Gardner McCullough

LCSW-C
Accepting Clients

At Catalyst Counseling, my goal is to create a safe and supportive space where you can process your experiences, find clarity, and reconnect

Clinical Social Worker in Alexandria, VA

About My Clients

At Catalyst Counseling, we work with children, teens, and adults who are navigating life’s challenges and looking for meaningful change. Many of our clients are professionals, couples, or first responders managing high levels of stress, trauma, or work–life balance issues. We also support children and families through play therapy, helping kids build coping skills, improve emotional regulation, and strengthen family relationships.

My Background and Approach

I bring years of experience working with adults, couples, and families, with specialized training in trauma treatment, EMDR, and first responder support. My background includes clinical work in hospitals, veteran services, and private practice, which shaped my ability to guide clients through complex challenges like PTSD, grief, depression, anxiety, and relationship stress. My colleague, Justyce, focuses on children and families, using play therapy and strength-based approaches to help kids express themselves, build resilience, and improve family dynamics. Together, we offer care across the lifespan — from children learning to manage big feelings to adults navigating work, relationships, and healing from the past. Our approach is collaborative, human, and tailored to you. We combine evidence-based methods (EMDR, CBT, DBT, mindfulness, play therapy) with a warm, person-centered style. Above all, our goal is to meet you where you are and work alongside you to create meaningful change.

Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Anthem
  • Medicaid
  • Optum
  • United Healthcare
  • Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield
  • Anthem Healthkeepers
  • CareFirst
  • Sentara Health
  • Sentara Health Plans
  • Carelon Behavioral Health Virginia
I offer online counseling in the following states:

At A Glance

  • Experience: 7 years of practice

Info

Email Gardner
3301 Richmond Highway
1192
Alexandria, VA 22305

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