I have a comforting, supportive, and personable style. Sitting with me feels like a natural conversation with collective and meaningful exploration and discovery.

I strive to create a space where clients feel accepted and understood, no matter their thoughts, feelings, or experiences. My goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment.

Are you experiencing a wide range of emotions? Are you going thru a difficult transition at this time in your life and find it hard to get your needs met? These experiences can cause anxiety and or depression. Sometimes it helps to talk to someone who can give you some much-needed empathy, offer some insight and and relate to what you are going through. I am willing to guide you through the storm and assist you with finding some peace of mind. I am a Psychotherapist specializing in transition issues, anxiety, depression, and relationship conflict, as well as codependents involved in a narcissistic relationship. My philosophy is to meet my clients where they are using an eclectic approach and to help them understand their behavior patterns, gain insight into their past and current challenges and help them feel empowered in their daily life. I am also a Life Coach focusing on transformation, self-esteem and self-sabotage, mind-body balance and productivity. Change is hard. Chronic stress can sneak up on you. I've been there too. If you are feeling overwhelmed or unsure of the next step to take, don't hesitate to reach out for a lifeline. You don't have to stay anxious and or depressed. Therapy and coaching have been around for a long time. An abundance of clinical research shows they are a proven method of helping to create change, positivity and, most importantly, a meaningful life.

I provide short- and longer-term treatment by collaborating with clients to determine an approach that best meets their needs. SPECIALTIES: anxiety, depression, racial trauma, family conflict, LGBTQ challenges, parent-child relational issues, foster care, aging milestones, and parenting and divorce with high-conflict personalities. MODALITIES: cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), and brief solution-focused therapy. I have over 10 years of professional experience working with individuals and families involved in the child welfare and juvenile justice systems, as well as adult and aging services, and I provide individual and family counseling. I received a B.A. in Radio and Television from The George Washington University and spent 17 years in the television industry (C-SPAN, Fox News, Al Jazeera English, and the Discovery Channel). I have an MSW from Virginia Commonwealth University, and I began my social work career with foster care families before working with older adults.

When we feel stuck in our lives, for weeks, or years, it can take a toll on us in ways we may not see. Time passes and we don't feel any further in our life. We're left feeling exhausted and alone in our pain. My name is Ryan, and I provide therapy for people who are looking to break free. Whether it's poor relationships, anxiety, depression, substance or process addictions, trauma, or a desire to deepen their connection with others, I help my clients find strength, flexibility, and compassion, returning themselves to the feeling of being whole. My job is to guide you through the things that have been holding you back in your life. I'm experienced in both modern and historical approaches; psychodynamic, attachment-based, internal family systems, addiction, and psychosynthesis. Regardless of the style of therapy, I specialize in creating safe holding for exploring emotional depth and healing.

Karion completed his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and his Master’s in Mental Health Counseling at Old Dominion University. He utilizes multiple approaches to counseling, such as strength-based, cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, and person-centered. Karion does well with maintaining flexibility and awareness throughout each session to help him to meet the needs of each individual that he works with.

Katie Amar is a Licensed Professional Counselor Resident with 1 year of experience. She specializes in helping individuals navigate anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, childhood and sexual trauma, life changes, identity conflicts, and religion-related concerns. Katie enjoys working with older adolescents and young adults to explore the roots of what they’re going through. She is most familiar with counseling female clients, but welcomes individuals of all genders. Katie fosters strong connections through empathy, compassion, and authenticity, creating a safe, supportive space where individuals feel truly heard.

Ann “Lisa” Peralta is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia with over 34 years of experience providing clinical assessment and therapeutic care to adults seeking help with a variety of issues. These issues include substance use challenges, stress, depression, and anxiety, to name a few.

Bryan Hunsley is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia with five years of experience working alongside children, adolescents, adults, and couples seeking help with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, substance abuse, and crisis intervention.

I am a doctoral level, licensed clinical psychologist. My practice has been located in Norfolk, Virginia for over 10 years. My expertise is in the areas of psychological evaluations, mental health diagnoses and therapeutic techniques. For psychological evaluations, I utilize a large collection of tests to assess the specific mental health areas requested by the client. After an intake, each client can choose which tests heshe would like to have administered. This can include assessment for intelligence, psychoticism, trauma, ADHD, mood disorders, personality, anger, memory, achievement, behavioral problems, adaptive functioning, etc. All testing is followed by a professional, diagnostic report. For therapy, I conduct individual therapy only. I see adults of any age and children over the age of ten. However, when a child is the client, parents will be included in occasional sessions to ensure that the therapeutic practices are generalized to the home environment. My therapeutic specialties include all mood disorders, at-risk youth and psychoticism. I am a Christian and welcome the opportunity to discuss spiritual matters with my clients. However, this is based only on the comfort level of the client.

Life can sometimes feel unpredictable. Plans you've made have fallen through, people you've relied on seem to be too busy to help, and everyday tasks keep piling up. My approach to therapy is focused on helping clients create realistic goals that support the lifestyle they desire. Therapy is more than talking; it's an opportunity to process and explore, in a judgment-free space, in order to build upon strengths and identify areas ready for change. I take a collaborative approach, helping you clarify goals, understand what’s getting in the way, and develop meaningful steps toward lasting growth. My focus is to guide you through periods of transition, strengthen your coping skills, and address behaviors that may be holding you back. I have been working from a client-centered, integrative approach for over 20 years. I focus on creating a nonjudgmental and collaborative relationship with my clients that promotes healthy communication and steady progress towards wellness goals. My approach draws from my training in cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and family systems therapy. Together, we can help you gain deeper understanding of yourself and develop the skills you need to improve overall health and wellness.

April Gardner is a Resident in Counseling with four years of experience. She works with adults, and their loved ones, who are dealing with a variety of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, posttraumatic stress (PTSD), panic, borderline personality, bipolar, and schizophrenia and related conditions. April also has experience working with incarcerated individuals and with addiction-related concerns. She has worked in settings including hospice care, bereavement, community mental health, inpatient hospitals, emergency services, and private practice.