Renee Giegel, LPC
Support for meaningful change and healing
- Warm nonjudgmental support
- Experienced Virginia LPC
- Addiction and trauma care
About Renee Giegel
Renee Giegel is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia with 27 years of experience supporting adults through a wide range of life challenges. She helps clients work through concerns such as addictions, trauma and abuse, sleep difficulties, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, along with many other emotional and relationship-related stressors that can affect day-to-day well-being.
Her work emphasizes creating an open, supportive space where clients can share thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment. Renee approaches therapy as a collaborative process, helping people explore what is getting in the way of feeling more grounded and fulfilled while building practical ways to cope and move forward.
Reaching out for help can take real courage, especially when life feels overwhelming or stuck. Renee is there to offer steady support as clients take that first step and continue working toward a happier, more satisfying life.
Her work emphasizes creating an open, supportive space where clients can share thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment. Renee approaches therapy as a collaborative process, helping people explore what is getting in the way of feeling more grounded and fulfilled while building practical ways to cope and move forward.
Reaching out for help can take real courage, especially when life feels overwhelming or stuck. Renee is there to offer steady support as clients take that first step and continue working toward a happier, more satisfying life.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Renee Giegel have?
Renee Giegel has 27 years of professional experience providing therapy and support.
Is Renee Giegel a licensed therapist?
Yes. Renee Giegel is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia. Her license number is VA LPC 0701005357.
In which languages does Renee Giegel provide therapy?
Renee Giegel provides therapy in English.
Where is Renee Giegel located?
Renee Giegel is located in Virginia.
How can I work with Renee Giegel as my therapist?
You can work with Renee Giegel through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and availability.
Does Renee Giegel work with international clients?
No. Renee Giegel does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Renee Giegel cost?
The cost of therapy can vary based 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 is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help 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 That Translate Well to Online Care
Renee Giegel draws from approaches that can be especially helpful in online therapy. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and actions, helping clients notice unhelpful patterns and practice new coping strategies for challenges like stress, low mood, and motivation struggles.Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationship experiences can shape current emotional needs, communication, and closeness. It can be useful for people navigating relationship strain, family stress, or feelings such as disconnection and insecurity. Mindfulness Therapy supports learning to pay attention to the present moment with less reactivity, which can help with overwhelm, difficult emotions, and day-to-day pressure.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Renee works collaboratively with clients to understand what they want to change, what has and has not helped in the past, and what feels most comfortable, then adjusts the work to fit their goals and preferences over time.
Online therapy also offers practical flexibility. Clients can meet by video calls or phone sessions, or choose live chat or text-based messaging, making it easier to get support in ways that fit busy schedules and different communication styles.