Helping Individuals and Families Realize Their Potential
Dr. William L. Mulligan
Welcome! 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 provide. You can schedule an appointment at my Virginia Beach office or my Chesapeake office by calling 757-410-0700. My receptionist can help you obtain the necessary insurance pre-authorizations. Please refer to the "Contact Info" page for Maps and more detailed information. You can also email me directly at wlm@doctormulligan.com if you have additional questions or encounter any difficulties obtaining the assistance you need.
Mental Health Professionals: We are currently recruiting licensed therapists, with experience treating children, couples, and Women's Issues.
Let Me Introduce Myself
I am broadly trained and experienced, having practiced as a Clinical Psychologist for over 30 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 30 years and have practiced in Virginia Beach and Norfolk during this time. I have also worked in the past as a Financial Advisor and as a Real Estate Agent. My personal 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 is Cognitive Behavior Therapy, or Multimodal Therapy. My approach to treatment emphasizes positive, rational thinking and effective action. The Therapy Process page 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:
I have offices in Chesapeake and Virginia Beach.
637 Kingsborough Square, Suite H (just off Battlefield Blvd) Chesapeake, VA 23320. Telephone: 757-410-0700
1232 Perimeter Pkwy, Suite 101 (Just off Dam Neck Rd, near the intersection of Dam Neck and General Booth) Virginia Beach, VA 23451. Telephone: 757-410-0700.
Where I am on any given day is shown on the Contact Page. Please check the Insurance page to identify those office locations that accept your insurance plan. 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
