Find a therapist in Alexandria, VA — covered by insurance

Find a therapist in Alexandria, VA — covered by insurance

Taking the first step toward therapy is a powerful act of self-care, and I’m here to support you on your journey. I provide a nonjudgmental, holistic, and person-centered approach, helping clients develop healthy coping skills to navigate anxiety, depression, disordered eating and body image concerns, grief, trauma, relationship issues, life transitions, and maladaptive behaviors.

Do you find yourself struggling in your most intimate personal relationships? Or feel like you're constantly playing small to make everyone else around you happy?

As a licensed clinical psychologist, my primary focus is helping adults facing anxiety, depression, trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorder, substance misuse, and relational concerns. I understand that mental health challenges don’t always fit neatly into a diagnosis, and that people may struggle with multiple diagnoses. Together we can explore your unique experiences to find meaningful solutions. If you're considering therapy, I invite you to reach out by phone or email for a free consultation to see if we're a good fit.

I am not your traditional "how does that make you feel" kind of therapist. I am all about being present for you in your world, on your path, and in ways that make you feel supported and empowered. There is nothing that we can't process and work through together.

My name is Shannon Toy (she/her), M.Ed, LCSW. I prefer to be called by my middle name, Julianne. I graduated with a Master of Education from Concordia University in 2015 and a Masters in Social Work from Simmons University in 2018. I work with a wide range of ages and populations including children, adolescents, adults, and families. I also specialize in working with the LGBTQ+ population.

I have a history of working in mental health for over 10 years and I have worked with all populations. I am a certified grief educator as well as certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-focused CBT, and I have a history of working with families and couples. I like to use humor in sessions.

I am a psychotherapist who works with a diverse population of people. My goal is to collaborate with individuals to assist them in achieving their therapy goal(S). My treatment modalities are cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based therapy, and Ericksonian hypnotherapy approaches. Although I used these modalities, I do not use a one size fits all approach. I am a think-out-of-the-box clinician that will often challenge clients to try approaches that may be out of their comfort zone. Some examples of my experience include working with individual clients on developing skills in coping with mental health conditions/diagnosis, life stress, finding balance, and improving self-esteem. Although I use these approaches, my clients tell me it feels like we are having a conversation as opposed to feeling like they are in a therapy session. I have a specialization in working with Veterans, LGBTQI, men, and people of color populations. However, I work with all people who are seeking mental health services. I am licensed in DC (LICSW), VA (LCSW), MD (LCSW-C), and PA (LCSW). I have BS in Human Ecology, BA in Humanities from The Ohio State University, MSW from San Jose State University and Post Masters fellowship in mental health from Stanford University.

I provide psychotherapy online Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturday mornings. I provide in-person on Wednesday evenings.

I am accepting new patients, ages 18-65 (currently accepting insurance from Cigna, Aetna, Carelon BH, and Quest BH and paneling with more daily). As a Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing psychiatric medication management. I focus on treating depression, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, anxiety and addiction.

Dedicated to the belief that addiction is a disease that can be overcome. At A Ross we seek to assist clients in strengthening self-awareness, self-advocacy, and personal growth regardless of the mental health issues one may experience. A Ross seeks to be a leader in this field through innovative treatment approaches.

I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of experience in psychiatry, I believe mental health is the cornerstone of a happy, stable life. I applaud you for taking the brave step to seek help. I treat individuals 14 and older who are facing depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, or navigating life changes. My aim is to create a warm, supportive environment where you feel safe, heard, and empowered.