Virginia

Jessie Bohnenkamp, LPC

Virtual and in-person therapy for Virginia residents.

As an HSP mom and therapist, I love working with highly sensitive women, pregnant women and new mothers, and women with anxiety (or any combination of the above!). I have advanced training in maternal mental health and use Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, mindfulness, and supportive therapy to help HSP women and mothers feel healthier and more at ease in their lives.

Lori A. Bristow, PhD, LLC

Psychological services provided via telehealth
703-477-0692 | bristow.lori@gmail.com | https://www.loribristowphd.com

My practice specializes in self-development and relationship issues. I enjoy working with adults who identify as highly sensitive or deeply empathic, and the struggle that may come with such sensory processing sensitivity or traits, like:
boundaries with self or others, emotional regulation and processing, making meaning of changes and life decisions, and
the desire for quiet or alone time in a demanding world.

Joe Burke, MSW, LCSW

Physically located in Cary, NC and provide remote therapy to residents of North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and Maryland.

919-200-0203|joe@endeavor-counseling.com|https://www.endeavor-counseling.com/therapy-hsp-cary-nc

As a fellow HSP, I understand both the gifts and the challenges that come with high sensitivity.

I specialize in helping deeply thoughtful and sensitive people who are struggling with overthinking, emotional intensity, and people-pleasing learn to move through the world without losing themselves in the process.

My practice is also focused on working with HSP professionals, executives, and high achievers navigating burnout, perfectionism, imposter syndrome, and chronic self-doubt. I enjoy helping those who may have become misaligned with their professional path reconnect with what actually matters to them, and start moving with through life with intention.

Lauren De Marco, LCSW-C, LICSW

Sara Dochterman, LCSW

Annelie Guterma, PhD, LMT, MSW

Charlottesville, VA/ online
Both in person and Telehealth
631-526-8915 | connect@annelieguterma.com | https://www.annelieguterma.com/

In my practice, I focus on creating a safe, supportive environment where HSPs can explore their unique sensitivities without feeling overwhelmed. This approach includes helping clients recognize their heightened sensitivity as a strength, teaching tools for emotional regulation, and fostering resilience in environments that may feel overstimulating. By acknowledging and honoring this trait, we can work together to build healthier boundaries, reduce anxiety, and enhance well-being.

This approach is particularly beneficial for HSPs who may feel misunderstood or overwhelmed by traditional therapeutic models, as it addresses their unique needs.

Jeanne Higgs, LCSW-S

Online Texas, Florida, Virgina
713-706-8308 | jeannehiggs@creativeconsiderations.com  | https://creativeconsiderations.com/

I specialize in working with Highly Sensitive People, helping professionals and creatives and the creative process. Areas of work include anxiety, substance abuse, depression, trauma, behavior change, life transitions and the use of mindfulness. I am also a certified Enneagram Applications professional and utilize the Enneagram in my practice. I identify as a Highly Sensitive Sensation Seeker and also provide services in Spanish.

Mary A. Jackson, LCSW

198 Spotnap Road, Suite A9, Charlotteville, Virginia

434 217-0720

majackson@heartofhopewellness.com

http://www.heartofhopementalhealthandwellness.com

I specialize in working with women with trauma and couples.

I am also a HSP.

Stephanie Johnson, Psy D

2805 McRae Road, Suite 2-D, Richmond, VA 23235
804-320-1797 | http://www.StephanieJohnsonPsychology.com |

I have significant experience working with this gifted personality. My therapy work is limited to adults, but I am happy to consult with parents of highly sensitive children as well. I welcome your call.

Andrea Kamins, LICSW

I offer online (telehealth) sessions via a HIPAA-compliant platform for clients located in Virginia, Massachusetts and Connecticut
(617) 545-4237 | andrea.licsw@gmail.com | https://www.andreakamins.com 

I work with individual adults (21 and older) who find themselves feeling anxious, “stuck” or overwhelmed. I specialize in treating anxiety disorders, depression, challenges faced by highly sensitive people (HSP), adult survivors of childhood trauma, complex PTSD, and childhood emotional neglect (CEN). My approach is integrative, meaning I make use of various types of therapies based on the needs and preferences of the client. I help clients connect past patterns with challenges they have in the present in order to make the kinds of changes that lead to a happier and more fulfilling life. Please reach out for a free introductory call if you’re interested in learning more!

Sammy Kirk, LCSW, LICSW

I am working virtually in Virginia, Washington DC, and Massachusetts. I’m located in Northern Virginia.
(240) 257-2669 | sammykirk@sammykirktherapy.com | https://www.sammykirktherapy.com/

You feel things intensely. You think deeply. Somewhere along the way, you may have gotten the message that this wasn’t okay– that you were too much or too sensitive. And maybe you believed it. While it may not always feel this way, I want you to know that I believe that strong feelings, deep thinking, and being highly attuned are great gifts.
I specialize in working with highly sensitive people, anxiety, and trauma, particularly childhood and medical trauma. I’m an HSP myself and have been described as warm, open, and playful. I always welcome all parts of a person and work from an attachment, psychodynamic, and internal family systems lens. Please reach out for a free consultation to learn more.

Jessica Magenheimer, LMFT

I practice exclusively online in several US states and some countries globally.
310-800-1630 | jessica@sensitivetherapy.com | https://www.sensitivetherapy.com

I specialize in working with Highly Sensitive People and recovering perfectionists & people-pleasers. I love helping HSPs address anxiety and relationship difficulties, set healthy boundaries, increase self-compassion and see their sensitivity as their superpower! I’m a certified Brainspotting therapist and also incorporate the modalities of DBT, ACT and narrative therapy.  I’m an HSP, as well.

