Therapists in Virginia Beach, VA
Kelly Conner
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23454
Kelly Conner has been a resident in counseling for over a year. Kelly has over 10 years of experience in the mental field with both children and adults. She specializes in treating kids on the autism spectrum, divorce, anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, sensory processing disorders, and OCD diagnoses. Kelly has a background of being a registered behavior technician (RBT) for ABA therapy with children on the autism spectrum for several years. Kelly also has a creative side to help children and families with new perspectives and techniques tailored for each individual.
Kelly Conner has been a resident in counseling for over a year. Kelly has over 10 years of experience in the mental field with both children and adults. She specializes in treating kids on the autism spectrum, divorce, anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, sensory processing disorders, and OCD diagnoses. Kelly has a background of being a registered behavior technician (RBT) for ABA therapy with children on the autism spectrum for several years. Kelly also has a creative side to help children and families with new perspectives and techniques tailored for each individual.
Jessica Bryan
Pre-Licensed Professional, LSW
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Hello there! I'm Jessica Bryan, a Supervisee in Clinical Social Work, bringing over 13 years of mental health experience from community-based services and private practice. As a therapist for the past 3 years, my mission is to assist you in pinpointing your priorities and surmounting the barriers hindering you from achieving the life you desire. I eagerly anticipate the opportunity to collaborate with you!
Hello there! I'm Jessica Bryan, a Supervisee in Clinical Social Work, bringing over 13 years of mental health experience from community-based services and private practice. As a therapist for the past 3 years, my mission is to assist you in pinpointing your priorities and surmounting the barriers hindering you from achieving the life you desire. I eagerly anticipate the opportunity to collaborate with you!
Silver Lake Psychology
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others, and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability, and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience.
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others, and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability, and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience.
Deanna Herbol
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23455
“Most human suffering is related to love and loss and the job of therapists is to help people acknowledge, experience, and bear the reality of life- with all its pleasures and heartbreak.” -Bessel Van Der Kolk, M.D. As a LCSW , I strive to create an open, honest, and compassionate space for each individual I meet. I believe in meeting clients where they are at while they explore their life experiences and make connections to find a deeper understanding of themselves. I have worked with many clients who experience anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem issues, and other mental health disorders.
“Most human suffering is related to love and loss and the job of therapists is to help people acknowledge, experience, and bear the reality of life- with all its pleasures and heartbreak.” -Bessel Van Der Kolk, M.D. As a LCSW , I strive to create an open, honest, and compassionate space for each individual I meet. I believe in meeting clients where they are at while they explore their life experiences and make connections to find a deeper understanding of themselves. I have worked with many clients who experience anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem issues, and other mental health disorders.
Kimberly Byerly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LPC, LSATP
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Not accepting new clients
I strive to help people live happier, healthier, lives, by assisting them in overcoming obstacles that can impact their well-being. Change is often a reason that people enter counseling: change in self, family, work, relationships, or health. Counseling can help by addressing situations that cause distress, and offering ways to help manage these situations. Counseling begins with identifying and understanding needs, and working together to achieve identified needs and desires for counseling.
I strive to help people live happier, healthier, lives, by assisting them in overcoming obstacles that can impact their well-being. Change is often a reason that people enter counseling: change in self, family, work, relationships, or health. Counseling can help by addressing situations that cause distress, and offering ways to help manage these situations. Counseling begins with identifying and understanding needs, and working together to achieve identified needs and desires for counseling.
Jessica Salinas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
Waitlist for new clients
The hardest part of our journey begins with the first step. Looking at your current circumstances you may understand that change needs to take place, but just lost at where to begin—I’ve been there. There comes a time in each of our lives where we can reflect. This reflection upon our lives is often never easy. It is like an arduous journey filled with hills and valleys. Sometimes this requires letting go of pent up emotions and ingrained behaviors which may have served a purpose for some time but no longer serve us. My passion is to help individuals through this time teaching them the tools needed to navigate their new paths.
The hardest part of our journey begins with the first step. Looking at your current circumstances you may understand that change needs to take place, but just lost at where to begin—I’ve been there. There comes a time in each of our lives where we can reflect. This reflection upon our lives is often never easy. It is like an arduous journey filled with hills and valleys. Sometimes this requires letting go of pent up emotions and ingrained behaviors which may have served a purpose for some time but no longer serve us. My passion is to help individuals through this time teaching them the tools needed to navigate their new paths.
