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Deanna Bibby

Insightful CBT-informed care for life transitions

LCSW Virginia

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

Deanna Bibby is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Virginia who centers Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as a core element of her clinical work.

Background and approach

With more than two decades of practice, she blends CBT with acceptance and attachment-informed approaches to address stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and trauma-related struggles. Her style emphasizes practical skills alongside exploration of thoughts, values, and relational patterns to promote meaningful change.

She has additional training in trauma-focused interventions including EMDR, and integrates client-centered principles to shape collaborative treatment plans tailored to each person’s circumstances. Deanna also provides care for issues such as abandonment, caregiver stress, communication and family problems, guilt and shame, life-purpose questions, mood disorders, workplace difficulties, and young adult challenges.

She aims to meet people with respect, sensitivity, and compassion while adapting the conversation and interventions to individual needs, helping clients take the next steps toward their goals.

Approaches that guide online work and practical access

Deanna commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, which can be useful for anxiety, mood concerns, and stress management. She also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to support clients in clarifying values and building psychological flexibility, an approach that can help with persistent worry, life transitions, and motivation.

Attachment-Based Therapy features in her work when relationship patterns, early wounds, or trust issues are central; this perspective explores how past connections influence present relationships and emotional responses. Determining which approach or combination of approaches is best is treated as a collaborative process. The therapist partners with each client to weigh goals, preferences, and the nature of the difficulties encountered, adapting methods over time rather than prescribing a single path up front.

Online options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, allowing for flexible scheduling and continuity of care across locations. These formats make it easier to fit sessions into busy lives, maintain momentum between appointments, and access support from Virginia or other regions where the therapist is eligible to work.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Deanna commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and trauma and abuse, as well as related matters like self-esteem, caregiver stress, communication problems, and workplace issues.
What therapeutic approaches does she use in sessions?
Her practice draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, EMDR, and Motivational Interviewing to create individualized treatment plans.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She brings 21 years of professional experience to her work, which informs a seasoned and practical approach to therapy.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds the LCSW credential and practices in Virginia; her license is recorded as VA LCSW 0904008313.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
She accepts international clients and conducts therapy in English for those who are eligible to work across borders.
What session formats are available for online care?
Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How is pricing handled for sessions?
Cost varies depending on location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps should I take to begin therapy?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a brief matching questionnaire, and then schedule appointments based on the therapist’s available times.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsFamily problemsGuilt and shameLife purposeMood disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

21+ years

Licensed

Virginia

Languages

English