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Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in Chesapeake, VA

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Top prenatal and postpartum therapists and psychiatrists in Chesapeake, VA

Chesapeake residents experiencing postpartum mental health challenges can access compassionate, evidence-based care through Headway's network of 1,065 providers. From talk therapy to medication management, our providers offer personalized support tailored to your postpartum journey. Sessions are available as soon as next day, with free intake consultations to help you find the right fit.

Shamella Joy

Shamella Joy

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I have navigated my own journey through trauma, extreme stress and motherhood, and I understand firsthand how transformative and disorienting seasons of life can be.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jason Frazier

Jason Frazier

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My clinical approach is primarily focused on an attachment-based therapy called Emotionally-Focused Therapy.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Eva Pastalkova

Dr. Eva Pastalkova

Psychologist

Virtual • Virginia


“Working with me will allow you to make significant and lasting changes in your life and increase your insight, self-knowledge, and self-reflection.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ashley Hutchens

Ashley Hutchens

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“For the last seven years, I have been working in a community mental health setting with all ages and backgrounds.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Stacey Damkohler

Stacey Damkohler

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I blend evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, trauma-informed care, and person-centered techniques.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Shea Pines

Shea Pines

Therapist

Virtual • Herndon, VA


“My objective is to help my clients live in the present and make choices that align with their goals, values, and vision for the future.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Harris

Jennifer Harris

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Weber City, VA


“My approach to care is collaborative, compassionate, and individualized. I believe that every person deserves to feel heard, respected, and involved in decisions about their treatment.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Taiwan Piles

Dr. Taiwan Piles

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe therapy should be a liberating experience where you don't just survive but begin to truly thrive.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Heather Pruitt

Heather Pruitt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Virginia


“I integrate tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Julia Catlin

Dr. Julia Catlin

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


My name is Dr. Julia Catlin, and I am so glad you’re here. I am a licensed psychotherapist based in Las Vegas, NV, and I provide psychotherapy via telehealth throughout Nevada and Virginia. My passion: creating a space for meaningful, transformative psychotherapy. I have been in the mental health field since 2013, but in the last few years, I have focused on providing treatment to military veterans and dependents, as well as industry professionals and performing artists.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tamedra Biernacki

Tamedra Biernacki

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe clients are the experts on their own lives, and that therapy works best when you feel genuinely seen, heard, and accepted.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lakesh Rivera

Lakesh Rivera

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, client-centered, and strengths-based. I focus on creating a safe, supportive space while using practical, evidence-based strategies...”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Demetria Buie

Dr. Demetria Buie

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe therapy should be a space where all parts of you are seen and honored, whether you're carrying generational wounds, navigating a major life transition, or seeking greater alignment in your personal or professional life.”
Maternal mental health, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elisabeth Moreno

Elisabeth Moreno

Therapist

Virtual • Alexandria, VA


“My style is empathetic, understanding, caring, supportive, and encouraging. My goal is to empower clients to overcome challenges in their lives.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Magda Evans

Magda Evans

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I use techniques like CBT to help you understand your thoughts and feelings, and develop practical ways to handle challenges.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Winfred Alarcon

Winfred Alarcon

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I work to nurture my clients' sensitivities, strengths, hopes, and desires for a meaningful and fulfilling existence.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Laveena Khanchandani

Dr. Laveena Khanchandani

Psychologist

Virtual • Fairfax, VA


“Dr. Khanchandani functions from the foundation for a positive experience in therapy which first begins with establishing a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Heather Hall Jones

Heather Hall Jones

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“I will share personal experience that increases my qualifications more than any academic award or certification as my value as a clinician is intricately intertwined with my experiences as a human.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Stephanie Geiger

Stephanie Geiger

Therapist

Virtual • Charlottesville, VA


I work with individuals, couples, and families of all ages. I have a Masters in Clinical Health Psychology and a Masters in Nutrition/Dietetics, which helps lend to a holistic approach to my work with clients. I commonly work with health behavioral change, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, ADHD, OCD, and relationship change. My treatment approach utilizes a biopsychosocial lense in long-term therapy based in psychodynamic, strengths-based, and integrative work in overall health. I utilize coping skills from CBT, DBT, ACT, and Mindfulness. I incorporated life-skills such a assertiveness, boundaries, and career.

I love the work that I do and the healing relationships I have been able to foster with my clients. I believe that therapy is a form of self-care and I want to be an advocate of that for my clients. I welcome anyone who thinks they may want some support, whether long-term or short-term to reach out to me and set up a brief phone consultation.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sorlyz Pagan

Sorlyz Pagan

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to face life's challenges alone. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, stress, or a major life transition, I provide a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard and understood.