Megan A Connell
Psychologist, PsyD, ABPP
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23456 (Online Only)
Your mind is racing, you feel overwhelmed and like you can barely hold it together. You feel the pressure of the expectations of others and live in constant dread of letting them down, or worse being discovered for being a fraud. Even in the quiet of the night your mind races with all the things you need to do, and is constantly worried about what you have forgotten, or who you may have let down. You feel powerless to change any of it.
Your mind is racing, you feel overwhelmed and like you can barely hold it together. You feel the pressure of the expectations of others and live in constant dread of letting them down, or worse being discovered for being a fraud. Even in the quiet of the night your mind races with all the things you need to do, and is constantly worried about what you have forgotten, or who you may have let down. You feel powerless to change any of it.
Karisma Graham
Pre-Licensed Professional, RIC
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23454 (Online Only)
Karisma Graham is a Resident Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC-R) with years of experience. She is passionate about assisting children, adolescents, adults and families from diverse backgrounds. Karisma specializes in depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, and much more.
Karisma Graham is a Resident Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC-R) with years of experience. She is passionate about assisting children, adolescents, adults and families from diverse backgrounds. Karisma specializes in depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, and much more.
Bianca R Augustine
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, CCTP, LPC
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the Commonwealth of Virginia and a certified clinical trauma professional (CCTP). I recognize that each of us have a unique set of strengths, as well as unique challenges. Sometimes it is helpful to get an outsider’s perspective and assistance to help us navigate life’s challenges and to assist us in steering our life in the desired direction. That’s where I come in! I provide collaborative therapy, in which we use your values and desires to develop a plan towards a more balanced, pleasant life!
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the Commonwealth of Virginia and a certified clinical trauma professional (CCTP). I recognize that each of us have a unique set of strengths, as well as unique challenges. Sometimes it is helpful to get an outsider’s perspective and assistance to help us navigate life’s challenges and to assist us in steering our life in the desired direction. That’s where I come in! I provide collaborative therapy, in which we use your values and desires to develop a plan towards a more balanced, pleasant life!
Laura Barrera
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23464 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Hi there! I am so glad you're are here! I understand that it can be frustrating and upsetting when things are not working like they used to. Feeling as if you have tried everything but still dealing with the same issues can leave you feeling hopeless, and the busy pace of life does not leave much time to heal. When feeling disconnected, reaching out for support and being honest about what you are going through makes you vulnerable and that is scary, but that is where I hope to be able to help you out.
Hi there! I am so glad you're are here! I understand that it can be frustrating and upsetting when things are not working like they used to. Feeling as if you have tried everything but still dealing with the same issues can leave you feeling hopeless, and the busy pace of life does not leave much time to heal. When feeling disconnected, reaching out for support and being honest about what you are going through makes you vulnerable and that is scary, but that is where I hope to be able to help you out.
Anne Karcher
Psychologist, PhD, CST
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Who would you be if you were all that you can be? The ability to be fully yourself, comfortable in your own skin, enjoying your relationships - these possibilities are in you, no matter how great the obstacles you have met in your life. I can help! I'm your coach, your consultant, your experienced mental health expert. Together we'll build on your strengths and grow your confidence to create lasting change. Warm, caring and knowledgeable...this is a safe, compassionate space to explore the difficult places and experiences in your life You can find healing and grow!
Who would you be if you were all that you can be? The ability to be fully yourself, comfortable in your own skin, enjoying your relationships - these possibilities are in you, no matter how great the obstacles you have met in your life. I can help! I'm your coach, your consultant, your experienced mental health expert. Together we'll build on your strengths and grow your confidence to create lasting change. Warm, caring and knowledgeable...this is a safe, compassionate space to explore the difficult places and experiences in your life You can find healing and grow!
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Erica Foreman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
Hello. Searching for someone to provide encouragement and support in tough seasons is not always easy. I’m grateful you stopped by my page, and I hope that I can assist you. I’ve been in the mental health field for seven years. I’m a licensed professional counselor and certified substance abuse counselor. I strive to help others better understand mental health and identify ways to enjoy life. I see individuals who present issues with trauma, depression, anxiety, substance use, grief, and anger. I also work closely with adolescents who present with ADHD, autism, conduct disorder, behavioral problems, and mental health issues.
