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Hello. My name is LeNora Black and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Virginia. I have over 25 years of experience consistently developing as a therapist. Born with a natural curiosity about people, their thoughts, journey, story; I would say, counseling claimed me. Listening is what I like best because hearing is how I can provide the help you are seeking. My journey started with helping individuals and families reach career choice goals and professional development while serving as a recruiting and retention specialist in the U.S. Army. I further developed professionally, earning an M.A. in Guidance and Counseling, and a M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have partnered with clients addressing a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, anger management and substance abuse. I am Certified as a Prevention Specialist (CPS) in the State of Virginia, Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) and fully trained in Play Therapy and EMDR. I’ve helped many people who have experienced physical, sexual trauma and emotional abuse.
My therapy style is warm, open, and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. I am committed to safety, unconditional positive regard, and confidentiality in our therapeutic relationship. My approach to therapy is informed by Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT) integrated with the holistic framework of the Polyvagal Theory. I encourage clients to learn about the different approaches and will provide information and resources, accordingly. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you. Let’s get started.
Additional areas of focus:Family conflicts, Grief, Anger management, Career difficulties, Depression, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Aging and geriatric issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Communication problems, Family of origin issues, Family problems, First responder issues, Military and veterans issues, Multicultural concerns, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Workplace issues
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Lenora put me at ease right away. I felt like she was a safe space and immediately felt comfortable talking to her. I also feel like she “got me”
Written on Jun 29, 2024 after therapy with LeNora for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues
LeNora was such a great help to me as I had been going through an emotionally and verbally abusive relationship. She really gave me the help I needed to work through it and become stronger and more confident in who I am. Highly recommend. She is a rare find as far as I am concerned!
Written on Apr 12, 2024 after therapy with LeNora for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse
She is personable, caring, funny and creates the best safe space for her and I to chat and talk about life :)
Written on Apr 09, 2024 after therapy with LeNora for 1 year and 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Easy to talk with.
Written on Mar 18, 2024 after therapy with LeNora for 2 months on issues concerning depression, grief, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Lenora is a blessing to me. She is so very compassionate and listens deeply. Her guidance and wise counsel help me in innumerable ways. She is always on time for our sessions, which are meaningful and incredibly helpful. I appreciate her experience and feel we are a great match. Always grateful for our time together.
Written on Feb 20, 2024 after therapy with LeNora for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
Ms. Lenora is very perceptive and I love her personality and empathy. I would recommend her to anyone.
Written on Feb 10, 2024 after therapy with LeNora for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes
Lenora is a wonderful therapist who I deeply enjoy speaking with during our sessions. She thoughtfully guides me to challenge myself and grow in ways I never knew I needed. With her encouraging words, I am able to find my voice and take on new challenges that facilitate invaluable self-discovery. I am truly appreciative to have Lenora as my therapist, as she has helped me immensely on my personal journey.
Written on Feb 07, 2024 after therapy with LeNora for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem
She is very compassionate and makes me feel comfortable to talk
Written on Jan 11, 2024 after therapy with LeNora for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Professional, courteous, understanding, and insightful. She's very good at taking big problems and turning them into bite-sized Solutions.
Written on May 03, 2023 after therapy with LeNora for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I very much appreciate LeNora's assistance. She is a mature, thoughtful and knowledgeable therapist and I found my meetings with her extremely helpful.
Written on Apr 18, 2023 after therapy with LeNora for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes
She has helped me and gives me so much clarity.
Written on Mar 13, 2023 after therapy with LeNora for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Awesome therapist. She helped me so much in a short period of time. So grateful!
Written on Feb 13, 2023 after therapy with LeNora for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and anger management
Shes amazing!
Written on Feb 09, 2023 after therapy with LeNora for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety
Ms.LeNora has been a great confidant and listening ear throughout my counseling journey. It's been a breath of fresh air.
Written on Jan 13, 2023 after therapy with LeNora for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, parenting issues, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Very welcoming and understanding! Very, very helpful through mine situation.
Written on Jan 10, 2023 after therapy with LeNora for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, self esteem, and adhd
I loved Lenora!! I considered her part of my family and when I renew my membership I will try and get her again:)
Written on Dec 06, 2022 after therapy with LeNora for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder,
Mrs. Black is extremely knowledgeable from years of experience. She has the knowing of a caring friend or family member. It’s very easy to talk with her. She is an excellent listener and with an only a few conversations she has softened me; so that I can better love my authentic self.
Written on Nov 18, 2022 after therapy with LeNora for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
LeNora is very easy to talk to and always have good techniques to help you get through. She is very knowledgeable and helpful. I feel at ease after my sessions.
Written on Nov 09, 2022 after therapy with LeNora for 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and anger management
LeNora is my first therapist. She’s very attentive to my concerns and has already helped me so much. Very excited to continue our work together.
Written on Nov 08, 2022 after therapy with LeNora for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, and anger management
LeNora is a godsend. She helped me view my life from a completely different angle.
Written on Oct 28, 2022 after therapy with LeNora for 1 month on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I loved my sessions with LeNora. I felt like I was truly being heard and that my concerns were taken seriously. I always enjoyed her kind, thoughtful responses.
Written on Sep 05, 2022 after therapy with LeNora for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and compassion fatigue
Easy to talk with.
Written on Jul 14, 2022 after therapy with LeNora for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Today was my first session with LeNora and she was very comforting from beginning to end!
Written on Jun 21, 2022 after therapy with LeNora for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes
Outstanding professional with excellent customer care. Would highly recommend her services to any of my colleagues and Sailors.
Written on May 31, 2022 after therapy with LeNora for 4 months on issues concerning relationship issues
LeNora know how to direct questions appropriately to gain a better understanding of my needs.
Written on May 06, 2022 after therapy with LeNora for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, coping with life changes, and adhd
I felt comfortable with LeNora Black after my first session. She listens and gives great advice.
I have learned how to deal with my day to day stress a whole lot better.
Written on May 01, 2022 after therapy with LeNora for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, self esteem, relationship issues, and anger management
LeNora is a wonderful therapist, she is very attentive, willing to listen, and insightful. We've managed to work together and engage consistently, and she has pointed out workable solutions to the issues I was having, as well as assigning valuable resources to read/work on to aid my journey to healing/improving.
Written on Apr 15, 2022 after therapy with LeNora for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and adhd
She is knowledgeable and amazing! So happy I have started this journey.
Written on Apr 14, 2022 after therapy with LeNora for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and compassion fatigue
She has been on point and absolutely the best match for me. She has equipment with helpful tools and ways to work through my challenges. Thank you so much. Ms. Black is the best!!!
Written on Apr 05, 2022 after therapy with LeNora for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, anger management, and adhd
I have recommended my therapist to several people
Written on Mar 23, 2022 after therapy with LeNora for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Lenora has been a life changer for me. It’s great to have tools abs resources to help me along the way to growth. She always listens and is understanding.
Written on Feb 03, 2022 after therapy with LeNora for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes
I love working with LeNora. She gives me space to work through things on my own, but also steps in to offer guidance when needed. She listens, making me feel heard and comfortable to talk to her, and also gives me tools that help me in self soothing and healing. Thank you, LeNora!
Written on Jan 28, 2022 after therapy with LeNora for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, self esteem, addictions, and coaching
Very attentive, insightful, and adept at catching my blind spots. I benefit tremendously from working with LeNora and look forward to continuing to grow with her. So grateful to her and BetterHelp.
Written on Jan 26, 2022 after therapy with LeNora for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, career difficulties, and coaching
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