Tina Fountain , LCSW

Tina Fountain is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing psychotherapy in Virginia who brings more than 18 years of clinical experience to her private practice. She earned a Bachelor of Science in psychology and a master’s degree in clinical social work from Virginia Commonwealth University, and she has worked with adults, couples, children, families and groups across a range of settings.

Tina has treated depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and substance abuse when these concerns occur alongside other mental health challenges. Her background includes roles in community behavioral health organizations, a university counseling center and various workplace settings, and she has provided crisis and disruptive event management as well as trauma response counseling for survivors of the Virginia Beach tragedy.

Her approach is eclectic and client-centered, anchored in authenticity, empathy and respect. She emphasizes beginning where a person is and building strong therapeutic rapport. Tina frequently draws on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, psychodynamic methods, strengths-based work and mindfulness strategies to tailor care to each person’s needs. She has provided short-term therapy for Employee Assistance Programs and has received specialized training and certification in the treatment of anxiety and panic disorders.

Tina’s goal is to help people confront difficult situations, uncover strengths and pursue meaningful change toward their fullest potential. She supports clients in defining and achieving their goals through collaborative, goal-focused therapy.

Therapeutic Approaches Adapted for Online Care

Tina integrates several evidence-informed approaches when working online to meet the needs of each person. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety and panic. It tends to be practical and skills-based, useful for people seeking concrete strategies to manage mood and worry.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes skills for managing intense emotions, improving interpersonal effectiveness and tolerating distress. DBT techniques can support people who struggle with strong emotional reactions or difficulty regulating stress.

Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns in relationships and how early connections influence current intimacy, trust and communication. This approach can be especially relevant for relationship concerns, abandonment or commitment issues.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Tina works collaboratively with each person to determine the best fit based on their needs, goals and preferences. She adapts interventions over time as goals evolve.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video, phone, live chat or text-based messaging make it easier to fit care into busy schedules and to maintain continuity when life changes. Working remotely allows licensed professionals and therapists to provide consistent support and to use the same therapeutic tools and exercises that are effective in person.