Hello. Searching for someone to provide encouragement and support in tough seasons is not always easy. I’m grateful you stopped by my page, and I hope that I can assist you. I’ve been in the mental health field for seven years. I’m a licensed professional counselor and certified substance abuse counselor. I strive to help others better understand mental health and identify ways to enjoy life. I see individuals who present issues with trauma, depression, anxiety, substance use, grief, and anger. I also work closely with adolescents who present with ADHD, autism, conduct disorder, behavioral problems, and mental health issues.
Michelle De Rosa
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23452 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Are you suffering from anxiety, panic, or intrusive thoughts? Have you experienced traumatic events that are negatively affecting your life and relationships? Perhaps you are feeling misunderstood and confused by life events or emotional changes. Chronic illnesses and disabilities - both physical and psychological - can be isolating and difficult to cope with alone. Clients who see me are often struggling with these stressors, searching for relief and control over their lives. Counseling is challenging, but the results - and YOU - are worth it! I am your advocate for healing as we work together to meet your goals. I am your ally.
Are you suffering from anxiety, panic, or intrusive thoughts? Have you experienced traumatic events that are negatively affecting your life and relationships? Perhaps you are feeling misunderstood and confused by life events or emotional changes. Chronic illnesses and disabilities - both physical and psychological - can be isolating and difficult to cope with alone. Clients who see me are often struggling with these stressors, searching for relief and control over their lives. Counseling is challenging, but the results - and YOU - are worth it! I am your advocate for healing as we work together to meet your goals. I am your ally.
Sherry R Sigafoos
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT, LSATP, CSAC
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
"Enlightenment consists not merely in the seeing of luminous shapes and visions, but in making the darkness visible." (Carl Jung) Effective therapy is a dedicated collaborative partnership between an individual and therapist. Helpful therapists empower individuals to access their own inner emotional and spiritual wisdom, courage, strength and innate capacity for healing. It is the therapist's responsibility to offer insight and guidance so that one can grow to stand in their truth and set a clear course for change. Often this process must go deep to resolve hidden pain that has resurfaced in the form of symptoms.
"Enlightenment consists not merely in the seeing of luminous shapes and visions, but in making the darkness visible." (Carl Jung) Effective therapy is a dedicated collaborative partnership between an individual and therapist. Helpful therapists empower individuals to access their own inner emotional and spiritual wisdom, courage, strength and innate capacity for healing. It is the therapist's responsibility to offer insight and guidance so that one can grow to stand in their truth and set a clear course for change. Often this process must go deep to resolve hidden pain that has resurfaced in the form of symptoms.
Cara Ruth Weed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23455
As a trauma therapist (EMDR) and a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, (CSAT), I focus on both individual work and repairing broken relationships related to the impact of addiction and trauma. I have studied extensively with Pia Mellody since 1999, honing the skills necessary to work on trauma, codependency, love addiction and developmental immaturity. This groundbreaking work assists people who are either in recovery, have relationship issues or who just want to enhance the quality of their lives.
As a trauma therapist (EMDR) and a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, (CSAT), I focus on both individual work and repairing broken relationships related to the impact of addiction and trauma. I have studied extensively with Pia Mellody since 1999, honing the skills necessary to work on trauma, codependency, love addiction and developmental immaturity. This groundbreaking work assists people who are either in recovery, have relationship issues or who just want to enhance the quality of their lives.
Eeremene Piaro
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Hello! I'm a licensed professional therapist with four years of experience specializing in outpatient counseling. My practice encompasses working with children, adolescents, and adults dealing with various challenges, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, grief, trauma, autism spectrum disorder, LGBTQ+ issues, life stage transition difficulties, and other mental health disorders. Taking the initiative to pursue a more fulfilling and happier life requires courage, and I commend you for taking that first step towards change. I'm here to provide you with the support and empowerment you need on your journey.
Hello! I'm a licensed professional therapist with four years of experience specializing in outpatient counseling. My practice encompasses working with children, adolescents, and adults dealing with various challenges, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, grief, trauma, autism spectrum disorder, LGBTQ+ issues, life stage transition difficulties, and other mental health disorders. Taking the initiative to pursue a more fulfilling and happier life requires courage, and I commend you for taking that first step towards change. I'm here to provide you with the support and empowerment you need on your journey.
