Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) therapists in Norfolk, VA
Browse Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) therapists in Norfolk, Virginia. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
CFT
A Little Healing LLC
Counselor/Therapist, LPC
I work with women who are used to being the person everyone else can count on but often struggle to give themselves that same care. You may find yourself saying yes when you really want to say no, feeling guilty when you set a boundary, overthinking whether someone is upset with you, or constantly putting other people's feelings and needs ahead of your own. Maybe you look like you have it all together on the outside, but inside you're exhausted, anxious, questioning yourself, or wondering when you lost touch with who you are and what you need. I help women struggling with people-pleasing, low self-esteem, boundaries, anxiety, depression, and trauma understand and heal the deeper wounds and patterns that keep them stuck. My goal isn't to teach you to stop caring about other people or become someone you're not. I want to help you learn how to care about others without continually abandoning yourself in the process. Together, we'll work toward helping you trust yourself, strengthen your voice, set healthier boundaries without being consumed by guilt, develop greater self-compassion, and reconnect with the parts of yourself that may have gotten lost while you were busy being who everyone else needed you to be.
5 Years Experience
Online in Norfolk, VA (Online Only)
CFT
Kelsey Ellis
Psychologist, Ph.D., LCP
Many of the women I work with are capable, caring, and used to holding everything together, even when it comes at the cost of their own bandwidth. From the outside, life may look steady, but internally there can be tension, exhaustion, or a quiet sense of disconnection. I offer trauma informed, relational therapy for women who are ready to understand themselves more deeply and find a way of living that feels more sustainable. My work is grounded in attachment and nervous system awareness, and I approach therapy as a collaborative process rooted in genuine conversation rather than quick fixes. If you are looking for a space where you can show up honestly and feel met as a whole person, I invite you to connect for a consultation.
2 Years Experience
Online in Norfolk, VA (Online Only)
CFT
MindOverHealing Therapies
Hypnotherapist, CHt
My practice of MindOverHealing Therapies is dedicated to supporting and helping individuals achieve holistic mind-body-spirit healing so they can break through barriers and be empowered to experience life's possibilities. At this time, I offer online therapy sessions where clients can receive sessions in the comfort of their homes.
3 Years Experience
Online in Norfolk, VA (Online Only)
CFT
Jennifer L Abel
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I have spent decades devoted to specializing in the treatment of anxiety. Worried? I am an expert at treating generalized anxiety disorder (GAD; the worry disorder). I'm also great at treating panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), insomnia, phobias, work stress, performance anxiety, depression and social anxiety. But you can talk to me about anything. For a sample of what I do, check me out on YouTube.
30 Years Experience
Online in Norfolk, VA (Online Only)
CFT
Allison Bernardo
Pre-Licensed Professional, Resident in Counseling
As a LGBTQ+, first-generation Filipina woman, I know how meaningful it is to feel understood and accepted without having to explain every part of your identity. I strive to create a warm, affirming space where you can show up exactly as you are. Whether you’re healing from difficult family relationships, navigating grief, exploring your identity, working through relationship concerns, or processing life’s unexpected challenges, you don’t have to do it alone. My hope is that therapy feels like a place where you can be honest, feel supported, and leave each session with a greater understanding of yourself and the confidence to move toward the life you want.
1 Years Experience
Online in Norfolk, VA
Norfolk is home to Naval Station Norfolk — the world's largest naval base — and sits at the center of the Hampton Roads military metro, with a therapy community substantially defined by the needs of active-duty service members, veterans, and military families navigating deployment stress, PTSD, and the challenges of military life. The city's large African American population and history of racial inequity create consistent demand for culturally affirming therapists who work with racial trauma, community resilience, and intergenerational family dynamics. Sentara Norfolk General Hospital and the Hampton VA Medical Center provide major institutional mental health anchors for the region. Old Dominion University, which absorbed Eastern Virginia Medical School in 2024, maintains clinical training programs that feed practitioners into the broader Norfolk therapy community.
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) therapists in Norfolk, VA Statistics
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) therapists in Norfolk, VA average 14 years of experience and charge around $200 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (88%), Depression (74%), and Stress (66%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$200
Accept insurance
40%
Offer sliding scale
40%
Gender ID
| 78% |
Female |
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| 18% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 52% |
In Person and Online |
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| 48% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 88% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 74% | Depression |
| 66% | Stress |
| 58% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 55% | Self Esteem |
| 49% | Loss or Grief |
| 43% | ADHD |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 77% | Young Adult |
| 45% | Senior |
| 38% | Teen |
| 18% | Children |
Client Focus
| 65% | Women |
| 45% | LGBTQ+ |
| 40% | Men |
| 23% | Black / African American |
| 20% | Hispanic / Latino |