Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Chesapeake, VA

I’m Dr. Gina Sissoko, a licensed clinical psychologist passionate about helping women—especially Black women, immigrant women, and high-achieving professionals—heal from trauma, manage stress, and create lives that feel balanced and authentic.

My style is warm, collaborative, and grounded in both science and cultural awareness. I specialize in supporting women navigating burnout, relationship challenges, and the effects of racism or gender bias at work. In our sessions, I create a space where you can slow down, feel seen, and rebuild confidence from the inside out.

Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming — and sometimes the hardest part is simply starting. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Registered Art Therapist, and Master Addictions Counselor, I bring more than two decades of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families through some of life’s most challenging moments.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 8 years of experience in counseling, social services, program management, staff development, training, and community outreach. My work is grounded in a deep commitment to helping individuals feel empowered, supported, and whole.

Beyond direct clinical practice, I have a proven track record of improving clinical workflows, enhancing staff morale, and strengthening client engagement through innovative, person-centered service delivery. I believe in fostering healing through compassion and collaboration.

Education

• Master of Social Work, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA — May 2015

Concentration: Clinical Social Work Practice

• Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA — May 2013

Minor: Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s Studies

Concentration: Urban Psychology

Hi, I’m Jody. I have a master’s degree in clinical social work and am a licensed clinical social worker. I’ve been working as a clinician for the past 8 years in a community outpatient mental health agency.

I specialize in substance use disorders, anxiety, depression, and trauma.

I have a background in women’s mental health including relationships and parenting.

Hi there! I'm Courtney Goolsby, an LPC in the state of Virginia. I have been working in the mental health field for over 10 years and truly love assisting in the creation of change. I specialize in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, and communication challenges.