As a licensed therapist in Virginia and South Carolina, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating life's complex emotional landscapes. My practice focuses on helping clients work through challenges like anxiety, life transitions, social connections, and personal growth. I bring a compassionate, faith-informed approach to supporting women through various life stages and emotional experiences.
My therapeutic work centers on addressing issues such as stress management, communication difficulties, self-esteem, relationship dynamics, and personal identity. I understand the unique challenges of young adults, caregivers, and individuals experiencing significant life transitions. My approach is holistic, recognizing the interconnected nature of emotional, spiritual, and personal well-being.
I am committed to creating a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their experiences, develop meaningful coping strategies, and move towards healing and self-discovery. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, seeking personal growth, or working through complex emotional challenges, I'm here to support you on your journey.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Self esteem, Depression, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Dependent personality, Divorce and separation, Drug and alcohol addiction, Emptiness, Family problems, Fertility issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hoarding, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality disorders, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Sex addiction, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
VA LPC 0701012259
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Dora is a great counselor and very attentive.
Written on Jan 05, 2026 after therapy with Dora for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and adhd
Dora is awesome. A wonderful presence to be in, and really listens and understands where you’re coming from.
Written on Jan 01, 2026 after therapy with Dora for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and career difficulties