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Is shame negatively affecting your life? Many people feel shame for all sorts of reasons, but shame is often a weapon used in bullying behaviors to make others feel defenseless, embarrassed, or confused. If you are experiencing these symptoms of shame, then it's a good idea to seek professional assistance from a licensed therapist, who can help you make sense of those feelings and stop them at the source.

Whether you are located in downtown Virginia Beach, Ashville Park, Bay Colony, Christopher Farms, or even Fairfield, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Common Signs of Shame

If you’re wondering whether you’re experiencing shame, this section is for you. Shame can bring on a myriad of symptoms, including:

  • Feelings of vulnerability.
  • Feelings of rejection.
  • Feeling small in relation to others.
  • Worrying about failing.
  • Worrying about what others may think about you.

This is not an exhaustive list. Licensed therapist Aaron Mason wrote this article about shame, imperfections, and the difference between guilt and shame.

Don’t Wait: Get Shame Counseling Today!

It’s totally normal to feel shame in the short term, but when these feelings linger or grow over time, they can have detrimental effects on your self-esteem and mental health as a whole. Therapy can help tremendously by helping you discover the source of your shame and how to overcome it. And Mental Health Match can help you find a quality therapist to get started. Start by browsing below or using our free therapist matching tool.

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Ashley Thomas
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Together, we will explore healing and fulfillment by addressing maladaptive behaviors, limiting beliefs, and traumatic activations that perpetuate dysfunctional cycles, paving the way for growth and transformation.


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Together, we will explore healing and fulfillment by addressing maladaptive behaviors, limiting beliefs, and traumatic activations that perpetuate dysfunctional cycles, paving the way for growth and transformation.

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My approach is intuitively led, meeting clients where they are while offering structure and support to explore and shift maladaptive behaviors or patterns. I use a combination of Emotional Freedom Technique and IFS parts in my work with clients.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Childhood Abuse or Neglect
  • Depression
  • Developmental Trauma
  • Grief
  • Postpartum Depression
  • Self-Esteem
  • Trauma
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Together, we’ll work towards uncovering your strengths, cultivating resilience, and fostering positive change. Our sessions will be a safe place where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment.


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Together, we’ll work towards uncovering your strengths, cultivating resilience, and fostering positive change. Our sessions will be a safe place where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment.

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I deeply value collaboration and transparency. I believe that therapy is most effective when clients and therapists work together as equal partners in the healing process.

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  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Anxiety in Relationships
  • Body Image
  • Communication Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce and Separation
  • Empowering Women
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Motherhood
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  • Trauma
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I will walk with you on your journey to understand yourself more deeply, identify what may be holding you back, and better cope with change.


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I will walk with you on your journey to understand yourself more deeply, identify what may be holding you back, and better cope with change.

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I use a person-centered and strengths-based approach to create a nonjudgmental space in which people are able to gain insight into their life circumstances. I also draw on a variety of evidence-based practices to match your needs.

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  • Adult ADHD
  • Adulting
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Make your world a better, brighter and safer space. Free from stress, anxiety and/or depression.

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I work best with adolescent to adult ages 12-60 and I assist them with reaching their goals by obtaining background information about client’s history along with presenting problems and asking them what goals they would like to work on.

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  • Grief
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Everyone deserves compassion and positive support and in these ways they can overcome presenting concerns. It just takes one step, and we will support you through your journey! I utilize movement such as Yoga to assist with developing coping skills.


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Everyone deserves compassion and positive support and in these ways they can overcome presenting concerns. It just takes one step, and we will support you through your journey! I utilize movement such as Yoga to assist with developing coping skills.

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I love to work with adults with disabilities and use motivational, trauma-informed and client-centered therapy approaches. I utilize movement such as Yoga when desired to assist with developing coping skills, as well as gardening as a self-care.

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  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Autism-Related Challenges
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Depression
  • Depressive Disorders
  • Grief
  • Intellectual Disabilities
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Balance
  • Life Skills
  • Life Transitions
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  • Stress
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