Online therapy in Virginia

Explore online therapists and medication management providers in Virginia. Compare their approach and availability, then contact providers directly.
About finding online care in this state

Searching for an online therapist in Virginia can open up more options than staying within a short drive of home. This page is here to help you find therapists licensed in Virginia who offer online care. Whether you are in Northern Virginia, Richmond, Hampton Roads, the Shenandoah Valley, or a smaller community, telehealth lets you compare providers across the state instead of limiting your search to whoever is closest. That makes it easier to focus on fit: the issues you want help with, the kind of support you want, and the style of care that feels right for you. You can narrow your search with filters for specialty, therapy modality, language, age group, insurance, and whether you are looking for a therapist, medication management, or both.

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Melissa Daoud

Thrive Hive Counseling

LMFT

Licensed In:
California, Virginia
“I help clients manage stressors tied to school, work, and identity. Since everyone feels differently, I tailor my approach, integrating tools to regulate emotions while honoring the unique systems and environments you live in. Many of the people I work with come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, OCD, ADHD, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, or emotions that feel difficult to manage. Others are navigating life transitions, identity development, family conflict, or the unique challenges that come with growing up in today’s world. I especially like helping clients better understand themselves, strengthen their relationships, and develop practical tools they can use long after therapy ends. I enjoy working with children and tweens with big emotions, with a strong emphasis on parent involvement. I also have a passion for working with children of immigrant families and individuals navigating cultural or generational experiences within their families.”
Services:
Child Therapy, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Behavioral Issues · Bipolar Disorder · Depression · Highly Sensitive People (HSP) · Mood Disorders · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Phobias · Self-Harming · Suicidal Ideation
Annalisa Erba

Annalisa Erba, Psy.D.

PsyD

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“I have studied and worked with people who have experienced significant losses/grief (particularly early parental loss) in great depth. I have also had considerable experience with people who are struggling with issues around relationships, anxiety, overfunctioning, infidelity, early adulthood/mid life crises/aging, peri/menopause, fertility, cross cultural issues, perfectionism and existential questions.”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Aging · Anxiety · Attachment · Grief · Infertility & Reproductive Mental Health · Infidelity / Affair Recovery · Life Transitions · Menopause & Perimenopause · Perfectionism · Relationship Issues · Spirituality · Women’s Mental Health
Hilary Tarkington Stowers

Holistic Health and Nutrition, LLC

NCC, RiC, Grief Counselor

Licensed In:
Virginia
“I work with adults, primarily women. These are people who have put so many others first, neglecting their own needs & self-care. Finally, she is ready to prioritize herself, and may even feel guilty for doing so. Clients may be in the sandwich generation, caring for elderly parents and dealing with caregiver fatigue and anticipatory grief. She could be experiencing issues with an adult child, including navigating estrangement. The client could be a high-functioning co-dependent. She is often an over-achiever. She may be exiting a relationship with a narcissistic/toxic partner, and rediscovering herself while learning how to parallel parent. She may have lost a spouse, parent, or child, and needs support in her grief journey. This client may need to address childhood trauma, and explore attachment wounds/styles. She wants to find her voice, and establish & maintain healthy boundaries.”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Aging · Anxiety · Attachment · Body Dysmorphia · Burnout · Career Counseling · Chronic Pain and Illness · Codependency · Depression · Divorce · Grief · Life Transitions · Menopause & Perimenopause · Older Adults & Aging · Perfectionism · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Trauma & PTSD · Weight Loss · Women’s Mental Health
Allison Gasca-Backman

Brown Dog Therapy and Wellness

LICSW

Licensed In:
Maryland, Massachusetts, Virginia
“Folks in larger bodies who have experienced weight stigma, medical trauma, chronic health conditions, eating disorders, and chronic dieting. Folks with a history of trauma, especially during childhood/attachment, as well as due to identity. Folks who want to explore their identity, culture, gender, and who want to deconstruct beliefs about themselves that have been placed on them by dominant worldview narratives.”
Services:
Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Attachment · Chronic Pain and Illness · Depression · Eating Disorders · Gender Identity · Grief · Immigrant & Refugee Mental Health · Perfectionism · Pregnancy, Postpartum & Perinatal Mental Health · Trauma & PTSD
Deniece Russell-McAdory

Prestigious Guidance Services, PLLC

PMHNP-BC

Licensed In:
Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Mississippi, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia
“I provide compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care for teens and adults experiencing a wide range of mental health challenges. My practice focuses on individuals seeking medication management and supportive care to improve emotional wellness and daily functioning. I commonly work with clients experiencing: Anxiety disorders, Depression, ADHD, Mood disorders, Stress and burnout, Sleep disturbances, Adjustment challenges and life transitions. I support individuals who are looking for thoughtful medication management, personalized treatment planning, and a collaborative approach to mental health care.”
Services:
Medication Management
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Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“I work with high achieving teens and adults who want to uncouple their feelings of worthiness from how much they accomplish. I specialize in working with medical professionals and students at college preparatory boarding schools.”
Services:
Individual Therapy, Teen Therapy
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Brittany Webb

