Dr. Cynthia Agbayani, LPC - Therapist in Virginia

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Attachment focus

About Cynthia

Dr. Cynthia Agbayani is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in Virginia with 15 years of experience. She helps people who are dealing with anxiety, relationship and family concerns, grief, trauma and a wide range of mood and stress-related issues.

She keeps sessions straightforward and focused on practical change. She uses conversations to identify problems and then tries approaches that fit the person. Sessions look at thoughts, behavior, attachment patterns, and coping skills that get in the way of daily life.

Her work draws on several approaches. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to spot and change unhelpful thinking and behavior. Attachment-Based Therapy helps examine early relationship patterns that affect current connections. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) are used when needed to build acceptance, emotion regulation, and values-based action.

Cynthia describes her style as direct and person-centered. She partners with people to set clear goals and practices skills between sessions. She also addresses parenting, adoption and foster care concerns, caregiver stress, and complex family issues when those are part of the problem.

She has experience with a broad range of concerns from anxiety and depression to more severe mood disorders and trauma-related symptoms. Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients. Before booking, confirm the current session options and scheduling details using the site flow provided.

Therapeutic approaches and how they fit online

Dr. Agbayani uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people notice how thoughts and actions keep problems going and to practice new ways of responding. CBT is often used for anxiety, sleep and mood concerns. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at patterns in early relationships and how those patterns show up now; this approach helps when relationship problems or attachment issues are part of the concern.

Choosing an approach is collaborative. The therapist and client will look at goals, symptoms, and what feels practical. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan as work progresses.

The original profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm the current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work, school, or caregiving by removing travel time. Some formats also allow shorter check-ins or audio-only conversations when video would be difficult. These practical options can help people keep continuity with therapy while working on anxiety, relationship patterns, grief, and the other issues listed on the profile.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse GriefParenting issues

Also works with

Stress, Anxiety Addictions LGBT Intimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepression Coping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problems Control issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsGuilt and shame ImpulsivityVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disorders Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobias Post-traumatic stressSelf-harmSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Imago Relationship TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

15+ years

Listed in

Virginia

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does she help with?

She works with anxiety, relationship and family issues, trauma, grief, mood disorders, parenting stress, ADHD and related concerns listed on her profile.

What is her therapy style like?

She uses a direct, person-centered approach and combines several methods to address practical problems and skills people can use day to day.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has 15 years of professional experience as an LPC in Virginia and has worked with a wide range of clinical presentations.

What are her credentials and location?

She is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor based in Virginia.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

The original profile does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.

How does pricing work?

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

How do I begin working with her?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.