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
Life can be rough and sometimes our coping mechanisms used in the past just do not seem to be working. Most people find that having a professional, outside of family and friends, can be tremendously helpful in order to move forward. Whether you are struggling with troublesome behaviors, thoughts and/or emotions, participating in therapy can be beneficial. I work to create a safe space for you t...
Deciding to seek therapy is usually a difficult decision, and it often occurs because there is pain in your life. Sometimes the pain comes from difficulties with loved ones - partners, children, parents -- or from difficulties with life --school, work, career. You may feel anxious, depressed, frustrated, angry, hopeless, guilty or ??? We'll work together to collaboratively find a way to a place...
It is my personal and professional desire to see each and every person succeed. Life has its way of knocking us down, but it is in the getting up where we find our greatest strength. It is my heart and my pleasure to aid people in the getting back up and finding their strength from within, to build on the life they want and greatly deserve. Therapeutic relationships can be the critical link to...
( English | español ) I use a much-needed and compassionate approach to integrating traumatic memories in order to become fully healed. As your therapist, I would help guide your present self to reconnect gently with your past selves who have experienced trauma. I would act as a bridge-builder between your different selves and allow them kindness, respect, and love. It's a meditative and intima...
You are important! You are worth time and help. If you are feeling overwhelmed, isolated, or traumatized, I encourage you to seek out therapy or phone consultation. Therapy is not a one size fits all bundle, so I practice in an eclectic manner, personalizing sessions and therapy goals. To better understand you, I work from a multicultural and feminist perspective. I truly believe that everyone ...
Ashley is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia. She received her undergraduate degree from The College of William & Mary and her Master's of Education & Human Development in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The George Washington University. Ashley is a firm believer in people's potential for change and growth. She is passionate about helping clients feel empowered, more...
I am a licensed mental health and alcohol and drug counselor that has been working with adults, teens and children for over twenty years. I have experience working with a wide range of challenges including anxiety, depression, abuse/trauma, addiction, relationships, and sexuality. I believe the most important aspect to finding a therapist is the connection you experience during that first sessi...
Are you struggling in this current environment? Have you lost hope for a better future? Is your motivation gone? This time in history brings a lot of unknowns, but it can also be a time to discover new things about yourself. Invest in yourself by taking this time to discover new tools to not just survive life but instead to thrive. My focus is on helping individuals rediscover their identity,...
I believe counseling is a partnership in which we work together in developing and implementing a plan to reach the clients treatment goals. Each client is unique and different, and I adjust according to the clients needs. I work well with clients who are ready to do the work to heal and grow. The client and I are active throughout the counseling process. I have found that this process is a jour...
We all need a safe place to express ourselves and process our feelings as we live this life with all its confusion and uncertainty. I can provide you a safe and supportive atmosphere where you can decide the path you want to travel. My desire is to help you find balance, value in your struggles, and assist you with gaining the skills you need to navigate into the future with confidence. My...
Each person brings with them a different story and unique perspective, which gives me the opportunity to meet them where they are at in their current situation. I frequently work with people around life transitions, anxiety, depression, gender and sexuality, acute and chronic trauma issues, self empowerment, parenting and grief and loss. The therapeutic relationship is important with all client...
Finding it hard to be joyful anymore? Do you feel trapped inside of yourself? Is your anxiety getting out of control? Do you have past trauma that keeps getting triggered? Are you dreading coming home because you feel overwhelmed with family? You know it's bad when it starts to interfere with your personal relationships or work. “In order for connection to happen, we have to allow ourselves to ...
If you desire change and healing in areas of your life, I would love to walk alongside you in the counseling room to unpack your story and help you explore what that healing could look like. My aim is to provide a safe, compassionate, and authentic space for you to feel seen and known as you process your present and past. If you're hoping to address traumatic memories and PTSD symptoms, I also...
I believe we all possess a natural wisdom and an ability to heal, and at times we need support in getting in touch with those abilities. I work with clients to facilitate a deeper awareness into challenges and strengths, in an individualized way. I work with adults, adolescents, children, and families with particular interests in trauma/PTSD, substance use, family relationships, parenting and a...
Are you overwhelmed by a crisis that appears unsolvable? Do you fear your life is spinning out of control? Life is challenging and we can feel overwhelmed. With support and guidance, a solution is possible. I am passionate about helping Individuals and families create change in their lives by feeling safe enough to face their fears by building strength and confidence in the therapy space where...
