Cynthia Payne, LPC, VA | Psychotherapist

About Cynthia Payne

Focus areas

Anger Management

Peer Relationship Struggles

Thought Disorder

Insomnia

Personality Disorder

Women's Issues Therapy

Life Transition

Self Esteem Issues

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Culturally Sensitive

Coaching

Dialectical (DBT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Eclectic

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Cynthia Payne

With over 30 years of experience dedicated to improving mental health, I bring a compassionate, person-centered approach to therapy. My practice is rooted in ethical care, deep empathy, and genuine passion for helping others navigate life’s challenges. From our first session, I aim to create a safe, supportive environment where you feel comfortable exploring your thoughts, emotions, and goals. My approach I believe each person holds the strength and wisdom to overcome difficulties, and my role is to help you access those inner resources. Through active listening, direct and clear communication, and a collaborative process, I’ll support you in building insight, increasing self-awareness, and identifying coping strategies that truly work for your life. My focus My therapeutic style is warm, supportive, and easy to engage with. I focus on what matters most to you, helping you recognize what you can and cannot control, so you can make empowered, heartfelt decisions. Therapy with me is not about fixing you—it's about helping you reconnect with your authentic self and move forward with confidence. My communication style I offer a supportive, structured environment where my communication style is intentionally designed to help you organize your thoughts, gain insight, and develop the tools you need to navigate life with resilience and clarity. My journey to mental healthcare Becoming a therapist was a natural path for me. Even as a young person, I was the one friends turned to during difficult times. Helping others has always felt like a calling, and I bring that same dedication and care to every client I work with today. My goals for you By understanding patterns, thoughts, and emotional responses, we can work together to identify and implement coping strategies that are realistic and effective for your unique circumstances.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Low Self Esteem

Mood Swings

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Worry

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Low Self Esteem

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Virginia

Education and training

Liberty University, Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Centro de Ensino Superior de Juiz de Fora, Master's in Psychology

NPI number

1346984770

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How soon can I make an appointment with Cynthia Payne?

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What practice does Cynthia Payne work with?

Cynthia Payne works with Rula Health - Virginia.

What are common reasons for patients to see Cynthia Payne?

Cynthia Payne frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Cynthia Payne on their profile.