Therapists in Alexandria, VA
At times, we all struggle with the inevitable trials of being human. You may be a parent or partner in a significant relationship struggling with connection, and in need of both practical and emotional support. At times, feelings of anxiety, apathy, and depression arise, and feelings of disconnection and loneliness can take hold. For others, we may be at a crossroads in our life, brought about by divorce, relocation, caregiving for a loved one, or a desire to have a bigger impact in our communities and the world. We may be asking ourselves BIG questions, “what’s next”, “what should I do”, and “what do I want from life”.
At times, we all struggle with the inevitable trials of being human. You may be a parent or partner in a significant relationship struggling with connection, and in need of both practical and emotional support. At times, feelings of anxiety, apathy, and depression arise, and feelings of disconnection and loneliness can take hold. For others, we may be at a crossroads in our life, brought about by divorce, relocation, caregiving for a loved one, or a desire to have a bigger impact in our communities and the world. We may be asking ourselves BIG questions, “what’s next”, “what should I do”, and “what do I want from life”.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been at my current Old Town location for over 10 years. I have helped many people in my 20+ years. Much of my practice is dedicated to working with individuals and couples who are dealing with transitions and life changing issues. I have a positive approach to treatment that will help people gain insightful understanding of themselves using solution-focused and cognitive behavioral therapies. Together we will set treatment goals that will help heal emotional wounds that we often carried from family of origin and create havoc in our lives today.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been at my current Old Town location for over 10 years. I have helped many people in my 20+ years. Much of my practice is dedicated to working with individuals and couples who are dealing with transitions and life changing issues. I have a positive approach to treatment that will help people gain insightful understanding of themselves using solution-focused and cognitive behavioral therapies. Together we will set treatment goals that will help heal emotional wounds that we often carried from family of origin and create havoc in our lives today.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, who enjoys working with individuals ages 7+. Assessment and therapy can be useful ways to better understand one's strengths/challenges at each developmental stage. Students today can face an array of struggles from lack of motivation to anxiety/perfectionism. School-age children may encounter difficulties with learning and self-regulation in the classroom. Adolescents are figuring out who they are, while navigating the ever-present world of social media in a safe, healthy way. Adults typically strive to function at their best in numerous realms, often feeling unsuccessful or overwhelmed.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, who enjoys working with individuals ages 7+. Assessment and therapy can be useful ways to better understand one's strengths/challenges at each developmental stage. Students today can face an array of struggles from lack of motivation to anxiety/perfectionism. School-age children may encounter difficulties with learning and self-regulation in the classroom. Adolescents are figuring out who they are, while navigating the ever-present world of social media in a safe, healthy way. Adults typically strive to function at their best in numerous realms, often feeling unsuccessful or overwhelmed.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC) based in Virginia. I truly care for all of my clients and work diligently to help them find the answers they seek. My approach to therapy is collaborative and eclectic. I believe that each person is unique, and therefore, therapy should be tailored to meet your specific needs.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC) based in Virginia. I truly care for all of my clients and work diligently to help them find the answers they seek. My approach to therapy is collaborative and eclectic. I believe that each person is unique, and therefore, therapy should be tailored to meet your specific needs.
I am offering telehealth services only. The purpose of therapy, as opposed to just talking with a friend or family member, is to facilitate personal and professional growth. This growth is typically most needed in the areas of relationships, mood, performance and an overall improved integration of one's identity and values. In order to make growth possible, one must feel safe in an objective, confidential environment. My primary goal is to offer a safe and supportive place for change. Throughout the entire process, I will encourage, guide, challenge and support you in making the changes you deem to be right for you.
I am offering telehealth services only. The purpose of therapy, as opposed to just talking with a friend or family member, is to facilitate personal and professional growth. This growth is typically most needed in the areas of relationships, mood, performance and an overall improved integration of one's identity and values. In order to make growth possible, one must feel safe in an objective, confidential environment. My primary goal is to offer a safe and supportive place for change. Throughout the entire process, I will encourage, guide, challenge and support you in making the changes you deem to be right for you.
