Breakthrough Mental Health Counseling

Looking for a therapist can feel overwhelming, especially when you are already navigating a difficult season. You might feel nervous about opening up, unsure of where to start, or disappointed by past experiences that left you feeling unseen or unsupported. You may even be wondering if you will ever find someone who truly understands what you are walking through. If any of that resonates with you, I want you to know that your courage is seen, and I am glad you are here.

At the heart of Breakthrough Mental Health Counseling is a commitment to creating a safe, steady, and deeply compassionate space where you can slow down and begin making sense of what you have been carrying. I believe in the power of honest connection, gentle challenge, and the kind of therapy that reaches the root of your pain rather than simply managing symptoms. Our work is grounded in evidence-based approaches and guided by a faith foundation for clients who desire it. Whether you are facing anxiety, working through past trauma, or trying to understand the patterns that keep resurfacing in your life, my goal is to walk with you, equip you with tools, and help you move toward the peace and clarity you were created for. I want this to be a place where you feel supported, understood, and free to take the next step in your journey.

Who we are

At Breakthrough Mental Health Counseling, I provide virtual counseling for adults throughout Virginia. My approach is warm, grounded, and intentionally supportive while also inviting you to stretch into the areas that help you grow. I believe progress happens when we are both comforted and challenged. You lead the way, and I walk beside you, helping you uncover patterns, understand emotional roots, and strengthen new skills.

Faith is an important part of my own life, and I offer faith-integrated counseling for clients who want to include their relationship with Jesus in the therapeutic process. For clients who prefer a strictly clinical approach, I respect and honor that choice.

My practice is guided by several values that shape each session and conversation.

Going beyond the surface

I look beyond symptoms and behaviors to understand what is happening underneath. Anxiety, fear, and emotional overwhelm often point to deeper patterns or unmet needs. Therapy is a safe and compassionate place to explore those deeper layers with curiosity and care.

A balance of comfort and challenge

You deserve a space where you feel seen and supported. You also deserve a therapist who invites you to step into growth, even when it feels uncomfortable. Healing often begins in those moments that reveal what you have been carrying for far too long.

Faith integration

If you desire it, I incorporate Scripture, prayer, and faith-based strategies to help you process emotions, connect with God, and find strength for the journey ahead. Your comfort and preferences guide this process.

Evidence-based treatment

I rely on approaches backed by research and clinical experience, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. These interventions help you reprocess painful experiences, shift unhelpful patterns, and build emotional resilience.

Honesty, humility, and compassion

Therapy is not instant relief. It is a meaningful, steady process that helps you build the internal foundation you need to move forward with clarity and strength. You will always receive honest, compassionate guidance without pressure or judgment.