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Are you struggling with depression? Anxiety? Are you going through a life transition? Are you trying to figure out who you are? I am glad you found me! My name is Marianna Skidmore and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia. I have been practicing for a decade now and I am a firm believer that therapy can be a healthy tool for anyone. I am a very Person Centered Therapist, meaning I believe that you are the expert of your life. My goal is to help you explore yourself and guide you towards the person YOU want to be. I also use a variety of other modalities such as CBT, SFT, MI, and EMDR. My approach is tailored differently for each person because you are a unique individual! I look forward to meeting you!
The first appointment is a bit different from a typical therapy session—think of it as our "getting to know you" session. We'll discuss your history, explore what brings you to therapy, and start outlining a treatment plan. Please be aware that I am part of a group practice, Everglow Counseling Collective, LLC, and will also require additional paperwork beyond what we do here on Grow. I will reach out to you with this information when you schedule but it has to be done.
I bring humor, optimism, and a down-to-earth approach to our sessions. When you meet me, you’re meeting the real me—no pretenses. I believe in being authentic because I want you to feel at ease and be your true self, too!
I find great fulfillment in supporting individuals through life changes and challenges. I’m excited to work with clients who are curious and open to exploring their personal stories, as we all navigate our own unique paths. If you’re looking for a compassionate professional to hold space for you while you process life’s ups and downs, I’d be honored to accompany you on that journey.
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Person-centered (Rogerian)
I’m all about Person-Centered therapy. I believe that you are the expert in your life. I think it is important that you have the ability to determine what you want from therapy. I like to meet people where they are and build from there.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT is a fantastic tool for managing thoughts that can get in the way of reaching your goals. I find it really useful for helping you overcome obstacles, but it’s just one part of my approach. I like to blend it with other methods to create a plan that’s as unique as you are. We’ll work together to find what works best for you!
3 ratings with written reviews
January 29, 2026
Marianna seems very oriented and I found comfort in her approach by asking what I was looking for and wanted to help me find the approach and solution for me. She is very down to earth and is great at helping me reach my goals.
May 20, 2025
Marianna is a wonderful therapist. She is warm, kind, and incredibly patient. No matter how much I babble, she always listens with genuine care and makes me feel completely heard and understood. What I appreciate most is that she doesn’t just listen, she offers thoughtful insights and real solutions that actually help. Her support has made a meaningful difference in my life, and I’m so grateful for her.
April 27, 2025
Marianna is an intelligent therapist who meets me where I am at every session. She is advanced in her methods and provides the best therapeutic care I have received from a therapist. She is warm, open-minded, empowering, realistic, supportive, and has helped me in personal short and long term goals.