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Ryan Sheehan

Many new patients continue care with this provider

LCSW
•
5+ years

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

Ryan has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Medical Social Work from Aurora University.

Virginia
Specialties
LGBTQIA+
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Exploratory
Attuned
Collaborative

I'm here to guide you on your journey toward healing and self-discovery. Whether you're looking to make positive changes in your life, improve your mindset, or tackle challenges you're facing, I'm committed to supporting you every step of the way.

Available virtually

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Makira Holder

LPC
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1+ years

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

Makira has a Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.

Virginia
Specialties
LGBTQIA+
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Life Transitions
Relationship Issues
Stress
Style
Responsive
Approachable
Collaborative

I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor who creates a warm, judgment-free space for clients to feel heard and supported. My approach is collaborative and practical, helping you better understand yourself, strengthen coping skills, and navigate life’s challenges with greater confidence.

Available virtually

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Kimberly Feldman

LCSW
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10+ years

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

Kimberly has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Clinical from Catholic University of America.

Virginia
Specialties
LGBTQIA+
ADHD
Anxiety
Autism or Asperger's Syndrome
Family Conflict
Relationship Issues
Style
Exploratory
Approachable
Collaborative

If you haven't felt like yourself in a while-- maybe you're more on-edge, disengaged from family, friends, and interests, or stuck in survival mode-- talking with an understanding, trauma-informed therapist can be a great next step.

Available virtually

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Samantha Blackwell

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
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16+ years

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.

Virginia
Specialties
LGBTQIA+
Addiction
Mood Disorders
Relationship Issues
Transgender Issues
Style
Directive
Candid
Supportive

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.

Available virtually

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Cheryl King

LCSW
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5+ years

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.

Virginia
Specialties
LGBTQIA+
Anxiety
Depression
Relationship Issues
Women's Issues
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Empowering

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.

Available virtually

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Nora Vassar

Many new patients continue care with this provider

LCSW
•
13+ years

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

Nora has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Virginia Commonwealth University.

Chesterfield, VA
Specialties
LGBTQIA+
Anxiety
Depression
Relationship Issues
Substance Use
Style
Practical
Approachable
Collaborative

I work with older teens and adults dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship and family issues, poor self-image, and academic and professional stressors. I provide a warm, collaborative space where we can address the challenges impacting your life and well-being.

Available virtually

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Menzo Faassen

LPC
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4+ years

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

Menzo has a Master of Science (MS) in Community Counseling from Austin Peay State University.

Virginia
Specialties
LGBTQIA+
Anxiety
Depression
Substance Use
Style
Outcome-oriented
Warm
Supportive

I'm eclectic in my approach to therapy, drawing from Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectical Behavioral, Reality, and Motivational Interviewing techniques. My primary focus is what you want to get out of the therapy process.

Available virtually

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J. Kellie Evans

Many new patients continue care with this provider

LCSW
•
31+ years

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

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

Suffolk, VA
Specialties
LGBTQIA+
Anxiety
Depression
Grief
Sexual Abuse
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Affirming

If you want to feel better, you don’t have to figure it out alone. Using proven techniques within a compassionate approach, I help people move toward living a more grounded, fulfilling life. Whether you’re carrying painful experiences from earlier years, feeling overwhelmed by current stress, or facing both at the same time, I can help!

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Angela Honaker

Many new patients continue care with this provider

LCSW
•
1+ years

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

Angela has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Capella University.

Virginia
Specialties
LGBTQIA+
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Empowering

You can call me Angie, I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker and Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor. I specialize in trauma work, and I’m passionate about helping individuals heal from trauma, build self-esteem, and navigate challenges.

Available virtually

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A.C. Fowlkes

LCP
•
9+ years

Licensed Clinical Psychologists (LCPs), like A.C. Fowlkes, hold a doctoral degree and are trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

A.C. has a Doctor of Philosophy (PHD) in Health Psychology with Clinical Specialization from Virginia State University and a Master of Science (MS) in Psychology with Clinical Specialization from Virginia State University.

Virginia
Specialties
LGBTQIA+
Depression
Gender Identity
Psychosis
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Responsive
Warm
Curious

I am a Clinical Psychologist offering affirming, thoughtful, and honest therapy. I work with adults navigating identity, major life transitions, serious mental health concerns, and the difficult experiences that can leave them feeling stuck or disconnected.

Available virtually

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Brandon Bunker

Recognized for high quality patient care

LPC
•
8+ years

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

Brandon has a Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness from New York University.

Virginia
Specialties
LGBTQIA+
Anxiety
Depression
Relationship Issues
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Exploratory
Approachable
Affirming

I work with adults and couples, specializing in treating trauma and its many forms in individuals, and betrayal trauma and infidelity in couples.

Available virtually

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Sandra Noel

Many new patients continue care with this provider

LCSW
•
2+ years

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
LGBTQIA+
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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Marita Kershaw

LCSW
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4+ years

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

Marita has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from State University of New York at Albany.

Henrico, VA
Specialties
LGBTQIA+
ADHD
Anxiety
Stress
Style
Insightful
Warm
Motivational

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) servicing New York, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. I graduated from the University of Albany. I am dedicated, warm, and has a non-judgmental approach to therapy. I have more than eight years of diverse experience and continues to evolve in new treatment models.