April Stone
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
Are you motivated to see change? Are you tired of the past ruling your life? Do want to stop barely making it? Relationships unfulfilling? Need a answer/diagnosis for what you experience? My clinical work integrates psychology, theology, and spirituality. I consider my counseling to be a ministry first. However, treatments will also include empirically based techniques and skill-building. I am a Level 1 and Level 2 Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. I also work with Trauma Focused Couples Counseling, Grief Therapy, and Dysfunctional family issues. I serve both Georgia and Virginia via video/phone sessions only.
Are you motivated to see change? Are you tired of the past ruling your life? Do want to stop barely making it? Relationships unfulfilling? Need a answer/diagnosis for what you experience? My clinical work integrates psychology, theology, and spirituality. I consider my counseling to be a ministry first. However, treatments will also include empirically based techniques and skill-building. I am a Level 1 and Level 2 Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. I also work with Trauma Focused Couples Counseling, Grief Therapy, and Dysfunctional family issues. I serve both Georgia and Virginia via video/phone sessions only.
Kerry Craymer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23454
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) dedicated to helping my clients foster growth and healing through a collaborative therapeutic relationship. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional certified through IATP (International Association of Trauma Professionals) and a Certified EMDR Clinician through EMDRIA (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing International Association). I specialize in helping clients work through anxiety, panic attacks, and trauma.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) dedicated to helping my clients foster growth and healing through a collaborative therapeutic relationship. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional certified through IATP (International Association of Trauma Professionals) and a Certified EMDR Clinician through EMDRIA (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing International Association). I specialize in helping clients work through anxiety, panic attacks, and trauma.
Bradford Stucki
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23462 (Online Only)
Accepting individual clients for online therapy. Do you catch yourself in never-ending thought loops that criticize your decisions or past mistakes–wondering if you’ll ever be enough? Have you found yourself thinking that others don't understand you? If so, you're not alone. Sometimes the past has a way of sticking in our brains and it is hard to let go. It may be time to get more support. I would love to see how I can help. When you work with me, you can expect to feel safe, understood, hopeful, and empowered. You can also expect to learn strategies to help you progress toward your relationship and mental wellness goals.
Accepting individual clients for online therapy. Do you catch yourself in never-ending thought loops that criticize your decisions or past mistakes–wondering if you’ll ever be enough? Have you found yourself thinking that others don't understand you? If so, you're not alone. Sometimes the past has a way of sticking in our brains and it is hard to let go. It may be time to get more support. I would love to see how I can help. When you work with me, you can expect to feel safe, understood, hopeful, and empowered. You can also expect to learn strategies to help you progress toward your relationship and mental wellness goals.
Faith Bray
Resident in Counseling, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23452 (Online Only)
Facing challenges in managing life's stressors, difficulties in communication, or struggling to connect with loved ones? If you're seeking support to explore your self-worth, understand core beliefs, and foster personal growth, I specialize in guiding individuals, families, and youth through these challenges. Whether you're navigating the complexities of helping you cope with anxiety in our changing world, self esteem, pregnancy, postpartum, or parenting, my therapy provides a pathway to self-discovery, coping strategies, healing, and overall personal growth..
Facing challenges in managing life's stressors, difficulties in communication, or struggling to connect with loved ones? If you're seeking support to explore your self-worth, understand core beliefs, and foster personal growth, I specialize in guiding individuals, families, and youth through these challenges. Whether you're navigating the complexities of helping you cope with anxiety in our changing world, self esteem, pregnancy, postpartum, or parenting, my therapy provides a pathway to self-discovery, coping strategies, healing, and overall personal growth..
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Virginia Beach, VA
1,000+
Average cost per session
$140
Therapists in Virginia Beach, VA who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
90% | Depression |
76% | Self Esteem |
73% | Coping Skills |
72% | Trauma and PTSD |
72% | Stress |
71% | Relationship Issues |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
75% | Aetna |
75% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
72% | Anthem | Elevance |
How Therapists in Virginia Beach, VA see their clients
61% | In Person and Online | |
39% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
86% | Female | |
13% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Virginia Beach?
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.