Therapists in Richmond, VA
Beth Montgomery
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MSW, MPH
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23221
Hi, my name is Beth and thank you for visiting my page! My clinical practice focuses on individual, couples, and family therapy. Drawing from my rich life experiences. I employ a collaborative, strengths-based approach to helping clients uncover their strengths and assets that lead to healthy solutions.
Hi, my name is Beth and thank you for visiting my page! My clinical practice focuses on individual, couples, and family therapy. Drawing from my rich life experiences. I employ a collaborative, strengths-based approach to helping clients uncover their strengths and assets that lead to healthy solutions.
Lisa McIntosh
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23234
My name is Lisa McIntosh, LPC License 0701008421. I have more than 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. My holistic approach focuses on the individual's emotional, psychological, and social well-being. I also focus on rapport building, goal setting, and implementing evidence-based treatment to help individuals and families identify and change their troubling emotions, thoughts, and behaviors.
My name is Lisa McIntosh, LPC License 0701008421. I have more than 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. My holistic approach focuses on the individual's emotional, psychological, and social well-being. I also focus on rapport building, goal setting, and implementing evidence-based treatment to help individuals and families identify and change their troubling emotions, thoughts, and behaviors.
Lisa Zulawski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23225
Are you interested in living more authentically with your core self and working to pursue a life that is more in line with your aspirations and values? Does it feel like your past experiences or beliefs about yourself have made you feel stuck? We all go through experiences in our life that can get in the way of us living into our full potential and I would be honored to walk with you in that process of discovery and healing.
Are you interested in living more authentically with your core self and working to pursue a life that is more in line with your aspirations and values? Does it feel like your past experiences or beliefs about yourself have made you feel stuck? We all go through experiences in our life that can get in the way of us living into our full potential and I would be honored to walk with you in that process of discovery and healing.
April Dalby
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23220
There is no greater joy than assisting clients in finding their strengths and ways to use their strengths to overcome life obstacles by creating a new narrative.
There is no greater joy than assisting clients in finding their strengths and ways to use their strengths to overcome life obstacles by creating a new narrative.
Alexis Tuttle
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMHP-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23220 (Online Only)
Deciding to start therapy is a significant step! Recognizing your capacity for change is truly empowering. As your therapist, I'm here to support you through this transformative journey, whether you're a teenager or an adult navigating life's complexities. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, offering a holistic and evidence-based approach tailored to your unique needs. My therapy approach encompasses strength-based techniques, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, and solution-focused strategies.
Deciding to start therapy is a significant step! Recognizing your capacity for change is truly empowering. As your therapist, I'm here to support you through this transformative journey, whether you're a teenager or an adult navigating life's complexities. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, offering a holistic and evidence-based approach tailored to your unique needs. My therapy approach encompasses strength-based techniques, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, and solution-focused strategies.
Grace S Bryan
Supervisee in Clinical Social Work, MSW, LMHP-S, CSAC-S
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23294
Hello there! My name is Grace, and I'm here to accompany you on your journey towards the life you envision for yourself. I blend creative and conventional therapeutic methods, working to fully comprehend your unique ways of coping and overcoming the challenges you encounter. I am a firm believer that therapy should be personalized, focusing on you and harnessing the strengths you possess. I understand that everyone's struggles are individual, and I strive to echo this understanding in my approach to therapy. My primary goal is to create an environment where you feel at ease, respected, and truly listened to.
Hello there! My name is Grace, and I'm here to accompany you on your journey towards the life you envision for yourself. I blend creative and conventional therapeutic methods, working to fully comprehend your unique ways of coping and overcoming the challenges you encounter. I am a firm believer that therapy should be personalized, focusing on you and harnessing the strengths you possess. I understand that everyone's struggles are individual, and I strive to echo this understanding in my approach to therapy. My primary goal is to create an environment where you feel at ease, respected, and truly listened to.
Lifebulb Counseling & Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23220
We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals. We believe you're best served by a therapist passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to helping therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. Working with us, you'll get results.
We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals. We believe you're best served by a therapist passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to helping therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. Working with us, you'll get results.
Denise M Hill
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23219 (Online Only)
Making the first step is the most difficult but the most rewarding. Do you possess an open mind? Do you desire personal growth? Have you started to think that "something has to change?" I am here for you. Let us explore your full potential with a goal-oriented mindset.
Making the first step is the most difficult but the most rewarding. Do you possess an open mind? Do you desire personal growth? Have you started to think that "something has to change?" I am here for you. Let us explore your full potential with a goal-oriented mindset.
Allyson Rainer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23220
Not accepting new clients
Finding peace and a sense of purpose is more difficult when you're bombarded with messages from the outside world about who you are supposed to be. One goal of therapy is to have more compassion for yourself which gives you the opportunity to experience more peace inside. I specialize in anxiety, trauma, grief, LGBT issues, relationship issues, adult children of personality disordered parents and women's issues across the lifespan, especially surrounding menopause. I also enjoy and welcome working with men in my practice. My clinical interests surround how our thoughts and bodies are connected.
