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Crystal Linkous

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LCSW
6 years of experience
Authentic
Warm
Empowering
Virtual
I am licensed Clinical Social Worker in Virginia with 6 years of professional experience. I am a mother to three adult children and a Mimi to my two young granddaughters. As a child, I always wanted to be a therapist and have always held a deep love for people. I love nothing more than to help people to process their lives and make changes that lead to peace and happiness. I see therapy as a way to encourage you to invest in yourself and I work as a cheerleader/guide in your life. I feel that it is a gift to walk through the darkest days of people's lives and to have the honor of watching them walk out the other side, stronger and more resilient.

Next available: Jul 8

Kristel Byrd

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LCSW
2 years of experience
Solution oriented
Authentic
Open-minded
Virtual
Hi, My name is Kristel. I am an LCSW who provides talk therapy via Telehealth. I am a multifaceted individual with a deep well of life experiences that inform my perspective. As a former military brat and spouse, I've intimately understood the complexities of life's transitions. My journey has taken me from being a stay-at-home mom to transitioning back into the workforce, granting me a unique appreciation for both roles. I'm a devoted mother of two children, and my path has been marked by significant challenges, including the struggle with infertility and profound grief. I proudly identify as a feminist and supporter of the LGBTQ+ community. These aspects of my identity deeply influence my approach to life and work. With a background in working with families, individuals, and children, I bring a wealth of experience. My personal journey has shaped my empathetic, compassionate, and inclusive perspective, which I offer as a source of support and understanding to those I work with.

Next available: Jun 27

Lydia Peters

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Lydia Peters profile image
LCSW
4 years of experience
Warm
Empowering
Virtual
My name is Lydia Peters, and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Virginia. I've worked in many different settings with different populations. I possess a vast amount of experience with the elderly along with individuals living with developmental disability, traumatic brain injury (TBI), mental illness, chemically addiction, homelessness, individual’s accused of sexual offense or sexually deviant behaviors , adults admitted to acute medicine & Veterans. I currently only offer Individual therapy services to adults 18 years old and up. A healthy therapeutic alliance brings forth a different perspective & additional support. Let's work together towards your success.

Next available: Jun 27

Dr. Denise B. Cleveland

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Dr. Denise B. Cleveland profile image
LCSW
20 years of experience
Virtual
Dr. Cleveland is a child, adolescent, adult, and family therapist. She has fifteen years of experience at The University of Alabama in educational research administration and twenty years in the mental health field. Dr. Cleveland holds a Bachelor’s from Judson College in Communications, Master’s and Doctorate in Education, and a Master’s in Social Work, all from The University of Alabama. She is licensed in AL, FL, and VA. Dr. Cleveland works with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing attention deficit disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, anxiety, depression, and other mental disorders. Dr. Cleveland serves as an Educational Consultant for Children, Adolescents, and College Students with behavioral and /or mental disorders experiencing academic difficulties. She assists with the development of educational accommodations and attends meetings as an advocate for parents and patients. She also works with divoricing families on co-parenting, parental alienation, visitation, and adjustment issues.

Next available: Jun 27

Maureen Macias

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LCSW
19 years of experience
Virtual
Welcome! The Ebbs and Flows of Life are something we all experience. We flow towards our hopes and dreams, while other times we may flow away. When your life ebbs it is like you are struggling against the current, and fighting your way through the current to grasp what is important to you. Perhaps the times you are flowing away are a result of relationship concerns, addiction, past trauma, anxiety or living with negativity. Like large rocks under the water, you may not be able to see them but they are creating obstacles in achieving your goals while potentially impacting both your health and well-being. I believe that by taking this step in seeking help you are interested in moving forward back to what is important to you. My role is to help you on your journey.

Next available: Jun 28

Antoinette Nipper

Antoinette Nipper profile image
LCSW
7 years of experience
Solution oriented
Authentic
Warm
Virtual
Life can be hard and just "raggedy" at times. I know and I get it. For some, reaching out for help is the last thing you may want to do but I would love to walk with you on your journey to healing. Would you believe me if I told you that the answers you are seeking are already within you? I will merely be your guide and safe place to allow you to discover these answers. There is so much more in store for you versus the current narrative you have been rehearsing to yourself. I have a passion for “meeting people where they are” by providing crisis management, solution focused therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy. I believe in providing quality services and working with those by addressing a wide range of issues including trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, poor self-esteem and stress management. I believe that therapy can assist one with identifying the root of recurring issues that challenges one’s well-being by developing healthy coping skills and gaining awareness.

Next available: Jul 2

Kristi Rakes

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Kristi Rakes profile image
LCSW
15 years of experience
Virtual
Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I graduated with my Master's in Social Work degree from UNC Chapel Hill in 2007. I am passionate about meeting you where you are, helping you navigate and explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors without judgement. If you are feeling ready to learn more about yourself and to find ways to develop more effective coping skills, reach out today!

