Life Transitions therapists in Charlottesville, VA
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Life Transitions
Dr. Heidi Anderson Sauder
Psychologist, PhD, CGT, CST
Life transitions can place unexpected stress on even the strongest relationships. Changes such as marriage, parenthood, career shifts, relocation, grief, caregiving, retirement, or changes in identity and priorities can impact communication, emotional connection, and daily routines. Gottman Method couples therapy helps partners navigate these transitions together by actively guiding conversations into deeper understanding of each partner's dreams to create a shared dream and direction. Through evidence-based tools and guided conversations, couples learn how to manage stress more effectively, strengthen emotional intimacy, and adapt to change while staying connected as a team.
The most common life transition that I help couples navigate is the "empty nest." Many people find themselves lonely and resentful at this stage of life and come into therapy to find themselves, their partner, and a new dream of a life together.
25 Years Experience
Online in Charlottesville, VA
Life Transitions
Bloom Within You Therapy
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Lauren Graham, LCSW
Life transitions can bring both opportunity and uncertainty. Changes such as becoming a parent, shifts in relationships, career changes, aging, changes in identity, or entering a new stage of life can affect your confidence, emotional wellbeing, relationships, and sexual sense of self. Even positive changes can leave you feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of who you are becoming.
In therapy, we will explore how these changes are affecting you emotionally, relationally, and personally. My approach is supportive, collaborative, and individualized, helping you adjust to change, strengthen your sense of self, clarify what you need, and move forward with greater confidence and intention.
4 Years Experience
Online in Charlottesville, VA (Online Only)
Life Transitions
Paws2Heal Mental Health Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Major life changes can stir uncertainty, stress, and old emotional wounds. Therapy provides support as you navigate change with greater clarity, resilience, and confidence.
8 Years Experience
Online in Charlottesville, VA
Life Transitions
Heather Watson-Perez
Psychologist, PhD
I support individuals navigating life transitions such as career changes, relationship shifts, parenthood, or major life decisions. These periods can bring uncertainty, stress, or a loss of direction, and therapy provides a space to process and regain clarity. I help clients build resilience, confidence, and a sense of purpose as they move forward.
21 Years Experience
Online in Charlottesville, VA
Life Transitions
Dr. Kimberly E. Johnson
Psychologist, PsyD, HSPP, APIT
Life is a series of changes, so good, some bad. Resiliency and flexibility are critical tools to help us navigate through. Change your perspective to see all the options before you. I help people persevere through "adulting", getting the first professional job, relationships, marriage, divorce, grief and loss and any other life transition. Your role in the family, at work, relationships and life also may need to change to achieve the balance and support you deserve. "We train people how to treat us." Sometimes we need to also train ourselves to become what we should be.
19 Years Experience
Online in Charlottesville, VA (Online Only)
Life Transitions therapists in Charlottesville, VA Statistics
Life Transitions therapists in Charlottesville, VA average 14 years of experience and charge around $202 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (81%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (41%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (32%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$202
Accept insurance
54%
Offer sliding scale
25%
Gender ID
| 75% |
Female |
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| 20% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 60% |
In Person and Online |
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| 40% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 81% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 41% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 32% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 31% | Motivational Interviewing (MI) |
| 30% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 30% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 27% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 74% | Young Adult |
| 48% | Senior |
| 37% | Teen |
| 16% | Children |
Client Focus
| 56% | Women |
| 36% | LGBTQ+ |
| 31% | Men |
| 23% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 23% | Military / Veterans |