Mental Healthcare You Can Trust
Virginia Health and Medical Psychology
Dr. Jessica Grove
Owner, Virginia Health and Medical Psychology
Welcome, I’m glad you’re here.
Maybe you’ve been told your test results are fine, but you still don’t feel fine.
Maybe you’re dealing with chronic pain, unhealthy eating patterns, or a chronic illness that makes everyday life harder than it should be.
Or, you got that dreaded cancer diagnosis and aren’t sure how to proceed.
The mismatch between your physical health and daily life can lead to feelings of isolation and a sense of hopelessness.
I know how overwhelming that can be, and it’s why I chose to become a health psychologist.
My approach to therapy
My focus is first on building a strong therapeutic relationship so that you feel comfortable.
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I’ll only ever proceed with treatments that have been tested and shown effective. You can be confident that the interventions I use are backed by science.
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One size doesn’t fit all. We will tailor our approach to what works specifically for you. You’ll find that I frequently check in during sessions to ensure that you feel you are getting what you need and that we are working at a pace that is comfortable to you.
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I’ll make sure what we are doing is actually useful for you. You’ll be able to take what we talk about in session and apply it outside of therapy to see improvements.
FAVORITE QUOTE:
"Everything can be taken from a man but one thing: the last of the human freedoms - to choose one’s attitude in any given set of circumstances, to choose one’s own way.” - Viktor Frankl, Man’s Search for Meaning
Our mind and body are deeply connected.
There is so much relief and hope that can come from capitalizing on the mind-body connection, addressing emotional challenges, and learning to live confidently in your body
My role is to walk alongside you in therapy as you sort through challenges, navigate complex emotions and symptoms, and learn how to build a life that is meaningful to you
I won’t just offer strategies and tools, but also a safe place to be honest about what you’re facing. You won’t have to figure it out on your own.
Specializations
Chronic pain
⟡ Helping you reduce the impact and experience of chronic pain
Bariatrics
⟡ Pre-surgical evaluations
⟡ Improving lifestyle factors pre and post-surgery
Cancer
⟡ Helping you cope with the stress, uncertainty, and emotional impact of cancer, while building strategies to improve resilience and quality of life.
Chronic illness
⟡ Navigating the emotional and day-to-day challenges of living with a chronic illness so you can feel more in control
What to expect from meeting with me
During our first session:
We’ll spend time talking about your background—medical and personal—so I can get a better sense of the experiences that have shaped you and how you approach challenges.
By the end of our first session:
I’ll share some treatment options that may be a good fit for your needs and goals.
In follow-up sessions:
We’ll begin the real work together, moving forward at a pace that feels comfortable for you.