Aspen Grove Wellness

05/28/2026

Organizations need friends too. 🌿

At Aspen Grove Wellness, we believe mental health care gets better when we stay connected, curious, and willing to learn.

This week, our team had the opportunity to connect with Marquis Mapp, Executive Director of Side by Side, for an intentional training focused on how we can more fully show up in support of LGBTQ+ youth and young adults.

We are so grateful for the work Side by Side is doing in the Richmond community, and for the chance to learn from their leadership, advocacy, and deep commitment to creating spaces where young people can feel safe, known, and supported.

At AGW, we provide compassionate, affirming therapy for adolescents, young adults, college students, adults, and families. We currently have immediate openings for both in-person therapy in Richmond and virtual therapy across Virginia with affirming and allied providers who are committed to creating a safe, welcoming, and supportive space for all.

Collaboration is one of the ways we grow. Connection is one of the ways we care. And learning from organizations doing meaningful work helps us keep becoming the kind of mental health practice our community needs.

Thank you, Marquis and Side by Side, for spending time with us and helping us deepen this work. 🤍

If you or someone you love is looking for LGBTQ+ affirming therapy in Richmond or across Virginia, we would be honored to help you get connected. Click the link in our bio to get more information today.

04/24/2026

🎉 New Therapist Announcement: Meet Elise Jensen!

We are thrilled to announce we are growing! Please join us in welcoming our newest therapist, Elise Jensen, to our Aspen Grove Wellness - Richmond office.

Elise is known for her kind, approachable nature and her deep commitment to providing exceptional mental health support to the Richmond community. Whether you are seeking support for yourself or a family member, Elise offers a welcoming space for growth and healing.

🌟 Specialized Care for All Ages
Elise works with clients across the lifespan, offering tailored therapeutic support for:

Children (Ages 8+): Helping young ones navigate big emotions and developmental milestones.

Teens & Adolescents: Providing a safe space for the unique challenges of the school years.

Adults: Supporting individuals through life transitions, stress, and personal growth.

📍 Visit Us in Richmond
Located in the heart of Richmond, VA, Aspen Grove Wellness is dedicated to accessible, compassionate care. Elise is currently accepting new clients and is ready to help you or your loved one take the next step toward wellness.

Ready to start your journey?
📞 Call us today or visit our website to learn more about Elise and schedule your first session. Let’s work together to help you thrive!

04/20/2026

There’s something powerful about starting a conversation that’s been waiting to be had.

On Friday, Stephanie and Leslie had the honor of opening the spring VACP conference with a talk rooted in something both deeply human and often overlooked - attachment, loneliness, and the architecture of adult friendship.

Loneliness is not just a feeling. It’s a public health issue. And friendship - real, intentional, invested friendship - may be one of the most protective forces we have.

This talk was built on the foundation of their friendship, which has shaped the way they understand connection, repair, presence, and what it means to truly show up for another person over time. And in many ways, this moment was a friendship move too - a long-held hope of Leslie’s to bring the science and soul of friendship into spaces where it can create real change.

So they began there.
With a room full of psychologists.
And a call to action.

What would it look like to take friendship seriously in our lives, in our work, and in the way we care for one another?

04/15/2026

Ready to begin?

There’s a quiet moment when someone considers reaching out for therapy. It can pass quickly, and it can feel vulnerable. What happens in that moment matters.

At Aspen Grove Wellness, we’re here to meet you in it. From your very first interaction, our team is focused on listening, understanding, and helping you feel genuinely supported.

We’re now offering same-day and next-day appointments so you don’t have to wait in that space of uncertainty.

Therapy here is built on connection. Not just showing up, but being met. Not just talking, but being heard.

We offer individual and couples therapy for clients in Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia, with virtual and limited in-person options available. We are in network with most major insurance plans.

If you’ve been thinking about starting, this is your moment.

Are you ready to take that first step?

301-800-8696
Link to schedule in bio.

04/10/2026

There is a version of you who laughs more easily.

Who moves through the week without that familiar weight sitting somewhere behind your eyes.

Who shows up to the people you love and actually feels present.

That version of you is not out of reach. It is just on the other side of asking for some help getting there.

At Aspen Grove Wellness, we believe everyone deserves to feel that kind of free.

Link in bio to take the first step.

📍 Maryland and Virginia

04/10/2026

There’s a moment - quiet, often invisible - when someone decides to reach out for help.

It’s tender.
It’s vulnerable.
And it doesn’t always come twice.

At Aspen Grove Wellness, we don’t take that moment lightly.

We believe healing happens in relationship:
in being met with kindness,
in feeling truly understood,
in knowing you don’t have to carry it alone.

More human.
More connected.
More understood.

If you’ve been thinking about reaching out, this is your sign. 🌿

📍 Hagerstown | Gaithersburg | Reston | Richmond
📞 301-800-8696
✉️ info@youraspengrove.com

03/27/2026

The word is officially out, and to say we are humbled feels like an understatement.

Aspen Grove Wellness has been named a finalist for Best Mental Health Practice and the category winner for Best Place to Work!

And while our hearts are bursting, the truth is this has never been about awards. It has always been about people.

It’s about the clients who trust us with their stories. With the parts that feel heavy, messy, and hard to hold alone. It’s about the clinicians who show up, day after day, with open hearts, steady presence, and a deep commitment to doing this work well. It’s about the quiet, consistent ways we choose kindness, collaboration, and growth, even when it’s not the easiest path.

We believe healing happens in relationship.
We believe our team deserves to feel supported, valued, and whole.
We believe that when people feel like they matter, everything changes.

This recognition belongs to every single person who is part of our grove - our team, our clients, and our community. You are the reason this place feels the way it does.

More moments from our Besties event are coming soon, and if you’ve ever wondered what it feels like to be in a space built on connection, this is just a glimpse. 🪴

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03/21/2026

Today we walked together.

For connection.
For hope.
For the reminder that healing doesn’t happen in isolation.

At Aspen Grove Wellness, we believe healing happens in relationship. If you’re reading this and things feel heavy right now . . . we’re really glad you’re here.

03/20/2026

There’s something really special happening here.

Not just growth for the sake of growth, but the kind that is rooted in purpose, shaped by values, and held together by people who genuinely care about doing this work well.

Behind every session is a team learning, showing up, supporting each other, and staying deeply committed to what matters most: meaningful connection.

We are building something different.
A place where clinicians feel supported.
A place where clients feel safe.
A place where healing happens in relationship.

And the truth is. . . we’re just getting started. 🌿

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09/20/2024

🌟 Are fears of rejection keeping you from genuine connections? 🌟 Dive into our latest blog post, "Is Relationship Anxiety Holding You Back? Confronting Rejection Fears," and discover how to break free from the cycle of anxiety. Unlock the path to deeper, more fulfilling relationships today! 💖✨ https://wix.to/ODVvtXh

Struggling with relationship anxiety and the fear of rejection? Discover effective strategies to manage these feelings and build stronger connections. Learn how to overcome rejection anxiety and foster healthier relationships today!

08/29/2024

Finding the right therapist is more than just picking a comfy couch. 🛋️💬 Dive into our latest blog post, "Finding Your Perfect Therapist: It’s Not Just About The Couch," and discover how to choose a therapist who truly fits your needs and journey. From qualifications to personality, we’re breaking down what really matters. 💡💖

Ready to take the next step in your healing journey? Click to read the full post! 📖🔗