I am a clinical psychologist in private practice formerly (pre-covid) in Old Town, Alexandria, VA; all sessions are now via secure telehealth. I provide consultation and supervision to other mental health professionals; and I consult to healthcare facilities. I have taught courses in trauma therapy, family therapy, and substance abuse counseling to graduate students in psychology and counseling. Although I specialize in helping people with issues of trauma, substance use, and relationship, people bring a wide range of concerns from personal growth to serious mental illness. I help people understand and change their life stories.
I am a clinical psychologist in private practice formerly (pre-covid) in Old Town, Alexandria, VA; all sessions are now via secure telehealth. I provide consultation and supervision to other mental health professionals; and I consult to healthcare facilities. I have taught courses in trauma therapy, family therapy, and substance abuse counseling to graduate students in psychology and counseling. Although I specialize in helping people with issues of trauma, substance use, and relationship, people bring a wide range of concerns from personal growth to serious mental illness. I help people understand and change their life stories.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with 25 years in the counseling profession. I completed both my undergraduate and graduate studies at Virginia Commonwealth University and have lived in and around Richmond for most of my life. What seems like just yesterday I embarked on a brand new career. Somehow just yesterday became decades filled with exciting clinical and administrative experiences. From foster care to outpatient administration and franchise ownership the years have offered incredibly rich opportunities to gain an understanding of what clients want and expect from outpatient therapy.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with 25 years in the counseling profession. I completed both my undergraduate and graduate studies at Virginia Commonwealth University and have lived in and around Richmond for most of my life. What seems like just yesterday I embarked on a brand new career. Somehow just yesterday became decades filled with exciting clinical and administrative experiences. From foster care to outpatient administration and franchise ownership the years have offered incredibly rich opportunities to gain an understanding of what clients want and expect from outpatient therapy.
I strive to help individuals examine and remove the challenges that are causing them difficulties in their day-to-day lives and relationships. Current challenges may be due to earlier experiences that are continuing to contribute to unhelpful patterns of interactions and reactions. I primarily use a cognitive-behavioral approach to help clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, and other “stuck” negative thoughts and feelings; I see therapy as a collaborative process for gaining tools and moving forward toward more positive experiences.
I strive to help individuals examine and remove the challenges that are causing them difficulties in their day-to-day lives and relationships. Current challenges may be due to earlier experiences that are continuing to contribute to unhelpful patterns of interactions and reactions. I primarily use a cognitive-behavioral approach to help clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, and other “stuck” negative thoughts and feelings; I see therapy as a collaborative process for gaining tools and moving forward toward more positive experiences.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. On an ongoing basis, I collaborate with other Professional Counselors for educational and professional growth purposes; at which time, cases may be presented confidentially in order to allow your therapist to provide the best services.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. On an ongoing basis, I collaborate with other Professional Counselors for educational and professional growth purposes; at which time, cases may be presented confidentially in order to allow your therapist to provide the best services.
If it feels challenging to find a therapist who gets it, I specialize in helping high EQ adults, kids, and couples move to their next level of thriving. My areas of focus include: anxiety, couples counseling, ADHD, OCD, addiction, and trauma. I help you tap into your innate wisdom so that you can create goals and begin to consider your legacy, using your gifts to better your community. Many clients I work with were told they were "too sensitive" as a child. They might struggle with overthinking or burnout. I guide you in reconnecting with younger parts of yourself and shift unhelpful core beliefs. I am licensed in VA, DC, and MD.
If it feels challenging to find a therapist who gets it, I specialize in helping high EQ adults, kids, and couples move to their next level of thriving. My areas of focus include: anxiety, couples counseling, ADHD, OCD, addiction, and trauma. I help you tap into your innate wisdom so that you can create goals and begin to consider your legacy, using your gifts to better your community. Many clients I work with were told they were "too sensitive" as a child. They might struggle with overthinking or burnout. I guide you in reconnecting with younger parts of yourself and shift unhelpful core beliefs. I am licensed in VA, DC, and MD.
