- Stress reduction
- Build self-compassion
- Reduce isolation
About Corey
Corey Tolliver is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, and depression. He centers work on practical steps that build emotional resilience and self-compassion. Corey emphasizes clear, everyday strategies rather than jargon-heavy therapy talk.
He brings four years of clinical experience in Virginia to his practice. Corey focuses on reducing isolation and loneliness and supports men navigating identity and self-worth. He creates an affirming environment for Black and LGBTQ+ individuals to talk through hurts and strengths.
Corey uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which means he helps people notice patterns of thinking that keep problems going and then tries out different ways of responding. Sessions often include practicing small skills, testing new behaviors, and setting realistic goals between meetings.
Corey aims to help people build routines that make life feel more manageable. He pays attention to emotional safety and to how identity and daily stress affect mood. The work is collaborative and paced to what each person can handle.
People choose Corey when they want straightforward tools for feeling better, less alone, and more in control. His practice emphasizes self-love, steady coping skills, and practical steps toward clearer thinking and calmer reactions.
How CBT and online work can fit your life
Corey uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people spot thinking patterns that fuel anxiety, low mood, and anger. CBT focuses on small, practical changes - testing new ways to think and act, trying short experiments between sessions, and building steady coping skills that reduce distress.Finding the right approach is part of the process. Corey works together with each person to decide whether CBT fits their needs and goals. He adjusts pacing and techniques based on what feels helpful and workable for the individual.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not listed here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people keep momentum between meetings through clear homework and skill practice. Discussing practical preferences up front helps shape a plan that fits daily life and supports steady progress.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
4+ years
Credentials
Virginia, Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Corey commonly help with?
Corey works with stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, and compassion fatigue. He also focuses on isolation, men's issues, and building self-love.
What style of therapy does he use?
He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful patterns.
How much clinical experience does he have?
Corey has four years of clinical experience working with these concerns in Virginia.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a licensed clinical social worker, LCSW, with licensure noted in Virginia. His practice is based in Virginia.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps start the process?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.