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Therapy
PERSONALIZED MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING IN CHESAPEAKE, VA
Therapy provides a supportive space to work through emotional, behavioral, and life challenges with a trained mental health professional. Alpha Psychiatric Services provides individualized therapy for adults in Chesapeake and throughout Hampton Roads, with care tailored to your needs, experiences, and goals.
How Can Therapy Help?
Therapy can provide a safe, supportive environment to better understand your thoughts, emotions, behaviors, relationships, and experiences. Whether you're navigating a specific mental health concern or working through a challenging season of life, therapy gives you space to talk openly and develop strategies that support your well-being.
At Alpha Psychiatric Services, therapy is personalized to the individual. Your therapist will work with you to understand your concerns, identify your goals, and determine an approach that fits your needs.
Who May Benefit From Therapy?
You don't need to wait until life feels overwhelming to talk with a therapist. Therapy can support adults experiencing mental health concerns, significant life changes, relationship challenges, stress, or a desire to better understand themselves.
You may consider therapy if you're experiencing:
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Anxiety or excessive worry
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Depression or changes in mood
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Stress or difficulty coping
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Relationship or interpersonal challenges
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Grief or loss
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Major life transitions
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Difficulty managing emotions
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Low self-esteem or negative thought patterns
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Past experiences that continue to affect your daily life
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A desire for personal growth and greater self-awareness
Your reasons for seeking therapy are personal, and your treatment should be too.
Therapy Approaches We Offer
Our therapists draw from a variety of therapeutic approaches based on each patient's needs, concerns, and treatment goals. Your therapist can help determine which techniques may be most appropriate as part of your care.
Mindfulness
Mindfulness techniques focus on developing greater awareness of thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations in the present moment. These practices may be incorporated into therapy to support stress management, emotional awareness, and overall well-being.
Acceptance & Commitment (ACT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps individuals develop greater awareness of difficult thoughts and emotions while focusing on actions that align with their personal values and goals.
Hypnotherapy
Hypnotherapy uses guided relaxation and focused attention to help individuals explore thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and patterns in a highly focused state. When appropriate, it may be incorporated into an individualized therapy plan based on your needs and treatment goals.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying patterns in thoughts, emotions, and behaviors and developing practical strategies for responding to challenges differently. CBT may be used to support individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, and other mental health concerns.
Person-Centered Therapy
Person-Centered Therapy creates a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where you can explore your experiences at your own pace. The therapist serves as a collaborative guide while keeping your individual needs and perspective at the center of treatment.
Dialectal Behavioral (DBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) uses practical skills to help individuals manage emotions, cope with distress, improve relationships, and develop healthier ways of responding to difficult situations.
Psychoanalytic Therapy
Psychoanalytic approaches explore how past experiences, relationships, emotions, and unconscious patterns may influence current thoughts and behaviors. This deeper exploration can help individuals develop greater insight into themselves and recurring patterns in their lives.
What to Expect From Therapy
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Getting to Know You
Your first sessions give you and your therapist an opportunity to discuss what brought you to therapy, your experiences, concerns, and what you hope to gain from treatment.
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Creating Your Goals
Together, you and your therapist can identify goals for therapy and determine an approach that reflects your individual needs.
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Ongoing Support
As therapy continues, you'll have opportunities to explore challenges, develop new skills and perspectives, and discuss your progress with your therapist.
Therapy is a collaborative process, and your treatment may evolve as your needs and goals change.
Meet Our Therapy Providers
Insurance & Self-Pay Options
Insurance participation may vary by provider and individual plan. Please contact Alpha Psychiatric Services at 757-413-5444 for current insurance information and help determining your next steps.
Self-Pay Rates:
Initial Therapy Session = $250
Therapy Follow-Up = $175
Alpha Psychiatric Services provides therapy from our Chesapeake, Virginia practice for adults throughout the Hampton Roads area.
Our therapists provide personalized mental health support in a welcoming environment where patients can feel comfortable discussing their experiences, challenges, and goals.
Whether you're beginning therapy for the first time, returning after time away, or looking for a new therapist, our team can help you explore your options and determine the next step in your care.