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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.

Romita Afzal

Romita Afzal

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach is collaborative and grounded in the belief that the source of healing is within you—and that everyone has the capacity to heal and grow.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Sherri Brothers

Sherri Brothers

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe that meaningful change happens when you're supported in your own unique journey—and I'm honored to be a guide along the way.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jean Todd

Jean Todd

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My therapeutic style is to make you feel supportive and heard and to gently push you to see new possibilities.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Martha Eseh

Martha Eseh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“I am very patient with my clients and will partner with you to create a treatment plan that works best for you and improve outcome.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Christopher Russell

Christopher Russell

Therapist

Virtual • Vienna, VA


“I want to assist you in becoming the best version of yourself. It is time to challenge who you are by being who you always wanted to be.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Ryan Kent

Dr. Ryan Kent

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I offer a supportive, nonjudgmental space while providing practical tools and insight to help clients better understand themselves, improve communication, and create meaningful, lasting change.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jerly Henriquez

Jerly Henriquez

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


I’m a bilingual Licensed Professional Counselor and the founder of Mente Serena Counseling. I hold a B.S. in Psychology and a M.A in Forensic and Legal Psychology and a M.A. in Counseling. I’ve worked with children, teens, and adults across different settings. As the daughter of Dominican immigrant parents, I understand how culture, family, and life experiences shape who we are. I now primarily support teens and adults navigating anxiety, life transitions, and everyday stress, and I’m passionate about creating a space where you feel seen and understood.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Theodore Hoch

Dr. Theodore Hoch

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Reston, VA


“We all find ourselves stuck sometimes. Sometimes we forget that. When we forget, we focus on the "stuck," and miss a lot of life.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Anne Rakip

Dr. Anne Rakip

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I have extensive experience working with individuals, couples and families... I have a number of years of experience working with substance use disorders.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ongisa Ichile-Mckenzie

Ongisa Ichile-Mckenzie

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and direct. I believe in helping clients make meaningful progress, not just insight.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jade Melito

Jade Melito

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I work closely with my clients to create a collaborative environment that gives hope, meaning, and optimism even during the most daunting of circumstances.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Panic disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Manami Jackson

Manami Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach to therapy is rooted in creating a safe and empathetic space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and stressors.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kinga Gudor

Kinga Gudor

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I am especially attuned to multicultural individuals and cross-cultural couples who are straddling two worlds.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Amanda Wheeler

Amanda Wheeler

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Welcome,

I am Amanda Wheeler, owner for HealTHY Mind PLLC. A bit about me; I have over 15 years experience of working with families and children. More recently, my work has been primarily with perinatal mothers experiencing depression, anxiety and social isolation. I support natural remedies such as nutrition, exercise, support systems, and meditation in addition to talk therapy and medication management.


Specializing in:

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Panic Attacks
  • Postpartum Wellness
  • Parenting
  • Natural Remedies


Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Helan Essa

Helan Essa

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe that no two individuals are alike, which is why I tailor my therapeutic approach to meet your specific needs.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jaime Hardy

Jaime Hardy

Therapist

Virtual • Forest, VA


“Therapy doesn't have to feel intimidating sometimes it looks like play, laughter, art supplies on the floor, or learning new ways to connect in the middle of everyday chaos.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Matthew Mullenix

Matthew Mullenix

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Allow my warm, relaxed and non-judgmental style provide you with a safe and welcoming space to share.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Sandra Anderson

Sandra Anderson

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


I am a Clinical Social Worker with a graduate degree from the University of Maryland School of Social Work. For the past two decades, I have been advocating for individuals and families struggling with mental health concerns. My work has primarily focused on trauma, and I have provided therapeutic services to a diverse array of individuals of all ages. I am committed to helping people overcome eating disorders, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, trauma, and other stressors that impact our lives.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Caroline Oldfield

Caroline Oldfield

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Charlottesville, VA


“Therapy is successful when it is tailored to a person's specific needs. It's my job to help scaffold your self-exploration with clear language, boundaries, curiosity, and compassion.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Benedicte Libibe

Benedicte Libibe

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I am a trauma-informed, culturally competent, and compassionate multilingual practitioner with experience working with Children, adults, couples and families from diverse and multi-cultural backgrounds.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Sirena Pangelinan

Sirena Pangelinan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Richmond, VA


Sirena is an EMDR trauma therapist in Henrico, VA, who strives to support client’s ability to not only survive, but thrive. Her specialty areas include complex trauma, intergenerational trauma, substance use disorders, eating disorders, adult attachment disorders, and neurodivergence.

