I hope this website is helpful to you in your search for a therapist, by providing you with useful information about psychotherapy, my professional background and the services I and my professional staff provide.
To schedule an appointment in Virginia Beach or Chesapeake, please call 757-410-0700. Our receptionists can help you obtain the necessary insurance pre-authorization. Please refer to theContact Informationpage for Mapsand more detailed information.
New Treatments for PTSD and Anxiety Disorders See our New Treatments page
Skype Video sessions can be scheduled for anyone outside the South Hampton Roads, Virginia area. Please refer to the Insurance Plans and Contact Informationpages.
Please email me at wlm@doctormulligan.comif you have additional questions or encounter any difficulties obtaining the assistance you need.
Let Me Introduce Myself
I am broadly trained and experienced, having practiced as a Clinical Psychologist for 37 years. During this time, I have worked with individuals (of all ages), couples and families. I received a BA in Psychology from Stanford University and a PhD in Clinical Psychology from Yale University. I was the Founding President of the Tidewater Academy of Clinical Psychologists. I am a member of the American Psychological Association and the National Register of Health Service Providers in Psychology. Finally, I am a Participating Provider with many of the leading health Insurance plans, including Anthem, Tricare, Cigna, Sentara, Value Options, Medicare, and others.
"Bermuda Beach" by William Mulligan
On a more personal note, I am married and the father of three. I have lived in Virginia Beach for 34 years and have practiced in South Hampton Roads during this time. My passion is Art and that is why I have included various works of art on my website, for your visual enjoyment.
"The Thinker" by Auguste Rodin
My primary orientation isCognitive Behavior Therapy, orMultimodal Therapy. My approach to treatment emphasizes positive, rational thinking and effective action.The Therapy Process describes my treatment approach in greater detail. I work primarily with individual adults and couples.
Individual Therapy with Adults (Assertive Communication Skills and Emotional Self-defense Training; Men's issues; Anxiety and Panic Disorders; Stress Management, Depression, ADD/ADHD and Bipolar Disorders; Retirement, Mid-life Crises and other Life Transitions; Addictive, Compulsive and Self-destructive Behaviors; Low Self-esteem, Social Anxiety and Relationship Concerns; Career Dissatisfaction, Anger Management).
Marital Counseling (Enrichment; Communication and Conflict Resolution Skills; Premarital Counseling; Infidelity and other Sexual Problems; Understanding the Opposite Sex; Separation and Divorce).
Family therapy (Conflict-mediation between adult family members; Parenting skills; Managing emotional and behavior problems in and about children; Problems with In-laws and Aging Parents; Blended Families).
"Dance" from the "Joy of Life" by Henri Matisse
My Role as Therapist
Functioning much like a coach and family mediator, I strive to motivate, support and educate my clients to become more confident, happy and successful in their careers and relationships. Working together, my clients and I identify specific goals and develop a plan to realize these goals by changing dysfunctional thoughts, behaviors and emotions.
"Embracing Life" fired stoneware by William Mulligan
Practice Information
We have offices in Chesapeake and Virginia Beach.
1403 Greenbrier Parkway, Suite 215 Chesapeake, VA 23320 (We are in the Heritage Bank Building, at the intersection of Greenbrier Pkwy and Eden Way)
Telephone: 757-410-0700
1604 Hilltop West Executive Center, Suite 318 Virginia Beach, VA 23451 (This is the only 3-story office building in the Hilltop North Shopping Center, in the north-east corner where Laskin Rd and First Colonial Rd intersect)
Telephone: 757-410-0700.
Where we are on any given day is shown on the Contact Information. Please check the Insurancepage for a list of insurance plans we participate with. Our receptionists can help you obtain the necessary insurance pre-authorizations. You may also email me if you encounter any difficulties scheduling appointments. wlm@doctormulligan.com
