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Licensed counselors and therapists in Colonial Heights for anxiety, depression, trauma, marriage and family counseling

Insurance Accepted • Same-Day Appointments Available • Telehealth Available

Colonial Heights Office

Light Counseling
215 Temple Ave., STE B
Colonial Heights, VA 23834

(804) 592-2793

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When it comes to finding therapy in Colonial Heights, VA, look no further than Light Counseling. We understand the importance of personalized support, and our experienced counselors are here to listen, guide, and provide you with the compassionate care you deserve. Whether you're looking for counseling for yourself, Christian counseling in Colonial Heights, or a therapist in Colonial Heights for a loved one, we can help.

Our experienced and compassionate therapists in Colonial Heights, VA specialize in various mental health concerns and strive to offer you the best care possible. Whether you’re looking for anxiety counseling, dealing with life transitions, feeling burnt-out at work, or searching for depression therapy in Colonial Heights, our counselors are here for you.

Light Counseling's Colonial Heights office serves the south side of the Richmond metro and the Tri-Cities, with counseling for Petersburg, Hopewell, Chester, Fort Lee, Prince George County and Dinwiddie County. We also serve the north side of the metro through our Glen Allen office.

Mental Health Counselors in Colonial Heights, VA

Our Colonial Heights counselors are licensed mental health professionals with graduate degrees and Virginia licensure or supervised residency. They work with anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, grief, addiction and marriage difficulties using evidence-based therapy. We are a Christian practice and faith-informed care is available to anyone who wants it, but it is never a condition of being seen here.

Looking for a Counselor Near You in Petersburg or Hopewell?

Our office at 215 Temple Ave. sits just off the Boulevard in Colonial Heights, a few minutes from Petersburg and Hopewell and an easy drive from Chester, Prince George and Fort Gregg-Adams. If you have been searching for therapy in Colonial Heights or a counselor near you in the Tri-Cities, this is your closest Light Counseling office. Telehealth appointments are available across Virginia if coming in is difficult.

Need a Counselor or Therapist in Colonial Heights, VA?

Request an appointment online or call us. Our intake team will follow up by phone within 48 hours to match you with a counselor at our Colonial Heights office, check your insurance and book your first session. If you would like a different time or a different counselor, or have a question first, call (804) 592-2793.

It helps to have these ready when we call:

  • Your insurance card (Tricare, Medicaid and most major plans are accepted)
  • The days and times you can come to Temple Ave., or whether you prefer telehealth
  • Whether you would like faith brought into your sessions or kept out
  • A sentence or two on what brings you in, for you, your marriage or your child
Counseling services in Colonial Heights, VA

Areas We Serve from Colonial Heights

Our Colonial Heights office serves the Tri-Cities and the southern Richmond area, including Colonial Heights, Petersburg, Hopewell, Chester, Prince George County, Dinwiddie County, Chesterfield County and Fort Gregg-Adams. If you are outside that area or cannot travel, telehealth appointments are available across Virginia.

Services at this office include marriage counseling, anxiety counseling, depression counseling and psychological testing.

Distinctly Christian Counseling

We’ve been integrating biblical insights and prayer into our therapeutic process at Light for decades.

When you enter our doors, you can expect a judgment-free environment and a patient counselor who will take the time to understand you. Our Christian counselors in Colonial Heights are here to listen, understand, and guide you through your unique challenges. We believe in personalized care, taking the time to understand your circumstances, needs, and goals.

Abuse, Eating Disorders and Life Transitions

Whether you’re dealing with abuse, an eating disorder, a significant life transition, a breakup, or something else, our counselors are eager to help you.

Scheduling your appointment

We are here for you. You can experience the commitment, care, and support that sets Light Counseling apart by scheduling your appointment today.

Counseling Services at Our Colonial Heights Office

Counselors at 215 Temple Ave. see adults, couples, families and children from Colonial Heights, Petersburg, Hopewell, Chester and Fort Lee for:

Psychological and ADHD testing is done in person at our Forest office near Lynchburg. See all of our Christian counseling services.

Insurance and Payment Options in Colonial Heights

We accept most major insurance plans at our Colonial Heights office, including Aetna, Anthem, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Sentara, Tricare, Virginia Medicaid and Medicare. Coverage can depend on the counselor, so our team checks your plan and tells you what your sessions will cost before your first visit. Self-pay and sliding scale options are available. See the full list on our insurance and payment page.

Counseling for Military Families, Veterans and First Responders

Our office is a short drive from Fort Lee (formerly Fort Gregg-Adams), and we see service members, veterans, military spouses and first responders from across the Tri-Cities. Counselors such as Bryce Williams, MA, Resident in Counseling, focus on military, veteran and first responder clients. Tricare is accepted, and telehealth sessions help when training schedules change or a move is coming.

Getting to Our Colonial Heights Office (paste into Module 6's card)

Getting here: we are at 215 Temple Ave., Suite B, just off the Boulevard in Colonial Heights, a short drive from Old Towne Petersburg, Hopewell, Chester and Fort Lee. If coming in is hard, the same counselors also meet by secure video.

Why Clients in the Tri-Cities Choose Light Counseling

We stand out among therapists in Colonial Heights, VA for several reasons, one of which is our commitment to providing clinically excellent care. Light Counseling’s Colonial Heights therapists hold advanced degrees, meet rigorous licensure requirements, and have extensive field experience—so no matter what you’re dealing with, you can be assured of our team’s ability to understand and help.

Light Counseling - Colonial Heights, VA

215 Temple Ave STE B

Colonial Heights, VA 23834

Clinically Excellent

At Light, we carefully develop customized treatment plans to address your specific circumstances, ensuring you receive the support you need at every step. Whether you’re dealing with depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, or any other mental health concern, our licensed professionals are eager to help.

