LeNora Black, Psychologist, VA

Licensed

Online Counseling

(37 reviews)

MS, MA, LPC LeNora Black

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

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LeNora Black is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

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Licensing: MS, MA, LPC Years in Practice: 20 State: Virginia

Hello. My name is LeNora Black and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Virginia. I have over 25 years of experience consistently developing as a therapist. Born with a natural curiosity about people, their thoughts, journey, story; I would say, counseling claimed me. Listening is what I like best because hearing is how I can provide the help you are seeking. My journey started with helping individuals and families reach career choice goals and professional development while serving as a recruiting and retention specialist in the U.S. Army. I further developed professionally, earning an M.A. in Guidance and Counseling, and a M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have partnered with clients addressing a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, anger management and substance abuse. I am Certified as a Prevention Specialist (CPS) in the State of Virginia, Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) and fully trained in Play Therapy and EMDR. I’ve helped many people who have experienced physical, sexual trauma and emotional abuse.

My therapy style is warm, open, and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. I am committed to safety, unconditional positive regard, and confidentiality in our therapeutic relationship. My approach to therapy is informed by Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT) integrated with the holistic framework of the Polyvagal Theory. I encourage clients to learn about the different approaches and will provide information and resources, accordingly. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you. Let’s get started.

I look forward to working with you!

About online counseling

Online counseling allows you to receive care from an online mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Issues: Stress Anxiety Addictions Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Self esteem Family conflicts Grief Anger management Career difficulties Depression Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue
Languages Spoken: English

Services offered

Professional, confidential, and judgment-free

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LeNora was such a great help to me as I had been going through an emotionally and verbally abusive relationship. She really gave me the help I needed to work through it and become stronger and more confident in who I am. Highly recommend. She is a rare find as far as I am concerned!

She is personable, caring, funny and creates the best safe space for her and I to chat and talk about life :)

Easy to talk with.

Lenora is a blessing to me. She is so very compassionate and listens deeply. Her guidance and wise counsel help me in innumerable ways. She is always on time for our sessions, which are meaningful and incredibly helpful. I appreciate her experience and feel we are a great match. Always grateful for our time together.

Ms. Lenora is very perceptive and I love her personality and empathy. I would recommend her to anyone.

Lenora is a wonderful therapist who I deeply enjoy speaking with during our sessions. She thoughtfully guides me to challenge myself and grow in ways I never knew I needed. With her encouraging words, I am able to find my voice and take on new challenges that facilitate invaluable self-discovery. I am truly appreciative to have Lenora as my therapist, as she has helped me immensely on my personal journey.

She is very compassionate and makes me feel comfortable to talk

I absolutely adore LeNora! She is kind, empathetic, validating, honest, and challenges me to challenge my anxiety! She has gotten me through really tough transitions post graduation and I honestly don't know where I would be without her! She is truly the best! :)

LeNora immediately grasped the various issues i need help with - dealing with narcissistic/ abusive relationship, trauma, and the ensuing depression. She had helped me immensely through exercises, various tools and is just all around one of the best therapists I have ever had. I felt very safe and comfortable sharing with her.

Professional, courteous, understanding, and insightful. She's very good at taking big problems and turning them into bite-sized Solutions.

She has helped me and gives me so much clarity.

I very much appreciate LeNora's assistance. She is a mature, thoughtful and knowledgeable therapist and I found my meetings with her extremely helpful.

Awesome therapist. She helped me so much in a short period of time. So grateful!

Shes amazing!

Lenora made me comfortable right away and we jumped right in to getting to the issues I was having and she has been providing me with tools and advice that are helping me to move towards healing and resolving my issues.

Ms.LeNora has been a great confidant and listening ear throughout my counseling journey. It's been a breath of fresh air.

Very welcoming and understanding! Very, very helpful through mine situation.

I loved Lenora!! I considered her part of my family and when I renew my membership I will try and get her again:)

Mrs. Black is extremely knowledgeable from years of experience. She has the knowing of a caring friend or family member. It’s very easy to talk with her. She is an excellent listener and with an only a few conversations she has softened me; so that I can better love my authentic self.

LeNora is very easy to talk to and always have good techniques to help you get through. She is very knowledgeable and helpful. I feel at ease after my sessions.

LeNora is my first therapist. She’s very attentive to my concerns and has already helped me so much. Very excited to continue our work together.

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LeNora is a godsend. She helped me view my life from a completely different angle.

I loved my sessions with LeNora. I felt like I was truly being heard and that my concerns were taken seriously. I always enjoyed her kind, thoughtful responses.

Today was my first session with LeNora and she was very comforting from beginning to end!

Outstanding professional with excellent customer care. Would highly recommend her services to any of my colleagues and Sailors.

Mrs.Black is very supportive and understanding. I really enjoy and look forward to my sessions with her.

LeNora know how to direct questions appropriately to gain a better understanding of my needs.

I felt comfortable with LeNora Black after my first session. She listens and gives great advice. I have learned how to deal with my day to day stress a whole lot better.

LeNora is a wonderful therapist, she is very attentive, willing to listen, and insightful. We've managed to work together and engage consistently, and she has pointed out workable solutions to the issues I was having, as well as assigning valuable resources to read/work on to aid my journey to healing/improving.

She is knowledgeable and amazing! So happy I have started this journey.

She has been on point and absolutely the best match for me. She has equipment with helpful tools and ways to work through my challenges. Thank you so much. Ms. Black is the best!!!

I have recommended my therapist to several people

Lenora has been a life changer for me. It’s great to have tools abs resources to help me along the way to growth. She always listens and is understanding.

I love working with LeNora. She gives me space to work through things on my own, but also steps in to offer guidance when needed. She listens, making me feel heard and comfortable to talk to her, and also gives me tools that help me in self soothing and healing. Thank you, LeNora!

Very attentive, insightful, and adept at catching my blind spots. I benefit tremendously from working with LeNora and look forward to continuing to grow with her. So grateful to her and BetterHelp.

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