Lesbian Therapists in Ashburn, VA
I am now accepting new clients in VA & MD.
Hello! Something I have learned as a clinician is that the most important part of therapy is the rapport we have with the individuals we work with. Each person has their own challenges in life, and sometimes we need a little help along the way. I am here to help you along your journey to being the best version of yourself and work through some of the life experiences that you may have a hard time navigating. You don't have to do this alone. Together, we will work to get through these hard times and accomplish your personal goals.
I am now accepting new clients in VA & MD.
Hello! Something I have learned as a clinician is that the most important part of therapy is the rapport we have with the individuals we work with. Each person has their own challenges in life, and sometimes we need a little help along the way. I am here to help you along your journey to being the best version of yourself and work through some of the life experiences that you may have a hard time navigating. You don't have to do this alone. Together, we will work to get through these hard times and accomplish your personal goals.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, trauma, or identity-related stress? Maybe you're navigating life and want a space where you feel seen, understood, and safe. You might be struggling with emotional regulation, low self-esteem, or unhelpful coping strategies, and you're ready for real change. I specialize in therapy for adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, identity-related issues, life transition adjustment, and LGBTQ+ challenges.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, trauma, or identity-related stress? Maybe you're navigating life and want a space where you feel seen, understood, and safe. You might be struggling with emotional regulation, low self-esteem, or unhelpful coping strategies, and you're ready for real change. I specialize in therapy for adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, identity-related issues, life transition adjustment, and LGBTQ+ challenges.
Hi, I’m Kelly Singleton, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 17 years of experience. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward. Some are navigating the complexities of neurodiversity or anxiety; others are juggling relationships, work, or major life changes. My goal is to help you reconnect with yourself and make changes in a way that feels real and sustainable. You don’t need to have everything figured out- just a willingness to show up and explore what’s possible together!
Hi, I’m Kelly Singleton, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 17 years of experience. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward. Some are navigating the complexities of neurodiversity or anxiety; others are juggling relationships, work, or major life changes. My goal is to help you reconnect with yourself and make changes in a way that feels real and sustainable. You don’t need to have everything figured out- just a willingness to show up and explore what’s possible together!
I’m really glad you’ve taken this step toward support and healing. I work with adolescents and adults navigating focus, organization, and follow-through challenges, along with life transitions, stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and relationship concerns. If you’re feeling overwhelmed or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, you don’t have to face it alone. My goal is for each session to leave you feeling heard, supported, and equipped with tools you can use in your daily life.
I’m really glad you’ve taken this step toward support and healing. I work with adolescents and adults navigating focus, organization, and follow-through challenges, along with life transitions, stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and relationship concerns. If you’re feeling overwhelmed or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, you don’t have to face it alone. My goal is for each session to leave you feeling heard, supported, and equipped with tools you can use in your daily life.
You want a strong connected mother-daughter relationship but it seems like there is just too much history and hurt to work through. Some days you hardly recognize the person you used to feel so close to. But you’re ready to make a change - this relationship is too important and deserves mindful repair. I want to help you get there.
You want a strong connected mother-daughter relationship but it seems like there is just too much history and hurt to work through. Some days you hardly recognize the person you used to feel so close to. But you’re ready to make a change - this relationship is too important and deserves mindful repair. I want to help you get there.
Do you find yourself reaching out for support about the same things, over and over? Frustrated with the same people, the same dynamics, the same outcomes – and not sure why nothing ever shifts? Maybe you're craving some relief, some quiet, some peace, but it always feels just out of reach. Maybe you're not even sure what you need, only that what you're doing isn't working. If any of this sounds familiar, you're not alone – and there are real reasons why you keep ending up in the same place.
Do you find yourself reaching out for support about the same things, over and over? Frustrated with the same people, the same dynamics, the same outcomes – and not sure why nothing ever shifts? Maybe you're craving some relief, some quiet, some peace, but it always feels just out of reach. Maybe you're not even sure what you need, only that what you're doing isn't working. If any of this sounds familiar, you're not alone – and there are real reasons why you keep ending up in the same place.
Hi, I’m Nikki, and I work with those who feel anxious, depressed, or stuck in unhealthy patterns, including those navigating major life transitions such as divorce, career shifts, changes in parenting, or life changes for teens like promotion to a new grade, transitioning to a new school, or starting college. I have specific experience supporting individuals dealing with grief, trauma, mood and anxiety disorders, and complex relationship boundaries. I am also dedicated to supporting individuals with special needs by identifying and building on their strengths to foster lasting resilience.
