Our Team

Dr. Fly has practiced individual, marital, and family therapy in Newport News since 1985. He is an approved supervisor for the AAMFT and a former Virginia Division President. He is a graduate of the US Military Academy at West Point and a retired Army Chaplain. He trains and supervises interns and residents in Neurofeedback for the BCIA and is certified in neurotherapy by the NBCB. He is an EEG Affiliate and has practiced NFB since 1998. He has conducted over 300 workshops and seminars in organizational development, stress management, and marriage and family life throughout the country.

I am an Italian-American resident in counseling. I possess an M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Northwestern University. Prior to that, I completed a B.A. in Psychology and M.S. in Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience in Italy. I focus on the integration of neuroscience in counseling and take a holistic view of the client. My emphasis is on attachment and relational issues in children and adults. Clinical foci are attachment-based therapy, somatic therapy, and trauma-based therapy. These approaches emphasize providing clients with tools to reset their nervous system and allow for their best self to emerge. In addition, I integrate play therapy and animal-assisted therapy in treatment as well. I am interested in mindfulness, yoga, and the use of voice and instruments to connect with inner strength.

I am passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families navigate challenges, strengthen relationships, and foster emotional well-being. I possess a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. I am committed to providing a compassionate, client-centered approach tailored to each person’s unique profile and relationships.

I specialize in communication challenges, conflict resolution, intimacy concerns, premarital counseling, and family transitions. I utilize several evidence-based therapeutic techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), and Family Systems Therapy. I also provide neurofeedback to improve self-regulation.

I am dedicated to creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their emotions, heal past wounds, and develop healthier relationship patterns. It is my goal is to empower couples and families to build stronger, more fulfilling connections.”

Outside of therapy, I enjoy engaging in reading, skating, mindfulness practice and spending quality time with family and friends. I have been married to my best friend for 16 years and we share three beautiful children together.

Are you looking for a therapist that accepts you as you are, is encouraging, and focused on your concerns and goals? I have a passion for and experience to help you process through difficult life stresses, negative thoughts, and traumas. I tailor my approach to help you learn new ways to manage stress, process the stress and build resilience to meet your personal goals.

I offer counseling in an inviting atmosphere; providing inclusive, trauma-informed, and person-centered therapy. I offer specialized therapies that provide lasting changes in the brain: EMDR (eye movement desensitization reprocessing) therapy, Target2zero, a modified and accelerated form of EMDR, and EEG Neurofeedback. I offer online and in-person individual appointments. I specialize in working with clients ages 18 -100 years who have experienced a variety of issues including: trauma, PTSD, ADHD, Autism, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, low self-esteem, and relationship issues.

I am a resident in counseling who graduated from Divine Mercy University in May 2023 with a Masters of Science in Counseling with a concentration in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC). I am passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families attain wellness and personal growth. Currently, I am completing supervised practice hours to achieve full licensure. I bring a compassionate, client-centered approach to counseling, employing evidence-based practices such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I have provided neurofeedback for clients since March 2022.

I am a licensed Resident in Counseling with a specialization in children and adolescents. I enjoy working with neurodivergent adolescents, adults, and their families to help them create more fulfilling lives as well as reduce the impact of stressful life events. I take an eclectic and neuro-affirming approach to counseling. I believe that everyone is unique. I feel privileged to share in the telling and evolution of your story. I have had experience working with neurodivergent individuals in various clinical settings for the past 4 years and appreciate the continued opportunity to work with this community. I work hard to create and maintain a safe space for neurodiverse individuals as well as members of the LGBTQIA+ community. I recently graduated from Northwestern University with a degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and prior to that received a Bachelor of the Arts in Religious Studies with an emphasis on Abrahamic Religions (Islam, Christianity, and Judaism) from Syracuse University. I feel that my background in religious studies has helped me be more culturally sensitive. Outside of my work as a counselor, I am passionate about advocacy issues such as: increasing access to gender-affirming care, LGBTQ+ rights, disability rights and reproductive justice. In my free time I enjoy playing Animal Crossing on my Switch, snuggling with my three dogs, dancing, reading, trying out new fidget toys, and trying to remember to water my houseplants.

I am a clinical mental health counseling student currently working under the supervision of Kristen Fly, LMFT (License # 0717001230), as I pursue my master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a concentration in Military and Veteran’s Counseling from The College of William & Mary. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults, providing a supportive space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered to navigate life’s challenges. My counseling approach is person-centered, strengths-based, and values-driven—grounded in the belief that each individual has the capacity for growth, resilience, and meaningful change.

Before beginning my journey as a counselor, I spent a decade working closely with youth and families as an educator and in youth programs. These experiences—along with my own background as a military child, spouse, and mother—have given me a deep understanding of the unique pressures faced by adolescents and military-connected families, and continue to shape my relational, compassionate style in the counseling room. I have a special interest in helping clients explore identity, navigate transitions, manage academic and emotional stress, and strengthen their social and emotional well-being. I believe that healthy relationships and family dynamics play a vital role in emotional health, and I aim to support clients in building strong connections, improving communication, and navigating change together.

When I’m not in session, I enjoy reading, traveling, and spending quality time with my husband, our adult children, and our dog. These everyday connections remind me of the importance of presence, purpose, and shared joy—values that inform both my life and my work.