Kim Hudson, M.A.
Resident in Counseling
Anxiety & EMDR Therapist in Virginia Beach
Helping teens and adults navigate anxiety, ADHD, trauma, and life's challenges with compassion, curiosity, and evidence-based care.
EMDR Available
Virginia Beach
Telehealth Option
Insurance Accepted
A Personal Welcome
Life can become challenging when stress, anxiety, trauma, or difficult life experiences begin to affect the way you see yourself, your relationships, or your ability to enjoy everyday life. You may feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, overwhelmed by responsibilities, or unsure how to move forward. Whatever has brought you to therapy, you don't have to face it alone.
I believe healing begins in a space where you feel safe, understood, and supported. My role isn't to tell you what to do or who you should become. Instead, I work alongside you to better understand your experiences, recognize your strengths, and help you build the skills and confidence needed to create meaningful, lasting change.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and individualized. Every person's story is unique, so I tailor therapy to your specific experiences, goals, and strengths rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all approach. Together, we'll work at a pace that feels comfortable while helping you better understand yourself, strengthen emotional resilience, and develop practical tools for everyday life.
I am fully trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and enjoy helping clients process traumatic experiences and other distressing memories that continue to affect their present lives. I also incorporate other evidence-based approaches to support healing, emotional regulation, healthier relationships, and greater overall well-being.
Whether you're navigating trauma, anxiety, ADHD, depression, relationship challenges, or a significant life transition, my hope is that therapy becomes a place where you feel empowered, supported, and better equipped to move toward the life you want to build.
Areas of Focus
Trauma
EMDR
Anxiety
PTSD
Stress
ADHD
Life Transitions
Depression
My Approach
Clients often appreciate my compassionate approach and the balance of emotional support and practical guidance I bring to therapy. I strive to create an environment where you feel safe enough to explore difficult experiences while also building the skills and confidence needed to create lasting change.
Trauma-Informed Care
Healing begins with feeling safe. I take a trauma-informed approach that respects your experiences, honors your pace, and creates a supportive environment where meaningful healing can occur.
Practical Growth
Insight is important, but lasting change also requires practical tools. Together, we'll strengthen emotional regulation, improve coping strategies, build healthier boundaries, and develop skills that support resilience both inside and outside the therapy room.
EMDR & Evidence-Based Therapy
When appropriate, I incorporate EMDR to help clients process traumatic experiences and distressing memories that continue to impact their present lives. Treatment is always personalized and may also include other approaches tailored to your goals.
Clinical Modalities
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Person-Centered Therapy
Somatic Interventions
Trauma-Informed Therapy
Strengths-Based Therapy
Education & Credentials
Resident in Counseling, Virginia
M.A., Clinical Mental Health Counseling (Liberty University)
Supervised by Rebecca Parthun, LPC, Board Approved Clinical Supervisor
Fully Trained in EMDR via EMDRIA Approved Courses
Frequently Asked Questions
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A Resident in Counseling has completed a master's degree in counseling and provides psychotherapy under the supervision of a board-approved clinical supervisor while working toward independent licensure in Virginia. Residents have completed extensive academic and clinical training and participate in ongoing supervision to support high-quality, evidence-based care.
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Your first session is an opportunity for us to get to know one another. We'll discuss what's bringing you to therapy, explore your goals, and begin developing a treatment plan that feels personalized to your needs. My goal is to help you feel comfortable, supported, and confident as we begin working together.
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I work with adolesents and adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, depression, life transitions, stress, and relationship challenges. I also enjoy helping clients strengthen emotional regulation, develop healthier boundaries, and build greater resilience through life's challenges.
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My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and evidence-based. I believe meaningful change happens when people feel safe enough to explore difficult experiences while also developing practical skills that support lasting growth and emotional well-being.
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Yes! EMDR is one of my favorite approaches to healing trauma, reducing anxiety, improving self-esteem, and discovering the root of emotional concerns. I am fully trained and have tappers in my office to make treatment comfortable and accessible.
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Yes. I provide both in-person therapy in Virginia Beach and secure telehealth sessions for adults located anywhere in Virginia.
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I accept many major insurance plans. You can view our current insurance information here, or contact us if you have questions about your specific plan.
Ready to get started?
Beginning therapy can feel like a big step, but you don't have to take it alone. If you're ready to better understand yourself, work through life's challenges, and move toward meaningful change, I'd be honored to be part of that journey.
“Trauma is not what happens to us. Trauma is what we hold inside in the absence of an empathetic witness.”