She values the role that attachment needs play within the clinical relationship, and utilizes "here-and-now" approaches to help individuals gain insight into how these dynamics impact their life relationships. Sirena believes that mental health symptoms are just the tip of the iceberg, and while she supports individuals in acquiring new skills to face life's challenges, she is also eager to address the core concerns that stand in the way of a sustainable and enduring recovery.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Panic disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Anjeli Desmond

Dr. Anjeli Desmond

Psychologist

Virtual • Virginia


“I work collaboratively with parents and caregivers to better understand children's behaviors, strengthen relationships, and support healthy emotional development.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Vorhis

Sarah Vorhis

Therapist

Virtual • Richmond, VA


“I believe that healing begins when we come to know ourselves and feel truly heard, seen, and understood.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elvira Barrón-Rojas

Elvira Barrón-Rojas

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel truly heard and understood, while also providing practical tools to navigate challenges, build resilience, and foster lasting growth.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Miosha Lamar

Miosha Lamar

Therapist

Virtual • Woodbridge, VA


“Miosha uses a variety of therapeutic techniques and skills to meet the needs of her clients, including but not limited to: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Somatic Techniques, Internal Family Systems and Eye Movement...”
ADD/ADHD, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mackenzie Benson

Mackenzie Benson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Mechanicsville, VA


I am a licensed marriage & family therapist committed to empowering individuals, couples, and families in their process to find healing and growth. I believe that YOU have the power to change your circumstances, you just may need a little help accessing it. I am here to help you feel capable to manage all that life hands you and to achieve your fullest potential.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders
Direct, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Lamya Nur

Lamya Nur

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“With advanced training in trauma-focused modalities, I work compassionately with individuals navigating deep emotional wounds...”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ifeanyi Bosah

Ifeanyi Bosah

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I provide a supportive and collaborative space where clients can feel heard, understood, and empowered.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Shariyfa Polite

Shariyfa Polite

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“For over 15 years, I've watched clients transform from surviving to thriving, and here's what I know: you're not broken, you're not too much, and you're definitely not alone.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Leigh Rumberger

Leigh Rumberger

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach to therapy is collaborative and evidence-based, helping clients understand patterns related to relationships, self-trust, and ADHD.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Pablo Gutierrez

Pablo Gutierrez

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


You don't have to carry grief, a breakup, or relationship pain alone. Maybe you're needing help with an important decision or need creative solutions to challenges. In therapy we can make sense of what's happening.

I'm licensed in Virginia and Florida. I have advanced training in Parts Work, trauma treatment, EMDR and couples counseling. I bring a thoughtful, creative, and collaborative approach to therapy. I speak Spanish fluently. También hablo español.

I strive to be inclusive and affirming of diverse identities and experiences, and have over 13 years of experience in mental health. If you’re looking for a therapist who will meet you with warmth, depth, and respect, and work alongside you toward resonance, healing and growth, I invite you to reach out.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katherine Byham

Katherine Byham

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I draw from multiple evidence-based methods and adapt them to how you think, feel, and process the world.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Paige Liette

Paige Liette

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I firmly believe in the inherent value of every individual and believe that when we realize our value and worth, we are able to live fully out of that knowledge.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Christabel Lartey

Dr. Christabel Lartey

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Manassas, VA


“I make a point to listen and try to understand patients' needs beyond simply prescribing medication.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Keisha Dawkins

Keisha Dawkins

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


Hello,

My name is Keisha and I specialize in treating various issues. I appreciate the opportunity to provide my services to you. I create a safe space for my clients, free of judgement and full of understanding.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Paige Naylor

Dr. Paige Naylor

Psychologist

Virtual • Virginia


“Our physical and mental health are directly related. I take a holistic, patient centered approach to care by bringing attention to, and enhancing, the mind-body relationship.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Gabrelle Tripp

Gabrelle Tripp

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Gabrelle believes it isn't about being our perfect selves, but more about gaining knowledge and control of our real selves.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Brendaline Nettey

Brendaline Nettey

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Hi! I’m Brenda Nettey! I have a deep passion for walking alongside individuals on their healing journeys. I specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, religion/spirituality, grief, self-esteem, and life transitions.

Family issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Carlos Carmona-Goyena

Dr. Carlos Carmona-Goyena

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach is compassionate and collaborative, drawing from evidence-based methods while tailoring each session to your needs.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
David Pfeffer

David Pfeffer

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe in a proactive, collaborative approach to counseling, where you are actively engaged in making real changes in your life.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

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Headway makes it easier to find family-focused support — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

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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