Schema Therapists in Norfolk, VA

According to my clients, one of the things they most appreciate about me is that I listen - actually listen - to what is said and unsaid. I don't tell them how they should or shouldn't feel. My first step is understanding what is bringing you to therapy. Then, I focus on learning about your life and all the different parts that impact you: your specific brain, your family, your work, which parts of your identity matter most to you, and your social and economic stressors. And as I understand you better, I offer support as well as interventions to move you toward your goals. As a single parent of 3 boys with varying presentations of ADHD and autism, I am very familiar with parenting stresses. I have worked in a variety of positions, from education to foster care to Medicaid services, and I use all of those experiences to support my clients. I like to say that I am the expert in counseling, but you are the expert on you.

Welcome! I’m Dr. Jennifer Cameron, a licensed psychologist dedicated to helping you understand and overcome the challenges you face. Whether you’re dealing with mental health issues, medical conditions, or life transitions, I’m here to offer support with a compassionate, evidence-based approach. Together, we’ll work towards achieving your goals and improving your quality of life.

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.

You're good at what you do. You're that friend, colleague, or family member that people reach out to for support and advice. You are the one that keeps things running for everyone else. And yet, you are burdened by an inner critic that constantly questions whether you are enough. You may be reaching burnout, but you can't figure out the right time to put yourself first. If you are looking to build a more sustainable relationship with your work, connect with me. I support high-achieving professionals navigating imposter syndrome, burnout, and work/life balance. Many of my clients are first-generation professionals, or professionals at multilateral development orgs (e.g., the World Bank, IDB, IMF) and the government, facing career disruption. I work with late-diagnosed ADHD, autistic, and OCD adults exhausted from masking and ready to understand themselves without pathologizing who they are. I believe clear goals and measurable progress are a form of respect for your time and your struggle. That's why I offer structure and a goal-oriented framework through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approaches, delivered entirely through secure video sessions. As an immigrant and first-generation professional myself, I offer a space to build genuine self-understanding, practical skills, and the confidence to advocate for yourself, in English or Spanish, wherever you are.

Our practice is grounded in a deep appreciation for the diverse experiences that shape each person’s life. Our founder grew up in Jamaica, Queens, surrounded and supported by three generations of remarkable women—an experience that continues to inform the values of care, resilience, and community that guide our work today. Across our practice, we have the privilege of supporting individuals from a wide range of cultural backgrounds, gender identities, and socioeconomic experiences, each bringing their own unique perspectives and concerns. As a practice founded by a Black, queer, first-generation college graduate, we hold a strong awareness of how power, privilege, and systemic forces shape daily life and mental health. We also recognize the vulnerability it takes to seek therapy. Our work is informed not only by clinical expertise, but by a deep respect for the courage and commitment involved in pursuing healing and meaningful change. This perspective shapes our intention to create a space that is thoughtful, affirming, and responsive to the full complexity of our clients’ lived experiences.

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 Veterans Affairs Hampton Roads Health Care System provide major institutional mental health anchors for the region. Old Dominion University and Eastern Virginia Medical School maintain clinical training programs that feed practitioners into the broader Norfolk therapy community.

Gender ID

	59%	Female
	27%	Male
	7%	Gender Fluid
	7%	Non-Binary

Session Type

	55%	Online Only
	45%	In Person and Online

Top Specialties

73%	Anxiety or Fears
64%	Depression
64%	Trauma and PTSD
55%	Stress
45%	ADHD
45%	OCD
45%	Self Esteem

Ages Served

100%	Adult
82%	Young Adult
45%	Senior
27%	Teen
9%	Children

Client Focus

64%	Women
36%	Black / African American
36%	Hispanic / Latino
36%	Military / Veterans
27%	Christian

Schema therapists in Norfolk, Virginia VA

Shay Malone

Jennifer Jones Cameron

Jennifer L Abel

Maria Jose Rendon

Alignment Psychotherapy, PLLC

Schema Therapy therapists in Norfolk, Virginia Statistics

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