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Sonya Bryce

Sonya Bryce, LPC

Therapist in Virginia

Compassionate counselor for everyday challenges

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21 years of experience listed

LPC professional credentials

English languages

  • Goal oriented
  • Practical tools
  • Welcoming approach

About Sonya

Sonya Bryce is a Licensed Professional Counselor who helps people manage anxiety, depression, stress, addictions, grief, and self esteem concerns. She also supports those coping with trauma, relationship strain, anger, career questions, and life transitions. Sonya presents a calm, approachable presence to make it easier to talk about hard things.

She uses straightforward, practical methods in sessions. Sonya frequently draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, where thoughts and behaviors are explored, and Motivational Interviewing to support change. She adapts tools to each person's situation and works with people to set realistic, step-by-step goals.

Sonya has 21 years of experience and holds LPC credentials in Virginia and Arizona. Her background includes work with substance use issues and trauma-related concerns. That experience informs how she helps people create safer routines and healthier coping skills.

In sessions she encourages questions and open conversation. The pace and focus are set together, and she tailors strategies to what fits someone’s daily life. Sonya also pays attention to practical problems like workplace stress, caregiver strain, and balancing money worries with mental health.

People who prefer a collaborative, goal-oriented approach may find her style useful. She frames therapy as a partnership and supports clients as they try new behaviors that build confidence and improve functioning.

Approaches that guide online sessions

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding the person's experience without judgment. It helps when someone needs a space to talk through feelings and feel heard. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect and teaches concrete skills to change unhelpful patterns. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, panic, and mood problems.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will ask about current struggles, goals, and what has helped before. Then she will suggest techniques and adapt them based on the person's needs and preferences so progress feels manageable and relevant.

Confirm current online session options before booking, as formats are not listed here. Online work can help fit therapy into a busy life by removing travel time and making it easier to schedule sessions around work or caregiving. It also lets people use tools and worksheets in real time and practice new skills between meetings to support steady progress.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefDepression

Also works with

Relationship issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Caregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsDrug and alcohol addictionFirst responder issuesForgivenessIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSexual assault and abuseWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

21+ years

Credentials

Virginia, Arizona

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does she help with?

She works with anxiety, depression, stress, addictions, trauma, grief, self esteem, relationship issues, and related concerns such as workplace or caregiver stress.

What is her therapy style like?

She offers an open, friendly approach and encourages questions. Sessions are collaborative and focused on practical steps and skills.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She brings 21 years of experience working with mood concerns, substance issues, trauma, and life transitions.

Where is she licensed and based?

She holds LPC credentials in Arizona and Virginia and practices from Virginia.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?

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

How do I begin working with her?

Select the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.

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