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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Arlington, VA

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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Arlington, VA

Arlington's mental health landscape recognizes that trauma recovery requires specialized, compassionate care. Headway offers trauma-focused therapies including EMDR, CPT, and exposure therapy with providers experienced in addressing intrusive thoughts, nightmares, and avoidance behaviors—all available with flexible scheduling and insurance coverage.

Alexis Santi

Alexis Santi

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach is collaborative, supportive, and solution-focused. I draw from evidence-based practices such as cognitive and mindfulness-based therapies, and I tailor our work to fit your goals, values, and what feels most helpful for you.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Oluseyi Agbaje

Oluseyi Agbaje

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“As a psychiatrist mental health nurse practitioner with over 21 years in Nursing Practice, I have a strong foundation in evidence-based practice and psychiatric care.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Briana Spellman

Briana Spellman

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“We can look at the whole picture to discover what has obstructed your life and then work together to move it or add more tools to navigate around through it.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Keira Jackson

Keira Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach is supportive and collaborative, helping clients build practical coping skills while gaining deeper insight into their experiences.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health
Creative, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Findley

Amanda Findley

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I bring wisdom, compassion, lived experience, and thoughtful humor to create a safe, grounded space for reflection, healing, and meaningful change.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Shelby Love-Daley

Shelby Love-Daley

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“A strong, trusting relationship with your therapist is essential to the treatment process. I'm committed to working collaboratively with you to set meaningful goals and develop a personalized treatment plan that fits your unique needs and...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christal Carmichael

Christal Carmichael

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My style is direct, compassionate, and results-oriented. I will challenge you, support you, and walk with you as you do the deeper work...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
April Akers

April Akers

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner with a PhD, and I've spent ten years working with people who are genuinely tired of feeling like they should have figured this out by now. I work virtually with clients throughout Virginia, and I take a different approach than most therapists: I consider myself part clinician, part teacher. My goal isn't just for you to feel better in session — it's for you to leave understanding yourself well enough that you don't need me forever. I work with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, substance use, trauma, life transitions, and end-of-life concerns. I'm also a proud affirming provider for LGBTQ+ clients and believe good therapy should be accessible to everyone — which is why I've built in morning, afternoon, and evening availability.

Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shannon Joseph

Shannon Joseph

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My therapeutic work centers on creating safe, empowering spaces for healing, growth, and connection—especially for underserved and neurodiverse communities.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Erika Ames

Erika Ames

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My job is to offer a warm, honest space where you can finally say them—no judgment, no pressure to be "fine."”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Landry Deuboue

Landry Deuboue

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach is patient-centered, collaborative, and focused on creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and supported.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Chidinma Onyegwu

Dr. Chidinma Onyegwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“I understand the importance of listening to the patient and giving them the chance to participate in their treatments and helping them feel and be more in control of managing their symptoms.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Rebecca Garland

Rebecca Garland

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Weber City, VA


“I believe that effective treatment begins with truly understanding each person's unique experiences, symptoms, and goals.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ephraim Tokar

Ephraim Tokar

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Hi there, my name’s Ephraim and I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 20+ years of experience. My specialties consist of relationships, men’s issues, career counseling, and psychosomatic illnesses.

Whether it's individuals or couples, I'm happy to get to work with whomever comes my way. I do my best to facilitate a warm, trusting environment. I received my Bachelors degree in Child Psychology, working initially with the adolescent population before transitioning over to adults. I then received my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. Looking forward to meeting with you soon!

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Trisha Ungar

Trisha Ungar

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I have developed a deep respect for the resilience people demonstrate while managing complex mental health challenges...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Demetries North

Dr. Demetries North

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My goal as a therapist is to create a space where clients feel respected, understood, and empowered to make meaningful change in their lives.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Zuni Ortega

Zuni Ortega

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“While I have experience supporting individuals facing a wide range of mental health concerns, my areas of focus include trauma, depression, anxiety, and life transitions, particularly within minority populations.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Monica Broughton

Monica Broughton

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My goal is to create a warm, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, supported, and truly understood.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Melissa Solomon-Craft

Melissa Solomon-Craft

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Hello, thank you for making your mental health a priority! I look forward to working with you on your journey to healing, self-preservation and empowerment. Together we can!

Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Daniel Kanofsky

Daniel Kanofsky

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I firmly believe therapy offers solid reasons to have hope, as one of the greatest gifts we can give ourselves is the time and space for healing and growth.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Sweetie Doychinov

Dr. Sweetie Doychinov

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Alexandria, VA


“I specialize in treating mood disorders (depression, bipolar), anxiety (GAD, panic, PTSD), substance use, and ADHD using evidence-based interventions and psychopharmacology.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Nicole Henry

Nicole Henry

Therapist

Virtual • Richmond, VA


“My style is warm, collaborative, and empowering, creating a safe space for clients to explore their experiences and build meaningful change.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brian Sheaffer

Brian Sheaffer

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


As a licensed clinical social worker, I know life can feel overwhelming at times, and asking for help isn’t always easy. My goal is to create a welcoming space where you can share openly without fear of judgment. I believe in walking alongside you with compassion, encouragement, and practical tools for growth.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 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.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Adeline Mangwa

Adeline Mangwa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Harrisonburg, VA


“She believes a safe, supportive and therapeutic environment is essential for clients to make them feel comfortable and delve into their thoughts, emotions, and experiences.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kwanzaa Mawusi

Kwanzaa Mawusi

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I use a down-to-earth, collaborative approach that meets you where you are. We'll talk in ways that make sense to you, and I'll help you explore what's underneath your choices, emotions, and patterns.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Women's issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Timothy Frost

Timothy Frost

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe in the power of each person to make positive, useful, and long terms changes in their lives.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Melinda Staton

Melinda Staton

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Melinda is a trauma informed, Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia, with the Virginia Board of Counseling. She is also the owner of Triumphant Coaching & Counseling, LLC. Melinda graduated from Hampton University in 1991 with a B.A. in Sociology. She served in the Navy for 12 years as a Human Resource Officer, obtaining the rank of Lieutenant Commander. She acquired her master’s degree in human resource development in 2001, and she acquired her Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling Degree from Nyack College, Alliance Graduate School of Counseling in New York City in 2014.

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PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Reginald Wells

Dr. Reginald Wells

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Dr Wells focuses on guiding clients on skills that are effective for the client and introduces new coping strategies to help clients better manage themselves.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lesley Shapiro

Lesley Shapiro

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I view therapy as a collaborative, goal-oriented process focused on practical change rather than unstructured or purely supportive sessions.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Melody Sanders

Melody Sanders

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Norfolk, VA


“I am an empathic, strength-based, and trauma-informed counselor who creates a safe, affirming space for clients to feel seen, heard, and supported.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sonya Allen

Sonya Allen

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I like to begin with a mindfulness moment, then I ask for something positive from the client and then we work on the challenges that may be present.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachael Riley Shultis

Rachael Riley Shultis

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I provide a warm, supportive space where you can slow down, feel understood, and begin making meaningful changes.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
PTSD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Krystal Shaner

Krystal Shaner

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia Beach, VA


“I truly value creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Benjamin Watkins

Benjamin Watkins

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Hello, my name is Benjamin Watkins. I look forward to working with you to make the positive changes you desire in your life. I have worked in the field since I was 19, starting as a Mentor. Helping others is my passion in life. I worked with children, adolescents, and parents in the foster care system, overcoming trauma and developing positive attachments. I have worked with a variety of issues.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Danien Johnson

Danien Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Working with me feels like having a strong, steady support system—one that offers validation, guidance, and the tools needed to cultivate resilience and personal growth.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kara Tracy

Kara Tracy

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I like to bring the whole body experience to therapy. I utilize somatic exercises accompanied by deep breathing to help foster natural rhythm.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Marcela Mejia

Dr. Marcela Mejia

Psychologist

Virtual • Virginia


“I offer a warm, supportive, and thoughtful space where you can feel understood while gaining insight into the patterns that keep you stuck.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Molly McNevin

Molly McNevin

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Hi, I’m Molly, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who believes deeply in the power of connection, presence, and honoring the wisdom you already carry. I have a great deal of experience working with women and teens (11+) navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, family and relationship challenges, exploring attachment and relationship patterns, grief and loss, and the lasting emotional impacts of difficult or overwhelming experiences.

I also have experience supporting individuals who have been in domestic violence situations, helping them rebuild safety, self-trust, and personal agency. I also welcome and support men and people of diverse cultural backgrounds, and I am committed to creating a therapy space that is inclusive, affirming, and grounded in respect.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

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