Hi, I’m Nikki, and I work with those who feel anxious, depressed, or stuck in unhealthy patterns, including those navigating major life transitions such as divorce, career shifts, changes in parenting, or life changes for teens like promotion to a new grade, transitioning to a new school, or starting college. I have specific experience supporting individuals dealing with grief, trauma, mood and anxiety disorders, and complex relationship boundaries. I am also dedicated to supporting individuals with special needs by identifying and building on their strengths to foster lasting resilience.
I have a particular interest in working with individuals and couples struggling with recurring patterns of infidelity, emotional disengagement, and chronic dissatisfaction in relationships. My work is centered on helping individuals and couples understand and change relational patterns that seem to repeat across generations. Many of the people I work with find themselves recreating aspects of their parents' relationships—or the broader dynamics of their family of origin—in their own intimate partnerships, often despite a conscious desire to do something different.
I have a particular interest in working with individuals and couples struggling with recurring patterns of infidelity, emotional disengagement, and chronic dissatisfaction in relationships. My work is centered on helping individuals and couples understand and change relational patterns that seem to repeat across generations. Many of the people I work with find themselves recreating aspects of their parents' relationships—or the broader dynamics of their family of origin—in their own intimate partnerships, often despite a conscious desire to do something different.
I'll help you build skills you can use outside of session—how to pause before reacting in an argument, set boundaries without feeling consumed by guilt, tolerate uncomfortable emotions without shutting down or escaping them, challenge the inner critic, communicate your needs more clearly, and become less driven by fear and more guided by your values. Maybe you're constantly waiting for the other shoe to drop, struggle to quiet your mind, or feel disconnected from the person you used to be after a loss, trauma, chronic illness, or major life change. Together, we explore the "why" behind these patterns.
I'll help you build skills you can use outside of session—how to pause before reacting in an argument, set boundaries without feeling consumed by guilt, tolerate uncomfortable emotions without shutting down or escaping them, challenge the inner critic, communicate your needs more clearly, and become less driven by fear and more guided by your values. Maybe you're constantly waiting for the other shoe to drop, struggle to quiet your mind, or feel disconnected from the person you used to be after a loss, trauma, chronic illness, or major life change. Together, we explore the "why" behind these patterns.
My ideal clients are couples, perinatal or postpartum mothers and individuals: Are you feeling like it is too hard to communicate effectively in your relationship? Are you overwhelmed by anxiety or depression while navigating the challenges of pregnancy or postpartum? Are your family dynamics challenging? I provide compassionate, research-informed therapy to help you find clarity, healing, and meaningful change to help you reach your relationship and personal goals.
My ideal clients are couples, perinatal or postpartum mothers and individuals: Are you feeling like it is too hard to communicate effectively in your relationship? Are you overwhelmed by anxiety or depression while navigating the challenges of pregnancy or postpartum? Are your family dynamics challenging? I provide compassionate, research-informed therapy to help you find clarity, healing, and meaningful change to help you reach your relationship and personal goals.
I provide a supportive, compassionate space to explore, understand and address distress and mental health disorders related to life transitions, strengthening relationships, regulating emotions, or developing greater self-compassion. Life transitions, stress, and uncertainty can feel overwhelming, especially when paired with anxiety, ADHD, or self-esteem challenges are my clinical interest. I tailor each session to meet your unique needs, drawing from approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, psychodynamic and interpersonal work, motivational interviewing, and multicultural perspectives.
I provide a supportive, compassionate space to explore, understand and address distress and mental health disorders related to life transitions, strengthening relationships, regulating emotions, or developing greater self-compassion. Life transitions, stress, and uncertainty can feel overwhelming, especially when paired with anxiety, ADHD, or self-esteem challenges are my clinical interest. I tailor each session to meet your unique needs, drawing from approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, psychodynamic and interpersonal work, motivational interviewing, and multicultural perspectives.
Maybe you're questioning a career path you used to feel sure about. Maybe a relationship ended, or shifted in a way you didn't expect. Maybe you're adjusting to a new chapter, a move, a new role, becoming a parent, or simply realizing the life you built doesn't fit the way it used to. If you're navigating any of this, you're in the right place.
With over 14 years of experience, I help adults work through anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I use a strength-based, CBT-informed approach, so you leave sessions with tools you can actually use, not just insight.
I provide telehealth across PA, TX, VA, IL, DE, and AZ.
Maybe you're questioning a career path you used to feel sure about. Maybe a relationship ended, or shifted in a way you didn't expect. Maybe you're adjusting to a new chapter, a move, a new role, becoming a parent, or simply realizing the life you built doesn't fit the way it used to. If you're navigating any of this, you're in the right place.
With over 14 years of experience, I help adults work through anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I use a strength-based, CBT-informed approach, so you leave sessions with tools you can actually use, not just insight.
I provide telehealth across PA, TX, VA, IL, DE, and AZ.
