Monique Durden, LCSW — Therapist in Virginia

Hi there, I'm Monique!

I specialize in helping adults and young adults navigate anxiety, depression, emotional stress, financial stress, transitions, relationship challenges, and women's issues. I create a safe, supportive space where you can explore what's holding you back and build the tools to move forward.

My focus

I work with adults and young adults navigating anxiety, high-functioning stress, emotional dysregulation, and relationship challenges. I support individuals who appear to have it together on the outside but feel overwhelmed or stuck internally, as well as those managing life transitions, performance pressure, and financial stress.

My approach

My approach is collaborative and grounded in helping you feel safe, understood, and empowered. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Brief Strategic Focused Therapy, and Financial Therapy, tailoring each session to your unique needs.

My communication style

My style is warm, supportive, and non-judgmental. I create a space where you feel safe to express difficult emotions or explore personal challenges. Clients often tell me they feel seen, heard, and genuinely cared for. I bring curiosity, compassion, and a calm presence while gently challenging patterns that may be holding you back.

My journey to mental healthcare

My journey to becoming a therapist began with navigating my own trauma. I reached a point where I needed more than coping mechanisms—I wanted tools to truly heal, understand myself, and align my life with my values. This inspired me to help others do the same, guiding them through healing and aligning their lives with what matters most.

My goals for you

I approach goal setting as a collaborative process grounded in what feels meaningful and realistic for you. Early in our work, we explore your values, challenges, and desired outcomes to clarify what you want to change. Together, we break down larger goals into manageable steps, revisiting and adjusting them as your needs evolve.

Our first session

During our first session, we focus on getting to know each other. I’ll ask questions to better understand your current challenges, history, and what brings you to therapy. We’ll also begin identifying your goals and discuss what you hope to gain from our work together.

I identify as...

Female
Black or African American
Christian

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Children
Minors
Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Carelon Behavioral Health
Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) in Clinical/Administration from Fordham University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Monique Durden