Group Therapy in Richmond, Virginia

For those battling
self-criticism & shame.

Does this sound like you?

You tend to minimize your emotions, often comparing your struggles and telling yourself others have it way worse than you.

Your compassion toward others comes naturally to you, but giving this to yourself is extremely challenging.

You beat yourself up in your own mind A LOT, maybe even non-stop.

You are not alone.

Let’s talk about…

Group Therapy

Group therapy is an invaluable way to connect with others who are experiencing similar life challenges.  When you are able to see your own struggles in others you feel less alone in the world.  The group experience is also a great way to learn about how others have successfully navigated and coped with life challenges.

What Group Therapy can help you achieve:

  • Increased sense of connection with others.

  • Feel less alone in your struggles by seeing others who have similar issues. 

  • Able to see others at various stages of healing, seeing that growth is possible.

  • Cultivate a kinder, more compassionate relationship with yourself.

  • Be less self-critical and decrease self-judgments.

  • Allow yourself to experience your emotions without judging yourself for struggling.

  • Stop comparing your challenges to others, knowing that your feelings are valid.

  • Build ways to take care of yourself and prioritize your needs.

How does it work?

Step 1: Free Consultation Call

We begin with a complimentary consultation call to determine if I would be a suitable fit to assist you in achieving your therapeutic goals.

Step 2: 90-Minute Intake Appointment for Your First Session

During this appointment, we gather information and delve into present difficulties, personal history, background, family life, and relationship history. This initial session allows me to gain a comprehensive understanding of who you are, laying the foundation for our work together.

Step 3: Attend Group Sessions

You are encouraged to attend all group sessions as scheduled.

More details coming soon! 

Payment Details

90-Minute Intake:
$250

Group Session rate:
To be determined.

More details coming!

Credit card information is saved on file in a secure electronic health record system.  It uses stripe. Payment is collected on the date of service, except for first session a deposit is due.

Insurance

I am an “out of network” provider, meaning that I am not in network with any insurance companies.  I can provide documentation, a “superbill”, to you if you are seeking insurance reimbursement. To see if you have out of network benefits, you will need to contact your insurance company and ask about “out of network mental health benefits.”  

The Process

Step 1: Apply for a Free 15-minute Consult Call.

Step 2: Following our call, if we decide to move forward, we'll arrange a 90-minute Intake Session where we can delve deeper into your current situation together.

Step 3: From there, you are encouraged to attend all group sessions as scheduled.

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I’m Alex, a licensed psychotherapist in Richmond, VA.  

I strive to create a safe space to explore the messy, complicated, shadowy, parts of human existence. 

After five years practicing as a licensed therapist, with a total of 13 years providing supportive services for victims/survivors of trauma, I've crafted an approach that's both warm and direct. Your voice matters deeply to me, and I'm here to gently guide you through any areas of struggle. My practice often incorporates mindfulness and meditation techniques, encouraging clients to slow down and reconnect with their emotions and physical sensations.

Together, we'll uncover how past experiences shape your current challenges, while simultaneously celebrating and nurturing the strengths you already possess to support your journey towards growth and healing.

Real life, every day client results

After Group Therapy,
past clients have…

Noticed when they were engaging in self-criticism and paused. Then chose to engage in self-compassion instead.

Prioritized their needs and realized that struggling with self-criticism is a human experience.

Let themselves have emotions without minimizing them or comparing their struggles to others.

  • “In each session, she creates a safe and validating space to discuss what is on my mind while also challenging me to dig deeper into my emotions and thoughts.”

    — Anonymous Client

  • “I was desperate for a change and that's when I found Alex. After our first meeting, I knew she was the right fit for my healing journey.”

    — Anonymous Client

  • “Alex is gentle and encouraging, and has a deep insight into what her patients are feeling and experiencing during sessions.”

    — Anonymous Client

  • "Therapy with Alex is finally having a space in which I can be authentic and vulnerable in a way that feels safe and welcomed, even when my more shadowy or child-like parts come to session."

    — Anonymous client

FAQs

  • You struggle with low self-esteem and high self-criticism. You tend to minimize your emotions and tell yourself others have it worse than you. You feel very alone in your experiences of high self-criticism and would like to meet others who have similar struggles. You know you should take better care of yourself, but struggle to do so. You’re a very compassionate person toward others, but have a lot of difficulty giving this to yourself.

  • You are not able to commit to attending a group regularly.

  • I am an “out of network” provider, meaning that I am not in network with any insurance companies. I can provide documentation, a “superbill”, to you if you are seeking insurance reimbursement. To see if you have out of network benefits, you will need to contact your insurance company and ask about “out of network mental health benefits.”

Join the Waitlist

Are you interested in Group Therapy? Fill out the form to join the waitlist.