Elizabeth Stevens
Reston,VA
Summary
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 7 years of experience supporting individuals and couples in moving from relational gridlock to meaningful connection. Specializes in evidence-based modalities including the Gottman Method (Level 1), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and CBT/DBT-informed approaches to address anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship distress. Recognized for a calm, direct communication style and a focus on practical, skills-based, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive care, with additional expertise in premarital and discernment counseling.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Couples Therapist
Well Marriage Center
Reston, Virginia
02.2022 - Current
- Deliver evidence-based couples therapy (Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy, RLT, DBT, and CBT) to strengthen communication, rebuild trust, and resolve conflict.
- Conduct comprehensive intake assessments and partner with clients to build individualized treatment plans with clear goals and milestones.
- Manage a consistent caseload of 20+ couples weekly across in-person and telehealth sessions, supporting continuity of care and appropriate cadence.
- Implement structured interventions, homework, and skills practice to strengthen attachment, repair ruptures, and increase emotional attunement.
- Developed personalized treatment plans based on client assessments and feedback.
- Contributed to practice recognized as Best Couples Therapy Office (2025).
Mental Health Therapist
Loudon Psychological Services
Sterling, Virginia
05.2018 - 02.2022
- Provided individual, couples, and family therapy for adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship stressors.
- Conducted diagnostic intakes and risk assessments; partnered with clients to develop treatment plans with measurable goals.
- Delivered CBT, DBT-informed skills training, mindfulness, and solution-focused interventions tailored to client needs.
- Participated in case consultation and continuing education to align practice with current research and ethical standards.
- Maintained caseload of 25+ clients a week.
Education
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Community Agency Counseling
George Mason University
Fairfax05.2018
Bachelor of Arts -
University of New Hampshire
Durham05.2006
Skills
- Evaluate and address various psychological disorders
- Proficient in evidence-based CBT, DBT, RLT, EFT, Imago, and Gottman techniques
- Conflict resolution expertise
- Skilled in intake interviewing
- HIPAA
- Crisis intervention techniques
- Adept at conflict resolution
- Treatment Planning
- Biopsychosocial assessments
- Motivational interviewing
- Client counseling
Timeline
Couples Therapist
Well Marriage Center
02.2022 - Current
Mental Health Therapist
Loudon Psychological Services
05.2018 - 02.2022
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Community Agency Counseling
George Mason University
Bachelor of Arts -
University of New Hampshire
Personal Information
Licensed Professional Counselor
NPI number: 1104316918
License # 0701011042