Vanessa Cheshier

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

6 Endorsed

20145 Ashbrook Place, Suite 180, Ashburn, VA 20147

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Do you experience intense emotions that interfere with your relationships or personal goals? The world around us can feel chaotic or overwhelming at times, yet reacting on our immediate emotions can actually make things worse. We often engage in destructive behaviors because they make us feel better in the moment and give us a sense of control in an uncontrollable situation yet end up causing harm in the long run. Instead, we can learn to take a step back, understand and acknowledge our feelings, and make choices that lead to our desired outcome without leaving a path of destruction that we are later responsible for cleaning up.

Together we will develop practical skills that you can start using immediately to replace ineffective or harmful coping strategies. In our sessions, we will learn to regulate emotions, challenge black-and-white thinking, communicate effectively, tolerate distress, and create a life worth living.

Trying something new is scary. You have already taken the first step, and I am here to walk alongside you in this journey. I prioritize creating a safe, nurturing, and non-judgmental environment as feeling supported is essential to productive therapy. I look forward to taking the next step toward your well-being together.

Call or Email Vanessa Cheshier now for a free 15 minute consultation - (571) 324-2658

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Sunstone Counseling

20145 Ashbrook Place

Suite 180

Ashburn, VA 20147

(571) 324-2658

I offer in-person, virtual, or hybrid therapy sessions.

I specialize in Substance Use, Alcohol Use and Impulse Control Disorders

$210 Per Session

I see individuals and groups

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My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Sunstone Counseling

20145 Ashbrook Place

Suite 180

Ashburn, VA 20147

(571) 324-2658

I offer in-person, virtual, or hybrid therapy sessions.

I specialize in Substance Use, Alcohol Use and Impulse Control Disorders

$210 Per Session

I see individuals and groups

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $210
Pay by American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Out of Network

Sunstone Counseling does not directly accept insurance, however you may be eligible for reimbursement through your insurance company.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 324-2658

Vanessa Cheshier

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Sunstone Counseling does not directly accept insurance, however you may be eligible for reimbursement through your insurance company.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 324-2658

Vanessa Cheshier

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Virginia / 0904011355 Vanessa Cheshier
In Practice for 14 Years
Membership with NASW
Attended Catholic University, MSW, Graduated 2016

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (571) 324-2658

Vanessa Cheshier

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (571) 324-2658

Vanessa Cheshier

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Substance Use
Alcohol Use
Impulse Control Disorders

Expertise

Addiction
Anger Management
Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Body Positivity
Borderline Personality (BPD)
Chronic Impulsivity
Coping Skills
Depression
Family Conflict
Gambling
Life Transitions
Mood Disorders
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Personality Disorders
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Self-Harming
Stress
Suicidal Ideation
Trauma and PTSD
Weight Loss

My specialties include EMDR, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Harm Reduction approach to substance use, Motivational Interviewing, and caretakers/loved ones of those with serious mental illness and substance use.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 324-2658

Vanessa Cheshier

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 324-2658

Vanessa Cheshier

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

6 Endorsements

Morgan Moore

Pre-Licensed Professional

Vanessa has extensive knowledge of DBT skills and leads regular groups that are engaging that can pivot the needs of those that attend. She also is very insightful and provides support to those that see her with warmth and understanding.

Rachel Costlow

Resident in Counseling, MA, NCC

Vanessa has extensive knowledge and experience utilizing DBT with clients in both the individual and group setting. Her compassionate approach creates a safe, non-judgemental environment.

Anna Hitrik

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC

Vanessa offers empathetic, empowering therapy. Her person-centered, trauma-informed approach fosters a safe, non-judgmental space for healing and growth. She excels at guiding individuals to discover inner resilience and implement positive changes.

Sunstone Counseling

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC

Katie Clark

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT-S, NCC

Elise Brown

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, C-DBT

Vanessa is a skilled and thoughtful clinician trained in evidence based practices like DBT and CBT.

Client Focus

Age

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Group

Communities

Queer Allied

Age

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Group

Communities

Queer Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Compassion Focused
Culturally Sensitive
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
EMDR
Expressive Arts
Motivational Interviewing
Narrative
Person-Centered
Prolonged Exposure Therapy
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Strength-Based
Trauma Focused

I often use Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) in sessions to challenge black-and-white thinking, regulate emotions, practice effective communication, and create a life worth living. I'll help you develop practical skills that you can start using immediately in place of ineffective or harmful coping strategies while drawing on your strengths to achieve long-term gains in your life.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 324-2658

Vanessa Cheshier

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 324-2658

Vanessa Cheshier

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Groups

DBT Skills Group (In Person)

Hosted by

Vanessa Cheshier

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based treatment that helps individuals live more in the moment, better manage intense emotions, reduce impulsive behavior, and improve their relationships. In this group, we will learn skills from the modules of DBT: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. Participants commit to joining eight weeks at a time and the full program is 24 weeks. The group is held in person in our Ashburn office on Mondays from 12:00pm-1:30pm. Our next module (Emotion Regulation) will start on October 28th.

Expertise

Anxiety

Borderline Personality (BPD)

Self-Harming

Types of Therapy

Dialectical Behavior (DBT)

Age

Adults

Session Cost

$140+

Group Meets

Every Mon 12 P.M. - 1:30 P.M.

Location

20145 Ashbrook Place

Ashburn, VA 20147

Email Vanessa Cheshier about this group or call - (571) 324-2658

DBT Skills for Parents of Teens (Virtual)

Hosted by

Vanessa Cheshier

Would you like to gain behavioral skills to help connect with and support your emotional teen? Parenting can be especially challenging when your teen has difficulties regulating their emotions. This group provides parents with tools to help their teens accept life circumstances while developing skills to enact positive changes in their behavior and interactions with others. Parents will learn how to address behavior through effective communication and enhanced understanding, in turn reducing power struggles and developing a more meaningful relationship with their teen. Start date: October 24th

Expertise

Borderline Personality (BPD)

Caregivers

Parenting

Types of Therapy

Dialectical Behavior (DBT)

Age

Adults

Session Cost

$70-$100

Group Meets

Every Thu 12 P.M. - 1:15 P.M.

Email Vanessa Cheshier about this group or call - (571) 324-2658

Location

Primary Location

Sunstone Counseling

20145 Ashbrook Place

Suite 180

Ashburn, VA 20147

(571) 324-2658

Email me

My website

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Loudoun

Zips

I offer in-person, virtual, or hybrid therapy sessions.

Call for a free consultation now - (571) 324-2658

Vanessa Cheshier

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

I offer in-person, virtual, or hybrid therapy sessions.

Call for a free consultation now - (571) 324-2658

Vanessa Cheshier

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW