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Seeking talk therapy or medication management in Fairfax? Explore 3,095 warm, solution-oriented providers across the city and nearby neighborhoods. Many Fairfax clients pay as low as $0 per session through insurance coverage, with free consultations available to get started.

Tamika Hudson

Tamika Hudson

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My role is to amplify my clients' voices so they are truly seen and heard, even if only by themselves.”
Anxiety, PTSD, Relationship issues, Trauma
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Derek Clark

Derek Clark

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


I provide a proven mind-body integrated approach that helps adults heal from the impact of trauma, addiction, anxiety, interpersonal problems, self-hate, and more. I am a lifelong learner with vast training and experience in internal family systems (IFS), yoga, polyvagal theory, mindfulness, and self-compassion. I bring a nonjudgmental, compassionate, and open-minded to work with my people.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Johanna Koenig

Johanna Koenig

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach to therapy is trauma-informed, thoughtful, and practical. With over 10 years of experience, I use evidence-based tools from CBT while remaining flexible and attuned to your individual needs.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ruth Ware

Ruth Ware

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I specialize in working with adults who struggle with issues related to trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, and life transitions.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexis Bonsell

Alexis Bonsell

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My supportive, client-centered approach focuses on practical solutions to help you build resilience and confidence.”
Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Sara Asadsangabi

Sara Asadsangabi

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I bring a warm, grounded presence to therapy, blending evidence-based approaches with an understanding of the mind-body connection.”
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 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
Reyana Bamie

Reyana Bamie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care for individuals across the lifespan. I specialize in treating conditions such as anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, and stress-related concerns through a combination of medication management and supportive psychotherapy.

My approach is holistic, collaborative, and patient-centered. I believe in creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and respected. Together, we will explore your concerns, identify treatment goals, and develop a personalized plan that aligns with your needs and lifestyle.

I incorporate evidence-based practices such as cognitive behavioral techniques, supportive therapy, and psychoeducation to help clients build coping skills and improve overall well-being. Whether you are starting treatment for the first time or continuing your mental health journey, I strive to provide care that is thoughtful, empowering, and results-oriented.

I offer convenient telehealth services, making it easier to access care from the comfort of your home. My goal is to support you in achieving stability, balance, and improved quality of life.

I welcome clients from diverse backgrounds and am committed to culturally sensitive care.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Steven "Kyle" Cardwell

Steven "Kyle" Cardwell

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I'm passionate about helping people understand themselves more fully and make meaningful, lasting change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
William Hundley

William Hundley

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


As a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 32years of experience, I provide therapy that is empathetic, compassionate, and tailored to your unique needs. In a safe and supportive space, we’ll explore your concerns, identify recurring patterns, and work together to create meaningful, long-term changes. I also focus on practical strategies for short-term relief, helping you build satisfying relationships, achieve your goals, and strengthen your emotional regulation. My approach is integrative, collaborative, and centered on helping you feel understood, empowered, and supported throughout your journey.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Lily Hung

Dr. Lily Hung

Psychologist

Virtual • Virginia


Providing therapy to individuals for over 20 years, as a Clinical Psychologist currently licensed in New York, New Jersey, New Hampshire, and Virginia, I am also able to offer the convenience of telehealth services to individuals who work, attend school, and/or live in multiple states.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Panic disorders, PTSD, Stress management
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Veronica Wruble

Veronica Wruble

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Life can pull us in a hundred different directions, and sometimes it takes slowing down, getting real, and having honest conversations to find our way forward. My approach is straightforward and commpassionate - no judgment, no fluff. I meet you where you are, walk beside you through the challenges, and help you rediscover your strength, clarity, and purpose.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Esmie Branner

Dr. Esmie Branner

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Hi there! I'm Dr Esmie, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and PhD, Research Psychologist with more than three decades of professional and lived experience. I've lived much of my life in England and California and now currently reside in the DMV state of Virginia. I bring a broad multicultural perspective to my work.serving individuals, couples, and families from diverse cultural, social, and spiritual backgrounds.

My clinical practice integrates evidence-based approaches, including trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and strengths-based interventions. I have worked extensively with clients navigating trauma, life transitions, relational conflict, stress, and emotional challenges, helping them move toward healing and personal growth.

I believe meaningful change occurs when people feel genuinely seen, heard, and respected. I strive to create a safe, supportive therapeutic environment where clients can explore their experiences without judgment. Through collaboration, practical tools, and compassionate guidance, I help clients develop insight, strengthen resilience, and build healthier patterns of thinking, feeling, and behavior.

