Find a therapist in Fairfax, VA — covered by insurance

Start by identifying your goals for therapy and the type of support you're looking for — whether that's help with anxiety, depression, relationships, or something else. On Headway, you can filter by specialty, insurance, availability, and provider type to build a shortlist of therapists in Fairfax who match your preferences. Every provider listed is accepting new patients, and you can review detailed bios to learn about their approach and experience before booking. Many providers also offer a free phone consultation so you can see if it's a good fit before committing.

The cost of therapy in Fairfax varies based on your insurance plan, provider, and type of session. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower your out-of-pocket costs, and many patients on Headway pay as low as $0 per session. When you enter your insurance details on Headway, you'll see an estimated session cost before you book — so you know what to expect upfront.

Yes, most therapists on Headway accept insurance. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, including many of the largest carriers. You can enter your insurance details on Headway to confirm coverage and see which providers in Fairfax are in-network for your specific plan.

Yes, many therapists on Headway offer virtual sessions in addition to in-person appointments. Most insurance plans cover virtual visits the same way they cover in-person sessions. When browsing providers on Headway, you can see whether each therapist offers virtual, in-person, or both options.

Therapists in Fairfax offer a range of approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and more. The right approach depends on your specific concerns and preferences. On Headway, you can read each provider's bio to learn about the therapy styles they use and how they approach their sessions.

Therapists and counselors are licensed professionals who provide talk therapy for mental health concerns. Their titles — such as LPC, LCSW, or LMFT — vary based on their training and licensure. Psychologists hold doctoral degrees and may provide therapy as well as psychological testing. Psychiatrists are medical doctors who can diagnose conditions, prescribe medication, and sometimes offer therapy. On Headway, you can find both therapists and psychiatrists in Fairfax, and filter by provider type based on the kind of care you're looking for.