Attachment-based Therapists in Virginia

I believe everyone tries their best, but sometimes life can be challenging. How we connect with safe people and places when we’re young affects how we handle our emotions as we grow up. When we lack stability and security, it can be hard to function well. I am dedicated to helping adolescents, couples, and families find trust and safety in their relationships. My experience includes Marriage and Family Counseling, Individual Counseling, School Counseling, Community Counseling, and Treatment for Opioid Addiction. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania and Virginia, as well as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I specialize in addressing relational issues in marriages, couples, families, and individuals. My focus is on attachment-based interventions, which help people become safe, secure, and stable in their lives. I use a relational-based, attachment-focused therapy approach, adapting to each individual's unique needs. I strive to create a safe space where clients feel heard and understood. My goal is to help people build healthier relationships and lead more fulfilling lives. *Specialties •Mental Health •Psychotherapy *Conditions treated •Depression •Anxiety •PTSD •ADHD •Addiction •Relationship issues •Family counseling •Trauma •Panic attacks •Substance use disorder •Grief and Loss •Counseling •Learning disabilities *Treatment philosophy I believe in support, transparency , and desiring to join with clients where they are in life. *Treatment approach •Cognitive Behavioral Therapy(CBT) •Eclectic •Trauma-Focused •Person-Focused •Emotionally Focused •Culturally Sensitive •Attachment based •Family Systems •Support Focused •Relational Focus

Great to meet you! Helping Women Reclaim Their Joy & Mental Well-Being Through Every Stage of Womanhood You don’t have to do this alone. I help women navigate the emotional, mental, and physical challenges that come with infertility, pregnancy, postpartum, breastfeeding, pelvic health, and parenting—so you can embrace the beauty of womanhood with confidence and peace. If you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected from yourself, I’m here to help you restore balance and joy through a MindBody approach. Hi, I’m Nicole—a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, midwife, reproductive specialist, fertility coach, and women’s mental health provider. But beyond my credentials, I’m also a wife to my OG hubs (love of my life!), a blessed mom of three sweet boys, and the founder of NestCalm, a mental health clinic dedicated to helping women thrive. I don’t just treat these challenges—I’ve lived them. I am an: ✅ Infertility warrior ✅ Miscarriage survivor ✅ Postpartum anxiety overcomer ✅ Pelvic floor dysfunction fighter ✅ Breastfeeding journey navigator ✅ ADHD thriver I know firsthand that women’s health is mental health, and I’m passionate about giving women the care, support, and strategies they need to truly heal. My goal is for you to leave every session feeling lighter, more at peace, and confident that you’re on the path to healing. ✨ Clarity about your symptoms and treatment options ✨ Relief in knowing you have a plan tailored to YOU ✨ Confidence in taking control of your mental health ✨ Tools to help you navigate life’s transitions with resilience I want you to Nest in Calmness always. If you're ready to take the next step, I’d love to walk this journey with you. Let’s get you back to feeling like YOU again. 💛 📍 Now accepting insurance-based and cash pay clients in New York and Virginia for virtual psychiatric care, as well as cash pay clients in Arizona, and Florida. *Specialties •Mental Health •Functional Medicine •Weight Loss •Holistic Medicine *Conditions treated •Anxiety •Depression •ADHD •Relationship issues •Chronic fatigue •Hormonal imbalances •Mental health •Weight loss •Life style change •Stress reduction •Hormone balancing •Anxiety relief •Sleep disorders •Family Issues •Cultural & Ethnic Issues •Grief •Loss •Trauma •PTSD •Infertility *Treatment philosophy At NestCalm, I offer psychotherapy, lifestyle counseling and asupplement/medication management, using a holistic and conservative approach. 🔹 Psychotherapy and lifestyle changes first, supplements and medication as needed – We work together to develop a plan that fits your body, mind, and lifestyle. 🔹 A judgment-free space – Every session is a chance for you to feel understood, supported, and empowered to take back control. 🔹 Healing that honors womanhood – I believe in working with your body, not against it, so we’ll consider factors like hormones, lifestyle, nutrition, and nervous system regulation. *Practice description Real Women Helping Real Women—Because If We Don’t, Who Will? At NestCalm, we understand that womanhood is hard—from the mental load of daily life to the physical and emotional toll of stress, anxiety, and hormonal imbalances. We believe that true healing comes from treating the root cause, not just the symptoms. Our expert team takes a functional approach to women’s mental health, integrating therapy, lifestyle changes, nutrition, hormone optimization, and holistic treatments to create a personalized plan that supports your mind, body, and soul. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, burnout, postpartum struggles, ADHD, PCOS, hormonal shifts, or body image and weight loss, we’re here to help you regain balance and energy. Why Choose NestCalm? ✔ Functional Mental Health Care – We go beyond symptom management to find the root cause. ✔ Holistic & Science-Backed Treatments – Therapy, stress management, lifestyle medicine & more. ✔ Women’s Health Experts – Care designed for the unique challenges women face. ✔ Safe, Supportive, & Judgment-Free – Real women helping real women heal. ✔ Convenient & Flexible Appointments – In-person and virtual options available. Because when women support women, we thrive. Book your appointment today and start your journey to calm, clarity, and full-body wellness. *Insurance •Aetna •Ambetter •Anthem •Cigna •Humana •Optum •UnitedHealthcare •Blue Cross Blue Shield •Molina Healthcare •Oscar Health •Medicaid •Quest •Highmark •Sentara

