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As an African-American female, I understand the presenting issues of financial and racial disparity, cultural bias, and intergener...
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As an African-American female, I understand the presenting issues of financial and racial disparity, cultural bias, and intergenerational issues.
Vanessa Johnson is an LPC and Certified Substance Use Counselor for the Commonwealth of Virginia. Vanessa offers over 30 years of experience in helping individuals with physical, emotional, and mental health challenges including depression, anxiety, and substance use. She has worked as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor and a Certified Substance Use Counselor with the Commonwealth of Virginia. She is also an Ordained Minister experienced in pastoral counseling.
Vanessa facilitates the growth experience for her clients using strength-based, cognitive-behavioral, and reality counseling to assist her clients with the issues they are presenting. She is compassionate and respects the individuality and cultural backgrounds of her clients. Vanessa has the ability to establish a healthy rapport with her clients, understanding it takes courage to ask for help.
“I believe counseling is a partnership with the counselor and client striving to achieve a healthy life purpose for self,” says Vanessa.
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Premarital counseling is a type of therapy that helps couples prepare for and build a happy, successful marriage. Premarital therapists at Thriveworks in Richmond, VA can help couples develop essential communication skills, identify potential conflict areas, and learn how to manage their specific relationship issues.
When you and your partner begin premarital counseling, your counselor will want to get to know you both as well as your relationship. In order to accomplish this, they will ask questions around the following:
If there is a particular area that they feel needs to be explored further (for example, you note that you and your partner have very different spending habits and views on money), they’ll guide the conversation in the given direction.
Premarital counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and through Online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you and your partner.
Generally speaking, Thriveworks premarital counseling in Richmond typically lasts for 8-10 weeks. This, however, can vary depending on the counselor’s approach as well as the clients’ preferences and needs. For example, some couples might request additional sessions to work through problem areas that they’ve identified in their relationship pre-wedding.
If you and your fiancé (or significant other) are interested in premarital counseling, consider working with a premarital counselor at Thriveworks Richmond, VA (Shockoe Bottom). Even if you and your partner feel completely ready for marriage, your premarital counselor can help you build a healthy relationship that can stand the tests of time.
Call us today at (804) 980-7242 to schedule a premarital counseling appointment or schedule an appointment online to get started.
Premarital counseling is the place to discuss issues or future concerns in a relationship, of which might include:
If you’re newly engaged, or you and your partner are considering the prospect of marriage, consider working with a professional premarital counselor at Thriveworks Richmond, VA (Shockoe Bottom). They can help you prepare your relationship for the next level commitment.
The main mission at Thriveworks is to help people live happy and successful lives. For many people, that means building and maintaining a happy, healthy relationship that feels like home. We can help you build a strong foundation for your marriage. Give us a call at (804) 980-7242 to schedule an appointment with a Thriveworks Richmond, VA (Shockoe Bottom) premarital counselor, or get started online with our booking portal.
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