Compassionate, Evidence-Based Counseling & Therapy in N. Chesterfield, Richmond, Central VA, and online 
Virginia Counseling Associates

Edward Council is a Resident in Counseling with approximately 15 years of experience providing behavioral health and counseling services to individuals and families throughout the Richmond and Tri-Cities areas.

With a military background and extensive experience addressing trauma, emotional health, relationships, addiction, and behavioral concerns, Edward brings a practical and supportive approach to helping clients develop healthier ways of managing life's challenges.

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He earned both his bachelor's degree in Addiction Counseling and master's degree in Counseling from Grand Canyon University and is currently pursuing doctoral studies in Organizational Leadership with an emphasis in Behavioral Health.

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Who I Work With

I work with adolescents, adults, couples, families, veterans, and individuals experiencing significant emotional or behavioral challenges.

My military background gives me a particular appreciation for the experiences of service members, veterans, and families who may be navigating trauma, adjustment, relationships, or major life transitions.

I also enjoy working with adolescents and adults who may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward and are looking for practical support in making meaningful changes.

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Areas I Help With

I have experience helping clients address concerns including:

• Trauma and PTSD

• Anxiety and depression

• Addiction and compulsive behaviors

• Anger and emotional regulation

• Relationship concerns

• Marital and premarital issues

• Family conflict

• Adolescent behavioral concerns

• Grief and difficult life experiences

• Career and life transitions

• Self-harm concerns

• Eating-related concerns

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My Approach to Counseling

My approach is practical, supportive, and focused on helping clients develop skills they can use in everyday life.

I believe understanding a problem is important, but counseling should also help you identify what you can do differently moving forward. Together, we may explore patterns in thoughts, emotions, relationships, and behaviors while developing coping strategies that help you respond more effectively to challenges.

When appropriate, I also help clients identify behavioral changes that can support greater stability, healthier relationships, and improved functioning at home, work, school, and within the community.

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What You Can Expect Working With Me

You can expect a counseling environment that is respectful, direct, and focused on helping you make progress toward the goals that matter to you.

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Our work may include understanding the experiences that contributed to your current concerns, learning practical coping skills, identifying patterns that may be interfering with your progress, and practicing new ways of responding.

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My goal is to help you leave counseling with more than insight. I want you to develop practical tools, greater confidence, and healthier strategies that can continue benefiting you outside of our sessions.

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Telehealth / In-Person Availability

I provide counseling services to individuals and families throughout the Richmond and Tri-Cities region both in-person and through telehealth.

 

You do not have to manage difficult experiences, relationships, or emotional challenges by yourself.

Whether you are working through trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, addiction, or a difficult transition, counseling can provide an opportunity to better understand what is happening and develop healthier ways of moving forward.

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If my approach sounds like a good fit for you, contact Virginia Counseling Associates to request an appointment with Edward Council.