Find a therapist, counselor or psychologist in Virginia Beach, VA

Charles "Chad" Hatchel is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 7 years of experience in the mental health field. Chad specializes in working with clients who are experiencing depression and anxiety. He also works with couples who are having problems communicating with one another. His professional experience includes group and individual therapy, working with individuals ranging from ages 4 and up.

Chad completed his Bachelor of Science (BS) at Virginia Tech and his Master of Arts (MA) in Professional Counseling at Liberty University. He has also completed Resident Supervisor Training. Chad has lived in Lynchburg, VA for about 10 years. He currently supervises an emergency services department, where he and his staff specialize in crisis counseling. 

Gwendolyn Fisher is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has over 3 years of experience helping children and adults seeking help with depression, anxiety, psychotic disorders, bipolar, oppositional defiance, trauma, PTSD, family relationships, and crisis stabilization.  

Gwendolyn earned her Bachelor's degree from Virginia Wesleyan University and her Master's degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. Gwendolyn utilizes collaborative, positive regard, solutions-focused, cognitive behavioral (CBT), person-centered, mindfulness-based, and emotionally-focused approaches to meet clients where they are, and to promote a more meaningful life.

Gwendolyn seeks to empower clients by helping them meet the goals they desire in life. With her assistance, you'll begin recognizing that you are valuable while learning to live your best life—one day at a time. 

"As a husband and father surrounded by a community of military service members and their families, I understand the many and diverse challenges families, couples, and kids bear in their busy lives."

Michael Scott is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 14 years experience working in the mental health field. He has a passion for supporting families and children and is especially sensitive to the unique challenges of a military career. He has significant experience in and a passion for supporting military families and children in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Michael specializes in providing short-term, solution-focused support for individuals, couples, and families dealing with relationship issues, stress, depression, anxiety, adoption, adjustment and life's many unexpected turns.

Michael completed his master's degree in mental health counseling at Old Dominion University. He utilizes multiple treatment strategies, leaning heavily on a short-term, solution-focused approach to assist people in identifying issues and goals and supporting their work in achieving them.

It is hard to ask for help — harder still when dealing with life's unexpected events. Michael wants to make it easier by listening intently and supporting you in identifying solutions and strategies to overcome, cope with, and adjust to the issues that bring you to counseling.

"I believe the search for a therapist mirrors the dating world: frustrating at times but worth it when you find yourself a good one. Am I the one?"

Tedra is a master-level Clinical Social Worker at Thriveworks under licensed supervision. She holds over 5 years of experience across various roles within the human services field. In her career, she’s worked primarily with female clients with generalized/social anxiety, depression, ADD/ADHD, adjustment difficulties, childhood trauma, sexual trauma, low self-esteem, strained parent-child relationships, exposure to narcissistic abuse, and transitions to adulthood. Tedra earned her dual Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Human Services from Old Dominion University and her Master of Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University.

With her knowledge and experience, Tedra journeys alongside clients toward mental and emotional clarity. She weaves together clinical research and practice theory to create individualized treatment approaches. Her main approaches for treatment include a combination of internal family systems therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy, among other approaches.

Life doesn't come with an instruction manual, but it does come with the opportunity to have someone with extensive knowledge about the human psyche on your side. Tedra will remain dedicated to your growth and work to understand you. Schedule with her if you want someone who will hold you accountable and push you toward your goals at your own pace.

"As a surviving victim of trauma and child of a violent broken home, I understand the growing stress and emotions children have nowadays and needing a safe, open, and understanding place to be yourself."

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 has a great way of communicating and building trust and rapport quickly by involving the person's strengths and preferred activities. Kelly likes to use multiple approaches like person-centered play therapy, directed play therapy, sensory play, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, and trauma-focused CBT.

It takes a village nowadays. It's okay to not be okay. Everyone needs help at times. Kelly is here for support and comfort to help you achieve your goals and to be there for those rough times. She will be there with you every step of your journey. If you are interested and ready for your journey, schedule an appointment with Ms. Kelly.

"Therapy is a journey, not a destination. It is about learning and growing, and it is a process that never ends."

Maria Watters is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker-Supervisee (LCSW-S) with over 3 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping adolescents and adults address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. Maria specializes in anxiety, depression, PTSD, and trauma.

Maria completed her Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) at the University of Kentucky. She utilizes multiple treatment approaches including mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and solution-focused therapy (SFT).

Maria's personal and professional experience enables her to provide the guidance and support her clients are seeking. She is confident that she would be able to support you on your journey to gain new perspectives and techniques that allow you to cope with whatever you may be struggling with. If you are ready to do the work, schedule an appointment with her today.

"As a multi-ethnic black woman and a veteran of the U.S. Navy, I understand various perspectives from racial issues, trauma, sexuality, LGBT, and military."

Rossa Ridley is a Resident in Counseling and Qualified Mental Health Provider for adults in the state of Virginia. She has over 7 years of experience assisting adults that are seeking help with a variety of mental health issues, adjusting to life transitions, military-related issues, past incarceration, and relationship issues due to childhood trauma. 

