Therapists in 20169

Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.

I am a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist with fifteen years of experience working with individuals who struggle with all types of eating disorders. I have held leadership positions at eating disorder specific residential and intensive outpatient levels of care over the course of my career. I have a down to earth personality that allows my clients to feel comfortable opening up and sharing their experiences. I enjoy working with the entire family in order to improve communication, provide education about the recovery process, and enhance support within the family.
I am a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist with fifteen years of experience working with individuals who struggle with all types of eating disorders. I have held leadership positions at eating disorder specific residential and intensive outpatient levels of care over the course of my career. I have a down to earth personality that allows my clients to feel comfortable opening up and sharing their experiences. I enjoy working with the entire family in order to improve communication, provide education about the recovery process, and enhance support within the family.

I am an LCSW with extensive experience in trauma and attachment work and have a significant history working with children and their caregivers. I have taken a particular interest in working with people in the midst of life transitions and caregivers who are experiencing perinatal mental health challenges. I believe in the power of connection: connection to one's own inner sense of self, connection between caregivers and their infants/children to build healthy attachment patterns, connection between couples in the midst of parenting, and the healing connection that can occur through therapy.
I am an LCSW with extensive experience in trauma and attachment work and have a significant history working with children and their caregivers. I have taken a particular interest in working with people in the midst of life transitions and caregivers who are experiencing perinatal mental health challenges. I believe in the power of connection: connection to one's own inner sense of self, connection between caregivers and their infants/children to build healthy attachment patterns, connection between couples in the midst of parenting, and the healing connection that can occur through therapy.

I am dedicated to helping children, adolescents, and adults navigate difficult circumstances while instilling hope to help reach their personal goals and lead more satisfying lives. I provide a safe, non-judgmental, compassionate environment to help individuals gain insight and improve coping skills in order to move forward with health and healing.
I am dedicated to helping children, adolescents, and adults navigate difficult circumstances while instilling hope to help reach their personal goals and lead more satisfying lives. I provide a safe, non-judgmental, compassionate environment to help individuals gain insight and improve coping skills in order to move forward with health and healing.

Sue Piti, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NASM, AFAA, Yoga
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Counseling services via video conference sessions only. Availability is flexible. Manage mood and anxiety disorders, wellness, and relationship issues. I help empower clients to make decisions that will enable them to make positive changes. Strong Cognitive Cognitive Behavioral background. Specialize in couples counseling/individuals relationship issues to include infidelity, financial, sexual problems, and wellness/mindfulness issues. Outpatient mental health practice since 2006. Co-author of Developmental Classroom Guidance activities. Middle school counselor 3 years.
Counseling services via video conference sessions only. Availability is flexible. Manage mood and anxiety disorders, wellness, and relationship issues. I help empower clients to make decisions that will enable them to make positive changes. Strong Cognitive Cognitive Behavioral background. Specialize in couples counseling/individuals relationship issues to include infidelity, financial, sexual problems, and wellness/mindfulness issues. Outpatient mental health practice since 2006. Co-author of Developmental Classroom Guidance activities. Middle school counselor 3 years.

I have a desire to help individuals, couples, and families overcome challenges in everyday life. Whether you may be struggling with conflict in marriage, parent-child relationships, or individual struggles such as: anxiety, depression, major life transitions, spiritual issues, addiction, grief, or trauma, I would love the opportunity to come along side you to assist you navigating through these difficult times.
I have a desire to help individuals, couples, and families overcome challenges in everyday life. Whether you may be struggling with conflict in marriage, parent-child relationships, or individual struggles such as: anxiety, depression, major life transitions, spiritual issues, addiction, grief, or trauma, I would love the opportunity to come along side you to assist you navigating through these difficult times.

Sunny Park is a Resident in Counseling in Virginia who has been practicing since 2023. She has a Master of Arts in Counseling. Sunny sees counseling as a collaborative partnering that encourages and empowers clients to identify unhealthy patterns, and grow in awareness towards healthy changes integrating boundaries, mindfulness and self-care. Sunny is client lead and works with her clients to create a personalized treatment with a holistic approach towards healthier mind, body and soul.
Sunny Park is a Resident in Counseling in Virginia who has been practicing since 2023. She has a Master of Arts in Counseling. Sunny sees counseling as a collaborative partnering that encourages and empowers clients to identify unhealthy patterns, and grow in awareness towards healthy changes integrating boundaries, mindfulness and self-care. Sunny is client lead and works with her clients to create a personalized treatment with a holistic approach towards healthier mind, body and soul.

