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Family therapy and counseling in Norfolk, VA
Top family therapists in Norfolk, VA
Strengthen family bonds in Norfolk with Headway's compassionate therapists experienced in family dynamics, communication, and conflict resolution. Our 1,057 licensed providers offer flexible in-person and virtual sessions to help your family thrive together.
Laneka Montgomery is a compassionate therapist with experience supporting individuals navigating stress, trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, and life transitions, including end-of-life concerns. She works with adults, women, and couples facing relationship challenges and emotional distress.
Laneka is committed to creating a supportive, affirming space where clients feel heard and valued.
I'm Symone Lyles (she/her/hers), a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). My work is grounded in the belief that you are the expert of your own healing. I’m here to guide and support steady, intentional growth at a pace that feels safe and authentic.
Like a turtle with its shell, you carry your protection wherever you go. I aim to create a space that balances comfort and challenge through connection, humor, and honesty while supporting you to come out of your shell.
My goal is to help clients develop greater awareness, resilience, and alignment between who they are and how they want to show up in the world.
As a licensed therapist with over three decades of experience, I am dedicated to making a difference in the well being of my clients' lives. Over the years my clients have included individuals, couples, and Family from diverse backgrounds, spanning various ages, and life stages. My areas of expertise include: depression, anxiety, life transitions, grief, life and work stress, parenting issues, conflict management, and issues relating to family life. I approach therapy from a humanistic and interpersonal perspective, as well as use strategies from cognitive behavioral theory. I am compassionate, strive to be a supportive person in my clients' lives. I approach every client feeling eager to get to know them so we can address what they need from their therapy experience .
Hi! I'm Patricia (Patsy). I have thirty years of psychotherapy experience. I have worked in the public and private sectors. I have a Master's and a PhD in Counselor Education. My experience includes working with individuals who have experienced: substance abuse, depression, anxiety, stress, ADD/ADHD, chronic pain, adjustment issues, grief, PTSD, and childhood trauma/abuse, I enjoy working with clients who are looking for personal growth.
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Factors to Consider When Choosing a Family Therapist in Norfolk, VA
Searching for family therapists in Norfolk starts with finding someone whose experience matches what your family is working through. Family therapy can support parenting conflict, adolescent challenges, blended family dynamics, co-parenting concerns, and communication across generations. Family therapists are trained to work with the relational system, not just one person, so their bios may mention work with parents, children, siblings, couples, or extended family members. As you compare options, look for listed specialties, therapy approaches, and experience with the age groups involved.
In Norfolk, a usable match often depends on both location and scheduling. You may prefer an in-person therapist near home, school, or work, while virtual appointments can make it easier to include family members in different places or with different schedules. Family therapy sessions may include the full family, smaller groups, or individual members at different points in care. Before booking, read each therapist’s profile to understand their session structure, availability, communication style, and whether they offer a free phone consultation to discuss fit.
Family therapy in Norfolk can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower your out-of-pocket cost and make ongoing care easier to plan for. Headway lets you search for therapists who are accepting new patients, enter your insurance details, and see estimated session costs before you book. From there, you can review bios, compare virtual and in-person options, and book directly when you’re ready.
If anyone in your family is experiencing or worried about abuse, threats, or coercion, joint family or couples therapy usually isn't the right starting point — individual support is safer. The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline (1-800-422-4453) and National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.
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