Addiction is a treatable, chronic disease. Genetics, brain chemistry, environmental factors, and life experiences all play a role in the disease, and past trauma is often at the root of many addictions. For many who struggle with addiction, it can be helpful to know that risk factors and levels vary by person, but like any chronic condition, focusing on the cause and the symptoms in treatment offer the best chance for recovery.
Begin Your Search for a Mental Health Professional Who Specializes in Addiction
Parsons Counseling offers COUNSELING FOR ALL AGES. We have two counselors working in Richmond to serve your counseling needs: Brittney Wills, LPCC & Kendra Gross, LPCA. We understand that it is difficult to go to a stranger and talk about the most difficult times in your life. It is our desire that counseling is a process that is comfortable for you. You will learn coping skills that you can...
I provide counseling to adults and couples for a variety of issues regarding both mental health and addiction concerns. With over 38 years of experience I have a wide array of training and certifications to meet needs you may have....
SCHEDULING FOR VIDEO SESSIONS THROUGH SECURE SITE AT THIS TIME. Beginning therapy can be difficult, and it is my goal to offer you a safe place to help you manage and be your authentic self. You are not alone. Things can get better. My counseling practice can provide skills and insight to help you through these challenging times. I have experience working with teens and adults working through...
If you are searching for deeper meaning and looking to achieve a life of fulfillment and joy, I can help! I assist individuals from all walks of life change old painful patterns of thinking and being to achieve wellness and health (in mind, body, and spirit) and successfully resolve/manage chronic health conditions so that they can thrive and live their best life possible. My unique experience...
Group Therapy can be a great way to learn skills and reach your goals in life. Couples can benefit tremendously from participating in a group setting in many ways such as but not limited to, working on improving intimacy, handling disagreements, decision making, etc. Couples also have the opportunity to discuss and address daily issues that may arise for them such as parenting, money, personal...
I welcome anyone who is looking to explore ways to improve their quality of life, whether it is due to life transitions, relationship conflicts, creative blocks, or managing emotional challenges. Through consistent and committed work together, we can identify the root of where troubling patterns have begun and develop strategies to help you gain balance, strength, and personal fulfillment. I ha...
Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, boundaries in relationships, grief, have experienced trauma, are struggling with your gender identity or sexuality, or just are not quite sure what’s wrong, I’m here to work with you. My approach to therapy is eclectic and based on you and your goals. I will work with you as a teammate to identify the things that could be holding you back from the...
Thank you for inquiring and congratulations on taking your first steps towards recovery and you! I am a trauma informed therapist who strives to provide a safe and nurturing space for you to heal. I offer EMDR therapy as well as CBT, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing and Trauma informed care in order to focus on transitions of life, trauma, addiction issues, anxiety, depression and grief. ...
Life has an abundance of challenges and transitions. It may be depression, anxiety, grief, marital problems, substance addictions, and the list can go on and on. Sometimes, it may feel difficult to cope. How you manage challenges in your life depends largely on the attitudes you hold, and the life skills you bring to your experience. As a therapist, I work with individuals from all walks of lif...
I am a licensed independent clinical social worker with over 10 years of experience providing individual and family therapy with children, youth, young adults and their families. I have worked in outpatient settings, preschools, and residential programs. I specialize in working with clients with ADHD, depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, adoption, grief/loss, substance abuse, and anger management....
I like to develop a treatment plan with the help of my client based on their individual goals and preferences with the guidance of what the current research shows is the best evidenced-based treatment for the presenting issue. In using a collaborative approach and working together we will be able to utilize your strengths to develop a treatment plan and goals that best fit your needs. I believe...
I bring 30+ years of experience working with a wide array of clients and issues. I provide in-depth on-going psychotherapy along with solution focused goal oriented work. I strive to create a safe, supportive space for my clients to explore what they want to work on. I believe being heard and understood are essential to healing. I am flexible in my approach and techniques to suit a client's nee...
Sometimes our emotions are incredibly difficult to listen to. They are always speaking to us, like messengers trying to relay information, but often there are blockages that keep us from trusting our emotions, or knowing how to truly listen to them. We can quickly talk ourselves out of things that somewhere deep down, we KNOW to be true. I want to help you by providing an environment where all ...
I am honored to provide an affirming environment for people on their journey to growth and healing. In addition to providing services to individual adults and children, I provide family sessions. I come from a multicultural and bilingual background and I embrace the idea of family in all of the diverse ways it shows up in our lives. I earned a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy from Trevec...