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Top therapists in Alexandria, VA accepting new patients

Headway brings accessible mental health care to Alexandria residents in Del Ray, Old Town, and throughout the city. Our 3,119 licensed providers offer flexible scheduling and insurance-covered sessions, helping you prioritize your wellbeing without financial barriers.

Katy Reynolds

Katy Reynolds

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I specialize in supporting caregivers and emerging adults - helping them reconnect with parts of themselves that feel lost, neglected, or just out of reach.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Timothy Dritto

Timothy Dritto

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I place a strong emphasis on the therapeutic relationship. The first few sessions are about getting to know each other and making sure we're a good fit, because I believe therapy works best when you feel comfortable, respected, and truly heard.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Keyonda Brown

Keyonda Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My goal is to provide an authentic judgement free safe place to communicate and explore attainable goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Anna Passyn

Anna Passyn

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“For 20 years I've been talking with people about their feelings of anxiety and depression, about the difficult things that have happened and about their general sense of well being.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. James Rothrock

Dr. James Rothrock

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I help you break this cycle. Together, I figure out what's fueling your stress and how to stop running on empty.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Panic disorders
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Elvira Barrón-Rojas

Elvira Barrón-Rojas

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel truly heard and understood, while also providing practical tools to navigate challenges, build resilience, and foster lasting growth.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Masai Black

Masai Black

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My style is direct, honest, and compassionate. I will challenge you when necessary while always meeting you with empathy and support.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
MarQuitia Glass

MarQuitia Glass

Therapist

Virtual • North Chesterfield, VA


“I became a therapist because I understand what it feels like to want change and not know where to start.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sabiha Zaman

Sabiha Zaman

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“As a South Asian therapist, I believe in the importance of cultural humility in care- I hope to create a space for my clients where they feel understood instead of explaining their identities or justifying their lived experiences.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, LGBTQIA+, PTSD, Stress management
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
April Spotsville

April Spotsville

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Women's issues
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
D'Ann Doerflinger

D'Ann Doerflinger

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and evidence-based, recognizing that every person's story and goals are unique.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Angela Thomas-Jones

Angela Thomas-Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My role in the therapeutic relationship as one of a partnership best described in three words: non-judgmental, validating, and safe.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Juan Valenzuela

Juan Valenzuela

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I am passionate about supporting and encouraging my brothers and sisters as they seek to navigate the difficulties of life and develop resilience that can lead to personal healing and spiritual growth.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I'm a trauma survivor with extensive experience in helping survivors of trauma learn how to "Triumph Over Trauma."”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Gay Lee

Dr. Gay Lee

Therapist

Virtual • Alexandria, VA


“Hurt, pain, and anger do not define who we are; they open our emotional pathways to inform us of the need and time for change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cassandra Sloan

Cassandra Sloan

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Well hello there, here at On The Right Path, PLLC, we strive to guide you on your journey. Whether small or big we can work toward your goals together. I have had the honor of being invited into the lives of many clients with various backgrounds. I have worked with clients living with depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, family issues, career obstacles and much more. My therapeutic style is warm, empathetic, authentic and professional.

Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Gary Bailey

Dr. Gary Bailey

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“As a certified EQi- 2.0 professional, I am dedicated to equipping clients with the concrete tools they need to overcome life's challenges.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Duni Lewis-Bangura

Duni Lewis-Bangura

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I am trained in CBT, Mindfulness, EMDR trauma and relaxation techniques a proven approach and tools to changing thinking patterns and behaviors.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Juanita McDonnell

Juanita McDonnell

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


I have been a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) since 2016 and have worked in both primary care and mental health since that time. In 2024, I graduated with my Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) certification and have been working strictly in mental health since that time.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Brittney Ellis

Brittney Ellis

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My therapeutic style is collaborative and flexible, drawing from a variety of evidence-based modalities.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Torrie Blackwell

Torrie Blackwell

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Our practice has a heart to nurture, respond and support people through their emotions and life experiences.”
Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Creative, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Sakinah Williams

Sakinah Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach is warm, supportive, and collaborative, helping clients develop coping skills and achieve meaningful growth.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicholas Mediate

Nicholas Mediate

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Let's work together to identify what's troubling you, gain insight into what's making you feel this way, make a plan to overcome it, and attain that sense of peace you desire.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jennifer Greer

Jennifer Greer

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Over the past 19 years as a clinician, my experience has taught me that the most important aspect of counseling by far is the connection and comfort you feel with the person you choose to share your personal struggles.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Marissa Branson

Marissa Branson

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I am warm and compassionate, and my goal is help you feel empowered to navigate life's difficulties.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Anne Morrissette

Anne Morrissette

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach is warm, inquisitive, and solution-oriented, with a focus on helping patients feel understood while also creating practical, sustainable paths toward improvement.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Samuel Brown

