Therapists in Virginia
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HopeStone Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23227 (Online Only)
Another sleepless night spent agonizing over every interaction from the day before. I shouldn’t have spoken up in that meeting. Everyone is probably laughing at me behind my back. Why don’t I keep my big mouth shut? You try to push these thoughts down and ignore them, but it’s no use. You’re terrified no one will like you for who you are, so you pretend to be someone else. And for a time, it worked. But every day, you feel less like yourself, more like an imposter. You distance yourself from loved ones, worried they’ll notice this change in you. You’re feeling disconnected – like you have no control over your life. You need help.
Another sleepless night spent agonizing over every interaction from the day before. I shouldn’t have spoken up in that meeting. Everyone is probably laughing at me behind my back. Why don’t I keep my big mouth shut? You try to push these thoughts down and ignore them, but it’s no use. You’re terrified no one will like you for who you are, so you pretend to be someone else. And for a time, it worked. But every day, you feel less like yourself, more like an imposter. You distance yourself from loved ones, worried they’ll notice this change in you. You’re feeling disconnected – like you have no control over your life. You need help.
![Photo of Darla Carino, LMHC, LBA, BCBA, CSAC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/218caeaa-cf3f-4ee6-a0dd-ff4537d63368/2/320x400.jpeg)
Darla Carino
Counselor, LMHC, LBA, BCBA, CSAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Herndon, VA 20172 (Online Only)
Life can get complicated; sometimes life delivers challenges where we need additional support. To respond to life’s challenges, it can beneficial to get support from a licensed therapist. Therapy can offer guidance to move past obstacles and make meaningful changes to live a happy, full life. I can help you explore and understand your experiences, emotions, and thoughts. I will also work to create a space where you have the freedom to express yourself without judgement, and leave having felt heard and understood. Please call or email me if you have any questions or would like to schedule an appointment.
Life can get complicated; sometimes life delivers challenges where we need additional support. To respond to life’s challenges, it can beneficial to get support from a licensed therapist. Therapy can offer guidance to move past obstacles and make meaningful changes to live a happy, full life. I can help you explore and understand your experiences, emotions, and thoughts. I will also work to create a space where you have the freedom to express yourself without judgement, and leave having felt heard and understood. Please call or email me if you have any questions or would like to schedule an appointment.
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Navigating life as a young adult is a challenge. Often we seek stability among life's chaos, while other times we seek excitement among life's mundanity. I am here to help you identify your needs and desires during both transitional and stagnant periods of your life. I firmly believe the therapeutic relationship provides the groundwork for healing and I prioritize building rapport and mutual trust. Together, we will dive beneath surface issues, discover the underlying reasons for distress, and build strategies to take control of your life.
Navigating life as a young adult is a challenge. Often we seek stability among life's chaos, while other times we seek excitement among life's mundanity. I am here to help you identify your needs and desires during both transitional and stagnant periods of your life. I firmly believe the therapeutic relationship provides the groundwork for healing and I prioritize building rapport and mutual trust. Together, we will dive beneath surface issues, discover the underlying reasons for distress, and build strategies to take control of your life.
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We are a group practice and have a diverse team of clinicians who are accepting new clients. It takes time and energy to improve the quality of your life & relationships, become the type of person you want to be, and change how you think and feel about yourself. It is possible to create opportunities for happiness and fulfillment in your life. You don't have to do it alone. I have extensive experience working with people who struggle with fears and phobias, worry, social anxiety, depression, people who chronically doubt themself, struggle making themself a priority, and have challenges with setting healthy boundaries.
We are a group practice and have a diverse team of clinicians who are accepting new clients. It takes time and energy to improve the quality of your life & relationships, become the type of person you want to be, and change how you think and feel about yourself. It is possible to create opportunities for happiness and fulfillment in your life. You don't have to do it alone. I have extensive experience working with people who struggle with fears and phobias, worry, social anxiety, depression, people who chronically doubt themself, struggle making themself a priority, and have challenges with setting healthy boundaries.
