Your Path to Wellness Starts Here

Virginia Beach’s trusted counseling and medication management practice, offering personalized care to help you thrive.

Life Can Be Hard,
But Finding a Good Therapist Shouldn’t Be

At Beach Counseling Center, we’re committed to helping you navigate life’s challenges—whether you’re facing depression, anxiety, trauma, panic attacks, social isolation, or just need extra support. Our compassionate team creates a safe and understanding environment where you can share your story and feel heard. Together, we’ll develop a personalized treatment plan to help you achieve your goals and rediscover wellness and joy in your life.

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Our Services

Compassionate, Tailored Care for Your Mental Wellness

We specialize in treating a wide range of mental health concerns, including:

  • Depression may affect millions, but it doesn’t need to define you. You don’t have to face depression alone. Let’s work together to restore hope and energy in your life.

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  • Find relief from the overwhelming thoughts and physical symptoms of anxiety with a customized care plan tailored to meet your own unique needs.

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  • Our trauma-informed therapists, including EMDR specialists, provide compassionate support to help you heal.

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  • We offer comprehensive psychological and ADHD assessments to identify challenges and create actionable solutions.

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  • Break free from treatment-resistant depression with this innovative, FDA-approved therapy.

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Voted Best of the Beach

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Does This Sound Like You?

Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected? Life’s challenges can feel far too heavy at times, but you don’t have to navigate them alone. Whether you’re dealing with constant worry, lingering sadness, relationship challenges, or struggles with focus, taking the first step toward healing can change everything.

Let us help you take that step today.

Kind Words from Clients

  • “If you're searching for mental health services, your search can end here.”

    I don't typically write reviews, but I feel compelled to share the incredible experience I've had at this office. Having recently relocated and faced challenges finding mental health support, I was repeatedly turned away due to full schedules elsewhere. Thankfully, I was referred to Beach Counseling Center, and I haven't regretted it since. From the attentive registration staff, especially Naomi, who listened to my needs and secured me an appointment promptly, to Dr. Phillips, who developed a treatment plan that has genuinely helped me recover and flourish. If you're searching for mental health services, your search can end here.

    - K S.

  • "This place and its employees are top notch."

    I’ve finally found the practice and practitioner I knew was out there. This place and its employees are top notch. Ashley especially is the difference maker to my family and I. Everyone feels like they’re talking to a nonjudgmental, real, compassionate and very competent person. There is nothing I can’t talk to her about and she truly goes the extra mile to help with prescriptions and insurance. Thanks Ashley and Thanks Beach Counseling!

    - Nick C.

  • "They literally saved my life."

    They literally saved my life. I called and got a response within an hour for an appointment. Everyone there has been so nice and helpful. If it wasn’t for their quick response, there’s no telling where I would be now. Thank you to Ashley and Heidi to whom I owe my life.

    - Ann W.

  • "The providers here actually care"

    I've been very happy with my care here! Many mental health facilities are booked out for months. I was able to get care here relatively quickly. My providers have been great and they seem to have a wide variety of therapists to meet most types of needs someone might have. The front desk has always been pleasant with me and the office manager went above and beyond to help me with an issue with medication needing an authorization from insurance. The providers here actually care and some other local offices i've been to treated me like a number. Definitely recommend!

    - David S.

  • "I’ve improved so much."

    This company is AMAZING! The office staff is very professional and super friendly and helpful. I’ve been struggling with my mental health for years, and ever since I been at this practice I’ve improved so much.

    - Moises H.

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Our Patient Promise?

We promise to provide compassionate, nonjudgmental care in a safe and welcoming environment. Our experienced team is here to support and advocate for you at every step, tailoring each treatment plan to your specific needs. Together, we’ll help you build the confidence and clarity to finally thrive.

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No Commute, No Stress.

We understand that life can be hectic and sometimes commuting to an appointment can feel prohibitive, which is why we offer virtual services tailored to your needs. Studies show telehealth is as effective as face-to-face therapy, and it offers the convenience of receiving high-quality care from the comfort of your own home.

Meet Your Care Team

Finding the right therapist is an important part of your journey. At Beach Counseling Center, our highly trained team offers a variety of specialized services to meet your unique needs.

  • Therapist Dr. Annie Phillips, Ph.D., LCP, LPC

    Dr. Annie Phillips, Ph.D., LCP, LPC

    Treats Children, Families, Teenage Girls, College-Aged Women, and Adults

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  • Medication Provider Ashley Lyons, PA-C

    Ashley Lyons, PA-C

    Treats Adolescents and Adults

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  • Therapist Amy Phillips, LCSW

    Amy Phillips, LCSW

    Treats Patients Ages 16-65 Years Old

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  • Therapist Amy Price, LPC

    Amy Price, LPC

    Treats Adolescents and Adults

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  • Medication Provider Courtney Williams, PMHNP-BC

    Courtney Williams, PMHNP-BC

    Treats Children Ages 8+ and Adults

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  • Therapist Debbie Reese, LCSW

    Debbie Reese, LCSW

    Treats Patients Ages 18 and up

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  • Medication Provider Eric Lange, PA-C

    Eric Lange, PA-C

    Treats Adolescents Ages 16 to Adults

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  • Therapist Hayley Cooke, LPC

    Hayley Cooke, LPC

    Treats Children, Adolescents, and Young Adults

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  • Medication Provider Heather Richardson, PA-C

    Heather Richardson, PA-C

    Treats Adolescents 16 and Up and Adults

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  • Therapist Heidi Bindel, MS, LPC

    Heidi Bindel, MS, LPC

    Treats Children, Adolescents, and Adults

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  • Therapist Jenny Sachs, Ph.D, LCSW

    Jenny Sachs, Ph.D, LCSW

    Treats Adults

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  • Therapist Joy Kannarkat, Ph.D.

    Joy Kannarkat, Ph.D.

    Treats Children up to Age 13

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  • Therapist Joyce Tsao, LCSW

    Joyce Tsao, LCSW

    Treats Teens and Adults

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  • Therapist Laurel Llobell, LPC

    Laurel Llobell, LPC

    Treats Children ages 8+, Adolescents, and Adults

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  • Therapist Lindsey Maykowski, LPC

    Lindsey Maykowski, LPC

    Treats Children and Adults

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  • Therapist Mark Warren, Ph.D.

    Mark Warren, Ph.D.

    Treats Teens and Adults

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  • Willie Artis

    Willie Artis, Resident in Counseling, CSAC-R

    Treats Adults

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  • Ivana Leclerc, LPC Resident

    Ivana Leclerc, LPC Resident

    Treats Children and Adults

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We are committed to making quality mental health care accessible and available to everyone.

To support this, we accept the following insurance plans: Sentara Health Plans, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Tricare, Cigna, Aetna, United Behavioral Health, Medicare, and Medicaid, and United HealthCare/Optum.