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Nailah Alston-Iszard

Resident in Counseling Moving Forward Counseling & Consulting, LLC
In-person In-person
Telehealth Telehealth
Specializes in: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Adjustment Disorder,
In network with Optima Health Plan, Aetna, Sentara

Introduction

Imagine you're feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, struggling with depression, or facing a major life transition. You might be seeking a safe space to explore your emotions, understand your patterns, and develop healthier coping strategies. Additionally, if you ever feel like you struggle with time management or organization, or that you're working so hard and it's not enough, you are not alone. Your goal is to regain a sense of balance, enhance your self-awareness, and build a more fulfilling life. You want to feel heard, understood, and guided by someone who truly gets you. Through my approach, we’ll challenge negative thoughts, worst-case scenarios, and overthinking using cognitive behavior techniques. I help identify mental roadblocks hindering your goals. We’ll practice mindfulness, self-awareness, and presence to boost self-confidence. I provide tailored tools for resilience, time management, organization, & self love. I understand that reaching out for help can be daunting, but taking this step shows incredible strength. I'm here to provide a compassionate and non-judgmental space where you can feel safe to share and heal. Let's work together to uncover your potential and create a path toward the life you envision. I'm looking forward to connecting with you!

PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY Black/African American

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Licenses

  • Resident in Counseling #0704016988 (VA)

Specialties

Additional focus areas

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples

Communities

  • Military/Veterans
  • Feminism
  • Racial Justice/Equity
  • Lesbian, Gay, & Bisexual

Age groups

  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • English

Faiths

  • Christian
  • Agnostic
  • Atheist
  • Hindu
  • Interfaith
  • Latter-day Saints/Mormon
  • Catholic
  • Islam
  • Multi-Faith

Payment options

Pay with insurance

Nailah Alston-Iszard accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Optima Health Plan
  • Aetna
  • Sentara

Pay out-of-pocket

  • Intake (Self-Pay) $85
  • Ongoing Sessions (Self-Pay) $60

Locations

Moving Forward Counseling & Consulting
Chesapeake, VA 23320-2876
Video Office

Professional Information

Education

  • Bachelor's Degree, Clinical Psychology - Virginia Wesleyan University
  • Master's Degree, Mental Health Counseling - College of William & Mary

Professional Affiliations

  • American Counseling Association (ACA)
  • American Psychological Association (APA)

FAQ

Is Nailah Alston-Iszard accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Nailah Alston-Iszard is currently accepting new clients but has not enabled online booking.
Does Nailah Alston-Iszard offer telehealth appointments? Nailah Alston-Iszard does offer telehealth appointments.
What areas does Nailah Alston-Iszard specialize in? Nailah Alston-Iszard specializes in the following areas: ADD/ADHD, Adjustment Disorder, Anxiety, Attachment Issues, Career Counseling, College Mental Health, Couples Counseling, Cultural Adjustment, Depression, Existential Crisis, Family Conflict, Open Relationships/Polyamory, Prejudice/Discrimination, Racial Identity, Relationship Issues, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Sex Therapy, Sexual Dysfunction, Social Anxiety, Trauma, Women's Issues, Work Stress, Compassion Fatigue, Cultural and Systemic Oppression, and Kink/Diverse Sexualities.
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