Photo of Zephyr Acosta-Lewis, Pre-Licensed Professional in Richmond, VA
Zephyr Acosta-Lewis
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23229
I am passionate about supporting clients experiencing life transitions and serious mental health challenges in understanding their inner experience, navigating their trauma, and celebrating and reinforcing their strengths with a collaborative approach. I particularly enjoy working with teenagers, young adults, and families, folks with expansive experiences of gender and sexuality, neurodiversity, and those with histories of housing instability, complex trauma, and dissociative symptoms.
I am passionate about supporting clients experiencing life transitions and serious mental health challenges in understanding their inner experience, navigating their trauma, and celebrating and reinforcing their strengths with a collaborative approach. I particularly enjoy working with teenagers, young adults, and families, folks with expansive experiences of gender and sexuality, neurodiversity, and those with histories of housing instability, complex trauma, and dissociative symptoms.
(804) 429-1796 View (804) 429-1796
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Angela K Waggoner
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, NCC, VA LPC, LA LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23235  (Online Only)
Dr. Waggoner has a passion for working with individuals and couples who struggle with trauma, crisis, suicidal ideation, self-harm, abuse (physical, emotional, mental, sexual, spiritual), and complex trauma. She also works with the grief, loss, depression, and anxiety that stems from these issues.
Dr. Waggoner has a passion for working with individuals and couples who struggle with trauma, crisis, suicidal ideation, self-harm, abuse (physical, emotional, mental, sexual, spiritual), and complex trauma. She also works with the grief, loss, depression, and anxiety that stems from these issues.
(281) 712-2967 View (281) 712-2967
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Lowery Coaching & Consulting Services, LLC
QMHP-A, QMHP-C , CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23232
The mission of Lowery Coaching & Consulting Services, LLC is to cultivate and create a coaching atmosphere that will help individuals identify the desires of their lives without continual contemplation. As your professional life coach, I desire to help you bridge the gap between your reality and the visionary plan you have for your life. I specialize in clinical, spiritual, and holistic life coaching. I am committed to serving diverse populations of adolescents and adults across all genders, races, ethnicities, and socioeconomic statuses. Offering personal, parenting/family, confidence, transitional, and Christian coaching.
The mission of Lowery Coaching & Consulting Services, LLC is to cultivate and create a coaching atmosphere that will help individuals identify the desires of their lives without continual contemplation. As your professional life coach, I desire to help you bridge the gap between your reality and the visionary plan you have for your life. I specialize in clinical, spiritual, and holistic life coaching. I am committed to serving diverse populations of adolescents and adults across all genders, races, ethnicities, and socioeconomic statuses. Offering personal, parenting/family, confidence, transitional, and Christian coaching.
(804) 207-7513 View (804) 207-7513
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Norma M Murdoch-Kitt
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23227
I like to work with clients who genuinely want to improve their lives and are willing to devote time and effort in order to achieve permanent change.
I like to work with clients who genuinely want to improve their lives and are willing to devote time and effort in order to achieve permanent change.
(804) 684-1958 View (804) 684-1958
Photo of McKenzie Casad, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Richmond, VA
McKenzie Casad
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23220
In all forms, relationships are a guiding part of our lives and directly impact how we live. My practice is guided by psychodynamic/psychoanalytic theory, and I believe therapist and client thinking together creates insight and deeper understanding, which allows you to learn about your inner world. As you come to know yourself, a positive space opens up to afford you an opportunity to grow, evolve, and flourish. As a psychoanalyst I have studied for many years including infant and young child observational studies, my clinical experience includes trauma, depression, anxiety, interpersonal relationships, and life-changing events.
In all forms, relationships are a guiding part of our lives and directly impact how we live. My practice is guided by psychodynamic/psychoanalytic theory, and I believe therapist and client thinking together creates insight and deeper understanding, which allows you to learn about your inner world. As you come to know yourself, a positive space opens up to afford you an opportunity to grow, evolve, and flourish. As a psychoanalyst I have studied for many years including infant and young child observational studies, my clinical experience includes trauma, depression, anxiety, interpersonal relationships, and life-changing events.
(757) 553-2780 View (757) 553-2780
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Rashika N Wallace Lcsw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23231
