AMELIA MARKERT SHAW, LCSW

I am licensed in Virginia with extensive experience in providing therapy to help people maneuver through life challenges. Whether you are facing difficult decisions, tension from work or relationship stress, sudden life changes, or issues related to mental health treatment, I can help. I focus on connecting with each person where they are, allowing the therapeutic process to unfold and offering new perspectives to foster growth. Perhaps you have thought about counseling before and put it off, wondering if therapy could help you with what you are going through. The stigmas related to therapy want to place labels on our mental wellness if it is not in shape. However, this is an opportunity to get to know yourself on a new level, to explore things yet considered, acknowledge feelings that have been avoided, and in the process, gain a new understanding and perspective about yourself and your path in life. While time is hard to come by and there can be limitations due to technology, there are no limits to seeking solutions. This may result in learning new ways to manage stress, understand yourself better, and recognize how your thinking affects your reactions and emotions. I am very approachable, understanding, and eager to connect with you to work out a plan with specific intent for change, growth, and success. Taking the first step towards a more fulfilling life takes courage, and I am here to support you throughout your journey.