My approach to therapy is open, non-judgmental, and strives to make you feel comfortable and safe. I try to help you work through feelings or beliefs that may be blocking you from living your happiest, most fulfilled life. In therapy we can increase your understanding of what is causing the distress, explore possible solutions, and create a plan
I strongly believe in your inherent ability to grow and change-- to survive neglect, hardship, and trauma and become stronger and more resilient. I help people find their strengths and learn to accept and even love their vulnerabilities. I teach coping skills and I listen intently.
Traditional counseling approaches can feel outdated. Simply listening, nodding, and affirming doesn’t cut it anymore. 20+ years private practice licensed professional counselor nationally certified experience. Currently also serving in state leadership position as vice president board of directors, Virginia Mental Health Counselor Associatio
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Virginia. Born and raised in Iowa, I attended Iowa State University, graduating with a double major in Child, Adult, and Family Services and Spanish. I have traveled and lived in many places throughout the world, and have developed an appreciation for the differences we all have, but also the similar
My initial goal in therapy is to deeply understand the unique individual sitting across from me. I take a holistic approach to this task. I understand that the mind, body, spirit, and relationships are all connected and impacted by one another. I think of my clients as more than just a collection of problems and diagnoses. I want to understand your
I believe that our most important periods of growth come out of our most painful moments and circumstances. I have chosen this profession because I believe in the power of working though pain to a better end. I consider it a privilege and an honor to participate in your journey to wellness. I work to create a safe, non-judgmental space for you to e
Do you ever feel like happiness eludes you while those around you seem to have it all together? Do you find yourself questioning if others are simply pretending to be happy, as you struggle with overwhelming emotions? Rest assured, experiencing seasons of anxiety and depression is a normal part of life. As a therapist, my mission is to provide unwa
At Power Counseling PLLC, we are five different clinicians. However, we have one thing in common. We are all committed to satisfactorily resolve the issues that the client brings to the therapy room. We work with individuals, couples, families and groups, offering individual, couple, family and group therapy. Our primary therapy modality is cogniti
I have been working in the helping field related to counseling for almost 20 years. In that time I have learned that the best way to help others is to be an excellent listener, to be compassionate, empathetic, and to collaborate with individuals to assist them in gaining the tools that they need to make positive change in their lives. I work hard t
I have provided individual, couples, family, and parent coaching for over 20 years. In addition, I frequently participate in podcasts that focus on topics such as parenting and collaborating problem solving, fertility challenges, raising teenage girls, and using cognitive behavioral therapy to free yourself of chronic unproductive feelings. I belie
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