About Troy
Troy Payne is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Virginia who helps people manage stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem, and ADHD. He focuses on practical steps people can use right away. Troy writes plainly and aims to make therapy feel manageable for someone juggling family and daily life.
He draws on a range of evidence-based therapeutic techniques to tailor his approach to each person. Sessions typically focus on identifying patterns that cause distress, developing coping skills, and practicing small behavior changes between meetings.
How Troy works
Troy pays close attention to how past traumatic events affect current moods and relationships. His work includes attention to autism and Asperger syndrome, disruptive mood dysregulation disorder, isolation and loneliness, mood disorders, and post-traumatic stress. He blends strategies so people can try different tools and see what helps.
Progress is paced to fit individual needs and goals. Troy earned a Master’s degree in Social Work from Capella University in 2019 and holds a Virginia LCSW. He has six years of clinical experience working with people facing depression, anxiety, PTSD, self-harm thoughts, and suicidal ideation.
That background shapes a steady, compassionate approach. Outside of clinical work, he cooks, gardens, exercises, and spends time with family and friends. These everyday interests inform a down-to-earth style that many people find approachable and practical.
What Troy works with
The areas below are the ones Troy selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Anger management
Also listed
- ADHD
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
- Isolation / loneliness
- Mood disorders
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self esteem
Training and background
| Register | LCSW |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 6 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | Virginia |
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Online support options
How Troy Uses Evidence-Based Approaches Online
Two commonly used evidence-based techniques he draws from are Cognitive Behavioral approaches and trauma-focused work. Cognitive Behavioral methods focus on spotting unhelpful thinking and trying new behaviors to reduce anxiety and improve mood. Trauma-focused approaches look at how upsetting events influence current reactions and teach skills to lessen their impact.He also uses motivational interviewing to help people clarify goals and find personal motivation for change. That approach is collaborative and practical, helping people identify small steps they actually want to try. Choosing the right mix of techniques is part of the process and happens together with the client based on needs and goals.
Online sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video lets people use face-to-face interaction when convenient; phone calls work well when bandwidth is limited or for shorter check-ins. Live chat and text are useful for quick updates, brief check-ins, or when someone prefers written communication. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family, and other commitments.
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