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Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in Norfolk, VA

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Top prenatal and postpartum therapists and psychiatrists in Norfolk, VA

Postpartum mental health support in Norfolk connects you with 1,041 licensed providers experienced in postpartum concerns. Access virtual or in-person sessions with providers who understand the unique challenges of this period, with many clients saving 75% on care through insurance.

Carol Wesley

Carol Wesley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Norfolk, VA


“I will provide an environment of compassion and support where treatment can permeate the whole person: mind, body and spirit.”
Maternal mental health, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Staci Briggs

Staci Briggs

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Norfolk, VA


“Together, we'll assess your unique needs, identify triggers and patterns, and build practical coping skills that support your everyday life.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Katrina Samborski

Katrina Samborski

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 1.3 mi away • Norfolk, VA


“I believe healing happens through collaboration—working side by side to understand your story, explore meaningful solutions, and build a plan that feels supportive and empowering.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Breezi Sharpe-Justice

Breezi Sharpe-Justice

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.6 mi away • Portsmouth, VA


“I view psychotherapy as a collaborative & relational process to promote self love, self discovery, healing, & growth.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christine Rucker

Christine Rucker

Therapist

In-person • 5.6 mi away • Norfolk, VA


“I am passionate about finding ways to break free from painful cycles, especially when it comes to relationship issues.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Michela Allen

Michela Allen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6 mi away • Chesapeake, VA


“I focus on person-centered practices that help individuals enhance their coping skills to navigate life's challenges.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 17 insurance carriers
Crystal Copeland

Crystal Copeland

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.9 mi away • Chesapeake, VA


“I collaborate with my clients to create a strong therapeutic alliance that can enable them to feel comfortable in sharing their thoughts and feelings without fear.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laura Samalya

Laura Samalya

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.7 mi away • Virginia Beach, VA


I received my bachelor's from James Madison University and a Master of Arts from Lesley University in Expressive Therapy.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Sharon Walker

Sharon Walker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.8 mi away • Virginia Beach, VA


“I'll teach you how to spot negative patterns and give you skills to create a new path forward with yourself.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Loyette Wong

Dr. Loyette Wong

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 8.3 mi away • Chesapeake, VA


“She adopts an integrative, personalized approach, emphasizing listening, understanding, and support.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lauren Whelan

Lauren Whelan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 6.2 mi away • Chesapeake, VA


“I spent a lot of my clinical time working with the pediatric population and adolescents, which is where I really learned the value of a family-centered approach...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lauren Whelan

Lauren Whelan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 6.2 mi away • Chesapeake, VA


“I spent a lot of my clinical time working with the pediatric population and adolescents, which is where I really learned the value of a family-centered approach...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Danielle Hamilton

Danielle Hamilton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.1 mi away • Virginia Beach, VA


“It is my goal that every client leaves my office feeling accepted, understood, and confident that they won't be stuck where they are much longer!”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Infertility
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
LaTisha Moore

LaTisha Moore

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.6 mi away • Virginia Beach, VA


“It is my goal to support my clients throughout the therapeutic process while being their personal cheerleader...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Lee

Lisa Lee

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.9 mi away • Virginia Beach, VA


Are you navigating a major life transition? Whether you're starting college, making a career change, becoming a parent, or watching your teen grow into someone you barely recognize, these shifts are hard! Maybe you’re seeing your child struggle with big emotions and behavior in school, or your preteen is battling anxiety and feelings of not belonging. If this resonates, please take a deep breath...you are in the right place. We ALL struggle, and seeking support is a profound act of strength and resilience. Take that step! As a counselor with 20 years of experience, I would love to listen and guide you towards reaching your goals.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Latasha Jones-Patterson

Latasha Jones-Patterson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Newport News, VA


“I specialize in person-centered, strengths-based care, using approaches like CBT, DBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, and play-based interventions for children.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Sirish Mulpur

Dr. Sirish Mulpur

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Newport News, VA


“Dr. Mulpur is a board-certified psychiatrist offering concierge psychiatry, integrative care, relationship counseling and supportive therapy, and career/leadership coaching.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Fred Scott

Dr. Fred Scott

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Suffolk, VA


“I always start with an introductory session, where you'll have the opportunity to share your story and what you hope to achieve in therapy.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Suzanne Loughman

Suzanne Loughman

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My therapeutic style is warm, authentic, and down-to-earth, and I am genuinely invested in helping you discover your unique strengths and build lasting resilience.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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. Charlene Bell