Lucrezia Mangione, LCPC (MD), LPC (CT & VA),NCC, BC-TMH, DCEP

HSP Online Holistic Therapy in Maryland, Virginia & Connecticut.
802-578-3700  |  connect@mindbodywelltherapy.com  | MindBodyWellTherapy.com

Hello. I specialize in working collaboratively with HSPs in growing self-acceptance, improving coping skills, and enhancing the overall quality of life by addressing stress, anxiety, depression, improving health behaviors and self-care. My private practice is a boutique, women-focused, holistic therapy private practice specializing in Anxiety, Stress, Sensory Processing Sensitivity, Mindfulness in support HSPs who are young adults to elders, parents of HSCs. I also provide consultation services for private practices on SPS. And yes, I’m also an HSP.

Marcia J McKinley, JD, PhD, MS, LCPC (Maryland), LPC (Virginia)

telephone:  703-713-2442
email:  DrMcKinley@AdvancingInspiredMinds.com
website: www.AdvancingInspiredMinds.com​

I work with teens and adults who are gifted, twice-exceptional (meaning they are gifted
and have another exceptionality, such as ADHD, high-functioning autism, anxiety, or a
mood disorder), or highly sensitive (HSPs). Often my clients are both gifted and highly
sensitive.
I am a licensed therapist in Maryland and Virginia. Most of my clients see me online,
but I do have space in Herndon VA where I can see clients in person and lead groups.
When the Counseling Compact is approved, I can see clients in any state that
participates in the Compact. For a list of the states that participate in the Counseling
Compact, please see https://counselingcompact.gov/map/compact-states/ . I also offer
coaching and consulting services to people in Maryland and Virginia, as well as the rest
of the US and internationally.
Being a therapist is my third career. Previously, I was an attorney and a tenured
professor of developmental psychology, with specialties in child development and
cognition. I am both gifted (although I didn’t realize this until I had two doctorates) and
an HSP, and I homeschooled my gifted, sensitive son for many years.
It would be my honor to help you find your place and learn to use the strengths of
sensitivity to thrive in a world not built for HSPs. Please reach out for a free
introductory consultation.

Ashton Ralston, LCSW, DCEP

I am licensed in the state of VA. All sessions are online. Outside of VA I serve as a consultant.
ashton@ashtonralston.com | https://ashtonralston.com

If you have ever been told that you are too sensitive, I get it. Some of us are told that we are too sensitive or too much or even that we need a thicker skin. I was told that I am high maintenance!

These messages are damaging and can lead to shame, anxiety and self – esteem issues.

It would be my honor to walk with you on the journey from shame to self compassion. I would love to witness you as you shed the self that believes your sensitivity is a problem and step into the new self that claims it as your greatest asset!

I work exclusively online with limited 1:1 availability. I have a waitlist for group that is especially for HSPs- a place where fellow HSPs support one another, feel accepted and also hold each other accountable

Energy psychology (clinical EFT) and heart math are in my wheelhouse.

Desirée N. Robinson, Ph.D., LCSW-C, CST

Currently supporting clients virtually in Maryland, Virginia, Vermont, DC, and Florida
Mailing Address: 516 N Rolling Road, Ste, 305, Catonsville, MD 21228
301-241-6638 | desiree@yourheartsdesiretw.com | https://www.desireenrobinson.com

Desirée is a Psychotherapist specializing in supporting people to repair intimacy injuries and emotional wounds around sex, intimacy, body image and self-worth.  She supports individuals and couples navigate how to use their skills for connection – as opposed to survival or protection.

As an HSP herself and a relationship specialist, she believes that we enjoy the juiciest morsels of life when we are living (fully) in the present moment!”

Timothy A Sanderson, MD

4101 Granby Street, Suite 203, Norfolk, VA 23504
757 622-5191

As a Jungian Analyst, I encourage in depth approaches to life problems involving adaptations to both inner and outer worlds. I am also an HSP.

Kami Sidman, J.D., MA.Ed.

107 N. Payne Street, Alexandria, VA 22314
I also see clients throughout the DMV area via tele-health.
(571) 969-5264 |  connect@compassionatetherapycenter.com  | http://www.compassionatetherapycenter.com

I utilize Person-Centered and Existential approaches to help clients explore meaning in their lives and promote self-compassion. My approach can help you to recognize your own strengths and resources, as well as your capacity to adapt, grow, and demonstrate resilience when faced with challenges.

I specialize in supporting high-achieving, perfectionistic, and creative individuals with developing a more compassionate approach to themselves and more fulfilling relationships with others. I often work with clients who feel stuck professionally, struggle with work/life balance, or are considering a career change.

Victoria Chialy Smith, PhD, ABPP

Hope+Wellness
300 N Washington St, STE 304-B, Falls Church, VA 22046
703-923-8965 | info@hope-wellness.com  |  https://www.hope-wellness.com

I am a Johns Hopkins-trained licensed clinical psychologist with specialized expertise in the treatment of depression, anxiety, mood, stress, and life adjustment. Many of the clients I work with are children, teens, young adults, and adults who are highly sensitive.

Many of my clients are highly sensitive people and highly empathic. It can be tough to live in the world as a sensitive person. It can be exhausting, as your energy is used up simply to exist in a world that is not at all designed for the sensitive. I help highly sensitive people learn ways to remain grounded while building upon all the strengths that being a sensitive person brings — including creativity, closer connections and relationships with others — to flourish again.