Elizabeth B. Fraser (Betsy) obtained her Master's Degree in Social Work at George Mason University. Betsy believes in partnering with her clients to identify their own potential abilities and strengths in resolving their mental health concerns; to help them recognize their mental health challenges, and work to achieve their goals. Betsy is invested in an approach emphasizing an integrative, dynamic, and holistic approach to mental health, in her belief that there is no one aspect of an individual's life which cannot be improved upon in the search for increasing mental health well-being.
Elizabeth B. Fraser (Betsy) obtained her Master's Degree in Social Work at George Mason University. Betsy believes in partnering with her clients to identify their own potential abilities and strengths in resolving their mental health concerns; to help them recognize their mental health challenges, and work to achieve their goals. Betsy is invested in an approach emphasizing an integrative, dynamic, and holistic approach to mental health, in her belief that there is no one aspect of an individual's life which cannot be improved upon in the search for increasing mental health well-being.

Elena Monti, LCSW Elena Monti is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Virginia who has been practicing since 2006. Elena feels developing a connection with the client is one of the most important parts of the therapeutic relationship. The client is then the expert about their life where Elena can offer support and guidance through the therapeutic process. By utilizing empowerment, strengths, and cognitive-behavioral strategies, she can assist the client in developing a plan and reaching their goals. Elena loves to travel and see new places, especially tropical destinations.
Elena Monti, LCSW Elena Monti is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Virginia who has been practicing since 2006. Elena feels developing a connection with the client is one of the most important parts of the therapeutic relationship. The client is then the expert about their life where Elena can offer support and guidance through the therapeutic process. By utilizing empowerment, strengths, and cognitive-behavioral strategies, she can assist the client in developing a plan and reaching their goals. Elena loves to travel and see new places, especially tropical destinations.

Genesis Mental Health Inc
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCATP, NCC
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Finding the right therapist is a lot like dating. Are you swiping through the profiles on psychology today and feeling that everyone blends together to the point of where you don't remember who is who? Or are you drained from calling around and finding that nobody is taking on new clients? We hear it all the time and we get it. At Genesis Mental Health Inc, we brought together a team of diverse clinicians across Northern Virginia in terms of gender and ethnicity that understand life situations that have brought you to this point.
Finding the right therapist is a lot like dating. Are you swiping through the profiles on psychology today and feeling that everyone blends together to the point of where you don't remember who is who? Or are you drained from calling around and finding that nobody is taking on new clients? We hear it all the time and we get it. At Genesis Mental Health Inc, we brought together a team of diverse clinicians across Northern Virginia in terms of gender and ethnicity that understand life situations that have brought you to this point.

Dan has 15+ years of experience working with a diverse and inclusive variety of individuals (adults, teenagers and children 10+) and families. Dan attempts to approach treatment holistically and believes in addressing the whole person and/or family system. My therapeutic style might best be described as casual & personal vs. clinical & 'stuffy'; as well as motivational vs. directive.
Dan has 15+ years of experience working with a diverse and inclusive variety of individuals (adults, teenagers and children 10+) and families. Dan attempts to approach treatment holistically and believes in addressing the whole person and/or family system. My therapeutic style might best be described as casual & personal vs. clinical & 'stuffy'; as well as motivational vs. directive.
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Mary Kirkpatrick
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CCMHC, CATP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
We have a few openings for adults and children at this time.
I am an existential therapist dedicated to helping adults and children cope better with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, life events, loss, trauma, and more. My goal is to help individuals, children, teens, adults, and couples solve their problems. I also help people of all ages manage their trauma, relieving bad memories with EMDR and parts work.
We have a few openings for adults and children at this time.
I am an existential therapist dedicated to helping adults and children cope better with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, life events, loss, trauma, and more. My goal is to help individuals, children, teens, adults, and couples solve their problems. I also help people of all ages manage their trauma, relieving bad memories with EMDR and parts work.

Now accepting new clients - Is your daughter struggling with anxiety, depression, school related stress or just not feeling happy? I specialize in working with girls and women to help them learn to manage their emotions and relationships. Resilience is a skill set which can be learned. I work closely with my clients to help them identify obstacles and help them create a hopeful future. Partnering with a therapist can offer help and support as you navigate through life. Contact me or schedule online at WarrentonWomensCounselingCenter.com.
Now accepting new clients - Is your daughter struggling with anxiety, depression, school related stress or just not feeling happy? I specialize in working with girls and women to help them learn to manage their emotions and relationships. Resilience is a skill set which can be learned. I work closely with my clients to help them identify obstacles and help them create a hopeful future. Partnering with a therapist can offer help and support as you navigate through life. Contact me or schedule online at WarrentonWomensCounselingCenter.com.

