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Trisha Thornton

(she, her)
Licensed Professional Counselor

Accepts

Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oscar (Optum), Oxford (Optum), Quest Behavioral Health, and United Healthcare (Optum)

Specializes in

Anxiety, Cultural & Ethnic Issues, Depression, and PTSD

Great to meet you!

Congratulations! If you are reading this, that means that you have taken the first step. The first step is always the hardest. The good news is you do not have to do it alone...I can help! I utilize a variety of therapeutic treatment approaches to help you achieve your therapeutic goals. Whether you are in a period of adjustment or have been suffering for years; I have the experience and passion to help you.

A bit about my approach to therapy

I am experienced in ADHD, PTSD, TBI, MST, BPD, OCD, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Substance Use & Addictions. Law enforcement, First responders, Military, Veterans, Athletes, LGBTQIA+, BIPOC. Executive level clergy.

What you can expect from our first session

I specialize in trauma, & addictions. I have extensive experience in working with victims of sexual abuse, severe trauma & physical abuse. Specialized experience in foster care, adoption. Certified in premarital couples counseling. I provide a safe, non judgmental & confidential environment, where you can feel secure to open up & allow yourself to heal. I am committed to helping you to challenge yourself, your thoughts, and to go from coping, to healing. I look forward to talking to you!


Trisha's style is

Empowering
Open-minded
Warm

Insurance carriers Trisha accepts

Aetna
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
Carelon Behavioral Health
Cigna
Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Oscar
Oxford
Quest Behavioral Health
United Healthcare

More about Trisha

MA (Master of Arts) at Webster University
License type: LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) (Texas, Virginia)
Gender: Cisgender Female
Ethnicity: Caucasian and Latinx
Languages: English and Spanish
Works with: Children, Adolescents, and Adults
More specialties: Substance Use / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, Eating Disorders, OCD, Family Issues, LGBTQIA+, Stress, Anger Management, Grief, Loss, Maternal Mental Health, Relationship Issues, Women's Issues, Identity Issues, Trauma, Infertility, and Transgender Issues
Modalities: Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Motivational Interviewing, Trauma Focused CBT, Positive Psychology, Behavior Modification, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Locations

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2000 Duke Street STE 300
Alexandria, VA 22314