Getting to know me.

I'm Virginia, and I've been walking alongside people through their healing journeys for six years here in Stratford. What I love most about this work is witnessing those sacred "aha!" moments when someone discovers a new part of themselves or finds a way through something that felt impossible.

My Approach.

I'm naturally curious, love to listen deeply, and believe that you are the expert on your own life – I'm just here to help you access that wisdom with clarity and confidence. My therapy room is a place where you can be completely yourself, with all your complexities and contradictions welcomed with compassion.

People often tell me I have a gift for making them feel heard and understood. I think it comes from genuinely believing that every person has incredible strength and purpose inside them, and approaching each person with the calm curiosity they deserve.

My Training & Specialties.

• Master of Social Work (MSW)

• Internal Family Systems (IFS) Level 2 Training under Dr. Peter Malinoski and Dr. Gerry Crete

• Individual Therapy - For adults and teens

• Couples Counseling - Helping partners reconnect

• Play Therapy - For all ages (yes, adults too!)

• Experience with Autism and Neurodivergence

• Particular expertise with mothers and teenagers

Why IFS?

I fell in love with Internal Family Systems because it's such a hopeful, grace-filled way of understanding ourselves. Instead of asking "What's wrong with you?" IFS asks "What happened to you, and how can we help all parts of you heal?" It honors the whole person and creates space for profound transformation.

A little More About Me.

When I'm not in session, you'll likely find me soaking up the sun - I absolutely love heat and sunshine! I'm pretty active and enjoy working out, running, and riding bikes with my family around beautiful Stratford. I'm also an audiobook enthusiast, always listening to something new while I'm on the move. I believe that therapists should be real people too, and I bring my authentic self to every session.

Virginia's therapy has transformed my life. Her expertise in IFS and compassionate approach made all the difference in my healing journey. Highly recommend her services!

John

★★★★★