Next available: Jul 15

Cynthia Richards

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LCSW
22 years of experience
Virtual
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and I have 22 years of experience in the behavioral healthcare field. My personal and professional values of acceptance, compassion, collaboration, creativity, cultural sensitivity, and confidentiality allow my approach to counseling to be compassionate, kind, and respectful. I will provide a nonjudgmental environment and will treat you with dignity and respect. I am here to help you focus on, you and your individual goals for treatment.

Next available: Jun 27

Joanna Macias

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LCSW
6 years of experience
Open-minded
Empowering
Virtual
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over thirty years of social work experience working with clients ages 18 and over through providing individual therapy and social work services for individuals in the community. We all go through life changes and transitions that cause feelings of depression and anxiety. I will provide a warm, safe, and nurturing environment for you to share your deepest concerns, thoughts and feelings.

Next available: Jun 27

Joleen Kim

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Joleen Kim profile image
LCSW
6 years of experience
Warm
Solution oriented
Virtual
Hi, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I live in Virginia Beach, Va and am licensed in Virginia, Utah, and Nevada. I received my MSW at The Catholic University of America and have been practicing therapy for 6 years. I feel that therapy is a gift you give yourself. I work online as a telehealth therapist. I enjoy meeting you where you are at and helping you get through the rough spots, whether it's finding your voice, identifying the obstacle and need for change, or just understanding from a different perspective. I work mainly with clients who have experience with anxiety, depression, and trauma in their life.

Next available: Jun 28

Wisline Edouard

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LCSW
9 years of experience
Empowering
Intelligent
Solution oriented
Virtual
My name is Wisline and I am a licensed clinical social worker with nine years of experience, I specialize in providing therapeutic support to individuals across the lifespan, including children, adolescents, adults, and couples. My expertise encompasses a range of mental health challenges, including depression, anxiety, trauma, school-related issues, and marital problems. Through evidence-based interventions and a compassionate approach, I strive to empower my clients to navigate life's difficulties and cultivate resilience. My extensive experience allows me to tailor my therapeutic interventions to meet the unique needs and goals of each individual or couple I work with.

Next available: Jul 1

Richara Turner

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Richara Turner profile image
LCSW
7 years of experience
Virtual
Meet Richara Shepperson-Turner, a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker, committed to guiding teens and young adults through life's challenges. Richara earned her Master's degree in Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University, where she cultivated a deep understanding of human behavior and therapeutic interventions. With a passion for helping individuals navigate familial dynamics and break recurring patterns, Richara specializes in treating a range of mental health concerns. Her expertise includes Mood disorders, Anxiety disorders, Depressive disorders, Trauma and Stress-related disorders, and Bipolar disorders. Richara's approach to therapy is holistic and integrative, blending various techniques and theoretical frameworks to tailor treatment to each client's unique needs. During sessions, she incorporates grounding exercises, meditation, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, among others. Driven by a desire to foster healing and growth, Richara is dedicated to preserving the family unit by addressing individual and generational traumas. Through therapeutic skills and interventions, she aims to cultivate awareness, connectivity, empowerment, and lasting change in her clients' lives. With Richara, you can expect a supportive and collaborative environment where you can explore your challenges and work towards a brighter future.

Next available: Jun 27

Michael Tinsley

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LCSW
1 year of experience
Open-minded
Solution oriented
Intelligent
Virtual
I am a Graduate of Howard University and UNC Charlotte, I have a BA in Psychology and a Masters in Social Work. I have a passion for working with individuals, couples and families who seek change to become happier, healthier and gain control over obstacles that are weighing them down. I have several years of experience in working with children, adults, and families, on a broad array of issues ranging from depression, anxiety, bipolar, ADHD, schizophrenia, substance abuse and trauma. I provide culturally competent care and use a Strength Based Approach when working with clients. I also specialize in helping African American males deal with oppressive systems and obstacles.

