- Family of origin issues
- Anxiety and depression
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
About Preston
Preston Page is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) with 35 years of experience based in Virginia. He works with adults on concerns such as anxiety, depression, stress, eating issues, addictions, relationship and intimacy-related issues, grief, and family of origin issues. He also addresses issues like career strain, sleeping problems, bipolar mood concerns, and compassion fatigue.
Preston draws on practical, person-focused methods to help people recognize patterns that started in childhood and that continue to affect daily life. He uses approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Existential Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to guide conversations and plan next steps. Sessions tend to focus on what matters to the client and on small, concrete shifts they can practice between meetings.
His background includes work in private practice, community mental health clinics, inpatient mental health, and substance abuse settings. He also served in the U.S. Army and National Guard and worked with active duty service members as a Military and Family Life Counselor at Fort Bragg and other facilities. That varied experience shapes how he listens and responds to everyday problems.
Preston is married and a parent and grandparent. Outside of work he notes a personal connection to the natural world and a distinctive beard he jokingly compares to Santa. He presents as straightforward and practical in sessions, aiming to help people talk through long-running patterns and decide what changes to try.
If family origins or childhood roles still affect how someone relates now, Preston focuses on identifying those patterns and helping individuals try different ways of responding. He encourages clear, manageable steps and follow-up between sessions.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying what matters to a person and taking small steps toward those values while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings. It can help with anxiety, stress, and problems that stem from long-standing family patterns.Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and working from the client’s own perspective. The therapist supports people as they describe their experiences and helps them find their own solutions for relationship and self-esteem concerns.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect and teaches practical skills to shift unhelpful patterns. It is useful for sleeping problems, depression, anxiety, and habits tied to family-of-origin dynamics.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and what feels most useful, then try methods together and adjust as needed. That collaborative process helps match techniques to a person’s life and aims.
Confirm current session formats before booking since the biography does not list specific options. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. For some people a phone call may be simpler when bandwidth is limited, while video can support face-to-face conversation; these practical benefits can help therapy fit into everyday life.
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Experience
35+ years
Listed in
Virginia, North Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does he address related to family background?
He helps people who notice patterns from their family of origin affecting their current life, including relationship dynamics, expectations, and roles.
What is his general therapeutic approach?
He uses a mix of practical, person-focused methods including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Existential Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
How much experience does he have?
He has 35 years of experience working in private practice, community mental health, and inpatient substance abuse and mental health settings.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is an LCSW licensed in North Carolina and Virginia and practices from Virginia.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English, and he also accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session formats before booking, as the biography does not specify which formats are used.
How does cost work for sessions?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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