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I show up as a warm, grounded therapist who believes healing happens when you feel genuinely seen and understood....
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I show up as a warm, grounded therapist who believes healing happens when you feel genuinely seen and understood.
I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) with 18 years of experience supporting adolescents, young adults, and families. I specialize in emotional dysregulation, anger management, trauma, anxiety, depression, and behavioral concerns, including aggression, treatment resistance, and risk-taking behaviors. Many clients seek therapy to reduce conflict, manage stress more effectively, and build resilience and hope for the future.
I earned my master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from Walden University. My clinical approach integrates cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, person-centered therapy, and motivational interviewing to help clients understand patterns, strengthen coping skills, and create meaningful, sustainable change.
I strive to create a safe, supportive, and collaborative space where clients feel heard and empowered. Together, we work toward emotional regulation, self-awareness, and confidence in navigating life’s challenges. If you are ready to begin your healing journey, I welcome the opportunity to support you.
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I am passionate about helping people become the best version of themselves....
I am passionate about helping people become the best version of themselves.
Alexis Wooden is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 4 years of experience. She specializes in accommodating and supporting children, teenagers, and adults with a range of concerns including anxiety, depression, addiction, life adjustments, grief, coping skills, and career challenges. Alexis also enjoys working with pre-teens who are affected by behavioral problems and oppositional defiant disorder. She has spent time in various clinical environments including educational and virtual.
Alexis received her Master's in Community Mental Health Counseling at Hampton University. She uses modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, motivational interviewing, and multicultural and mindfulness-based methods while tailoring care to each client’s needs.
Alexis believes empathy and connection have great power and is looking forward to assisting you in realizing your advantages and highlighting the good things in your life. Book an appointment with her today!
As a neurodiverse woman from the mountains of Appalachia, I approach each new challenge with curiosity, humility, and humor....
As a neurodiverse woman from the mountains of Appalachia, I approach each new challenge with curiosity, humility, and humor.
Ashley Floyd is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Supervisee with 2 years of experience in the mental health field. She specializes in supporting individuals through depression, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, substance use, and life transitions. Ashley was inspired to return to school to study social work after spending 12 years in retail and meeting a wide variety of diverse people. She has worked with clients with intersectional identities including LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, and those in recovery. As a believer in flexible treatment, Ashley tailors her approach to each individual.
Ashley received her Master of Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University. Her favorite therapeutic approaches are parts work and internal family systems techniques, dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and traditional talk therapy.
These are challenging times for everyone. Despite being increasingly electronically "connected,” people feel more isolated than ever, but Ashley believes change is always possible! Reach out and find a strategy to work toward being the best version of yourself in a life that honors your values.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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LGBTQIA+ counseling is a type of queer affirmative counseling dedicated to assisting individuals and couples in navigating the intricate intersections of their sexual orientation, gender identity, and mental health, with a primary goal of fostering well-being, self-acceptance, and affirming a client’s life experiences as a queer individual. Although not all LGBTQ+ individuals seek specialized counseling, a substantial number discover vital support and empathy within these inclusive and affirming therapeutic settings.
Thriveworks LGBTQ+ counseling in Chesterfield, VA typically begins with an initial assessment to understand your specific needs. LGBTQ+ counselors aim to create a safe, inclusive, and affirming environment for anyone within the LGBTQ+ community by encouraging self-acceptance and offering an understanding of your identity and experiences. LGBTQ+ therapy addresses issues like coming out, discrimination, mental health challenges, and gender transition, and provides support for LGBTQ+ relationships.
LGBTQ+ counseling is incredibly important because it can help queer individuals accept their identity, learn self-love, and give them important tools for facing the challenges of being a queer person in today’s society, among many other benefits. LGBTQ+-affirming therapists can understand the unique perspective and experiences of queer individuals as they help them process past trauma, address family conflicts, treat issues with anxiety, and more.
Thriveworks LGBTQ+ counseling in Chesterfield, VA is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The number of sessions for LGBTQ+ counseling depends on the specific needs and goals of the individual. It could encompass a relatively limited series of sessions or extend into a longer counseling plan. The precise quantity and duration of sessions typically emerge through collaborative discussion with the counselor, taking into account the client’s progress and their therapeutic objectives.
Here is a small peek at some of the mental health challenges that those in the LGBTQ community face:
There is clearly more work to do. The counselors, life coaches, and therapists at Thriveworks Chesterfield are ready to be a part of that work. We offer mental health care that accounts for the unique burdens that those in the LGBTQ community carry while at the same time giving each client the individualized care that they deserve. If you are struggling with LGBTQ+ issues, reach out to Thriveworks Chesterfield for help.
It is important to find a therapist who is sensitive to the unique challenges that those within the LGBTQ community. Here are a few tips for seeking out a counselor or therapist:
LGBTQ sensitive therapy often allows people to work through topics such as:
The counselors at Thriveworks Chesterfield understand the dual stigma that LGBTQ people face. We offer mental health care that is informed and sensitive to their needs. Every client who walks into our office has particular needs, a particular context, and every client who walks through our office needs a safe place where they can be honest and speak without fear or shame. This means offering personalized care. When therapist see their clients for who they are, clients often feel safe to explore their lives on a deeper level.
When you think about what is going on in your life, what would it be like to have an ally? What would it be like to have a place where you were known and accepted unconditionally? If you are ready to begin counseling, know that the professionals at Thriveworks Chesterfield are ready to meet with you. You are not alone. We offer therapy that is sensitive to the needs of those in the LGBTQ community, and we have appointments available.
When you contact our office, one of our scheduling specialists will answer your call. We do not have voicemail or an automated response system. Instead, a person will help you make an appointment. New clients often have their first appointment within the week of their call to make an appointment. We offer evening and weekend sessions. However, we do not keep a waitlist. Instead, we want our clients to have the mental health care they deserve when they need it. We also accept many different insurance plans. Call Thriveworks Chesterfield today for an appointment.
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