Therapist in Newport News, Virginia Shauna Sturge, Therapist

Shauna Sturge, LCSW, helps individuals, couples, and families across Virginia build practical skills to manage life’s challenges, improve relationships, and restore a sense of balance. She provides compassionate, evidence-based mental health care for teens, adults, and seniors, supporting clients through concerns such as anxiety, ADHD, and trauma-related conditions while tailoring treatment to each person’s goals and lived experience. Shauna is especially focused on working with neurodivergent individuals, including those with autism spectrum disorders, helping them navigate daily life, relationships, and emotional regulation with greater confidence. She is passionate about creating an affirming, structured environment where clients can better understand their strengths, reduce overwhelm, and develop strategies that support long-term success. Her approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), offering a flexible and skills-based framework for growth. Shauna also provides couples and family therapy, helping improve communication, resolve conflict, and strengthen connection. She has experience supporting diverse populations, including LGBTQ+ individuals and military/veteran communities, and offers additional areas of expertise beyond those highlighted. Outside of her clinical work, Shauna enjoys creative expression through painting, coloring, crafting, and photography.