Our counselors can employ various research-based therapies—including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness techniques, and trauma-informed care—to help facilitate the positive and long-lasting changes you’re looking for. Jesus is the ultimate healer and we’d be honored to help introduce you to Him, but if you’re not interested in faith-based counseling, we can accommodate your desire for secular therapy.

Light’s commitment to your growth extends beyond the therapy room. We go above and beyond by collaborating with other healthcare providers to ensure a comprehensive approach to your care—so even if we’re not the best fit for you, we can get you in touch with someone who is.

What Our Clients Say

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Questions About Counseling in Colonial Heights

If you’re looking for Colonial Heights depression counseling, we can help. Our team of counselors specializing in depression can help you navigate the uncomfortable feelings you’re experiencing.

Depression is a common mental health issue that affects many people globally. It’s more than just feeling sad now and then. It’s an ongoing sense of deep sadness, emptiness, and hopelessness that can disrupt daily life and relationships.

Anxiety impacts people of all ages. It goes beyond typical moments of worry or nervousness, transpiring in ongoing feelings of unease, fear, or even panic. Anxiety can disrupt your daily life, relationships, eating and sleeping habits, and overall well-being.

Meeting with one of our counselors can help you address the root cause of your anxiety and take steps toward true, lasting peace.

Trauma is a deeply distressing emotional experience that results from overwhelming events or circumstances. It can profoundly impact someone’s emotional, psychological, and physical well-being. Traumatic events may vary widely, from natural disasters and accidents to abuse, violence, or loss of a loved one. At Light Counseling, we understand that trauma can lead to a range of reactions, and our experienced counselors are trained to create a safe and supportive space for adults, teens and children to process and move past trauma.

The effects of trauma can be long-lasting, often extending beyond the initial incident. Individuals may develop coping mechanisms that, while initially helpful, can become detrimental in the long run. At Light Counseling, we recognize that each person’s trauma is unique and requires personalized approaches.

Our trauma therapists in Colonial Heights use evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and mindfulness practices to address trauma and its associated symptoms. We seek to help clients work through their experiences, utilizing Christian insights as permitted.

Our therapists are committed to fostering a supportive environment that promotes understanding and empathy for those affected by trauma.

We recognize that relationships, especially romantic ones, can be challenging. Communication breakdowns, intimacy concerns, and several other obstacles can strain even the most serious of commitments. Our marriage and couples counselors in Colonial Heights offer a supportive environment where you and your spouse or partner can lovingly sort out your differences.

We believe in the power of healthy relationships. Let us walk alongside you as you navigate the challenges in our office.

If you are looking for family therapy or a child therapist in Colonial Heights, VA, you are in the right place. At Light Counseling in Colonial Heights, we offer family therapy to parents and children who are looking to overcome challenges and grow closer together as a loving family unit. We also offer child therapy—so no matter how many family members live in your household, parent and child therapists are available.

Raising a family can be difficult. Just as there can be abounding love, unshakeable marriages, and steps that can be taken to rear children in beneficial ways, so too can there be broken homes, fights between couples, and children that are hurt by their living environments.

Sometimes, those challenges are best overcome with the help of a family or child therapist. Schedule an appointment today to see firsthand what Light Counseling can do for you.

No. Light Counseling is a Christian practice and faith-informed care is available to anyone who wants it, but it is never a condition of being seen here. Tell us at intake whether you want your counselor to bring faith into sessions or keep it out of the work, and we will match you with the right person.

Yes. Tricare, Virginia Medicaid and Medicare are accepted, along with Aetna, Anthem, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and Sentara. Not every counselor takes every plan, so our team checks your coverage and tells you what sessions will cost before your first visit. Self-pay and sliding scale options are also available.

We are at 215 Temple Ave., Suite B, Colonial Heights, VA 23834, just off the Boulevard and a short drive from Petersburg, Hopewell, Chester and Fort Lee. If coming in is hard, the same counselors also meet by secure video.

Yes. Telehealth appointments are available anywhere in Virginia, and you can mix in-person and online sessions. Clients from Chester, Prince George and Dinwiddie can use telehealth on busy weeks and come in when they can.

Request an appointment online or call (804) 592-2793. Our intake team follows up by phone within 48 hours to match you with a counselor, confirm your insurance and book your first session.

Psychological testing, including adult ADHD evaluations, is led by Dr. Gary Sibcy and done in person at our Forest office near Lynchburg. Counseling for ADHD-related struggles is available in Colonial Heights, and our team can explain the testing process when you call.

Yes. Our office is close to Fort Lee, and counselors such as Bryce Williams focus on service members, veterans, military spouses and first responders. Tricare is accepted, and telehealth makes it easier to keep going through schedule changes and moves.

Ready to Start Counseling in Colonial Heights?

Light Counseling's Colonial Heights office is at 215 Temple Ave., Colonial Heights, VA 23834. To get started, call us or submit a contact form and our intake team will take it from there.

Meet Some Of Our Colonial Heights, VA Counselors

Bryce Williams, MA, Resident in Counseling, specializing in military, veteran and first responder counseling at Light Counseling in Colonial Heights, VA

Bryce Williams

Military, veterans, first responders, anxiety, grief

MA, Resident in Counseling
Dr. Gary Sibcy

Dr. Gary Sibcy

Psychological testing, ADHD evaluation, memory assessment

Ph.D., Director
Alyssa Penrod

Alyssa Penrod

Marriage & family therapy

LMFT
Zach Clinton

Zach Clinton

Individual counseling, life transitions

PhD, Resident