- Stress and anxiety
- Social anxiety support
- Panic and trauma
About Mona
Mona Burden-Blunt is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Virginia with eight years of practice. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, and life changes. She also focuses on social anxiety and phobia, panic attacks, and feelings of isolation.
Mona keeps sessions straightforward and practical. She helps people notice patterns that make anxiety and shame worse, then tries out small changes that feel doable. Conversation, problem-solving, and learning specific coping skills are common parts of her work.
She pays attention to how problems affect daily life. That can mean working on communication difficulties, handling guilt, or rebuilding a sense of purpose after a major change. Sessions can include practicing skills for speaking up or reducing panic when it starts.
Mona describes therapy as collaborative. She discusses what’s getting in the way, sets concrete goals, and checks progress along the way. The aim is more usable tools and clearer next steps, not abstract theory.
Her background in social work informs a practical focus on daily functioning and relationships. People meet to talk through current struggles, try behavioral strategies, and build routines that reduce overwhelm. Her LCSW credential is used in clinical practice across a variety of life concerns.
To start, prospective clients follow an online matching process and schedule an initial session. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time, and pricing varies by location.
Evidence-based methods and how online sessions work
Two common evidence-based approaches used in this practice are cognitive-behavioral techniques and behavioral exposure work. Cognitive-behavioral techniques help identify unhelpful thoughts and test them in real situations, which can lower anxiety and improve mood. Behavioral exposure work involves gradually facing feared social situations or triggers in small steps to reduce panic and avoidance over time.Another helpful method focuses on practical coping skills for panic and stress, such as breathing strategies, short grounding exercises, and step-by-step plans for when anxiety spikes. These are aimed at giving clear actions people can try between sessions to manage symptoms in daily life.
Deciding which approaches to use is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t worked before, then try methods that suit the client’s needs. Plans are revisited and adjusted as progress or challenges emerge.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, avoid travel time, and practice skills in the places where social anxiety or panic often occurs. Phone or video sessions may be useful depending on what feels most practical, and the therapist will discuss the best format when arranging the first appointment.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Virginia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
Mona supports people coping with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, and life changes. She also addresses social anxiety and phobia and panic attacks.
What is her approach in sessions?
She uses practical, evidence-based techniques focused on skills and behavior change. Sessions combine talking, problem-solving, and practicing steps that can be used between meetings.
How much experience does she have?
She has eight years of experience working as a clinician. That time has included supporting people through trauma, anxiety, and transitions.
What credential does she hold and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Virginia and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can I work with her from outside the United States?
She is not currently accepting international clients; sessions are arranged for clients based within the supported region.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact fees are provided during the sign-up process.
How do I begin a first session?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling your first appointment.