Jan Barrymore , LPC

Jan Barrymore is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Virginia with 26 years of professional experience. As an LPC, she has formal training and a state license to provide counseling and therapeutic support to adults facing emotional and life challenges. Her work centers on helping people manage stress and anxiety, address depression, build self-esteem and motivation, and navigate anger and workplace issues.

Jan has particular experience supporting LGBTQ+ concerns and questions related to sexuality and identity, and she also works with clients exploring life purpose and self-love. She approaches each person with respect, positivity, compassion, and steady support, making space for individual differences and needs. Jan tailors conversations and treatment plans to match each client’s unique circumstances rather than applying a single template.

Recognizing that beginning therapy takes courage, she aims to create an encouraging environment where clients can take steps toward greater fulfillment and well-being. Jan offers guidance and partnership throughout the process, helping clients move from where they are toward clearer goals and improved functioning.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Flexible Online Care

Jan works with a range of evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and personal exploration. One approach emphasizes skill-building for stress, anxiety, and anger management - teaching pacing, grounding, and behavioral strategies that help reduce overwhelming reactions and improve daily functioning.

Another strand of her work centers on identity-focused support for LGBTQ+ clients and those exploring sexuality or life purpose; this approach creates space to clarify values, strengthen self-acceptance, and navigate relationship or workplace concerns. She also uses cognitive and behavioral skills aimed at improving self-esteem, motivation, and mood by identifying unhelpful thoughts and practicing different ways of responding to challenges.

Finding the right mix of techniques is part of the therapeutic process. Jan collaborates with each person to determine which approaches best fit their goals, needs, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. Online sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make this work accessible and flexible, allowing clients to attend from home or other convenient locations and to choose the format that fits their schedule and communication style.