Arlington Rooted Wellness LLC is a clinical psychology practice that provides individual therapy to treat anxiety, depression, burnout, and trauma. Corporate workshops are also available to promote healthy workplaces where people can thrive. We offer individual therapy sessions via telehealth in 43 states. While we provide individual therapy to all adults, we are particularly well-suited to assist attorneys and other busy professionals with workplace stress. Our founder, Dr. Nicole Hedrick, JD, PhD, served as a trial attorney before becoming a licensed clinical psychologist. She graduated from Harvard Law School and practiced law for 13 years.
Arlington Rooted Wellness LLC is a clinical psychology practice that provides individual therapy to treat anxiety, depression, burnout, and trauma. Corporate workshops are also available to promote healthy workplaces where people can thrive. We offer individual therapy sessions via telehealth in 43 states. While we provide individual therapy to all adults, we are particularly well-suited to assist attorneys and other busy professionals with workplace stress. Our founder, Dr. Nicole Hedrick, JD, PhD, served as a trial attorney before becoming a licensed clinical psychologist. She graduated from Harvard Law School and practiced law for 13 years.
Children ages 6-10 of introverted temperament come together to form supportive friendships, cope with social anxiety, and practice social skills; through play, art making and mindful movement. With Dr.D’s facilitation, children become aware of the strengths of introverts, cope with social anxiety, and practice friendship skills, such as initiating/exiting interactions, joining groups, resolving conflicts and responding to teasing. This group is appropriate for children who experience social anxiety or separation anxiety, or have been formally evaluated for Autism Spectrum Disorder, in level 1 (not 2 or 3). 6 sessions, 55 min for $800. Children 6-10.
Hosted by Diana Bermudez
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Group meets in Arlington, VA 22207
Children ages 6-10 of introverted temperament come together to form supportive friendships, cope with social anxiety, and practice social skills; through play, art making and mindful movement. With Dr.D’s facilitation, children become aware of the strengths of introverts, cope with social anxiety, and practice friendship skills, such as initiating/exiting interactions, joining groups, resolving conflicts and responding to teasing. This group is appropriate for children who experience social anxiety or separation anxiety, or have been formally evaluated for Autism Spectrum Disorder, in level 1 (not 2 or 3). 6 sessions, 55 min for $800. Children 6-10.
Grief is not just mental and emotional, it exists in the body. This group is focused on grief while we explore using Yoga(gentle movement), Journaling and Mindfulness as tools for healing.
Hosted by Chereen Gamal
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, RYT500, ACS
Group meets in Arlington, VA 22202
Grief is not just mental and emotional, it exists in the body. This group is focused on grief while we explore using Yoga(gentle movement), Journaling and Mindfulness as tools for healing.
This 60-minute in-person group meets weekly and focuses on the needs of women who are experiencing depression, anxiety, or stress during pregnancy or after giving birth. This group offers a space for women to explore their experiences and receive support from other women. The goal of the group is to improve coping skills, feel supported, and build resiliency.
This 60-minute in-person group meets weekly and focuses on the needs of women who are experiencing depression, anxiety, or stress during pregnancy or after giving birth. This group offers a space for women to explore their experiences and receive support from other women. The goal of the group is to improve coping skills, feel supported, and build resiliency.
Glow Up Girls Skills Group is an 8-week virtual, skills-based group for ages 11–13, helping build confidence, self-esteem, and emotion regulation and communication skills. Led by a licensed clinical psychologist, the group teaches CBT + DBT tools to help girls manage emotions, reduce anxiety, challenge unhelpful thoughts, and improve social connections. Virtual-only and open to anyone in a PSYPACT state (43 states). Girls with low confidence, mood changes, peer challenges, or social worries often benefit from this structured format. Group size is small to ensure individualized attention, practice, and a safe space to grow. Actively recruiting for 2026.
Glow Up Girls Skills Group is an 8-week virtual, skills-based group for ages 11–13, helping build confidence, self-esteem, and emotion regulation and communication skills. Led by a licensed clinical psychologist, the group teaches CBT + DBT tools to help girls manage emotions, reduce anxiety, challenge unhelpful thoughts, and improve social connections. Virtual-only and open to anyone in a PSYPACT state (43 states). Girls with low confidence, mood changes, peer challenges, or social worries often benefit from this structured format. Group size is small to ensure individualized attention, practice, and a safe space to grow. Actively recruiting for 2026.
Arlington Rooted Wellness LLC is a clinical psychology practice that provides individual therapy to treat anxiety, depression, burnout, and trauma. Corporate workshops are also available to promote healthy workplaces where people can thrive. We offer individual therapy sessions via telehealth in 43 states. While we provide individual therapy to all adults, we are particularly well-suited to assist attorneys and other busy professionals with workplace stress. Our founder, Dr. Nicole Hedrick, JD, PhD, served as a trial attorney before becoming a licensed clinical psychologist. She graduated from Harvard Law School and practiced law for 13 years.
