Bethany Donovan MA, LMHC

(She/Her/Hers)

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Hello! I have been a practicing therapist since 2017 and I am incredibly passionate about what I do!

Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Norfolk, VA

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Services

  • Individual
  • Adolescent/Teen

About My Clients

I have experience in working with a wide variety of people and have found that I best serve individuals (teens 16+ and adults) who are seeking to overcome anxiety and complex PTSD. I am an active therapist, so we'll be a good fit if you are ready to learn, feeling motivated to get started and make some change, and would like hands on tools.

My Background and Approach

I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) with a Biblical & Christian framework. I use evidence-based therapies such as EMDR, CBT, and DBT, among others. I have experience working with incarcerated populations as well as in community mental health, non-profits, and now private practice. I have worked with people from a wide variety of populations in terms of race, ethnicity, age, nationality, and background.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

First & foremost: I am a follower of Jesus Christ, and I believe in the healing power of a strong relationship with God. That said, ALL are welcome! You don't have to share my faith to reach out for help! I specialize in helping adults heal from complex trauma, and I work with military service members & their families, veterans, first responders, and neurodivergent individuals. If you’re carrying the weight of past experiences and want a safe space to process, I’d be honored to walk with you. My approach is collaborative and faith-friendly: you set the pace, and I’ll walk beside you with care, insight, and respect for your story.

Techniques I Use

Specialties

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

Other Techniques

  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Nonviolent Communication
  • Person-Centered (Rogerian)
  • Trauma Therapy

Issues I Treat

Specialties

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Veterans/Military Service

Other Issues

  • Abuse
  • ADHD Therapists
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment
  • Burnout
  • Career Counseling
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Domestic Violence or Intimate Partner Violence
  • Infertility
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Self-Esteem
  • Self-Harm
  • Sexual Abuse or Assault
  • Spirituality
  • Suicidal Thoughts
  • Teen Issues
  • Veterans/Military Service

Client Focus

Age
Teens (14–18), Adults
Participants
Individuals
Languages
English

Qualifications

License
MA, LMHC, State of Washington · #LH610-81350
Years in practice
9 years

I offer online counseling in the following states:

I have experience with the following

  • Christianity

Hours & Availability

In-person & Telehealth
Both available

Location

Primary Location

6350 Center Dr
Norfolk, VA 23502
6614898383

Access & Transport

  • Parking available
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance (ADA compliant)
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At A Glance

  • Experience: 9 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $150 - 175/session

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6350 Center Dr
Norfolk, VA 23502

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