Tina Fountain

Tina Fountain is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in Virginia who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and career concerns. She also supports those coping with trauma, grief, substance use, parenting strains, ADHD, and mood or panic challenges. Tina combines practical skills with a straightforward, respectful approach to make therapy feel manageable.

She keeps sessions focused on what matters most to each person. Tina starts by building trust and understanding where a person is now. Then she works alongside them to set clear goals and practice small, useful steps between sessions. Her style is warm, direct, and flexible to fit different needs.

Tina draws on methods such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), attachment-based work, and client-centered therapy. She also uses mindfulness and strengths-based strategies when those fit a person’s goals. These tools are used to address thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in ways people can apply day to day.

Her background includes 18 years of clinical work across private practice, university counseling, community behavioral health, and workplace settings. She has experience providing trauma response counseling and brief Employee Assistance Program services. Tina holds a Master of Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University and practises with a focus on practical progress.

People choose Tina when they want straightforward guidance, hands-on skills, and a therapist who listens first and then helps plan the next steps.

How her approaches guide online work

Tina frequently uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) in her work. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and trying new behaviors to reduce anxiety or mood symptoms. ACT helps people clarify their values and take committed action despite difficult feelings. These approaches suit worries like panic attacks, depression, and stress-related difficulties.

She also draws on dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) skills when emotion regulation and distress tolerance are priorities. DBT teaches concrete tools for managing strong emotions and improving relationships. Choosing the right method is a collaborative process; Tina will work with each person to decide which approaches fit their goals and preferences.

If you are considering online therapy, check which session formats the therapist currently offers before booking. Confirming options helps pick a setup that fits your routine. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, shorten travel time, and use skills learned in real-life settings. Some formats may also allow shorter check-ins or phone conversations when that better matches a person's day. Discussing practical needs during the first session helps shape a plan that fits everyday life.