Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- ADHD
How Troy works
- Not listed
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in
- Virginia
- Years in practice
- 6
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Troy
Troy Payne is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with six years of clinical experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem struggles, and ADHD. Troy aims to make therapy practical and straightforward so families and individuals can find steady ground.
He focuses on the impact of traumatic events and helps people reduce symptoms that interfere with daily life. Sessions often include talking through difficult memories, learning new ways to manage intense feelings, and building skills for calmer responses.
Background and approach
Troy blends several evidence-based techniques to match each person's needs. Troy earned a Master of Social Work from Capella University in 2019 and holds an LCSW in Virginia. His background includes work with depression, post-traumatic stress, self-harm, and suicidal thoughts, which informs a careful, attentive approach.
He believes most people can grow when given consistent support. Therapy with Troy is collaborative and goal-focused. He uses clear, concrete tools such as thought restructuring, skills for emotion regulation, and motivational strategies to help clients move forward.
Outside work he enjoys cooking, gardening, exercising, and spending time with family and friends. People who reach out can expect straightforward language and practical exercises they can use between sessions. Troy aims to help clients create small changes that add up to better daily functioning and less reactivity.
What Troy works with
Everything Troy lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Troy's practice.
Therapeutic approaches and online sessions
Many of Troy's tools come from evidence-based techniques that focus on thoughts, emotions, and behavior. Cognitive approaches help identify unhelpful thinking patterns and teach ways to challenge and reframe those thoughts. These methods are useful for anxiety, low self-esteem, and mood concerns.Skills-focused methods for emotion regulation teach concrete steps to decrease reactivity and manage anger. Clients practice breathing, grounding, and step-by-step tactics to respond differently in high-intensity moments. Motivational strategies are used to clarify goals and increase commitment to change when progress stalls.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Troy works with each person to match methods to their needs, goals, and preferences. He adjusts techniques over time based on what works in weekly sessions and between-session practice.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect. Video calls allow face-to-face work and skill demonstrations. Phone sessions can be a good fit when bandwidth is limited or a camera is not preferred. Live chat and text-based messaging support brief check-ins, quick problem-solving, and ongoing encouragement between longer sessions.
Questions people ask about Troy
What concerns does Troy commonly help with?
He supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem issues, and ADHD. He also addresses related mood concerns like post-traumatic stress and isolation.
How would you describe his therapy style?
Sessions are practical and collaborative with clear steps to try between meetings. Troy focuses on skill-building, emotion regulation, and workable strategies rather than abstract theory.
What is his clinical background?
He has six years of experience working with depression, PTSD, self-harm, and suicidal thoughts, and a focus on the effects of traumatic events.
What credentials and where is he licensed?
Troy holds a Master of Social Work and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Virginia.
Which languages are offered and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Work can be done by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and preferences.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on therapist availability.