Better Minds Counseling & Services

LPC, LCPC, CCATP

Licensed In:
Delaware, Florida, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia
“At Better Minds Counseling & Services, we provide therapy for adults navigating anxiety, OCD, trauma, depression, ADHD, chronic pain, and relationship challenges. Our therapists specialize in working with high-functioning individuals, overachievers, and those feeling stuck in cycles of overthinking or self-doubt. We are an LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy practice and support clients across Pennsylvania and beyond through virtual therapy. Whether you're dealing with intrusive thoughts, panic, burnout, or life transitions, our team offers personalized, evidence-based care tailored to your needs.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anger Management · Anxiety · Bipolar Disorder · Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs) · Burnout · Chronic Pain and Illness · Consensual Non-Monogamy · Depression · Domestic Abuse · Gender Identity · Men’s Mental Health · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Panic · Perfectionism · Phobias · Relationship Issues · Sexual Abuse · Substance Use · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Licensed In:
North Carolina, South Dakota, Utah, Virginia, Wyoming
“I work with individuals, couples and groups to provide evidence-based treatment for their needs. Sessions are client centered within evidence-based modalities. I have worked with those dealing with domestic violence, PTSD, eating disorders, substance abuse, borderline personalities, boundary issues, childhood trauma issues and legal involvement.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Sarah O’Shea

KaleidoSpark Co.

PhD, LP, HS-P

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“You or your child may be bright and capable, yet struggling in ways that are difficult to understand or explain. I provide comprehensive psychological and psychoeducational evaluations for children, teens, and adults seeking clarity around ADHD, autism, learning differences, giftedness and twice-exceptionality (2e), executive functioning, and emotional concerns such as anxiety, mood, or trauma that may intersect with neurodivergence. My evaluations look beyond a diagnosis to understand the whole person—bringing together cognitive strengths, learning, attention, emotional functioning, developmental history, and lived experience to make sense of complex or overlapping patterns. I also provide neurodiversity-affirming therapy for children, teens, and adults seeking greater self-understanding, practical support, and more sustainable ways of navigating everyday life.”
Services:
Child Therapy, Clinical Supervision, Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy, Teen Therapy, Testing and Evaluations
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Autism · Depression · Educational and Learning Disabilities · Life Transitions · Mood Disorders · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Perfectionism · Phobias · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Krishna Bright

Krishna Bright, PLLC/Connect The Signs

LPC

Licensed In:
Arizona, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Virginia
“Adults”
Services:
Individual Therapy, Sex Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Attachment · Autism · Burnout · Career Counseling · Chronic Pain and Illness · Codependency · Consensual Non-Monogamy · Depression · Divorce · Educational and Learning Disabilities · Grief · Life Transitions · Pregnancy, Postpartum & Perinatal Mental Health · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Spirituality · Trauma & PTSD · Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) · Women’s Mental Health
Dr. Jessica Hasson

Pay It Forward Assessments

PhD

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“I work with children as young as 4, adolescents, and adults. I conduct a variety of different types of evaluations using a therapeutic, strengths based-approach. These include comprehensive psychological evaluations, psychoeducational evaluations, diagnostic clarification, treatment recommendations, personality assessment, assessment with 2E Individuals, & Child/Adolescent/Adult Autism Evaluations.”
Services:
Individual Therapy, Testing and Evaluations
Specialties:
ADHD · Autism · Bipolar Disorder · Depression · Dissociative Disorders · Educational and Learning Disabilities · Highly Sensitive People (HSP) · Life Transitions · Menopause & Perimenopause · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Personality Disorders · Psychosis · Trauma & PTSD
Edward Geraty

INSITE Integrative Services LLC

LCSW-C, LICSW, LCSW

Licensed In:
Delaware, Florida, Maryland, New York, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, DC, West Virginia
“Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Relationships, Work/Life Balance, Couples and Marriage Therapy, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Men's Issues, Trauma, End of Life Issues, Grief / Bereavement, Family Issues, Stress Management, Gay / Lesbian / Bisexual Issues, Existential Issues.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Addiction · Anger Management · Anxiety · Attachment · Behavioral Issues · Bipolar Disorder · Cancer · Career Counseling · Caregiver Support · Chronic Pain and Illness · Codependency · Depression · Divorce · End-of-Life · Executive Coaching · Faith-Based Care · Gender Identity · Grief · Infidelity / Affair Recovery · Insomnia & Sleep Disorders · Men’s Mental Health · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Older Adults & Aging · Out-of-Control Sexual Behavior · Panic · Personality Disorders · Phobias · Religious Trauma & Spiritual Abuse · Self Esteem · Spiritual Abuse · Trauma & PTSD

Finding online care in Virginia

Online therapy can be especially practical in Virginia because getting to an office can look very different depending on where you live. In Northern Virginia, traffic and commuting can make a short appointment take much more time out of your day. In Hampton Roads, bridge-tunnel traffic can add another layer of unpredictability. And in mountain, valley, or more rural parts of the Commonwealth, distance, road conditions, and winter weather can make in-person care harder to keep consistent. Telehealth gives you room to look beyond the nearest office and compare Virginia-licensed providers across different parts of the state. That can be a real advantage if you are balancing work, classes, caregiving, or frequent travel within Virginia. As you browse, think about fit, current availability, session times, payment options, and whether you want therapy, medication management, or both. The Virginia resources below can also help you verify a license or find public and lower-cost support when needed.

