Laura Griffin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 5+ years of experience working with individuals from various backgrounds.  Laura holds a post-baccalaureate certificate in Gender Violence Intervention and has assisted numerous survivors of sexual, domestic, and intimate partner violence in finding strength, healing, and a refreshed and renewed sense of self. Her therapeutic style is very person-centered, as she believes it is important to meet people where they are and tailor therapeutic approaches to their specific needs. Empowerment and strengths-based approaches are also central aspects of her work. She is trained in various treatment modalities including EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Trauma-Informed Care. She enjoys working with children age 10+, teens, young adults, and individuals healing from trauma. Laura’s goal is for her clients to take pride in having a therapist that will advocate, celebrate, empower, and challenge them.  Laura works with individuals in Tappahannock and Virtual

Insurance accepted: BCBS, Anthem, Carefirst, Optima, Aetna, Cigna, Self pay and Medicare

Christine Ferguson is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 19 years experience working in suburban, urban, rural, and university settings. Christine is trained in Dance Movement Therapy and Integrative Health Coaching (Duke Health & Wellbeing). 

Christine’s passion is working with clients with ADHD and Anxiety and the traumas that come from the academic and workplace feelings of inadequacy. She has many years of experience working with individuals and families from different racial and cultural backgrounds. 

Christine utilizes a variety of treatment modalities including Motivational Interviewing, Family Systems theories, CBT and DBT to draw on a clients strength, silencing the inner critic that impacts all of us from achieving our best self. She works with 16 years and up. 

Coaching is available for those already working with a therapist and need extra support or clients with a focus on academic avoidance/leave, executive functioning for professionals, or managing health related life changes.

Christine is in network with BCBS, United (Optum), Tricare out of network certified, Sentara/Optima and Self pay.  Commercial insurance only. 

Christina Green, MSW is a Supervisee in Clinical Social Work currently completing her two-year post-master  residency to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Christina received her Bachelor's and Master of Social Work from Indiana Wesleyan University. Christina is trained in trauma informed care, mindfulness, anger management, DBT, Advanced Flash technique, and EMDR. She has 17 years of experience working with adults in a community mental health setting.  Christina has experience providing individual and group counseling, case management and crisis services.  She is currently working under the supervision of Antonina Vitale, LCSW.  Christina works with individuals virtually.

Insurance accepted:  Optima, Carefirst, Aetna, Cigna Commercial plans, Self pay. Anthem Healthkeepers Plus, and Optima Family (Medicaid)

Lauren McKown, MSW is a Supervisee in Clinical Social Work currently completing her two-year post-master residency to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.  She approaches every client as a unique individual using openness and empathy.  She believes all struggles deserve to be seen and heard in a safe place. Lauren prides herself on using a client-centered, strengths-based approach to help clients heal from a variety of stressors such as trauma, depression, grief, and relationship concerns. In addition to traditional therapeutic modalities, Lauren is trained in Brainspotting and has experience working with TF- CBT (Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)  Lauren is open and willing to offer assistance and guidance on your healing journey.  Lauren works with individuals 16 years and in Williamsburg, Tappahannock or virtually

Insurance accepted:  Optima, Carefirst, Aetna, Cigna Commercial plans, Self pay. Anthem Healthkeepers Plus, and Optima Family (Medicaid)

Katie Howlett LPC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor. Her Masters degree is a Master of Arts in Community and School Counseling from Regent University and her Bachelors degree is from Virginia Commonwealth University in Social Work.  Katie has 12 years of experience in the mental health field including various macro and micro level internships. Katie has eight years of experience as a School Counselor. Katie has experience in trauma informed care, crisis de-escalation and management, working with youth populations, relationship issues, building and fostering self-esteem, and those struggling with substance abuse.  Katie’s theoretical approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused, EMDR, Family Systems and Person Centered Therapy. Katie is also trained in EMDR.  Katie is offering part-time hours at this time with Vita Bella Counseling, accepting clients ages 13 and up.  Katie works with individuals in Williamsburg and Virtual.

