Haleh Royanian, LCSW - Therapist in Virginia

About Haleh

Haleh Royanian is a licensed clinical social worker who uses practical, evidence-based approaches to help people manage stress, anxiety, and family challenges. She draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and mindfulness techniques to help clients notice what matters and take steps that match their values. Haleh speaks English and Persian and practices in Virginia as an LCSW.

With 25 years of experience, she focuses on a range of concerns including trauma and abuse, grief, depression, relationship and family issues, parenting, anger, self-esteem, and ADHD.

Background and approach

Additional areas of attention include caregiver stress, divorce and separation, immigration-related concerns, mood disorders, multicultural issues, and post-traumatic stress. In sessions Haleh keeps language plain and concrete. She helps people name what is happening, try small tools to reduce distress, and notice which habits support the life they want.

Work is collaborative and paced to the person’s needs. She combines client-centered listening with specific skills from CBT and motivational interviewing when useful. Mindfulness practices are offered as short, usable exercises rather than abstract theory.

The aim is steady progress, not sudden fixes. Haleh’s approach pays attention to cultural background and the stresses that come with immigration and family change. She supports people dealing with separation, caregiver roles, and the everyday pressures of parenting and family life.

Practical matters are handled plainly: sessions can be by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. Haleh’s goal is to make help fit into a busy life so people can build coping skills and clearer next steps.

Therapeutic approaches adapted for online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people clarify their values and take small, meaningful steps toward them even when feelings are painful. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and situations where life changes make decisions hard. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce distress and improve problem solving. It is often used for anxiety, mood concerns, and anger. Mindfulness practices are offered as brief exercises that teach simple ways to notice thoughts and bodily sensations and respond with less reactivity.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels helpful. Together they will try methods, adjust them, and pick what fits best rather than sticking to one rigid plan.

Online therapy makes these approaches more accessible. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and guided exercises. Phone sessions give flexibility when video is not possible. Live chat and text-based messaging make it easy to check in between sessions and practice tools in real time. These options aim to fit therapy into busy family schedules and different daily rhythms, while keeping the focus on clear, practical steps toward change.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Less about arguing with difficult thoughts, more about loosening their grip and acting on what matters to you anyway. Values and committed action carry the work, which suits conversation at a distance.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she address?

She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, relationship and family problems, parenting, anger, self-esteem, coping with life changes, and ADHD. Additional focuses include caregiver stress, divorce and separation, immigration issues, mood disorders, multicultural concerns, post-traumatic stress, self-harm, social anxiety, and women's issues.

What is her general therapy style?

Her style blends client-centered listening with practical, skills-oriented methods like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing. Sessions focus on clear steps and tools people can use between meetings.

How long has she practiced?

She has 25 years of clinical experience working with a wide range of emotional and family concerns.

Where is she licensed and located?

She is a licensed clinical social worker in Virginia. License details include VA LCSW 0904002684 and ME LCSW LC21577.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English and Persian.

What session formats are available?

Therapy is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and preferences.

How is cost handled?

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

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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Experience: 25 years
Licensed: Virginia, Maine
Languages: English, Persian

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