Hilltop Counseling

Hilltop Counseling Hilltop Counseling has offices in Newport News and Virginia Beach.

We offer telehealth and in office appointments in a trauma-informed, safe, secure, and comfortable environment.

Meet Lauren Malpass, a Resident in Counseling! ~ She draws from a diverse range of therapeutic approaches, including...
08/14/2026

Meet Lauren Malpass, a Resident in Counseling!

~ She draws from a diverse range of therapeutic
approaches, including person-centered
techniques, attachment theory, and family
systems therapy.

~ Lauren is also trained in the Gottman Method,
which she utilizes to help couples navigate
relationship dynamics, enhance understanding,
and improve communication and connection.

~ Additionally, she is training in Exposure and
Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD.

~ To schedule an appointment or learn more, call
757-371-2700 or visit
https://hilltopcounselingva.com

Say hello to Jordan Johnson, a Resident in Counseling who understands how shame manifests and how it can contribute to f...
08/14/2026

Say hello to Jordan Johnson, a Resident in Counseling who understands how shame manifests and how it can contribute to feelings of isolation. She is intentional about validating clients' experiences with authenticity and compassion, creating a safe space where they feel comfortable unpacking experiences and emotions they may have held tightly inside.

~ She is dedicated to helping clients build coping
skills, strengthen emotional awareness, and
develop personalized strategies that support
lasting growth and well-being.

~ Prior to her work in this setting, Jordan served
as a foster care caseworker, where she
developed extensive experience supporting
individuals and families navigating a wide range
of challenges and circumstances.

~ Her therapeutic approach integrates evidence-
based modalities including Person-Centered
Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS),
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-
Focused CBT, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy,
Cognitive Processing Therapy, Somatic
Therapy, and Gottman Method interventions.

~ To schedule an appointment or learn more, call
757-371-2700 or visit
https://hilltopcounselingva.com

Meet Stephanie Rigney, a Licensed Professional Counselor! ~ Stephanie is a relational therapist, meaning she believe...
08/05/2026

Meet Stephanie Rigney, a Licensed Professional Counselor!

~ Stephanie is a relational therapist, meaning
she believes our well-being is heavily
influenced and maintained by the quality of
connection in our lives - in relation to both
ourselves and others.

~ She specializes in helping individuals navigate
through life transitions of all kinds. With a
goal of not only providing support but also
assisting individuals with developing inner
strength, insight, and awareness needed to
help support them throughout their journey in
this life.

~ To schedule an appointment or learn more,
call 757-371-2700 or visit
https://hilltopcounselingva.com

Say hello to Crystal Lane, a Resident in Counseling who believes mental health is a journey and would be honored to be a...
07/31/2026

Say hello to Crystal Lane, a Resident in Counseling who believes mental health is a journey and would be honored to be a part of your healing process.

~ Her therapeutic approach blends Gestalt
principles, person-centered therapy, and
cognitive-behavioral techniques to foster
self-awareness, emotional regulation, and
practical coping skills that extend beyond the
therapy room.

~ She is available for clients ages 5 and up at
our Hilltop and Newport News Location in
person and via telehealth.

~ To schedule an appointment or learn more,
call 757-371-2700 or visit
https://hilltopcounselingva.com

07/27/2026

Step inside our Newport News location! Here you are met with gentle support, comfort, and safety that welcomes and guides you through your healing journey.

Our current clinicians accepting clients in our Newport News location are Hayley Scanlin, Crystal Lane, Molly Busby, and Stephanie Rigney.

If you are curious about how our practice can help you, schedule an appointment or learn more by calling 757-371-2700 or visiting https://hilltopcounselingva.com

Meet Molly Busby, a Supervisee in Social Work who is committed to creating a safe, supportive, and empowering environmen...
07/24/2026

Meet Molly Busby, a Supervisee in Social Work who is committed to creating a safe, supportive, and empowering environment where clients feel seen, heard, and understood.

~ She helps clients build healthy coping skills,
strengthen self-awareness, improve
relationships, and develop confidence in
managing difficult emotions and experiences.
Recognizing that healing is not linear, Molly
collaborates with each client at a pace that
feels supportive and attainable, fostering
resilience, meaningful growth, and lasting
change.

~ Her approach integrates evidence-based
therapies, including Cognitive Behavioral
Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI),
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills,
EMDR, and family systems approaches.

~ To schedule an appointment or learn more,
call 757-371-2700 or visit
https://hilltopcounselingva.com

Accelerated Resolution Therapy is used to eliminate a client’s distressing images/memories by replacing them with positi...
07/20/2026

Accelerated Resolution Therapy is used to eliminate a client’s distressing images/memories by replacing them with positive images of their choosing - using rapid eye movements and calming any associated negative sensations in the body, throughout the therapy, for quick resolution.

ART can be used to treat trauma, phobias, grief, anxieties, dreams, addictions, interpersonal challenges, and more.

Our current clinicians with ART therapy training are Margaret (Peggy) Morris and Chelsea Kasinger.

Call us to schedule a consultation with one of our ART clinicians today at 757-371-2700 or visit https://hilltopcounselingva.com

07/17/2026

Taking the first step can be difficult, but when you are finally within the safety of a therapy room, you can truly feel at peace, even for a moment, and reconnect the parts of your life that feel out of control.

If you are curious about how our practice can help you, schedule an appointment or learn more by calling 757-371-2700 or visiting
https:/hilltopcounselingva.com

Meet Gennifer Leach, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who knows taking the first step can feel difficult, but wh...
07/15/2026

Meet Gennifer Leach, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who knows taking the first step can feel difficult, but when you're ready, she is here to listen, support, and help you move forward.

~ One of Gennifer's favorite quotes is “Do the
best you can until you know better. Then
when you know better, do better," from
Dr. Maya

~ Drawing from a client-centered, humanistic,
attachment-based, and experiential approach,
Gennifer helps clients strengthen emotional
regulation, improve relationships, and
navigate life’s challenges with greater
confidence.

~ To schedule an appointment or learn more,
call 757-371-2700 or visit
https://hilltopcounselingva.com

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1604 Hilltop West Executive Center
Virginia Beach, VA

Telephone

+17573712700

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