I have been a licensed mental health counselor in the state of Virginia for the past 25 years. I am licensed in Professional Counseling; Marriage and Family Counseling and Addictions. I have a PhD in Counseling and Education. My primary focus and experience is working with Anxiety and Depression especially with those who have suffered trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). I am also focused on addiction of all kinds to include: substance abuse, drug addition, workaholism, alcoholism, and addiction to exercise. I have worked with adolescents, their families, and adults with addiction and dual disorders for the past 25 years. Working with parents dealing with addiction in their teenagers is also one of my expertise. I wrote a book, "Teenland: A Parent's Guide to Navigating the World of Adolescence" (which can be gotten through me directly) which helps parents parent adolescents. Addictions I have worked with included alcohol, illicit substances, and medication abuse. I have also worked with professionals (doctors, nurses, CEOs, police officers, etc.) who were dealing with work addiction (aka workaholic) and their family members . I have helped those with PTSD through a program headquartered in Las Vegas called "Ponies North." This program is for veterans who are suffering with PTSD and other mood disorders. In addition to PTSD I have worked extensively with those with anxiety disorders to include Social Anxiety Disorder, Body Dysmorphia,and General Anxiety Disorder. My approaches includes Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered, Solution Focused therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Neuro Linguistic Programing . Change is possible no matter how old you are or what the issues are. I can help guide you to whatever changes you decide you want. Our work is a partnership. I am an expert on change and you are the expert on you.

I hold a BSW, MSW, and DSW. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Virginia and North Carolina and an Approved Clinical Supervisor. Drawing upon extensive experience with at-risk youth, individuals, and families in crisis and those facing situational challenges, I provides individual, family, and couple’s therapy. I am also involved in my community through my church, professional, and international organizations. As a professional with over nearly two decades of training in multiple specialty areas with mandated and non-mandated clients, I bring practical life experience to my view of the world. Seeking support is a powerful step toward your journey to a more fulfilling life. My desire is to help you feel more powerful, find peace, become more self-aware, and become your best self. I utilize cognitive-behavior therapy, family systems therapy, family stress models, and solution-focused therapy as appropriate. At times, we are able to manage and maintain our lives through the challenges it brings but at other times, we need some additional support. I look forward to the opportunity to work with you and help you identify and use your strengths to facilitate your goals for growth and change.

I am a clinically trained social worker with more than 40 years of experience. My treatment specialties include depression, anxiety, and grief counseling. I assist with the resolution of work-related concerns. I am also a trained life coach, helping people make decisions related to changes they would like to have in their lives while achieving work/life balance. I also provide behavior modification, problem-solving, and motivation therapy. I work with couples of all kinds, knowing that being a couple or family cannot be defined only in the traditional sense. I take a broad view in this area. The basis for my efforts is insight therapy. I encourage those who work with me to consider how their decisions and actions enhance or impair the attainment of their goals. This type of understanding is critical for making meaningful life changes. My work is for and about you! We will go as far and as fast as you are able. Although I offer clarity in recognizing the issues that concern you, I will never take you where you do not want to go. Our work will be free of judgment, allowing you to speak and respond openly. I will always respect you and value what you share with me. You have made the right decision by embarking on a therapeutic relationship. I hope you choose me to help guide you on that journey.

I offer adult individual therapy, specializing in working with the effects of trauma, rape, military sexual trauma, life stress, and transitions. My clinical work includes helping people connect with their authentic self to build inner resilience and self-awareness, reduce anxiety/depression, and improve relationships. Therapy is a collaborative process that allows one to be fully seen and deeply heard while growing empathy and understanding of self through examining past wounds, current stressors, and challenging themes that keep showing up unresolved. My work utilizes a variety of modalities tailored to each client, with a strong focus on establishing a warm and nonjudgmental atmosphere. Therapy encourages the undoing of patterns and thus requires a safe place to learn and practice new ideas at a pace that feels right for you. My approach is built on compassion and acceptance. It would be an honor to walk this path with clients as they develop self-worth, relationship stability, and trust.

I have 10 years experience working in inpatient and outpatient mental health treatment centers, and I hold masters degrees in Social Service Administration and Public Policy with a concentration in Healthcare Administration. I dedicated my early career to mental health research and advocacy. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois, I have worked with clients from diverse backgrounds to address anxiety, depression, substance abuse, family and relationship conflicts, career stress, and low self-esteem. I always start with genuine empathy to create a safe, nonjudgemental space. I want my clients to feel comfortable being vulnerable and sharing their concerns. My eclectic treatment interventions pull primarily from behavioral, cognitive and motivational interviewing perspectives. I work together with my clients to find a strategy that specifically addresses their needs. Through developing coping skills, such as social functioning tools, healthy boundaries and positive self-talk, I want to help empower my clients to improve their quality of life.

