Find a therapist in Fredericksburg, VA — covered by insurance
Top therapists in Fredericksburg, VA accepting new patients
Find mental health support in Fredericksburg across neighborhoods like Downtown, Stafford, and Chancellor. Headway connects you with 3,174 licensed providers offering flexible in-person and virtual sessions. With insurance coverage and free consultations available, many clients pay as little as $0 per session.
I work with adults experiencing ADHD, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions and grief. Many of my clients feel stuck or unsure how to move forward, whether that involves improving focus and follow-through, coping with loss, or navigating changes in mood and life circumstances.
You may be overwhelmed, struggling to stay focused, or going through a difficult change in your life that makes you feel stressed out.
With over 30 years of experience in healthcare as both a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Nurse, I bring a practical understanding of how physical, emotional, and mental health are connected, especially for adults managing ADHD, focus challenges, and overwhelm.
Welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Virginia with 13 years of experience with children, teens, and adults. I have worked with individuals with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, and parenting/family issues. My biggest passion and area of expertise is in childhood trauma. In addition to working with adults in private practice, I have also worked with children as a School Social Worker for 10 years.
Hello! My name is Brian, and I'm a clinical social worker. I've been in the field for 27 years, helping people conquer their troubles, transitions, and major decisions, both big and small.
I attended Fordham University Graduate School of Social Service and I'm currently obtaining my PhD in Clinical social Work. I specialize in men's issues, Developmental Trauma, sex therapy, and all types of addiction treatment, both substance and process addictions.
I am a Board-Certified Psychiatrist and I have been treating patients across the lifespan for over 15 years. Once my caseload became full in 2022, I founded a small practice (Tandem Telehealth) where I now oversee a handful of talented psychiatric nurse practitioners and talk therapists. The team approach allows us to provide faster access to care for new patients and a higher level of support than you would likely receive from individuals working independently.
I am a certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with several years of experience treating children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in a wide range of treatment areas including depression, anxiety, autism, oppositional defiant disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. I have worked in several different settings and enjoy providing care through telehealth, which offers access to quality care when it is needed.
I’m Dr. Sharline Mashack, a board-certified Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, and I specialize in treating patients with conditions ranging from ADHD to schizophrenia. I use a holistic approach combined with evidence-based practices to develop treatment plans, prescribe medications, and provide psychotherapy.
As a military spouse, I’ve had the opportunity to work in several areas of the healthcare system, learning from experienced leaders along the way. I earned both my Master’s and Doctorate in Nursing.
I specialize in treating obsessive–compulsive disorder (OCD) and anxiety disorders, including complex OCD subtypes like HOCD, POCD, SO-OCD, and ROCD. I am a college professor in addition to having a private practice. I have trained hundreds of doctoral candidates in the diagnosis and treatment of anxiety and OCD.
I work with adults, teens, and college students experiencing panic attacks, generalized anxiety, health anxiety, phobias, and intrusive thoughts. I also treat related concerns like tics, insomnia, and anxiety related to tinnitus.
In addition to my clinical focus on OCD and anxiety, I frequently work with men at every stage of life on issues related to identity, career, and relationships. I have years of experience working with college students and with LGB people and their families.
About our therapists serving Fredericksburg, VA
- 97%Anxiety
- 93%Depression
- 88%Stress management
- 77%Relationship issues
- 77%Trauma
- 98%Aetna
- 85%Cigna
- 84%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 99%English
- 6%Spanish
- 1%French
- 91%Online only
- 9%In-person or online
- 83%Woman
- 16%Man
- 1%Non-binary
- 43%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 41%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 7%Nurse Practitioner
- 5%Psychologist
- 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 99%Individual therapy
- 33%Family therapy
- 22%Couples therapy
- 12%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
Find the right therapist for you
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 Fredericksburg, VA
Searching for therapists in Fredericksburg starts with knowing what kind of support fits your needs. Therapists can help with concerns such as anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, trauma, and life transitions. As you compare options, look for a therapist whose listed specialties, training, and approach match what you want to focus on. A profile may mention cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed care, couples therapy, or another approach that helps you understand how the therapist works.
In a smaller city like Fredericksburg, local office availability may vary by neighborhood, schedule, and specialty. Virtual therapy can expand your options while still connecting you with a therapist licensed in Virginia. You may also want to compare appointment times, whether a therapist is accepting new patients, whether they offer a free phone consultation, and how they describe their session style. Reading bios before booking can help you see how each therapist communicates, what they focus on, and what to expect in a first session.
Therapy in Fredericksburg can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you search for therapists who match your preferences, check your insurance, view estimated out-of-pocket costs, and book directly when you’re ready.
If you're experiencing or worried about violence, threats, or coercion in your relationship, couples therapy isn't usually the right starting point — individual support is safer. The National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.
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