Owner and clinician of Renewal Counseling & Consulting, LLC. I am a Licensed therapist who enjoys working with individuals, families, groups and couples. I have over 16 years counseling experience specializing in depression, anxiety, grief, and stress. I have a passion for working with young adult females. I treat the whole person, not their symptoms or circumstances in a safe and comfortable space. I specialize in depression, anxiety, grief and stress. I have a passion for working young adult females.
Owner and clinician of Renewal Counseling & Consulting, LLC. I am a Licensed therapist who enjoys working with individuals, families, groups and couples. I have over 16 years counseling experience specializing in depression, anxiety, grief, and stress. I have a passion for working with young adult females. I treat the whole person, not their symptoms or circumstances in a safe and comfortable space. I specialize in depression, anxiety, grief and stress. I have a passion for working young adult females.
(804) 681-7305 View (804) 681-7305
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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.
(804) 889-2396 View (804) 889-2396
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Terri Walker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23225
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.
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.
(804) 442-7396 View (804) 442-7396
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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.
(804) 552-6848 View (804) 552-6848
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Letitia D Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23226  (Online Only)
Lets talk! The practice focus is person centered, strengths based, and focuses on personal growth and working together in a supportive setting to facilitate a patient’s journey towards empowerment evolution of self and living their best version of their life.
Lets talk! The practice focus is person centered, strengths based, and focuses on personal growth and working together in a supportive setting to facilitate a patient’s journey towards empowerment evolution of self and living their best version of their life.
(804) 269-8390 View (804) 269-8390
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Tameka Adebayo - Comprehensive Clinical Solutions
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23220  (Online Only)
Ms. Adebayo served in the United States Army before retiring at the rank of 1SG (E-8). She's a graduate of the University of Southern California where she received her Master of Social Work with a concentration in Adult Mental Health and Wellness and holds a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice. As a Master Level Clinical Social Worker, she is deeply committed to serving individuals, families, and couples in their mental health and wellness journey. She continues to have strong counseling abilities, helping clients recognize and identify behavioral patterns, troubling emotions, and thoughts.
Ms. Adebayo served in the United States Army before retiring at the rank of 1SG (E-8). She's a graduate of the University of Southern California where she received her Master of Social Work with a concentration in Adult Mental Health and Wellness and holds a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice. As a Master Level Clinical Social Worker, she is deeply committed to serving individuals, families, and couples in their mental health and wellness journey. She continues to have strong counseling abilities, helping clients recognize and identify behavioral patterns, troubling emotions, and thoughts.
(703) 291-8339 View (703) 291-8339
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Counseling Alliance of VA, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23294
The Counseling Alliance of Virginia believes everyone has the capacity to live a healthy and productive life when offered the support they deserve.
The Counseling Alliance of Virginia believes everyone has the capacity to live a healthy and productive life when offered the support they deserve.
(804) 808-1424 View (804) 808-1424
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John D Boyd
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP, ABPH
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23230
Entering psychotherapy is one of the most important decisions a person can make in life, requiring courage, humility and a powerful desire to resolve one's difficulties and become the person you want to be. I know because I've done it several times! It is a privilege to join with you in a collaborative process of unlocking your inner resources and reaching your personal goals. I intend to earn your trust, make you feel comfortable and offer a personalized approach to psychotherapy. Please visit my website to learn more about me. (johnboydphd.com)
Entering psychotherapy is one of the most important decisions a person can make in life, requiring courage, humility and a powerful desire to resolve one's difficulties and become the person you want to be. I know because I've done it several times! It is a privilege to join with you in a collaborative process of unlocking your inner resources and reaching your personal goals. I intend to earn your trust, make you feel comfortable and offer a personalized approach to psychotherapy. Please visit my website to learn more about me. (johnboydphd.com)
