Dr. Cynthia Agbayani, LPC

Compassionate LPC specializing in attachment and trauma

Attachment-focused therapy
Person-centered care
Online therapy options

About Dr. Cynthia Agbayani

Dr. Cynthia Agbayani is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 15 years of clinical experience working with at-risk children, youth, adults, and families. She concentrates on attachment-related concerns, trauma and abuse, mood and anxiety disorders, parenting and family challenges, grief, addictions, and a broad spectrum of emotional and behavioral issues. Her style is both direct and empathic, blending a person-centered outlook with an eclectic set of evidence-informed techniques to meet each client or family where they are.

Dr. Agbayani often combines attachment-focused work with cognitive-behavioral strategies, trauma-focused interventions, solution-focused methods, and mindfulness practices to tailor treatment to individual needs. She emphasizes collaboration, partnering with clients to create a plan that reflects their goals, values, and circumstances. Throughout the therapeutic process she provides steady guidance and encouragement, helping clients develop insight, practical skills, and stronger relationships.

With a focus on supporting change through realistic steps and compassionate accountability, Dr. Agbayani assists people across the spectrum of mental health concerns in building resilience and moving toward healthier functioning. She approaches each case with respect for the client s experience and a commitment to finding approaches that fit the person and the family.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse GriefParenting issues

Also Specializes In

Stress, Anxiety AddictionsLGBTIntimacy-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 problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsGuilt and shameImpulsivityVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Imago Relationship Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. Cynthia Agbayani have?

Dr. Cynthia Agbayani has 15 years of professional experience providing counseling to children, youth, adults, and families.

Is Dr. Cynthia Agbayani a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is an LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. Her license is listed as VA LPC 0701008770.

In which languages does Dr. Cynthia Agbayani provide therapy?

Dr. Cynthia Agbayani provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Cynthia Agbayani located?

She is located in Virginia.

How can I work with Dr. Cynthia Agbayani as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Cynthia Agbayani through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Cynthia Agbayani work with international clients?

Yes, Dr. Cynthia Agbayani works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Cynthia Agbayani cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, please click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take purposeful action even when uncomfortable thoughts or feelings arise. It supports work on anxiety, stress, and life transitions by teaching skills to accept internal experiences while moving toward meaningful goals. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on relationship patterns formed early in life and how they affect current connections with partners, family, and caregivers. It is useful for addressing attachment issues, relationship conflicts, and the effects of abandonment or adoption-related concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and the client s own capacity for growth, creating a collaborative environment where people explore their feelings and choices.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Agbayani works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts the plan over time as progress and priorities evolve.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options allow clients to engage in therapy from their home or another convenient location, fit appointments around work and family commitments, and maintain continuity of care across geographic distances while working with licensed professionals and therapists who tailor treatment to individual circumstances.

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