Teletherapy for Stone Ridge, VA

Photo of Amy Wu, MS, LMFT-R, Pre-Licensed Professional
Amy Wu
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, LMFT-R
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Stone Ridge, VA 20105
Sometimes our stress and worries can affect the way we interact with the world and can take a toll on the mind, body, and impact relationships. I believe healing from within, starts with compassion and feeling seen. Whether you want to prioritize your mental health or work on relational issues - having a nonjudgmental and supportive safe space can open the door to potential change and growth. When clients are willing to learn and explore beneath the surface of their day-to-day living, they open up new ways to better connect with themselves and with others. I use a collaborative, warm, and mindfulness approach to therapy.
Sometimes our stress and worries can affect the way we interact with the world and can take a toll on the mind, body, and impact relationships. I believe healing from within, starts with compassion and feeling seen. Whether you want to prioritize your mental health or work on relational issues - having a nonjudgmental and supportive safe space can open the door to potential change and growth. When clients are willing to learn and explore beneath the surface of their day-to-day living, they open up new ways to better connect with themselves and with others. I use a collaborative, warm, and mindfulness approach to therapy.
(703) 454-5583 View (703) 454-5583
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Melanie Davis
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stone Ridge, VA 20105
Life is a journey and sometimes it can be hard. I am here to listen and provide a safe and supportive environment for individuals going through challenging phases of life. I use an integrative and holistic approach to help clients create positive change that will lead to long -term well-being. Through a personal experience with chronic illness, I have learned the importance of working on the whole self to ultimately reach your desired potential in life.
Life is a journey and sometimes it can be hard. I am here to listen and provide a safe and supportive environment for individuals going through challenging phases of life. I use an integrative and holistic approach to help clients create positive change that will lead to long -term well-being. Through a personal experience with chronic illness, I have learned the importance of working on the whole self to ultimately reach your desired potential in life.
(571) 506-6517 View (571) 506-6517
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Dan Savage
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Stone Ridge, VA 20105
I have been an athlete my whole life and played baseball in college. Understanding the stress and pressure to perform, I specialize in working with student athletes who are struggling emotionally on and off the field. I enjoy using sports, exercise, and the outdoors to help clients identify and express their feelings, improve communication, and identify healthier ways to cope. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, excessive stress, or difficulties at home or school, you are not alone and I am here to offer genuine support.
I have been an athlete my whole life and played baseball in college. Understanding the stress and pressure to perform, I specialize in working with student athletes who are struggling emotionally on and off the field. I enjoy using sports, exercise, and the outdoors to help clients identify and express their feelings, improve communication, and identify healthier ways to cope. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, excessive stress, or difficulties at home or school, you are not alone and I am here to offer genuine support.
(571) 496-8727 View (571) 496-8727
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Julie Brunson
Resident in Counseling, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stone Ridge, VA 20105
Are you a college student who may be struggling to adjust, figure out who you are or who you would like to be? Maybe you are a young adult seeking support and guidance for relationship issues, life transitions, or personal growth. As the expert in your life, I tailor my approach to meet you where you are, ensuring a comfortable and effective counseling experience. Starting therapy may be new to you and even if it is not, it can be hard to take that first step! My warm and friendly nature will put you at ease as we get to know each other. Together we will work towards finding your path and developing coping strategies along the way.
Are you a college student who may be struggling to adjust, figure out who you are or who you would like to be? Maybe you are a young adult seeking support and guidance for relationship issues, life transitions, or personal growth. As the expert in your life, I tailor my approach to meet you where you are, ensuring a comfortable and effective counseling experience. Starting therapy may be new to you and even if it is not, it can be hard to take that first step! My warm and friendly nature will put you at ease as we get to know each other. Together we will work towards finding your path and developing coping strategies along the way.
(571) 306-1666 View (571) 306-1666
Photo of Sarah Elkalban, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Sarah Elkalban
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Stone Ridge, VA 20105
I have experience supporting individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, and relationship issues. I also have a heart for working with educators and service professionals. Clients come to me feeling stuck, ready for change, and not knowing where to begin to transform one or many areas of their lives. Through our work together, clients gain perspective, strategies, and empowerment to develop overall emotional, mental, and relational wellbeing. When requested, I am happy to engage a faith-based approach to help illuminate the bigger picture to overcome obstacles and gain clarity through God’s Word.
I have experience supporting individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, and relationship issues. I also have a heart for working with educators and service professionals. Clients come to me feeling stuck, ready for change, and not knowing where to begin to transform one or many areas of their lives. Through our work together, clients gain perspective, strategies, and empowerment to develop overall emotional, mental, and relational wellbeing. When requested, I am happy to engage a faith-based approach to help illuminate the bigger picture to overcome obstacles and gain clarity through God’s Word.
(703) 782-3043 View (703) 782-3043
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Natasha Cook
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Stone Ridge, VA 20105  (Online Only)
