Cassaundra Locklear, M.Ed, LPC, Therapist in Virginia Beach, Virginia

Cassaundra Locklear, LPC, helps teens and adults across Virginia navigate life’s challenges with compassionate, evidence-based mental health care. She provides individual, couples, and family therapy, supporting clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma-related concerns. Cassaundra is known for creating a welcoming, collaborative environment where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered to make meaningful progress. She also offers care for concerns such as ADHD, life transitions, and relationship stress, among other needs. Her clinical approach is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and couples/marital counseling, allowing her to tailor treatment to each individual, couple, or family. Cassaundra works with diverse populations, including members of the LGBTQ+ community, military and veteran families, and individuals connected to adoption or foster care systems, while offering a thoughtful, culturally responsive approach. Cassaundra is especially passionate about supporting individuals exploring faith-based concerns, including religious trauma, spiritual identity, and the integration of personal beliefs into healing. She offers Christian counseling and faith-based treatment for clients who wish to incorporate spirituality into their care, helping them process difficult experiences and rebuild a sense of meaning and connection. Outside of her clinical work, Cassaundra enjoys photography, which reflects her appreciation for perspective, creativity, and capturing meaningful moments