Kerensa Nagle, M.S

practice

Kerensa Nagle (she/her) is a Clinical Psychology Graduate Student who provides psychotherapy and assessment to children, adolescents, families, and young adults. She works with clients experiencing a variety of presenting concerns including ADHD, depression, anxiety, adjustment concerns, OCD, and trauma. She takes a predominantly cognitive-behavioral approach while integrating other approaches, such as person-centered, internal family systems, and motivational interviewing. She aims to approach therapy through a trauma-informed and culturally humble lens, recognizing clients as experts in their life experiences. She strives to work with her clients to collaboratively develop treatment plans and foster growth that aligns with their goals and core values.

education & experience

Kerensa is a graduate student in the Clinical Psychology PhD – Child and Adolescent Concentration program at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU). She holds a B.A. in Psychology and Theater from Occidental College in Los Angeles, CA and an M.S. in Clinical Psychology from VCU. Her research interests include the role of practitioner factors (e.g., therapist experience, attitudes, and beliefs) in the implementation of evidence-based programs in school and community mental health settings.

Kerensa moved to Richmond, VA for graduate school and has enjoyed exploring all Richmond has to offer for the past few years. In her free time, she enjoys going to local coffee shops and parks.