Therapists that accept Cash Pay in Virginia

I'm going to go out on a limb and guess that something isn't OK right now. That something might be new, or it might have been around a long time. You might be able to describe it perfectly, or you might just feel off without knowing why. Either way — you're here, and that's the only thing that matters right now. I start from wherever you are. No assumptions, no judgments, no one-size-fits-all approach. Just a genuine desire to understand you — what's brought you here, what you're carrying, and what you're hoping for. Therapy with me — whether you're coming alone or with a partner — tends to be honest and occasionally even a little lighthearted. The human experience isn't black and white, and neither is the work we'll do together. What stays consistent is that you'll have a space that belongs to you, where nothing you say or feel changes how I show up for you. For couples, that space belongs to both of you equally. I don't take sides. What I do is help you see the pattern you're both caught in — because most of the time it's the cycle doing the damage, not each other. When that shifts, something else becomes possible. No matter what it is you are navigating — depression, relationships, identity, or the gap between how you show up and how you actually feel inside — you don't have to have it figured out to reach out.

Hi! I'm Wen. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I help adults who are struggling to deal with everyday stressors and burnout. I empathetically listen to what you have to share and want to fully understand your situation before working collaboratively on solutions. I consider myself a direct person and try to break down the concepts that I teach into easily understood ideas.

Hi, I’m Jina, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who provides warm, compassionate, and individualized therapy for adults 18 and older. I support clients who may be navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, relationship concerns, life transitions, or simply feeling overwhelmed by everything life brings. My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, understood, and comfortable being your authentic self while we work together toward meaningful change.

Hello, my name is Sally. For decades it has been my life mission to help people return to resiliency after setbacks, losses, pain, stress, and suffering. Resiliency means you still acknowledge and own the dark times in your life, but you are freed to return to creating, to feeling compassion instead of being needy and fatigued. Resiliency means your body, brain, hormones, and emotions are back in flow and in healthy relationships with others and the environment and that your mind is free to focus on the things you want and need to focus on. Often people come to therapy feeling stuck and feeling unable to change a situation or the suffering in their lives. Many times for life problems that just emerge, all you need to return to resiliency is more options to consider. Most successful outcomes involve finding the right combination of attacking certain aspects, embracing and loving certain aspects, simply letting go of some aspects, and avoiding some aspects of an issue. I bring a comprehensive set of tools and provide coaching on how you can put the right tools for you and your situation into action. In all cases, it is best to build on our strengths. However, in many cases - especially if your ‘weaknesses’ are connected to intractable and chronic pain or long-term damage, like in addictions, it is best not to ignore or push those problems and feelings down or to the back. I can help you navigate through the inner judges, critics, and defender parts back to a centered, reliable starting place. I help you find and connect a ‘good self to come from’. Sometimes emergent life challenges reveal the deep fault lines of old unresolved traumas. Often struggles with competency, completion, relationships, dependence, or other aspects of being consistently functional and resilient are rooted in unresolved events or relational traumas. I can help you make a journey map to get started in coping with and ultimately resolving those traumas. I can assist you in learning how to connect to and relate to those parts that are impediments to healthy relationships, body flow, and resiliency. The task is to reorganize clusters of feelings and find a starting place for change and balance.

Stephanie Barbour (LPC, LSATP, CSAC) is a licensed professional counselor and licensed substance abuse provider with over 20 years of experience in the mental health and substance use field. She has worked with adolescents, young adults, adults, couples, and families across a variety of settings. Her specialties include substance abuse, depression, stress management, work–life balance, and anxiety. Stephanie believes that our core values shape the way we live, make decisions, and connect with others. When we know what we value—and stay true to those values—we build self-confidence, strengthen self-esteem, and create a greater sense of purpose and direction in life. Her counseling style is proactive, skill-based, creative, and solution-focused. She is direct but supportive, encouraging without being pushy, and active rather than passive. Stephanie also integrates humor into her work when appropriate, believing that laughter can be a powerful part of growth and healing.

