
Juanita Stokes
Guiding clients toward greater self-awareness
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Guiding clients toward greater self-awareness
Start with Juanita StokesLicensed · Professional · Cancel Anytime
Juanita Stokes is a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in Virginia and Washington, DC. She holds a MA in Mental Health Counseling from Marymount University in Arlington, VA and a MA in Religious Studies from Howard University School of Divinity in Washington, DC. Her licenses are listed as DC LPC PRC14708 and VA LPC 0701008187, with LPC standing for Licensed Professional Counselor.
With 11 years of clinical experience, Juanita supports individuals and couples dealing with stress and anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. She uses a person-centered approach that emphasizes increasing self-awareness while honoring each client’s individuality and unique life story.
As a retired US Government GS-15 Deputy Director, Juanita brings familiarity with workforce issues and the demands of professional life. She believes self-awareness helps people recognize their typical reactions to events, challenges, and relationships, and she offers guidance and encouragement to those ready to take the first steps toward a more fulfilling, happier life.
Juanita is a female Christian therapist who also works with older adults. She offers a supportive, empowering presence to help clients identify goals and build practical skills for change.
For many common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions - online therapy can be as effective as traditional in-person care. Research and clinical experience indicate that remote sessions work well for these issues, offering meaningful progress for most people.
One major benefit is flexibility. Clients can choose the format that fits their schedule and comfort level - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - making it easier to keep therapy consistent amid work and family commitments.
All therapists offering online services are licensed professionals, and clients may change therapists at any time if they want a different match. This adaptability helps people find the right therapeutic fit while accessing care in a way that fits their daily life.