Poythress Mitchell, LPC
- Compassionate and direct
- Trauma and addiction
- Family and relationship
About Poythress Mitchell
Mitchell offers services for individuals and families that include evaluation of mental stressors and substance use concerns, collaborative goal setting, instruction in coping skills for stress management, and development and implementation of tailored treatment plans. She provides ongoing guidance and support while helping clients build tools for managing anxiety, depression, anger, grief, trauma and PTSD, addiction, relationship challenges, parenting and career issues, bipolar disorder, and ADHD. Additional areas of focus include adoption and foster care, aging and geriatric issues, blended family challenges, caregiver stress, and veteran and armed forces issues.
Her training includes a Masters in Art (MA) from Norfolk State University, certification as a Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC), certification as an Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC), and recognition as a Human Service Board Certified Practitioner (HS-BCP). She also has contemporary training in couple and family systems theory. As a clinician she is known for a compassionate, direct, and non-judgmental manner that aims to create a warm, welcoming environment and empower clients to make positive changes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Poythress Mitchell have?
Poythress Mitchell has 27 years of experience in the mental health field.
Is Poythress Mitchell a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details are VA LPC 0701010351.
In which languages does Poythress Mitchell provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Poythress Mitchell located?
She is located in Virginia.
How can I work with Poythress Mitchell as my therapist?
You can work with Poythress Mitchell through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Poythress Mitchell work with international clients?
No. Poythress Mitchell does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Poythress Mitchell 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, 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 Offered for Online Care
Poythress Mitchell uses client-centered therapy to create a supportive space where the therapist follows the client's lead, listens deeply, and helps individuals explore their values and goals. This approach is especially helpful for building trust, increasing self-awareness, and strengthening personal agency.
She also uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT is commonly applied to stress, anxiety, depression, and coping skills development because it emphasizes practical strategies and measurable progress.
Additionally, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is used when clients need help with emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and relationship skills. DBT combines acceptance and change strategies to support people facing intense emotions or recurring interpersonal conflict.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Licensed professionals, including therapists, will work with each person to assess needs, try appropriate techniques, and adjust methods based on goals, preferences, and response to treatment.
Online therapy formats - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - offer flexibility for scheduling and make it easier to maintain continuity of care across busy days and changing circumstances. These options allow therapists to meet clients where they are while focusing on effective, goal-oriented work.
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