Individual Therapy Services for Adults and Teens in Arlington, VA
Whether you are struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, stress, or navigating a major life transition, therapy offers structure and support so that you can find a path forward that works for you. At Virginia Lindahl, Ph.D. Therapy and Psych Testing in Arlington, Virginia, I provide therapy services for adults and adolescents who are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from the lives they want to lead. With over 20 years of clinical experience, my work as a personal therapist is grounded in collaboration, compassion, and practical skill-building. Individual therapy at my practice is a space where we can slow things down, make sense of challenges, and create meaningful change that fits your life.
What Does Individual Therapy Look Like?
Individual therapy is tailored to each person’s goals, concerns, and strengths. Some clients come to therapy with a clear focus, while others arrive feeling overwhelmed or unsure where to begin. Everyone is welcome! For adults, therapy provides space to reflect, gain clarity, and make meaningful change. I also work with children and teens facing anxiety, depression, emotional stress, academic pressure, or relationship struggles. Together, we’ll uncover what’s getting in the way of your goals and build effective strategies using evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
Evidence-Based Therapy Services in NOVA
My approach to individual therapy is grounded in research-supported treatments and adapted to the real-world struggles my clients face. Depending on your needs, I may use:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to address unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors
- Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for obsessive-compulsive disorder
- CBT-I for insomnia and sleep-related difficulties
- Mindfulness-based CBT to build emotional regulation and reduce reactivity
- Skills drawn from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Habit Reversal Training (HRT), when appropriate
Therapy is active and collaborative, with a focus on skills you can apply outside of sessions. In addition to in-person therapy in Arlington, VA, I offer teletherapy to clients in over 40 states through PSYPACT. The added flexibility that telehealth provides can allow therapy to fit into busy lives while maintaining high clinical standards. Sessions are conducted securely via a HIPAA-compliant video platform. If you’re not located in the DC area, feel free to contact me anyway to see if we can work together.
Who Can Benefit From Individual Therapy?
I provide individual therapy for a wide range of concerns and life stages. The main clients I work with include children navigating anxiety or behavioral challenges, teens coping with academic pressure or emotional stress, and adults managing complex demands at work or home. Common concerns I help with include:
- Generalized anxiety, panic, and chronic stress
- Low self-esteem and self-doubt
- Depression
- School-related stress and perfectionism
- Sleep issues with CBT for insomnia
- Relationship and family challenges
- Adjustment difficulties and life transitions
- Emotional regulation and coping challenges
I tailor treatment to each of my clients rather than applying a one-size-fits-all solution. Many of my clients benefit from psychological testing as well, allowing treatment to be informed by a deeper understanding of how they think and learn. This is especially useful for those who suspect they might be dealing with learning differences.
A Personal Therapist You Can Trust
Whether you prefer in-person sessions or online therapy, support is available, but finding the right therapist can make all the difference. If you’re looking for thoughtful, evidence-based individual therapy in Arlington, VA, I’d be glad to help. Contact Virginia Lindahl, Ph.D. Therapy and Psych Testing today to schedule a consultation and take the next step toward meaningful, lasting change. Reach out to get started!