Next available: Jun 27

Robby Cale

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Robby Cale profile image
LCSW
Empowering
Solution oriented
Open-minded
Virtual
I feel that clients shouldn't have to be in therapy forever! While co-creating this process with you, I strive to balance my active listening with imparting active, hands-on techniques to help you reclaim your narrative and overcome obstacles in your path. I feel it's about more water rather than less soda, so to speak, and take both a clinical and holistic approach to helping you enhance alignment and experience deeper fulfillment in your journey. Along with my LCSW, I am trained in EMDR, certified in Theta Healing, Reiki, Transformational Life Coaching, and Therapeutic Touch, and Master Practitioner certified in Neuro Linguistic Programming, Hypnotherapy, and Time Line Therapy. I feel I provide a safe space where shame and judgements are left at the door, and we will explore your wants, needs, and feelings with curiosity and compassion. I feel it's very much a co-created process, as you know more about you than I ever will. The work is also far more about our uncovering your truth than you adopting mine. With that said, I have a wide array of modalities and approaches I feel I have quite dialed in, and we can collaboratively determine which tools and approaches best suit your needs. My hope is that our work together will help you feel not only hear and validated, but also empowered and aware of how to eat the elephant on your own going forward. I see this work as us walking side by side, with you gradually taking the lead with me supportively in your corner. If you have something pressing you wish to discuss in session, that will always take precedence. My job is ultimately to actively listen and hold space. With that said, if that's all I was doing, you'd inevitably say, "Robby, you're a nice guy. But I don't know how much we're actually getting done." To that end, I feel it's far more important to determine HOW you think rather than WHAT you think. So it tends to be important for us to explore unconscious limiting beliefs and emotions along with the conscious. You can also expect to learn clear and concise action steps (ranging from mindfulness exercises to creative writing prompts to holistic practices like meditation and breathwork) to help you regulate your emotions and reclaim your narrative. I feel that many people are hesitant to engage in therapy because they perceive a stigma tied to seeking support. After all, the notion of "mentally ill" does have a negative connotation. The way I see it, though the process is not about fixing a broken thing, but rather enhancing one's alignment and fulfillment (and okay, yes, also confronting obstacles to those pieces). But if the focus is on "Where am I trying to get to and how will I know that I got there?" where our work is to simply close the gap between here and there, it can help us leave shame and judgements at the door, and perhaps even enable you to look forward to increased awareness and empowerment in your journey forward.

Next available: Jun 27

Erin Shaffer

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LCSW
14 years of experience
Warm
Empowering
Open-minded
Virtual
My name is Erin and I am so glad you have decided to take care of you! Life can bring a variety of challenges and sometimes it is helpful to have extra support as you work to find healing, resolution and new ways to cope. I work with individuals struggling with a variety of concerns such as depression, anxiety, grief, self esteem and trauma. I used a strengths based, person centered approach to ensure we are not just looking at the problem that needs to be fixed but also help you understand your strengths that can help you meet your goals. I also use mindfulness based, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy informed techniques to help you move forward Whether you are feeling overwhelmed or managing a more complex stressor, I am here to help. Starting therapy can be scary, but you are making the right choice. In our sessions together, we will work as a team to develop goals and I will provide you with compassionate and evidenced based techniques to assist you in finding healing. I look forward to working with you!

Next available: Jul 1

Lucy Williams

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Lucy Williams profile image
LCSW
20 years of experience
Solution oriented
Empowering
Authentic
Virtual
Hi. My name is Lucy. Does there seem to be a challenge everywhere you look? Are you struggling with stressors at work, at home, or within your extended relationships? Are you dealing with feelings of overwhelm or having intrusive, worrying thoughts? Do you find it challenging to simply be kind to yourself? Regardless of your situation, I am so glad you are taking the steps to find support, and I hope that, together, we can discover what’s not working and get you back to balance. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 20 years of experience working with clients in various areas. These include crisis intervention, hospitalization and grief counseling, child protective services, foster care, parent coaching, mental health support, and intensive in-home therapeutic services. I believe that all individuals have an innate desire for well-balanced emotional/mental health. I enjoy helping people from all walks of life manage relationships, explore personal challenges, and turn their inner critic into a compassionate and empowering force in their lives. Reaching out for help can be quite overwhelming and you have taken the first step by seeking a therapist. My goal is to provide a safe space for healing and growth. In our sessions, you can be assured that you will be met with compassion and evidenced-based techniques to overcome the obstacles holding you back.

Next available: Jun 27

Louise Brillant Cremona

(she/her)

Louise Brillant Cremona profile image
LCSW
6 years of experience
Warm
Solution oriented
Empowering
Virtual
Greetings, My name is Louise and I hope this message finds you well. I am married, the mother of one grown child, and the grandmother of one. I want to introduce myself as someone who is passionate about helping others overcome life's challenges. If you've experienced childhood trauma, the loss of a loved one, or are struggling with work/life balance, I would be honored to collaborate with you. Using evidenced-based tools, we can explore your biopsychosocial and spiritual world to find your resources and areas to strengthen. My goal is to help you feel more at peace and understand why you react to certain situations the way you do. During our time together, I will provide a safe, empathetic, and objective environment for you to explore these areas of your life. With a background in teaching, biochemistry, and mental health treatment, as well as personal life experiences, I am here to help you discuss areas that are stressing you and utilize tools that will grow your toolbox. I look forward to the opportunity to work with you. Take care!

Next available: Jun 27

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