Dr. Wuhib is a clinical psychologist who has been in the mental health field since 2001 when her first job entailed working with adults with chronic and severe mental illness to prevent repeated hospitalizations. She has since held various positions providing psychotherapy, consultation, as well as intelligence and diagnostic testing for children and adults. Dr. Wuhib uses a collaborative, outcome focused approach tailored to individuals' needs using cognitive behavior, psychodynamic, and mindfulness therapies that are trauma informed. Her special interests are chronic stress, anxiety, and complex relationship trauma and their impact on daily living.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience providing behavioral health services and supporting individuals through life’s challenges. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and person-centered, recognizing that every individual has a unique story and deserves a safe, judgment-free space to be heard. I draw from evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), to help clients navigate anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, relationship challenges, and other emotional and behavioral concerns. My goal is to empower individuals to recognize their strengths, develop healthy coping skills, build resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change. I believe healing is a journey, and you do not have to navigate it alone.

I’m Deja Spikes, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and founder of Roots to Radiance, a boutique mental health practice dedicated to helping individuals heal, grow, and thrive. I provide compassionate, personalized therapy for children, adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions, and everyday challenges. My approach is warm, collaborative, and rooted in creating a safe, judgment-free space where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered to become the best version of themselves.

Welcome! My name is Taryn Grasty, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience in the mental health field. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and life experiences. In my practice, I utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches, with a strong emphasis on Person-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). My goal is to provide a supportive and collaborative environment where clients can identify meaningful goals, develop effective strategies, and achieve lasting positive change.

Hello- I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist (Ph. D.) in Virginia. I take a practical approach to psychology and enjoy helping people solve their problems in a realistic, manageable, and efficient way. I have been practicing for more than 15 years and work primarily with adults and teens 15 years old and older. I specialize in depression, anxiety, and emotional or interpersonal difficulties. I also offer support for parenting and relationship issues. I am open-minded and believe therapy is a place and time that should be all yours. I am not judgmental of any situation. **I do offer a sliding scale for certain clients, feel free to contact me with any further questions.**

I am a therapist specializing in trauma, anxiety, and the LGBTQIA+ community. I am passionate about helping people heal from past experiences and live full, authentic lives. I studied at Lesley University and obtained a degree in Dance/Movement Therapy and Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I am also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and a Certified Sylvotherapy Practitioner. I have a holistic approach that integrates humanistic approaches, expressive arts and embodied healing. I believe that the whole person is important and that healing can take place on many levels. I use a variety of techniques to help clients explore their thoughts and feelings, and to find ways to express themselves creatively and connect with their bodies. I believe that everyone has the capacity for healing and that my role is to provide a safe and supportive space.

Jennifer McLeod is a counselor, adoptive parent, resource parent, and parent support specialist dedicated to helping children, parents, and families navigate the unique joys and challenges of adoption, trauma, and family relationships. Drawing on professional training and personal experience, she offers a compassionate, trauma-informed approach that honors each individual's story and strengthens family connections. Jennifer is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and integrates evidence-based interventions to support healing, resilience, and emotional well-being. She has also completed advanced training in neuroscience-informed parenting through a year-long immersion program with Robyn Gobbel, deepening her understanding of the impact of trauma, attachment, and nervous system regulation on child development and family relationships. Jennifer helps parents understand the "why" behind their children's big emotions and challenging behaviors, offering practical tools that foster connection, regulation, and growth. She is passionate about creating a safe, supportive space where clients can explore their experiences, develop new insights and skills, and move toward lasting healing and hope.

Hello! I'm Hannah. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Virginia. I received my Master's in Counseling and Human Development from Radford University and have been practicing for 6 years. I enjoy assisting people from all walks of life in achieving their therapy goals. Every client is different, so I take an eclectic approach to therapy to tailor it to the individual's needs. Please note that the time you book your appointment for will be the time that we will meet on a weekly basis as my schedule is fairly full.

