Shenandoah is home to the Earl May Seed Company, in operation for 100 years, and was once referred to as the “seed and nursery center of the world.” Just think of all the flowers and vegetables that have been planted, nurtured, and prospered throughout the years in this small town!

There’s a saying that goes “Bloom where you’re planted.” Do you feel like you’re “blooming” where you are in your life right now? If not, a mental health counselor can help you feel like you’re growing instead of stagnating. Even just a few sessions with a therapist can make a difference. Don’t just survive, thrive! Contact a Shenandoah-area counselor today and get started.

Psychologist Dr. Cynthia Agbayani providing different types of therapy in Shenandoah

Dr. Cynthia Agbayani

Clinician
License Type(s): PhD, LPC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issues
15 years offering treatment

I am a licensed professional counselor with over 25 years of experience counseling at-risk children, youth, adults, and families. My areas of special interest are attachment disorder, trauma, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, parenting, and severe mental illness. I have worked with clients of all ages with issues along the spectrum of mental illness from mild depression to schizophrenia. I am direct and empathic with people. My approach to counseling is person-centered and eclectic, combining attachment-focused therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, trauma-focused therapy, solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness to meet the needs of the individual/family. I believe in a collaborative approach to treatment and will work with you to develop a plan that meets your unique need(s). Change is hard and I will be there with you every step of your journey, cheering you on and guiding you to reach your goals and achieve mental wellness. I look forward to working with you.

Psychologist Merissa  Pryor providing different types of therapy in Shenandoah

Merissa Pryor

Clinician
License Type(s): MSW,LCSW,LLC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Family conflictsSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
8 years offering treatment

Sometimes in the journey of life we could all benefit from someone to journey with us during the difficult times. My name is Merissa and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have over eight years experience in individual counseling as well as advocacy, and mental and emotional health. I specialize in empowering individuals that may be struggling with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, or relationship issues. My main therapeutic approach includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as I believe there is so much power in learning how thoughts influence behavior and emotion and then changing those negative patterns. I also incorporate holistic counseling and solution based therapy among other treatment approaches and tailor my approach to your needs. I am empathetic, non-judgmental, and very passionate about the work I do. I enjoy being able to help others heal, grow and achieve their goals. I am excited about beginning this journey with you!

Psychologist Melissa Marks providing different types of therapy in Shenandoah

Melissa Marks

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepression
10 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Virginia with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I also have experience working with depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Psychologist Anita Willoughby providing different types of therapy in Shenandoah

Anita Willoughby

Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteemCoping with life changes
10 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Virginia with over 20 years of professional work experience supporting individuals through tough times and situations. My strength is helping people through challenges triggered by stress, anxiety, and trauma recovery. I work toward supporting individuals who want to increase their motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. l tailor treatment to meet each person's unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first step. I am here to align with you in your efforts toward self-care, empowerment, healing, learning, and growing.

Psychologist Dr. T'Airra Belcher providing different types of therapy in Shenandoah

Dr. T'Airra Belcher

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyLGBTTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
9 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Louisiana and Virginia with 9 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, lgbtq+ related issues, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Psychologist Martha Barlow providing different types of therapy in Shenandoah

Martha Barlow

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyGriefDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
35 years offering treatment

My name is Marty Barlow. I am a licensed professional counselor in Virginia and I’ve worked for 35 years with clients in a variety of therapy settings: a pastoral counseling center, a private practice, and a college counseling center among them. I have seen many individuals who were dealing with stress and anxiety, grief and loss, depression, & adapting to serious life transitions. I believe it is less difficult to work through hard life circumstances if we have as a companion a competent and non-judgmental listener and counselor.. Taking the first step toward a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Psychologist Newzaira Khan providing different types of therapy in Shenandoah

Newzaira Khan

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changes
3 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Virginia with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy related issues, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. 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!

Psychologist Pamela Smith-Graham providing different types of therapy in Shenandoah

Pamela Smith-Graham

Clinician
License Type(s): LPC,Approved Supervisor of Counselor ,Certified Pre-admission screener
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefDepression
6 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Virginia with 21 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss. I work with my clients to create an open, supportive, 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. “My approach to therapy is to create a supportive environment using cognitive behavioral and solution-focused techniques to assist in achieving the personal wellness goals.”

Psychologist Leah Crawford providing different types of therapy in Shenandoah

Leah Crawford

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
7 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Virginia with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, abuse, motivation, self- esteem, & confidence. I also have experience working with substance abuse and understand the difficulty beginning that journey. 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 excited to help you find your best self.

Psychologist Dorothy Taylor providing different types of therapy in Shenandoah

Dorothy Taylor

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemDepression
10 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Colorado with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. 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.

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Types of therapists available to clients in Shenandoah

Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in Shenandoah that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.

Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform

Mental health therapists in Shenandoah available through BetterHelp are accredited to help individuals and couples. Shenandoah therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Shenandoah therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Shenandoah region and in the state of Virginia.

How a therapist can help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want 

Therapists in Shenandoah can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Shenandoah may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment. 

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