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Your Trusted Partner for Mental Health Therapy
I am guided by the belief that every person has the capacity for healthy development but may need help accessing inner resources for positive change. My practice provides a supportive environment where clients explore their experiences and work together to understand barriers to fulfillment. Using psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, and transpersonal therapies, I offer personalized approaches tailored to individual needs.With certifications as a Licensed Professional Counselor (DC; VA), Certified Addiction Counselor II (DC), and Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (VA), I specialize in addressing relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, grief, and compulsive behaviors. My goal is to help clients achieve personal growth through insight, coping strategies, and actionable solutions while maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards.
Services
Individual Psychotherapy
Group Therapy
Anxiety Treatment
Depression Counseling
Addiction Recovery
Relationship Therapy
Grief Counseling
Stress Management
LGBTQ+ Support
Anger Management
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized psychotherapy tailored to individual needs.
- Our approach combines psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, and transpersonal therapies.
- Specialized experience in treating anxiety, depression, and addiction.
- Bilingual services available in English and Italian.
- Confidential, ethical, and client-centered care environment.
Associations and certifications
- Licensed Professional Counselor (DC; VA)
- Certified Addiction Counselor II (DC)
- Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (VA)
Services
Individual Psychotherapy
Personalized therapy sessions address depression, anxiety, and life transitions. Using evidence-based techniques, clients gain self-awareness and coping strategies. Sessions last 50 minutes with weekly scheduling for effective progress tracking.
Group Therapy
Structured group sessions foster peer support for shared challenges like addiction and grief. Participants develop communication skills and mutual accountability in a guided, confidential environment.
Addiction Counseling
Specialized treatment for compulsive behaviors and substance abuse combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with relapse prevention strategies. Certified counselors address underlying emotional triggers and recovery planning.
Anxiety Treatment
Therapeutic approaches target anxiety symptoms through mindfulness, cognitive restructuring, and relaxation techniques. Clients learn to manage triggers and build emotional resilience over time.
Relationship Therapy
Guided sessions improve communication and conflict resolution for partners. Focus areas include trust-building, boundary setting, and addressing relationship patterns affecting intimacy.
People
Massimo Scano LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor with certifications in addiction and substance abuse counseling. Specializes in psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral therapies for anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
I provide individual and group psychotherapy using psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, and transpersonal approaches tailored to client needs.
Do you specialize in specific mental health issues?
Yes, I specialize in anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, grief, addiction, and stress management with personalized treatment plans.
Are sessions confidential?
All sessions are confidential except in cases of imminent harm to self/others or suspected abuse, as required by law.
How long are therapy sessions?
Standard sessions last 50 minutes, typically scheduled weekly for consistent progress tracking and integration of therapeutic techniques.
Do you accept insurance?
Check with your provider about out-of-network mental health coverage. I provide documentation for potential reimbursement.
Is therapy right for me?
Therapy benefits anyone seeking personal growth, improved relationships, or coping strategies for life challenges through self-awareness and active participation.
