Lindsey Gruber, LMSW

Supervisee in Social Work

Mental Health Therapist at VBCC

Lindsey is Taking New Clients Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays- early morning and evening appointments available.

Therapy doesn’t require you to show up with everything figured out. As a veteran and social worker, I understand that everyone brings unique experiences, identities, and challenges into the therapy room. I will meet you where you are, listen without judgement, and work alongside you to figure out what comes next. 

I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD-related symptoms, behavioral challenges, and life transitions. I have particular experience with individuals diagnosed with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and autism, including sensory concerns, OCD, aggression, and emotional dysregulation. I also provide affirming support to members of the LGBTQIA+ community, focusing on creating a safe, inclusive, and nonjudgmental therapeutic environment.

My approach is person-centered, strengths-based, evidence-informed and collaborative. I draw from CBT principles and trauma-informed care while adapting therapy to each client’s unique needs, communication style, and goals. I value transparency, and humor! 

 I provide person-centered therapy, strengths-based practice, trauma-informed care, and CBT principles.  

Education: 

● Master of Social Work, Edinboro University of Pennsylvania 

● Bachelor of Arts in Political Science; Minor(s) in History and Sociology, Pennsylvania State University - Erie 

 I recently moved to Virginia Beach with my fiance and our dog in search of a happier, quieter lifestyle near the water. I enjoy kayaking, exploring new local coffee shops, attending concerts, getting lost in a good book and finding new hidden gems to explore. 

You don’t have to have everything figured out before you start therapy. Whether you know exactly what you want to talk about or simply know that something needs to change, we can start there. You can bring the complicated, messy, uncomfortable, or difficult-to-explain parts of your story, and we can work through them together.