Insurance accepted: BCBS, Anthem, Carefirst, Self Pay, Optima, Optum, UHC, Aetna, and Cigna 

Rebecca Taylor is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a Master of Social Work and is completing her necessary hours to gain licensure. She received her bachelor’s degree in Sociology from Old Dominion University. Rebecca has spent several years working in community mental health in various capacities that have given her an appreciation for the unique difficulties that people may face and how they impact every area of their lives. Rebecca operates from a strengths-based perspective and utilizes evidence-based trauma-informed treatments that best fit the needs of those she works with. She incorporates various techniques such as mindfulness strategies, EMDR, CBT, DBT, and ACT to support changes that empower those she works with. These techniques are helpful for grief, anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. Rebecca is compassionate, empathetic, and considers it an honor to support those she works with. She is currently working towards getting EMDR certified.  Rebecca works with individuals in Williamsburg and Virtual.

Insurance accepted:  Carefirst, Aetna, Cigna Commercial plans, Self Pay. Anthem Healthkeepers Plus, and Optima Family (Medicaid)

Ioana [Yoana] Montel  is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. One of  her core beliefs is that when we know better, we do better. As a trauma-centered practitioner, She strives to help her clients experience a safe and secure connection, where they can explore the challenges that are interfering with their day-to day life. Her approach draws on Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR); attachment & polyvagal theories; ego states/internal family systems; and emotionally focused therapy.

Ioana encourages and supports her clients to develop skills that foster safety and connection and help them cope with life challenges, beyond the flight or fight response. Her clinical practice is focused on adults experiencing depression, anxiety, attachment injury, trauma & PTSD; life transitions; grief, and loss. 

Insurance accepted:  Optima, Carefirst, Aetna, Cigna Commercial plans, Self pay. Anthem Healthkeepers Plus, and Optima Family (Medicaid)

Traci Bunn Powers spent over 20 years in professional ministry. During this time, she experienced firsthand the negative impact that high-control religion and adverse religious experiences can have on a person. She is currently a student at William and Mary pursuing her degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling focusing on helping others process, recover, and heal from religious hurt, harm, trauma, and adverse religious experiences. She holds both undergraduate and graduate degrees from Campbell University and did continuing education with Cornell University. She is currently pursuing her Certificate in Religious Trauma Studies from the Global Center for Religious Research. In her free time she loves spending time with her family, baking, and watching any and all versions of Law and Order and BBC crime shows. 

Anna Potter, MSW is a Supervisee in Clinical Social Work currently completing her two-year post-master residency to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.  She has spent several years working with children and teens in various capacities in community health and child welfare. She has a unique ability to connect with youth and families that enable them to harness their strengths in order to heal and achieve therapeutic goals.  Anna utilizes evidence-based trauma-informed treatments in conjunction with creative activities and somatic exercises to engage her clients in therapy. Anna works with clients of any age but specializes in children, teens, and families. She currently sees clients in the Williamsburg office or virtually. 

Insurance accepted:  Optima, Carefirst, Aetna, Cigna Commercial plans, Self pay. Anthem Healthkeepers Plus, and Optima Family (Medicaid)

Tammy Beatty is a Certified Health Coach, Certified Nutritionist and Certified Transformation Specialist who encourages individuals to transform their lives through nutrition and fitness. Tammy is certified through the International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA), accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA). Tammy was a licensed Zumba instructor prior to becoming a Coach. Her passion is about helping people reach their health and fitness goals without giving up on the things they enjoy. She believes that accountability with a healthy lifestyle is an extremely important component of her program. She began her healthy lifestyle journey in 2021 which inspired her to become a Health Coach. She found through her journey that helping people not only reach their goals but maintain their goals is very important to her. Her approach is to teach you the fundamental strategies, to show you how to apply your knowledge into practice and to teach you the tactics to maintain your goals once you reach them. Tammy works with individuals Virtually. 

Self Pay only