Megan Mitchen Clinical MSW student intern Megan Mitchem is a clinical MSW student intern from Virginia Commonwealth University and will be working with clients from February through August 2026. She offers individual therapy to adults, with particular care for parents and individuals navigating family relationships impacted by identity-related stress and uncertainty. You’ll meet with Helen to talk through your needs and explore whether intern services could be a good fit. Sup

Ames Gersten MSW—Supervisee in Social Work Ames is Jewish nonbinary clinician who works collaboratively with trans and autistic people who think and feel deeply, offering affirming, liberation-oriented care. Their work centers on decolonizing identity and internalized norms, grounded in lived experience and cultural humility. Supervised by Helen Dempsey-Henofer LCSW Private Pay Rates 55-minute individual session: $155 Intake session (first session): $200 See our FAQ for more

Helen Dempsey-Henofer LCSW—Licensed Clinical Social Worker Helen is a queer, neurodivergent therapist and the founder of Divergent Path Wellness, integrating lived experience with trauma-informed, evidence-based care. They currently offer in-person couples therapy in Charlottesville  and provide clinical supervision, with a focus on more person-centered, less pathologizing mental health care. Free 15-minute consultation · No commitment Private Pay Rates 55-minute individual s

Hannah Dickey LCSW—Licensed Clinical Social Worker Hannah works with queer ADHDers navigating complex trauma, emotional intensity, and relationship patterns. Drawing from DBT, ACT, and parts-based approaches, they support clients in building insight, stability, and self-trust with care, authenticity, and humor. Free 15-minute consultation · No commitment Private Pay Rates 55-minute individual session: $175 Intake session (first session): $200 See our FAQ for more information

Thomas Harper LMSW—Supervisee in Social Work Known around here as the Executive Function Therapist , Thomas works with people who feel stuck in cycles of burnout and overwhelm — especially those navigating shame, executive function challenges, and cultural duality. Their approach blends practical, evidence-based tools with space for deeper questions about identity, belonging, and self-acceptance. Free 15-minute consultation · No commitment Supervised by Angela Nemecek-Haag LC

Srishti Gogia LMSW—Supervisee in Social Work Srishti works with first-generation and queer teens and emerging adults navigating identity questions, family stress, perfectionism, and the pressure to have it all figured out. Her approach is grounded, and affirming, offering space to untangle expectations, stop performing, and come home to yourself. Free 15-minute consultation · No commitment Supervised by Angela Nemecek-Haag LCSW Private Pay Rates 55-minute individual session:

Ewan Duarte LCSW—Licensed Clinical Social Worker Ewan provides queer- and trans-affirming therapy for individuals exploring identity, authenticity, and integration. His work centers on creating a supportive, anti-oppressive space where clients can build self-trust, deepen self-understanding, and move toward healing with both compassion and curiosity. Free 15-minute consultation · No commitment Private Pay Rates 55-minute individual session: $175 Intake session (first session)

Sarah Lawson MSW—Supervisee in Social Work Sarah works with queer and COVID-conscious clients navigating loss, boundary setting, trauma recovery, and the impact of relationship violence. Their ACT-informed, trauma-aware approach centers care, curiosity, and client autonomy, with attention to safety, consent, and sustainable healing. Free 15-minute consultation · No commitment Supervised by Helen Dempsey-Henofer LCSW Private Pay Rates 55-minute individual session: $155 Intake