Rossa completed her Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from ECPI University, a Master of Art in Professional Counseling (Mental Health Counseling) from South University, and an advanced degree of a Master of Philosophy in Forensic Psychology. She utilizes collaborative, strength-based, cognitive-behavioral, person-centered, mindfulness-based, and holistic-focused approaches within the therapeutic relationship. Rossa is also a veteran of the military which gives her the unique ability to adapt to the changing needs of those seeking help in the various transitions adults may have to maneuver in their daily lives.

Rossa strives to establish a nurturing and empathetic relationship with you to assist you with using your strengths to work through situations and/or stressors so that you can reach your goals. She believes in creating a rapport with you so that you are taking a key role in living the life you desire.

"Hi, I’m Julie. So glad to meet with you today! I hope we will do well working together! "

Julie Kramer has been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for the past 30 years, licensed in Missouri and now Virginia. Her clients of choice are between the ages of 20 to 65 years old. She enjoys working with individuals and couples. She has worked in alcoholism, codependency, dual diagnosis, marriage counseling, and as an OB/GYN with babies born positive for drugs. Every area can be rewarding or an area to learn from in order to increase your knowledge base.

Julie has a dual degree in Psychology and Sociology from Maryville University in St. Louis, MO, as well as a Master of Social Work from Washington University in St. Louis, MO. She has completed her clinicals to become an LCSW.

Julie’s goal for her clients is to help them through their journey with empathy, objectivity, time, and patience.

"As a 26-year-old male, I understand how difficult it can be to keep everything together, especially when life keeps coming at you. "

Aaron Mathews is a Licensed Resident in Counseling with 1 year of experience working with children, adolescents, and adult men. When considering his ideal client, he thinks of one he can collaboratively work with to help them cope with mental health issues including depression, anxiety, life purpose, and human connection.

Aaron completed his Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Regent University. He uses an integrative treatment approach, including existentialism, cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, Gestalt, and – most importantly – humanistic therapy, which places the client at the center of treatment.

Life’s challenges can leave us feeling attacked and vulnerable, even when we try to take one day at a time. Aaron will work with you to help you find strength within yourself and provide extra tools to armor yourself against life's difficulties. If you are ready for change, schedule an appointment with him today!

"Counseling is like a mirror, and my job is to pull out and reflect the qualities already within you for you to see more clearly."

Sydney Ferguson is a Licensed Professional Counselor Resident (LPC-R) with over 3 years of experience in the mental health field. She specializes in anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, women's issues, and work related stress.

Sydney completed her Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling at Old Dominion University. She utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy (PCT), and some existential therapy, as well. Sydney is excited to continue working with teens and adults.

If you are ready to make a change and learn to love yourself, schedule an appointment with Sydney today. She's ready to help you grow and heal.

Arianne Eichas is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has years of experience working in the Mental Health field. Arianne has worked with individuals and their families within the Department of Human Services, residential facilities, and intensive in-home therapy. Additionally, as a Master Level Clinician, Arianne has provided individual and group therapy to children, adolescents, adults, and couples with a variety of mental health concerns in outpatient settings during her residency. 

Arianne completed both her Bachelor of Science (BS) in Human Services and her Master of Science in Education (MSEd) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Old Dominion University. Her clinical areas of focus include: anxiety disorders, depression, life transitions/stressors, grief, relationship/family issues and marriage/couple difficulties.

She utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) to help treat individuals. Arianne understands the complexities of mental health and utilizes a variety of therapeutic techniques including person-centered, strength-based, and solution-focused approaches.

Arianne works with couples facing relationship challenges and can provide support in improving communication, connection, and conflict resolution skills. Arianne has worked with couples facing the aftermath of infidelity to repair their relationship and rebuild safety, security, and trust. Arianne utilizes a variety of therapeutic techniques and interventions from various therapeutic approaches including: The Gottman Method, Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) to support couples and their relationship needs. 

Arianne recognizes and appreciates the immense privilege it is to be a therapist. She seeks to establish a trusting relationship with each individual and to provide you with a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment to achieve your goals and to help with your overall mental health care. She is committed to helping her clients learn, change, and grow! Arianne is passionate about helping her clients live a life worth living! 

"As someone with lifelong experience in the faith community, I believe that when life brings the unexpected, you can draw on strengths you already possess and create sustaining hope to transform challenges into deep growth experiences. "

Rachel is an LPC with experience in hypnotherapy, neurofeedback, individual, and family therapy settings. Rachel has also worked extensively with high-risk children and adolescents and their families, providing life skills and stability for the family unit. She uses a holistic approach and enjoys working with clients who are facing anxiety, depression, identity crises, issues of faith, and more.

Rachel is a graduate of Regent University with a Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and holds a certificate in ARC (Attachment, Regulation, and Competency) Trauma Treatment for Children and Adolescents.

