About The Licensed Counselors In Williamsburg Who Support Your Growth

Iron Vines Counseling LLC connects you with licensed counselors in Williamsburg, providing flexible in-person and telehealth care for teens and adults, plus a welcoming, dog-friendly office designed to help you feel more at ease.

About Us

Finding the right support can feel daunting, especially when you are carrying stress, relationship challenges, or unanswered questions about yourself. At Iron Vines Counseling LLC, you are welcomed by licensed counselors in Williamsburg who offer both in-person and telehealth care for individuals and couples, along with a dog-friendly office that adds warmth and comfort to your visit. As a residency clinic, we proudly support counselors-in-residence who bring fresh perspectives, diverse clinical interests, and a strong commitment to learning. Every counselor holds a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and is guided by doctoral-level supervision.

Our work is grounded in trauma-informed counseling, creating space for safety, trust, and steady growth. With expert supervision and thoughtful care, we help you build resilience, strengthen relationships, and move forward feeling supported, heard, and understood.

A client meets with licensed counselors in Williamsburg during a private in-person session.

A therapist listens attentively while providing trauma-informed counseling in a calm office setting.

Our Mission

Iron Vines is now and shall remain a safe space for all persons to receive quality care.

Our goal is to empower clients with compassionate support and flexible counseling, creating a trusting space for healing and personal growth.

Meet Our Clinicians

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Dr. Victoria McLaughlin

PhD, LPC, LSATP, CSAC, ACS, NCC

Education:
M.Ed., Mental Health Counseling and Ph.D., Counseling, Education, Supervision

Specialties:
Narcissistic Abuse Recovery, Grief, Trauma & PTSD, Pre- and Post-natal, Perfectionism and Excessive Anxiety, Family Members of Addicts and Alcoholics, Recovery, Depression, Spiritual and Existential Struggles, Life Transitions, LGBTQ+, Support for Success, and Adapting to Culture Change.

Caitlin Gendron

LPC, NCC, M.S.

Education:
M.S. Counseling and Human Development

Specialties:
Excessive Anxiety/Stress, Depression, Self-Esteem, LGBTQIA+, Trauma & PTSD, Life Changes, College Student Concerns, Relationship Issues, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, and Bipolar Disorder

Hours of Availability:
Monday- Thursday: 10am-6pm
Last session begins at 5pm

Jaye Stanley

LPC, NCC, M.S.

Education:
M.S. Counseling and Human Development, Radford University

Specialties:
Trauma & PTSD, Depression, Excessive Anxiety and Stress, OCD, Bipolar Disorder, Life Transitions, Couple and Relationship Concerns, Adolescents, and LGBTQIA+

Hours of Availability:
Monday-Friday: 10am-6pm, appointments outside of business hours available

Caroline Cheslak

LPC

Education:
Licensed Professional Counselor

Specialties:
Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Trauma, Anger Management, Bipolar Disorder, Family Relationships, Intimate/Romantic Relationships, LGBTQIA+ Support, Life Transitions

Therapeutic Approach:
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with optional Art Therapy integration, focusing on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors, while incorporating creative expression when helpful

Philosophy:
Caroline provides a supportive, non-judgmental environment where clients feel heard and understood. She emphasizes a collaborative and personalized approach, helping clients build resilience, gain insight, and develop practical skills to manage life’s challenges.

Personal Interests:
Values creativity and self-expression, incorporating art therapy into her practice to support growth and healing

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Testimonials

"It was easy for me to get started and fit therapy around work, which made it less stressful to ask for help at all."

Jordan M.

"I felt understood in ways that respected who I am, and the environment always felt open and secure."

Alex F.

"My counselor listened carefully and worked with me to build skills that make a difference in my daily life."

Morgan L.

Personalized Support Delivered With Care And Understanding

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Hello, I’m Victoria McLaughlin, founder of Iron Vines Counseling LLC. I created this practice to be a place where people feel genuinely seen, supported, and safe to grow.

Alongside our team of licensed counselors in Williamsburg, we offer thoughtful care for adults and teens navigating grief, trauma, life transitions, identity, and recovery. As a residency clinic, we mentor dedicated counselors-in-residence who bring fresh insight while working under doctoral-level supervision. Every provider holds a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and together we focus on building practical skills, emotional clarity, and meaningful change in a welcoming, dog-friendly office and through secure telehealth sessions.

Our work is grounded in trauma-informed counseling, shaped by years of experience supporting individuals through anxiety, PTSD, depression, relationship challenges, and major life changes. I believe deeply in your ability to rise above adversity, even when the path feels unclear. Whether you are seeking healing, stability, or personal growth, we meet you where you are and walk beside you with care, respect, and evidence-based guidance. My hope is that you leave each session feeling lighter, stronger, and more connected to yourself, knowing you do not have to navigate life’s hardest moments alone.

How Can Personalized Support Help You Grow?

At Iron Vines Counseling LLC, our licensed counselors in Williamsburg provide trauma-informed counseling designed to support real people through real-life challenges. Learn more about our approach and how thoughtful care can help you feel grounded, understood, and supported. Stay connected for gentle guidance, wellness resources, and updates that meet you where you are.

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Iron Vines Counseling LLC provides trauma-informed, inclusive counseling for teens and adults through flexible in-person and telehealth care, supporting anxiety, relationships, life transitions, recovery, and personal growth. We serve clients across Williamsburg, New Kent, Charles City, Gloucester, Yorktown, Newport News, Hampton, Arlington, Charlottesville, and the surrounding areas of Virginia.