I provide a safe, non-biased, and non-judgmental environment. My work is client-centered so that the therapeutic relationship is productive and developmental.

In my personal life, I enjoy laughter, therefore you can expect humor in our sessions when appropriate. I communicate in a kind, yet direct manner. I aim to create the same healthy space I encourage you to create with others outside of sessions. You can expect me to ask your thoughts, feelings, and experiences because the session is about you! While this is a no-judgment zone, this is a space for accountability.

I am a Resident in Counseling with two years of experience in the mental health field in Virginia. I work with children, adolescents, and adults who are navigating depression, anxiety, grief and loss, addiction, anger, and other emotional and behavioral challenges. I believe every client has the capacity for growth and healing, and I approach therapy with respect, curiosity, and encouragement.

Sophia Strydom is a Supervisee in Clinical Social Work and has over 15 years of experience in the mental health field. She supports adults and families dealing with depression, anxiety, borderline personality challenges, attention-deficit hyperactivity (ADHD), loss and grief, stress, relationship stress, coping skills, life changes, posttraumatic stress (PTSD), abuse, and trauma.

Shanita King-Miller is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Supervisee who is passionate about promoting self-efficacy, resilience, and positive change. She was inspired to study social work after working in hospital settings with people from various backgrounds. Shanita supports people who are dealing with anxiety, stress, depression, anger, and building coping skills.

As your therapist and coach, my focus is to assist you in overcoming the stuck points in your life and embracing the possibilities ahead. I draw from an eclectic set of approaches, including grief and loss specialization, trauma-informed therapy, DBT, CBT, ACT, and relational healing to support you on your healing journey. Transform your life by releasing the hold your past has on your present and future. I emphasize the importance of your overall wellness, the strength found in community, and the importance of setting healthy boundaries in all your relationships. My approach is relaxed, warm, welcoming, and nonjudgmental, ensuring a space where you can truly be yourself.

Are you feeling worn down by a mind that won’t slow down—racing thoughts, replaying conversations, or emotions that keep pulling you back into anxiety, sadness, or anger? You may function well on the outside, yet inside feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to change what keeps repeating. Therapy with me focuses on understanding—not fixing—so real change can begin from the inside out. We slow things down and look at what’s happening beneath the surface: how your thoughts, emotions, and nervous system are responding, and how old patterns may still be shaping your present. From there, we work toward practical shifts—helping you respond differently, feel more grounded, and regain a sense of steadiness in your daily life. I am the founder of Brave Within Counseling, a group practice built on trauma-informed, compassionate care. Our team is made up of clinicians with their own areas of focus, including trauma and EMDR therapy, ADHD, sleep-related concerns, and specific diagnoses and symptom patterns. Most of our counselors are EMDR-trained, allowing us to offer depth-oriented trauma work alongside practical, skills-based support. When you reach out, we take care to match you with a counselor whose specialty best fits what you’re going through. Whether you work directly with me or with one of our clinicians, you can expect care that is thoughtful, collaborative, and paced with respect for your readiness. At Brave Within Counseling, we focus on helping you understand yourself more clearly, reduce internal struggle, and move forward with greater confidence and emotional steadiness. If you’re ready to feel less stuck and more supported, we’d be honored to walk with you.

My passion is supporting and encouraging positive change and healing in people. I hope to walk alongside you on your personal path. Through a genuine and crucial therapeutic relationship, we will celebrate strength and grow through hurt into healing with change. I practice from an existential positive framework. I adore and am grateful to be doing such positive work each day. I love watching positive change and growth emerge in my client’s life and their personal inner being. I work with individuals, families, kiddos, teens, and couples. I focus on different needs and dynamics including career, interpersonal, motivation, trauma, sexuality, and self-growth. I look forward to working together and supporting you in your journey.

Lauren Green is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia with over 7 years of experience providing therapeutic care and clinical assessment to youth and adults seeking support with trauma, depression, anxiety, attention-deficit hyperactivity (ADHD), oppositional defiant challenges, and other life transitions. Lauren also has experience working with children and adolescents who display severe behavioral concerns, as well as young and middle-aged adults with serious mental health conditions.

Life can be challenging, and sometimes we all need a safe space to pause, reflect, and rediscover our strengths. I believe every person has value, resilience, and the ability to create meaningful change when they are met with compassion, understanding, and the right support. My goal is to provide a welcoming environment where you feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout your healing journey. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Virginia. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families experiencing anxiety, trauma, behavioral concerns, life transitions, emotional regulation difficulties, self-esteem challenges, and family conflict. My experience includes supporting youth and families in community and home-based settings, working with individuals experiencing homelessness, providing crisis intervention, assisting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and helping clients develop practical life and coping skills. My approach is person-centered, meaning I meet you where you are and recognize that your experiences, strengths, and goals are unique. I believe therapy is a collaborative process, and together we will identify what matters most to you while building the confidence and skills needed to move forward. While I provide support and encouragement, I also gently challenge clients to recognize unhealthy patterns, embrace personal growth, and develop healthier ways of thinking and responding to life’s challenges. I integrate evidence-based approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), solution-focused therapy, reality therapy, strengths-based interventions, and trauma-informed care. Every treatment plan is individualized because there is no one-size-fits-all approach to healing.

Hello there! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia. I completed my graduate degree in counseling psychology at Wheaton College Graduate School, and I have practiced professionally since 1985. I am a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC), and I regularly receive ongoing training through AACC and other professional organizations. I seek to heal emotional wounds, restore relationships, and guide clients toward deeper intimacy with God. I offer a holistic approach that respects each client’s unique journey, and I provide support with grounded professional expertise and biblical principles to help you find peace, direction, meaning, and purpose in life. Throughout my many years of practice, I have integrated professional therapeutic techniques with a biblical perspective in my work with individuals, families, and couples facing emotional, relational, and spiritual needs. Counseling is a collaborative journey. From the first session, we will work together to identify specific goals and challenges, explore deeper issues that may be influencing your struggles, and create a personalized plan for healing. In individual counseling, I often work with those who outwardly appear fine or successful, but inwardly struggle with anxiety, depression, anger, shame, or past trauma. In marriage counseling, we will work to improve communication, learn tools and skills to resolve conflict, rebuild trust, and deepen intimacy. In family counseling, we will navigate complex family dynamics with grace, fostering healthy and harmonious relationships. I specialize in two-day, one-day, or half-day intensives where clients can experience significant breakthroughs in a short time. We will focus on past and present hurts, wounds, or trauma using listening prayer to invite the Lord to bring healing and deepen your intimacy with Jesus. Intensives can be a powerful way to bring peace, hope, and transformation through deep healing.

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.