I am a bilingual counselor supporting adults as they navigate complex emotional and relational experiences rooted in family dynamics and life transitions. My work focuses on helping clients process the impact of abusive or emotionally challenging parent relationships, including experiences of bullying, neglect, abandonment, and growing up as a parentified child. I also support clients working through grief and loss, as well as ambivalence or difficulty accepting a family member’s identity. In addition to relational and developmental trauma, I work with people facing major life transitions, including relationships and relocation
I am a bilingual counselor supporting adults as they navigate complex emotional and relational experiences rooted in family dynamics and life transitions. My work focuses on helping clients process the impact of abusive or emotionally challenging parent relationships, including experiences of bullying, neglect, abandonment, and growing up as a parentified child. I also support clients working through grief and loss, as well as ambivalence or difficulty accepting a family member’s identity. In addition to relational and developmental trauma, I work with people facing major life transitions, including relationships and relocation
I work with individuals navigating chronic illness who may be struggling with grief, isolation, shame, loss of identity, changes in relationships, and the emotional impact of limitations that feel outside of their control. Whether you are newly diagnosed or have been managing a condition for many years, therapy can provide a space to process the challenges that come with adapting to ongoing changes and uncertainty. Together, we work toward building practical coping strategies, increasing emotional resilience, improving communication and boundaries, and creating a life that feels meaningful despite ongoing challenges.
I work with individuals navigating chronic illness who may be struggling with grief, isolation, shame, loss of identity, changes in relationships, and the emotional impact of limitations that feel outside of their control. Whether you are newly diagnosed or have been managing a condition for many years, therapy can provide a space to process the challenges that come with adapting to ongoing changes and uncertainty. Together, we work toward building practical coping strategies, increasing emotional resilience, improving communication and boundaries, and creating a life that feels meaningful despite ongoing challenges.
Many of my clients are kids, teens, and adults who are experiencing emotional, social, and behavioral issues due to trauma or other difficult life stressors. Many of clients are searching for clinicians who are supportive of, and knowledgable about, the LGBT+ community and polyamorous/ethical non-monogamy. Most clients, regardless of their age, are exploring their identities and getting to know themselves after experiencing major life changes.
Many of my clients are kids, teens, and adults who are experiencing emotional, social, and behavioral issues due to trauma or other difficult life stressors. Many of clients are searching for clinicians who are supportive of, and knowledgable about, the LGBT+ community and polyamorous/ethical non-monogamy. Most clients, regardless of their age, are exploring their identities and getting to know themselves after experiencing major life changes.
Free 15-Minute Intro Consultation: Counseling is a professional relationship, and it’s important that we genuinely “click” for the work to be effective. With more than 20 years of private practice experience, I take an active, modern approach to therapy—one that goes beyond traditional talk and affirmation. By the time most people reach my office, they’re ready for change, and my goal is to help you (or both of you) break free from old, unhelpful patterns and begin creating real movement in your life. Together, we’ll work not just on insight, but on lasting changes that show up where it matters most—everyday life.
Free 15-Minute Intro Consultation: Counseling is a professional relationship, and it’s important that we genuinely “click” for the work to be effective. With more than 20 years of private practice experience, I take an active, modern approach to therapy—one that goes beyond traditional talk and affirmation. By the time most people reach my office, they’re ready for change, and my goal is to help you (or both of you) break free from old, unhelpful patterns and begin creating real movement in your life. Together, we’ll work not just on insight, but on lasting changes that show up where it matters most—everyday life.
My ideal clients are the ones that are navigating life through trauma, grief and hard transitions. I specialize in trauma, and I am EMDR and Brainspotting trained, which are great modalities for healing trauma. I have personal and professional experience with the LGBTQi community and people with ADHD and autism. My goal is to empower others as they heal.
In addition, I work with clients that are struggling with depression, anxiety, body dysphoria, and suicidal ideation.
My ideal clients are the ones that are navigating life through trauma, grief and hard transitions. I specialize in trauma, and I am EMDR and Brainspotting trained, which are great modalities for healing trauma. I have personal and professional experience with the LGBTQi community and people with ADHD and autism. My goal is to empower others as they heal.
In addition, I work with clients that are struggling with depression, anxiety, body dysphoria, and suicidal ideation.
I understand how difficult it can be to move through a world that is not designed for you, or is actively against you. Navigating the complexities of your identity, emotions, experiences, and behaviors doesn’t have to be something you do without support. Whether it's LGBTQIA+ concerns, anxiety and depression, life transitions, relationship struggles, or family conflict, I am ready to walk alongside you to address your needs and help you find healing and strength. As a Resident in Counseling, I work diligently to cultivate a space that is affirming and empowering for all clients, regardless of identity, expression, or background.
