Online Domestic Abuse therapists in Virginia
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Domestic Abuse
Paws2Heal Mental Health Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Healing from domestic abuse begins with safety, compassion, and support. Using trauma-focused approaches including EMDR and IFS, therapy helps process traumatic experiences and restore a sense of empowerment.
8 Years Experience
In-Person in Middleburg, VA 20117
Online in Utah, Virginia, Washington, D.C.
Domestic Abuse
Katie Dixon
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Experiences of domestic abuse or violence can affect your sense of safety, self-worth, trust, and ability to feel secure in relationships. Therapy can provide a supportive space to process these experiences, prioritize your safety, recognize unhealthy relationship patterns, and begin reclaiming a sense of control over your life. My approach is compassionate and collaborative, helping you reconnect with your strengths, rebuild self-trust, and create a life that holds new possibilities at a pace that feels right for you.
8 Years Experience
Online in Colorado, Pennsylvania, Virginia
(Online Only)
Domestic Abuse
Lisa Panelo
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MS, LCSW, CTMH
Experiencing domestic violence can leave deep wounds—emotionally, mentally, and physically. You deserve a space where you feel safe, believed, and supported. In therapy, we’ll work together to process the impact of trauma, rebuild your sense of self, and move toward healing at a pace that feels right for you.
19 Years Experience
Online in Virginia
(Online Only)
Domestic Abuse
MySpectrum Counseling & Coaching
Therapist, LCSW, LPC, CSAC, NCC
At MySpectrum, we recognize that domestic violence and abuse exists on a continuum and is displayed in various ways. If you believe you are the victim or domestic issues, please consider reaching out. If you are the instigator of any form of domestic violence, we are also here to help you work through the issues contributing to the violent patterns.
804-924-2236
www.myspectrumcc.com
20 Years Experience
In-Person in Richmond, VA 23236
Online in Virginia
Domestic Abuse
Elisha S Lee
Counselor/Therapist, NCCA CTCC CPC
Our counseling services for survivors of domestic abuse or violence provide a compassionate, safe space to address the trauma and complex emotions arising from abusive relationships. Understanding that domestic abuse can take many forms—physical, emotional, sexual, financial—we offer tailored support to empower individuals as they navigate their journey of healing and reclaim their lives.
Empowering Survival and Healing from Domestic Abuse
* Trauma-Informed Care: Drawing from trauma-informed approaches, our counseling services prioritize safety, choice, collaboration, trustworthiness, and empowerment, acknowledging the profound impact of trauma on an individual's life and facilitating a path toward recovery.
* Safety Planning: We assist clients in developing comprehensive safety plans, whether they are preparing to leave an abusive situation, in the process of leaving, or have already left. This planning addresses immediate safety, legal protections, financial security, and long-term independence.
* Emotional Support: Our counseling provides a supportive environment to process emotions such as fear, guilt, shame, anger, and grief, while also working to rebuild self-esteem, confidence, and a sense of self-worth that has been eroded by abuse.
* Healing from Trauma: Through evidence-based therapeutic techniques, we assist clients in processing and healing from the trauma of abuse, anxiety, and depression.
* Rebuilding Life Skills: The path to recovery includes rebuilding life skills that may have been lost or diminished due to abuse. We support clients in gaining independence, making their own decisions, and establishing a healthy, self-determined life.
Goals of Counseling for Domestic Abuse or Violence
Our counseling for survivors of domestic abuse aims to:
* Restore Safety and Security: Ensure that clients feel physically and emotionally safe and secure, both within the counseling environment and in their personal lives.
* Empower Independence: Empower clients to regain control over their lives, decisions, and well-being, fostering a sense of independence and self-efficacy.
* Facilitate Emotional Healing: Support clients in healing from the emotional scars of abuse, promoting resilience and positive self-regard.
* Enhance Coping Strategies: Equip clients with effective coping strategies for managing stress, triggers, and the challenges of rebuilding their lives after abuse.
* Support Healthy Relationships: Guide clients in recognizing the signs of healthy versus unhealthy relationships, setting boundaries, and building supportive, respectful connections moving forward.
Surviving domestic abuse or violence is a profound and courageous journey. Our dedicated team is here to support you through every step, providing the compassionate care and expertise needed to heal, grow, and embrace a future free from abuse. Reach out today to learn how you can reclaim your life and your sense of self.
9 Years Experience
In-Person in Catonsville, MD
Online in Multiple States
Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington, D.C., West Virginia
Domestic Abuse
Alabaster Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
If you have experienced domestic abuse or violence, please know this: what happened to you was not your fault, and you deserve to heal. At Alabaster Counseling, we provide a safe, confidential, and deeply compassionate space for girls and women who are healing from the effects of domestic abuse and violence, whether you are still in the midst of your situation, have recently left, or are further along in your journey. We understand that healing from abuse is not linear, and we will never rush your process or minimize your experience. Through gentle, evidence-based therapy, we walk alongside you as you begin to reclaim your sense of safety, self-worth, and hope for the future. You are not alone, and your healing matters deeply to us.
15 Years Experience
In-Person in Portsmouth, VA 23704
Online in Virginia
Domestic Abuse
Kristee Barker
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-S
I am a trauma specialist. Partner abuse and abuse from a parent are forms of complex trauma, and they leave deep marks on the nervous system, identity, and sense of safety. I work with you to rebuild safety — both internally and externally — while helping you understand the complex parts of yourself that had to adapt in order to survive. Using EMDR, IFS, and other trauma‑focused approaches, we gently untangle the fear, shame, confusion, and self‑blame that often linger long after the abuse ends. My goal is to help you feel grounded, empowered, and supported as you reclaim your voice, your boundaries, and your life.
13 Years Experience
Domestic Abuse
The Wellness Sanctuary
Counselor/Therapist, Behavioral Therapist, Christian Counselor
Experienced in Anxiety Disorder, Panic Attacks, PTSD, Acceptance and Commitment, and Trauma Informed Therapy
23 Years Experience
In-Person in Atlanta, GA
Domestic Abuse
LEGACY MENTAL HEALTH CONSULTING SERVICES
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Legacy Mental Health Consulting Services provides compassionate, trauma‑informed care for individuals affected by domestic abuse or violence, including emotional, physical, psychological, or financial harm within intimate or family relationships. We understand the fear, confusion, and isolation these experiences can create, and we offer a safe, confidential space where clients can process their experiences without judgment. Using approaches such as CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and empowerment‑focused therapy, we help clients rebuild self‑worth, strengthen boundaries, understand trauma responses, and develop practical strategies for safety and healing. Whether you are currently in an unsafe situation or working to recover from past abuse, we provide steady, compassionate support to help you regain control, restore your sense of identity, and move toward a future grounded in stability and hope.
12 Years Experience
In-Person in Norfolk, VA 23510
Online in Virginia
Domestic Abuse
Emily Rowe
Psychologist, Psy.D.
If you’ve experienced domestic abuse or violence, you may feel overwhelmed by fear, shame, or confusion. I provide trauma-informed care to help survivors of abuse process their emotions, regain a sense of safety, and rebuild self-esteem. Together, we’ll work on developing coping strategies to heal from the impact of abuse and empowering you to move forward with strength and confidence. My approach is compassionate and nonjudgmental, offering a safe space for you to reclaim your voice.
7 Years Experience
In-Person in Raleigh, NC 27615
Online in
PSYPACT states
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, CNMI, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
Domestic Abuse
Rebecca Castle-Waller
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Hey Survivor, are you tired of feeling guilty and overwhelmed all the time? Everyone else seems so together and you're stuck battling your past? I get it. My name is Rebecca Castle-Waller and I help badass women with trauma become present in their lives and in their relationships, so you can actually enjoy this life you've built.
Many of my clients grew up in chaotic and unstable homes where from a young age they started taking care of others. Making meals, waking their parents up for work, getting their siblings off to school. From there, you went on to take care of your partner and your kiddos while also working hard to keep everything running smoothly. Now with work and relationships and family drama and life you feel constantly stressed out and like you should be doing more. Oh, and you're doing all of this while facing nightmares, flashbacks, numbness, random waves of anger, and the like. Who's taking care of you?
Let's give you a space where you can be your messy, imperfect self so you can finally take care of you. It's time to heal your trauma, you've built an amazing life and you deserve to actually live it.
7 Years Experience
Domestic Abuse
Sara Fodil-Cherif
Licensed Professional Counselor, M.Ed., LPC, LLC
Providing non-judgmental, unconditional support to survivors of domestic abuse or violence. Assessing for safety and developing a safety plan accordingly. Connecting clients to community resources.
8 Years Experience
In-Person in Fairfax, VA
Online in Virginia
Domestic Abuse
Rivers of Hope Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor
We focus on supporting individuals affected by domestic abuse. Our recommended therapists provide a safe, compassionate environment to process trauma, develop safety plans, and regain control over one’s life while fostering healing and empowerment.
Recommended therapists: Andrea Gross, Shannah James, Lea Harkless, Jessica Holesko, Jasper Boomer
6 Years Experience
In-Person in Chantilly, VA 20151
In-Person in Norfolk, VA 23517
Online in Multiple States
Florida, Maryland, Texas, Virginia, Washington, D.C.
Domestic Abuse
Carly Pollack
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Helping survivors of violence process trauma and rebuild confidence.
