I am licensed in Virginia with 25 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, motivation, self esteem, & confidence. I also have experience working with depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Additional areas of focus: Adoption and foster care, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Emptiness, Family problems, Forgiveness, Life purpose
VA LCSW 0904017679
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Sylvia exhibits a positive and respectful demeanor and has helped me so much in my therapy journey!
Written on Jul 16, 2025 after therapy with Sylvia for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Sylvia listens very well to me and offers valuable insights and encouragement that are helping me improve my mental wellbeing and my life.
Written on Jul 14, 2025 after therapy with Sylvia for 5 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and eating disorders
Sylvia has been a tremendous help while I’m going through a very hard time in my life. She isn’t afraid to speak plainly and tell the truth. She advocates for what is best for me, even if that isn’t solution I like. It is what will drive me to growth and resolution.
Written on Jun 07, 2025 after therapy with Sylvia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
I’m very happy to find a person who cares and goes out of their way to make sure she listens to what your needs are, and for that, I’m grateful
Written on May 06, 2025 after therapy with Sylvia for 2 weeks
Sylvia is just exactly what I needed in a therapist, and so much more than I was expecting! She is gentle, but firm, and always gives me the space to share what I need. She has been super helpful with proactively setting goals and working towards achieving them.
Written on Apr 09, 2025 after therapy with Sylvia for 2 months on issues concerning depression, bipolar disorder, and adhd
Compassionate
Written on Apr 04, 2025 after therapy with Sylvia for 2 months on issues concerning family conflicts, and trauma and abuse