DeAndra Oliver

Hi, I’m De’Andra Oliver. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), CSAC-Supervisee, and Sex Offender Treatment Provider-Trainee (SOTP-T), and I love helping people and families work through tough times and find their strengths. I’ve spent over 15 years in mental health, so I’ve seen a lot and learned that everyone’s story is unique. I studied at Liberty University for my bachelor’s and got my master’s in Mental Health Counseling from Longwood University.

I work with all kinds of folks—kids, teens, adults, military families, people who are incarcerated or involved in the justice system, and members of the LGBTQ community. As a breast cancer survivor myself, I know firsthand how challenging it can be to navigate life during and after cancer. I’m passionate about supporting women through their breast cancer journey and helping them find hope and strength in survivorship.

I’m certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and use a strengths-based approach, which means I focus on what’s going right and help you build on that. I’m a Virginia Court-approved co-parenting educator for the Two Parents, Two Homes course and run SMART Recovery groups, so I’m all about supporting people in different ways.

As a CSAC-Supervisee and SOTP-T, I’m constantly learning and training to make sure I give the best care possible, especially in substance abuse and sex offender treatment. My goal is to make therapy a safe, welcoming space where you can grow, heal, and make positive changes that stick.

My style in therapy is all about meeting you where you are. I believe you’re the expert on your own life, so I want you to take the lead in your healing journey—I’m just here to walk alongside you and support you. I try to create a space that feels caring, relaxed, and judgment-free, where you can be yourself and talk about whatever’s on your mind at your own pace.

I’m here to cheer you on, but I’ll also gently encourage you to look at things from new angles and try out some fresh tools for growth. I use evidence-based practices like Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), but I always make sure to tailor everything to fit you and your situation. My goal is to help you tap into your strengths, build confidence, and find hope as you move forward.

When we have our first session together, you can expect a welcoming space where you’re encouraged to share your story in your own way and at your own pace. I want you to feel comfortable, respected, and truly heard—this is your time, and I’m here to support you. My approach is caring, but I’ll also gently nudge you to look at things from new angles and consider different ways to move forward.

Our first session is really just a chance for us to get to know each other. We’ll talk about what you want out of therapy, and I’m happy to answer any questions or concerns you might have about the process. I’ll ask a few questions to understand your background and what brought you in, but I always believe you’re the expert on your own life, so you’ll have the lead.

Together, we’ll start to figure out your strengths, talk through any challenges you’re facing, and set up a foundation for working together. My goal is for you to feel supported and understood right from the start, and to partner with you as you move toward positive change.