Dr. Charlene Bell

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach is warm, direct, and grounded in both evidence-based practice and faith-informed wisdom.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Traequanda Brock

Traequanda Brock

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Traequanda is trained in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, has advanced training in infertility, and is also a birth and postpartum doula.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Tiffin

Mary Tiffin

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I tailor my therapeutic approach to best fit your unique needs, drawing from evidence-based modalities like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Kurt Oster, Lcsw, Rpt-S

Kurt Oster, Lcsw, Rpt-S

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I have over 16 years of experience in the field, working with children, adolescents, young adults, and their families.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dianna Igbo

Dianna Igbo

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My goal is to create a compassionate, safe, supportive, nonjudgmental space, and collaborative environment where clients can explore their challenges, develop coping skills, and achieve their personal goals so their healing and growth can thrive.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Mary Rice

Mary Rice

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I strive to create a warm, supportive space where you feel genuinely heard, understood, and empowered to grow.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Kelley Olds

Dr. Kelley Olds

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 25 years of clinical experience, I have dedicated my career to helping individuals, couples, and families find clarity, resilience, and lasting change.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jamie Murray

Jamie Murray

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Healing happens in the therapeutic relationship, building skills and processing wounds that allow you to feel your best.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Agnes Downer

Agnes Downer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fredericksburg, VA


“I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore the parts of yourself that may feel too painful or overwhelming to confront on your own.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Emma Ndifor

Dr. Emma Ndifor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“She believes in holistic care, treating each patient as a whole person rather than focusing solely on symptoms.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Diaz

Elizabeth Diaz

Therapist

Virtual • Reston, VA


“Elizabeth's therapeutic approach is grounded in a diverse range of modalities to cater to the unique needs of her clients.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Joy Tucker

Joy Tucker

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I create a warm and inviting atmosphere. Most clients have expressed they didn't think it would be as easy to open up as it is.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Amy Elliott

Amy Elliott

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I am able to see why clients do the things that they do which has lead to clients feeling comfortable in situations where they have previously felt judged by others.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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
Dr. Kimone Johns

Dr. Kimone Johns

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • North Chesterfield, VA


“I believe in creating a safe, supportive environment where clients feel comfortable discussing their concerns openly and without judgment.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jolie Ferguson

Jolie Ferguson

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe a person enters therapy with a strong wish, whether conscious or unconscious, to overcome obstacles and free themselves from constraints that are holding them back.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
BriAnn Williams

BriAnn Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe therapy should feel like a real, supportive conversation — not something overly clinical or intimidating.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Nevajo Warren

Nevajo Warren

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My style is energetic, open-minded, warm, and empowering. I believe meaningful growth happens when clients feel both supported and gently challenged.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Tess Zhao

Tess Zhao

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“As an immigrant and as a human being, I understand that adapting to a new environment can bring both emotional and practical challenges.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sara Asadsangabi

Sara Asadsangabi

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I bring a warm, grounded presence to therapy, blending evidence-based approaches with an understanding of the mind-body connection.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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

Number of therapists serving Norfolk, VA
There are over 1,034 therapists in Norfolk, VA accepting new patients.
1,034+
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%Cigna
  • 84%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 43%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 8%Spanish
  • 2%French
  • 1%Farsi
  • 1%Hindi
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
  • 37%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
  • 26%Couples therapy
  • 18%Child or adolescent therapy

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Factors to Consider When Choosing a Postpartum Therapist in Norfolk, VA

Searching for postpartum therapists in Norfolk starts with finding someone whose experience matches what you want support with. Postpartum concerns can include depression, anxiety, birth-related stress, identity shifts, and relationship strain. As you compare therapists, look for listed experience with perinatal mental health, postpartum support, or related specialties. A certification like PMH-C can also signal focused training in care during pregnancy and the postpartum period.

In Norfolk, the right fit may depend on more than specialty. Consider whether in-person therapy in Norfolk, VA fits your schedule, or whether virtual sessions make care easier to access during infant care, physical recovery, or changing routines. You can also narrow your search by appointment availability, whether a therapist is accepting new patients, and whether a free phone consultation is offered. Reading therapist bios can help you understand their approach, communication style, and experience with postpartum support in Virginia before you book.

Therapy in Norfolk can be a significant investment without insurance, which makes in-network coverage an important part of the search. Using insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs, and Headway helps you see estimated out-of-pocket costs before booking. You can compare postpartum therapists in Norfolk, review detailed profiles, confirm insurance fit, and book directly when you’re ready.

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