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Arielle Griffin

Compassionate, practical therapy for everyday challenges

LCSW, LICSW Virginia

Experience
6 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Self esteem
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Arielle

Arielle Griffin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW, LICSW) who brings a practical, evidence-informed approach to common life stresses and emotional struggles. With six years of clinical experience, she blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with client-centered care to help people manage anxiety, depression, and relationship concerns.

Background and approach

Her work also addresses stress tied to career pressures, caregiving demands, grief, and intimacy-related issues, among other areas. She has treated individuals in settings that included outpatient medical clinics, hospital environments, pediatric outpatient care, and both Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient Programs.

That varied background informs a collaborative style that emphasizes listening, compassion, and tailored treatment planning. Clients can expect sessions shaped to their goals and circumstances, drawing on practical tools and reflective exploration.

Outside of clinical work she values reading, travel, pilates, and mindfulness practice, interests that align with her emphasis on balance and self-care during times of transition. Arielle is based in Virginia and practices in English, holding licenses in Florida and the District of Columbia as well as her Virginia practice credentials.

Online approaches that combine skills and empathy

She frequently uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering practical strategies for anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems. She also integrates Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship and helps people explore goals, values, and personal strengths at their own pace. When appropriate, elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy are introduced to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to understand their concerns, preferences, and goals and will adjust methods over time so treatment stays aligned with what is most helpful. This flexibility allows for a mix of skill-building and reflective work based on individual needs.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which makes it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules or to access care from different locations. These formats provide flexibility in how often and when people meet, and they support continuity of care while still allowing therapists to use CBT, client-centered techniques, and DBT skills in practical, goal-focused ways.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Arielle commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy-related issues, grief, career challenges, compassion fatigue, and related life changes.
What is her therapeutic style and approach?
Her approach is inviting and caring, combining client-centered techniques with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other evidence-informed methods to tailor sessions to each person's needs.
How long has she practiced?
Arielle has six years of post-graduate clinical experience across outpatient clinics, hospital settings, pediatric outpatient care, and higher-intensity programs like Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient Programs.
What credentials and licensure does she hold and where is she located?
She holds LCSW and LICSW credentials and is based in Virginia with licensure listed as FL LCSW SW17230 and DC LICSW LC50082655.
Does she work in other languages or with international clients?
Sessions are offered in English only, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available for working together?
Clients can connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on preference and scheduling.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability, and sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy with her?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a brief matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changes

Also works with

Family conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesCareer difficultiesDepressionCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesFamily problemsLife purposePregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

6+ years

Licensed

Florida, District of Columbia, Virginia

Languages

English