Transformative Refuge Counseling Services PLLC

With over 14 years of clinical experience, I help adults heal from the deep wounds left by trauma, abuse, neglect, and betrayal — particularly when that pain comes from someone close to you, like a family member, partner, or trusted person in your life. Many of the clients I work with are struggling with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, or patterns that keep them feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from themselves. Whether you're navigating the lasting effects of trauma, managing bipolar disorder, or simply trying to feel like yourself again, I offer a safe, supportive, and judgment-free space to do that work. I take an individualized, trauma-informed approach to treatment, drawing primarily from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). As a certified DBT therapist, I help clients build practical skills to manage overwhelming emotions, shift unhelpful patterns, and create real, lasting change. I have had the privilege of working with people from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and life experiences across clinic, hospital, and community settings throughout my career. I currently serve adults in the Hampton Roads area with locations in Virginia Beach and Newport News. Healing is possible — and you don't have to do it alone. I'd be honored to support you on that journey.