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Be around others who are in and have been in situations similar to yours. (Please call for times of our workshops)

We are contracted with many EAP programs.  Ask your employer’s human resources department to find out if an EAP is offered and if A.C.T. is a provider.  Often these services are free of charge to you.

Many of the therapists at A.C.T. have the technology and training to work with you from the convenience of your home through video or phone communications.  Let us know if this option is right for you.

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Our team

Lance Wright

LCSW /owner

Lance has been a practicing therapist for over 20 years specializing working with couples.  He received his Masters in Clinical  Social Work from Norfolk State University. He has worked in the mental health field since 1993. Lance was instrumental in helping A.C.T. start it’s practice in 1998 with his parents that are also therapist.  He became the sole owner of ACT in 2017.

Merideth Henderson

lpc

Merideth received her Masters Degree in Counseling from the College of William and Mary. She has been providing counseling services to adolescents and adults since 2011. 

T. Ellis

LCSW/bcd/csac

Nicole received her Bachelor’s degree from Hampton University and Master of Social Work from Norfolk State University.  She has been providing mental health services over 16 years, to include crisis intervention, individual, family and group therapy…

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What our clients 
think of us 

“act therapy is like family to me. they are there when i need them most”
– Amy J.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Feeling sad and unmotivated
    • More days than not I feel sad and/or alone.
    • I have had suicidal thoughts.
  • Excess worry and/or stress
    • I feel anxiety often.
    • I find it hard to relax.
    • I feel angry often.
    • I have panic attacks.
  • Poor self-esteem
    • I don’t feel good about myself.
    • I feel unlovable. 

to find more reasons visit our FAQ Section click button below 

Therapy is a very personal experience.  Feeling comfortable talking about some of life’s most vulnerable issues is very important.  At A.C.T we try to offer a wide array of therapists with varying ages, ethnicities, personalities, and specialties.  The intake specialists are trained to pair you with a therapist that meets your particular needs. Feel free to ask questions about each of the therapists’ style. 

After your first session, the therapist will work with you to develop a “treatment plan”.  This plan identifies goals, objectives, and a roadmap of how you will get there. The therapist will occasionally review the treatment plan with you to find out how you are doing to achieve the goals you have set forth.  When all your goals have been achieved and agreed that no more sessions are needed, then you can check off “success”. Don’t worry though, you can always come back if you need to work on new issues in your life.

Are you ready to begin your therapy with us?

Take time to review the FAQ  before visiting us. So you  can gain a brief understanding of everything we offer. Then give us a call to get started. Visit the contact us section above. 

Workshops & Seminars

Here at A.C.T therapy, Newport News as well as our A.C.T therapy Virginia Beach office, We hold seminars and monthly workshops. Please contact us to find the time and day that best fits your needs.

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Locations

Associated Counselors of Tidewater (A.C.T) services the Tidewater Region of Hampton Roads. We have two offices located in Newport News, VA and Virginia Beach, VA for your convenience. 

Don’t hesitate, Give us a visit today.

Newport News Location

825 Diligence Drive, Ste. 201, Newport News, VA 23606

Virginia Beach Location
287 Independence Blvd.,Pembroke 2, Ste. 219, Virginia Beach, VA 23462

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