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Alissa Green, LCSW

Practical, strength-focused therapy for everyday struggles

Credential held
LCSW
Practises from
Virginia
Years in practice
12
Languages
English
Methods listed
2
Sessions
Online

About Alissa

Alissa Green is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and parenting challenges. She supports those coping with trauma and abuse, relationship strain, sleep problems, anger, low self-esteem, career crossroads, and bipolar concerns. She practices in Virginia and communicates in English.

Alissa works in a practical, strengths-based way. She focuses on what is already going well and how to build on it. Clients set the goals and she helps map steps toward them.

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Background and approach

Sessions are collaborative and straightforward. Her style leans toward short-term, goal-focused work. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ideas to look at thoughts and habits that keep problems going.

She also uses Solution-Focused Therapy to find small changes that make a big difference over time. Alissa draws on more than a decade of experience in social work. That background includes supporting people after separation, loss, and significant life changes.

She has worked with people who experienced neglect or abuse in childhood and helps them find ways to cope today. In sessions she helps clients build confidence, practice new ways of thinking, and try different behaviors between meetings. Conversations are practical and paced to match each person.

The aim is real progress toward the goals the client chooses.

Practical approaches for online therapy

Alissa often draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice thoughts and habits that make stress and sadness worse. In plain terms, CBT looks at patterns of thinking and testing small behavior changes to reduce symptoms and improve daily routines.

She also uses Solution-Focused Therapy to zero in on what is already working. That approach helps clients set clear, short-term goals and try small experiments that can quickly change how they feel and function.

Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before, then together they decide which approach to emphasize. That collaborative choice can shift as progress unfolds.

Online sessions are offered by licensed professionals using video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video works well when face-to-face conversation matters. Phone sessions suit people who need lower bandwidth or prefer not to be on camera. Live chat and text messaging are useful for brief check-ins, quick problem-solving, or fitting support into a busy day. These options make it easier to schedule therapy around work, school, and family life while keeping the focus on practical steps and real goals.
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Frequently asked questions

What problems does Alissa commonly help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, parenting concerns, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, sleep problems, anger, self-esteem struggles, career questions, and bipolar-related concerns.
What is her general approach in sessions?
She uses a strengths-based, solution-focused style and applies Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ideas to practical problems. Sessions focus on clear goals and actionable steps.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 12 years of experience working in social work settings with people facing separation, loss, and other life challenges.
Where is she licensed and what are her credentials?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Virginia with licence VA LCSW 0904008562.
Which languages are used for sessions and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
In what formats are sessions available?
Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs and routines.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working with her?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Specialties and expertise

Also works with

  • Anger management
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Career difficulties
  • Depression
  • Family conflicts
  • Parenting issues
  • Relationship issues
  • Self esteem
  • Sleeping disorders
Experience
12 years
Licensed
Virginia
Languages
English