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A Practice, Not a Platform
Therapy &
Counseling
Headquartered in Virginia, MySpectrum provides online counseling in Virginia, Texas, Maryland, and additional approved states based on therapist licensure and availability. We also offer limited in-person sessions in Virginia.
Insurance and private pay accepted, and CareCredit is available
MySpectrum accepts many major insurance plans — including Medicare and Medicaid in Virginia, and some Medicaid plans in other states — and also welcomes private-pay clients. Coverage varies by plan, provider, and location. Our intake team can help verify benefits and explain private-pay options before scheduling.
What type of support are you looking for?
Answer a few questions, and we’ll match you with the right therapist.
Individual Therapy
One-on-one counseling tailored to your unique needs, goals, and pace.
Get Started For usRelationship Therapy
For couples and partners working through conflict, distance, or change.
Get Started For my child or teenTeen & Child Counseling
Support for young people navigating school, emotions, and growing up.
Get Started For my familyFamily Therapy
Strengthen communication and mend bonds with the people who matter most.
Get StartedNew to MySpectrum?
Welcome to MySpectrum Counseling & Coaching
Why MySpectrum
- A practice, not a platform. You get a licensed clinician who stays with you, not a rotating queue of contractors. Our therapists stay too — we have been named a Top Workplace six years running.
- Insurance and private pay. Many major plans accepted, including Medicare and Medicaid in Virginia, plus CareCredit.
- Faster access. Evening and weekend appointments, and an intake team that responds within one business day.
- The right fit, not just any fit. We match you on specialty, licensure, insurance, and availability before you book.
- Care that travels with you. Online sessions across the states we serve, so you keep your therapist if life moves.
- Credentials that hold up. 15+ years of clinical experience. LPC, LCSW, and LMFT clinicians certified in CBT, DBT, EMDR, and more. HIPAA-compliant and insured.
Mental health & wellness on a continuum
We ask: What is your Spectrum?
Whether it is the Autism Spectrum, Mental Health Spectrum, or substance use support — or a combination therein — we are here to help you. Wherever you are on your spectrum, we help you find care that fits.
Autism Spectrum
Support for individuals and families navigating life on the autism spectrum, with therapists who meet you where you are.
Learn moreMental Health Spectrum
Depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions — mental health lives on a continuum, and so does our care.
Learn moreSubstance Use Support
Support for substance use concerns, recovery maintenance, and related emotional stressors — compassionate and judgment-free.
Learn moreWhole Life Spectrum
School, work, loss, relationships, the day-to-day. Because life is on a continuum, support should be too.
Learn moreWe offer online counseling in Virginia, Texas, Maryland, and additional states where our licensed therapists are available. We also offer limited in-person sessions in Virginia.
Where we practice
Find care by state
MySpectrum provides online counseling in states where our licensed therapists are available. Select your state to view available providers and services.
- Colorado
- Florida
- Georgia
- Maryland
- Michigan
- New York
- North Carolina
- Ohio
- Pennsylvania
- South Carolina
- Texas
- Virginia
- Washington, DC
- West Virginia
Availability depends on therapist licensure, insurance participation, specialty, and current scheduling capacity, so provider capacity may vary even in states we serve. Our intake team will confirm the right fit before scheduling.
Don’t see your state? Contact us and we’ll tell you what we can offer. We also offer limited in-person sessions in Virginia.
Counseling online, done right
Benefits of Counseling Online at MySpectrum
Online counseling provides effective, accessible mental health care to individuals across all walks of life. At MySpectrum Counseling & Coaching, our online therapy sessions are tailored to your needs — from managing day-to-day stress to addressing more complex emotional challenges.
Unlike traditional models, online therapy eliminates barriers like commute time and scheduling conflicts. Clients in Virginia, Texas, Maryland, and the additional states we serve can connect with a licensed therapist from the comfort of home. This flexibility promotes better session consistency and enhances privacy — especially helpful for those who may be uncomfortable with in-person therapy.
Choosing the Best Counseling Practice
Finding the right online therapy service can be life-changing — but not all platforms are equal. In fact, some are just platforms, not actual therapy practices like MySpectrum Counseling & Coaching! Start by looking at the credentials of each therapist, confirming they are a licensed professional counselor, licensed clinical social worker, or psychologist. MySpectrum exclusively offers services through vetted and experienced professionals.
Privacy is key. Choose a virtual therapy provider with strict confidentiality protocols and secure technology for all online therapy sessions. At MySpectrum, your privacy is protected through HIPAA-compliant systems and thoughtful care practices. Reading reviews and success stories can offer valuable insight as well — a high-quality online counseling service should feel personalized, not mechanical, because your story and healing journey are anything but standard.
Effectiveness of Counseling Online vs. In Person
One of the most common questions we hear: “Is online therapy as effective as meeting face-to-face?” In many cases, yes. Multiple studies show that virtual counseling and online therapy services offer comparable outcomes to in-person therapy — especially for issues like depression, anxiety, PTSD, and emotional regulation.
Our therapy services are rooted in evidence-based practices like cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness approaches, and strength-based coaching. We also offer therapy using EMDR, Internal Family Systems, DBT, and a host of other models. For many, online counseling also reduces anxiety around entering a clinical setting, making it easier to open up — and clients can stick with the same therapist even if they relocate, offering stability in times of change. Our goal is to meet you virtually where you are — literally and emotionally.
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Looking for something from our previous website?
Everything from the old site is still here — a few things just moved. Here is where to find them.
| Looking for | Go here |
|---|---|
| Request an appointment | Get Started |
| Therapy portal | Sign Into Therapy Portal |
| Payment | Make a Payment |
| Forms | MyForms |
| Therapists | Meet Our Therapists |
| Insurance or billing help | Help Center / Contact Us |
| Services by state | Find care by state |
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