A Path Toward Healing, Connection, and Growth
At Marriage & Family Therapy Solutions, we believe in the strength of human connection and the transformative power of therapy. Whether you’re navigating life’s challenges alone, with a partner, or within your family system, our mission is to walk alongside you—providing skilled, compassionate care grounded in decades of experience.
We are Laurie Wilson and Dr. Sharon Cross, licensed mental health professionals dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families find clarity, connection, and lasting change.
About Us
With a combined 55+ years in the mental health field, we’ve worked across local government, hospitals, military communities, and private practice—each experience deepening our commitment to serve. We bring not only clinical expertise but a genuine, empathetic presence to every session.
Whether you’re experiencing relationship tension, anxiety, trauma, or a life transition, we tailor our approach to support your goals with cultural sensitivity and evidence-based care.
Our Mission & Values
We believe:
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- That every person has the capacity to grow and heal.
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- That relationships can evolve, strengthen, and thrive.
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- That therapy is most powerful when rooted in collaboration, trust, and compassion.
Our goal is simple: to provide a welcoming, non-judgmental space where healing can take root and real progress is possible.
What We Treat
We support clients navigating:
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- Marital or Relationship Conflict
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- Communication Breakdown
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- Co‑Parenting & Blended Family Challenges
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- Grief, Trauma & Life Transitions
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- Anxiety, Depression & High Life Stress
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- Premarital Counseling & Relationship Enrichment
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- Women’s Issues, Maternal Mental Health, and Identity Concerns
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- Workplace & Military-Related Stress
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- ADD/ADHD, PTSD, and Trauma Recovery
Meet the Therapists
Laurie Wilson, LMFT, LPC, CSAC
With over 25 years of experience, Laurie specializes in working with military families, healthcare professionals, and blended households. Her solution-focused, holistic approach integrates systems theory, trauma-informed care, CBT, and mindfulness.
Laurie is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, and Certified Substance Abuse Counselor. As a military spouse and therapist to clients across the U.S. and abroad, Laurie brings a global and inclusive perspective to her work. She currently maintains a private practice in Dumfries, Virginia, and offers HIPAA-compliant virtual sessions.
Specialties: Marital counseling, anxiety, PTSD, military family stress, parenting, depression
Dr. Sharon Cross, LCSW
Dr. Cross is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 30 years in mental health care. Her work spans residential treatment, military and veteran populations, and community-based services. Sharon provides online therapy throughout Virginia and offers services in both English and Spanish.
Her therapeutic style is holistic, culturally aware, and client-centered, drawing from CBT, ACT, Strength-Based Therapy, and Solution-Focused approaches.
Specialties: Anxiety, depression, women’s issues, PTSD, ADHD, grief, and cultural identity
Our Approach
No two individuals or relationships are alike—and neither is our therapy. We tailor every session to your goals, values, and lived experience. Our approach is:
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- Flexible & Personalized – We meet you where you are.
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- Collaborative & Transparent – Therapy is a partnership.
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- Culturally Sensitive & Inclusive – Your story matters.
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- Evidence-Based & Integrative – We use what works.
Online Video Counseling
We offer secure, HIPAA-compliant online therapy—so you can access care from the comfort of your home. Whether you’re balancing work, family, or military life, our virtual sessions make quality support accessible and convenient.
Book Your Free Consultation
Take the first step toward clarity and connection. We’re here to support you.
📞 703‑615‑2891
📧 marriageandfamilytherapysolutions@hushmail.com
📍 17511 Tripoli Blvd, Dumfries, VA 22026
📬 PO Box 595, Dumfries, VA 22026
🕘 Mon–Thurs, 9 AM–6 PM
🌐 marriageandfamilytherapysolutions.com
Prefer to work with Laurie, Dr. Cross, or both? Let us help you find the right fit.