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Christina Kunisch, LCSW
Hello there! My name is Christina, and I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My passion remains in providing individual therapy in a safe and healing space by joining with you on this journey. Whatever brings you into considering the therapy as a tool for improving your quality of life, my role is to create a space for exploring, questioning, learning, reducing distress, and building healthy coping skills to allow you to flourish. I look forward to meeting with you, hearing about what brings you to consider therapy, and how this process might fit into your healing journey.
Anxiety, Depression, Anger management, Trauma and PTSD, Women's issues, Addiction, Substance use disorder, Stress, OCD, Sex positive/poly/kink-friendly, Self esteem, Sleep or insomnia, Sexual abuse, Relationships, Prenatal, pregnancy, postpartum, Life transitions, Grief, Emotional disturbance, Dual diagnosis, Domestic violence, Domestic abuse, Coping skills, Codependency, Chronic pain, Chronic Relapse, Chronic illness, Childhood abuse/neglect, Bipolar disorder, Alcohol use, ADHD
Behavioral issues
Amanda Lewis, LPC
Are you carrying more than you should on your own? I’m an LPC with a holistic, humanistic, trauma-informed approach. My work is multicultural, intersectional, and identity-affirming. I specialize in assisting clients who are healing from and overcoming all forms of abuse, trauma, family conflict, peer and relationship issues, depression, anxiety, grief, loss, bullying, self-esteem, self-image, women's issues, and are moving through major life transitions. My style is warm, empowering, creative, and collaborative, focused on cultivating a safe space for growing, thriving, and creating new beginnings.
Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and PTSD, Women's issues, Anger management, Childhood abuse/neglect, Codependency, Coping skills, Domestic abuse, Emotional disturbance, Eating disorders, Family conflict, Peer relationship, Relationships, School issues, Self esteem, Self harming, Addiction, Sexual abuse, Sleep or insomnia, Suicidal ideation, Spirituality, Child or adolescent, Stress, Grief, Infidelity, Life transitions, Narcissistic personality, Teen violence, Chronic pain, Chronic illness, Dual diagnosis, Divorce, Racial, ethnic, and cultural identity, Social media, Weight loss, Behavioral issues, Infertility, Sexuality, sexual health, and sexual-related concerns
Behavioral issues
Eric Fernelius, LCSW
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 26 years of experience working with individuals and couples. One of my specialties is working with those that have been through trauma. I love seeing people heal from their trauma and find peace. Therapy is a journey where we work together to understand your experiences and develop strategies for growth. My approach combines different modalities depending on your struggles to equip you with practical tools to manage stress and cultivate a more fulfilling life. My hope is to create a safe and supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered.
Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and PTSD, Self esteem, Suicidal ideation, Stress, Issues with pornography use, Childhood abuse/neglect, Grief, Marital and premarital, Marital discord, OCD
Behavioral issues
Deborah Cielto-Busi, LCSW
Hello! My name is Deborah Cielto-Busi and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I love to work with older adults to help them address a variety of mental health concerns. My internship focused on working with older adults with trauma, anxiety and a variety of other mental health issues. I have multiple years of experience delivering evidenced-based interventions to help people to be their best self. I am a person-centered, solutions focused therapist. My focus is to learn about you and collaborate with you to establish goals that will help you to be your best self. I am currently accepting adults only.
Anxiety, Depression, Coping skills, Grief, ADHD, Academic underachievement, Anger management, Alcohol use, Alzheimer's, Behavioral issues, Career counseling, Chronic pain, Divorce, Domestic violence, Domestic abuse, Family conflict, Emotional disturbance, Life coaching, OCD, Obesity, Life transitions, Relationships
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
Denise Mitchell, LPC
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and obtained a Master of Education degree from the University of Pittsburgh. I work with teens and adults with a wide variety of experiences. I work with individuals with anxiety, depression, coping skills, conflict resolution, trauma, problem-solving, and self-harm/suicidal. I am trained in two evidence-based models: Trauma-informed therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. My goal as a therapist is to help everyone reach a place where they can be their best self. I look forward to supporting you in your journey.
