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Greetings, I am a newly licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Virginia. I earned my Master of Social Work from the University of Southern California and have accumulated 12 years of experience in the field. My focus is on assisting adults and their families become more psychologically flexible as they navigate the complexities associated with chronic illness and internal and external stressors. Which can lead to greater resilience, emotional tolerance and better quality of life.
In our initial session, we will begin with brief introductions and establish rapport before exploring the specific challenges you are facing and your personalized goals for therapy. This will enable me to develop a personalized treatment approach that we can address in subsequent sessions.
With eleven years of experience working with adults, I have established a comprehensive framework that fosters trust and support to help you (a) identify the root causes of your challenges and (b) develop a tailored plan that fosters measurable progress to adapt to life difficulties.
I am deeply committed to working with adults at all stages of life. My clients are motivated to enhance their quality of life but frequently lack the essential tools to reach their goals. Many face feelings of being a burden, as well as overwhelming anxiety related to the uncertainties posed by chronic illness and daily life stressors.
I identify as
Motivational Interviewing
My objective in using motivational interviewing is to align with my clients' personal values, desires, and motivations, ultimately empowering them to pursue a healthier and more fulfilling quality of life.
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
My objective in utilizing ACT is not elimination of difficult feelings, but to be present with what life brings and to "move toward valued behavior". Acceptance and commitment therapy invites people to open up to unpleasant feelings, not to overreact to them, and not to avoid situations that cause them.
4 ratings with written reviews
December 20, 2025
I love working with Ms Vondra Harrell. I was nervous at first about starting therapy, but she made me feel welcomed and explained everything to me to where I could understand it. I can't wait for our next session and I'm very grateful that she is helping me on my healing journey.
August 30, 2025
I love seeing Vondra Harrell. Never makes me feel judged and the reassurance when I’m not feeling the best really helps in ways she doesn’t know. Her energy and connections make my bad days feel better. I’ve grown so much with her and I’m still learning to accept guidance.
June 19, 2025
I felt very welcomed and not hesitant to open up to Vondra! she was very empowering when I mentioned my hobbies and what I find interesting while guiding me to self care and tips on how to manage stress. I look forward to working with her.