https://www.verusridgecounseling.com/our-staff daily 0.75 2026-03-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624b02cd00b74256b64532bc/0f7e309f-0484-4250-bb6f-87e59f7d9031/Verus+Ridge+FS-10.jpg Our Staff - Veronica Clapp, LPC, NCC Tobias Keene, D.D.S. Hailing from Richmond, Virginia, Dr. Tobias Keene brings a bit of unabashed Southern hospitality to all his patients. He moved to Washington, D.C. over thirty years ago as a freshman at Ivy College. Right after graduation, he attended World University’s School of Dentistry. Before opening Keene Dental in 1994, he worked for free clinics and some of the finest practices in the District. He is part of the 123 Dental Association and stays up-to-date on the latest dental discoveries. When not striving to keep his patients happy and healthy, he’s enjoys hiking with his family in Rock Creek Park. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624b02cd00b74256b64532bc/e0ddf60e-d695-421b-8c3b-fb8f5233574b/For+Brice.jpg Our Staff - Tori Lesko, LCSW Tobias Keene, D.D.S. Hailing from Richmond, Virginia, Dr. Tobias Keene brings a bit of unabashed Southern hospitality to all his patients. He moved to Washington, D.C. over thirty years ago as a freshman at Ivy College. Right after graduation, he attended World University’s School of Dentistry. Before opening Keene Dental in 1994, he worked for free clinics and some of the finest practices in the District. He is part of the 123 Dental Association and stays up-to-date on the latest dental discoveries. When not striving to keep his patients happy and healthy, he’s enjoys hiking with his family in Rock Creek Park. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624b02cd00b74256b64532bc/86a70349-043f-450f-82e2-89365e7ff878/NW+2.jpg Our Staff - Norman Wray III, MA, LAPC, NCC Tobias Keene, D.D.S. Hailing from Richmond, Virginia, Dr. Tobias Keene brings a bit of unabashed Southern hospitality to all his patients. He moved to Washington, D.C. over thirty years ago as a freshman at Ivy College. Right after graduation, he attended World University’s School of Dentistry. Before opening Keene Dental in 1994, he worked for free clinics and some of the finest practices in the District. He is part of the 123 Dental Association and stays up-to-date on the latest dental discoveries. When not striving to keep his patients happy and healthy, he’s enjoys hiking with his family in Rock Creek Park. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624b02cd00b74256b64532bc/07c6f17e-1606-49d3-9aed-04eee4a2635c/image0.jpeg Our Staff - Katee Rook, LSW Tobias Keene, D.D.S. Hailing from Richmond, Virginia, Dr. Tobias Keene brings a bit of unabashed Southern hospitality to all his patients. He moved to Washington, D.C. over thirty years ago as a freshman at Ivy College. Right after graduation, he attended World University’s School of Dentistry. Before opening Keene Dental in 1994, he worked for free clinics and some of the finest practices in the District. He is part of the 123 Dental Association and stays up-to-date on the latest dental discoveries. When not striving to keep his patients happy and healthy, he’s enjoys hiking with his family in Rock Creek Park. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624b02cd00b74256b64532bc/2efb1c86-aed8-4a99-98a4-8bbfaae5e511/Ellen+M.jpeg Our Staff - Ellen McCardell, LPC, NCC, CCTP Tobias Keene, D.D.S. Hailing from Richmond, Virginia, Dr. Tobias Keene brings a bit of unabashed Southern hospitality to all his patients. He moved to Washington, D.C. over thirty years ago as a freshman at Ivy College. Right after graduation, he attended World University’s School of Dentistry. Before opening Keene Dental in 1994, he worked for free clinics and some of the finest practices in the District. He is part of the 123 Dental Association and stays up-to-date on the latest dental discoveries. When not striving to keep his patients happy and healthy, he’s enjoys hiking with his family in Rock Creek Park. