Behnaz Gitipour

Collaborative care grounded in practical strategies

LCSW Virginia

Experience: 4 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Anger
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages: English

About Behnaz

Behnaz Gitipour is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing in Virginia with four years of professional experience. She focuses on helping people navigate stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, anger, and depression, and also addresses concerns like communication problems, impulsivity, life purpose, and narcissism.

Background and approach

Her practice emphasizes an empathic, client-centered stance that makes room for each person's thoughts and feelings. Using a blend of client-centered methods and cognitive behavioral strategies, she works collaboratively with clients to explore patterns of thinking and behavior while validating individual experience.

Her approach aims to create an open atmosphere where concerns can be named without judgment and practical coping skills can be developed. Behnaz encourages taking the first step toward therapy and supports clients through the process of identifying goals and options for change.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Behnaz uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns; this approach is often applied to stress, anxiety, mood concerns, and practical coping challenges. She also employs client-centered therapy, which emphasizes empathetic listening and collaboration so clients can explore emotions and values at their own pace.

Choosing the right method is a collaborative process. She works with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and then adjusts strategies over time so the approach fits the individual's situation and fosters meaningful progress.

Online therapy with this clinician is offered through a variety of formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which makes scheduling more flexible for different lifestyles. These options can help maintain continuity of care during busy periods and allow clients to connect in ways that suit their comfort level and daily routines.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist address?

She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, anger, and depression, and also focuses on communication problems, impulsivity, life purpose, and narcissism.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style blends a client-centered approach with cognitive behavioral techniques to balance empathy and practical skill-building for day-to-day challenges.

What is her professional background?

She has four years of professional experience providing mental health support and has developed skills working with the concerns listed above.

What credentials and location are on file for this therapist?

She holds an LCSW credential with licence number VA LCSW 0904015002 and practices in Virginia.

Does she offer services in other languages or to international clients?

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

What session formats are available?

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

How are fees and payment handled?

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

What are the steps to begin working with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesAnger managementDepression

Additional focus areas

Communication problemsImpulsivityLife purposeNarcissism

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Experience

4+ years

Licensed

Virginia

Languages

English