Licensed Resident in Counseling
You Don’t Have to Carry It All Alone
Perhaps you’ve been carrying more than you were ever meant to carry. Maybe you’re feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or simply exhausted from trying to make it through each day.
Healing begins with feeling safe enough to understand yourself. Together, we’ll make sense of your experiences with curiosity and compassion at a pace that feels right for you.
Who I Help
I provide counseling for individuals ages 17 and older, both in person and virtually throughout Virginia. I work with clients navigating anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, OCD, grief and loss, relationship challenges, perfectionism, self-esteem concerns, codependency, disordered eating, life transitions, and identity exploration. Whether your struggles are new or something you’ve carried for years, therapy offers a space to feel supported, gain clarity, and begin moving forward.
How We’ll Work Together
I believe genuine connection creates the foundation for healing and growth. My approach is holistic, collaborative, and tailored to you because no two people or stories are the same.
We’ll explore the emotions, experiences, and patterns that have shaped your life while building practical tools that foster resilience and self-compassion. My hope is that you’ll come away with a deeper understanding of yourself, increased confidence, and the ability to move forward with intention.
A Little About Me
I earned my M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Capella University and am a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). Before becoming a therapist, I spent over 19 years working across healthcare, dental, and mental health settings. Those experiences deepened my appreciation for the resilience people carry through life’s most difficult seasons.
Outside the therapy room, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, reading, and exploring trails with my two dogs, Georgia and Ruby.
Taking the first step toward therapy can be one of the hardest parts of your journey. Wherever you are, you don’t have to face it alone. It would be a privilege to walk alongside you as you reconnect with your strengths and move toward a more fulfilling life.
To schedule an appointment with me, contact me at:
diane@freespiritonline.org or
757-260-9333.
**SPECIAL NOTE Resident Sessions: As a Licensed Resident in Counseling, I am in-network with the following commercial/Medicare plans: Aetna, Cigna/Evernorth, and Sentara Health Plans and the following Medicaid Plans: Aetna Better Health, Anthem Healthkeepers+, Humana Healthy Horizons, Sentara Community Plan, and United Healthcare Community Plan. I am also able to see those not on these insurances for a sliding scale, negotiable fee.
I work directly under the supervision of clinical supervisor Dr. Jill Nardin at:
jill@freespiritonline.org or
757-204-1866.