Finding peace and a sense of purpose is more difficult when you're bombarded with messages from the outside world about who you are supposed to be. One goal of therapy is to have more compassion for yourself which gives you the opportunity to experience more peace inside. I specialize in anxiety, trauma, grief, LGBT issues, relationship issues, adult children of personality disordered parents and women's issues across the lifespan, especially surrounding menopause. I also enjoy and welcome working with men in my practice. My clinical interests surround how our thoughts and bodies are connected.
William J. Spitzer
PhD, DCSW, CLC, ACSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23231
My clients may feel that they have been unable to comfortably make decisions in their lives or have made poor decisions. They may not have been able to identify or achieve their goals, leaving them feel unfulfilled. Often, they want to initiate change but have uncertainty about their ability to do so or the steps in that process. They seek to establish and achieve goals that will bring fulfillment, enjoyment, material comfort and success in their lives. My clients seek lives in which they are self-confident and motivated. Through the coaching relationship, they determined what was important to them, then pursued and achieved it.
My clients may feel that they have been unable to comfortably make decisions in their lives or have made poor decisions. They may not have been able to identify or achieve their goals, leaving them feel unfulfilled. Often, they want to initiate change but have uncertainty about their ability to do so or the steps in that process. They seek to establish and achieve goals that will bring fulfillment, enjoyment, material comfort and success in their lives. My clients seek lives in which they are self-confident and motivated. Through the coaching relationship, they determined what was important to them, then pursued and achieved it.
Catherine Chewning
Supervisee in Clinical Social Work, LMSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23230
Catherine Chewning is a Supervisee in Social Work in Virginia who has been practicing since 2011. She graduated with a Bachelor's in Psychology in 2007 and began to work full time at Virginia Treatment Center for Children after volunteering there prior to graduation. After three years, she resigned to complete the practicum requirements to obtain a Master's in Clinical Social Work. Catherine has worked with a diverse population of children from inpatient care (residential and acute) to a juvenile detention center, to public schools within different counties.
Catherine Chewning is a Supervisee in Social Work in Virginia who has been practicing since 2011. She graduated with a Bachelor's in Psychology in 2007 and began to work full time at Virginia Treatment Center for Children after volunteering there prior to graduation. After three years, she resigned to complete the practicum requirements to obtain a Master's in Clinical Social Work. Catherine has worked with a diverse population of children from inpatient care (residential and acute) to a juvenile detention center, to public schools within different counties.
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Jill L Opalesky
Art Therapist, MS, ATR-BC, ITR-CTS
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23220
Jill Opalesky, LLC is a woman-owned, local business on Stuart Circle in the fan neighborhood of Richmond, VA. Jill provides compassionate and quality care to resolve trauma, depression, anxiety and other issues that are getting in the way. Jill is dedicated to educating and treating mental health in her community as she has seen how often poor mental health changes and affects people. Jill is compassionate and has many years of experience working to help people with what is 'not working' in their life. Jill also believes that you do not have to be in treatment forever, she is goal focused.
Jill Opalesky, LLC is a woman-owned, local business on Stuart Circle in the fan neighborhood of Richmond, VA. Jill provides compassionate and quality care to resolve trauma, depression, anxiety and other issues that are getting in the way. Jill is dedicated to educating and treating mental health in her community as she has seen how often poor mental health changes and affects people. Jill is compassionate and has many years of experience working to help people with what is 'not working' in their life. Jill also believes that you do not have to be in treatment forever, she is goal focused.
Erin Delp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSOTP-R
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23225 (Online Only)
Recovering from trauma is the most inspiring and difficult things one can do in their lifetime. I am a believer that post traumatic growth is possible in all people. I utilize an eclectic approach pulling from a base of radical feminism utilizing approaches from DBT, somatic experiencing, and mindfulness and acceptance based approaches. I firmly believe that everyone has the tools within them to heal and grow and my primary job as therapist is to provide a safe non-judgmental setting for you to discover your healed self.
Recovering from trauma is the most inspiring and difficult things one can do in their lifetime. I am a believer that post traumatic growth is possible in all people. I utilize an eclectic approach pulling from a base of radical feminism utilizing approaches from DBT, somatic experiencing, and mindfulness and acceptance based approaches. I firmly believe that everyone has the tools within them to heal and grow and my primary job as therapist is to provide a safe non-judgmental setting for you to discover your healed self.
Lorena Gonzalez
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Not Verified Not Verified
Richmond, VA 23234
Hello, my name is Lorena I Gonzalez! I am a licensed clinical mental health counselor and a licensed clinical addictions specialist. I use an eclectic, holistic, person-centered approach to therapy in order to treat the whole person and create balance, health, and growth in all areas of life. I have a long history in the mental health and addictions field, dating back to 2005, when I worked with male juvenile offenders.
Hello, my name is Lorena I Gonzalez! I am a licensed clinical mental health counselor and a licensed clinical addictions specialist. I use an eclectic, holistic, person-centered approach to therapy in order to treat the whole person and create balance, health, and growth in all areas of life. I have a long history in the mental health and addictions field, dating back to 2005, when I worked with male juvenile offenders.
