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Virginia residents can connect with 3,208 vetted mental health providers through Headway's platform. Whether you're in Richmond, Arlington, or anywhere in between, receive compassionate care with sessions starting as soon as tomorrow.

Lena Baker-Scott

Lena Baker-Scott

Therapist

Virtual • Hampton, VA


“It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Olivia Cruz

Olivia Cruz

Therapist

Virtual • Midlothian, VA


“I view my therapeutic role as a collaborator; you bring your expertise on your life, and I bring my knowledge and education on mental health.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Nicole Jonas

Nicole Jonas

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“What I offer is an opportunity to process through life's difficulties with someone who truly cares about your well-being.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Tavenia Williams

Tavenia Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My primary focus is helping clients stabilize emotionally and mentally — so you feel more anchored, regulated, and clear.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kathryn Beirne

Kathryn Beirne

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Centreville, VA


“My goal is to help clients navigate their unique challenges and life transitions by empowering them to recognize and utilize their own strengths, values, and insights.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Lea Theodore

Dr. Lea Theodore

Psychologist

Virtual • Virginia


“I am passionate about working collaboratively with clients and families, to help them achieve their goals, and maximize their overall quality of life.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Jo Betyak-Eisler

Mary Jo Betyak-Eisler

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I mostly use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and solution focused techniques to help problem solve and navigate challenging life situations.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Natasha Caravati

Natasha Caravati

Therapist

Virtual • Glen Allen, VA


“I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with vast experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Brittany Elledge

Brittany Elledge

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


I’m a licensed therapist who believes therapy should feel supportive, collaborative, and real. I work with adults navigating anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, life transitions, and self-esteem issues, with a focus on helping you feel more grounded and confident in your day-to-day life. My approach is practical and compassionate—I help you understand patterns, build coping skills, and make changes that fit your life. Most importantly, I aim to create a space where you feel safe, heard, and never judged.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Rebecca Faulkner

Rebecca Faulkner

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My philosophy is the causal is clinical. Most of our sessions will be casual and warm, holding a theraputic space for each individual client experience.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Panic disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sheri Truax

Sheri Truax

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chesapeake, VA


I believe that we are all a work in progress, including myself. I want therapy to feel safe, productive and supportive.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Nazak Hosseini

Dr. Nazak Hosseini

Therapist

Virtual • Sterling, VA


“In our sessions, you can expect practical tools you can use right away, deeper insight into your own patterns, and a genuine sense of being understood.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Gretchen Mullin

Gretchen Mullin

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I work with clients to help reduce symptoms that impact functioning in a timely fashion to help folks live the lives they want to live.”
Anxiety, Family issues, Maternal mental health, OCD, Relationship issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Courtney Sonntag

Courtney Sonntag

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I also enjoy using humor and active listening to best understand where you are and what you would like to work on.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Amanda Weissman

Amanda Weissman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Alexandria, VA


“I specialize in high conflict couples experiencing communication and trust issues, emotional disconnection, and conflict patterns that repeat over time.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Brooke Tuggle

Brooke Tuggle

Therapist

Virtual • Chesapeake, VA


“My approach to therapy consists of a variety of evidence-based practices and to provide individualized care in a supportive and judgement free environment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Mary Catherine Jessee

Mary Catherine Jessee

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I use mindfulness and principles from secular Buddhism to help you "let go" and develop inner peace.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Panic disorders
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Felicia Prescott

Felicia Prescott

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe that we can all be the best version of ourselves, regardless of age, through conscious and mindful effort.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Stress management
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Danielle Winfield

Danielle Winfield

Therapist

Virtual • Richmond, VA


“In my sessions, I strive to create a supportive, empathetic, and non-judgmental environment where clients feel safe and understood.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Carla Batenga

Carla Batenga

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe that life is a continuous journey of growth and learning. Without taking the time to pause and reflect, we risk missing valuable opportunities for personal development.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Patricia Jones

Dr. Patricia Jones

Psychologist

Virtual • Virginia


“Dr. Jones works with clients to help them recognize how their negative thoughts are influential in producing negative emotions, which in turn, influences a negative pattern of behavior.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Elizabeth Polinsky

Dr. Elizabeth Polinsky

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fairfax, VA


“I've spent more than 10 years helping adults navigate anxiety, trauma, burnout, grief, life transitions, relationship concerns, and self-criticism.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Panic disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Karmaria Negron

Karmaria Negron

Therapist

Virtual • Fredericksburg, VA


“I enjoy working with people who are striving to rise from a place of brokenness; those who need help seeing their innate value and worth.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. April Sanders

Dr. April Sanders

Psychologist

Virtual • Virginia


“In our sessions, I will utilize a variety of therapeutic techniques, including cognitive behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, reality therapy, and solution-focused therapy.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Margaret Kei

Margaret Kei

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Margaret is a Trauma-Informed Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a board approved supervisor for clinical supervision in Virginia.

She has experience in providing therapy to individuals (children, adolescents, and adults) and families in a variety of settings to include inpatient hospitalization, inpatient residential facilities and group homes, as well as out-patient and telehealth services since 2013.

She is passionate about assisting clients become the best version of themselves.

Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Bura

Emily Bura

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia Beach, VA


“Collaborate with clients to really focus in on self acceptance and working towards more adaptive attitudes and behaviors.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Virginia Larsen

Dr. Virginia Larsen

Psychologist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach is collaborative, evidence-based, and tailored to each client's unique strengths and goals, creating a supportive environment where they can build confidence and develop practical skills for lasting change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues, OCD
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Tiffany Sutton

Dr. Tiffany Sutton

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Hi! My name is Dr. Tiffany Sutton, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience. When life presents us with difficult situations, it is possible to experience feelings of anxiety, depression, or a lack of direction, which makes it difficult to know what to do. To become a happier and healthier version of yourself, I will guide you with compassion and honesty as we work through issues. It will be a pleasure to walk with you on this healing journey.

Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Phillip Smith

Phillip Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Richmond, VA


“Phillip provides therapy using a mixture of cognitive behavioral therapy, emotion-focused therapy, solution-focused therapy, structural family therapy, and Christian-based counseling, as needed.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bree Normandin

Bree Normandin

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Therapy with me is practical and collaborative, focused on understanding how your mind works, reducing overwhelm, and building strategies that are sustainable.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Lawrence Flynn

Lawrence Flynn

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I will specially tailor our interactions, dialog, and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs and goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Holly Duncan

Holly Duncan

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My goal is not just symptom relief, but meaningful, lasting change; supporting clients in reconnecting with themselves...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Keyanna Evans

Keyanna Evans

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Her mission? Destigmatize mental health for BIPOC by creating a real, unfiltered, humorous, and healing space that fosters resilience.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Brandy Rucker, MA, Lpc

Brandy Rucker, MA, Lpc

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My practice integrates several modalities to treat anxiety, depression, attachment and trauma to include EMDR, DBT, ACT and Christian counseling.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lori Calico

Lori Calico

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I have walked the walk and personally tried every modality I offer my clients to heal from the life threatening trauma I had at birth...”
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Trauma
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Cynthia Henderson Porter

Dr. Cynthia Henderson Porter

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Dr. Cynthia Henderson Porter has worked in human services since 1991. She graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University, earning a Bachelor of Social Work Degree in 1994, a Master of Social Work Degree in 1996, a Post-Master’s Certificate in Education in 2003, and a Doctorate in Education, Community Care and Counseling (Traumatology Specialization) in 2025.

Dr. Henderson Porter has provided counseling services for children, teens, college students, adults, and families as a private practitioner/Psychotherapist, as well as through various community agencies, including Child Guidance Clinic(s), Christian Organizations, Public Schools, Public Health Departments, and the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services. Dr. Henderson Porter has also provided mediation, conflict resolution, and group conferencing services to resolve problems among family members, colleagues, and friends. Additionally, Dr. Henderson Porter has experience as a Program Manager and an Adjunct Professor.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Dr. Henderson Porter offers counseling services to children, teens, and adults who are struggling with various issues and concerns, include challenges with attention, hyperactivity/impulsivity, depression, anxiety, grief, coping, anger, stress, crisis, trauma, work, addiction, and relationships.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Julius Smith

Julius Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I have a person-centered approach that utilizes solution-focused and cognitive behavioral therapy modalities.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Nicole Thompson

Nicole Thompson

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach blends practical strategies with deeper self-exploration, using tools from CBT, mindfulness, and psychodynamic therapy.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Kendra Griffin

Dr. Kendra Griffin

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My therapeutic approach is rooted in empathy, respect, and a genuine desire to help you find clarity, resilience, and positive change in your life.”
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Trauma
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Qiana Paynter

Qiana Paynter

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“It takes courage to seek help with taking the first steps towards change and pursuing a more fulfilling and happier life.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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About our therapists serving Virginia

Number of therapists serving Virginia
There are over 3,173 therapists in Virginia accepting new patients.
3,173+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 97%Anxiety
  • 93%Depression
  • 88%Stress management
  • 77%Relationship issues
  • 77%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 85%Cigna
  • 83%Carelon Behavioral Health
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 6%Spanish
  • 1%French
How they see their clients
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  • 91%Online only
  • 9%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 83%Woman
  • 16%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 43%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 41%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 7%Nurse Practitioner
  • 5%Psychologist
  • 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 33%Family therapy
  • 22%Couples therapy
  • 13%Child or adolescent therapy

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Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing an Anxiety Therapist in Virginia

Searching for therapists in Virginia starts with finding the right clinical fit for your needs. Virginia has a wide mix of therapists across urban, suburban, and rural areas, so available options can vary by location. You may want support for anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, trauma, or life transitions. As you compare Virginia therapists, look for training, listed specialties, and therapy approaches that match what you want to focus on. A therapist’s bio can help you understand their style, experience, and what sessions may look like.

Practical fit matters, too. Whether you are looking for therapy in Virginia Beach, Richmond, Northern Virginia, or a smaller community, consider whether in-person or virtual care works better for your schedule. Some people prefer meeting in an office, while others prefer the flexibility of virtual sessions from home. You can also narrow your search by appointment availability, whether a therapist offers a free phone consultation, and whether they are accepting new patients. Reading profiles before booking can help you compare communication style, specialties, and scheduling options in one place.

The cost of mental health care in Virginia varies, and using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you find therapists who take your insurance, see estimated out-of-pocket costs before you book, and choose from appointments that fit your schedule. Nationally, Headway works with over 100 insurance plans. You can browse therapists in Virginia, review bios, check availability, and book directly when you are ready.

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