Deena Robertson

Compassionate, practical therapy for life challenges

LPC Virginia

Experience: 5 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Trauma and abuse
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages: English

About Deena

Deena Robertson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Virginia who focuses on helping people navigate stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, and self-esteem concerns.

Background and approach

She draws on a range of evidence-informed approaches to build individualized plans that address both immediate symptoms and underlying patterns, aiming to restore a sense of balance and agency in daily life. Deena emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion while adapting conversations and interventions to fit each person's circumstances.

With five years of clinical experience, Deena blends practical skill with a collaborative stance, inviting clients to take an active role in shaping goals and treatment. Her background includes work with mood and panic symptoms, attachment and abandonment concerns, caregiver stress, communication and control issues, and life transitions such as divorce or midlife re-evaluation.

She frames therapy as a stepwise process and encourages people to acknowledge the courage it takes to begin. Sessions focus on building coping skills, improving self-understanding, and addressing relational patterns that affect well-being.

Deena offers flexible session formats to accommodate different schedules and preferences while tailoring methods to what best supports each individual’s progress.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Options

Deena integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) into her online practice. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and replacing them with more effective patterns to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression. ACT emphasizes noticing difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that reflect personal values, which can be helpful for stress, low mood, and motivation struggles.

She approaches treatment collaboratively, recognizing that finding the right method is part of the therapeutic process. The therapist and client work together to determine which combination of strategies best fits the person’s goals, preferences, and current challenges, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility and accessibility. These formats make it possible to attend appointments from home or elsewhere, fit care into busy schedules, and maintain continuity of support when in-person options aren’t practical. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises, skill-building, and reflective work to each format so clients can practice new tools between sessions.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Deena commonly address?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self-esteem difficulties, along with related areas like panic, isolation, body image, and life purpose.

What is her therapeutic style and approach?

Deena uses a collaborative, compassionate approach that blends evidence-informed methods to tailor treatment to individual needs and preferences.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has five years of professional experience providing counseling and therapeutic support to clients in a range of emotional and relational concerns.

What credentials and location information are listed?

Deena holds the LPC credential and is licensed in Virginia with VA LPC 0701013971.

In which languages can sessions be conducted and are international clients accepted?

Sessions are offered in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.

What session formats are available for working together?

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different needs and schedules.

How is cost handled for sessions with her?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the steps to begin therapy with Deena?

To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a brief matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuse Self esteem Depression

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationForgivenessGuilt and shame Impulsivity Isolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Gottman MethodMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

5+ years

Licensed

Virginia

Languages

English