Sheila Read, LCSW

EMDRIA Certified Therapist™

Online Therapy

About Me

I specialize in working with adults experiencing anxiety, low self-esteem and relationship issues that are rooted in childhood trauma. I have special insight into attachment trauma and family dysfunction related to alcohol abuse/addiction and mentally ill or emotionally immature parents. I am also trained in R-TEP for reprocessing of recent trauma.

Education & Experience

I graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a Master's degree in Clinical Social Work in 2002. I opened my private practice in 2015 after working in a variety of hospital and community mental health settings. I have found EMDR to be the most focused and effective way of healing most of the concerns my clients bring to therapy. I am committed to excellence as an EMDR therapist. I participate in advanced trainings each year in EMDR and also get regular consultation.

Specialty Area

  • Abuse/Neglect
  • ADD/ADHD/Disruptive Behavior Disorders
  • Alcohol/Substance Abuse
  • Anxiety/Panic Attacks
  • Attachment Disorders
  • Autism Spectrum
  • Depression
  • Dissociative Disorders
  • Family Issues
  • Gender Identity
  • Marriage/Relationship Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Somatic Issues
  • Spirituality
  • Traumatic Incident

Population Served

  • Adults
  • BIPOC
  • LGBTQ+
  • Seniors

Language

  • English

Insurance

  • Does Not Accept Insurance