Esther is very nice and is very helpful! I like my sessions with her.
Esther Dubique, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Esther is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- 4.8 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Esther. View 13 reviews
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Virginia
Recent reviews
Fabulous listener, gives me the guidance I need. Her demeanor is calming. Esther has been just what I have needed to get me through a hard chapter in my life.
More about Esther
- 7 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
As a licensed therapist in Virginia, I specialize in supporting individuals through complex life challenges with compassion and cultural sensitivity. My practice centers on empowering clients to navigate difficult emotional landscapes, with expertise in addressing depression, relationship dynamics, trauma recovery, and personal growth.
I am deeply committed to creating a supportive therapeutic environment that honors each person's unique journey. My approach integrates evidence-based practices with a holistic understanding of mental wellness, focusing on areas like self-love, communication, healing from shame, and rebuilding personal resilience.
My professional experience spans diverse client needs, including women's health, workplace challenges, multicultural concerns, and support for individuals experiencing significant life transitions. I bring a warm, affirming perspective to our work together, believing that every individual has inherent strength and capacity for meaningful change.
Specialties
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Self esteem
Depression
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
Adoption and foster care
Attachment issues
Body image
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Codependency
Communication problems
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Family problems
Fertility issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Immigration issues
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Postpartum depression
Pregnancy and childbirth
Prejudice and discrimination
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Somatization
Traumatic brain injury
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Insurance Accepted
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Virginia
- BCBS Federal Employee Program
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- GEHA
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- UMR
- UnitedHealthcare
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Systemic Therapy
Licenses
Esther Dubique's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356638738.
- LCSW · Virginia · 0904009587 · Renews June 2026
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Esther Dubique
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Esther is very nice and is very helpful! I like my sessions with her.
Fabulous listener, gives me the guidance I need. Her demeanor is calming. Esther has been just what I have needed to get me through a hard chapter in my life.
I’ve only had two sessions with Esther so far, but it’s clear she has a true passion for helping and understanding others. She’s very easy to connect with, and I’m looking forward to continuing to work with her.
Esther Dubique is a joy to work with. She asks helpful, insightful questions that get to the core of an issue. She's punctual and very respectful of my time. She's very friendly and I have no doubt about her expertise.
I am very happy with Ms Dubuque. From the beginning I felt she listened and understood exactly what I needed for my situation. She is very invested in my therapy and has recommended coping skills I am using. I feel she is the right counselor for me.
Esther is awesome!!
She’s been extremely helpful and open with me
i love working with Esther, she provides helpful feedback and great insight into my thought process
Esther listens intently to me and gives me feedback that helps me see things from a different perspective. She then encourages my feedback in response. You can tell she really does care.
Great! Really listens and asks insightful questions
My experience with Esther Dubique has been fantastic and helpful. I have no complaints, only good things to say. I have appreciated the insight and support, and I think her sessions have helped me through a very stressful time in my life. Unfortunately, COVID has worn me down the past 3 weeks, and I'm still unable to speak for any length of time. For now, I am taking a break from therapy to focus on my physical health.
I have just started seeing Esther within the last 3 weeks. She responds to my questions, journal entries and concerns very quickly. During our sessions, she is very compassionate and understanding and asks me thought provoking questions which I find myself “pondering” various solutions over the next few days. I look forward to continuing to work with her.
Esther is warm, kind, and professional. I appreciate how she asks inquisitive questions for me to reflect on how I think about things. I have had a hard time connecting with therapists in the past, but not with Esther. I am grateful we connected and highly recommend her.
Frequently asked questions
Does Esther Dubique offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Esther Dubique works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Esther Dubique speak?
Esther Dubique speaks English.
How many years of experience does Esther Dubique have?
Esther Dubique has 7 years of experience.
Where is Esther Dubique licensed to practice?
Esther Dubique is licensed to practice in Virginia.
Does Esther Dubique accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Esther Dubique accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Esther Dubique accept insurance?
Yes, Esther Dubique accepts Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Virginia, BCBS Federal Employee Program, CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, GEHA, Optum, Oscar Health, UMR, and UnitedHealthcare.
Does Esther Dubique accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Esther Dubique does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Esther Dubique offer?
Esther Dubique offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Systemic Therapy.
How can I communicate with Esther Dubique?
Esther Dubique can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
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