(434) 374-7319 View (434) 374-7319
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Painted Bird Psychotherapy LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CMCC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23225  (Online Only)
Are you struggling with something and do not know where to turn? Are current issues with career, relationships, finances keeping you stuck? Perhaps, it’s buried deeper in your past and you need the positive space to process and ultimately heal. Whatever you are having difficulty moving through, we are committed to providing you with the nonjudgmental, empathetic and caring therapeutic intervention that you seek. Highly trained in complex trauma, depression and anxiety disorders. we utilize a humanistic and whole person approach which utilizes a tailored treatment plan dependent on your individual needs. Call for free consultation.
Are you struggling with something and do not know where to turn? Are current issues with career, relationships, finances keeping you stuck? Perhaps, it’s buried deeper in your past and you need the positive space to process and ultimately heal. Whatever you are having difficulty moving through, we are committed to providing you with the nonjudgmental, empathetic and caring therapeutic intervention that you seek. Highly trained in complex trauma, depression and anxiety disorders. we utilize a humanistic and whole person approach which utilizes a tailored treatment plan dependent on your individual needs. Call for free consultation.
(757) 600-6613 View (757) 600-6613
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Roderick A. Hampton II
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23230  (Online Only)
Wellness has been defined as a way of life oriented toward optimal health and well-being in which body, mind, and spirit are integrated to live more fully within the human and natural community. Ideally, it is the optimum state of health and well-being that each individual is capable of achieving. When working together in counseling, I perceive one’s thoughts are related to their feelings and reactions to events, not the events themselves. Counseling sessions are individualized to meet the unique needs of each client.
Wellness has been defined as a way of life oriented toward optimal health and well-being in which body, mind, and spirit are integrated to live more fully within the human and natural community. Ideally, it is the optimum state of health and well-being that each individual is capable of achieving. When working together in counseling, I perceive one’s thoughts are related to their feelings and reactions to events, not the events themselves. Counseling sessions are individualized to meet the unique needs of each client.
(804) 258-6027 View (804) 258-6027
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Dr. Darlise Baron
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW-QS, CAP, CHT, CST
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23232
Greetings! My name is Dr. Darlise Baron, I am the CEO of Baron Counseling Services LLC. I have been in the field of Social Work for over 23 years. I earned my doctorate degree in Sexology, Licensed clinical social worker, Certified Addiction Professional and a certified Hypnotherapist. In addition, I specialize in hypnosis, anger management, substance abuse, domestic violence, parenting, family issues, relationship concerns, grief counseling and struggles with everyday living. I provide services to Children, Adults, Families, Couples, Veterans, First Responders, LGBTQ+, and Celebrities.
Greetings! My name is Dr. Darlise Baron, I am the CEO of Baron Counseling Services LLC. I have been in the field of Social Work for over 23 years. I earned my doctorate degree in Sexology, Licensed clinical social worker, Certified Addiction Professional and a certified Hypnotherapist. In addition, I specialize in hypnosis, anger management, substance abuse, domestic violence, parenting, family issues, relationship concerns, grief counseling and struggles with everyday living. I provide services to Children, Adults, Families, Couples, Veterans, First Responders, LGBTQ+, and Celebrities.
(786) 574-3468 View (786) 574-3468
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Trasie Marie Phillips
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, EAP
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23225  (Online Only)
Private pay sessions for 60$ dollars, couples 75$, I take most insurance and the insurance I accept is increasing. I have experience of over 35 years expert professional, licensed in 3 states, CA, VA and WA. Currently in the Wash DC area on assignment with the DOD working with Military Families and providing therapy virtually to clients in California and Washington State. I'm a certified expert provider in CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, Drug and Alcohol Recovery, Family Dynamics and specialist and a DOD consult in Combat, childhood trauma, PTSD Psychotherapy. I also provided Christian counseling upon request.
Private pay sessions for 60$ dollars, couples 75$, I take most insurance and the insurance I accept is increasing. I have experience of over 35 years expert professional, licensed in 3 states, CA, VA and WA. Currently in the Wash DC area on assignment with the DOD working with Military Families and providing therapy virtually to clients in California and Washington State. I'm a certified expert provider in CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, Drug and Alcohol Recovery, Family Dynamics and specialist and a DOD consult in Combat, childhood trauma, PTSD Psychotherapy. I also provided Christian counseling upon request.
