EMDR-Trained Licensed Professional Counselor | Virginia | Telehealth
Hey, let’s grow.
Culturally-Sensitive Individual Therapy for Adults Navigating Trauma, Anxiety, and Identity
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Therapy Modalities
EMDR, CBT, DBT, and Psychodynamic Therapy to support your healing — no one-size-fits-all therapy here.
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6+ Years of Experience
Real-world experience supporting healing, growth, and identity exploration in adults from diverse and marginalized communities.
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Bilingual Space
Two Languages, One Safe Space. Whether you think in English, Spanish, or both, therapy should meet you where you’re most comfortable.
Not To Call You Out, But…
Does this sound like you?
You’re the one everyone goes to, but you have no idea who you’re supposed to lean on.
You grew up with two languages, but still can’t explain your feelings.
You’re constantly toggling between “grateful” and “burnt out.”
You laugh at your own trauma (…and then spiral later).
You want a therapist who gets cultural nuance, not one who just nods.
If you're nodding yes to any of the above, you're in the right place.
Hi, I’m Valeria Cuzzi-Marruffo, LPC, a trauma and anxiety therapist and founder of Hopecore Counseling.
I specialize in working with first-and second-generation adults who’ve had to be the strong one, the translator, the bridge between cultures—sometimes all before they were old enough to drive.
Get in Touch!
Schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation with me to discuss your therapeutic goals and see if we are a good fit to work together.
FAQ
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You can reach me in 4 ways and is all found on the “Contact” page too:
1. Company email address: valeria@hopecorecounseling.com
2. Hopecore Counseling’s SimplePractice portal link (click here) to access my calendar and directly request an appointment or consultation.
New clients to Hopecore Counseling are directed to a HIPAA-compliant pre-screener to securely gather your contact information and create your client portal.
3. Practice phone number: (703) 552-5026.
4. Psychology Today Contact: Use the contact feature on my profile to reach out safely and securely. https://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/1645390
**Please note, to protect your Protected Health Information (PHI), there is no direct contact form available on the website. This helps ensure your privacy and confidentiality.
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First…Take a deep breath! you are taking a big step.
We'll start with a free 15 min consultation to determine your therapy goals, presenting issues, and needs (and if we'll work well together in treatment).
Click “Book Consultation” on the home page of this site to schedule a consultation directly on my Simple Practice calendar portal. This will take you to a HIPAA-compliant pre-screening page to securely collect your contact information. I will contact you directly based on the information provided.
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No, for now…
I currently only hold Virtual/Telehealth appointments. I intend to offer In-Person sessions in the near future to expand accessibility.
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Yes, I currently take Aetna, Anthem BCBS Virginia, Cigna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Carelon Behavioral Health, and Kaiser Permanente Mid-Atlantic.
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Office Hours:
• Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM*Office hours are different from appointment availability-please refer to your provider for scheduling inquires.
Disclaimer:
Hopecore Counseling is not a crisis or emergency service center/agency—If you are experiencing a mental health emergency or are in crisis, please call 911 or the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline immediately. You can also text HOME to 741741 or visit https://988lifeline.org for support.