Arlington Rooted Wellness LLC is a clinical psychology practice that provides individual therapy to treat anxiety, depression, burnout, and trauma. Corporate workshops are also available to promote healthy workplaces where people can thrive. We offer individual therapy sessions via telehealth in 43 states. While we provide individual therapy to all adults, we are particularly well-suited to assist attorneys and other busy professionals with workplace stress. Our founder, Dr. Nicole Hedrick, JD, PhD, served as a trial attorney before becoming a licensed clinical psychologist. She graduated from Harvard Law School and practiced law for 13 years.
Group therapy is one of the most powerful ways to increase self-awareness and create lasting change. Beyond support and coping strategies, it helps you recognize longstanding relational patterns as they unfold in real time. Members explore trust, intimacy, conflict, self-esteem, assertiveness, vulnerability, and emotional expression while receiving honest, compassionate feedback. They practice new ways of relating that lead to healthier, more fulfilling relationships outside of group. I often co-lead groups with another therapist, and together we create a confidential, psychologically safe environment that fosters authentic connection, self-exploration, and mutual growth.
Group therapy is one of the most powerful ways to increase self-awareness and create lasting change. Beyond support and coping strategies, it helps you recognize longstanding relational patterns as they unfold in real time. Members explore trust, intimacy, conflict, self-esteem, assertiveness, vulnerability, and emotional expression while receiving honest, compassionate feedback. They practice new ways of relating that lead to healthier, more fulfilling relationships outside of group. I often co-lead groups with another therapist, and together we create a confidential, psychologically safe environment that fosters authentic connection, self-exploration, and mutual growth.
Participants work on intimacy and relationship issues as well as depression, social and other anxieties, stress, and communication difficulties. The focus is on understanding more about yourself within the context of your relationships and how you get in your own way in life. Participants benefit from a mixed gender group as well as a mixed gender co-therapy team. We offer 9 ongoing groups and 2 multi-couple groups. These groups are often long term and have been going for over 8 years offering new participants a great deal of stability and safety to do deep work.
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Participants work on intimacy and relationship issues as well as depression, social and other anxieties, stress, and communication difficulties. The focus is on understanding more about yourself within the context of your relationships and how you get in your own way in life. Participants benefit from a mixed gender group as well as a mixed gender co-therapy team. We offer 9 ongoing groups and 2 multi-couple groups. These groups are often long term and have been going for over 8 years offering new participants a great deal of stability and safety to do deep work.
6-week virtual group designed to help individuals manage anxiety through movement, breathwork, mindfulness, and practical coping skills. Each 90-minute session will combine gentle yoga, nervous system regulation techniques, psychoeducation, and evidence-based strategies to help participants better understand the mind-body connection and reduce symptoms of stress and anxiety. Participants will learn: Breathing techniques to calm the nervous system; Poses that promote relaxation and grounding; Mindfulness practices to reduce worry and increase present-moment awareness; Coping skills for managing anxious thoughts and emotions; Tools to support long-term emotional wellness. No yoga experience required, all levels welcome.
Yoga for Anxiety begins first week in August.
6-week virtual group designed to help individuals manage anxiety through movement, breathwork, mindfulness, and practical coping skills. Each 90-minute session will combine gentle yoga, nervous system regulation techniques, psychoeducation, and evidence-based strategies to help participants better understand the mind-body connection and reduce symptoms of stress and anxiety. Participants will learn: Breathing techniques to calm the nervous system; Poses that promote relaxation and grounding; Mindfulness practices to reduce worry and increase present-moment awareness; Coping skills for managing anxious thoughts and emotions; Tools to support long-term emotional wellness. No yoga experience required, all levels welcome.
Led by Roland Scheppske, LPC, this weekly* virtual process group is for those identifying as gay cis men ages 18+ years old. This group is capped at 8 participants and focuses on boundary setting, families of origin, self-compassion, trauma, self-esteem, relationships, interpersonal skills building, self-advocacy, identity formation, and more. This group only meets 3 weeks out of the month.
Hosted by Roland Scheppske
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, NCC
Group meets in Arlington, VA 22207
Led by Roland Scheppske, LPC, this weekly* virtual process group is for those identifying as gay cis men ages 18+ years old. This group is capped at 8 participants and focuses on boundary setting, families of origin, self-compassion, trauma, self-esteem, relationships, interpersonal skills building, self-advocacy, identity formation, and more. This group only meets 3 weeks out of the month.
