Use our online scheduler or call our team, we’ll find you the right clinician, fast.
Mon–Fri 9am–5pm • In-person & Telehealth • Same-week slots often available
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What happens after you book online.
You’ll receive a link to fill out your health history and goals before your visit, typically 15–20 minutes.
Our admin team will reach out to confirm you’re connected with the right service and provider, review fees, and make sure you’re all set. Confirmation is required to secure your appointment.
Meet your clinician in Ashburn or via secure telehealth, whatever works best for you.
Both options are available for most services. Here is how to decide what works best for you.
You can book online using the scheduling widget on this page, or call our front desk at (703) 724-0200 Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm. Online booking lets you browse available providers and real-time openings. Phone booking is a great option if you want help choosing the right clinician.
Same-week appointments are often available for new patients. Availability varies by provider and service type. Psychiatry appointments may have a slightly longer lead time than therapy, but our front desk can usually find an opening within 1 to 2 weeks even for those.
Your first session is an intake appointment. Your clinician will spend time getting to know you, asking about what brings you in, your history, and your goals. It's a conversation, not a test. You'll also have a chance to ask questions and decide together what the next steps look like. First sessions are typically 60 minutes for therapy and 60 to 75 minutes for psychiatry.
Riverside is primarily a private-pay practice. We provide superbills after each session so you can submit for reimbursement if your plan includes out-of-network mental health benefits. Select providers accept Anthem BCBS and UnitedHealthcare/Optum. Our front desk can confirm which providers accept each plan when you call.
Yes. Most of our therapists and prescribers offer secure video sessions for clients throughout Virginia. You can book telehealth the same way as in-person appointments. If you'd like to switch between telehealth and in-person, just let our front desk know and we'll update your preference.
Please give us at least 24 hours notice if you need to cancel or reschedule. Late cancellations or no-shows may be subject to a fee. You can reach our front desk by phone at (703) 724-0200 or by email at frontdesk@riversidecounseling.net.
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