Dr. Steven Noles, VA Psychologist 0810001476

Dr. Steven Noles is a licensed clinical psychologist practicing in the greater Richmond, Virginia area with four decades of professional experience. He earned a Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.), a doctoral degree focused on clinical training and practice, from the Virginia Consortium for Professional Psychology and is licensed in Virginia as VA Psychologist 0810001476.

His career includes service as a staff psychologist in the U.S. Navy and as a staff psychologist at a selective private university, alongside more than 25 years in full-time private practice. He has consulted with colleges and universities on ADHD, learning, and psychological disabilities and has worked with athletes and teams at the high school, college, and professional levels to support performance and adjustment.

Dr. Noles works primarily with older teenagers and adults addressing depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, divorce, self-esteem and confidence, career concerns, ADHD and learning disability accommodations, and sports performance enhancement. He uses a collaborative, integrative approach that blends cognitive behavioral techniques, solution-focused interventions, and client-centered strategies to tailor care to each person’s goals and preferences.

Outside of his clinical work he has been married for over 38 years, is the father of two grown sons and two granddaughters, and volunteers at the National D-Day Memorial in Bedford, Virginia.

Practical approaches for online therapy and treatment planning

Dr. Noles draws from client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and solution-focused therapy to guide online work. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathy and collaboration, helping people feel heard as they explore values, relationships, and personal growth; it is useful for relationship concerns, self-esteem, and life transitions. Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and is often applied to depression, anxiety, and stress-related issues. Solution-focused therapy concentrates on practical steps and strengths-based goals, making it effective for clients seeking targeted change in areas like career decisions, coping strategies, or relationship adjustments.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Noles works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts techniques as progress unfolds.

Online sessions via video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility for busy schedules, support for clients who live at a distance, and the ability to maintain continuity of care across life changes. These options allow licensed professionals to deliver structured, goal-oriented therapy while accommodating different communication styles and practical needs.