Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Arlington, VA
Browse Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Arlington, Virginia. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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Yvonne-da Copeland
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and psychotherapist whose foremost goal is to equip each client with practical strategies that effectively facilitate a journey toward wholeness. I possess a bachelor's degree in sociology, a master's degree in administration, and a master's degree in social work. My fifteen years in clinical social work have included evidence-based treatment of clients from all walks of life--from the severely mentally ill to the mildly impaired to Veterans, to those in the general population.
3 Years Experience
In-Person in Arlington, VA 22203
Online in Arlington, VA
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Lisa Panelo
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MS, LCSW, CTMH
Hi, I’m Lisa Panelo, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Clinical Telemental Health Provider, passionate about supporting others through life’s challenges. My journey began as a teenager, volunteering wherever there was a need, driven by a desire to make a difference. Since becoming a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in 2007, I’ve spent over 25 years walking alongside individuals and families during some of their most difficult and transformative moments. Today, I focus on helping clients explore their strengths, navigate challenges, and move toward meaningful personal growth and their goals.
19 Years Experience
Online in Arlington, VA (Online Only)
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John Burkin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, LPCC, LCPC, CPL, Registered Member MBACP
Providing a safe, confidential space for you to work on those Outcomes you wish to reach in counseling is my top priority. I believe there must be trust and rapport between us for growth to occur and I invite you to be honest and direct. In return I will do the same. BOOK ONLINE at www.healingoutcomes.com
15 Years Experience
Online in Arlington, VA (Online Only)
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Dr. Heather Sheets
Psychologist, PsyD
I work with adults navigating life transitions, anxiety, relationship issues and challenges. I also have a special focus on men’s mental health, including the unique emotional struggles that come with divorce, separation, and relationship transitions. My therapeutic approach is strength-based and grounded in cognitive behavioral, interpersonal psychotherapy, and narrative psychology. Successful therapy uncovers inner strengths that may have been quieted or overlooked — transforming emotional pain into resilience, insight, and growth. Together, we work to build not just relief from distress, but renewed clarity and strength.
19 Years Experience
In-Person in Arlington, VA 22207
Online in Arlington, VA
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Karen Hahn, Therapist
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LICSW, LCSW-C
I help clients cultivate self-compassion, insight, and self-efficacy while exploring how life experiences, relationships, and patterns may contribute to current challenges. Together, we work toward healing in an environment grounded in kindness, humor, and empathy.
10 Years Experience
In-Person Near Arlington, VA
Online in Arlington, VA
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Robyn Brickel
Therapist, M.A., LMFT
Robyn Brickel, M.A., LMFT is founder and clinical director of Brickel and Associates, LLC in Old Town, Alexandria, Virginia. She and her team bring a strengths-based, trauma-informed, systems approach to the treatment of mood disorders, addiction, trauma, self-harm, eating disorders, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, and other mental health conditions. She is deeply committed to clinical practice, professional education and better public awareness of mental health issues. Robyn is a writer who regularly blogs about trauma and trauma-informed care.
28 Years Experience
In-Person Near Arlington, VA
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Fox and Owl Psychotherapy
Therapist
We aim to provide support for those looking for guidance around their sexuality, gender, relationship structure, religious trauma, and/or their relationship with their body, all while centering the impact that race, ethnicity, size, age, socioeconomic status, and other factors can have on those areas.
6 Years Experience
Online in Arlington, VA (Online Only)
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Rivers of Hope Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor
Rivers of Hope Counseling is a non-judgmental, compassionate, LGBTIA affirming, and faith based practice. Our mission is to help you rediscover hope and healing wherever you are. Step by step, day by day, our experienced professionals will walk with you towards hope, purpose, and clarity.
6 Years Experience
In-Person Near Arlington, VA
Online in Arlington, VA
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Paws2Heal Mental Health Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Choosing to begin therapy is a deeply personal and meaningful decision, and we are dedicated to making your experience warm, supportive, and effective. Our focus is creating a safe, welcoming space where healing can take root. We offer a variety of therapeutic approaches—including EMDR, IFS, and somatic therapies—carefully tailored to each client’s individual needs and goals. For those who benefit from animal-assisted therapy, our therapy animals are available to offer added comfort and support. Every person who comes to our practice is seen, heard, and valued, and we collaborate closely to identify the path that feels most aligned.
8 Years Experience
In-Person Near Arlington, VA
Online in Arlington, VA
Arlington is home to the Pentagon and a concentration of federal government, defense contracting, and intelligence community workers that gives it a distinctive therapy clientele — people who often cannot openly discuss their work, carry significant stress related to security clearances, and navigate the psychological weight of careers lived at the intersection of policy and national security. The county is one of the most educated and affluent in the United States, with a population that is generally comfortable seeking therapy and financially able to engage in longer-term work. VHC Health (formerly Virginia Hospital Center) and the broader Northern Virginia healthcare ecosystem provide institutional mental health resources alongside one of the most established private practice communities in the Washington DC metro area. Arlington's large Latino population — concentrated in the Columbia Pike corridor — creates important demand for Spanish-speaking and culturally affirming therapists alongside the predominantly white-collar therapy clientele.
Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Arlington, VA Statistics
Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Arlington, VA average 12 years of experience and charge around $192 per session. 98% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (87%), Depression (76%), and Stress (65%).
Average years in practice
12 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$192
Accept insurance
46%
Offer sliding scale
37%
Gender ID
| 69% |
Female |
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| 24% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 55% |
In Person and Online |
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| 43% |
Online Only |
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| 2% |
In Person Only |
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Top Specialties
| 87% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 76% | Depression |
| 65% | Stress |
| 57% | Self Esteem |
| 56% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 49% | Loss or Grief |
| 49% | Social Anxiety |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 86% | Young Adult |
| 51% | Senior |
| 43% | Teen |
| 21% | Children |
Client Focus
| 59% | Women |
| 38% | Men |
| 37% | LGBTQ+ |
| 35% | Military / Veterans |
| 27% | Christian |