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Anxiety and depression therapists and psychiatrists in Newport News, VA


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With over three decades of dedicated psychiatric experience, I bring a unique, comprehensive perspective to mental health care. My journey spans more than 30 years in the field, including 18 years as an advance practice Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and adult medical prescriber. Having cared for individuals of all ages during my foundational years as a registered nurse, I understand the deep complexities of human development, behavioral health and substance abuse disorders. My passion for elevating patient care has allowed me to lead, mentor, and collaborate with teams of nurses across multiple states and healthcare systems. This expansive network keeps me at the forefront of modern, evidence-based treatments and diverse clinical practices. I am deeply committed to empowering my patients through personalized, empathetic and expert care. Whether you are navigating a life transition, managing a chronic mental health condition, or seeking support for substance recovery, my wealth of knowledge ensures you receive top-tier, specialized guidance. Together we will build a tailored path toward lasting wellness, balance and healing.
I received my bachelor's from James Madison University and a Master of Arts from Lesley University in Expressive Therapy.
Life is hitting you hard right now and maybe you're stuck, feel alone, struggle accomplishing tasks, struggle with the way your mind works, or you feel like there's not much meaning in your life. I am Michael Sheffield and alongside obtaining Master's degree, I have been working with people for 4 years. My life and training lead me towards these challenges, my listed treatment areas, as well as self-judgement, relationship stress, pessimism, anger, life building, workaholism, & chronic pain.
As a therapist, I have a strong passion for working with pregnancy and the postpartum parent. This includes the whole perinatal period, birth, postpartum, infertility, and loss. In addition to those populations, I have over 12 years of experience working with specializations such as major life transitions, anxiety, adult adhd, depression, PTSD and complex trauma.
About our therapists who can help with anxiety and depression in Newport News, VA



- 99%Anxiety
- 95%Depression
- 87%Stress management
- 76%Relationship issues
- 76%Trauma

- 98%Aetna
- 88%Cigna
- 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 49%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey

- 99%English
- 6%Spanish
- 1%French
- 1%Hindi
- 1%Urdu

- 93%Online only
- 7%In-person or online

- 83%Woman
- 17%Man

- 41%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 39%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 12%Nurse Practitioner
- 4%Psychologist
- 3%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist

- 99%Individual therapy
- 34%Family therapy
- 23%Couples therapy
- 12%Child or adolescent therapy
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