"And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom." ~ Anais Nin Hello. My name is Karen Gano, and I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in New Mexico, Colorado, Maine, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, the District of Columbia, and Australia. I received my Masters degree in Social Work from the University of Pittsburgh, and I have over 30 years of clinical counseling experience. My specialty is what I call Empowerment Counseling. I have a Motivational Interviewing style, and I use Compassion-Focused, Client-Centered, Solution Focused Brief (SFBT), Mindfulness, and Strength Based therapies to assist clients in improving their outlook and life. I have a holistic and goal oriented practice, working primarily with women who are going through some type of life transition whether it be separation, divorce, career changes, relocation, empty nest, illness, etc. I also provide counseling to healthcare workers as I have been a practicing medical social worker throughout my career, and I have worked in trauma, emergency medicine, critical care, oncology, palliative care, and domestic abuse. We can all benefit from talking to someone now and again. It is my primary goal to empower clients so that they can build and expand their "team," discover their voice, increase self-awareness and esteem, and make wanted changes in their life. My professional and personal mantra is "Self-Care + Time = Healing." I can help you with healthy coping strategies and tools to guide you from surviving to thriving. I very much look forward to working with you!

Hi! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 6 years of experience working with children, families, couples, and adults. The majority of my work has been in the foster care and adoption sector helping children in foster care, children being adopted, foster parents, and adoptive parents navigate mental health struggles and familial issues. I have worked with clients on a variety of topics including the adoption process, parenting challenges, managing mental health, life planning, and traumatic experiences. The clients I have seen come from a wide range of backgrounds and have an array of diagnoses including, but not limited to, generalized anxiety disorder, posttraumatic stress syndrome, depression, conduct disorder, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. My counseling style is diverse and flexible to the clients I serve. The approach that I use is tailored to each individual client in an effort to best address the concerns or needs identified. I specialized in trauma-based work that is client-centered. Every client has a path and counseling is a journey that we can take together. You set the pace and lead the way. I look forward to meeting with you, learning about your journey and helping you find your path!

I am licensed in Virginia with 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I also have experience working with depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I am licensed in Virginia with 4 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with parenting issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & coping with life changes. I also have experience working with executive and professional coaching. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I believe you are the expert on you, and I am thrilled to join you on this journey of healing, finding purpose, and gaining the ability to grow from your experience. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Hello all you Arrows!! I am Gina (Mia) - a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Virginia with over 7 years of experience in the field. Specializing in working with younger populations and in the area of trauma, I am dedicated to helping clients overcome a range of mental health issues, including depression, stress, and anxiety, coping with addictions, LGBT-related issues, trauma and abuse. I also provide couples counseling and am familiar in Gottmans theories and methods. I believe that each client is the expert of their own story, and i am committed to empowering YOU to tap into your own strengths and overcome the challenges you face. I understand that seeking therapy takes courage and is a brave journey. I am dedicated to supporting and guiding YOU on yours journey towards a more fulfilling and happier life. Think of me link the bow, and you the arrow. All I am doing is pointing you in the direction that is right for you. I have a compassionate persona centered approach, combined with extensive experience and knowledge in the field. I will make an excellent choice for anyone looking for a therapist who truly cares about their well-being. Whether you are looking for support in overcoming a specific issue or simply seeking a more fulfilling life, I am here to help YOU. In addition to her work experience, I have a deep understanding of the latest research and treatment modalities in the field. I use an integrative approach, drawing from various evidence-based therapies, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-focused therapy, and mindfulness-based practices, to create a personalized treatment plan for you. I also have training in TF-CBT, play therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Nurturing Parenting and ASAM (Addiction). My latest area of interests includes how to create a healthy video gaming mentality and the effects of social media on human empathy. I also place a great emphasis on the importance of building a strong therapeutic relationship with clients. I desire to create and foster a safe and non-judgmental space where you can feel comfortable opening up and exploring your thoughts and feelings. Additionally, I am an ally and advocate and member of the LGBTQ+ community, and POC, and any oppressed community. My focus is geared toward providing a welcoming and accepting environment for all individuals, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, race, ethnicity or culture. Outside of my professional work, I am an avid supporter of the local community here in VA and believe in giving back. I regularly volunteer my time and expertise to organizations that help individuals dealing with mental health concerns, particularly those that support the LGBTQ+ community. If you are looking for a therapist who will listen, understand, and guide you on your journey towards healing and growth, look no further! With my vast experience, compassionate approach, and support for the community, I am ready to help you achieve your goals and live a happier and more fulfilling life.

I am licensed in Virginia with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience working from youth ages 4-17 and adults ages 18-60. I have experiences primarily working with individuals with anxiety, depression, adhd, trauma, and personality disorders. I am religious/spiritual and can compliment that side of your needs if you so prefer. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

I am licensed in Virginia with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

I am licensed in Florida and Virginia with 12 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, bipolar disorder, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

I am licensed in New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Virginia with 7 years of professional work experience in Counseling. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, coping with grief and loss, anger management, motivation, self-esteem, and depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

I am licensed in Virginia with 15 years of professional work experience working with families. I have experience in helping clients with parenting issues, family issues, stress & anxiety, and ADHD among other things. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.