Meet Virginia Perkins
Virginia is a Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT #156132) and a Registered Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC # 19904) practicing under the supervision of Laura Firestone (LMFT #49161). Virginia works with individuals and couples in person in the Bay Area and virtually throughout California. Virginia earned her M.S. in Counseling Psychology from Dominican University of California, her J.D. from NYU School of Law, and her B.A. in Philosophy from U.C. Berkeley.
Virginia’s Specialties
Virginia’s areas of clinical interest include anxiety, couples and relationships, life/career transitions, identity and values exploration, parenting and stress/burnout.
In her work with couples, Virginia uses Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to help couples move away from cycles that create distance and disconnection and towards greater security and connection. Virginia’s work with individuals is grounded in psychodynamic theory, Control Mastery Theory, and a deep curiosity about how we are shaped by our past experiences. She integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness practices when appropriate to support clients’ growth and progress.
PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND
Before becoming a therapist, Virginia practiced law for more than two decades. She understands firsthand the pressures of demanding careers, major life transitions, and the challenge of balancing professional and personal roles.
Virginia has received training in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, ACT, CBT, Control Mastery Theory, and mindfulness-based practices, among others. Virginia continues to pursue trainings and seek supervision with the aim of deepening and expanding her work with clients.
PERSONAL INTERESTS
Virginia lives in Marin County with her family. Outside of the therapy office she can often be found exploring the trails of Mt. Tam. She also enjoys a good pottery wheel – where she continues to strive to make a bigger bowl.
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