Women continue to face discriminatory practices, attitudes, and institutions even in modern society, and these issues may affect their mental health. Women may choose to enter counseling for gender-related issues or other mental health concerns, and, as a result of their gender experience, women’s issues come up within therapy.
Available Treatment Options
Many types of therapy can assist people with women’s issues. Feminist Therapy approaches counseling that centers on women’s and other genders besides men’s experiences, focusing on relationships, social understanding, empowerment, and advocating for equality. Women may also feel comfortable in group therapy with other women, as being surrounded by people who can understand their experiences can be therapeutic.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Women's Issues
I believe wholeheartedly in a strengths-focused approach to therapy. We’re so often conditioned to see only what we are doing wrong, while ignoring or dismissing what we’re already doing right. I try to build awareness of innate strengths and to put these to use while working toward change. My therapeutic style is warm, calm, and collaborative- it’s important to me that you feel heard and...
I believe therapy provides the space to honor all aspects of you. As a therapist, I take a compassionate, non-judgmental stance as you explore your truth. Therapy is a time you set aside for your own personal healing and growth. A place to know you are safe, you are heard, and you have inherent worth. It is an honor for me to work with my clients as they navigate life's losses, gains, and...
I believe that it is a privilege to hear the stories of my clients. I am a goal-oriented, solution-focused counselor who meets the client where they are at based on their needs and wants. I specialize in anxiety, depression, and career and academic concerns. I believe in somatic response work, and have experience teaching mindfulness and meditation. I have worked with both children and adults. ...
**Now accepting new clients** Everyday is a new opportunity to explore who you are and address issues that may be causing discomfort in your life. There may be times when we feel no one understands us and may need validation of our feelings. If you are seeking a culturally competent therapist, I am a great match! This is a queer and trans-affirming practice, welcoming LGBTQAI clients, their...
“You get in life what you have the courage to ask for.” My clinical experience includes working with adults, children, adolescents or families who are struggling with challenging behaviors, toxic relationships and/or complex emotions. These struggles can cause profound sadness that physically hurts inside of you. I specialize in flushing out negative thought patterns and working through traumat...
I believe that everyone deserves to be heard and respected especially during difficult times. Although family and friends can provide love and support, sometimes we need someone who can be totally objective. I strive to provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where you can express needs and leave feeling heard and empowered to make positive changes in your life. Each person...
Are there times when you feel out of control and overwhelmed? Perhaps you have feel tired all the time and unable to get things done. Life can be very challenging, stressful and uncertain. We doubt ourselves and worry that there is something wrong with us. We fear that we are incapable of having normal relationships. We have concerns that we are hurting those around us: our children, our partne...
At some point in life, nearly all of us feel something is out of balance. This can cause significant distress and be emotionally painful. In an atmosphere of acceptance and trust, we'll explore where it hurts, what is out of balance, and the root causes of emotional distress such as anxiety, depression, grief, and suffering. We’ll work together to address your symptoms, gain deeper awareness an...
I am a compassionate, experienced clinician who is eager to help people learn about their strengths and challenges to better manage life difficulties. I enjoy helping my clients learn more about their personal and interpersonal styles of relating to help develop more self-compassion and empowerment to strengthen self-esteem and coping skills. As a licensed psychologist, board certified behavior...
If this is your 1st or your 100th time seeking therapy, I want to let you know that you are one step closer to a better and healthier lifestyle. Harboring secret thoughts, feelings, shame, and guilt can be very difficult to handle on your own. Sharing these with a stranger can be difficult as well, but I do want to reassure you, it will be easier. I graduated from Western Michigan University wi...
I enjoy working with people who seek to discover new ways of moving through life. Sometimes this means working together to uncover new strategies for managing painful thoughts, memories and emotions. It may also involve identifying problematic patterns of behavior and exploring more adaptive coping strategies. I also enjoy working with people who wish to improve their navigation of various type...
I am a licensed clinical social worker, with a master's degree in Social Work from the University of Kansas. I work with a wide range of mental health challenges including Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, Stress Management, Grief and Trauma. I specialize in working with preteens, adolescents and adults. My career experience has been in child welfare, case management, outpatient group therapy and...
Megan Hageman is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia who has experience helping others through challenges with depression, parenting problems, anxiety, LGBTQ+ issues, and relationship issues. Megan has a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lynchburg College and a Bachelor’s of Arts in Psychology from Randolph College. Megan has worked in a wide array...
Are you feeling stuck, discontented, or hopeless? Do you find yourself wondering if there is more to life? You are not alone. Many of us find ourselves stuck in patterns of thought and behavior that leave us feeling discontent, disconnected, and unworthy. I believe that we are all born worthy and born with an inner wisdom that guides us towards meaning and authenticity, My goal as a therapist i...
Jenine Stallings is a licensed professional counselor in Virginia and holds a national board certification as a counselor. Jenine is a board approved supervisor in Virginia. She is currently practicing as an outpatient therapist in the healthcare industry. She has experience with various mental health and adjustment issues including anxiety, depression, mood disorders, substance abuse,...