Starting and navigating therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to go through it alone. If you’re feeling stressed, drained, or just wishing for a sense of relief, I’m here to help. In therapy, we’ll work together to explore ways to manage your mood, increase self-awareness, embrace self-acceptance, heal from past trauma, and build more meaningful relationships. This will be a safe, supportive space where you can be yourself and heal at your own pace, while we tailor our approach to fit what works best for you.

Recognizing that things need to change is a good thing. It's usually the first step toward making improvements in our lives. I'm here to help you make things more manageable and to help you increase you satisfaction in life. Reaching out for help might be difficult and somewhat scary but it doesn’t have to be. My style of counseling is laid back, non-judgmental and accepting. Once we get started the initial anxiety of getting setup will ease and we can start working toward the goals that you have in mind or that I can help you find.

Great to meet you. I am so glad you are here! I am an LCSW, licensed to practice in the state of Virginia. I received my B.A. in Sociology from Norfolk State University and a Master's in Social Work in Advanced Clinical Practice from Walden University. I specialize in treating youth and adolescents, individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and those struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem, and women's issues. I utilize a person-centered, solution-focused approach to empower my clients to effect change in their lives. My approach to therapy is to empower individuals to achieve the goals they set for themselves. I support my clients by providing a safe and non-judgmental space to be seen and heard. I create an environment that is supportive and productive. My clients can expect to leave our sessions feeling motivated and also challenged to make effective changes.

Many of my clients come to me feeling alone, unfulfilled, and wanting something different out of their relationships. They are often feeling burnt out, struggling with impulsivity & procrastination, feeling “not good enough,” holding themselves to unrealistic standards, feeling weighed down by what’s happening in the world, repeating the same unhealthy relationship patterns again and again, and confused about who they are after spending so much time trying to be something else for other people.

Welcome to my page! I practice in California, Virginia, and Florida.  My style is very humanistic. I believe that all humans are hard-wired toward growth and healing, sometimes we just get stuck. Together we can uncover what gets you stuck and help you move toward a life that’s more meaningful. 

Hayley Dodd is a Licensed Mental Health Therapist with extensive experience working with teenagers and adults in both private and non-profit sectors of the mental health field. She specializes in working with clients coping with trauma, issues of loss and change, anxiety, depression, and the essential human tasks of: self-development, growth in relationships, and discovering meaning and purpose. Hayley uses a holistic blend of clinical interventions that incorporate the mind-body connection to help client’s achieve wellness, self-empowerment, and integration of past experiences with present issues and future goals. She can also assist clients in learning practical tools to cope with day-to-day stressors via mindfulness and somatic practices, as well as C.B.T. and D.B.T. techniques. Hayley views the therapeutic relationship as a safe, supportive, and collaborative experience. This foundation allows clients a more in-depth experience with themselves, and their unique path of change, healing, and growth.