Licensed Professional counselor & clinical supervisor

Danielle Johnson

I believe healing begins when we untangle the past to create freedom, connection, and hope for the future.

Hi, I’m Danielle.

I started Petra Counseling Services because I am passionate about guiding individuals on their journey toward healing and resilience. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, unresolved grief, or the weight of past trauma, my goal is to provide a safe, compassionate space where meaningful change can happen. With over 15 years of experience in the mental health field, I specialize in trauma and attachment, using evidence-based approaches like EMDR and CBT to help you achieve freedom, connection, and hope. Let’s work together to create the life you deserve!

My background & approach

As your therapist, I am committed to providing a safe, supportive space where you can explore, heal, and grow. I believe in empowering my clients through proven, evidence-based practices that address the unique challenges of trauma, anxiety, depression, and attachment.

I am trained in gold-standard trauma practices such as EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Prolonged Exposure Therapy, which are highly effective in treating PTSD and other trauma-related concerns. Additionally, I am a Board-Certified Clinical Supervisor for Residents in Counseling, offering guidance and mentorship to the next generation of mental health professionals.

I received my Master’s Degree in Professional Counseling from Argosy University and am also a Certified FirstPlay Provider, specializing in infant play therapy and attachment-based interventions. Currently, I am pursuing my doctorate in Traumatology through Liberty University to further deepen my expertise in the field.

Together, we will work to untangle past wounds and develop the tools needed to create a life of strength, balance, and purpose.

    • Military Sertvice Members and their families

    • Attachent-focused Individuals

    • Trauma Survivors

    • Children/Teens

    • Professionals

    • Stress Management Seekers

    • Trauma recovery

    • Attachment issues

    • Anxiety and depression

    • PTSD treatment

    • EMDR therapy

    • Prolonged Exposure Therapy

    • Infant Play Therapy

    • Coping strategy development

    • Grief and loss support

    • Life transitions and adjustments

    • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

    • Faith-based Approach

    • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

    • Infant Play Therapy

    • Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

    • Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)

    • Solution-Focused Therapy

    • Attachment-Based Therapy

    • Somatic Experiencing (body-focused techniques)

    • Strengths-Based Approach

    • Client-Centered Therapy

    • $160/ intake session

    • $140/ 1 hour session

    • Insurance accepted:

      • Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield

      • Aetna

      • Cigna

      • United Healthcare

      • Certified Out-of-Network provider for Tricare East

    • Available in-person in Stafford and Fredericksburg, VA