Tina Fountain

Tina Fountain is a licensed clinical social worker in Virginia, holding clinical social work licensure (VA LCSW 0904005723). She earned a Bachelor of Science in psychology and a master’s degree in clinical social work from Virginia Commonwealth University.

With more than 18 years of experience in private practice, Tina Fountain provides therapy to adults, couples, children, families and groups. Her clinical background includes work with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, and substance use concerns when they occur alongside other mental health challenges. She has practiced across multiple settings, including community behavioral health organizations, a university counseling center and diverse workplace environments.

Her therapeutic approach is eclectic and client-centered, guided by authenticity, empathy and respect. She emphasizes beginning where a person is and building strong therapeutic rapport. Tina frequently draws on cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, psychodynamic methods, strengths-based work and mindfulness-based strategies in her clinical work.

She has provided crisis and disruptive event management and delivered trauma response counseling to survivors of the Virginia Beach tragedy. Tina also offers short-term and brief therapy through Employee Assistance Programs and has completed specialized training and certification in the treatment of anxiety and panic disorders.

Tina Fountain believes people have the capacity to change difficult circumstances and to develop their strengths. Her goal as a therapist is to help clients confront challenges and discover new resources so they can move toward their fullest potential. She looks forward to working with clients and supporting them in achieving their goals.