Anxiety, Depression, Relationships, Self esteem, Anger management, Behavioral issues, Life coaching, Coping skills, Career counseling, Child or adolescent, Divorce, Family conflict, Peer relationship, School issues, Stress, Suicidal ideation, Trauma and PTSD, Oppositional defiance, Women's issues, ADHD, Antisocial personality, Autism spectrum disorders, Childhood abuse/neglect, Codependency, Domestic abuse, Domestic violence, Grief, Infertility, Infidelity, Life transitions, Learning disabilities, Narcissistic personality, Marital and premarital, Parenting, Self harming, Spirituality, Racial, ethnic, and cultural identity, Weight loss, Teen violence
Behavioral issues
Jean Kimbrel, LPC
• I am a compassionate counselor who assists individuals who are taking steps to improve their mental health. My therapy style is eclectic which enables me to use what works for the client • I have military ties as a child and currently as an adult. • I am a warm and interactive counselor who believes in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. • I provide genuine Christian Faith Based Therapy through my own faith which is an option for you but is not a necessity for us to work together.
Anxiety, Depression, Marital and premarital, Trauma and PTSD
Behavioral issues
Donna Naffah, LPC
Hi! My name is Donna and I think that life is about balance. Originally from Virginia, I was able to travel and work overseas as well as stateside. I returned to Virginia in 1997 and never left. With over 30 years in the mental health field, I have worked with individuals coping with depression, anxiety, mood dysregulation, trauma, grief and many other issues. I offer flexible appointments and will offer many morning spots as of 09/13/2024. I use best-practice treatment modalities. Balance can be the key to managing emotions and impulses now and in the future. Life is about balance…let me help you find yours!
Anxiety, Depression, Substance use disorder, ADHD, Alcohol use, Addiction, Behavioral issues, Borderline personality, Bipolar disorder, Codependency, Chronic impulsivity, Coping skills, Divorce, Domestic abuse, Domestic violence, Dual diagnosis, Eating disorders, Emotional disturbance, Family conflict, Grief, Hoarding, Internet addiction, Life transitions, Marital and premarital, Marital discord, OCD, Obesity, Oppositional defiance, Parenting, Relationships, Self esteem, Self harming, Sleep or insomnia, Social media, Stress, Suicidal ideation, Trauma and PTSD, Weight loss
Behavioral issues
Shanta Johnson, LCSW
Hello, I'm Shanta. My journey into the world of mental health was deeply influenced by my grandparents. Watching the support they received and recognizing the gaps in care for others inspired me to make a difference. I have provided therapy to older adults, pregnant women, and caregivers. The stress that clients, families, and caregivers endure while managing health and mental health issues can be overwhelming, and I'm here to help ease that burden.
Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Prenatal, pregnancy, postpartum, Trauma and PTSD
Behavioral issues
Linda Shaner, LPC
I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with 30+ years of clinical experience and a wide range of life experiences. As a clinician, I've had the pleasure of working as a counselor with all kinds of interesting people and in various settings, including as a team leader in an inpatient facility, an emergency outreach counselor, a private outpatient counselor, and as a "psychologist" for the State's disability rehab program. Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Trauma, Relationships, Chronic Pain, Cultural Differences, and Unexpected Life Challenges are some of my specialties. I look forward to being a part of your life.
Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Relationships, Self esteem, Coping skills, Emotional disturbance, Gender dysphoria and gender-affirming approaches to treatment, OCD, Women's issues, Anger management, Life coaching, Trauma and PTSD, Chronic pain, Grief, Spirituality, Substance use disorder
Behavioral issues
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How do I find a licensed therapist or psychologist in Virginia Beach?
You can find licensed, experienced therapists or psychologists in Virginia Beach by searching online directories or reaching out to local mental health clinics. Online platforms like Talkspace can also connect you with mental health professionals experienced in cognitive behavioral therapy and other treatment modalities for depression, anxiety, and a range of other mental health conditions.
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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