I understand how difficult it can be to move through a world that is not designed for you, or is actively against you. Navigating the complexities of your identity, emotions, experiences, and behaviors doesn’t have to be something you do without support. Whether it's LGBTQIA+ concerns, anxiety and depression, life transitions, relationship struggles, or family conflict, I am ready to walk alongside you to address your needs and help you find healing and strength. As a Resident in Counseling, I work diligently to cultivate a space that is affirming and empowering for all clients, regardless of identity, expression, or background.
Now offering EMDR! As a PhD and Licensed Professional Counselor, I specialize in trauma, borderline personality disorder, relationship issues, sexuality, and addictions including pornography, and sexual addictions. I work with adults and teens to provide a safe and incredibly compassionate counseling environment to help people tell their stories. Telling our story leads to better self-awareness, empathy, and understanding of our current mindset.
Now offering EMDR! As a PhD and Licensed Professional Counselor, I specialize in trauma, borderline personality disorder, relationship issues, sexuality, and addictions including pornography, and sexual addictions. I work with adults and teens to provide a safe and incredibly compassionate counseling environment to help people tell their stories. Telling our story leads to better self-awareness, empathy, and understanding of our current mindset.
If you are experiencing stress and challenges in your life, dealing with trauma, relationship issues, anxiety, or depression, you don’t need to go through it alone. I am committed to supporting you in your journey toward healing and personal growth. I take a collaborative approach to therapy, creating a warm, non-judgmental space where we can work together to explore issues and create meaningful changes in your life by gaining insight and developing new coping strategies.
If you are experiencing stress and challenges in your life, dealing with trauma, relationship issues, anxiety, or depression, you don’t need to go through it alone. I am committed to supporting you in your journey toward healing and personal growth. I take a collaborative approach to therapy, creating a warm, non-judgmental space where we can work together to explore issues and create meaningful changes in your life by gaining insight and developing new coping strategies.
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Lesbian Therapists
What is lesbian-affirming therapy?
Lesbian-affirming therapy is a type of mental health support that fully affirms and reflects a client's lesbian identity. It is rooted in acceptance and does not attempt to change or question an individual's sexual orientation. In this type of therapy, clients work with a therapist who understands the unique experiences of lesbian women. This support is especially important, as research shows that lesbian individuals face higher rates of anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges compared to heterosexual populations. Lesbian-affirming therapy acknowledges that lesbian individuals may encounter specific stressors—such as coming out challenges, family rejection, workplace discrimination, and minority stress—that require specialized understanding and intervention. Lesbian-affirming therapists often work with clients across all age groups, from adolescents navigating their emerging identity to adults and older individuals addressing life transitions and relationship concerns. Many therapists also provide couples therapy for lesbian partners, helping them navigate relationship dynamics, communication challenges, or external stressors that may impact their relationship. It is important to note that therapists provide talk therapy and counseling services but do not prescribe medication—if medication is needed for conditions like depression or anxiety, they will coordinate care with a psychiatrist or primary care physician who can provide psychiatric medication management alongside therapeutic support.
Why should I see a lesbian therapist?
Some clients prefer to work with lesbian therapists who may bring personal lived experience to the therapeutic relationship. Choosing to work with a lesbian therapist can offer a deeper sense of connection, comfort, and shared understanding. A therapist who identifies as lesbian may require clients to give less background explanation—whether it’s about navigating romantic relationships, feeling unseen in certain spaces, or processing the impact of past relationship challenges. However, a non-lesbian therapist with strong training and a sincere commitment to LGBTQ+ affirmation can be equally effective. The most important factor is finding a therapist who respects your identity and fosters trust, safety, and understanding. However, a non-lesbian therapist with strong training and a sincere commitment to LGBTQ+ affirmation can be equally effective. The most important factor is finding a therapist who respects your identity and fosters trust, safety, and understanding. Additionally, many lesbian-affirming therapists can connect clients to other providers or community-based resources—such as bisexual support groups or LGBTQ+ organizations—that offer additional affirming spaces for connection.
How do I find a lesbian therapist?
The Psychology Today online directory is a helpful tool for finding lesbian-affirming therapists. You can use search filters to identify therapists who specialize in LGBTQ+ care and work specifically with bisexual clients. You can also filter by clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, accepted insurance, session costs, and languages spoken to find the right fit. Look for profiles where therapists explicitly mention working with lesbian clients, or where they describe their approach as identity-affirming, inclusive, or trauma-informed. Many providers will also list their own identities, which may help you find someone with shared lived experience if that is important to you. You can also look for credentials or continuing education in areas such as LGBTQ+ mental health, trauma-informed care, and intersectionality.