Forgiveness therapists in South Suffolk, VA
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LEGACY MENTAL HEALTH CONSULTING SERVICES
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Legacy Mental Health Consulting Services provides supportive, insight‑driven care for individuals seeking healing through forgiveness—whether toward others, themselves, or past experiences that continue to cause emotional pain. We understand that forgiveness is not about excusing harm but about releasing the weight of resentment, guilt, or unresolved hurt. Through approaches such as CBT, mindfulness, compassion‑focused therapy, and trauma‑informed exploration, we help clients process difficult emotions, challenge self‑blame, and cultivate healthier internal narratives. Our work focuses on empowering clients to reclaim peace, strengthen emotional resilience, and move forward with a renewed sense of freedom and self‑compassion. Whether forgiveness is part of personal growth, relationship repair, or spiritual healing, we offer a safe, steady space to support the journey.
12 Years Experience
In-Person Near South Suffolk, VA
Online in South Suffolk, VA
Summit Counseling Services
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LPC, LCSW, ATR-BC
Forgiveness and issues in this area can be deep rooted and often related to trauma. Individual and couples counseling can be used to target forgiveness.
24 Years Experience
In-Person Near South Suffolk, VA
Online in South Suffolk, VA
Dr. Elizabeth Coldren
Psychologist, PSYD, PSYPACT
I work with adults who are carrying pain, anger, guilt, or unfinished emotional business from relationships that have been complicated or hurtful, including their relationship with themselves. Forgiveness is often misunderstood as excusing harm, minimizing what happened, or reconciling with someone who hurt you. In reality, many people come to therapy because they want relief from the internal weight of what happened and from the way they speak to themselves about it, not because they want to repair the relationship or “move on” before they are ready. You may feel torn between what you think you are supposed to feel and what you actually feel, or caught between loyalty, resentment, grief, and self‑protection. You might also feel stuck in self‑blame, replaying past choices and wishing you had done things differently.
People often seek this kind of work after emotional abuse, betrayal, estrangement, family conflict, or long histories of being the one who absorbs more than their share. These experiences can leave you questioning your reactions, doubting your worth, or feeling responsible for keeping the peace even when it costs you. Over time, the pressure to forgive, from others or from yourself, can create even more confusion, shame, and exhaustion.
In our work together, forgiveness is not a requirement or a destination. I am open to whatever feels most honest and supportive for you, whether that eventually includes forgiveness or not. The focus is on self‑forgiveness and inner relief. We explore what happened with clarity and compassion, how it has shaped your sense of self, and what you have been carrying alone. We make space for the parts of you that still feel hurt, protective, angry, or loyal, and the parts that long for softness and rest. The intention is to help you find a steadier, kinder way of relating to your own story, one that feels honest, grounded, and not dictated by pressure from others. If forgiveness, toward yourself or someone else, becomes part of that process, it can emerge naturally from understanding and self‑respect, not obligation.
26 Years Experience
Online in South Suffolk, VA
Camille Larsen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LAC
Forgiveness doesn't mean whoever you need to forgive gets a pass for what they did; it means you release yourself from the emotional prison you have become locked in with this person so you can be free. Would you like the people you love to get all of your presence?
10 Years Experience
Online in South Suffolk, VA
Allison Bernardo
Pre-Licensed Professional, Resident in Counseling
Forgiveness is a personal journey, not something that can be rushed or forced. Whether you’re working toward forgiving someone else or yourself, therapy provides a space to process hurt, anger, guilt, and resentment while discovering what healing looks like for you.
1 Years Experience
Online in South Suffolk, VA
Forgiveness therapists in South Suffolk, VA Statistics
Forgiveness therapists in South Suffolk, VA average 16 years of experience and charge around $211 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (62%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (37%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (37%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$211
Accept insurance
37%
Offer sliding scale
40%
Gender ID
| 61% |
Female |
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| 33% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 64% |
In Person and Online |
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| 36% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 62% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 37% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 37% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 36% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 32% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 32% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 31% | Family Systems Therapy |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 77% | Young Adult |
| 59% | Senior |
| 46% | Teen |
| 28% | Children |
Client Focus
| 64% | Women |
| 50% | Men |
| 46% | LGBTQ+ |
| 45% | Christian |
| 38% | Military / Veterans |