Profile / United States
Menzo Faassen, LPC
Virginia
Licensed Professional Counselor - Addictions and Mood Disorders
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Client-Centered methods
- DBT informed skills
About Menzo
Menzo Faassen is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) practicing in Virginia with 24 years of experience. He helps people facing depression, addiction, trauma, grief, social anxiety, and related concerns. Sessions focus on practical steps people can try between meetings to reduce distress and regain routine.
He works with clients who are exploring identity, processing life changes, or recovering from past experiences. Menzo also offers support around mood disorders, panic attacks, isolation, and issues linked to family of origin or attachment. He lists particular experience with LGBT concerns, veterans, and workplace stress.
His approach draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered methods, with elements from Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. That means conversations focus on noticing unhelpful thoughts and testing small changes in behavior. Sessions often include concrete exercises and agreed steps to practice outside of sessions.
Menzo uses techniques that let people explore difficult moments in a structured way. He also references psychodrama-style methods such as role exploration and the empty chair to help people see problems from different angles. These techniques are used as tools alongside talk and skills practice.
People who prefer straightforward, skills-based work tend to find this style useful. The therapist aims to collaborate on goals, decide on practical techniques, and track progress over time. Prospective clients should confirm current session formats before booking.
How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, focuses on identifying thoughts and behaviors that increase distress and on trying small, concrete changes. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, panic, and sleep problems. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and reflecting so clients can find their own solutions and clarify goals; it helps when someone needs time to sort out identity or emotions. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, used selectively, offers skills for managing intense emotions and improving emotional regulation and distress tolerance.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Menzo will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs and goals. That means discussing options, trying techniques, and adjusting plans based on what helps in practice.
The original biography does not specify which online session formats are offered, so confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and avoid travel time. They also let people use exercises and worksheets during the session and practice skills in the context of their daily routine.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
24+ years
Listed in
Virginia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He focuses on depression, addiction, trauma and grief, anxiety and panic, mood disorders, and related issues such as sleep and anger.
How does he use CBT in sessions?
He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to notice unhelpful thoughts and test small behavior changes. Sessions include practical exercises and steps to try between meetings.
What experience does he bring?
He has 24 years of professional experience working with people across a range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
What are his credentials and location?
He is an LPC, a Licensed Professional Counselor, practicing in Virginia.
What languages are supported and can international clients book?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
Which session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps start the process?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are not safe, use the crisis numbers.