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624b02cd00b74256b64532bc/7a424158-ff33-4513-ab16-29b4114391c2/Isaac+2.jpg Our Staff - Isaac Smith, Intern Tobias Keene, D.D.S. Hailing from Richmond, Virginia, Dr. Tobias Keene brings a bit of unabashed Southern hospitality to all his patients. He moved to Washington, D.C. over thirty years ago as a freshman at Ivy College. Right after graduation, he attended World University’s School of Dentistry. Before opening Keene Dental in 1994, he worked for free clinics and some of the finest practices in the District. He is part of the 123 Dental Association and stays up-to-date on the latest dental discoveries. When not striving to keep his patients happy and healthy, he’s enjoys hiking with his family in Rock Creek Park. https://www.verusridgecounseling.com/home daily 1.0 2025-12-31 https://www.verusridgecounseling.com/location daily 0.75 2025-01-01 https://www.verusridgecounseling.com/about daily 0.75 2026-03-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624b02cd00b74256b64532bc/97c8f7e6-d32f-4aeb-a57e-379a56cbb944/VerusRidgeWeb-43.jpg About https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624b02cd00b74256b64532bc/1698109431485-ID36Q2QD6XVXHH5JAO5E/image-asset.jpeg About https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624b02cd00b74256b64532bc/4c120934-4348-4462-86e8-891f652423d8/VerusRidgeWeb-57.jpg About https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624b02cd00b74256b64532bc/1649086403569-L3RCCUA2ZG2NIRCS505W/unsplash-image-3K6ZkYBj2Xo.jpg About You might be wondering, “Why Verus Ridge? What does that mean?” Verus is a word of Latin origin meaning “true, truthful, genuine, or actual.” Sometimes, getting to the truth about ourselves and living in a genuine way is some of the hardest work we will ever do! It can feel like standing at the base of a mountain ridge, looking to the top. One might think, “I can’t do that.” However, we often can, and we do it by focusing on one step at a time and accepting help from others. The effort is worth it when you reach the summit you’ve been climbing toward. https://www.verusridgecounseling.com/request-appointment daily 0.75 2025-11-20 https://www.verusridgecounseling.com/faq daily 0.75 2026-03-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624b02cd00b74256b64532bc/1708199409748-DZCC06I0ZRB9HZM0PIOS/image-asset.jpeg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624b02cd00b74256b64532bc/1708199458062-WFX1BBBIQE9DT7F00BLL/image-asset.jpeg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624b02cd00b74256b64532bc/9af60bdb-00fd-4ee7-b526-b2cf5f369e5b/image-asset.jpg FAQ Good Faith Estimate You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical and mental health care will cost. Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the expected charges for medical services, including psychotherapy services. You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency healthcare services, including psychotherapy services. You can ask your healthcare provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule a service. If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill. Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate. If you believe you’ve been wrongly billed or for more information about your rights under Federal law, you may visit: www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call 1-800-985-3059. For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises. https://www.verusridgecounseling.com/client-portal1 daily 0.75 2024-02-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624b02cd00b74256b64532bc/1698084684051-UWFAEJNAUNTAH0CDY40D/image-asset.jpeg Client Portal - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.verusridgecounseling.com/employment daily 0.75 2025-01-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624b02cd00b74256b64532bc/1708194863222-SEEY7VXDDH0N78G7CL3H/image-asset.jpeg Employment Verus Ridge is hiring for two positions: a PA state licensed couples counselor, and a PA state licensed counselor who is passionate about working with children. The ideal candidate will have experience working with couples/families, strong interpersonal skills, a compassionate approach to therapy, and a commitment to fostering genuine connections with each client. We prioritize hiring therapists who are empathetic listeners, skilled collaborators, and advocate for their clients' well-being. If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of others and thrive in a client-focused practice, we'd love to hear from you. We are currently accepting applications for these two positions with the requirement that the applicant must have one of the following active Pennsylvania licenses: LPC, LCSW, LMFT, LSW or LAPC. Are you an intern looking to gain experience as part of your graduate or postgraduate counseling or social work program? 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