![Nedra Voorhies, LPC](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/nedra-voorhies.jpg)
Depression Counselor
Nedra Voorhies, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
6366 Mechanicsville Turnpike, Suite 201-A, Mechanicsville, Virginia 23111 | 804-502-9111
Dr. Nedra Voorhies, LPC frequently works with physicians who prescribe anti-depressant medications for clients whose symptoms include sleep impairment, mood disturbance, and eating disruptions. She believes that symptom relief via medications is as important as is exploration of life circumstances that can cause disruptions in emotional well being. "No one should feel shame or fear when medications can decrease depression just as no one feels reluctance in taking insulin when necessary for control of diabetes. Depression can be relieved and not taking the necessary steps for relief, including medication and therapy causes unnecessary suffering."
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Depression Counselor
Kevin Fleming, Ph.D.
Coach/Change Agent/Consultant
At Home or Private Discreet Intensives
Grey Matters International, Inc. and the work of Kevin J. Fleming, Ph.D. handles depression and other emotional disorders in a very unique way. Most of therapy or counseling processes utilize validation, unconditional positive regard, and reframing as common techniques to get someone to heal from their depression. Though this can be helpful, it rarely fixes the core problem behind it and for tough cases we then refer them usually to a psychiatrist for medication which can have tons of side effects. Instead, why not try a natural and arguably more effective way to not just change your mind, but change the brain--where the depression is rooted. Contact us at kevin@kevinflemingphd.com.
![Nancy Montagna, Ph. D.](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/nancy-montagna.jpg)
Depression Counselor
Nancy Montagna, Ph. D.
Clinical Psychologist, Licensed in Maryland and Virginia
Available for Online Therapy
Depression is a suffering that takes the joy out of life and seems endless and hopeless. It drains your self-esteem. It is a sign of a problem but it makes solving problems more difficult. Sometimes medication can help, but psychotherapy is more effective. There are several approaches to getting out of depression and I would use all of them. We can work to notice and challenge depressing thoughts. We can work with underlying trauma or loss where you may have begun to feel depressed. I can also support you to take the kind of actions that lift your mood. You will learn ways of being more nourished and fulfilled.
![Megan Szczepanik, LCSW, c-IRT](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/megan-szczepanik.jpg)
Depression Counselor
Megan Szczepanik, LCSW, c-IRT
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
6000 Executive BLVD, Rockville, Maryland 20852 | 17276424746
“The Impossible Task”…if you’ve ever struggled with depression you get it. Something that ought to be so easy; sending that email, taking a shower, making the kids lunch, or walking the dog feels as if it’s insurmountable. Well-meaning friends and family aren’t very helpful when they suggest things like, “Just get dressed and exercise. It’ll make you feel better.” I get it. Calling a therapist might be the hardest thing you ever do. If you can take this one step, we’ll walk the rest of the way together.
![Amy Wagner, LMFT, LMHC](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/amy-wagner.jpg)
Depression Counselor
Amy Wagner, LMFT, LMHC
Relationship and Trauma Therapist/EMDR Consultant/Business Coach - Licensed in Virginia and Florida
Available for Online Therapy
Depression can be so difficult to manage and come out of nowhere. When we work together, we will gently learn the core of the distress that you are experiencing. As we learn your life story, we may find that some of the distress is rooted in early childhood trauma and attachment wounding. We will embrace all parts of yourself and learn about the challenging messages you may have grown up with that manifested into the distress you feel today. Depression can be a messenger, an alarm telling you that it is time to heal experiences from earlier in life. In our work together, we'll use EMDR, Emotion Focused Therapy and Expressive Arts to help you become your best self.
![Ellie Shumaker, MA, LCSW](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/ellie-shumaker.jpg)
Depression Counselor
Ellie Shumaker, MA, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
4913 Fitzhugh Avenue #102 - Willow Lawn Area, Richmond, Virginia 23230 | 804-661-0641
When in my late 30's, I went through a serious depression & so have a real understanding of the suffering involved here, along with what can help lift that cloud off your heart. Steps: #1 Strengthen your true identity, your sense of self, apart from the depression you're enduring: (You are not the depression, you are a wondrous human being who is dealing w/ it.) #2 Examine the multi-faceted nature of your depression--its emotional, biological, mental, social & spiritual aspects & then apply every remedy the two of us can come up with! We'll use common sense, knowledge, love & creativity to help bring you out of that darkness & back into the light. There is more hope than you can imagine!
![Lifebulb Counseling and Therapy, LCSW, Ph.D](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/lifebulb-counseling-and-therapy.jpg)
Depression Counselor
Lifebulb Counseling and Therapy, LCSW, Ph.D
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Available for Online Therapy
Taking The First Step is Always The Hardest Let us help you, and together we can defeat depression. The right approach will help you feel better and lead you to recovery. Remember that feelings of helplessness and hopelessness are symptoms of depression—not the reality of your situation. Getting support is critical for you to fight depression. Our depression therapists understand your situation & take steps to help you feel better.
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Are you ready to experience new freedom? Thank you for visiting our Virginia search of licensed therapists in Richmond who specialize in helping people overcome sadness, treat major depression and mood disorders such as bipolar, postpartum depression, and seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Feeling down, lonely, and depressed can affect us at any station in life. Sometimes the cause may be physiological (such as hormonal or due to medication), it may be emotional, environmental, psychological or any combination of the above. Counseling for recovery and restoration from depression by a top rated therapist in Richmond will help you climb back up and start living your dreams again.
Richmond is not part of any county and is located in Virginia. It has a land area of 59.82 square miles and a water area of 2.65 square miles.  The population of Richmond is 220,289 people with 87,224 households and a median annual income of $40,758. .
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Mental health treatment and therapy in Richmond is sometimes a struggle to afford for families and individuals without proper insurance coverage. Finances for many in Richmond are not able to cover long term weekly counseling sessions without a budgetary plan in place. The good news is that therapists are often willing to work with you if accessibility is an issue. Low cost therapy and sliding scales are just some of the options that therapists can offer. Insurance may cover your sessions as well. Talk to your counselor to learn more. Low cost counseling and affordable therapy are also sometimes offered by listed city and university level clinics, check with your local Richmond public health department.