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Karla Drake

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

mental health Virginia Beach, VA Karla Drake Lcsw LLC
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
10 years at Karla Drake Lcsw LLC
Gender
Female
Connections
117
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 59,200 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the mental health specialty. Karla Drake is one of them.
  • 1,280 mental health professionals are based in VA (out of 33,258 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • Typical mental health compensation in VA: $40,000 – $100,000 (median $58,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of mental health professionals in VA: Sole Proprietor (49), Vcu Health (20), U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs (17).
  • 7% of mental health professionals in VA hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 83% of mental health professionals in VA have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed May 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
Norfolk State University
MSW
2001
Penn State University
Bachelor of Science (BS)
1990
Skills
Crisis Intervention Group Therapy Family Therapy Dual Diagnosis Mental Health Counseling Behavioral Health Cbt Adolescents Psychosocial Motivational Interviewing Biopsychosocial Assessments Emdr Life Transitions Crisis Treatment Psychology
About Karla Drake Lcsw LLC
Employees
1 to 19
Revenue
<$1M
Website
karladrake.com
Office Location
5549 Westward Dr, Virginia Beach, VA
Professional Overview

Karla Drake is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, currently affiliated with Karla Drake Lcsw LLC, based in Virginia Beach, VA. As a mental health, Drake contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Virginia Beach, VA. They have been with Karla Drake Lcsw LLC for 10 years. Drake holds academic credentials, including MSW and Bachelor of Science (BS), from Norfolk State University and Penn State University. Core competencies include Crisis Intervention, Group Therapy, Family Therapy, Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health Counseling. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit mental health professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to mental health specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Virginia Beach, VA healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

Recruiting mental health

Healthcare professionals with mental health expertise are recruited nationwide. Direct outreach via verified email and phone produces significantly faster placements than relying on job boards or passive candidates. HealthTal's database provides personal contact data verified against NPI and state licensing records.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Karla Drake located?
Karla Drake is based in Virginia Beach, VA. They are currently affiliated with Karla Drake Lcsw LLC.
What is Karla Drake's specialty?
Karla Drake specializes in mental health. Their current role is Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
Where does Karla Drake currently work?
Karla Drake currently works at Karla Drake Lcsw LLC. They have been there for 10 years.
What is Karla Drake's educational background?
Karla Drake attended Norfolk State University and Penn State University.
How do I contact Karla Drake for recruiting?
HealthTal provides verified direct email address and phone number for Karla Drake. Subscribe to access full contact details including personal email, direct dial, and LinkedIn profile.
How do I recruit a mental health professional?
Recruiting mental health professionals typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for mental health professionals across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a mental health professional in VA?
mental health professionals in VA typically earn $40,000 to $100,000 annually, with a median of $58,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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