Therapists in Richmond, VA

Renea Smith is a Resident in Counseling (RIC) with over a year of supervised clinical counseling experience, working with seniors, adults, adolescents, families, and couples in private practice settings. Renea also has over 14 years of experience in school counseling. Having grown up in a multi-generational home during her adolescent years and having served both the comprehensive and exceptional education school settings, she has a deep-rooted admiration and respect for the older population, parents, educators, caregivers of children with unique needs and abilities.

I am passionate about working with college-aged folks and twentysomethings. As a twentysomething, you may be struggling with emerging adulthood life transitions and turning points, anxiety, anger, depression, low self-esteem and confidence, family stress, romantic relationship stress, trauma, grief and loss, and or career challenges. In our work together, I will seek to create a safe space for you to explore and understand these stressful challenges and turning points in order to build stronger self-esteem, greater self-awareness, healthier relationships, supportive tools, and balanced ways of living.

Agata Blaszkow is a Resident in Counseling (RIC) with over 3 years of experience in the mental health field. Agata works with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, ADHD, grief, trauma, gender identity, and life transitions.

Navigating the challenges of life can be difficult for all of us. Taking care of yourself holistically is an important factor for obtaining and maintaining a healthy balanced lifestyle. Are you seeking a safe space where you can exhale, put things in perspective, deal with depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, or just battling with your own thoughts on what to do and how to proceed in your life's journey? Are you wanting to overcome certain obstacles in your life? There is nothing like taking ownership of your life and controlling life's journey at your own pace! I will challenge you to produce real positive outcomes.

Do you want to experience greater freedom from anxiety, depression, or negative thoughts? Are you feeling frustrated, misunderstood, or unappreciated in your close relationships? Have you tried therapy before but did not get the results you were hoping for? With understanding and compassion for yourself, you can break free of negative thoughts, self-limiting beliefs, and harmful habits. You can learn communication methods to bring you closer to others, without sacrificing yourself. Together we will discover a deeper source of strength that is uniquely yours. I can help you tap this well to find joy, contentment, and harmonious relationships.

Anxiety, Depression, Substance Use, Trauma, and other issues can all hinder our ability to experience peace and fulfillment in life. To look inward and explore the root of suffering is a challenging but rewarding endeavor. If you find yourself in need of support on this journey, I would be honored to accompany you.

Are you struggling with sadness, anxiety, or maybe experienced a recent trauma? Are you having thoughts of your childhood abuse? Are you fearful that you might have a drug or alcohol problem? Or maybe you just lost someone close to you. Perhaps you are having some relationship issues, or a difficult life adjustment. I would love to help!

CONGRATULATIONS for making the decision to pursue this therapeutic endeavor!! I applaud you for having the courage to gain insight and take the necessary steps in creating and maintaining a better life for yourself. It is my professional goals to aid in eliminating the stigma that has greatly plagued the subject of mental health and to continue to be a catalyst in assisting individuals and families in successfully navigating their distinctive healing journeys. I am looking forward to working with you.

Hi there! My name is Caitie, and I'm a supervisee in social work in the state of Virginia. I received my Masters in Social Work from George Mason University and am dedicated to helping people overcome their struggles and live fulfilling lives. My approach is centered around creating a safe and supportive environment where you feel heard, seen, and validated. I am here to guide you on your journey towards healing and growth. Let's work together to uncover your strengths and achieve your goals. Outside of work, I enjoy reading, visiting museums, and spending time with friends and family.

The founder of Sandy Shore Family Counseling, Brenna Cash is a licensed therapist in Virginia, New Jersey, and Arizona. She specializes in individual, couples, and family therapy, providing virtual counseling for those seeking a healthier way of living. Before opening Sandy Shore Family Counseling in 2013, Brenna worked with Child Protective Services to offer therapy for families in need of reunification. She also worked in addiction outpatient treatment, providing counseling for people recovering from substance abuse.

Welcome! I am Kimberly. I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 10 years of experience providing therapy. Many of us desire a sense of peace, connection, and well-being within ourselves and in our life.

My ideal client is one who wants to building a collaborative relationship that will help to foster change. I believe that most of the work of therapy happens in between sessions, so my clients will benefit if they are willing to practice the things that we agree will be helpful. I am less focused on diagnoses than beliefs, feelings, and behaviors that are amenable to change. I am hoping that my clients have decided that they are willing to be vulnerable at this point in their lives and that they are open to having me participate in their journey toward a more effective life strategy.

I believe that trauma-informed practice means providing a safe, trusting space to build relationships and collaborate toward your therapeutic goals. I am passionate about providing unconditional positive regard for every client, and finding each client’s strengths. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, or other mental health concerns, I will work with you to provide effective tools and offer unconditional support throughout your therapeutic journey.

Andrew is a dedicated counseling resident specializing in supporting individuals grappling with depression, anxiety, and a spectrum of mental health challenges. While currently serving as a full-time middle school counselor, Andrew is actively transitioning into a professional counseling role, with a focused commitment to providing tailored, evidence-based therapy. In his practice, Andrew adeptly combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and solution-focused techniques to fa cilitate transformative therapeutic experiences. By leveraging these approaches, Andrew creates a nurturing space for clients to explore their inner workings.

While completing my Clinical Internship at The College of William & Mary, I split hours between the Contemplation and Healing Institute in Williamsburg, VA and the Virginia Institute of Pastoral Care in Richmond, VA. My goal with every client is to facilitate a therapeutic experience that ultimately enhances their well-being. I will work with you to explore the root causes of your concerns and develop tools, based on your values and beliefs, that will better enable you to manage your circumstances and live a more fulfilling life.

If you are serious about getting better and improving the quality of your life by reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression, panic, sleep problems or any symptom interfering with living and enjoying life, contact my office and allow me to help you. With extensive training in the treatment of all types of trauma, my focus is to help you reduce the pain and suffering it causes. I take my responsibility to you and your difficulties seriously with the sole purpose of improving your ability to enjoy your life.

I use an eclectic approach with an emphasis on interpersonal relations focusing on what works best for clients. I am actively involved in the process of inviting clients to explore curiosities, moving away from negative beliefs and self -judgements towards a place of understanding, integration and acceptance. I believe engaging clients on their terms is critical to creating a comfortable environment to discuss any issues of concern. I engage clients to explore and understand how their past influences the present , as well as patterns of behaviors and functioning that may both interfere and support their current life situations.

As a collaborative therapist, my focus is on meeting the client where they are and helping them identify goals in treatment that will allow them to achieve optimum functioning in their lives. I have had experience in a variety of treatment settings which allows me to work with clients presenting with an array of issues including, but not limited to: anxiety and mood disorders, OCD, substance abuse, Trauma and PTSD, life transitions, existential crisis, exploring spirituality, grief and loss, low self-image, and health concerns. I also enjoy working with individuals looking to find meaning and a sense of connection in their lives.

As a therapist, I work primarily from a relational dynamic perspective and I use human diversity and social justice lenses to further inform my work. This means that I place particular emphasis on emotions and relationships, and that I strive to be emotionally present and available for authentic connection. It is my belief and experience that the work and healing of therapy occur within this connection. Therapy is thus a collaborative process of building an affirming relationship that leads to meaningful change.