Dr. Sonya Medina , VA Psychologist 0810003270

Dr. Sonya Medina is a licensed psychologist in Virginia with 24 years of clinical experience working across settings that include juvenile justice, residential treatment, and services for Veterans. She has treated a broad range of concerns such as mood and anxiety disorders, trauma, women’s issues, and substance use, bringing decades of practical experience to each client interaction.

She primarily uses a cognitive behavioral framework, helping people recognize how unhelpful thought patterns produce difficult emotions and maintain cycles of distress. Her approach focuses on identifying those patterns, exploring opportunities for change, and practicing new behaviors that support improved functioning and well-being. The overarching aim is to help each person move toward a better quality of life.

Dr. Medina emphasizes a collaborative therapeutic relationship grounded in compassion and honest feedback. She views therapy as a supportive space where negative cycles can be disrupted and meaningful progress can occur, and she values the privilege of accompanying people through challenging periods. She holds the credential VA Psychologist 0810003270, indicating licensure as a psychologist in Virginia.