Virginia Hagen, LMHC
Experienced Florida LMHC for families and individuals
- 35 years experience
- Christian counseling available
- Works with families
About Virginia Hagen
Virginia Hagen is a Florida-licensed therapist with 35 years of professional experience who blends clinical skill with long years of nursing and pastoral training. She holds an LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor - and brings the perspective of a registered nurse with five decades of healthcare experience, now retired, to her work with individuals and families. Over her career she has supported people facing depression, stress and anxiety, grief and loss, eating disorders, addictions, relationship and intimacy challenges, trauma and abuse, parenting and custody concerns, ADHD and special needs in children, and a wide range of life transitions.
Her background includes work in inpatient and outpatient mental health settings, a decade of private practice in Crystal River, Florida, extensive involvement with families and children who have special needs, and frequent participation in custody evaluations and court testimony on behalf of children. She also offers Christian-informed counseling, having completed 30 credits toward a Certificate in Christian Studies at Asbury Theological Seminary, been ordained by the Federation of Christian Ministers in 2019, and served as a hospital chaplain intern through a semester of Clinical Pastoral Education at UF Health Shands Hospital in Gainesville. Virginia emphasizes an open, nonjudgmental therapeutic environment and draws on multiple evidence-informed resources to help clients learn skills they can use long term. She values collaborative work and acknowledges the courage it takes to begin therapy, welcoming clients who are ready to take that step. In October 2025 she attended a retreat in Assisi, Italy, to reflect on the life and ministries of St. Francis of Assisi, an experience she describes as inspirational.
Her background includes work in inpatient and outpatient mental health settings, a decade of private practice in Crystal River, Florida, extensive involvement with families and children who have special needs, and frequent participation in custody evaluations and court testimony on behalf of children. She also offers Christian-informed counseling, having completed 30 credits toward a Certificate in Christian Studies at Asbury Theological Seminary, been ordained by the Federation of Christian Ministers in 2019, and served as a hospital chaplain intern through a semester of Clinical Pastoral Education at UF Health Shands Hospital in Gainesville. Virginia emphasizes an open, nonjudgmental therapeutic environment and draws on multiple evidence-informed resources to help clients learn skills they can use long term. She values collaborative work and acknowledges the courage it takes to begin therapy, welcoming clients who are ready to take that step. In October 2025 she attended a retreat in Assisi, Italy, to reflect on the life and ministries of St. Francis of Assisi, an experience she describes as inspirational.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Virginia Hagen have?
Virginia Hagen has 35 years of professional experience in mental health and related care.
Is Virginia Hagen a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds an LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Her Florida license is listed as FL LMHC MH4267.
In which languages does Virginia Hagen provide therapy?
Virginia Hagen provides therapy in English.
Where is Virginia Hagen located?
She is located in Florida.
How can I work with Virginia Hagen as my therapist?
You can work with Virginia Hagen through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Virginia Hagen work with international clients?
No. Virginia Hagen does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Virginia Hagen cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Virginia Hagen integrates approaches such as Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address emotional and relational concerns. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships influence current patterns and can help with intimacy issues, abandonment concerns, and family dynamics. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and collaboration so the client leads the pace of change while the therapist provides support and understanding. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and teaching practical skills to manage anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with life changes.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Virginia works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods best match their goals, needs, and preferences, adjusting the plan over time to fit what is most helpful.
Online sessions make therapy more flexible and accessible. Clients can meet by video call or phone, or use live chat and text-based messaging for more frequent check-ins and support between sessions. These options allow scheduling to fit busy lives and make consistent care easier to maintain with licensed professionals.