26 licensed providers matched your needs
Catherine Gallagher, LPC
Hello. I’m Catherine, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over a decade of experience dedicated to helping individuals build resilience, and achieve meaningful growth. My experience is broad, enabling me to provide personalized care for a variety of concerns. I develop practical strategies for managing Anxiety and Depression symptoms, helping to improve mood and enhance daily functioning. Additionally, I support clients addressing Life Transitions & Stress, including challenges related to work, relationships, and major changes.
Anxiety, Depression, Life transitions, Stress, Relationships, Addiction, Codependency, Coping skills, Substance use disorder, Family conflict, Peer relationship, Self esteem
Behavioral issues
Maureen Macias, LCSW
Hello I am Maureen. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years experience working as a Mental Health Counselor as well as a social work educator. My intention is to provide a safe, secure and supportive environment to address the concerns you may be experiencing that is getting in the way of living life the way that is most beneficial to you. I primarily work with adults. I have worked extensively with both military-connected, veteran and civilian clients to help process trauma and abuse, and relationship concerns.
Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar disorder, Dual diagnosis, Trauma and PTSD, ADHD, Academic underachievement, Alcohol use, Addiction, Anger management, Codependency, Coping skills, Family conflict, Eating disorders, Emotional disturbance, Divorce, Marital and premarital, Marital discord, Medication management, OCD, Peer relationship, Parenting, Prenatal, pregnancy, postpartum, Relationships, Self esteem, Self harming, Sexual abuse, Sexuality, sexual health, and sexual-related concerns, Sleep or insomnia, Social media, Stress, Substance use disorder, Suicidal ideation, Weight loss, Women's issues
Behavioral issues
Angel Rizzotto, LPC
Hi! My name is Angel and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I am also a National Certified Counselor as well as a Certified Clinical Anxiety and Treatment Professional. I have worked with children, young adults, adults, and seniors. I provide a person centered approach to treatment as well as a safe environment for you to share at your pace. Tell me what your goals are and let’s get started. If you’re unsure that’s okay too we’ll figure it out together.
Anxiety, Depression, Dual diagnosis, Addiction, Coping skills, Bipolar disorder, OCD, Self harming, Medication management, Self esteem, Alcohol use, Anger management, Substance use disorder, Stress, Relationships, ADHD, Behavioral issues, Child or adolescent, Chronic Relapse, Chronic illness, Codependency, Domestic violence, Infidelity, Life coaching, Life transitions, Marital discord, Hoarding, Obesity, Career counseling, Oppositional defiance, Peer relationship, Divorce, Marital and premarital, Women's issues, School issues, Men's issues, Borderline personality, Alzheimer's, Family conflict, Weight loss, Emotional disturbance, Eating disorders, Antisocial personality, Academic underachievement, Autism spectrum disorders, Domestic abuse, Narcissistic personality, Parenting, Prenatal, pregnancy, postpartum, Problems with video game use, Sports performance, Sexuality, sexual health, and sexual-related concerns, Racial, ethnic, and cultural identity, Gambling, Adoption
Behavioral issues
Judith Cheche, LPC
I am a former trauma nurse with plenty of lived experiences and I understand how difficult asking for help is. Congratulations on taking the first, and hardest step. I am certified in trauma care, PTSD, military sexual trauma, grief and addictions. I enjoy working with a wide range of ages and concerns, including active duty military, veterans, women with chronic illnesses and adults and children facing end-of-life issues.
Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Addiction, Alcohol use, Behavioral issues, Bipolar disorder, Chronic illness, Codependency, Coping skills, Divorce, Dual diagnosis, Emotional disturbance, Grief, Infidelity, Marital discord, Self esteem, Substance use disorder, Suicidal ideation, Stress, Trauma and PTSD
Behavioral issues
Gay Holbrook, LPC
My name is Gay "Ali" Holbrook. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I hold a Masters Degree in Professional Counseling. I have over 25 years experience helping people with Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQ+ (friendly) Counseling/support, PTSD/Trauma, Bipolar Disorder, Anger, and more. I have worked in both the private and public sector and have seen a lot of success in my clients. I use CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), while working with Adults and Seniors. I enjoy helping people and I look forward to meeting you soon.
Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and PTSD, Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Addiction, Borderline personality, Grief, Coping skills, Substance use disorder, Life transitions, Dual diagnosis, Narcissistic personality, Gender dysphoria and gender-affirming approaches to treatment, Life coaching, Self esteem, Stress, Women's issues, Alcohol use, Chronic pain, Codependency, Sex positive/poly/kink-friendly, Divorce, Infidelity, Sexual abuse, Chronic illness, Hoarding
Behavioral issues
Cindy Stuhmer, LCSW
My goal is to create a safe and judgment-free zone for clients to explore and find solutions to their challenges. I am here to support and motivate clients as they work through the therapeutic process to achieve their goals. For the past eighteen years, my focus has been working with clients with addiction and dual diagnosis clients. I work with clients to improve coping skills, increase self-care, explore healthy eating habits, exercise, and sleep hygiene to impact their overall mental health positively. Let's work together to find solutions to your current challenges.
Anxiety, Depression, Anger management, Coping skills, Domestic abuse, Dual diagnosis, Family conflict, Gambling, Parenting, Sex positive/poly/kink-friendly, Relationships, Sexuality, sexual health, and sexual-related concerns, Sleep or insomnia, Self esteem, Spirituality, Bipolar disorder, Women's issues, Trauma and PTSD, Suicidal ideation, Stress, Substance use disorder
Behavioral issues
Whitney Smallwood, LPC
My mission is to provide compassionate, goal-focused therapy that empowers individuals, couples, and families to heal from trauma, overcome addiction, and navigate life’s challenges. Through structured treatment plans, evidence-based techniques, and creative therapeutic approaches like art and play therapy, I help clients build resilience, improve relationships, and reclaim their well-being. I am dedicated to fostering a safe and supportive space for growth, healing, and long-term transformation. In addition, I bring the perspective and discipline of my service as a USMC veteran.
Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, Alcohol use, Coping skills, Family conflict, Substance use disorder, Domestic violence, Marital and premarital, Marital discord, Relationships, Trauma and PTSD, Divorce, Peer relationship, Stress, Anger management, Sexual abuse, Infidelity
Behavioral issues
Dan Nicolau, Psychiatrist-MD
A patient is not merely a list of symptoms that make up a condition. All aspects of your life need to be understood. How is your job and home life? What is your ethnic and educational background? Do you have any medical problems? These questions and many more are needed to understand you and provide the right diagnosis and treatment for you. In most cases a combination of medication and talk therapy will give the best results. I am a triple board certified physician in Psychiatry, Addiction Medicine, and Obesity Medicine that can help you start feeling well again.
ADHD, Addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Dual diagnosis, Substance use disorder, Trauma and PTSD, Obesity, Alcohol use, Medication management, Weight loss, Sleep or insomnia, OCD
Behavioral issues
Lauren Laich, LPC
My greatest reward is helping clients explore ways to change their lives, allowing them to feel hopeful about the future. I work from a person-centered perspective, allowing my clients to determine the pace & direction of therapy. I have extensive experience working with people struggling with various issues, such as depression, anxiety, OCD, addiction, & self-esteem. I use CBT, DBT, & Motivational Interviewing techniques, based on the needs of the individual. I believe that we all need someone to talk with who will really listen & accept us as we are, without judgment; this is my goal as a therapist.
ADHD, Addiction, Alcohol use, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic Relapse, Coping skills, Depression, Domestic abuse, Dual diagnosis, Family conflict, OCD, Parenting, Self esteem, Substance use disorder, Women's issues, Relationships, Prenatal, pregnancy, postpartum, Stress, Gender dysphoria and gender-affirming approaches to treatment, Academic underachievement, Anger management, Autism spectrum disorders, Codependency, Sexuality, sexual health, and sexual-related concerns
Behavioral issues
Nina Mincarelli, LPC
Over the course of my career, I have worked with clients suffering from depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting challenges, career challenges, trauma, substance abuse, and many other issues. Regardless of the issue, I can help you identify what may be causing you anxiety, sadness, or stress, and together we can devise a plan to help empower you and take control. It is my pleasure to support and empower you if you are ready to take steps towards change.
Addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Behavioral issues, Coping skills, Depression, Divorce, Domestic abuse, Emotional disturbance, Family conflict, Grief, Infidelity, Marital and premarital, Peer relationship, Substance use disorder, Trauma and PTSD, Relationships
Behavioral issues
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How do I find a licensed therapist or psychologist in Virginia Beach?
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Can psychologists diagnose or prescribe medication in Virginia Beach?
Virginia Beach therapists and psychologists can diagnose mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, and more, but they typically cannot prescribe medication. Prescription authority in Virginia Beach is reserved for psychiatrists and other medical doctors.
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