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Counselor In-person in Charlotte, NC, and online throughout Virginia
Chelsea Brown, LCSW
Treatment Philosophy
I believe everyone has the ability to grow, heal, and create meaningful change in their lives. Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but it can also become one of the most rewarding steps toward personal growth. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, empowered, and confident navigating life’s challenges. Together, we’ll work at your pace to help you feel more grounded and capable in facing whatever comes your way.
Who I Work With
I work with teens and adults seeking support with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma-related symptoms, women’s issues, and life transitions. I also support individuals exploring gender and identity, navigating grief and loss, managing relationship and family communication challenges, and coping with everyday stressors. Additionally, I have experience working with disordered eating, body image concerns, and building emotion regulation and distress tolerance skills.
What Therapy Looks Like in My Office
Therapy with me is a collaborative and personalized experience. I encourage you to show up as your authentic self and take ownership of your story while we move at a pace that feels right for you. I also incorporate grounding and mindfulness techniques to support emotional regulation and help you build practical tools you can use in everyday life. It’s fine to laugh and cry in my office with no judgment.
Why I Became a Counselor
My path to counseling began with a background in sociology, where I developed a deep understanding of how factors like race, class, gender, and socioeconomic status shape individual experiences. Over time, I saw the powerful impact that even one hour of feeling heard and validated can have on someone’s life. I became a counselor to provide that space for individuals who may not have felt seen or supported elsewhere—so they can feel acknowledged, valued, and empowered to move forward.
My Treatment Theories and Approaches
I approach therapy with authenticity, transparency, and a person-centered mindset. I see you as the expert of your own experience, and my role is to support and guide you using evidence-based tools tailored to your goals. My work integrates techniques from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, trauma-informed and strengths-based approaches. I also incorporate somatic and mindfulness-based practices, psychoeducation, and creative interventions like art and games to help make skills more accessible and engaging no matter your age.
My Life Outside of Work
Outside of the therapy room, I enjoy slowing down and spending time at home—often working on a new Lego set or relaxing with my dog. I’m a big fan of reality TV and love unwinding with a good show. I also enjoy traveling, attending concerts, and making memories with family and friends.
If I weren’t a counselor, I’d likely be a college advisor—helping others navigate their paths has always been something I’m passionate about.
Hobbies & Interests
In my free time, you can find me reading, exercising, exploring new restaurants, or checking out local coffee shops in Charlotte and beyond. I enjoy trying new experiences and finding small ways to stay curious and connected.
Practice Highlights
I offer both in-person and telehealth sessions in Charlotte, North Carolina, as well as telehealth services throughout Virginia.
Availability
My availability includes morning, weekday, and evening appointments to help accommodate a variety of schedules.
I’m Here to Support You With:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Trauma
- Grief & Loss
- ADHD/ADD
- Self-Esteem
- Stress Management
- College Student / Young Adults
- Life Transitions
- Relationship Issues
- Anger Management
- Perinatal/Postpartum/Infertility Counseling
- Disordered Eating
- Emotional Regulation
- Distress Tolerance
- Identity Exploration
- LGBTQIA+ Affirming Clinical Care
Other Team Members
Counselor In-person in Richmond, VA, and online throughout Virginia
Victoria Purcell, LCSW
I often work with young adults, teenagers high school aged and older, as well as adults of any age. I work with people with a variety of different needs. My passion is with trauma work, and I also work with folks with substance abuse and addiction concerns, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship issues, and folks who are in transitional periods of their life and looking for additional support.
Counselor In-person in Richmond, VA, and online throughout Virginia
Jasmine Brown, LCSW
I enjoy working with BIPOC, specifically women experiencing ongoing life issues. I am a versed ally and work with those who identify with LGBTQIA+ communities. I have experience working with those experiencing substance abuse, dealing with trauma, depression, ADHD, anxiety, victims of crime, formerly incarcerated, and other issues.
Counselor In-person in Richmond, VA, and online throughout Virginia
Alexis Apollony, MSW, Supervisee in Social Work
My Treatment Philosophy I believe the mind-body connection is an important part of healing. Sometimes we can understand an experience intellectually while still feeling its impact emotionally, physically, or relationally. By integrating EMDR, parts work, mindfulness-based practices, verbal processing, and action-oriented change, I help clients better understand where their emotions, beliefs, and patterns may have...
Counselor In-person in Richmond, VA, and online throughout Virginia
Victoria Billups, MA, Resident in Counseling, NCC, CCTP
I work with adolescents, adults, and couples who want more than temporary relief from difficult emotions. Together, we explore the experiences and patterns beneath your symptoms while building practical tools to help you feel safer, more grounded, and more in control of your life.
Counselor In-person in Charlotte, NC, and online throughout Virginia
Chelsea Brown, LCSW
I believe everyone has the ability to grow, heal, and create meaningful change in their lives. Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but it can also become one of the most rewarding steps toward personal growth.
Clinical Supervisor, Lead Counselor In-person in Chesapeake, Virginia and online throughout Virginia
Mary Davies, LCSW
I believe in the therapeutic process and consider it to consist of many forms. Each person is so unique and has their own story to tell in their own unique way and in their own time. The one thing I say to my clients in every first session, is, it starts with you. You choosing to show up to your appointment, you choosing to seek out support, encouragement, advice, a listening ear.
Counselor, Program Supervisor In-person in Richmond, Virginia and online throughout Virginia
LaSaun Dozier, LPC
I believe one of the most powerful tools we have in life is our voice. When people feel unheard, unseen, dismissed, or emotionally silenced, it can deeply impact self-worth, relationships, and emotional wellness. My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe, supportive space where individuals feel seen, valued, and empowered to heal. Our work together can also help clients find their voice, reclaim their sense of self, overcome their stuck points, and move through situations holding them back.
Counselor In-person in Richmond, VA, and online throughout Virginia
Sarah Worthy, LCSW
I believe in meeting clients where they are—without judgment or rigid expectations. Each person’s healing journey is unique, shaped by their own experiences, and my role as a therapist is to provide a safe, compassionate space where they feel heard, understood, and free to explore their thoughts and emotions at their own pace.
Counselor In-person in Charlotte, NC, and online throughout Virginia
Nikissia Craig, LCSW
I believe therapy and healing are not only about reducing distress—it is also about creating space for new insight, stronger self-trust, and a more aligned way of living that may not have been accessible before.