Anita Adjetey has worked with children and adults for 11+ years (ages 4-60). She is particularly interested in and has pursued advanced training in working with children, adolescents, youth, and young adults who have experienced trauma, displayed at-risk behaviors, or struggled with self-esteem, anxiety, and depression, as well as training in addressing social skills, relational issues, and career coaching. In addition, she has conscientiously pursued extensive self-study of children's developmental stages and issues, giving her a solid foundation for more advanced studies. Specializations Trauma & Relationship Issues Experience with family systems, juvenile courts, crisis intervention, and parenting skills Play Therapy Recreational Therapy

Thank you for sharing information about yourself. I'm so happy that you reached out for help. I am Keith Gostel, a licensed therapist. I am an older therapist with many years of experience working with people experiencing distress in their attempts to feel successful in their lives. I have worked as a clinician, educator, manager of behavioral health systems utilizing individual, group, and family therapy modalities. I have specialized in severe mental health and substance use disorders. I look forward to hearing more about how you got to where you are now and where you want to go! What is your availability to talk? I usually like to meet weekly in a video format so we can see each other's reactions. I try to reply to messages as quickly as possible and will always reply within 24 hours.

I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor and the owner of Intrepid Change, where I provide individual therapy to adults navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, stress, and major life transitions. I believe therapy works best when it feels like a genuine conversation rather than a clinical interview. My approach is collaborative, down-to-earth, and practical. I want clients to feel comfortable being themselves, speaking openly, and exploring difficult experiences without fear of judgment. I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and other evidence-based approaches to help clients better understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. While developing insight is important, I also believe therapy should help you translate that understanding into meaningful changes in your everyday life. I bring warmth, humor, and honesty into my work. Sometimes that means providing support and space to process what's happening. Other times, it means asking challenging questions, exploring patterns, or helping you consider a different perspective. Ultimately, my goal is to meet you where you are, work alongside you, and help you develop the confidence and tools to move toward the life you want to build.

I’m Angela Josie, a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience helping individuals navigate anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, stress, and difficult My approach is collaborative, open-minded, and empowering. I believe therapy should be tailored to you, not a one-size-fits-all approach. We’ll work together to better understand your thoughts, emotions, and patterns while building practical tools that support the changes you want to make transitions. My goal is to help you build stronger coping skills, reconnect with your strengths, and feel more confident handling life’s challenges.

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker who is passionate about helping individuals feel seen, heard, and supported as they navigate life's challenges. My approach to therapy is compassionate, person-centered, and focused on helping clients recognize their strengths while developing healthier ways to cope and grow. I believe healing begins with understanding yourself, and I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel comfortable being their authentic selves. Through Intrinsically Anchored Therapy, I help individuals reconnect with themselves, build emotional resilience, and work toward a more balanced and fulfilling life.

I am a therapist with 10 years of experience working with adolescents and adults in various settings, including private practice, schools, inpatient hospitals, outpatient community-based care, IOP (Intensive Outpatient Program), and PHP (Partial Hospitalization Program). I am licensed in the states of MD, VA, and DC. Additionally, I provide DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) group therapy. In addition to my practice, I also serve as an adjunct instructor at Marymount University. I find great fulfillment in my job as it allows me to make a positive impact on the world by helping individuals on a one-on-one basis. Lastly, I am a certified coach practitioner, and I find great joy in assisting my patients in setting and accomplishing their personal goals. Whether it's in their personal or professional lives, I provide support and guidance to help them navigate their journey towards success.

Hi! I'm Hannah, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I enjoy helping my clients navigate life's challenges and create meaningful, lasting change. I have worked with many different clients facing many different challenges - from children struggling with school refusal to adults who have substance use disorders. I have specialized training in substance use disorder treatment and child/adolescent therapy, and will always tailor my approach to meet clients' unique needs.