I have worked with clients struggling to manage anxiety, depression, stress, and relationships for the duration of my career. From elementary aged children to senior citizens, I've helped clients identify the source(s) of these challenges, assess the right techniques to best address the symptoms, create achievable goals, and determine the skills that will help maintain those positive changes. My clients are often motivated to make positive improvement across multiple areas of their lives. We also discuss being intentional in how to approach situations, allowing for clients to consistently show up as the best version of themselves.
I have worked with clients struggling to manage anxiety, depression, stress, and relationships for the duration of my career. From elementary aged children to senior citizens, I've helped clients identify the source(s) of these challenges, assess the right techniques to best address the symptoms, create achievable goals, and determine the skills that will help maintain those positive changes. My clients are often motivated to make positive improvement across multiple areas of their lives. We also discuss being intentional in how to approach situations, allowing for clients to consistently show up as the best version of themselves.
(571) 322-8884 View (571) 322-8884
Photo of Zamarit Simpkins - Zamarit Simpkins, MEd, Pre-Licensed Professional
Zamarit Simpkins
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Stone Ridge, VA 20105
With 17 years of experience as a licensed school counselor, I have extensive experience helping children and teens cope with anxiety, depression, stress, behavioral issues, peer relationships, self-esteem, school issues, and life transitions. I also offer support for parents and families who need help navigating grief, divorce, and co-parenting. I believe that establishing rapport and building trust is the cornerstone of any therapeutic relationship. My goal is to meet you where you are, share observations without judgment, and offer tools and resources to help you meet your goals.
With 17 years of experience as a licensed school counselor, I have extensive experience helping children and teens cope with anxiety, depression, stress, behavioral issues, peer relationships, self-esteem, school issues, and life transitions. I also offer support for parents and families who need help navigating grief, divorce, and co-parenting. I believe that establishing rapport and building trust is the cornerstone of any therapeutic relationship. My goal is to meet you where you are, share observations without judgment, and offer tools and resources to help you meet your goals.
(703) 832-0261 View (703) 832-0261
Photo of Shaundra Branova, MEd, Pre-Licensed Professional
Shaundra Branova
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stone Ridge, VA 20105  (Online Only)
With a deep-rooted passion for guiding individuals and couples on their transformative journey towards healing and self-discovery, I bring a wealth of experience to my role as a resident therapist. Specializing in working with adults and couples, my focus is on empowering individuals to enhance their coping mechanisms, navigate emotional challenges, develop deeper connections, learn and enhance communication and relational skills, and triumph over life's adversities.
With a deep-rooted passion for guiding individuals and couples on their transformative journey towards healing and self-discovery, I bring a wealth of experience to my role as a resident therapist. Specializing in working with adults and couples, my focus is on empowering individuals to enhance their coping mechanisms, navigate emotional challenges, develop deeper connections, learn and enhance communication and relational skills, and triumph over life's adversities.
(571) 554-5580 View (571) 554-5580
Photo of Hilary Tarkington Stowers, Pre-Licensed Professional
Hilary Tarkington Stowers
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stone Ridge, VA 20105
With my additional training as a Certified Holistic Health Counselor, I believe in the mind-body connection and the importance of taking a comprehensive approach to address the overall well-being of clients. My areas of expertise include anxiety and depression disorders, adjustment issues, Lyme disease, and the role of nutrition in mental health.
With my additional training as a Certified Holistic Health Counselor, I believe in the mind-body connection and the importance of taking a comprehensive approach to address the overall well-being of clients. My areas of expertise include anxiety and depression disorders, adjustment issues, Lyme disease, and the role of nutrition in mental health.
(703) 420-7125 View (703) 420-7125
Photo of Kristen Joback, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Kristen Joback
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Stone Ridge, VA 20105
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the commonwealth of Virginia, I have 15 years experience partnering with adults, children, couples, and families, seeking help with adjusting to life transitions, depression, anxiety, relationship issues and long lasting mental health challenges. I completed my Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. I value a person-centered, collaborative and integrative approach to treatment.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the commonwealth of Virginia, I have 15 years experience partnering with adults, children, couples, and families, seeking help with adjusting to life transitions, depression, anxiety, relationship issues and long lasting mental health challenges. I completed my Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. I value a person-centered, collaborative and integrative approach to treatment.
(703) 750-8788 View (703) 750-8788
Photo of Rachel Biesemeyer, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Rachel Biesemeyer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Stone Ridge, VA 20105
Hello, my name is Rachel Biesemeyer, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have experience working with children, adolescents and adults from all walks of life. My approach to therapy is founded on building a solid therapeutic relationship and integrating coping skills that are practical and helpful with life's struggles. My client focus ranges from children, adolescents to adults from all walks of life. I have treated individuals with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/shame, mood disorders, ADHD, and ODD.
Hello, my name is Rachel Biesemeyer, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have experience working with children, adolescents and adults from all walks of life. My approach to therapy is founded on building a solid therapeutic relationship and integrating coping skills that are practical and helpful with life's struggles. My client focus ranges from children, adolescents to adults from all walks of life. I have treated individuals with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/shame, mood disorders, ADHD, and ODD.
(757) 654-2286 View (757) 654-2286