Are you missing out on things that are important to you because of anxiety or depression? Has a major life change left you feeling the need to spend more time aligning with your values, but you don’t know where to start? I work collaboratively with clients to figure out how to remove obstacles to living your best life. I enjoy teaching clients skills that have lasting effects and fit seamlessly into your day-to-day life. My training includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Habit Reversal Training, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Are you missing out on things that are important to you because of anxiety or depression? Has a major life change left you feeling the need to spend more time aligning with your values, but you don’t know where to start? I work collaboratively with clients to figure out how to remove obstacles to living your best life. I enjoy teaching clients skills that have lasting effects and fit seamlessly into your day-to-day life. My training includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Habit Reversal Training, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
My name is Shaena Wiggins and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Hampton Roads, Virginia and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in anxiety, depression, stress, and weight-related concerns to include bariatric surgery patients, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
My name is Shaena Wiggins and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Hampton Roads, Virginia and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in anxiety, depression, stress, and weight-related concerns to include bariatric surgery patients, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
People enter into a counseling relationship when nothing else seems to be working. Although most people soon make comments such as, “(Counseling) was a lot better than I thought it would be”, few people seek counseling as a first option. More often we seek out techniques that either help us to temporarily avoid (e.g., media, social networking) our anxiety, or we seek temporary shots of pleasure (e.g., alcohol, food, pornography) that make us feel good for a short time. Soon enough we realize that all of these things leave us feeling more hollow and lonely, and that is when we start thinking about counseling.
People enter into a counseling relationship when nothing else seems to be working. Although most people soon make comments such as, “(Counseling) was a lot better than I thought it would be”, few people seek counseling as a first option. More often we seek out techniques that either help us to temporarily avoid (e.g., media, social networking) our anxiety, or we seek temporary shots of pleasure (e.g., alcohol, food, pornography) that make us feel good for a short time. Soon enough we realize that all of these things leave us feeling more hollow and lonely, and that is when we start thinking about counseling.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) serving clients throughout Virginia. I have worked in multiple areas of behavioral health and health care in the Richmond area for over twenty-five years. I work with adult clients in individual therapy and couples therapy. I work with adult clients, individually and in couples therapy.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) serving clients throughout Virginia. I have worked in multiple areas of behavioral health and health care in the Richmond area for over twenty-five years. I work with adult clients in individual therapy and couples therapy. I work with adult clients, individually and in couples therapy.
Marianna J Patente
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-VA, LCPC-MD, MEd
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
Are you struggling with communication and/ or intimacy in your relationship with your partner? Are there issues from your past which you find it hard to move beyond? Do you find it difficult to like and/or accept yourself? Or do you feel sad or worried a lot of the time? If you answered yes to any of these questions, perhaps I can help. I have 25 years of experience in private practice working with these types of issues, helping couples and individuals move forward and feel more fulfilled in their lives.
Are you struggling with communication and/ or intimacy in your relationship with your partner? Are there issues from your past which you find it hard to move beyond? Do you find it difficult to like and/or accept yourself? Or do you feel sad or worried a lot of the time? If you answered yes to any of these questions, perhaps I can help. I have 25 years of experience in private practice working with these types of issues, helping couples and individuals move forward and feel more fulfilled in their lives.
Are you wanting someone to speak with about the struggles you’ve been facing? I believe that one of the most important components to therapy is the client-counselor relationship. I aim to foster trusting relationships with all my clients so that they feel comfortable, safe, and supported in sharing any and all aspects of life. I have experience working with individuals struggling with eating disorders, anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, and interpersonal relationship issues. In working with my clients I utilize a Health at Every Size (HAES) approach and employ All Foods Fit and Intuitive Eating philosophies.
