My communication style is very calming towards my clients during therapy.
My communication style is very calming towards my clients during therapy.
I seek to set a calm and inviting environment where individuals can feel safety and trust. I join with my patients and look for solutions that they are motivated to try. I hope to have each person leave a visit with plan to immediately address the problems and concerns they present as primary.
We are a group of professional Christian counselors who specialize in EMDR.
I am a Resident in Counseling in Virginia with three years of experience, supporting women and children navigating anxiety, intrusive thoughts, depression, and major life transitions. Whether you’re adjusting to motherhood, shifting roles, or feeling emotionally overwhelmed, I help clients feel grounded, confident, and connected to themselves again. My approach centers on creating a safe, compassionate space where healing feels manageable and growth feels possible, so clients can reconnect with clarity and balance in their everyday lives.
Paula O’Leary is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia who has worked in the mental health field for 15 years in a variety of settings, including outpatient, school, community-based, residential, hospital, and correctional settings.
Meredith Golob is a Licensed Professional Counselor with an extensive history of working with children, adults, and families dealing with depression, anxiety, crises, life challenges, and trauma. She is a firm believer in creating a mutually respectful and trusting therapeutic relationship to support clients in reaching their goals.
Bailey Doggett is a Resident in Counseling in Virginia with two years of experience in the mental health field. She helps children and young adults who are struggling with behavioral issues, family conflict, life transitions, trauma, and grief. Bailey also has a background in sport and exercise psychology and is deeply committed to supporting individuals dealing with performance anxiety. She has worked alongside coaches and trainers at National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I athletics programs to support athletes and their families.
Anna "Mitzi" Drummond is a resident in counseling (RIC) with over 30 years of experience in the mental health field. She works with diverse adult populations, specializing in substance use, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, women's issues, and more.
Nessalyn Dearce is a Resident in Counseling in Virginia with experience providing mental health services to children and adults seeking help with depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, chronic illness, and stress management. Nessalyn is LGBTQIA+ affirming and works to maintain multicultural awareness in session. She completed her Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology at Christopher Newport University and her Master of Science (MS) in Education in Counseling at Old Dominion University.
Hui-Chen Wong is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia. Ms. Wong received her bachelor’s degree in psychology and social welfare, and her master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling from Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Virginia.
One of my favorite quotes is: "Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away." To me, life is a journey. There will be many bumps, bruises, and obstacles along the way. That's okay. It's how you overcome those hurdles that count. Some need more assistance than others on this journey, and that's okay too. My approach is to promote healing and personal growth and development along this journey called life. I do not claim to have all of the answers. I believe that everyone is the expert of their own lives. My role is to assist you with getting out of your own way and discovering the path that you want to follow.
My communication style is warm, empathetic, and collaborative. I strive to create a safe and supportive environment during sessions, where clients feel comfortable expressing themselves without judgment. Working with me feels like engaging in a partnership focused on understanding and personal growth, fostering open dialogue and trust throughout the therapeutic process.
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