Rachel believes that every person possesses unique strengths and that there are no lost causes. It is her goal to assist clients in identifying and using their strengths to create meaningful goals, process life events, and establish lasting hope. Rachel is skilled at reframing and helping clients connect their experiences to a bigger picture, finding purpose and growth through unwelcome conflict and pain.

Growing pains are a natural part of therapy, and should be expected. Rachel values patience, flexibility, and above all respect in the therapy process, allowing the client to move at his or her own pace. Rachel will work tirelessly to help clients find the hope that belongs to them and achieve a higher quality of life through a deeper understanding of their personal values and strengths.

Hannah Maxwell is a Resident in Counseling in the state of Virginia with two years of clinical experience, including residential and outpatient therapy settings, and she has worked with adults seeking support for depression, anxiety, trauma, school and career-related stress, substance use, and issues often associated with LGBTQ+ identities. She is a strong ally, prioritizes advocating for clients both in session and in her community, and is committed to providing care with cultural humility.

Hannah uses a person-centered and strengths-based approach in therapy and works to create a collaborative relationship with clients. She utilizes psychoeducation, mindfulness, and narrative therapy techniques to help clients create the change they wish to see in their lives. She focuses on providing individualized care, with an understanding that effective therapeutic care looks different from person to person.

Hannah believes in being flexible, authentic, and creative in supporting clients to achieve their goals, and acknowledges the effects that unjust cultural systems have on an individual’s development. The process of sharing our inner experience and reflecting on our patterns can feel vulnerable, and she aims to create a safe space that guarantees empathy and respect.

"Through mutual trust, respect and transparency, I find working collaboratively with clients lends to more meaningful connections and results for them."

Lily Flynn is a Resident in Counseling (RIC) with more than 3 years of experience working with adults and seniors who are seeking help in coping with trauma, anxiety, depression, LGBTQIA+ issues, self-care, stress, ADHD, and much more. 

She graduated with honors from the University of Florida with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and earned her Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Old Dominion University. Her clinical approach includes a collaborative effort with the client actively participating to create an attainable treatment plan. 

She focuses on strength and evidence-based interventions to encourage empowerment and help the client develop appropriate coping skills. She looks forward to building therapeutic relationships and joining the client on their journey through treatment.

"I want my clients to know that their story is important and give them empathy and hope that things can get better."

Dr. Patricia Colby is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 37 years of experience working as a mental health professional. She specializes in treating adults and seniors who are suffering from concerns or conditions related to addiction, anxiety, depression, career issues, divorce, eating disorders, stress, pregnancy, prenatal and postpartum-related issues, low self-esteem, sexual abuse, substance use, trauma, and PTSD. 

Dr. Colby completed her Master’s degree in Community Clinical Psychology from Norfolk State University and received her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, with an emphasis on Depth Psychology, from Pacifica Graduate Institute. Additionally, she has completed a two-year course as a healing prayer minister which blends the practice of Psychology and Spirituality. 

Dr. Colby looks forward to hearing your story. She is eager to help you explore your experiences and to walk through your healing with you. She has worked with individuals in inpatient, residential, and outpatient treatment settings. Dr. Colby provides a supportive, non-judgmental space where you're able to express yourself and find healing. If you're ready to work with Dr. Colby, reach out to schedule an appointment today.

"As a mental health counselor for over 10 years and a national presenter on mental health, I can help you achieve your goals through practical and simple ways to improve how you feel, manage stress, relationships, boundaries, parenting strategies, and work-life balance. "

Andrea Marie Zavitz is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 16 years of experience in the mental health field including 11 as a counselor. Over the years, Andrea has helped thousands of individuals and families get through tough times, make decisions, feel successful, improve their mood, daily lives, and interactions. From the therapy session to the classroom, to speaking at conferences, Andrea provides confidential therapy, coaching, and consultation with individuals, families, and couples, on a variety of mental health concerns and topics. Her experience includes working with individuals of different careers, backgrounds, and cultures. 

Andrea completed her Bachelor of Science (BS) in Human Services and her Master of Science (MS) in Professional Counseling at Southeastern University and Troy University. She has also completed a Master of Business Administration (MBA). Andrea is a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and Youth Mental Health First Aid Instructor who has training in eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), Feeling State Addiction Protocol, Trauma Attachment Protocol, Crisis Stabilization Protocol, and Suicide and Threat Assessment. With a varied background herself, Andrea has a unique viewpoint on understanding and relating to her clients and their situations. For example, as a wife of a retired military veteran, she understands the daily demands faced by military and expat families. Andrea's superpowers include listening, empathizing, and working to understand each person's difficulties and situation to provide personalized therapy solutions. 

Struggling with stress? Worried about the future? Is it affecting your daily life, your health? It's time to lighten the load. Andrea has specialized training to help you create an individualized coping plan that is practical and personalized based on your situation. Feeling stuck and overwhelmed? Using cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Andrea will utilize evidence-based techniques to assist you and your family. Whether your goals are feeling calm, managing stress, learning how not to let things “get to you”, or moving on from a painful experience, Andrea is the therapist who will partner with you in achieving your goals.