Are you wanting someone to speak with about the struggles you’ve been facing? I believe that one of the most important components to therapy is the client-counselor relationship. I aim to foster trusting relationships with all my clients so that they feel comfortable, safe, and supported in sharing any and all aspects of life. I have experience working with individuals struggling with eating disorders, anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, and interpersonal relationship issues. In working with my clients I utilize a Health at Every Size (HAES) approach and employ All Foods Fit and Intuitive Eating philosophies.
I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor for over 20 years. In that time I have worked with men, women, teens, and families on a wide variety of issues. Sometimes that work simply involved helping them through a particular incident or life change that overwhelmed them. Other times our work together centered around longstanding issues of depression, anxiety, trauma, and addiction. With years of both institutional and outpatient experience, I enjoy helping people move from a place they can no longer tolerate to a place where they feel more happy and effective. I also provide clinical supervision for LPC residents.
I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor for over 20 years. In that time I have worked with men, women, teens, and families on a wide variety of issues. Sometimes that work simply involved helping them through a particular incident or life change that overwhelmed them. Other times our work together centered around longstanding issues of depression, anxiety, trauma, and addiction. With years of both institutional and outpatient experience, I enjoy helping people move from a place they can no longer tolerate to a place where they feel more happy and effective. I also provide clinical supervision for LPC residents.
The experience of grief is a universal journey that all persons will encounter at one time or another in their lives and with it can come some of the most anguishing of feelings. Walking through the wilderness of grief can be painful, and often, very lonely. But you never have to do it alone. Grief comes in waves where moment to moment feelings and emotions can shift, feeling that we are lost. Losing a loved one can leave us confused, not understood by those around us, and limited in our way of navigating ourselves and life.
The experience of grief is a universal journey that all persons will encounter at one time or another in their lives and with it can come some of the most anguishing of feelings. Walking through the wilderness of grief can be painful, and often, very lonely. But you never have to do it alone. Grief comes in waves where moment to moment feelings and emotions can shift, feeling that we are lost. Losing a loved one can leave us confused, not understood by those around us, and limited in our way of navigating ourselves and life.
At our practice, we specialize in empowering our clients to discover healthier lifestyles through integrative wellness services solutions. We provide a variety of healing modalities, including hypnotherapy, life coaching, couples coaching, Reiki energy healing, and intuitive healing. Our clients choose us because we are committed to techniques that offer fast and effective healing.
At our practice, we specialize in empowering our clients to discover healthier lifestyles through integrative wellness services solutions. We provide a variety of healing modalities, including hypnotherapy, life coaching, couples coaching, Reiki energy healing, and intuitive healing. Our clients choose us because we are committed to techniques that offer fast and effective healing.
As a certified therapist in the state of Virginia, Indiana, Colorado, West Virginia, Florida & Texas. Katherine has over 20 years experience serving military, military families, veterans, and first responders in the DoD, VA, non-profit and civilian sectors. Katherine utilizes brainspotting to treat trauma, PTSD, traumatic loss and grief.
As a certified therapist in the state of Virginia, Indiana, Colorado, West Virginia, Florida & Texas. Katherine has over 20 years experience serving military, military families, veterans, and first responders in the DoD, VA, non-profit and civilian sectors. Katherine utilizes brainspotting to treat trauma, PTSD, traumatic loss and grief.
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Number of Therapists in Alexandria, VA
2,000+
Average cost per session
$160
Therapists in Alexandria, VA who prioritize treating:
| 94% | Anxiety |
| 90% | Depression |
| 75% | Stress |
| 74% | Self Esteem |
| 70% | Relationship Issues |
| 70% | Coping Skills |
| 68% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 80% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 79% | Aetna |
| 77% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Alexandria, VA see their clients
| 55% | Online Only | |
| 45% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
| 85% | Female | |
| 14% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |