Elizabeth Moonan , LCSW

Elizabeth Moonan is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing in Virginia with nine years of experience in a range of clinical settings. She works with people facing stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, relationship challenges, bipolar disorder, and depression, helping clients navigate both everyday pressures and complex mental health concerns.

Her therapeutic style is warm, empathetic, and interactive, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Elizabeth emphasizes whole-health and wellness, viewing therapy as one part of a broader treatment plan that may include medication, community supports, or attention to nutrition. She practices in an environment that prioritizes community, belonging, and mutual support, recognizing how connection contributes to healing.

Elizabeth integrates cognitive-behavioral techniques, strengths-based principles, and person-centered care to tailor conversations and treatment to each individual. She adapts the pace and focus of therapy to match a client’s needs, preferences, and goals. Acknowledging the courage it takes to begin therapy, Elizabeth aims to support and empower clients as they work toward more fulfilling and balanced lives.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Online Care with Elizabeth Moonan

Elizabeth uses cognitive-behavioral techniques to help clients identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop practical skills for managing symptoms - this approach is often applied to mood, anxiety, and stress-related concerns. She also draws on strengths-based methods that focus on a person’s existing resources and resilience, helping clients build confidence and apply what already works in their lives. In addition, Elizabeth incorporates person-centered therapy, offering empathetic, client-led support that emphasizes listening and collaboration to explore values, goals, and emotional experience.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Elizabeth works collaboratively with each client to determine which techniques fit best with their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan over time as progress and circumstances evolve.

Online therapy with Elizabeth is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support without travel, allowing therapy to fit more naturally into daily life while preserving the collaborative relationship between client and therapist.