About Jason

Jason is an Intern in Counseling who is pursuing licensure as a Professional Counselor (LPC). Jason is completing his final year at William & Mary in pursuit of his Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with Military and Veterans specialty. He is working under the supervision of Marianne G. Shirilla, MAMFC, LPC-S, LMFT. 

Whether you’re feeling lost, disconnected, or simply looking for support through life’s challenges, Jason is here to walk alongside you with compassion and purpose. Jason works with adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, and identity-related concerns. He understands how overwhelming it can feel to be stuck in patterns of stress, self-doubt, and uncertainty. His goal is to create a warm, safe space where clients feel heard and empowered to grow. 

Jason has experience providing individual and family-based counseling for a range of mental health concerns, including mood disorders, behavioral challenges, and relational difficulties. This experience has helped him build therapeutic relationships, support emotional regulation, and offer responsive care.

Jason’s approach is grounded in evidence-based practices, including cognitive-behavioral and person-centered therapies, and is guided by a deep respect for each client’s individual experience. He believes in the power of small insights that can make those lightbulb moments lead to real change. Each session is a step forward toward greater self-understanding, healing, and resilience.

Outside of counseling, Jason enjoys exercising and hiking to and stay grounded and manage stress. He brings over three years of experience as a youth group leader at a Vietnamese church, where he supported teens in their emotional and spiritual growth. Born and raised in Fairfax, VA, Jason is fluent in both English and Vietnamese, which helps him connect with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds. 

Jason looks forward to walking alongside you, whether you’re pursuing healing, actively healing, or building the life you truly want. Wherever you are on your journey, you don’t have to walk it alone

Jason offers therapeutic services at a self-pay rate of $60 per session. Although guaranteed payment from insurance is not possible, Jason accepts most Virginia Anthem BCBS and Carefirst DC Capital region plans including FEPBlue as well as most out-of-state BCBS. All in-network insurance is billed through his supervisor. Should you desire out-of-network reimbursement, Jason will provide you with a statement to submit to your insurance company.