Scott Foor, MSW

Meet Scott.

Hi, I’m Scott Foor, a Supervisee in Clinical Social Work. I work with tweens, teens, and young adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, stress, and emotional overwhelm — especially those who feel more at home in worlds shaped by games, stories, creativity, and imagination.

You might be a parent who has tried everything to help your child feel better. Or you might be a young adult feeling weighed down by pressure, self-doubt, or the sense that you don’t quite fit traditional expectations. I understand how heavy that can feel. My goal is to create a therapy space that feels safe, relatable, and even a little fun — where your interests are welcomed, not minimized, and where we build real tools for emotional regulation and confidence.

I offer in-person therapy in Fredericksburg, Virginia, as well as secure online therapy across Virginia, making it easier to access meaningful, personalized support alongside school, work, and family life.

Who I Work With

I primarily work with:

• Tweens and teens struggling with anxiety, social stress, OCD, or emotional regulation

• Young adults navigating academic pressure, relationships, identity development, or burnout

• Neurodivergent clients, including those with ADHD or autistic traits

• Parents who want to better understand and support their child’s emotional world

Many of the clients I work with feel misunderstood, overwhelmed, or disconnected — and are looking for therapy that meets them where they are.

My Background & Approach

I earned my Bachelor’s degree from the University of Virginia’s College at Wise and my Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Pittsburgh.

My professional journey began as a mentor for at-risk youth, which sparked my passion for helping young people feel seen and supported. I’ve since worked in a pediatric psychiatric hospital, an intensive outpatient program specializing in OCD, and with Prince William County Community Services, where I supported youth and families through an Intensive In-Home Program.

Across these roles, I’ve seen how powerful therapy can be when young people feel truly understood — and how emotional safety opens the door to growth and change.

My approach is trauma-informed, attachment-aware, and developmentally attuned. I integrate evidence-based methods including:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

• Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)

• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

• Internal Family Systems (IFS)

All therapy begins with stage one trauma-informed work, focused on safety, emotional regulation, and stabilization.

Geek-Affirming Therapy & Creative Approaches

What makes my work unique is how I intentionally integrate geek and nerd culture into the therapeutic process. For many clients, video games, comics, anime, fantasy, sci-fi, and tabletop role-playing games are places of meaning, regulation, and identity — not distractions.

In therapy, we may use:

• Superhero and story metaphors

• Role-playing and narrative exploration

• Gaming and fandom frameworks

• Creative problem-solving and imagination

These approaches help make therapy more engaging and accessible, especially for clients who don’t connect with traditional talk therapy. Through fictional narratives and role-play, we can safely explore real emotions, inner conflicts, and strengths in a way that feels empowering.

I am currently pursuing advanced training and certification in Geek Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to continue deepening this work.

Location & Services

I offer:

• In-person therapy in Fredericksburg, Virginia

• Telehealth therapy across Virginia

If you’re looking for support that respects creativity, neurodivergence, and emotional depth — for your child or for yourself — I would be honored to walk alongside you.