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Virginia Dickinson, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Virginia is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Virginia. View 16 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Wisconsin and Colorado

Recent reviews

Virginia was exactly who I needed when I first joined. She listens and has very educated responses that helped me get through a lot of tough times. I would highly recommend Virginia to anyone in need of a therapist, short/long term

Reviewed July 2024

Virginia has been an incredible help. She’s made a huge impact on my day to day life. I am very grateful to have her as my therapist!

Reviewed November 2023

More about Virginia

  • 8 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

Hello! I am a licensed clinical social worker with certificates in marriage and family therapy and grief counseling. Over the years I have taken a nontraditional career path working in counseling, education, the arts, and management.

My counseling style is supportive and interactive. My approach combines humanism, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, and ecopsychology. I believe that we all have the skills and solutions within us to solve problems, but at times we need guidance and support in doing so.

It takes insight to realize that one needs to make changes in their life, and it takes courage to reach out to get help in doing so. I would be happy to assist you on your journey towards a more balanced and satisfying life.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Grief Depression Coping with life changes Addictions LGBT Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Intimacy-related issues Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Abandonment Aging and geriatric issues Antisocial personality Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Body image Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Divorce and separation Drug and alcohol addiction Family of origin issues Family problems First responder issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hospice and end-of-life counseling Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Midlife crisis Multicultural concerns Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Personality disorders Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and discrimination Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Sexuality Smoking / vaping cessation Social anxiety and phobia Traumatic brain injury Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Virginia Dickinson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588282743.

  • LCSW · Wisconsin · 4212-123 · Expires February 2025
  • LCSW · Colorado · CSW.09926812 · Expires August 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Virginia Dickinson

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

16 reviews

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Virginia was exactly who I needed when I first joined. She listens and has very educated responses that helped me get through a lot of tough times. I would highly recommend Virginia to anyone in need of a therapist, short/long term

Reviewed July 2024

Virginia has been an incredible help. She’s made a huge impact on my day to day life. I am very grateful to have her as my therapist!

Reviewed November 2023

Virginia is Great- very supportive, caring & helpful ❤️

Reviewed February 2023

Virginia is fantastic at hearing all that is of concern and finding an easy to follow solution. I also feel very comfortable in our sessions even though talking to people is something I try to avoid when I can. She ignites hope and makes me feel like anything is achievable through better choices.

Reviewed September 2022

I have only recently just started therapy and I was hesitant to begin this process again. I was concerned originally that my problems were not necessarily in the realm of being fixed by therapy, but after my first few sessions with Virginia I am so happy I stuck with it! I have realized that even if my problems aren’t being directly affected by therapy, it has helped me immensely to just be able to talk through some of my circumstances with someone who is “on the outside“. Many thanks to Virginia and to those responsible for developing this therapy experience!

Reviewed April 2022

I think Virginia is Wonderful- She is very quick to respond, listens to me and helps me to have a better understanding for myself. These first two sessions have been great, I think having Virginia help and BetterHelp service are going to have a significant impact on my life and what I’ve been going through!

Reviewed April 2022

I’ve so enjoyed my time working with Virginia! She’s helped me work though my past and focus on my future. I hope if I ever need to come back to therapy I can see her again.

Reviewed January 2022

I've only had 2 sessions with Virginia, after switching counselors, and I already have learned more and literally had better help with her than the previous counselor and the almost 10 sessions we had.

Reviewed August 2021

Thanks to Virginia, I've made some major headway in understanding myself and my sensitivities, which has enabled me to fine-tune my approach to relationships with friends and loved ones. My initial goals for starting counselling have now been achieved, and I look forward to pursuing new ones!

Reviewed July 2021

Virginia is consistently supportive and reassuring. I always feel better after reading her messages.

Reviewed June 2021

Virginia is an excellent counselor who has helped me navigate through some turbulent changes in my life over the past six months. She is an excellent active listener and continues to help me work through my therapy and life goals.

Reviewed May 2021

Virginia is incredibly kind, patient and understanding of anything I choose to speak with her about. She does not push her own opinions on you, but instead allows you to naturally understand your own feelings and I feel far more confident and at ease for having spoken with her.

Reviewed February 2021

Virginia is a great counsellor. She has really understood my concerns and has helped me very well. I think I have made great progress since having counselling with her. I would definitely recommend Virginia.

Reviewed December 2020

Virginia is a wonderful listener and has a great deal of useful feedback. She gives me concepts to think about in between sessions which contributes to my overall progress. I would recommend her!

Reviewed November 2020

Virginia is the best! She listens very closely, really tries to understand the underlying issues that I am dealing with, and her advice is always great. I never feel judged or embarrassed about anything I tell her. She is great at what she does!

Reviewed November 2020

I can tell she’s listening because she repeats what I just said to her in her own words. She makes me feel even my smallest issues are worth talking about. It’s nice to have a sounding board and someone understanding to talk to- but she still gives me challenges to walk away with

Reviewed August 2020

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Frequently asked questions

Does Virginia Dickinson offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Virginia Dickinson works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Virginia Dickinson speak?

Virginia Dickinson speaks English.

How many years of experience does Virginia Dickinson have?

Virginia Dickinson has 8 years of experience.

Where is Virginia Dickinson licensed to practice?

Virginia Dickinson is licensed to practice in Wisconsin and Colorado.

Does Virginia Dickinson accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Virginia Dickinson does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Virginia Dickinson offer?

Virginia Dickinson offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Virginia Dickinson?

Virginia Dickinson can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Virginia Dickinson?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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