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Online therapist

Victoria Guthrie

Practical, compassionate support for family concerns

Credentials
MD, LCPC
Experience
6 years
Licensed in
Maryland
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Victoria

Victoria Guthrie is a licensed professional counselor in Maryland with six years of clinical experience. She holds an MD and is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, credentialed as MD LCPC LC10368. Victoria focuses on practical help for common family and parenting concerns including stress, anxiety, relationship strain, family conflict, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes.

Her style is straightforward and compassionate. Sessions aim to be collaborative and down-to-earth, with the therapist listening first and then offering clear suggestions.

Background and approach

She works to create a respectful space where people feel heard and can talk through immediate problems. In practice she helps clients set small, realistic goals and build steps they can use between sessions. That may include simple skill-building for managing anxiety, ways to improve family communication, or strategies to regain motivation and confidence.

The focus is on what works in day-to-day life rather than on long technical explanations. Victoria adapts conversations and plans to each person’s situation. She prioritizes practical strategies alongside thoughtful support so clients can try new approaches and notice what helps.

Her background supports families and parents who want concrete tools and steady guidance. To begin, prospective clients follow an online matching process to connect and schedule according to availability. Sessions are offered in multiple remote formats to fit different schedules and preferences.

Evidence-based approaches and online family support

Victoria uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that translate well to online care. One common approach she uses helps people learn concrete breathing and grounding skills to reduce anxiety and manage stress in daily life; these are simple actions a person can practice between sessions. Another approach focuses on improving communication within families and relationships by teaching clear listening and sharing techniques that reduce conflict and build understanding.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Victoria works with each person to identify goals, tries methods that match those goals, and adjusts the plan as progress is made. She emphasizes practical steps and checks in regularly to see what is helping and what needs to change.

Online therapy formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy family schedules. These options make it easier to fit therapy into day-to-day life, maintain consistent contact, and use brief check-ins when longer sessions are not possible. The variety of formats supports ongoing work on stress, relationships, and family routines while allowing people to choose what fits their needs.

Frequently asked questions

What issues does she address?
Victoria helps with stress, anxiety, relationship and family problems, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes.
What is her therapy style like?
Her approach is compassionate and straightforward, focusing on listening first and offering clear, practical steps clients can try between sessions.
How long has she been practicing?
She has six years of professional experience working with people on the types of concerns listed above.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She holds MD and LCPC credentials listed as MD LCPC LC10368 and practices from Maryland.
Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
In what formats are sessions offered?
Sessions are available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps do I take to start working together?
Begin 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
6 years
Licensed
Maryland
Languages
English

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