Supportive, Non-Judgmental, Evidence-Based Therapists for Anxiety, Depression,
OCD, Trauma and PTSD, Panic Attacks, ADHD, and more in North Chesterfield, Virginia!
Panic Attacks
Panic Disorder is caused by a fear of panic attacks. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy teaches you to calm down and to not fear panic so that you are less likely to have panic attacks. Most people completely stop having panic attacks in less than 4 months of therapy with this approach.
Anxiety
Cognitive Behavioral Therapists help you learn to think and act in ways that significantly reduce the emotional experience of anxiety. What’s more, we often find that depression starts with anxiety-based avoidance. We will help make it easier to stop avoiding, and start engaging life, in new, more fulfilling ways. Click the picture above to read more.
Depression
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy directly addresses the causes of depression. We are validating and supportive. But we do not believe that is enough. Our therapists give you real, evidence-based skills. And we help you understand your depression so that you are able to maintain your gains after therapy. Click the picture above to read more.
Teens
Teenagers face a unique set of challenges – and adults often really don’t get it. We have therapists who specialize in helping teens and young adults cope with stress, more effectively adapt to complicated social situations, find motivation to succeed, and better understand and regulate their emotions, along with all of the other services that we provide for adults. Click the image above to read more.
Stress Management
Like anxiety, stress is a normal part of life. But sometimes it overwhelms us – driving interpersonal conflict, sleep and health problems, and even depression. We will help you identify and understand more obvious and more underlying factors that are causing stress to be a chronic problem, how to reduce stress, and how to overcome barriers to doing what you know you need to do.
Complex Trauma
Many of our clients have a history of childhood trauma or a series of traumas that have occurred over time. Sometimes these events are hard to digest, and need to be processed over a period of time. Our therapists will help you process trauma at your own pace.
OCD
People with OCD either have irrational thoughts they can’t get out of their head, or they have an irresistible urge to do something (not including addictions). These urges lead to repetitive behaviors that get in the way of life. These thoughts are extremely distressing and often lead to avoidant behaviors. Exposure and Ritual Prevention therapy virtually eliminates the distress and impairment of OCD in about 70% of people. We know how to do it, and we have a lot of experience.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Our approach to PTSD – Cognitive Processing Therapy – is considered one of the two Gold Standards of PTSD treatments. Unlike other approaches such as EMDR and Prolonged Exposure (the other “best treatment”), it does not force you to re-experience the trauma. Cognitive Process Therapy helps you examine beliefs about the meaning of the trauma that gets you stuck in unproductive cycles, without eliciting emotion. Check out NPR’s “This American Life” podcast episode on Cognitive Processing Therapy here.
Support & Problem-Solving
Sometimes we just need someone to talk to, and to help us work through struggles. A lot of our clients have a hard time articulating what they feel or what they want. Many have difficulty making big (or little) decisions, making or keeping friends, or talking to their partner.
In-Person or Virtual in our North Chesterfield Office
Rob Young, PsyD
Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Practice Owner
Anxiety and OCD
I have extensive training and 22 years of experience specializing in anxiety, OCD, and marital therapy (I no longer provide couples therapy). I also have training and experience treating PTSD and depression. I help my clients understand what is going on and how to fix it. I believe that therapy should not be about endlessly recounting your past. It should be about moving forward. I might be the most direct, goal-based therapist that you will find. I’m really nice, and I use humor. Click here to read more about Dr. Young.
Byra Ciccolo, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Adults
I help my clients gain perspective. An important part of our work together often involves exploring your story, sitting with your truth and slowly changing the relationship with your pain. I have a special interest in treating adults navigating perinatal anxiety and depression as well as transitions associated with relationships, parenthood, and loss. My approach is both supportive and grounded in empathy while still being guided by evidence-based methods that are more effective than just talking. Click here to read more about Byra.
Jenny Heatwole, MSW
Supervisee in Clinical Social Work
Teens (12+) and Adults
I use a compassionate and evidence-based approach to empower clients to reclaim control over their lives. My goal is to help clients move forward with confidence instead of being held back by past pain. I specialize in working with individuals experiencing PTSD, overthinking, self-esteem challenges, major life transitions, and relationship concerns. I am known for being genuine, approachable, and non-judgmental and have experience supporting adolescents, teens, and adults across various settings. Click here to learn more about Jenny.
Mike Pease, MSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Teens and Adults
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Cognitive Processing Therapy (a form of CBT specifically for PTSD). I have a special interest in treating PTSD/trauma, addiction, anxiety, and depression. It is my priority to create a safe, comfortable space and therapeutic relationship that cultivates healing, understanding, and growth, and to empower meaningful change. I am skilled in both short-term, symptom-focused, and long-term exploratory therapy. Click here to read more about Mike.
Malissa Watterson, MSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
I have experience and training working with teens and adults, but I have a special interest in working with adults, particularly mothers experiencing perinatal anxiety and mood disorders. I am very accepting and easy to relate to, and I am serious about following evidence-based guidelines. I only see clients virtually.
Teens (16+) and Adults
In-Person or Virtual in our Charlottesville Office
John Snyder, MS
Teens and Adults
Licensed Professional Counselor
I am supportive and non-judgmental. I have 16 years of experience, including working in some very difficult and complex settings, and I have been in this practice since 2016. I help adolescents, teens and adults adjust to and navigate difficult life circumstances such as trauma, grief, divorce, bullying, big life transitions, relationship issues, including friendships, stress from school and work, and addictions. I grew up in Midlothian, and miss living here.
Anna Harris, MSW
Supervisee in Clinical Socialwork
Children (10+), Teens & Adults
I work with adolescents (10+), teens, and adults who are dealing with anxiety, depression, panic, trauma, and life’s other challenges. I’ve had the chance to support clients in schools, inpatient programs, and through intensive in-home therapy. My approach is strengths-based and solution-focused, and I aim to create a warm, collaborative space where your identity, boundaries, and goals are always respected. Click here to learn more about Anna.
Meredith Vizzini, MS
Licensed Professional Counselor
Ages 18 and up
I provide a safe, open, and empathic therapeutic atmosphere where, as partners, we’ll work together to address the challenges you are facing. While daily life is stressful, I aim to make counseling approachable and attainable by utilizing a step-by-step approach to help you create manageable meaningful changes in your daily life. My focus is helping adults and teens, ages 16 and up, cope with anxiety, depression, stress, and adjustment to life changes.
Ariel Diehl, MSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Adolescents, Teens, Adults
If you’re feeling stuck or overwhelmed, you don’t have to face it alone. I help teens and adults move through anxiety, depression, PTSD, confidence challenges, and major life transitions with a warm, strengths-based approach. Together, we’ll challenge unhelpful thoughts, build resilience, and create meaningful change so you can feel more grounded and fulfilled. Click here to read more about Ariel.
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