A weekly, 90-minute therapy group (college-age and adult groups) to support those who experience body dissatisfaction and want to process the issues underlying their body distress. The group is led from a weight-inclusive perspective to help you heal your relationship with your body to live a more embodied life. Discussion topics include media and cultural norms, shame, self-compassion, mindfulness, diet culture, boundaries, and more. This therapy group is offered in-person (Arlington, VA) and virtually (VA & MD). We take Aetna, CareFirst BCBS and Optum/UHC, VA Medicaid or offer sliding scale (full rate - $75/session).
Hosted by Stephanie Auriemma
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Group meets in Arlington, VA 22209
A weekly, 90-minute therapy group (college-age and adult groups) to support those who experience body dissatisfaction and want to process the issues underlying their body distress. The group is led from a weight-inclusive perspective to help you heal your relationship with your body to live a more embodied life. Discussion topics include media and cultural norms, shame, self-compassion, mindfulness, diet culture, boundaries, and more. This therapy group is offered in-person (Arlington, VA) and virtually (VA & MD). We take Aetna, CareFirst BCBS and Optum/UHC, VA Medicaid or offer sliding scale (full rate - $75/session).
A weekly, 90-minute therapy group (college-age and adult groups) to support those who experience body dissatisfaction and want to process the issues underlying their body distress. The group is led from a weight-inclusive perspective to help you heal your relationship with your body to live a more embodied life. Discussion topics include media and cultural norms, shame, self-compassion, mindfulness, diet culture, boundaries, and more. This therapy group is offered in-person (Arlington, VA) and virtually (VA & MD). We take Aetna, CareFirst BCBS and Optum/UHC, VA Medicaid or offer sliding scale (full rate - $75/session).
A weekly, 90-minute therapy group (college-age and adult groups) to support those who experience body dissatisfaction and want to process the issues underlying their body distress. The group is led from a weight-inclusive perspective to help you heal your relationship with your body to live a more embodied life. Discussion topics include media and cultural norms, shame, self-compassion, mindfulness, diet culture, boundaries, and more. This therapy group is offered in-person (Arlington, VA) and virtually (VA & MD). We take Aetna, CareFirst BCBS and Optum/UHC, VA Medicaid or offer sliding scale (full rate - $75/session).
Do you have difficulties being vulnerable, or talking about your personal issues, mood/ anxiety symptoms, or feelings with your friends or family? Do you have difficulties in your relationships, or want to improve how you relate to others? Are you interested in becoming a more authentic, genuine version of yourself? Are you interested in a therapy experience that challenges you to think deeply about how you think and feel when relating to other people? If so, this group may be for you! Please contact me for more information.
Do you have difficulties being vulnerable, or talking about your personal issues, mood/ anxiety symptoms, or feelings with your friends or family? Do you have difficulties in your relationships, or want to improve how you relate to others? Are you interested in becoming a more authentic, genuine version of yourself? Are you interested in a therapy experience that challenges you to think deeply about how you think and feel when relating to other people? If so, this group may be for you! Please contact me for more information.
I am a facilitator for the Eat Breathe Thrive. It is non-profit organization that helps people develop skills for mindful eating, emotional resilience, and positive embodiment. I’m so excited to be offering a virtual seven week program on March 4th. This program helps people develop a better relationship with your body by combining yoga, meditation, psycho education, and service activities. It is a consecutive 7 week course held on Tuesdays for 2 hours a week. Please reach out if you or a loved one you know in the is interested in this course series.
Hosted by Kellie Zundel-Flores
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Group meets in Arlington, VA 22206
I am a facilitator for the Eat Breathe Thrive. It is non-profit organization that helps people develop skills for mindful eating, emotional resilience, and positive embodiment. I’m so excited to be offering a virtual seven week program on March 4th. This program helps people develop a better relationship with your body by combining yoga, meditation, psycho education, and service activities. It is a consecutive 7 week course held on Tuesdays for 2 hours a week. Please reach out if you or a loved one you know in the is interested in this course series.
A weekly, 90-min therapy group (college-age and adult groups) to support those who experience body dissatisfaction and want to process underlying body image issues. The group is led from a weight-inclusive perspective to help you heal your relationship with your body to live a more embodied life. Discussion topics include media and cultural norms, shame, self-compassion, mindfulness, diet culture, boundaries, and more. This therapy group is offered in-person (Arlington, VA) and virtually (VA, DC & MD). We take Aetna, Carelon, CareFirst BCBS and Optum/UHC, VA Medicaid or offer sliding scale (full rate - $75/session).
Hosted by Caitlin Kelly
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR-BC, CEDS
Group meets in Arlington, VA 22209
I specialize in supporting people of all genders and neurotypes who are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, and body image struggles.
A weekly, 90-min therapy group (college-age and adult groups) to support those who experience body dissatisfaction and want to process underlying body image issues. The group is led from a weight-inclusive perspective to help you heal your relationship with your body to live a more embodied life. Discussion topics include media and cultural norms, shame, self-compassion, mindfulness, diet culture, boundaries, and more. This therapy group is offered in-person (Arlington, VA) and virtually (VA, DC & MD). We take Aetna, Carelon, CareFirst BCBS and Optum/UHC, VA Medicaid or offer sliding scale (full rate - $75/session).
