Hummingbird Counseling Services for Women
A Safe Place for Women to Heal

Name: Hummingbird Counseling Services for Women
Address: 710 Denbigh Boulevard, Newport News, VA, 23602, US
Telephone: 757-525-4812

Our Vision

Thank you for visiting Hummingbird Counseling Services for Women. Our vision is for Hummingbird to be a conduit for women’s mental, emotional, and spiritual healing. Our mission is to create a safe space that inspires healing, growth and the will to live forward. We strongly believe that unconditional positive regard, relationship building, empathy and humor are the most powerful tools in helping clients experience lasting change.

At Hummingbird, we will help you build compassion for yourself versus focusing on past failures. Our professional helpers are dedicated to journeying alongside you as you do your healing work with hope, courage and the will to “Live Forward.”

Counseling Services

Individual

Group

Telemental health counseling

Anxiety

Depression

Childhood & Adult Trauma

Self-Esteem & Identity

Adjustment Issues

Meet the Team

Newport News Location

Dedication. Expertise. Passion.

Therapist, LPC

Kimberly Haney

My name is Kim Haney, and I was born and raised here in the 757. I also have a beautiful daughter.

Favorite hobby: Working out and art

Favorite food: Indian cuisine

Favorite color: Yellow

Interesting fact: I used to be a spoken word artist

Insurance Taken: Anthem, Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, Medicaid, Molina

Therapist, MA Resident in Counseling

Ashley Ross

Hello! My name is Ashley and I'm a licensed Resident in Counselling. I am very creative, caring, and love spending time with my family.

Favorite hobby: Cooking, laughing, spending time with family, party planning, and listening to music.

Favorite food: Caribbean

Favorite color: Green

Interesting fact: I played basketball, field hockey, and volleyball in high school until I became a teen mom. I have a 19 year old son and a 5 year old daughter.

Insurance Taken: Anthem, Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, Medicaid, Molina

Therapist, MA Resident in Counseling

Kisha Hamilton

Hello, I’m Kisha, a resident counselor with 16 years of teaching expertise. I am happily married with four children. Apart from my counseling work, I'm a food enthusiast and find joy in crafting.

Favorite Hobby: Dancing

Favorite Food: Pizza

Favorite Color: Pink

Interesting fact: I maintained a high school track and field record for more than a decade.

Insurance Taken: Anthem, Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, Medicaid, Molina

Therapist, MA Resident in Counseling

Symphonie Linyear

Hi there! I'm Symphonie Linyear, a licensed Resident in Counseling with 18 years of school counseling experience. My goal in counseling is to help others become the best version of themselves. Beyond my professional life, I'm a loving wife and the mommiest mom to our three children. In my downtime, I enjoy crossword puzzles, indulging in retail therapy and working on my bakery business (Symply Rich Sweets).

Favorite Hobby: Shopping....DSW shoe lover

Favorite Food: Italian

Favorite Color: Purple

Interesting fact: I'm very detail oriented and remember just about everything!!!

Therapist, LPC

Sierra Spencer

Hi, I'm Sierra! Hello, I have 6 years of experience in substance abuse counseling and I am grateful to be in a profession where I can journey alongside others as they do their healing work. I am originally from Mississippi, and I enjoy creative activities like making jewelry and spending time with friends and family.

Favorite Hobby: Making jewelry, reading self-help books and spending time with friends and family

Favorite Food: Pizza and nachos

Favorite Color: Blue

Interesting fact: I am a creative and humorous person.

Meet the Team

Smithfield Location

Dedication. Expertise. Passion.

Counseling Intern

Mykal Atkinson

Hi there! My name is Mykal Atkinson, and I was born and raised in the 757! I’m a graduate student seeking a master's in clinical mental health counseling. I am an intern on the Hummingbird Counseling team. I currently reside in Smithfield with my fiancé and dog.

Favorite Hobby: Cooking, watching movies, and doing makeup

Favorite Food: Italian, Mexican, and Hibachi

Favorite Color: Pink & Green

Interesting fact: I am really into history! It was my favorite subject in school. Historical/period pieces are my favorite movies to watch. A day at the museum is a good day for me!

Therapist, MA Resident in Counseling

Virginia Massey

Hello, my name is Virginia and I am a Navy veteran born and raised in Los Angeles, CA. I am married with four beautiful children and two precious grandchildren.

Favorite Hobby: Traveling and learning new things

Favorite Food: Italian and Mexican

Favorite Color: Blue

Interesting fact: I am the great niece of the first African American opera singer to perform at Lincoln Memorial.

