Keystone Therapy Group

06/17/2026

Most couples don't come to therapy because they stopped loving each other.

They come because they got stuck.

The same arguments.
The same misunderstandings.
The same hurt feelings.

Kaitlyn Steel specializes in helping couples understand the pattern underneath the conflict so they can reconnect in meaningful ways.

https://keystonetherapygroup.com/kaitlyn-steel/

06/15/2026

Pride is about more than celebration.

It's also about being fully seen.

Many LGBTQ+ clients come to therapy carrying years of messages about who they should be, how they should love, or what parts of themselves are acceptable.

Therapy can become a place to set those messages down.

We're proud to support LGBTQIA+ individuals, couples, and families throughout Northern Virginia.

Find safe, affirming counseling for LGBTQ+ individuals and couples in Northern Virginia. Keystone Therapy Group provides compassionate support for identity, relationships, and mental health.

06/12/2026

New Episode of The Unmasked Therapist Podcast

What does it mean to be fully present with a client while still maintaining healthy professional boundaries? What do you do when imposter syndrome washes over you?

Listen to the latest episode of The Unmasked Therapist Podcast

Hosted by Kim Rippy, LPC, and Kaitlyn Steel, LMFT.

Available on Spotify.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/7IkuL1sLVBOBxR4koDsr5j?si=1fa9a47015304ade

The Unmasked Therapist Podcast · Episode

06/10/2026

One of the things clients consistently tell us about Essie is:

"I finally felt like I didn't have to explain myself."

For many LGBTQ+ clients, clients exploring identity, or those in non-traditional relationship structures, therapy can feel exhausting when you spend half the session educating your therapist.

Essie brings deep curiosity, compassion, and affirmation into the room.

She works with:
• LGBTQIA+ clients
• Ethical non-monogamy
• Couples and relationships
• Shame and self-worth
• Identity development

And she's now able to accept CareFirst clients under supervision, as well as Cigna and Sentara, making therapy significantly more accessible.

https://keystonetherapygroup.com/essie-bent/

06/08/2026

People spend all year saying:

"Things will get better once summer gets here."

Then summer arrives.
The schedule changes, but the anxiety is still there.
The burnout is still there.
The relationship patterns are still there.

Sometimes summer is actually the first time people have enough breathing room to realize how much they've been carrying.

At Keystone Therapy Group, we help clients work through anxiety, trauma, burnout, relationship challenges, and major life transitions—not just manage symptoms.

If you've been waiting for the "right time" to start therapy, summer may be exactly that.

📍 Burke, VA
💻 Virtual across Virginia

https://keystonetherapygroup.com/

05/31/2026

A lot of people think summer will fix how they’ve been feeling.

More time.
Less stress.
A break from routine.

But usually, the same patterns follow:
• overthinking
• burnout
• relationship stress

Summer can actually be a really good time to start therapy:
✔ more flexibility in your schedule
✔ space to focus on yourself
✔ a chance to feel different before fall gets busy again

We’re currently accepting new clients.

✔ Insurance accepted (CareFirst, Cigna, Aetna, United & more)
📍 Burke, VA | 💻 Virtual across VA

Start here:

Discover authentic, connection-driven therapy in Virginia. Keystone Therapy Group helps you heal trauma, reduce anxiety, and build stronger relationships.

05/28/2026

“How much does therapy actually cost?”

It’s one of the most common questions—and one of the biggest reasons people wait to start.

The reality is:
If you’re using insurance, therapy is often more affordable than people expect.

✔ In-network with CareFirst, Cigna, Aetna, United & more
✔ We verify your benefits for you
✔ We explain your cost upfront

If cost has been holding you back, it’s worth checking.

📍 Burke, VA | 💻 Virtual

Explore the insurance and fees page at Keystone Therapy Group to understand our accepted insurance plans and transparent fee structure. Get the information you need to make informed decisions about your mental health care.

05/25/2026

A lot of people think about starting therapy for a long time before they actually reach out.

Usually because:
• they’re not sure who to choose
• they’re worried it won’t help
• they’re unsure about cost

In the meantime, nothing really changes.

If you’ve been stuck in:
• overthinking
• stress or burnout
• relationship patterns that keep repeating

therapy can help—and it may be more accessible than you think.

✔ We help match you with a therapist
✔ Insurance accepted (CareFirst, Cigna, Aetna, United & more)
✔ In-person in Burke + virtual across VA

We have a few openings right now.

Start here: https://keystonetherapygroup.com

05/22/2026

Anxiety doesn’t stay contained—it shows up in relationships.

It can look like:
• overanalyzing your partner’s tone or behavior
• needing reassurance but feeling guilty asking
• reacting quickly or shutting down

Over time, those patterns create distance—even when both people care.

We help clients understand how anxiety is shaping their relationships and how to shift those patterns in a real, lasting way.

Now accepting clients in Northern Virginia.
In-network with CareFirst, Cigna, Aetna, United, and more.

https://keystonetherapygroup.com

05/19/2026

If your body always feels tense—even when you try to relax—it’s not just in your head.

Therapy can help you understand what your body is holding and how to actually shift it.

✔ Insurance accepted
📍 Burke, VA

https://keystonetherapygroup.com