(540) 386-1336 View (540) 386-1336
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Deidre W Whittle
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, RPT-S, LMHP, PLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23223
My PURPOSE is to utilize my spiritual, academic, and personal experiences to empower and enrich the lives of others, through a counseling or coaching relationships
My PURPOSE is to utilize my spiritual, academic, and personal experiences to empower and enrich the lives of others, through a counseling or coaching relationships
(804) 505-2593 View (804) 505-2593
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Pamela Parker Siegel
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23220
I teach you how to help your Self by strengthening your awareness, esteem and power skills. Using a rapid insight tool, you will be able to “see” your emotional process and become an active manager of your emotions, thoughts and choices through your self-relationship. You will learn to understand and interpret your emotional pain, which actually illuminates unmet emotional needs. I will guide you in developing enough awareness and emotional competence to make intentional and informed choices, creating emotional balance and well-being. You meet your own emotional needs with healthy supply while internalizing resilience.
I teach you how to help your Self by strengthening your awareness, esteem and power skills. Using a rapid insight tool, you will be able to “see” your emotional process and become an active manager of your emotions, thoughts and choices through your self-relationship. You will learn to understand and interpret your emotional pain, which actually illuminates unmet emotional needs. I will guide you in developing enough awareness and emotional competence to make intentional and informed choices, creating emotional balance and well-being. You meet your own emotional needs with healthy supply while internalizing resilience.
(434) 208-1706 View (434) 208-1706
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Heather Hunt: My Deaf Therapy
Psychologist, PhD, LLC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23220  (Online Only)
The decision to seek out a therapist is an important first step towards positively addressing conflicts, managing distress, and learning to cope with negative or overwhelming feelings. Our team of therapists bring years of therapy experience. We work with children, adolescents, adults, and families who are Deaf or come from Deaf families (includes hearing family/friends who sign). We provide a supportive, nurturing environment. We use a multimodal approach incorporating mind-body therapies with evidence-based treatments. We also offer forensic-clinical services and applied behavior analysis treatment.
The decision to seek out a therapist is an important first step towards positively addressing conflicts, managing distress, and learning to cope with negative or overwhelming feelings. Our team of therapists bring years of therapy experience. We work with children, adolescents, adults, and families who are Deaf or come from Deaf families (includes hearing family/friends who sign). We provide a supportive, nurturing environment. We use a multimodal approach incorporating mind-body therapies with evidence-based treatments. We also offer forensic-clinical services and applied behavior analysis treatment.
(240) 575-2203 View (240) 575-2203
Dissociative Disorders (DID) Therapists

How does therapy for dissociative disorders work?

Dissociation may be triggered by stress or other upsetting circumstances, and therapy can address the traumatic events at the core of an individual’s dissociation. Understanding why a person may dissociate can help the therapist and the individual come up with alternative methods of coping. A person with a dissociative disorder may get stuck on negative thinking, for example, and treatment like Cognitive behavioral therapy is a gold standard for breaking such thinking. And dialectical behavior therapy, for example, can help a person manage their anguish through better emotion regulation.

Which therapies are best for dissociative disorders?

Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, psychodynamic, schema therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapies are two widely used therapies that can help individuals with painful memories and past traumas. These therapies work to integrate an individual's different identities into one person.

Are there specific medications for dissociation?

There are no specific medications prescribed for dissociative disorders. However, psychosis, depression, anxiety, and/or panic often co-occur in dissociative disorders. A psychiatrist may prescribe medications for any accompanying symptom—which may include antipsychotics like aripiprazole, antidepressants like selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or anti-anxiety drugs like benzodiazepines.

How often and how long are therapy sessions?

Like any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Patients may see improvement within 15 to 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, perhaps, a six-month period. There are still other patients, especially those who have co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety, who may need to continue sessions for up to 12 to 18 months.