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Sarah Sarsfield
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Vienna, VA 22182
Not accepting new clients
As a counselor, I aim to create a space where clients feel safe and secure on their journey towards healing. My areas of clinical interest include emotion regulation, trauma, family of origin conflict, self-harm, suicidal ideation, behavioral issues, life transitions, body image, anxiety, and depression. I work primarily with adolescents, college students, and young adults.
As a counselor, I aim to create a space where clients feel safe and secure on their journey towards healing. My areas of clinical interest include emotion regulation, trauma, family of origin conflict, self-harm, suicidal ideation, behavioral issues, life transitions, body image, anxiety, and depression. I work primarily with adolescents, college students, and young adults.
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The Counseling Center of Virginia
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCSW
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22209
The Counseling Center of Virginia is a team of therapists who are dedicated to helping people live fulfilling lives. Our focus is on providing relatively short-term therapy treatments that use structured, evidence-based methods to achieve positive, long-lasting results. We believe in helping individuals, couples, and families make life-enhancing changes and transitions, and are committed to doing so in a way that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion.
The Counseling Center of Virginia is a team of therapists who are dedicated to helping people live fulfilling lives. Our focus is on providing relatively short-term therapy treatments that use structured, evidence-based methods to achieve positive, long-lasting results. We believe in helping individuals, couples, and families make life-enhancing changes and transitions, and are committed to doing so in a way that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion.
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Katharine Ryan-Rosenbaum
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
McLean, VA 22101
Katharine is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in the state of Virginia with a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology. Katharine is a native to the Washington, DC area, attending Stone Ridge School of the Sacred Heart for high school and receiving her Bachelors of Science degree in Psychology with an emphasis in Health Sciences from Marymount University. Katharine hopes to help her patients feel self-worth and make progress towards healthy and meaningful lives.
Katharine is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in the state of Virginia with a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology. Katharine is a native to the Washington, DC area, attending Stone Ridge School of the Sacred Heart for high school and receiving her Bachelors of Science degree in Psychology with an emphasis in Health Sciences from Marymount University. Katharine hopes to help her patients feel self-worth and make progress towards healthy and meaningful lives.
![Photo of Mary Buntin, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/16fee285-3204-4c5f-9bc5-6410e6e750f8/2/320x400.jpeg)
I believe that the relationship with oneself is the foundation for all other relationships. Valuing the self, experiencing worthiness, are skills that can be learned and applied through the lifespan. They are the "emotional ingredients" for building trust, confidence, and a sense of well being. My clinical foundation is based on 25 years of experience with diverse populations in which I addressed multiple complex psyhological/emotional issues with those aged 30 and above. My strongest traits as a therapist are my patience, perseverance, and a solid commitment to help my clients make enduring changes in their lives.
I believe that the relationship with oneself is the foundation for all other relationships. Valuing the self, experiencing worthiness, are skills that can be learned and applied through the lifespan. They are the "emotional ingredients" for building trust, confidence, and a sense of well being. My clinical foundation is based on 25 years of experience with diverse populations in which I addressed multiple complex psyhological/emotional issues with those aged 30 and above. My strongest traits as a therapist are my patience, perseverance, and a solid commitment to help my clients make enduring changes in their lives.
![Photo of Charles L Grausz - Charles Grausz Counseling Services, MEd, LPC, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/44e7410e-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Charles Grausz Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Herndon, VA 20171 (Online Only)
Looking to help you or your child achieve more and reach your goals? With 22 years of experience,I have the tools to help with motivation, confidence and social difficulties. I maintain a small practice where I can offer my clients the personal attention they deserve. As a school counselor and licensed professional counselor, I have the experience to create lasting connections with people of various ages to bring about positive change.