Jewel Gear
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23230
Jewel works with individuals who are looking to gain insight into themselves and improve their quality of life. She seeks to understand each individual holistically, including their backgrounds and the strengths they already possess to provide an individualized approach. Jewel believes that establishing a strong alliance with her clients is essential to getting the most out of therapy and creating lasting change. Through this alliance, she partners with her clients to explore and address thought and behavior patterns that serve as barriers to enjoying life fully.
Jewel works with individuals who are looking to gain insight into themselves and improve their quality of life. She seeks to understand each individual holistically, including their backgrounds and the strengths they already possess to provide an individualized approach. Jewel believes that establishing a strong alliance with her clients is essential to getting the most out of therapy and creating lasting change. Through this alliance, she partners with her clients to explore and address thought and behavior patterns that serve as barriers to enjoying life fully.
Abby Villanueva
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23235
Are you finding it difficult to move past a trauma or a loss? Are you feeling overwhelmed, or stuck in the same negative thought cycles? Are your go-to coping strategies or communication style no longer serving you or your relationships? Do you want to embark on your own personal healing journey, but aren't sure where to begin? If so, you're not alone. I am here to offer an empathetic, non-judgmental space for you to process through whatever you're going through, and to work with you to chart a new path towards positive growth and change. Together, we can build up the skills and resources for a more joyful and fulfilling life.
Are you finding it difficult to move past a trauma or a loss? Are you feeling overwhelmed, or stuck in the same negative thought cycles? Are your go-to coping strategies or communication style no longer serving you or your relationships? Do you want to embark on your own personal healing journey, but aren't sure where to begin? If so, you're not alone. I am here to offer an empathetic, non-judgmental space for you to process through whatever you're going through, and to work with you to chart a new path towards positive growth and change. Together, we can build up the skills and resources for a more joyful and fulfilling life.
Senttra Snowden
Resident in Counseling, MS, RYT
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23229
You belong here. You are accepted here. You are welcome here. Not for your production or what you can do. Not because you are strong and resilient. Not because you’ve learned to put others before yourself. You belong here just as you are, all of you. I enter our collective space authentically as a Black woman and invite my clients to authentically enter as themselves as well. As a clinician, I provide my clients with the space to explore the weight they are carrying using person-centered and Feminist therapy. I also honor and value cultural healing through intergenerational and historical trauma work.
You belong here. You are accepted here. You are welcome here. Not for your production or what you can do. Not because you are strong and resilient. Not because you’ve learned to put others before yourself. You belong here just as you are, all of you. I enter our collective space authentically as a Black woman and invite my clients to authentically enter as themselves as well. As a clinician, I provide my clients with the space to explore the weight they are carrying using person-centered and Feminist therapy. I also honor and value cultural healing through intergenerational and historical trauma work.
Samaria Lewis
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23225 (Online Only)
Hi! I'm a Licensed Professional Counsellor (LPC) based in Virginia. I obtained a Master's Degree from Virginia State University and have been practicing for the past 19 years.
Hi! I'm a Licensed Professional Counsellor (LPC) based in Virginia. I obtained a Master's Degree from Virginia State University and have been practicing for the past 19 years.
Tawanda McPhatter
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23225 (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Ms. Tawanda McPhatter and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Virginia. I received my Master's Degree from Virginia Commonwealth University, and I have been providing therapy services for 12 years. I allow my clients a safe space to discuss their issues, concerns, and needs for themselves using behavioral approaches. I am a very avid listener and I feel that listening is very important when assisting my clients and helps identify their feelings and thoughts on things so that I can identify ways that I can be of assistance in helping to work through and/or address these issues and/or concerns.
Hello! My name is Ms. Tawanda McPhatter and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Virginia. I received my Master's Degree from Virginia Commonwealth University, and I have been providing therapy services for 12 years. I allow my clients a safe space to discuss their issues, concerns, and needs for themselves using behavioral approaches. I am a very avid listener and I feel that listening is very important when assisting my clients and helps identify their feelings and thoughts on things so that I can identify ways that I can be of assistance in helping to work through and/or address these issues and/or concerns.
Jenna A Pagano
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT , LCMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23236
You don't have to go through this alone. The strength that has brought you to this page today is proof that you posses the ability to make positive changes and restore your relationships. I am here to guide you through the process of restoring health and balance. Please don't hesitate to contact me. Whether you are struggling with communication, conflict, parenting, or intimacy I am here to help.
You don't have to go through this alone. The strength that has brought you to this page today is proof that you posses the ability to make positive changes and restore your relationships. I am here to guide you through the process of restoring health and balance. Please don't hesitate to contact me. Whether you are struggling with communication, conflict, parenting, or intimacy I am here to help.
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Number of Therapists in Richmond, VA
1,000+
Average cost per session
$135
Therapists in Richmond, VA who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
89% | Depression |
75% | Self Esteem |
74% | Coping Skills |
70% | Trauma and PTSD |
68% | Relationship Issues |
67% | Stress |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
78% | Aetna |
77% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
76% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Richmond, VA see their clients
56% | In Person and Online | |
44% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
83% | Female | |
16% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Richmond?
Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.