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Meru Health
Feel better in 12 weeks You are not your anxiety or depression. Meru Health is a 12-week digital menta... More
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Offers online care for Virginia Beach, Virginia
Feel better in 12 weeks You are not your anxiety or depression. Meru Health is a 12-week digital mental health program designed to help people feel... More
Who might be a good fit for Meru Health?
Those coping with depression, anxiety, or sleep difficulties may find Meru Health’s approach to be well-aligned. Its blend of evidence-based therapies combined with wearable biofeedback and flexible, around-the-clock digital access offers support that fits into varied lifestyles and promotes holistic mental well-being. View Profile
Virginia Beach, VA
Compassion Focused
JILL EPSTEIN
****Only accepting new clients for MORNING & AFTERNOON- no evenings available at this time.**** Hello! My name is Jill and I am a... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Virginia Beach, Virginia
LCSW-C|LCSW
Female
****Only accepting new clients for MORNING & AFTERNOON- no evenings available at this time.**** Hello! My name is Jill and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have been... More
Virginia Beach, VA
Compassion Focused
Rebecca Lesesne
Rebecca Lesesne, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with eight years of experience helping clients navigate depression, an... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Virginia Beach, Virginia
Female
Rebecca Lesesne, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with eight years of experience helping clients navigate depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, and feelings of low se... More
Virginia Beach, VA
Compassion Focused
Ryan Sheehan
Ryan Sheehan, LCSW, is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker who takes a collaborative, trauma-informed approach to therapy. With exp... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Virginia Beach, Virginia
Male
Ryan Sheehan, LCSW, is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker who takes a collaborative, trauma-informed approach to therapy. With experience in outpatient therapy centers, he has... More
Who might be a good fit for Ryan?
Clients seeking structured support for anxiety, depression, or issues related to gender identity might consider working with Ryan Sheehan. His trauma-informed, collaborative approach incorporates evidence-based therapies like CBT and ACT to help individuals build resilience and work toward meaningful personal growth. View Profile
Virginia Beach, VA
Compassion Focused
Regina Lawson
Dr. Regina Lawson, LICSW is a licensed independent clinical social worker with more than 25 years of experience helping individual... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Virginia Beach, Virginia
Female
Dr. Regina Lawson, LICSW is a licensed independent clinical social worker with more than 25 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s ch... More
Virginia Beach, VA
Compassion Focused
Meredith Serbanica
"She is doing her best at this moment, she needs to get to know me to figure out everything that is going on with me mentally. " -... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Virginia Beach, Virginia
Female
"She is doing her best at this moment, she needs to get to know me to figure out everything that is going on with me mentally. " -Robert S. from SCDr. Meredith Serbani... More
Virginia Beach, VA
Compassion Focused
Thomas McClain
Thomas McClain, MS, LPC, CPCS, is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience in healthcare and 17 years sp... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Virginia Beach, Virginia
Male
Thomas McClain, MS, LPC, CPCS, is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience in healthcare and 17 years specializing in mental health treatment for chi... More
Virginia Beach, VA
Compassion Focused
Seqouia Pettigrew
Seqouia Pettigrew, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor known for her warm, grounded, and trauma-informed approach to care. S... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Virginia Beach, Virginia
Female
Seqouia Pettigrew, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor known for her warm, grounded, and trauma-informed approach to care. She specializes in supporting adults navigatin... More
Virginia Beach, VA
Compassion Focused
Lauren Redd
Lauren Redd is a doctorally-prepared, board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner seeing patients in Virginia and Illinois. She... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Virginia Beach, Virginia
Female
Lauren Redd is a doctorally-prepared, board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner seeing patients in Virginia and Illinois. She treats adults experiencing symptoms of depre... More
Virginia Beach, VA
Compassion Focused
Tiffany Moss
Tiffany is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with almost two decades of experience working with people struggling with depression,... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Virginia Beach, Virginia
Female
Tiffany is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with almost two decades of experience working with people struggling with depression, anxiety and mood disorders. She has extensiv... More
Who might be a good fit for Tiffany?
People experiencing depression or anxiety and looking for a therapist with experience in crisis intervention might consider Tiffany Moss’s style of care. Her use of evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, and solution-focused techniques offers flexible support tailored to adolescents, adults, and couples facing a range of emotional challenges. View Profile
Virginia Beach, VA
Compassion Focused
Michael Starr
Michael Starr, LICSW, is a licensed independent clinical social worker with more than a decade of experience supporting children, ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Virginia Beach, Virginia
Male
Michael Starr, LICSW, is a licensed independent clinical social worker with more than a decade of experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults. He specializes in tr... More
Virginia Beach, VA
Compassion Focused
Sharen Orso
Ms. Sharen Orso is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 25 years of experience. Specializing in mood disorders and addiction... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Virginia Beach, Virginia
Female
Ms. Sharen Orso is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 25 years of experience. Specializing in mood disorders and addictions medicine.... More
Virginia Beach, VA
Compassion Focused
Aaron Dutil
"I liked the first session and I'm excited for more!" -Nate J. from VAAaron is a trained Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (C... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Virginia Beach, Virginia
Male
"I liked the first session and I'm excited for more!" -Nate J. from VAAaron is a trained Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (CBT) who specializes in working with people wh... More
Who might be a good fit for Aaron?
Aaron Dutil may support individuals who want to explore emotional well-being through a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-informed lens. He works with clients experiencing loss or life transitions, helping them develop practical tools to manage their emotions and find greater contentment. View Profile
Virginia Beach, VA
Compassion Focused
DNita Spann
D’Nita Spann, LPC, LSATP, is a licensed professional counselor and licensed substance abuse treatment practitioner with over 16 ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Virginia Beach, Virginia
Female
D’Nita Spann, LPC, LSATP, is a licensed professional counselor and licensed substance abuse treatment practitioner with over 16 years of experience providing mental health c... More
Who might be a good fit for Dnita?
Those coping with anxiety, depression, or co-occurring disorders may find D’nita Spann’s approach to be well-aligned. She integrates evidence-based therapies like CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing to tailor care that supports personal growth and living in accordance with individual values. View Profile
Virginia Beach, VA
Compassion Focused
Melissa Pickett
Melissa Pickett, LPCC is a licensed professional clinical counselor, highly skilled in the areas of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder,... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Virginia Beach, Virginia
Female
Melissa Pickett, LPCC is a licensed professional clinical counselor, highly skilled in the areas of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Anxiety, Depression and Trauma. She has 9 ye... More
Virginia Beach, VA
Compassion Focused
Edith Takere
Edith Takere is a highly skilled and compassionate psychiatric nurse practitioner who is specialized in treating clients with depr... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Virginia Beach, Virginia
Female
Edith Takere is a highly skilled and compassionate psychiatric nurse practitioner who is specialized in treating clients with depression, anxiety, ADHD, sleep disorders. With ... More
Virginia Beach, VA
Compassion Focused
Lateasa ReedJackson
Lateasa Reed-Jackson, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with more than 15 years of experience providing individual and gr... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Virginia Beach, Virginia
Female
Lateasa Reed-Jackson, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with more than 15 years of experience providing individual and group therapy, including extensive work with ac... More
Virginia Beach, VA
Compassion Focused
SUSAN COLE
Hi, I'm Lindsay. I am here to help you on your healing journey. I believe that each and every person holds all of the wisdom they ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Virginia Beach, Virginia
LCSW-C|LCSW
Female
Hi, I'm Lindsay. I am here to help you on your healing journey. I believe that each and every person holds all of the wisdom they need to overcome life’s traumas directly wi... More
Virginia Beach, VA
Compassion Focused
HEATHER DICKSON
As both an acute care and psychiatric nurse practitioner with over two decades of experience, I bring a distinctive perspective to... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Virginia Beach, Virginia
PMHNP
Female
As both an acute care and psychiatric nurse practitioner with over two decades of experience, I bring a distinctive perspective to mental healthcare that bridges the tradition... More
Virginia Beach, VA
Compassion Focused
Amarachi Onyima
Amarachi Onyima is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 14 years of experience supporting adults and families facing ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Virginia Beach, Virginia
Female
Amarachi Onyima is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 14 years of experience supporting adults and families facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, workp... More
Virginia Beach, VA
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Mental Health Services in Virginia Beach, Virginia

