- Depression and anxiety
- Addiction and recovery
- CBT and mindfulness
About Arianna
Arianna Ayala is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Virginia with seven years of experience. She works with adults on issues such as depression, anxiety, addiction, grief, relationship concerns, and self-esteem. Arianna also lists support for LGBT concerns, parenting stress, career questions, and coping with life changes.
Arianna favors a client-centered way of working. She helps people notice their own strengths and then build practical steps from there. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to connect thoughts, feelings, and actions and to try out different patterns in daily life. Arianna pays attention to attachment and relational patterns, and she addresses issues such as abandonment, codependency, and communication problems as they come up. She has experience supporting people dealing with trauma, post-traumatic stress, and substance-related problems. She names multicultural concerns, prejudice and discrimination, and guilt or shame among the topics she works with. Arianna’s practical focus includes process addictions and co-occurring difficulties where several concerns overlap. The description of her practice is aimed at adults seeking clearer direction and workable strategies. To begin, readers should use the See online therapy options button and complete the short matching questionnaire before scheduling a first session. The subscription used for sessions can be canceled at any time, and costs vary with location.
Therapeutic approaches and working online
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting so the person can find their own solutions and make choices that fit their life. It helps when someone feels unsure about what they want or how to move forward.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It uses specific exercises and experiments to change patterns that contribute to anxiety, depression, or unhealthy behaviors.
Mindfulness Therapy brings attention to present-moment experience and simple practices that reduce reactivity. It can be useful for stress, rumination, and building awareness of emotional triggers.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, try methods, and adjust the plan together based on what helps most. That collaborative process aims to match techniques to the client's needs and preferences rather than sticking to one fixed method.
Confirm current session formats before booking, because the biography does not list specific options. In practice, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Some people prefer video for face-to-face conversation, while others use audio for a simpler setup. Ask about available formats when you complete the matching questionnaire so scheduling can match your daily life.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Virginia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with adults on depression, anxiety, addictions, grief, self-esteem, relationship and family concerns, and coping with life changes.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her practice is client-centered, using practical problem-solving and skills-building. She also incorporates CBT, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and psychodynamic ideas when helpful.
How much experience does she have?
She has seven years of counseling experience working with adults on a range of concerns including trauma and substance-related issues.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia and works with adults in that state.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
She does not accept international clients. Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are offered?
Confirm current session options before booking since the biography does not specify formats. Please check the platform details for session types.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session through the platform.
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