- Stress and anxiety
- Addiction support
- Trauma-informed care
About Aleta
Aleta Gibbs, LPC, helps people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, low self-esteem, and compassion fatigue. She aims to make therapy straightforward and practical so people can find relief and move forward.
Aleta uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to build coping skills and strengthen resilience. Sessions focus on identifying patterns that make daily life harder and learning concrete strategies to change them. She emphasizes emotional regulation, self-awareness, and small, achievable steps toward more stable functioning.
Her style is collaborative and down-to-earth. Aleta listens first, then offers tools tailored to each person’s situation. She supports clients who are navigating life transitions, caregiver strain, chronic health issues, and complex emotional histories like abandonment or attachment wounds.
With four years of practice as a licensed professional counselor, she draws on real-world approaches rather than jargon. Aleta pays attention to each client’s strengths and goals, helping them apply new skills outside of sessions.
People who come for help with addictions, trauma, or burnout will find a therapist who values practical change and steady support. She encourages realistic progress and ongoing learning, working with clients at a pace that fits their lives.
How evidence-based techniques translate to online work
Evidence-based therapeutic techniques are practical methods that focus on changing thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. One common approach teaches skills for managing anxiety and stress through breathing, grounding, and step-by-step exposure to feared situations. This helps people reduce avoidance and regain control of daily tasks.Another useful approach emphasizes building emotion regulation and coping skills. It helps people tolerate strong feelings, reduce impulsive reactions, and practice new ways of responding in relationships and self-care. These skills are often taught with short exercises and homework that people can use between sessions.
Finding the right mix of techniques is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals, preferences, and life situation. That means trying approaches, checking what helps, and adjusting plans together.
Confirm the exact session formats before booking, since specific offerings are not listed here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit counseling into a busy day by cutting travel time, allowing quicker check-ins, and enabling sessions during breaks or from different locations. Many people find that remote work supports consistent practice of skills in everyday settings, which can speed up habit changes without promising any particular outcome.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
4+ years
Credentials
Virginia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Aleta address?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and compassion fatigue. Additional focus areas include issues such as attachment concerns, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and body image.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her approach is collaborative and practical. She listens carefully and offers evidence-based techniques to build coping skills and emotional regulation.
What is her background and experience?
She has four years of clinical experience working with people facing complex emotional challenges. Her work emphasizes resilience and real-world strategies.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds the LPC credential, specifically a Virginia LPC, and practices in Virginia.
In which languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does cost depend on?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.