Looking to help you or your child achieve more and reach your goals? With 22 years of experience,I have the tools to help with motivation, confidence and social difficulties. I maintain a small practice where I can offer my clients the personal attention they deserve. As a school counselor and licensed professional counselor, I have the experience to create lasting connections with people of various ages to bring about positive change.
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Sara R Ablard-Parella
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Purcellville, VA 20132
My passion as a therapist is helping couples and families establish a safe, secure connection. This often involves healing a past injury. I have extensive training in Emotionally Focused Therapy, an empirically validated therapy based in attachment theory. I also work with individuals to help recover from depression and establish ways to manage anxiety. Parenting, including co-parenting for divorced couples is another passion of mine.
My passion as a therapist is helping couples and families establish a safe, secure connection. This often involves healing a past injury. I have extensive training in Emotionally Focused Therapy, an empirically validated therapy based in attachment theory. I also work with individuals to help recover from depression and establish ways to manage anxiety. Parenting, including co-parenting for divorced couples is another passion of mine.
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As a professional counselor and Army Veteran, I have a passion for helping other veterans develop an awareness and understanding about their military and post military experiences. I also have a passion to work with children, adolescents, and adults struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, self-esteem issues, relationship issues, addiction, infertility, and parenting struggles.
As a professional counselor and Army Veteran, I have a passion for helping other veterans develop an awareness and understanding about their military and post military experiences. I also have a passion to work with children, adolescents, and adults struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, self-esteem issues, relationship issues, addiction, infertility, and parenting struggles.
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Feeling stressed? Experiencing high anxiety or tired of stress? Sometimes it can be difficult to overcome stressors and anxieties on our own. If you are having difficulties handling life stressors, there are ways to overcome and alleviate what you are going through. We will begin with the problem, then strategies to resolve your issue, then you will learn how to solve a variety of stressful issues in your life. If you are committed to lowering stress and anxiety levels in your life, CLICK on our website to request an appointment. Additionally, you can contact us thru text/phone at 571.946.8115 or info@higherlifepathways.com
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Crystal Grooms
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23223 (Online Only)
Throughout life, we all have times where we need a source of support, need the ability to process what we are going through, and learn skills and tools to help us on our journey. At Renewed Beginnings, I want to provide a supportive environment where you can explore your innermost thoughts and emotions, ultimately finding the strength to embark on a journey towards a brighter tomorrow. I am dedicated to guiding you through a transformative journey of self-discovery and growth.
Throughout life, we all have times where we need a source of support, need the ability to process what we are going through, and learn skills and tools to help us on our journey. At Renewed Beginnings, I want to provide a supportive environment where you can explore your innermost thoughts and emotions, ultimately finding the strength to embark on a journey towards a brighter tomorrow. I am dedicated to guiding you through a transformative journey of self-discovery and growth.
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Cinnamon Langley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bon Air, VA 23235
Are you struggling with feeling overwhelmed at work, in your relationship, or with life in general? Are you searching to understand why you just don't feel like yourself recently? I specialize in working with individuals that have experienced traumatic events throughout their lives and works from an understanding that everyone is an expert of their own experiences. I will work in collaboration with you to take the next steps toward healing.
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Accepting New Clients. I work with individuals who struggle with Neurocognitive issues, nuerodivergance, ADHD, Child Development and Emotional Issues as well as adult experiencing mood disturbance, anxiety, and Depression. I appreciate clients who want to think deeply and engage in discussions about abstract ideas, but who also want to dive into the day-to-day aspects of life and feel like they have a person in their corner to unpack everything with. I believe mental health symptoms improve through a combination of self-awareness, consistent effort, and supportive guidance found in therapy.
Accepting New Clients. I work with individuals who struggle with Neurocognitive issues, nuerodivergance, ADHD, Child Development and Emotional Issues as well as adult experiencing mood disturbance, anxiety, and Depression. I appreciate clients who want to think deeply and engage in discussions about abstract ideas, but who also want to dive into the day-to-day aspects of life and feel like they have a person in their corner to unpack everything with. I believe mental health symptoms improve through a combination of self-awareness, consistent effort, and supportive guidance found in therapy.
