Individual therapy offers a private, supportive space to process life's challenges, build self-awareness, and develop lasting tools for emotional wellness. Our therapists in Ashburn work with children, teens, and adults.
Individual counseling is a private, one-on-one relationship between you and a licensed therapist. No distractions, no group dynamics, no agenda but your own. Just space to talk honestly about what is going on and figure out what to do about it. If you are wondering whether individual therapy or couples counseling (or family therapy) makes more sense, both can happen at the same time. Individual therapy is the right starting point when your goals are personal, when you need private space to process, or when you want to strengthen yourself independent of a relationship dynamic.
Our therapists work with the full range of what life throws at people. Anxiety that will not switch off. Depression that flattens everything. Grief, relationship stress, and the exhaustion of trying to hold it all together. For clients dealing with trauma, we also offer EMDR therapy, a specialized, evidence-based approach that targets difficult memories directly rather than just managing symptoms. A big part of individual counseling is also building practical skills for the real world: how you talk to yourself when things go wrong, how you respond under pressure, how you set limits with people who drain you.
Your first session is mostly a conversation. Your therapist will ask about what brought you in, a bit of your history, and what you are hoping to work on. You are not expected to have everything figured out before you arrive. Not sure which therapist is right for you? Our provider matching page helps you find someone who specializes in exactly what you are dealing with, so you start from a stronger place.
Riverside therapists are trained in evidence-based methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based therapy, and EMDR. The American Psychological Association consistently finds that therapy produces meaningful, lasting change for the vast majority of people who engage with it. The National Institute of Mental Health also notes that finding a good fit with your therapist is one of the strongest predictors of a positive outcome, which is why we prioritize thoughtful matching over convenience.
We have served Loudoun County since 2002 and understand the specific pressures of Northern Virginia life: demanding careers, high-achieving schools, and the relentless pace of the DC metro area. We offer in-person sessions in Ashburn and secure telehealth throughout Virginia. You do not need to be in crisis to benefit. If you are still on the fence about whether therapy makes sense for you right now, read our post on 8 signs it might be time to see a therapist.
Amanda draws on years as a school counselor in Loudoun County to support children, teens, and families. Warm and practical, she helps clients build skills they can actually use.
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Angela helps women and girls navigate anxiety, depression, and life transitions with evidence-based support and genuine care. Down-to-earth and easy to open up to.
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Angela creates a welcoming space where people feel comfortable being honest. She works with adults and teens navigating anxiety, depression, and the pressures of everyday life.
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Arlene specializes in addiction, dual-diagnosis, and recovery. She is bilingual in English and Spanish and brings both warmth and real accountability to her work with clients.
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Cara creates a warm, unhurried space for adults working through anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, and relationship challenges. Her style is direct and genuinely compassionate.
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Chiara works with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, grief, and life transitions in a warm, person-centered space. She meets clients where they are and helps them build lasting change.
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Christine works with adults through anxiety, depression, grief, and life transitions. She draws from CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed care to create a space that feels supportive and real.
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Dan takes a structured, educational approach to therapy, using diagrams, models, and real-time teaching so clients leave sessions not just feeling heard but actually equipped.
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Deegan specializes in anxiety, OCD, and trauma. He brings structure, warmth, and evidence-based tools to sessions that help clients understand and shift the patterns driving their distress.
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Faith helps teens and adults navigate anxiety, depression, and life changes with an affirming, strength-based approach. She creates a safe space where clients feel genuinely heard.
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Dr. Hollman specializes in children, families, and individuals navigating trauma, ADHD, and emotional regulation challenges. Her calm, patient style helps even the most anxious clients feel at ease.
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Kim helps individuals and families build emotional regulation, communication skills, and deeper connection. Her warm, relational style creates a safe space for real, lasting growth.
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Margaret is a licensed clinical social worker with over 15 years of experience working with children, teens, adults, and families. She often partners with her certified therapy dog, Shiloh, for added comfort.
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Mike works with teens and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges. He brings a steady, direct approach that clients often describe as grounding and motivating.
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Raychelle supports teens, adults, and couples through anxiety, depression, life transitions, and identity exploration. She blends warmth with evidence-based tools to help clients build genuine resilience.
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Scott is a licensed psychologist working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. He brings depth and practical tools to therapy across a wide range of presenting concerns.
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Tammy brings warmth and a strengths-based approach to individual therapy, helping adults navigate life's most difficult seasons with practical tools they can use every day.
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Your first session is a chance for you and your therapist to get to know each other. We'll explore what brought you to therapy, your goals, and what a typical week looks like for you. There's no pressure to share everything at once, we move at your pace.
Session length varies by person and concern. Many clients see meaningful progress within 8–16 sessions. Some prefer ongoing support for longer periods. We'll discuss your goals early on and reassess together as you grow.
Riverside works with select insurance providers and offers private-pay options. We recommend verifying your specific mental health benefits before your first session. Our front desk team can help answer coverage questions at (703) 724-0200.
We offer both in-person sessions at our Ashburn office and secure telehealth sessions via video for residents throughout Virginia. You can choose whatever format works best for your schedule and comfort level.
Individual therapy at Riverside helps with anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, grief, relationship difficulties, life transitions, low self-esteem, and more. If you're unsure whether therapy is right for your concern, call us, we'll help you figure it out.
Our compassionate team in Ashburn & Leesburg is ready to help. New patients welcome.
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Same-week appointments available in Ashburn, VA, in person or via telehealth.