Samuel Brown

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Midlothian, VA


“It is my hope that you will embrace the opportunity to get to know yourself and find ways of living that foster satisfaction, joy and fulfillment, that ultimately leads to enduring happiness.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Blanca Estrada

Blanca Estrada

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My goal is to help my clients find a path to growth and healing. I focus on interventions that guide clients to feel calm, safe and internally connected, which can help them tolerate the unbearable emotions they have been carrying inside and...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Deandra Sharpe

Deandra Sharpe

Therapist

Virtual • Glen Allen, VA


“I create a safe, supportive space where you can reconnect with your inner voice, heal old wounds, and uncover the clarity and confidence that come from living as your most authentic self.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Trisha Hindy Burks

Trisha Hindy Burks

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“As a therapist, I use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Training, and Strengths-Based approaches to help you transform negative thought patterns, manage emotions, and cultivate lasting change.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Stress management, Trauma
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samirawit Hailemariam

Samirawit Hailemariam

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“Samirawit's approach to care is to providing a holistic, patient-centered, collaborative approach that empowers patients to achieve their highest potential for mental wellness.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Bernice Williams

Bernice Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe symptoms develop as a response to difficult experiences and healing involves relating to them with compassion rather than judgement.”
Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Martha Chonchoro

Martha Chonchoro

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach connects the dots between your physical and mental well-being, because the two are never separate.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Maryanne Garnsey

Maryanne Garnsey

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe when people are provided a supportive caring environment along with knowledge and resources; empowerment and authenticity can be revealed to you.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kelsey Weyer

Kelsey Weyer

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe that building a strong rapport between therapist and client is an important step in successful outcomes.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tricia Davis

Tricia Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Are you ready for your journey? My goal as a therapist is to help you feel better and hopeful about your future. We all deserve a journey with happiness and personal success!!


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who has been in the helping profession for over 20 years. My journey as a therapist has been both personally and professionally rewarding. Much of my experience has been working with individuals from diverse populations who struggle with depression, grief, loss, anxiety and chronic illnesses. I have extensive experience working with adults and seniors citizens. My focus is making sure my clients are getting the best from me.


My treatment approach is rather laid back but is set on the foundation of developing a meaningful therapeutic relationship with my clients. Additionally, I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, person centered therapy, solution focused therapeutic approaches to help you overcome some of the life's difficult challenges. I want you to feel like the person you were meant to be.


There is more to life than suffering in silence. You deserve happiness and personal success. It's time for you to feel whole again. I'm committed to aiding people navigate through difficult periods in their lives. Your mental wellness begins now. Reach out and find out for yourself.

Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Physical health issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Hannah McDade

Hannah McDade

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I integrate relational and cognitive-behavioral approaches to help you better understand patterns, manage overwhelming thoughts or emotions, and build practical skills for everyday life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alonda Callender

Alonda Callender

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I offer a compassionate place for individuals to sort through whatever is keeping them from experiencing life's best.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Eboni Vinson

Eboni Vinson

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“It's a privilege to be able to bear witness to someone's story when they may not have had the chance to tell it before.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shantel Cooper

Shantel Cooper

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Petersburg, VA


“I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor who creates safe, affirming spaces where clients can breathe, unpack, and begin again—without judgment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of Alexandria, VA

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Alexandria, VA
There are over 45 therapists in Alexandria, VA accepting new patients.
45+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 96%Anxiety
  • 91%Depression
  • 76%Stress management
  • 76%PTSD
  • 71%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 93%Aetna
  • 69%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 64%Cigna
  • 49%CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 13%Spanish
  • 4%Farsi
  • 2%Cantonese
  • 2%German
How they see their clients
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  • 98%In-person or online
  • 2%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 67%Woman
  • 33%Man
License types
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  • 44%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 29%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 13%Nurse Practitioner
  • 11%Psychologist
  • 2%Medical Doctor
Treatment approaches
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  • 98%Individual therapy
  • 33%Couples therapy
  • 24%Family therapy
  • 11%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 a Mental Health Therapist in Alexandria, VA

Searching for therapists in Alexandria starts with knowing what kind of support you want. Many therapists list specialties such as anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, trauma, and life transitions. As you compare Alexandria therapists, look for training, therapy style, and listed focus areas that match your needs. A therapist’s bio can also show whether they use approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, or acceptance and commitment therapy.

In a smaller city like Alexandria, local office options may be more limited than in nearby larger markets, so virtual therapy can help broaden your search. You may prefer an in-person therapist near Old Town, Del Ray, or another Alexandria neighborhood, or you may want virtual sessions that fit more easily into your schedule. Beyond specialty, compare appointment availability, whether a therapist is accepting new clients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading profiles before booking can help you understand how each therapist describes their approach, session structure, and communication style.

Therapy in Alexandria can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and get clearer pricing before you book. Headway helps you find therapists who match your preferences, accept your plan, and offer in-person or virtual appointments. You can enter your insurance details, see your estimated out-of-pocket cost, review therapist bios, and book directly when you’re ready.

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