Therapists in 20147

Do you feel stuck emotionally? Are you dissatisfied with your relationships? Are you having trouble navigating a big transition in your life? I offer a compassionate listening ear, and use proven methods to help you heal wounds from the past, reshape present patterns and relationships, and discover a new path into a healthy and joyful future.

Hi there. Thanks for reading my profile. I work with teens and adults on a variety of personal struggles. The typical issues that I work with clients on are the following: anxiety, depression, social anxiety, self-esteem, self-assertiveness, domestic and interpersonal abuse, trauma, gender questioning/dysphoria and life transitions. For my Autistic clients, I provide help in navigating the neurotypical world from a social model perspective, not a medical model. As a trauma-trained, WPATH Certified member, and Autism informed therapist, I will tailor psychotherapy tools and sessions to support the needs of my clients.

Academic achievement, learning styles, and classroom behaviors are important factors in helping students work to their potential and become successful adults. I am an educational diagnostician, who evaluates students in elementary, middle, and high schools. I have worked in the Loudoun County Public Schools (LCPS) system for over 19 years. I am a National Board Certified Exceptional Needs Specialist and Educational Diagnostician. I use educational assessments and my extensive experience in educational processes to make recommendations to help students learn strategies that personally work best for them, develop more confidence, and promote academic success.

Being part of your personal journey is such a privilege. There is nothing more satisfying than watching clients reclaim their lives and truly transform. Therapy and peak performance psychology is about empowerment and accessing your inner potential. It’s about realizing your strengths and applying those inner resources to overcome what has been holding you back. It’s about challenging self-limiting beliefs and gaining insight into the obstacles that are getting in your way, learning how to remove them and applying that insight to make the changes necessary to achieve your goals.

Dr. Williams earned his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Texas Tech University, with a neuropsychology internship at the Cincinnati VA Medical Center and 2-year neuropsychology fellowship at UVA Health System in Charlottesville. His training is in accord with the Houston Conference Guidelines on Specialty Education and Training in Clinical Neuropsychology. He has received supervision and tutelage from, among others, Dr. Jeffrey Barth, Ph.D., ABPP-Cn, a well-respected figure in the area of traumatic brain injury/concussion. Dr. Williams has worked in a multitude of clinical settings including academic hospitals/health science centers, a rehabilitation hospital, a concussion clinic, the VA system, inpatient psychiatric facilities, a psychology department clinic, a student counseling center, and private practice.

My educational background includes an MA in forensic psychology from John Jay College of Criminal Justice, a PhD in psychology from Georgetown University, an MA in Theology and Pastoral Counseling from DeSales Graduate School of Theology, a post-doctoral MS in clinical psychopharmacology from Alliant University. I have completed an internship at Bellevue Hospital in NYC and a post-doctoral institute on the psychology of trauma from the Maryland Psychological Association. I am also certified in biofeedback and apply its use in the areas of psychological trauma and sports psychology.

I use a warm, collaborative approach to help you achieve your goals. I enjoy helping individuals with a range of therapy goals that can include beginning recovery from trauma, learning new coping skills, or discovering your values to live a more meaningful life. I specialize in working with clients with PTSD, complex PTSD, anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, and substance use. Additionally, I have spent the majority of my training working with Veterans and college students, and am open to working with spouses of Veterans or military members.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist and neuropsychologist specializing in psychotherapy with adults (18+) experiencing a wide variety of psychological, medical and/or psychosocial issues. My approach is collaborative, straightforward and approachable, based in an acceptance and values-driven way of seeing the world. What we work towards together is defined by you - based in your own belief system and measured by whether you are living your life in ways most consistent with what you value.

Hello and congratulations on taking your first step in creating meaningful change for you, your child, or your family. It is not an easy decision, and I am grateful to be part of your journey. I specialize in supporting children, teens, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, maladaptive family dynamics, self-harm, suicidal ideation, major life transitions, career changes, and mood disorders. My approach is integrative, using a blend of techniques to create holistic interventions. I believe that a positive, collaborative relationship is the key to your success.

