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Laurie Best
Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Laurie Best, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Laurie has a Masters of Arts (MA) Counseling Psychology from Boston College.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and I have been working with individuals and families for over 20 years. Through listening and accepting, my overall goal of the therapeutic process is to improve your level of functioning and to enhance your life.
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Alimatu Mustapha-Palmer
Many new patients continue care with this provider
Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Alimatu Mustapha-Palmer, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Alimatu has a Master of Science (MS) in Clinical Psych from University of the District of Columbia, a PhD from Howard University and a MAC (Masters Addiction Certification) as a substance abuse professional from NAADAC.
I help individuals, families, and groups navigate life transitions, relationship challenges, cultural dynamics, and spirituality. My work spans diverse populations including children, veterans, minorities, women, and faith-based communities. I bring a holistic, person-centered approach to address your unique needs.
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Deirdra Brinkman
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Deirdra Brinkman, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Deirdra has a Masters of Education (MED) from Xavier University.
My focus is on my relationship with you, the client. The therapeutic relationship with be approached with mutual respect, empathy, and a non-judgmental attitude.
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Towanda Edwards-Osborne
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Towanda Edwards-Osborne, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Towanda has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Virginia Commonwealth University.
You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward. Maybe anxiety is taking over, your relationships feel strained, or you’re just tired of carrying the same patterns without relief. Whatever brings you here, you don’t have to figure it out alone.
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Shakeyau Jackson
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Shakeyau Jackson, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Shakeyau has a Doctor of Social Work (DSW) in Family Studies & Interventions from Walden University and a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Walden University.
I provide a supportive, judgment-free space where you can be yourself while working through life’s challenges. My goal is to help you gain clarity, build confidence, strengthen coping skills, and create meaningful changes that fit your life.
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Rouguiyatou Toure
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Rouguiyatou Toure, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Rouguiyatou has a Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) from George Mason University and a Masters of Arts (MA) in International Human Rights from University of Denver.
I am a First-Generation, multilingual therapist specializing in supporting children, adolescents, and families through trauma, anxiety, emotional regulation challenges, life transitions, and relationship struggles. I primarily work with children and teens, while also supporting some adults navigating trauma, attachment wounds.
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Cheryl King
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Cheryl King, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Cheryl has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Central Florida.
My goal is to provide a safe, encouraging environment where you can identify your concerns, strengthen your overall well-being, and create space for meaningful personal growth.
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Carol Ellinger
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Carol Ellinger, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Carol has a Master of Social Work, Micro/Clinical from University of South Carolina.
Welcome! I believe therapy works best when it feels like a partnership. I strive to create a supportive, non-judgmental space where we can work together to understand your experiences, build on your strengths, and develop practical skills for navigating life's challenges.
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Maryanne Garnsey
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Maryanne Garnsey, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Maryanne has a Master of Science (MS) in Mental Health Counseling & Marriage and Family Therapy from Palm Beach Atlantic University.
I am excited to meet you. My purpose is to make a positive difference in people's lives.
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Sanguetta Banks
Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Sanguetta Banks, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Sanguetta has a Master's in Counseling (MC) in Rehabilitation Counseling from University of South Carolina School of Medicine.
Feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges? You're not alone. I provide a warm, nonjudgmental space where you can safely process your thoughts and emotions, reduce stress and anxiety, improve communication, build healthy coping skills, and feel empowered as we work together toward healing, growth, and lasting positive change.
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Maureen Fulkerson
Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Maureen Fulkerson, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Maureen has a Masters of Education (MED) from Lynchburg College.
Need a safe, collaborative space to navigate life's challenges or explore complex feelings without fear of judgment? Grounded in a humanistic approach, I bring genuine authenticity, deep empathy, and unconditional positive regard to help you feel truly seen and understood. Together, we will work at your pace toward lasting personal growth.
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Katlyn Hash
Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Katlyn Hash, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Katlyn has a Masters of Education (MED) in Clinical Mental Health from Lindsey Wilson College.
Life can feel overwhelming sometimes, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. I offer a supportive, judgment-free space where clients can feel heard, understood, and empowered to work through life’s challenges at their own pace.