Insurance Taken: Anthem, Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, Medicaid, Molina

Therapist, LPC

Kimtrese Slaughter

Hey beautiful, I’m Kimtrese! I was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY. My purpose is to journey alongside you as you do your healing work. I carefully create supportive, nonjudgmental spaces that make it safe to explore the difficulties preventing you from living optimally.

Favorite hobby: Creating something new out of something old.

Favorite food: Soul food.

Favorite color(s): Purple, green, black and white combo and blue.

Interesting fact: Performed with the Blue Man Group in Las Vegas

Insurance Taken: Anthem, Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, Lyra, Medicaid, Molina, Optima, Optum, United Healthcare, Virginia Premier

Support Staff

They are the nuts and bolts that keep the operation running smoothly!

Social Media Coordinator

Lyric Slaughter

Hiiiii! My name is Lyric and I'm a 20-year-old creative. I love to travel and try new things.

Favorite Hobby: Making music

Favorite Food: Mexican

Favorite Color: Red

Interesting fact: I was named well considering I love music and sing even more!

Office Administrator

Lauren Roane

Hi ladies! My name is Lauren and I'm excited to be your point of contact for our Hummingbird family! I enjoy lazy beach days, restoring furniture/interior design and blossoming my nail business.

Favorite Hobby: Anything that allows me creative freedom

Favorite Food: Cajun Charbroiled Oysters from Morrow's Restaurant in New Orleans *chef's kiss*

Favorite Color: Any shade of Green

Interesting Fact: I have a unique playlist for any and every situation.

How Do I Get Started?

STEP 1

Complete the referral form.

Add ALL insurances you currently have (very important).
Add the correct Policy and group numbers from your insurance card.
Please don’t forget to enter the contact number for your insurance company (behavioral health) from the back of your card.
Click here for Referral Form

STEP 2

Read the Privacy and Cancellation Policy

This policy will assist you with gaining an understanding of your confidentiality rights and my cancellation expectations.

Click here for Privacy and Cancellation Policy

STEP 3

Self-Preparation!

Please prepare yourself for therapy by:

Taking a deep breath
Tell yourself that you now have the support you need to heal
Write down any questions you may have concerning therapy or your presenting problem.
Sit back and wait for us to contact you knowing that you have made the first step on your journey of healing and restoration.

We will give you a call within 24 hours of receiving your referral form. We look forward to meeting you!

Payment Options

Payment type accepted
We accept the insurances listed below.We also accept cash and all major
credit cards as forms of payment for sessions and co-payments.

Self-pay (out of pocket) Fees
Consultation fee: $50
Intake evaluation Assessment: $200
Individual Counseling: $150
Life Group session fee: $50 per group session

Cancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend a session, please cancel at least 48 hours beforehand.
Otherwise, you will be charged a $80 no-show, cancellation/late cancel fee

Insurance We Accept

Call Or Text

757-525-4812

Address

710 Denbigh Blvd

Bldg 6A1

Newport News,

VA 23608

Hours

Follow

Monday - Friday:

10AM - 6PM

Saturday:

10AM - 3PM

By appointment only

Email

info

@hummingbirdforwomen.com

Hummingbird Counseling Services for Women A Safe Place for Women to Heal

Our Vision

Counseling Services

Meet the Team

Meet the Team

Support Staff

Lyric Slaughter

Lauren Roane

How Do I Get Started?

STEP 1

Complete the referral form.

Add ALL insurances you currently have (very important).

Add the correct Policy and group numbers from your insurance card.

Please don’t forget to enter the contact number for your insurance company (behavioral health) from the back of your card.

Click here for Referral Form

​

STEP 2

Read the Privacy and Cancellation Policy

This policy will assist you with gaining an understanding of your confidentiality rights and my cancellation expectations.

Click here for Privacy and Cancellation Policy

​​​

STEP 3

Self-Preparation!

Please prepare yourself for therapy by:

Taking a deep breath

Tell yourself that you now have the support you need to heal

Write down any questions you may have concerning therapy or your presenting problem.

Sit back and wait for us to contact you knowing that you have made the first step on your journey of healing and restoration.

​

We will give you a call within 24 hours of receiving your referral form. We look forward to meeting you!

Payment Options

Insurance We Accept

Call Or Text

Address

Hours

Follow

Email

Hummingbird Counseling Services for Women
A Safe Place for Women to Heal