Available virtually

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Elizabeth Wick

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
•
7+ years

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
LGBTQIA+
Anxiety
Mood Disorders
Trauma and PTSD
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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Laurie Best

LPC
•
19+ years

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.

Virginia
Specialties
LGBTQIA+
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
Family Conflict
Relationship Issues
Style
Responsive
Approachable
Supportive

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.

Available virtually

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Felicia Wallace

LCSW
•
1+ years

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

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

Hampton, VA
Specialties
LGBTQIA+
Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Depression
Mood Disorders
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Outcome-oriented
Attuned
Motivational

I work with all walks of life, supporting people navigating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, adjustment disorder, complicated grief, communication challenges, relationships, and mood disorders.

Available virtually

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Leah Kramer

LCSW
•
5+ years

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

Leah has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Virginia Commonwealth University.

Richmond, VA
Specialties
LGBTQIA+
Panic Attacks
Personality Disorders
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Exploratory
Warm
Curious

I'm excited to be a part of your journey. I have a small practice on the side of my full time job. Come join me on a healing journey.

Available virtually

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Angelika Wimmer

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
•
17+ years

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

Angelika has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from West Virginia University.

Roanoke, VA
Specialties
LGBTQIA+
Anger Management
Anxiety
Depression
Grief
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Gentle
Curious

I work with children, adults, and elderly people. The treatment modalities I use are DBT, CBT, and Trauma-Informed Care.

Available virtually

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Sherika Thomas-Miller

LPC
•
3+ years

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

Sherika has a Master in Counseling (MC) Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Troy State University.

Virginia
Specialties
LGBTQIA+
Anxiety
Depression
Older Adult
Substance Use
Style
Outcome-oriented
Gentle
Motivational

I work with adolescents to geriatric clients and specialize in stress, depression, and anxiety using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help my clients make progress throughout their therapeutic journey.

Available virtually

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Cindy Dominique

Recognized for high quality patient care

LPC
•
21+ years

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

Cindy has a Doctor of Psychology (PSYD) in Clinical Psychology from American School of Professional Psychology and a Master's of Education (MED) in Guidance and Counseling from Virginia State University.

Virginia
Specialties
LGBTQIA+
Cultural Stress
Depression
Grief
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Responsive
Approachable
Empowering

You’re doing your best—and sometimes it still feels like too much. If you’re navigating stress, life transitions, relationship challenges, or just feeling stuck, you don’t have to sort it out alone. If you’re ready for something to shift, let’s get started.

Available virtually

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Susan McGilloway

Recognized for high quality patient care

LPC
•
4+ years

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

Susan has a Master's in Counseling (MC) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University and a Master of Science Psychology (MSPSY) from Walden University.

Virginia
Specialties
LGBTQIA+
Anxiety
Depression
First Responders
Relationship Issues
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Collaborative

I am a seasoned clinician with 16 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), primarily with women and couples. I integrate the following conditions: high‐functioning anxiety, burnout recovery, emotional fatigue, boundaries and self‐trust, people‐pleasing patterns, and perfectionism recovery.

Available virtually

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Frederica Banning

LCSW
•
42+ years

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

Frederica has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in EAP/Work and Family Systems from Catholic University of America.

Virginia
Specialties
LGBTQIA+
Anxiety
Depression
Grief
Stress
Style
Outcome-oriented
Candid
Motivational

When life knocks us down, we all need a warm heart and a safe space where we can sort things through. I am here to help, whether you are navigating life challenges, repairing relationships with yourself and others, healing loss, or building change resilience. I listen to connect, not to judge or reject. Reaching out takes courage.

Available virtually

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Carey Deeters

LCSW
•
1+ years

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

Carey has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine.

Virginia
Specialties
LGBTQIA+
ADHD
Anxiety
Depression
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Candid
Curious

I’ve been in the human services field since 2000. I have provided services to children and youth, adults, and the elderly in county, inpatient, hospice, community-based, and clinical agencies. I have worked with folks who have an array of issues, including substance use disorders, grief and loss, abuse, trauma, parenting, and family issues.

Available virtually

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Kristin Miller

LPC
•
9+ years

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

Kristin has a Master of Science Psychology (MSPSY) in Applied Psychology from University of Baltimore.

Virginia
Specialties
LGBTQIA+
Anxiety
Codependency
Depression
Self Esteem
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Supportive

As a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) who has been practicing for over 10 years, I can promise support, empathy, and engagement. Additionally, I have training in trauma treatments, TEAM-CBT, RLT couples counseling, and years of experience with several other approaches. I am an LGBT ally and I love my job!

Available virtually

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Kalin Alvey

LCSW
•
4+ years

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

Kalin has a Doctor of Social Work (DSW) from University of Tennessee At Knoxville and a Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) from University of Louisville.

Virginia
Specialties
LGBTQIA+
Addiction
Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Depression
Relapse Prevention
Style
Responsive
Warm
Collaborative

I specialize in trauma and addiction counseling, working with women, children, couples, and families. I'm dedicated to providing compassionate and effective care that meets you where you are.

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