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Online Therapists

Is online therapy as effective as in-person?

Numerous studies suggest that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. However, further research is needed to determine if online therapy provides the same benefits across all client populations. Individuals with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, or those who may benefit from in-person check-ins, like those with eating disorders, may not experience the same level of benefit from online therapy. Nonetheless, the success of online therapy, much like in-person therapy, often hinges on the quality of the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client rather than the specific modality of therapy used.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of therapy conducted online?

One of the main advantages of online therapy is its convenience for both clients and therapists. It also allows clients who require specialized therapy to access a wider range of professionals than they could with only in-person sessions. Additionally, online therapy may be a more affordable option in some cases and often offers the same insurance benefits as in-person therapy. However, online therapy may not be suitable for everyone, especially those who value face-to-face interaction with a therapist. Therapists may find it more challenging to assess clients accurately in an online setting due to reduced nonverbal cues on camera. There is also the increased risk that disruptions caused by external factors, such as technology malfunctions, can hinder the therapy session. For these reasons, many therapists offer a "hybrid" therapeutic approach, alternating between seeing clients in-person and online.

Is online therapy suitable for children and adolescents?

Just like with adults, the accessibility and convenience of online therapy can greatly benefit children and adolescents. In fact, children and adolescents may be more accustomed to navigating online platforms than older adults, making online sessions feel more natural for them. Teens might also be interested in using additional online tools, such as therapist-recommended apps, as an adjunct to online therapy sessions. Apps for developing CBT skills, practicing mindfulness exercises, or tracking thoughts and moods can be helpful for teens receiving therapy. However, it's important to note that not all therapeutic modalities are well-suited to online therapy, especially those used with younger children. For example, play therapy, which helps younger children express their emotions, often requires in-person sessions to be fully effective.

Can I receive prescriptions and medication management with online therapy?

The ability for psychiatrists to prescribe medications through online therapy varies based on the medication and the states where the medical professional and client are located. While many prescribing regulations were relaxed during the COVID-19 pandemic, some states still enforce rules, especially concerning controlled substances, which may mandate an in-person visit before prescribing. Generally, however, medical professionals can prescribe non-controlled substances through online therapy sessions just as they do during in-person sessions.