Dr. Cynthia Agbayani, LPC
Virginia LPC specializing in relationships and trauma
- Relationship and family work
- Trauma and attachment focus
- CBT and ACT approaches
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 focuses on relationship and family concerns, attachment and adoption issues, trauma and abuse, mood and anxiety disorders, parenting challenges, grief, addictions, and a range of other life stressors and mental health conditions including bipolar disorder and depression. Working across the spectrum of severity, she supports clients facing disruptive mood concerns, dissociation, caregiver stress, and complex family dynamics.
Known for a direct yet empathic style, she practices in a collaborative, person-centered way that tailors treatment to each individual and family. Her approach blends evidence-based methods - including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) - to match interventions to clients' goals and strengths. Dr. Agbayani emphasizes building secure attachment, improving communication, and developing practical coping skills to manage anxiety, anger, and life transitions.
She works jointly with clients to create realistic plans and supports them through change, offering steady guidance and encouragement as they pursue their goals. Her practice is grounded in respect for each person’s story and in the belief that thoughtful, tailored therapy can help people move forward.
Known for a direct yet empathic style, she practices in a collaborative, person-centered way that tailors treatment to each individual and family. Her approach blends evidence-based methods - including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) - to match interventions to clients' goals and strengths. Dr. Agbayani emphasizes building secure attachment, improving communication, and developing practical coping skills to manage anxiety, anger, and life transitions.
She works jointly with clients to create realistic plans and supports them through change, offering steady guidance and encouragement as they pursue their goals. Her practice is grounded in respect for each person’s story and in the belief that thoughtful, tailored therapy can help people move forward.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping 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 experience.
Is Dr. Cynthia Agbayani a licensed therapist?
Yes, she holds the credential LPC. License details - 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?
Dr. Cynthia Agbayani 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy 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
Dr. Cynthia Agbayani integrates several evidence-based approaches to help clients work through relationships, trauma, mood concerns, and daily stressors. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and building psychological flexibility - it helps people move toward meaningful action even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present. Attachment-Based Therapy examines patterns in early relationships and current bonds to improve connection, trust, and communication within families and intimate partnerships. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental stance that prioritizes the client's perspective and strengths while supporting growth and self-understanding.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Dr. Agbayani collaborates with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time so treatment remains relevant and effective for the individual or family.
Online therapy makes these approaches accessible through flexible formats - video sessions, phone appointments, live chat, or text-based messaging - allowing clients to engage from home or other convenient locations. These options support consistent scheduling, easier access for those with mobility or geographic constraints, and varied ways to communicate based on comfort and circumstance, so therapy can fit into busy lives.
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