Virginia Beach, with its population of nearly half a million, is known for its sunny beaches, vibrant arts scene, and military presence. It's a city steeped in history and natural beauty, with landmarks like the First Landing State Park and the iconic Virginia Beach Boardwalk.

Key Mental-Health Concerns for Virginia Beach Residents

Common mental health conditions among Virginia Beach residents include anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), particularly prevalent due to the city's large military population. According to the CDC, Virginia has a slightly higher rate of adults experiencing mental health conditions than the national average.

Access to Care & Providers in Virginia Beach

Residents seeking therapy in Virginia Beach, Virginia have access to various public and private mental health services. These include crisis lines, community organizations like the Virginia Beach Department of Human Services, and private mental health therapists in Virginia Beach. Noteworthy local initiatives include the CHKD Mental Health Program and the Virginia Beach Psychiatric Center.

Therapies & Specialties

  • Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) are widely available in Virginia Beach.
  • EMDR and other trauma-focused care are common specialties, given the significant military and veteran population.
  • Unique local offerings include e-therapy services and bilingual care, catering to the diverse community.

Local Policies & Stressors

Cost of living in Virginia Beach is higher than the US average, which can contribute to financial stress. The city's dependence on tourism and military industries can also cause job-related anxiety. Seasonal changes and storm threats pose additional stressors.

Take the Next Step

Ready to improve your mental well-being? Explore our directory to find a licensed therapist in Virginia Beach, Virginia who suits your needs and start your journey towards better mental health today.