John Mcanulty made our sessions feel comfortable like chatting with an old school friend from back in the day. Very relatable and very insightful in his knowledge of addiction. Learned a lot and I am still learning every time we chat. Always end our conversations feeling better and hopeful.

A Thriveworks Client, verified client of John

Addiction, Depression, Grief

Couples/Marriage Counseling, Individual Counseling, Family Counseling

Online in Virginia

47 years in practice

Ages served: 18-65+

Accepted insurance & self-pay

John accepts 33 insurers

Aetna

Aetna Medicare Advantage

Anthem

Cigna | Evernorth

Cigna | Evernorth - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia Medicare Advantage

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | BCBS HMO

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | BCBS PPO

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | Exchange

Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

Carelon

Carelon | Medicare Advantage

Compsych

Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

First Health Network

HealthSpring | Medicare Advantage

Humana Medicare Advantage

JP Farley Corporation

Medcost VA

Medicare VA

Multi Plan PHCS

Optum Serve

Oscar Health

Quest Behavioral Health

Railroad Medicare

Sentara Health Plans (Optima Health)

Tricare East | Out of Network Provider

UMR

United Healthcare | Optum

United Healthcare | Optum - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

United Healthcare | Optum Medicare Advantage

Uprise EAP

SELF-PAY COSTS

Out-of-pocket session costs for clients who don’t have insurance or aren’t covered by their insurance for mental health services.

$220

first session

$160

subsequent sessions

About John

John McAnulty is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC), Internationally Certified Alcohol/Drug Counselor (ICADC), and a Certified Grief Recovery Specialist (CGRS) in the state of Virginia who has 20 years experience partnering with adults and couples seeking help with depression, anxiety, life transitions, men’s issues, women's issues, grief, loss, bereavement, healthcare professionals and relationship issues.

He completed his Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Florida State University University and received his Master's degree in Counseling Psychology from Troy State University. John utilizes relational, collaborative, strengths-based, cognitive behavioral (CBT), mindfulness-based, solutions-focused, and emotionally-focused approaches to therapy.

He always maintains the creativity, flexibility and awareness needed to assist every unique individual and couple. John bases his therapy upon the premise of person-centered therapy. John seeks to establish a warm and caring relationship with you in order to assist in building on your strengths and better collaborate with you towards meeting your goals and living the meaningful life you value and desire.

"As someone who has over 20 years in recovery and lost a significant number of family members and friends I am extremely sensitive to the painful yet rewarding process of change. "

What clients say

These testimonials are from real clients who completed a satisfaction survey after their sessions and agreed to share their feedback. Results may vary.

John Mcanulty made our sessions feel comfortable like chatting with an old school friend from back in the day. Very relatable and very insightful in his knowledge of addiction. Lea....

A Thriveworks Client, verified client of John

Get to know John

Why did you decide to become a counselor?

To help individuals suffering with substance abuse and grief, and to help hurting families.

What’s one thing you wish all clients knew?

You can recover and life can be meaningful in spite of your past.

Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?

I wanted an opportunity to make a positive difference following the death of my wife.

What do you like to when you aren't working?

I like entertaining my dog Sweetness Goodgirl, hiking, reading and listening to music.

Other areas of focus

SpecialitiesAddiction, Depression, Grief, Coping Skills, Infidelity, Self Esteem, Life Transition, Relationships, Anxiety, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Divorce

ApproachesMotivational Interviewing, Reality Therapy, Existential Therapy, Any / Eclectic, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBCT), Person-Centered Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Strength-Based Therapy