Online therapy in Virginia: common questions

How do I use this page to find the right fit for online therapy in Virginia?

Start with the filters that matter most to you, such as specialty, therapy modality, language, age group, insurance, and whether you are looking for therapy or medication management. From there, read a few profiles closely and compare things like approach, availability, and whether the provider feels like a good match for what you want help with. It can be helpful to reach out to two or three people so you can compare fit before booking.

What should I ask before booking with a therapist?

A good place to start is asking whether the therapist is licensed to see clients in Virginia, whether they work with the concern you want help with, and what their style is like. You can also ask what the first few sessions usually involve, how scheduling works, and what to expect for cost, insurance, or self pay. Beyond logistics, it is okay to pay attention to how you feel in the conversation. Therapy is personal, and feeling comfortable with the therapist matters.

Does my online therapist have to live in Virginia, and what happens if I travel out of state?

No. Your therapist does not have to live in Virginia. What matters is whether they are licensed, or otherwise allowed, to see you where you are physically located during the session. If you will be traveling, tell the provider before your appointment. Depending on where you are, they may be able to continue care, may need to reschedule, or may need multistate authority. This guide to therapists licensed in multiple states can help you plan ahead.

What types of mental health services are available online through telehealth in Virginia?

Depending on the provider, you may find individual therapy, child or teen therapy, couples counseling, family therapy, group therapy, medication management, and testing and evaluations. The right service depends on your needs, your goals, and what a provider offers through telehealth.

Can I find medication management providers here, and how is medication management different from online therapy?

Yes. Some providers here offer medication management, some offer therapy, and some offer both. Medication management focuses on evaluating symptoms, prescribing when appropriate, monitoring side effects, and adjusting medication over time. Online therapy focuses on building coping skills, emotional support, and behavior change. Some people use one service, while others use both. If you need a controlled substance prescription, check directly with the provider, because telehealth prescribing rules and provider policies can vary.

Where can I start if I need lower cost or public mental health support in Virginia?

A good starting point is Virginia’s DBHDS Find Help page, which points people to community programs and says help is available no matter your ability to pay. You can also look up your local Community Services Board, use 211 Virginia for community resources, or check NAMI Virginia for support groups, education, and local connections. If you are in crisis, call or text 988. The official links are included in the resources below.

How do I verify a therapist or prescriber’s Virginia license?

Virginia’s Department of Health Professions has a public lookup tool where you can search a provider’s license and basic credential information. If you want to dig deeper by profession, the official board links can be listed in the resources section below as well.

Does insurance cover online therapy in Virginia, and how does payment usually work?

Coverage varies by plan. Some plans cover telehealth mental health care, and Virginia Medicaid offers behavioral health services and telehealth options. The amount you pay can still depend on your network, deductible, copay, and the type of service you are booking. Before scheduling, ask whether the provider is in network, what you will owe per session, and whether they can provide a superbill if you plan to use out-of-network benefits.

What technology or privacy setup do I need for virtual sessions?

For most online therapy appointments, it is best to meet from a secure location with privacy and a reliable internet connection. A computer or laptop is usually ideal, though some providers may also allow sessions by phone or tablet. Most telehealth therapy appointments happen by video. In some situations, phone calls, texting, or email may also be used as part of telehealth, depending on the provider, the type of service, and the platform they use. Many providers also have their own policies about where clients can attend sessions from, so it is a good idea to check with the provider ahead of time.

When is online therapy not the right choice?

Online therapy may not be the best fit if you are in immediate crisis, need emergency support, require a higher level of care, or do not have a private space for sessions. In those situations, in person services or local crisis resources may be more appropriate. If you are in immediate danger or need urgent help, contact local emergency services or call or text 988 right away.

Virginia mental health resources

Virginia 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

24/7 call, text, and chat support for suicidal crisis, emotional distress, and substance use crisis.

DBHDS Find Help

State starting point for crisis care, public behavioral health services, and local help options.

CSB/BHA Directory

Search your local Community Services Board or Behavioral Health Authority by city, county, zip, or name.

NAMI Virginia

State NAMI chapter with support groups, education, advocacy, and local affiliate connections.

Virginia Association of Free & Charitable Clinics

Find clinics serving uninsured Virginians; some sites include mental health, pharmacy, or related support.

Virginia DHP License Lookup

Search by occupation, name, location, or status to verify many Virginia health licenses.

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Need urgent support? Therapy Expanded is not a crisis service. If you are in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. If you need urgent mental health, suicide, domestic violence, substance use, or LGBTQIA+ support, visit our crisis and mental health resources page.