D'andrea (Dee) Washburn, MS, LPC

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who holds a Master’s Degree in Counseling from Liberty University. I maintain over 25 years of experience as an LPC, and have served as the founder, owner and operator of Daleville Family Counseling since 2006.

I recognize that every individual is different, and when they are struggling to navigate life they deserve a support system and approach that is uniquely tailored to their strengths. Each and every person is of value and so is the story they have to tell.

Education

I graduated from Virginia Tech in 1991 with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a minor in Sociology. I then received a Master of Science in Counseling at Liberty University, and graduated in 1996. In December 1999, I received my license to practice in the state of Virginia.

Professional Experience

I served as the Director of Client Services at the Blue Ridge Pregnancy Center (formerly the Crisis Pregnancy Center of Roanoke), providing me with experience providing counsel on abortion and healing after an abortion. I also worked as the Director of Counseling at the Liberty GodParent Home and Family Life Services Adoption Agency in Lynchburg, VA. This opportunity provided me with training and experience in the areas of adoption and foster care.

I have worked in private practice for over 24 years, and have owned and operated Daleville Family Counseling since 2006. Additionally, I am a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors and the Virginia Association of Counselors.

Specialties

I have specialized training in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy from the Albert Ellis Institute. I also participate in annual continuing education in the areas of addiction & recovery, grief & loss, PTSD, depression/anxiety and couples counseling. Additionally, I have many years of experience providing counsel on abortion and healing after an abortion. I have further training and experience in the areas of pregnancy, adoption and foster care. 

Modalities

Strength Based Therapy
Strength-based therapy is a type of counseling that emphasizes your strengths rather than working on your weaknesses. This is used to help you build on your best qualities to have a more positive worldview.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is a treatment method used to change thinking patterns to create healthier habits and unhelpful behavior. Therapists will collaborate with their clients to develop an understanding of the problems they face then create a treatment strategy.

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, or DBT, is a type of cognitive-behavioral therapy, which tries to identify negative thinking patterns and pushes for positive behavioral changes. DBT is utilized to treat suicidal and other self-destructive behaviors teaching patients coping skills and how to change unhealthy habits.

Motivational Interviewing Therapy
Motivational Interview or MI is a counseling approach to elicit motivation to create a positive change.

Humanistic Therapy
Humanistic Therapy is an approach that emphasizes the importance of being your genuine self to lead your most fulfilling life. This approach is based on the concept that everyone has their own unique perspective of the world.

Integrative or Holistic Therapy
Integrative Therapy is a blend of proven approaches tailored to the person’s individual needs for those seeking therapy methods without using medication.

Personal Life

  • I have two wonderful daughters, Micah (25) and Kendall (22) , and I am a “Mimi” to three beautiful grandsons.
  • I have resided in Daleville, Virginia for 16 years, though I have lived in the greater Southwest Virginia area for my whole life.
  • I have been a member of New Life Christian Ministries for over 16 years. I participate in the church's choir and attend a weekly Bible study with fellow members.
  • My current hobbies include cycling and hiking. However, I studied from childhood until early adulthood as a tap, ballet and jazz dancer. I also enjoy creating beautiful quilts for my family.
  • In my personal time, I love to travel. I especially enjoy visiting East Coast beaches, tropical climates, and New York City. Most recently, I have travelled to the Bahamas; Walt Disney World Resort in Florida; Madison, Wisconsin; Universal Orlando Resort; the Outer Banks; Atlanta, Georgia; New York City; and Jamaica.

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