I first want to say congratulations on taking a big step towards your mental health and putting what you need to heal first. In a safe and supportive atmosphere I strive to listen to the needs of each of my clients. I use a variety of methods and techniques to meet the needs of each client. My purpose is to help clients achieve success in their lives by providing tools for coping with their current situations. My goal is to provide you with the best mental health care possible in a courteous and efficient manner. I understand your need for confidentiality, trust and respect.

As an Aasect Certified Sex Therapist, I offer a safe, non-judgmental space using light humor to talk about all things sex. Physical and emotional intimacy can be difficult topics to broach, whether with yourself or one or more partners. For most of us, sex was not discussed at any length growing up, often shrouded in shame or guilt. If something has been bothering you for awhile or it just popped up, let's explore it! I work with your comfort level and at your pace. I work with low sexual desire, avoidance of intimacy, sexual identity or orientation, gender identity, Sexual anxiety, and sexual dysfunctions.

A recent survey indicates that almost one- third of American adults have no one with whom to discuss important issues. I provide telehealth, phone or in-office sessions. With over 30 years of clinical experience, I am a trauma-informed, culturally competent and strengths-based therapist who has been privileged to work with many different folks, including Holocaust Survivors, hurricane victims and 9/11/01 survivors. I provide a safe environment, meeting you on your terms where your clinical needs can be carefully addressed.

Reaching out for help takes so much courage! You or your child may be experiencing a crisis, difficult life transition, or just haven't been feeling like yourself lately. Whether it is depression, anxiety, addiction or behavioral problems, it can often feel exhausting and hopeless. However, I believe wholeheartedly that change is always possible, no matter how hard life gets. I create a warm, compassionate environment in which you feel heard and respected. You are the expert on your life, not me. Together we can develop insight and practical solutions that move you closer to the great life you deserve!

Dr. Kelly Kit, Psy.D. is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who specializes in working with adolescents and adults. Since 2010, she has provided individual, group, and family therapy. She practices from a strength's based approach, utilizing insight-based therapy along with cognitive-behavioral techniques to promote growth in clients. Dr. Kit takes an integrative approach to therapy in order to meet each client's needs by using solution-focused, multi-cultural, attachment-based, and client-centered therapies.

Are you tired of having the same old arguments? Do you feel like you and your partner are moving in different directions or that there's something missing from your marriage? We all know relationships can be tough at times. Life gets busy and we feel like our partners don't appreciate us, or hear what we are trying to say.We miss what we once had. It doesn't have to be this way! I help couples reconnect and find their way back to each other. Call me...because your relationship matters.

Breaking free from unhealthy patterns in our lives can be difficult. Emotions may feel out-of-control at times and self-defeating thoughts may run amok in our minds. We might feel trapped in isolation, unhealthy relationship cycles or struggle to move beyond past hurts, traumatic experiences or our own mistakes. There is hope. It is possible to heal from the past, gain control of our emotions and develop new ways of thinking and relating to others. I would be honored to have the opportunity to walk with you on your journey towards increased peace of mind, meaningful connections and renewed purpose.

I have an array of hands-on experience from initially beginning in healthcare and later transitioning into mental health. I received a master's degree in Marriage and Family in 2013 and a master's degree in Professional Counseling in 2015. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, anger, mood instability, and substance abuse. I believe that we all experience moments where we need additional support and someone to walk alongside us on our journey.

We all have seasons in our lives that present challenge, often accompanied by confusion, overwhelm, and fear. I appreciate the courage it takes to seek counseling and congratulate you on taking the first steps toward wellness. The desire for change and willingness to engage in the therapeutic process is the foundation for our understanding of your unique story, and it is my goal to establish a warm, safe, comfortable, and non-judgmental environment where you and I will work together on your goals and cultivate your personal growth. Within the therapeutic space, we will collaboratively work to identify positive solutions.

Dr. Gordon provides comprehensive diagnostic assessments for children, adolescents and adults. Comprehensive neuropsychological testing investigates an individuals strengths and weaknesses in all cognitive domains, including: general ability (IQ), attention, learning and memory, visual-spatial skills and visual-motor organization, language development and auditory processing, executive functioning (e.g., planning and organization, working memory, inhibition), academic skills, and psychological and emotional functioning.