This group of up to 8 men and women focuses on personal and emotional growth, especially in intimate relationships. the group is interactional with both support and confrontation in an emotionally safe environment. Both symptoms (e.g. depression and anxiety) and interpersonal styles which interfere with successful relationships are addressed.
This group of up to 8 men and women focuses on personal and emotional growth, especially in intimate relationships. the group is interactional with both support and confrontation in an emotionally safe environment. Both symptoms (e.g. depression and anxiety) and interpersonal styles which interfere with successful relationships are addressed.
Our teen body image therapy group is a weekly group to help high-school teens navigate disordered eating recovery, body acceptance and identity development, alongside a community of their peers. Led from a Health at Every Size(R) perspective, this group's goal is to help teens stop fighting their bodies, gain freedom with food and movement, and feel at home in their own skin. This group is offered virtually (VA & MD) and in-person in Arlington, VA (ages 14 - 18). We take Aetna, CareFirst BCBS, Optum/UHC, and VA Medicaid, and offer sliding scale (full rate is $75/session).
Hosted by Caitlin Kelly
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR-BC, CEDS
Group meets in Arlington, VA 22209
I specialize in supporting people of all genders and neurotypes who are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, and body image struggles.
Our teen body image therapy group is a weekly group to help high-school teens navigate disordered eating recovery, body acceptance and identity development, alongside a community of their peers. Led from a Health at Every Size(R) perspective, this group's goal is to help teens stop fighting their bodies, gain freedom with food and movement, and feel at home in their own skin. This group is offered virtually (VA & MD) and in-person in Arlington, VA (ages 14 - 18). We take Aetna, CareFirst BCBS, Optum/UHC, and VA Medicaid, and offer sliding scale (full rate is $75/session).
Our teen body image therapy group is a weekly group to help high-school teens navigate disordered eating recovery, body acceptance and identity development, alongside a community of their peers. Led from a Health at Every Size(R) perspective, this group's goal is to help teens stop fighting their bodies, gain freedom with food and movement, and feel at home in their own skin. This group is offered virtually (VA & MD) and in-person in Arlington, VA (ages 14 - 18). We take Aetna, CareFirst BCBS, Optum/UHC, and VA Medicaid, and offer sliding scale (full rate is $75/session).
Hosted by Stephanie Auriemma
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Group meets in Arlington, VA 22209
Our teen body image therapy group is a weekly group to help high-school teens navigate disordered eating recovery, body acceptance and identity development, alongside a community of their peers. Led from a Health at Every Size(R) perspective, this group's goal is to help teens stop fighting their bodies, gain freedom with food and movement, and feel at home in their own skin. This group is offered virtually (VA & MD) and in-person in Arlington, VA (ages 14 - 18). We take Aetna, CareFirst BCBS, Optum/UHC, and VA Medicaid, and offer sliding scale (full rate is $75/session).
Our teen body image therapy group is a weekly group to help high-school teens navigate disordered eating recovery, body acceptance and identity development, alongside a community of their peers. Led from a Health at Every Size(R) perspective, this group's goal is to help teens stop fighting their bodies, gain freedom with food and movement, and feel at home in their own skin. This group is offered virtually (VA & MD) and in-person in Arlington, VA (ages 14 - 18). We take Aetna, CareFirst BCBS, Optum/UHC, and VA Medicaid, and offer sliding scale (full rate is $75/session).
Our teen body image therapy group is a weekly group to help high-school teens navigate disordered eating recovery, body acceptance and identity development, alongside a community of their peers. Led from a Health at Every Size(R) perspective, this group's goal is to help teens stop fighting their bodies, gain freedom with food and movement, and feel at home in their own skin. This group is offered virtually (VA & MD) and in-person in Arlington, VA (ages 14 - 18). We take Aetna, CareFirst BCBS, Optum/UHC, and VA Medicaid, and offer sliding scale (full rate is $75/session).
Rise in Harmony is an in-person, therapist-led support circle for women who seek a creative space to reduce stress, embody positive messages, release emotions, and feel more connected. Each session blends songs with meaningful lyrics, simple movement together (aka dancing), guided reflection, and supportive conversation to help participants reconnect with themselves and each other.
Hosted by Diana Bermudez
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Group meets in Arlington, VA 22203
Rise in Harmony is an in-person, therapist-led support circle for women who seek a creative space to reduce stress, embody positive messages, release emotions, and feel more connected. Each session blends songs with meaningful lyrics, simple movement together (aka dancing), guided reflection, and supportive conversation to help participants reconnect with themselves and each other.
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Anxiety Support Groups
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
What are the most common types of treatment for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.