic relationships or friendships, race-related stressors or simply assist with prioritizing self-care and developing coping skills.

Available virtually

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Cherie Taylor

LPC

Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Cherie Taylor, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Cherie has a Master in Mental Health Counseling from Capella University.

Virginia
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Depression
Relationship Issues
Stress
Style
Directive
Candid
Collaborative

I believe in providing a supportive, compassionate environment where you can take control of your mental and emotional well-being. My mission has been clear: to offer personalized, culturally sensitive counseling services that cater to the unique needs of every individual.

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