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Top therapists in Virginia Beach, VA accepting new patients
Find mental health support in Virginia Beach across neighborhoods like Oceanfront, Ghent, and Kempsville. Headway connects you with 3,493 licensed providers for talk therapy and medication management, with many offering availability within two weeks and free consultations to get started.
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 Virginia Beach, VA



- 95%Anxiety
- 95%Depression
- 84%Relationship issues
- 82%Stress management
- 82%Trauma

- 95%Aetna
- 79%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 74%Cigna

- 100%English
- 3%French
- 3%Spanish

- 97%In-person or online
- 3%In-person only

- 76%Woman
- 24%Man

- 71%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 26%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 3%Nurse Practitioner

- 100%Individual therapy
- 50%Family therapy
- 29%Couples therapy
- 16%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions


Find the right therapist for you
Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Virginia Beach
Searching for therapists in Virginia Beach starts with knowing what kind of support you want. Therapists can help with concerns like anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, and life transitions. As you compare options, look for a therapist whose listed specialties, training, and approach match your needs. A profile that mentions approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed care, or couples counseling can help you understand what sessions may focus on before you book.
Virginia Beach has therapy options across a range of neighborhoods, from the Oceanfront and Town Center to Kempsville and Great Neck. Your search may include therapists with nearby offices, virtual appointments, or a mix of both. Consider practical details like appointment availability, scheduling flexibility, whether the therapist is accepting new clients, and whether a free phone consultation is offered. Reading bios can also give you a clearer sense of communication style, areas of focus, and what to expect in a first session.
Therapy in Virginia Beach can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you find therapists who may accept a range of insurance plans, may be accepting new clients, and can show upfront cost estimates before you book. You can browse therapists, review bios, compare virtual and in-person availability, and book directly when you’re ready.
If you're experiencing or worried about violence, threats, or coercion in your relationship, couples therapy isn't usually the right starting point — individual support is safer. The National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.
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