A practice built on genuine care.
Virginia Therapy & Wellness is a group practice in Fairfax offering thoughtful, evidence-based therapy for individuals, couples, and groups. We believe good therapy begins with a real relationship — and that everyone deserves care that meets them where they already are.
Why I started this practice
Megan Barone, PsyD, founded Virginia Therapy & Wellness on a simple belief: that therapy works best when it feels human. Her path took her through the Psychiatric Institute of Washington, Child Protective Services, and the Carnegie Mellon University Counseling Center — experiences that showed her how much a warm, steady relationship shapes healing. She built this practice to put that relationship first, and to give clinicians the support and space to do their most thoughtful work.
Megan works with adults navigating anxiety, trauma, and the turning points that reshape a life. Her approach is collaborative and evidence-based, blending cognitive-behavioral and acceptance-based methods with a deep respect for each person's pace and story.
Today she leads a growing group of clinicians who share that philosophy, guiding the practice's clinical standards while continuing to see clients of her own.
To make compassionate, high-quality mental health care approachable — meeting each person with dignity, curiosity, and evidence-based support, so they can move toward the life they want to live.
The people behind your care.
Beyond our clinicians, a dedicated team keeps every part of your experience running smoothly — from your first call to each appointment.
Priya Bansal, PhD
Priya oversees the client journey end to end, making sure every interaction — from inquiry to ongoing care — feels seamless and supportive.
Patric Leukel, PhD
Patric leads our clinical standards and clinician support, ensuring the care delivered across the practice stays consistent, ethical, and effective.
Parker Papas
Parker is often the first friendly voice you'll reach — coordinating scheduling, matching, and the day-to-day details so care stays easy to access.
Neha Rajan, PsyD
Neha coordinates our group therapy programs — organizing sessions, welcoming new members, and keeping each group running smoothly.
What guides our work.
Meet people where they are
No prerequisites, no judgment. Wherever you're starting from is a valid place to begin.
Evidence, applied with warmth
We ground our work in proven methods — and deliver it with genuine humanity.
Relationship first
Good therapy rests on trust. We take the time to build it, at your pace.
Access & transparency
Clear costs, honest guidance about insurance, and care that's easier to reach.
Collaboration
You're an active partner in your care — we set goals together and adjust as you grow.
Respect for every story
We welcome clients of all backgrounds and honor the experiences that shaped them.
We'd love to meet you.
Reach out for a consultation and we'll help you find the right clinician and the right fit — no pressure, no rush.