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Amando Esguerra, LPC

Virginia LPC helping navigate trauma and life changes
  • Trauma and grief support
  • Stress and anxiety relief
  • Virtual sessions available

About Amando Esguerra

Amando Esguerra is a licensed counselor in Virginia with 22 years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and major life changes. He combines practical strategies with compassionate listening to help clients identify what matters to them and move toward more satisfying, manageable days. As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), he draws on a range of evidence-informed approaches to tailor care to each person's situation and goals.

He places emphasis on creating an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored safely and at the client’s pace. Amando works collaboratively to develop coping skills, process painful experiences, and build resilience after loss or upheaval. He also has particular experience addressing attachment issues and the ways early relationships shape current patterns.

Recognizing that seeking help takes courage, he offers steady support through the therapeutic process and practical guidance for handling difficult emotions and transitions. Amando aims to help clients make meaningful changes that fit their values and lifestyles while honoring the challenges they have faced.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Amando Esguerra have?

Amando Esguerra has 22 years of experience.

Is Amando Esguerra a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: VA LPC 0701006701.

In which languages does Amando Esguerra provide therapy?

He provides therapy in English.

Where is Amando Esguerra located?

He is located in Virginia.

How can I work with Amando Esguerra as my therapist?

You can work with Amando Esguerra through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Amando Esguerra work with international clients?

Yes, Amando Esguerra works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Amando Esguerra cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support



Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without letting them dictate actions and focuses on choosing behaviors that align with personal values. It is useful for stress, anxiety, and navigating life changes by building psychological flexibility.

Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationship patterns influence current connections and emotional responses. This approach can be especially helpful for those experiencing attachment issues, trauma, or relationship-related grief by identifying and shifting long-standing patterns.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and helps people develop practical tools to reduce anxiety and manage reactions to challenging situations. It is often used to address stress, anxiety, and coping after traumatic events.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. He collaborates with each person to determine which combination of methods best fits their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan over time as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules and to maintain continuity of care across distances. These options support ongoing access to a licensed professional while allowing clients to choose the format that feels most comfortable and practical for them.

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