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    Currently Accepting New Clients

    Providers with Sexuality & Gender Affirming Therapy expertise who have immediate or near-immediate availability.

    Kate VanDerbeek

    Kate VanDerbeek

    Accepting

    LCSW

    (She/Her)

    Kate offers a calm, compassionate presence and believes in creating a space where clients feel deeply seen, heard, and supported. She understands how heavy life can feel at times and is honored to walk alongside individuals and families as they navigate life's challenges.

    With over 20 years of experience in school, residential, outpatient, and community mental health settings, Kate supports adolescents, adults, and families navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, grief, bipolar disorder, and PTSD. She provides EMDR therapy and is currently working towards her EMDR certification.

    Education

    Master's Degree in Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University (2005). Certified as a sex offender treatment provider.

    Availability

    Accepting new clients with Optum, UnitedHealthcare, Sentara & Cigna — evening and weekend availability

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    Diana Canary

    Diana Canary

    Accepting

    Supervisee in Social Work

    (She/Her)

    Diana is passionate about helping people reconnect with their strengths and find healing in the face of life's challenges. She is LGBTQIA+ affirming and committed to creating an inclusive, respectful therapeutic environment for all clients.

    Diana works with teens (12+), young adults, and adults navigating concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, low self-esteem, identity exploration, and life transitions. She is especially passionate about supporting individuals who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of their next steps.

    Education

    Master's in Social Work from Delaware State University

    Availability

    Telehealth referrals with immediate availability

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    Bethany Allen

    Bethany Allen

    Accepting

    Supervisee in Social Work

    (She/Her)

    Bethany is a compassionate and dedicated therapist who strives to meet each client exactly where they are in their journey. She is committed to providing a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients can process life's challenges and work toward meaningful change.

    She works with children, adolescents, young adults, and individuals within the LGBTQIA+ community. Bethany has extensive experience addressing depression, anxiety, trauma, sexual abuse and assault, and the unique needs of domestic violence survivors.

    Education

    Master of Science in Social Work from the University of Louisville

    Availability

    Telehealth referrals with immediate availability

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    Elizabeth "Eli" Marano

    Elizabeth "Eli" Marano

    Accepting

    LCSW

    (They/Them)

    Beginning therapy can be a difficult, anxiety-provoking, or possibly a relieving decision. It is an important step towards healing, and Eli is excited to begin that journey with you.

    As a therapist they believe in meeting you wherever you are at, working collaboratively to establish goals, and finding connection to the process. Eli's areas of specialty are LGBTQIA+ concerns, suicidality, depression, anxiety/panic, and relationship care.

    Education

    Independently Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Virginia

    Availability

    Presently accepting telehealth referrals

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