5 Years Experience
In-Person in Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Online in Costa Rica, Multiple States
California, Colorado, Florida, Michigan, Texas, Virginia
Domestic Abuse
Washington Psychological Wellness
Counselor/Therapist
Washington Psychological Wellness is passionate about helping people live the lives they have envisioned by bringing values of honesty, kindness, humor, and compassion to the practice. Therapy can inspire change, create greater self-awareness, and improve one's life and relationships. Our clinicians provide a comfortable and collaborative environment where you can take risks and explore different ways of thinking, feeling, and being. We aim to help you gain clarity about the underlying causes of problems, provide strategies to help you cope, and empower you to trust your inner voice and live each day authentically. Washington Psychological Wellness believes in respect and equality for all regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, class, caste, religion, belief, sex, gender, language, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex characteristics, age, health, or status. We are currently accepting new clients. Telehealth (online) therapy options are available. Call now to schedule your appointment!
12 Years Experience
In-Person in Gaithersburg, MD 20878
In-Person in Rockville, MD 20850
Online in Maryland, Virginia, Washington, D.C.
Domestic Abuse
Pamela Brewer
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, Ph.D, LCSW-C,DCSW
Too often abuse grows from a sense of "deserving" it - which is never true, a belief that you have no options - which is never true - but does require thoughtful and safe planning if you are choosing to extricate yourself from a relationship that has all the potential for getting worse - unless your abuser is able to take responsibility for his/her abusive behavior.
41 Years Experience
Online in Multiple States
Alabama, Maryland, Texas, Virginia, Washington, D.C.
(Online Only)
Domestic Abuse
Awaken Wellness Center, Inc.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Surviving abuse leaves marks that go far deeper than what others can see. We meet you where you are, at your own pace, with safety and trust at the center of our work. Brainspotting helps process trauma stored in the body, while IFS gently supports the parts of you still protecting against fear, shame, or self-blame that was never yours to carry.
27 Years Experience
Domestic Abuse
Amanda Cummings Brandenburg
Psychologist, PhD
I specialize in intimate partner violence and domestic violence with practice and experience in a variety of settings. I have worked on DV hotlines as well as in confidential safe houses. My doctoral research was on IPV in young adults and I am passionate about providing high quality services to survivors.
11 Years Experience
In-Person in Charlotte, NC 28277
Online in
PSYPACT states
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, CNMI, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
Domestic Abuse
Clear Path Counseling and Wellness Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA. LPC
Brad provides trauma-informed therapy for individuals who have experienced domestic abuse, intimate partner violence, emotional abuse, coercive control, or the lasting psychological effects of unsafe or harmful relationships. Survivors of domestic violence often experience trauma responses such as anxiety, hypervigilance, depression, shame, fear, emotional numbness, difficulty trusting others, and feeling disconnected from themselves and others.
Brad takes a holistic, trauma-focused approach to healing from domestic abuse, helping clients safely process their experiences and begin rebuilding a sense of stability, self-worth, and emotional safety. Therapy provides a confidential, supportive environment where clients can explore their experiences at their own pace without judgment, pressure, or fear.
As an experienced trauma therapist and EMDR therapist, Brad integrates EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), trauma-informed counseling, emotional regulation strategies, and holistic therapeutic approaches to help clients process traumatic memories, reduce emotional distress, and restore a sense of control and grounding. Treatment focuses on supporting nervous system regulation, rebuilding self-trust, and helping clients move out of survival-based patterns into healthier, more empowered ways of living.
Healing from domestic abuse often involves more than talk therapy alone. When trauma is deeply embedded, it can affect emotional regulation, relationships, decision-making, and physical well-being. Brad’s approach focuses on addressing the root impact of trauma so clients can experience meaningful, lasting recovery rather than short-term coping.
Therapy is collaborative and individualized, supporting each client’s unique needs, safety considerations, and healing goals. The process often includes strengthening boundaries, improving emotional resilience, rebuilding identity, and restoring the ability to feel safe in relationships again.
Healing and recovery are possible. With the right support, survivors of domestic abuse can move beyond the effects of trauma, reclaim their sense of self, and build a life grounded in safety, strength, and emotional freedom.
28 Years Experience
Online in Multiple States
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
(Online Only)
Domestic Abuse
Dr. Christopher Lowery, DHSc, CLCP
Clinical Health Practitioner, Board-Certified Life Care Planner
This component provide compassionate, evidence-informed care to individuals affected by domestic abuse and violence, focusing on safety planning, trauma recovery, emotional empowerment, and rebuilding healthy relationships.
24 Years Experience
In-Person in Houston, TX 77008
Online in Multiple States
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Northern Mariana Islands, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin