Ruth Ann Talley , LCSW

Ruth Ann Talley is a Virginia-licensed LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who brings a broad background in medical and geriatric social work to her therapeutic practice. She has extensive experience working directly with military members, addressing concerns such as depression, anxiety, chronic life stressors, insomnia, and trauma. Her clinical focus also encompasses relationship and family issues, grief, self-esteem, and caregiving challenges.

Ruth Ann approaches therapy as a collaborative process, inviting clients to participate actively in shaping goals and strategies for change. She draws on client-centered methods to support individuals with empathy and respect, and uses cognitive behavioral techniques to help people identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. Her work is informed by years of supporting people across life stages and circumstances, with an emphasis on practical coping skills and meaningful outcomes.

Approaches and Benefits of Online Therapy with Ruth Ann Talley

Ruth Ann Talley incorporates client-centered therapy, which emphasizes empathic listening and respect for each person's experience, helping clients build insight and make changes at their own pace. She also uses cognitive behavioral therapy - a structured approach that helps people recognize connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and develop practical strategies for reducing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and insomnia.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Ruth Ann works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods align best with their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors interventions over time and invites client feedback to adapt the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, to maintain continuity during life transitions, and to receive consistent support from licensed professionals and therapists regardless of location.