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Top therapists in Richmond, VA accepting new patients
Find mental health support in Richmond across neighborhoods like Fan District, Jackson Ward, and Church Hill. Headway connects you with 3,494 licensed providers offering talk therapy and medication management, with sessions available in-person or virtually. Many clients save up to 75% on care through insurance coverage.
I hope to help you transform those painful, self-limiting beliefs and old patterns into realistic and affirming ones. The process I most often use incorporates bilateral stimulation of the brain. This is a simple technique that often has profound results. It has been shown to move clients very quickly towards the core healing, which is central to lasting results. One of the key benefits of this therapy is the ability to approach new situations /people with creativity, clarity, and new problem-solving techniques. This often occurs spontaneously as part of the process.
Solution-Focused and goal oriented female professional.
With over a decade of experience, I am dedicated to helping adults find peace, clarity, and emotional balance. I take a holistic, person-centered approach, combining clinical expertise with genuine compassion to support my clients' journey to restoration. I have extensive experience in mental health, correctional healthcare, and community psychiatry.
Health & Trauma Psychotherapist | Mind-Body-Brain Approach | Neurosomatic
I work at the intersection of trauma, health, identity, and major life transitions, integrating psychotherapy, modern neuroscience, and mind-body medicine.
Populations: Men, military/veterans, women in perimenopause (38-53), young adults (18-25)
Areas of support
-Co-occurring trauma and chronic illness
-Anxiety, C-PTSD, and nervous-system dysregulation
-Major life transitions and crises
-Relationship patterns
-Self-esteem, social anxiety, and identity exploration
-Sexuality, libido, intimacy, and sexual functioning
-Sleep, digestion, pain, brain fog, and stress-related physical symptoms
Background:
Health Psychotherapist with 15+ years of experience across private practice, Veterans Health Administration, and executive coaching, including:
- 10+ years with the Veterans Health Administration, working on interdisciplinary teams with complex, layered presentations spanning men's health, medical case management, sexuality and libido, GI health, disability and injury, PTSD, chronic and complex illness, hormone and autoimmune conditions, performance, and identity.
- Private practice, providing individualized psychotherapy for complex health, trauma, sex/intimacy, identity, and life-transition concerns.
- Executive coaching
I'm Dr. Maria Jose Rendón (she/her/ella), a licensed psychologist and founder of Potomac CBT Center. I work with adults navigating perfectionism, anxiety, and self-doubt, especially those managing cultural identity, neurodivergence (ADHD, autism, OCD), or the pressures of high-achieving academic and professional environments.
Many of my clients are bilingual, first-generation professionals, graduate students, or scientists and researchers in demanding institutions. I offer sessions in English and Spanish. More about my practice: potomaccbt.com
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Richmond, VA
- 97%Anxiety
- 95%Depression
- 81%Stress management
- 74%Relationship issues
- 73%Trauma
- 100%Aetna
- 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 84%Cigna
- 58%Providence Health Plan
- 100%English
- 2%Igbo
- 2%Spanish
- 2%Yoruba
- 100%In-person or online
- 82%Woman
- 16%Man
- 2%Non-binary
- 47%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 29%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 16%Nurse Practitioner
- 5%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 3%Psychologist
- 100%Individual therapy
- 34%Family therapy
- 21%Couples therapy
- 18%Child or adolescent therapy
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Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Richmond
Searching for therapists in Richmond starts with finding someone whose experience matches the care you’re looking for. People seek therapy for many reasons, including anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, trauma, and life transitions. As you compare therapists in Richmond, VA, look for listed specialties, therapy styles, and populations served. A therapist’s profile can help you see whether they use approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, or trauma-informed care, and whether their background fits your needs.
Richmond offers a range of therapy options across neighborhoods like the Fan District, Jackson Ward, Church Hill, and nearby areas. For some people, an in-person office close to work, school, or home may make appointments easier to keep. Others may prefer virtual therapy in Richmond, VA, especially if scheduling around commute time, caregiving, or a busy calendar. When narrowing your search, check whether a therapist is accepting new patients, has appointment times that fit your schedule, and offers a free phone consultation. Reading bios before booking can also show how a therapist describes their communication style and what sessions may feel like.
Therapy in Richmond can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before starting care. Headway helps you find Richmond therapy options by showing therapists who match your preferences, accept a wide range of insurance plans, and offer upfront cost estimates after your benefits are verified. You can browse therapists, review profiles, compare availability, and book directly when you’re ready.
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