Ariel Diehl, MSW, LCSW

• Primary specialty: Anxiety, panic attacks, PTSD and trauma, stress management, ADHD, relationship problems (not couples counseling)
• Also skilled and experienced in: Social anxiety, depression, agoraphobia, transition to college, divorce and separation, new mothers, retirement, anger management
• Treatment approaches: CBT, ERP, CPT, Unified Protocol, Positive Affect Treatment, Panic Control Treatment
• Clients: Adolescents (12+), teens, and adults
• Location: In-person in Charlottesville and virtual throughout Virginia
• Insurance accepted: Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Anthem HealthKeepers, Anthem FEP, UnitedHealthcare StudentResources, Aetna, and Tricare East

I am a very patient and supportive counselor, and I utilize cutting-edge tools to help you improve your life. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and evidence-based tools to help adolescents and adults overcome anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, and difficult life transitions. I have over five years of experience working with clients in a variety of different settings. My approach is direct, supportive, and compassionate, and I believe in building rapport with clients to allow them to feel comfortable and secure during sessions.

My approach is direct, supportive, and compassionate. I have patience and believe in building rapport with clients to allow them to feel comfortable and secure during sessions. I will help you set your own goals for therapy, and we will devise an evidence-based and supportive plan to help you achieve those goals at whatever pace you are comfortable with. I also see clients by video, including teens ages 12 and up. Read more about our online CBT therapy in Virginia.

Personal: In my spare time, I enjoy being outdoors, kayaking, camping, reading, exploring new areas in the valley, and spending time with my family. Anything surrounding the outdoors or bodies of water keeps me satisfied. I also enjoy the simplicity of having time to myself when life gets the best of me.

I look forward to meeting you!