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Kieshara Matthews
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Kieshara Matthews, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Kieshara has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Fordham University.
Feeling overwhelmed or unsure where to start? You’re not alone. I help clients navigate anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relationship challenges with compassion and practical support. Together, we’ll build coping skills, strengthen confidence, and create meaningful, lasting change.
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Jacquetta Cobbs
Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Jacquetta Cobbs, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Jacquetta has a Master in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Capella University.
I'm so glad you're here. Reaching out for support is often one of the hardest steps, and you've already taken it. With over nine years of experience in mental health, I specialize in helping teens and young adults navigate grief, trauma, anxiety, and depression in a compassionate, supportive environment.
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Stephanie Tu'uta
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Stephanie Tu'uta, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Stephanie has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Our Lady of the Lake University.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I utilize a Holistic Therapy approach to treat clients who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship/family difficulties, life transitions, and more.
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Imani Hagans
Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Imani Hagans, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Imani has a Master's in Counseling (MC) from Trinity Washington University.
I’m a licensed professional counselor in Virginia with over 17 years of experience supporting adolescents, adults, and couples. Navigating the human experience can lead us down a winding path filled with unexpected twists, obstacles, and moments of uncertainty. As a therapist, I see my role as helping you create the roadmap.
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Yumi Lemaster
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Yumi Lemaster, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Yumi has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Fayetteville State University.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I'd love to get to know you and what your primary concerns and issues are that bring you to healing here first and foremost, and then work to process deeper core trends and issues that might perpetuate your hurt and pain. I'm also very solution-oriented and like to provide practical tools to help heal you.
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Deitre Smith
Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Deitre Smith, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Deitre has a Masters of Arts (MA) Clinical Mental Health Counseling from South University.
Welcome! I'm glad you're here, and I know that taking the first step toward therapy can feel both hopeful and uncertain. My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, supported, and accepted as we work together at a pace that feels comfortable for you.
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Cristina Brown
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Cristina Brown, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Cristina has a Post Graduate Certificate in Christian Counseling from Trinity College of the Bible and Theological Seminary, a Master in Counseling (MC) Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Regent University and a Master of Arts (MA) in Human Services Counseling from Regent University.
I believe people can adapt to their circumstances when given the necessary tools. It's not for lack of will, but for lack of skill, that people struggle. My focus is to equip and empower individuals, couples, and families to achieve healing and thrive.
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Samantha Blackwell
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Samantha Blackwell, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Samantha has a Master of Social Work from Cleveland State University.
I am excited to work to help individuals and couples navigate anxiety, relationship challenges, and life transitions with practical, evidence-based tools like CBT and DBT. My approach is collaborative, supportive, and focused on helping you build real, sustainable change—not just insight, but action.
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Hillary Parks
Many new patients continue care with this provider
Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Hillary Parks, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Hillary has a Master of Education (MED) in Mental Health Counseling from Old Dominion University.
I work with clients dealing with trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, stress, and grief. I believe every client is unique with their own therapeutic needs and goals, and my job is to listen and work with you to reach those goals.
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Ellisse Sawyers
Many new patients continue care with this provider
Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Ellisse Sawyers, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Ellisse has a Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling Education from Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University.
I have been licensed as an LPC in the state of Virginia since 2022 and have been working in the mental health field since 2017. I have also previously worked as a school counselor with both elementary and middle school-age students. In my practice, I primarily work with older kids, teens, and young adults.
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Charnell Murphy
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Charnell Murphy, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Charnell has a Master of Science (MS) in Mental Health Counseling (Clinical) from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.
Feeling stuck? At a crossroads in your life? Even the strongest among us can feel lost, unsure, ambivalent, or unhappy at times. As a Licensed Counselor, I can help you understand and manage whatever life throws at you, and how to do it successfully. I believe that you have the strength not just to survive, but to truly thrive.
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Leah Sauls
Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Leah Sauls, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Leah has a Master of Arts (MA) in Professional Counseling from Liberty University and a Master's in Counseling (MC) from Liberty University.
I use many different types of modalities in my clinical work. I typically work with clients who struggle with anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues.
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Jade Westbrook
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.
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.
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