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Barbara Brown, LPC

Virginia LPC guiding grief and life transitions
  • Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 29 years experience
  • Across the lifespan

About Barbara Brown

Barbara Brown is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in the Commonwealth of Virginia with 29 years of experience supporting people through emotional challenges, grief, loss, and significant life changes. She has worked across the lifespan with children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric clients in a variety of settings, helping individuals recognize and draw on the strengths they already possess to move toward more productive and life-affirming ways of living.

Her approach adapts to each person’s needs while also inviting gentle stretches beyond comfort zones, a process she views as essential for breaking patterns that contribute to ongoing difficulties. Barbara emphasizes coping strategies, self-compassion, and empowerment so that clients can accept where they are and find clearer direction for where they hope to go.

As a practitioner who values the courage it takes to seek help, she offers steady guidance when someone decides it is time to reach out. Her work centers on creating opportunities for growth and resilience while honoring the distinct experiences of every individual.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyGriefDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemBipolar disorder

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesCo-morbidityCommunication problemsControl issuesForgivenessHospice and end-of-life counselingMidlife crisisMood disordersSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Barbara Brown have?

Barbara Brown has 29 years of experience.

Is Barbara Brown a licensed therapist?

Yes. Barbara Brown is an LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: VA LPC 0701003654.

In which languages does Barbara Brown provide therapy?

Barbara Brown provides therapy in English.

Where is Barbara Brown located?

Barbara Brown is located in Virginia.

How can I work with Barbara Brown as my therapist?

You can work with Barbara Brown through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Barbara Brown work with international clients?

Barbara Brown does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Barbara Brown cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people wonder whether online therapy can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or managing life transitions, research and professional experience indicate that online therapy can be comparable in effectiveness to in-person sessions for most people.



One major benefit is flexibility. Individuals can connect with a therapist in the format that suits them best - via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - making it easier to fit counseling into a busy schedule.



Licensed professionals provide care through these options, and if someone feels a different match would be better, it is possible to switch therapists. For many, online therapy offers a practical and effective way to access consistent support while navigating everyday life.

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