Grief counselors and therapists in Stephens City, VA

Welcome. If you have been feeling overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, mood swings, or trouble focusing, you are not alone. Maybe your teen is struggling, or you are exhausted from trying to manage symptoms on your own. When your mood, energy, or attention feel out of control, daily life can feel harder than it should. I offer a supportive, judgment free space where your concerns are taken seriously.

I believe the most effective care comes from a strong, collaborative partnership. I approach each person as more than a diagnosis, and I value honesty, accountability, and mutual respect in the work we do together. Change is possible—I’ve seen it firsthand—and I’m here to support you in becoming the version of yourself you want to be. My background includes both a Bachelor’s and Master’s in Nursing from Walsh University, and I bring that clinical foundation into thoughtful, individualized care.

I’m Ine Saka, PMHNP-BC, FNP, and founder of Empathy Wellness Center, currently serving Maryland and Virginia. As a board-certified psychiatric and family nurse practitioner, I provide compassionate, holistic, evidence-based care for children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in ADHD, mood disorders, anxiety, and trauma, integrating traditional psychiatry with wellness-focused approaches to support mind, body, and spirit.

Hi, I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), and I’m here to support you on your mental health journey. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, mood changes, ADHD, trauma, sleep issues, and life stressors using a compassionate, personalized approach. My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and understood. Together, we’ll develop a plan that helps you feel better and regain balance in your life.

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.