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500 North Washington Street Suite 106 Alexandria, VA 22314
Do you feel overwhelmed, stuck in your thoughts, or constantly second-guessing yourself even when everything looks “fine” on the outside? You may be dealing with anxiety, overthinking, or pressure from school, relationships, or life transitions and feel unsure how to move forward. I specialize in working with teens and young adults who are experiencing anxiety, stress, and self-doubt. Many of my clients are high-achieving but feel overwhelmed internally and are looking for support that is practical, relatable, and focused on real-life change.
At Alive, we take a holistic and collaborative approach to therapy helping you feel more confident expressing who you are while building skills to manage anxiety and stress. I bring experience working with individuals in high-stress environments, including foster care and transitional settings, which allows me to support clients with deeper emotional needs.
Together, we’ll focus on helping you reduce overthinking, improve confidence, and feel more in control of your daily life. If you’re ready to feel less overwhelmed and more confident, reach out today. If my schedule is limited, I’ll help connect you with a trusted clinician on our team who is the best fit for your needs so you can begin support right away.
Take the first step to help. Call or Lauren E Buzzella now - (571) 604-5805

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

500 North Washington Street

Suite 106

Alexandria, VA 22314 map

(571) 604-5805
My website
I offer both in-person and virtual sessions in Virginia, Maryland DC working Mon-Friday from 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM and Saturday 10am to 2 pm
I specialize in Anxiety, Self Esteem and Depression 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (571) 604-5805
Photo of Lauren E Buzzella, Resident in Counseling, MA, RIC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

500 North Washington Street

Suite 106

Alexandria, VA 22314 map

(571) 604-5805
My website
I offer both in-person and virtual sessions in Virginia, Maryland DC working Mon-Friday from 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM and Saturday 10am to 2 pm
I specialize in Anxiety, Self Esteem and Depression 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $175

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Anthem HealthKeepers
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • CareFirst
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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All financial matters are handled by the practice, and billing is verified prior to each session to ensure a smooth and transparent experience.
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Lauren E Buzzella
Resident in Counseling, MA, RIC
or call with questions - (571) 604-5805
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All financial matters are handled by the practice, and billing is verified prior to each session to ensure a smooth and transparent experience.
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Lauren E Buzzella
Resident in Counseling, MA, RIC
or call with questions - (571) 604-5805

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of Virginia / 0704017081 Supervised by Janell Johnson (Virginia / 0701007105) Lauren E Buzzella
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Liberty University
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I specialize in supporting teens and young adults experiencing anxiety, overthinking, and self-doubt. I bring experience working in high-stress and transitional environments, helping clients build confidence, manage stress, and navigate life changes with practical tools.
Photo of Lauren E Buzzella, Resident in Counseling, MA, RIC
Lauren E Buzzella
Resident in Counseling, MA, RIC
or call with questions - (571) 604-5805
"
I specialize in supporting teens and young adults experiencing anxiety, overthinking, and self-doubt. I bring experience working in high-stress and transitional environments, helping clients build confidence, manage stress, and navigate life changes with practical tools.
Photo of Lauren E Buzzella, Resident in Counseling, MA, RIC
Lauren E Buzzella
Resident in Counseling, MA, RIC
or call with questions - (571) 604-5805

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Self Esteem
  • Depression

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Autism
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Child
  • Coping Skills
  • Life Transitions
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
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These are the main issues I can help you with, including anxiety, overthinking, self-doubt, and life transitions. A typical treatment plan may involve building coping skills, improving self-confidence, and learning how to manage stress so you feel more calm, clear, and in control.
Photo of Lauren E Buzzella, Resident in Counseling, MA, RIC
Lauren E Buzzella
Resident in Counseling, MA, RIC
or call with questions - (571) 604-5805
"
These are the main issues I can help you with, including anxiety, overthinking, self-doubt, and life transitions. A typical treatment plan may involve building coping skills, improving self-confidence, and learning how to manage stress so you feel more calm, clear, and in control.
Photo of Lauren E Buzzella, Resident in Counseling, MA, RIC
Lauren E Buzzella
Resident in Counseling, MA, RIC
or call with questions - (571) 604-5805


Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Religion

Christian

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Adlerian
  • Christian Counseling
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative
  • Play Therapy
  • Positive psychology
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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These are the treatment types I use, including CBT, ACT, and solution-focused approaches. Sessions are supportive, practical, and focused on helping you reduce anxiety, manage overthinking, and build confidence in real-life situations.
Photo of Lauren E Buzzella, Resident in Counseling, MA, RIC
Lauren E Buzzella
Resident in Counseling, MA, RIC
or call with questions - (571) 604-5805
"
These are the treatment types I use, including CBT, ACT, and solution-focused approaches. Sessions are supportive, practical, and focused on helping you reduce anxiety, manage overthinking, and build confidence in real-life situations.
Photo of Lauren E Buzzella, Resident in Counseling, MA, RIC
Lauren E Buzzella
Resident in Counseling, MA, RIC
or call with questions - (571) 604-5805

Location

Primary Location

500 North Washington Street

Suite 106

Alexandria, VA 22314

(571) 604-5805
"
I offer both in-person and virtual sessions in Virginia, Maryland DC working Mon-Friday from 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM and Saturday 10am to 2 pm
Photo of Lauren E Buzzella, Resident in Counseling, MA, RIC
Lauren E Buzzella
Resident in Counseling, MA, RIC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (571) 604-5805
"
I offer both in-person and virtual sessions in Virginia, Maryland DC working Mon-Friday from 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM and Saturday 10am to 2 pm
Photo of Lauren E Buzzella, Resident in Counseling, MA, RIC
Lauren E Buzzella
Resident in Counseling, MA, RIC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (571) 604-5805