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Ansley Raines Ed.S. LCMHC-A LGPC

Ansley Raines, Ed.S., LCMHC-A, LGPC

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor

✓ Speaks Conversational Danish
✓ Virtual Visits

Insurances Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Carefirst/BCBS
  • Cigna
  • Medicare
  • Optum/United Healthcare

To confirm your coverage rates, please call us at 240-750-6467.

About Me (she/her/hers)

    I am an inclusive, multicultural, and gender-affirming therapist dedicated to creating a safe space for individuals navigating trauma recovery, life transitions, and identity exploration. My practice is rooted in supporting LGBTQIA+ individuals and those in non-traditional relationships, including polyamory. I have experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings, working with individuals facing acute psychiatric crises as well as those seeking long-term support for identity exploration, relationship dynamics, and emotional well-being. My work has allowed me to support clients in moments of crisis, helping them stabilize and regain a sense of emotional safety, while also guiding others through deeper, ongoing therapeutic work.

    My therapeutic approach is grounded in Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I believe in a collaborative process that helps clients develop deeper emotional awareness, shift unhelpful patterns, and build resilience. Whether addressing anxiety, grief, or identity concerns, I aim to guide clients toward a more authentic and empowered sense of self.

    Beyond my work, I find joy in traveling, reading, and painting—each fueling my appreciation for creativity, culture, and personal growth. My experiences abroad, including living in Denmark, have shaped my perspective and deepened my commitment to culturally responsive care. Therapy is a journey, and I’m here to walk alongside my clients as they navigate life’s complexities with greater clarity and confidence.

    Approaches

    • Collaborative
    • Culturally-Sensitive
    • Emotionally Focused
    • Integrative
    • Person-Centered
    • Strength-Based

    Special Experience Working With

    • LGBTQ+ Populations
      • Bisexual
      • Gay
      • Lesbian
      • Transgender
      • Queer
      • Questioning
    • Hispanic/Latino Populations
    • Black/African-American Populations
    • Mixed Race Populations

    Other Language

    • Danish – Conversational

    Areas of Expertise

    • Anxiety/Anxiety Disorders
    • Behavioral Issues
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Borderline Disorder
    • Codependency
    • Communication Issues
    • Depression
    • Divorce/Blended Families
    • Family Conflict
    • Grief & Loss
    • Identity Development
    • Life Transitions/Adjustment
    • LGBTQ+ Issues
    • Marginalized Communities
    • Mood Disorders
    • Peer Relationships
    • Psychotic Disorders
    • Racial/Ethnic Identity
    • Self-Harm
    • Sexual Abuse
    • Stress Management
    • Trauma & PTSD
    • Women’s Issues

    Education

    • Ed.S., Counseling Education – University of South Carolina
    • Bachelor of Science, Psychology – Radford University
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