Hi 👋🏽 I'm Dr. Judge! I specialize in supporting women and mothers through life's challenges, relationship concerns, and personal growth. This may include helping you manage anxiety, depression, mood swings, irritability, and burnout. Between motherhood, work, relationships, and the many responsibilities of everyday life, it's easy to lose sight of your own needs. Maybe you're navigating a new season of motherhood, trying to communicate more effectively in your relationships, working on setting boundaries, or simply wanting to feel more connected to yourself. I offer a warm, compassionate, faith-centered space where you can talk openly, gain perspective, and explore what matters most to you. You don't have to be in crisis to benefit from therapy. Sometimes, having a space to think things through, understand yourself better, and consider new ways of approaching life's challenges can make a meaningful difference. My approach is relational, collaborative, and practical. I believe that feeling heard and understood is an important part of growth. Together, we explore your concerns, identify patterns, and develop strategies that support the life and relationships you want to build. Please highlight the link https://www.intentionalchanges.org and place in your browser to get to know more about my practice and how I can be helpful to you. My goal is to provide compassionate, evidence-based, whole-person treatment that supports your unique needs and goals.

Hey there! I’m Sacha, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) in Virginia. I provide a compassionate, direct, and collaborative approach to therapy, where you can safely explore challenges while building tools for meaningful, lasting change. My goal is for you to feel more confident, empowered, and understood throughout our work together. I have experience in substance use settings and trauma-informed care, and I support clients navigating stress, trauma, mood challenges, and substance use. My approach is person-centered and tailored to you—this might look like building insight, strengthening coping tools, or helping you feel more grounded and stable day to day. EMDR supports your brain and body in processing experiences that may still feel present, activated, or unresolved. Rather than staying only in the story of what you’ve been through, EMDR helps create space for your system to actually reprocess and shift how those experiences are held.

Are you fighting anxiety, depression, profound life transitions like grief and loss, career shifts, addiction, or a newly diagnosed chronic/autoimmune medical condition? Hi, I'm Raisa, an LCSW and VCU graduate specializing in anxiety, depressive disorders, and the mental impact of medical trauma. Having survived trauma in early life and personally navigating an autoimmune condition requiring chemically and biologically invasive treatments as an adult; I hold a deep, non-judgmental understanding of the profound toll chronic illness takes on your life and identity. I value the power of resilience and adaptation in humans. This lived experience equips me to help you process medical trauma holistically. I provide warm, humanistic, virtual-only therapy tailored entirely to your unique story. As a South Asian person of color, I am verbally fluent in my native language, Bangla/Bengali, as well as Hindi, and some knowledge of Urdu. This background gives me deep insight into the unique cultural intersections that Asians can face in the Western world. Additionally, my professional background includes over 4.5 years of working in a jail, heavily highlighting my crisis intervention and suicidal/homicidal risk assessment skills while working directly with substance use and personality disorders. By combining Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Dr. Kabat-Zinn's mindfulness models (MBSR/MBCT), we will unpack your experiences in partnership. My clinical approach prioritizes a strongly holistic treatment plan across all 4 Bio-Psycho-Social-Spiritual domains of life, adapted to your diagnoses. If desired, this is an opportunity to hone your spiritual practice and discipline—intentionally refining, practicing, and sharpening your daily habits to connect with something larger than yourself. Together, we'll meet your needs, wants, and goals, by building practical tools to reclaim your peace, regain control, and thrive. Through unconditional regard and trust, I’m honored to stand by you and help re-discover the best version of yourself!

My name is Julia and I've been practicing in the Social Work field for 12 plus years. I am licensed Clinical Social Worker. I've received both my Bachelors and Masters in Social Work. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I believe therapy works best when it feels less like a clinical appointment and more like a conversation with someone who's genuinely listening — really listening, not just waiting for their turn to speak. That's the space I try to create in every session: one where you can be honest without feeling judged, and where you leave feeling a little lighter than when you walked in. Many of my clients tell me they felt comfortable opening up right away, even in their very first session. That's not an accident — I take the time to understand where you actually are in your life before jumping to solutions. Whether you're navigating a major life transition, working through anxiety or depression, or just feeling stuck and unsure how to move forward, my goal is to help you see your situation more clearly and find a path that actually fits your life. I use an integrative approach — drawing on humanistic, solution-focused, and behavioral techniques — but the tools matter less than the relationship. I want you to feel heard, supported, and a little more hopeful after every conversation we have.