Above all, I value human dignity and authentic connection. I believe credentials may open doors, but character, empathy, and genuine care sustain lasting transformation.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Chad Steele

Chad Steele

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach to therapy is practical, collaborative, and grounded in helping people feel safer, more stable, and more in control of their lives—especially during periods of high stress or emotional overwhelm.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Daniel Henry

Daniel Henry

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I care about my clients and I hope to impart that in every session: create safety and connection and collaborate in ways that help my clients see the growth they are seeking.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Latane Flanagan

Dr. Latane Flanagan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“I am certified in Psychopharmacology from the Neuroscience Education Institute, Brainspotting psychotherapy, Montreal Cognitive Assessment, and the Triple-P Parenting Program.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Energetic, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Denise Goin

Denise Goin

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I will provide psychoeducation tailored to your needs, along with coping skills designed to help you move forward.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Kendra Griffin

Dr. Kendra Griffin

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My therapeutic approach is rooted in empathy, respect, and a genuine desire to help you find clarity, resilience, and positive change in your life.”
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Trauma
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Garvey Dobbins

Garvey Dobbins

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Henrico, VA


“With more than 20 years of mental health experience, I have assisted individuals, couples, and families...”
Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vernon Alders

Vernon Alders

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe that we each have a unique story and set of experiences that requires a personalized approach to care.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Monika Beasley

Monika Beasley

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I have an eclectic approach to treatment favoring Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical-Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Motivational Interviewing.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittany O'Brien

Brittany O'Brien

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I reject the blank slate therapist role and prefer to work from the perspective Irvin Yalom refers to as the fellow traveler.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Candace Ford

Candace Ford

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I specialize in providing culturally competent, trauma-informed, evidence-based mental health services.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tristyn Joffe

Tristyn Joffe

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and trauma-informed, combining mind–body integration with practical strategies to help you feel more grounded, confident, and in control of your life.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ivette Harlin

Ivette Harlin

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I am dedicated to fostering a non-judgmental, warm, and positive psychological atmosphere that empowers you to strive towards becoming the best version of yourself.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Moradeke Okunoye

Moradeke Okunoye

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Glen Allen, VA


“I take a collaborative, patient-centered approach to care, integrating medication management with therapeutic support to promote long-term wellness and an improved quality of life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jena Buchholz

Jena Buchholz

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I earned my Master's of Social Work from The Ohio State University, where I specialized in trauma-informed care.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Sherri Dragovich

Sherri Dragovich

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“As the daughter of first responders, a licensed social worker, and a certified first-responder therapist, I am uniquely qualified to listen to your stories and work with you to create a plan to help you find joy in your job/life and feel like...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Alexis Skelley

Alexis Skelley

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My therapy style is compassionate, collaborative, and outcome-focused, meaning my goal is to help you find relief for your struggles and achieve your goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Energetic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Mana Fawahry

Mana Fawahry

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I hold a supportive space to meet you where you are and where you want to go, supporting exploration at your own pace while deepening insight and reconnecting with the body–mind–spirit connection.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, PTSD
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Devra Gordon

Devra Gordon

Therapist

Virtual • Falls Church, VA


“I grab from a variety of modalities in which I have been trained, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Music Therapy and more!”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kaelan Keller

Kaelan Keller

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I have worked in the field for over 3 years now, with an emphasis and specialization in Addiction, Intimate Partner Violence/Domestic Violence, and Men's issues.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Rodrigo Munoz

Dr. Rodrigo Munoz

Psychologist

Virtual • Virginia


“I take a collaborative, client-centered approach to therapy, drawing from a range of evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Courtney Goolsby

Courtney Goolsby

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Hi there! I'm Courtney Goolsby, an LPC in the state of Virginia. I have been working in the mental health field for over 10 years and truly love assisting in the creation of change. I specialize in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, and communication challenges.

Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Michele Castro

Michele Castro

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach combines evidence-based treatment with a genuine therapeutic relationship. Clients often describe me as warm, direct, easy to talk to, and someone who truly listens.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Henry Ibitokun

Henry Ibitokun

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe in using medication when appropriate, being conservative when possible, and constantly weighing benefits, side effects, and your personal goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tola Akinbobola

Tola Akinbobola

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“I combine clinical expertise with a holistic, patient-centered approach using current clinical guidelines and judgment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ann Bernardi

Ann Bernardi

Therapist

Virtual • Fredericksburg, VA


“I partner with my clients and move them toward empowerment. I walk with you, bearing witness to your pain...”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Colleen Pearson

Dr. Colleen Pearson

Psychologist

Virtual • Virginia


“I'm not just a listener; I'm an active guide who helps you build concrete skills to manage stress, communicate with your medical team, and reclaim a sense of control.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Monique Preston

Monique Preston

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Think of me as your trusty sidekick with a bag of evidenced based tools and interventions to use on our journey.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Energetic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
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Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Fairfax

Finding the right therapist in Fairfax, VA starts with getting clear on what kind of support you need. Whether you're looking for help with anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, ADHD, or trauma, choosing a licensed provider who specializes in your area of concern can make a real difference. Common provider types include licensed professional counselors (LPCs), licensed clinical social workers (LCSWs), psychologists, and psychiatrists — each with different training and scope of practice. If you need medication management alongside talk therapy, a psychiatrist or psychiatric nurse practitioner may be the right fit.

With 3095 mental health providers across Northern Virginia — from Fairfax to Falls Church, Reston, and beyond — narrowing your options can take time. Consider what matters most: a provider's specialty, whether they offer in-person or virtual sessions, and whether their schedule works with yours. Reading a provider's bio before booking can help you understand their approach and decide if they're someone you'd feel comfortable working with.

Therapy in the Fairfax area can be expensive without coverage, but using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce your out-of-pocket costs. On Headway, you can enter your insurance details to see estimated session costs before you book, and many patients pay as low as $0 per visit. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, making it easier to find a provider who fits both your clinical needs and your budget.

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