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There is no greater joy than assisting clients in finding their strengths and ways to use their strengths to overcome life obstacles by creating a new narrative.
There is no greater joy than assisting clients in finding their strengths and ways to use their strengths to overcome life obstacles by creating a new narrative.
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I have extensive expertise helping individuals find hope and healing in their struggles with stress, anxiety, addiction, or feeling depressed. I have counseled and coached others in the areas of premarital and marriage counseling, parenting, and child-adolescence therapy. Through a holistic counseling approach I integrate effective insights from psychology, biology, and social sciences. My career in counseling began over 30 years ago, by providing counseling services for individuals, couples, and families. I'm also a retired teacher from FCPS/FCCPS school systems, where I taught IB Psychology and worked with students that had IEPs.
I have extensive expertise helping individuals find hope and healing in their struggles with stress, anxiety, addiction, or feeling depressed. I have counseled and coached others in the areas of premarital and marriage counseling, parenting, and child-adolescence therapy. Through a holistic counseling approach I integrate effective insights from psychology, biology, and social sciences. My career in counseling began over 30 years ago, by providing counseling services for individuals, couples, and families. I'm also a retired teacher from FCPS/FCCPS school systems, where I taught IB Psychology and worked with students that had IEPs.
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Yuko C Constas
Resident in Marriage and Family Therapy, MSMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Life can be challenging. Perhaps you are feeling stuck in your marital or relational issues. Maybe, you are feeling hopeless after the loss of a loved one or job. When you need help and direction most, therapy can guide you through challenges. I believe that anyone can excel with sufficient guidance and support. My areas of concentration are couples’ issues, family conflicts, life transitions, self-esteem, trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, emotional healing, spiritual issues, and more. Also, I use EMDR to help you with trauma and childhood experiences.
Life can be challenging. Perhaps you are feeling stuck in your marital or relational issues. Maybe, you are feeling hopeless after the loss of a loved one or job. When you need help and direction most, therapy can guide you through challenges. I believe that anyone can excel with sufficient guidance and support. My areas of concentration are couples’ issues, family conflicts, life transitions, self-esteem, trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, emotional healing, spiritual issues, and more. Also, I use EMDR to help you with trauma and childhood experiences.
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sanctYOUary
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23464 (Online Only)
Perhaps they're struggling with anxiety, navigating life transitions, or coping with past traumas. They crave a safe space to express themselves without judgment, seeking guidance to manage their mental and emotional well-being. They want to feel heard, understood, and supported in their journey towards healing and personal growth. Their goal is to cultivate resilience, improve coping skills, and foster a deeper understanding of themselves. They seek validation, validation, validation. They long to break free from negative patterns and develop healthier ways of thinking and behaving.
Perhaps they're struggling with anxiety, navigating life transitions, or coping with past traumas. They crave a safe space to express themselves without judgment, seeking guidance to manage their mental and emotional well-being. They want to feel heard, understood, and supported in their journey towards healing and personal growth. Their goal is to cultivate resilience, improve coping skills, and foster a deeper understanding of themselves. They seek validation, validation, validation. They long to break free from negative patterns and develop healthier ways of thinking and behaving.
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I offer individual therapy for teens, college students, and adults with a focus on attachment, anxiety, relationship issues, and trauma.
I offer individual therapy for teens, college students, and adults with a focus on attachment, anxiety, relationship issues, and trauma.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Virginia who prioritize treating:
92% | Anxiety |
88% | Depression |
73% | Self Esteem |
71% | Relationship Issues |
70% | Coping Skills |
68% | Trauma and PTSD |
68% | Stress |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
74% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
70% | Anthem | Elevance |
69% | Aetna |
How Therapists in Virginia see their clients
66% | In Person and Online | |
34% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
83% | Female | |
16% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Virginia?
Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.