I'm Sorlyz, a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Therapist with over eight years of experience helping children, adolescents, and adults. My background includes extensive work with individuals who have experienced severe trauma, as well as first-generation and Spanish-speaking clients navigating cultural identity, family expectations, and life's many demands. This experience allows me to connect with people from diverse backgrounds and tailor therapy to each person's unique needs.

Together, we'll build practical coping skills, strengthen resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Teanna Diggs

Teanna Diggs

Therapist

Virtual • Arlington, VA


“I specialize in supporting individuals through life's complex transitions and personal growth journeys.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gerardo Rivera

Gerardo Rivera

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


I am a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental healthcare. With a strong background in both nursing and psychiatric care, I am passionate about reducing the stigma surrounding mental health and empowering individuals to reclaim their quality of life. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, Schizophrenia Spectrum and Other Psychotic Disorders, sleep disorder, cognitive disorder, and trauma across the lifespan. I have experience working in both inpatient and outpatient settings and have a strong understanding of evidence-based practices for treating mental illness in adults.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tesa Brody-Wrye

Tesa Brody-Wrye

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Berryville, VA


“I believe therapy works best when you feel genuinely heard, respected, and safe enough to be yourself.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Meghan Downey

Dr. Meghan Downey

Psychologist

Virtual • Virginia


“Dr. Downey's approach is warm, curious, and genuine. She believes everyone's path to healing is unique and care should be individualized as a reflection of that.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Eating disorders, Family issues
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Christopher Belcher

Christopher Belcher

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“U.S Army Veteran and Graduate of Liberty University, General practitioner with specialized training in working with trauma, children, families, attachment and play.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Abdul Kawa

Abdul Kawa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach to care is holistic, warm, and solution-oriented. I believe that effective treatment begins with truly listening to your story...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Ann Inouye

Dr. Ann Inouye

Psychologist

Virtual • Virginia


“With Hawaiian roots and training from Yale/Brown, I offer holistic therapy for trauma, emotion dysregulation, depression, & anxiety.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Yates

Emily Yates

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe that counseling creates the opportunity for individuals to learn, grow, and eventually thrive.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Christine Hitchins

Christine Hitchins

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe we all have deep capacities for healing and for returning to our own innate wisdom and wholeness.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Petra Gross

Petra Gross

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I specialize in working with adults navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, and family of origin issues. My particular passion lies in supporting minorities and mothers through all stages of motherhood...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rebecca Hernandez

Rebecca Hernandez

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I strive to create a compassionate, collaborative, and culturally responsive space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered to grow.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Energetic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amariah Williams

Amariah Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe therapy should feel like a safe, supportive space where you can show up exactly as you are.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Marissa Kris

Marissa Kris

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I hope to create a welcoming space where people feel like I'm a trusted partner as we navigate through whatever season of life they are in.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nadine Leonard

Nadine Leonard

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I approach therapy from a trauma informed lens and collaborate with clients to ensure their needs are being met.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Deborah Huntsinger

Deborah Huntsinger

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I have certification and extensive training for working with individuals having ADHD, Anger Management, and Autism.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jenny Chin

Jenny Chin

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I am dedicated to providing compassionate and effective support to individuals and families in need.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Moriah Lett

Moriah Lett

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe in treating the whole person, not just the presenting problem, and I have the space and dedication to truly invest in each client I work with.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tara Beach

Tara Beach

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I will always be me and believe that this helps people feel safe when building a connection with me, a human being rather than a blank slate expert.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Alison Sarah Adler

Alison Sarah Adler

Therapist

Virtual • Richmond, VA


“I have been a therapist for more than 2 decade and am tremendously grateful to be doing something I love.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julia Scales-Shifflett

Julia Scales-Shifflett

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Virginia Licensed Clinical Social Worker, several years of experience providing services with diverse people and diverse issues. I am passionate about providing safe places for healing and wellness. As a mother myself, I enjoy supporting pregnant and postpartum individuals through the challenges that come with childbirth and recovery. I have completed advanced training through Postpartum Support International.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our therapists who support maternal mental health in Chesapeake, VA

Number of therapists serving Chesapeake, VA
There are over 1,050 therapists in Chesapeake, VA accepting new patients.
1,050+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Maternal mental health
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 92%Stress management
  • 85%Women's issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 97%Aetna
  • 84%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 84%Cigna
  • 42%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 8%Spanish
  • 2%French
  • 1%Hindi
  • 1%Farsi
How they see their clients
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  • 90%Online only
  • 10%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 94%Woman
  • 6%Man
License types
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  • 40%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 36%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 12%Nurse Practitioner
  • 5%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 4%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 40%Family therapy
  • 27%Couples therapy
  • 18%Child or adolescent therapy

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