Licensed clinical social worker recordVirginia
Terri Braxton, LICSW, LCSW
Virginia
Licensed clinical social worker - stress and family issues
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- Credentials
- LICSW, LCSW
- Licensed in Virginia
- LCSW, licence 0904003901
- Licensed in Maryland
- LCSW-C, licence 07426
- Licensed in District of Columbia
- LICSW, licence LC200002066
- NPI
- 1043776917
- Experience
- 35 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Virginia
These details come from information Terri supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Stress and anxiety
- Family conflict
- Evidence-based techniques
About Terri
Terri Braxton is a licensed clinical social worker in Virginia with 35 years of experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, family conflict, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Terri works with people facing transitions and difficult emotions and aims for clear, practical support.
She helps people name what feels most urgent and then breaks problems into manageable steps. Her work addresses communication problems, caregiver stress, blended family issues, and divorce or separation. She also supports people dealing with attachment concerns, adoption and foster care questions, aging and geriatric issues, and challenges related to autism or Asperger Syndrome.
Terri uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and keeps the conversation straightforward. Sessions are focused on concrete strategies for coping, handling control issues, and reducing guilt or shame. She talks through practical ways to rebuild trust after infidelity and to process grief from natural or human-caused disasters.
Her background includes long-term clinical practice in Virginia and a lifetime of work with adult clients navigating family and life-stage pressures. Terri is identified by the credentials LICSW and LCSW and lists Virginia licensure.
People who prefer a direct, problem-solving approach tend to work well with her. She explains options, helps set realistic short-term goals, and supports follow-through on practical steps. For session details and formats, confirm current options before booking.
BHow sessions work
How evidence-based methods translate to online sessions
Terri uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and clear steps. One common approach she uses helps people notice thought patterns that feed anxiety and then practice small changes to reduce their impact. Another approach emphasizes improving communication and problem-solving skills to address family conflict and caregiver stress.Finding the best approach is a collaborative process. The therapist and client review needs, goals, and preferences together and adjust methods over time. That can mean trying a skills-based exercise for a few sessions or shifting to longer talk work when deeper processing is needed.
The original biography does not specify which online formats are offered, so confirm current session options before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life by reducing travel time, enabling shorter check-ins when needed, and allowing work during a lunch break or quiet hour at home. Licensed professionals can use online appointments to continue steady progress while adapting session length and focus to what a client can realistically manage.
CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
35+ years
Listed in
Virginia, Maryland, District of Columbia
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, family conflict, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. The profile also lists topics like caregiver stress, adoption and foster care, and attachment issues.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her approach is practical and direct, using evidence-based therapeutic techniques to break problems into manageable steps. Sessions focus on concrete coping strategies and clearer communication.
How much experience does she have?
She has 35 years of clinical experience working with adult clients. That span covers a range of family and life-stage concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she licensed?
She holds the credentials LICSW and LCSW and is licensed in Virginia.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
The biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the chosen plan.
What should I do to start work with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through that process.
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