I work mainly with motivated professionals aged 28-45 (but accept clients 16+) who face the challenges of anxiety symptoms, ADHD symptoms, feeling stuck in their lives, and the lingering impact of family, childhood, or military trauma. Through a comprehensive approach that integrates evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, cognitive reframing, and mindfulness techniques,
I work mainly with motivated professionals aged 28-45 (but accept clients 16+) who face the challenges of anxiety symptoms, ADHD symptoms, feeling stuck in their lives, and the lingering impact of family, childhood, or military trauma. Through a comprehensive approach that integrates evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, cognitive reframing, and mindfulness techniques,

I understand that we are all unique and experience life’s challenges in our own unique ways. I also believe the quality of your life is only as good as the quality of your relationships AND the quality of your relationships is only as good as the quality of your life. It’s important to foster good and meaningful communications with the people that share space in our lives. I meet people where they are, without judgement. I encourage folks to always ask themselves, “have I done my best today”? If the answer is yes – be grateful for that experience. If the answer is no, strive for a better tomorrow, just keep moving forward.
I understand that we are all unique and experience life’s challenges in our own unique ways. I also believe the quality of your life is only as good as the quality of your relationships AND the quality of your relationships is only as good as the quality of your life. It’s important to foster good and meaningful communications with the people that share space in our lives. I meet people where they are, without judgement. I encourage folks to always ask themselves, “have I done my best today”? If the answer is yes – be grateful for that experience. If the answer is no, strive for a better tomorrow, just keep moving forward.

Chase received his Bachelor's Degree in Sociology in 2006 at the Shippensburg University, and his Master's Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from West Virginia University in 2009. He has 15 plus years of experience in the mental health field. In 2009 he was, and remains, certified as a Rehabilitation Counselor by Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification. He worked at Timber Ridge School (Winchester, VA) for 5 years providing case management, group interventions, crisis intervention, and assisting in treatment development for adolescent males.
Chase received his Bachelor's Degree in Sociology in 2006 at the Shippensburg University, and his Master's Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from West Virginia University in 2009. He has 15 plus years of experience in the mental health field. In 2009 he was, and remains, certified as a Rehabilitation Counselor by Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification. He worked at Timber Ridge School (Winchester, VA) for 5 years providing case management, group interventions, crisis intervention, and assisting in treatment development for adolescent males.

All of us have the ability and desire to heal and lead meaningful, fulfilling, lives. However, at times we need professional help to overcome devastating feelings and life events.
Dr. Artico has over 20 years of experience helping couples, adults and teens become who they were meant to be. She is the director of Gainesville Family Counseling, has taught at George Mason University, and is the author of the book Latino Families Broken by Immigration. She is certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), has advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples (EFT), clinical supervision, and sandtray therapy.
All of us have the ability and desire to heal and lead meaningful, fulfilling, lives. However, at times we need professional help to overcome devastating feelings and life events.
Dr. Artico has over 20 years of experience helping couples, adults and teens become who they were meant to be. She is the director of Gainesville Family Counseling, has taught at George Mason University, and is the author of the book Latino Families Broken by Immigration. She is certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), has advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples (EFT), clinical supervision, and sandtray therapy.

Tisa McKenna Pinkerton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Living in NoVa brings a unique set of challenges, stresses and anxiety that most accept as "normal". Having the tools to cope and succeed here is essential. Teens face their own set of challenges living in such affluence, which can bring its own set of anxiety and needs. Understanding the challenges and needs in NoVa is half the battle; developing the skills to manage relationships, boundaries and emotions within this very unique culture is the other. Together we can work to bring the balance and peace that is needed to succeed in this unique area.
Living in NoVa brings a unique set of challenges, stresses and anxiety that most accept as "normal". Having the tools to cope and succeed here is essential. Teens face their own set of challenges living in such affluence, which can bring its own set of anxiety and needs. Understanding the challenges and needs in NoVa is half the battle; developing the skills to manage relationships, boundaries and emotions within this very unique culture is the other. Together we can work to bring the balance and peace that is needed to succeed in this unique area.

Marriage Healing Center, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Are you going through a struggle in your marriage or romantic relationship? Do you feel that the connection you once shared when you first met is waning? Have you tried to address issues with your partner on your own, but are still feeling stuck? There is hope for your relationship. We are a team of marriage therapists with a number of years of experience in working with couples. The majority of therapists are trained in the Gottman Method or Imago Therapy. We have helped numerous couples get through the power struggle phase of their relationship to find a connection.
Are you going through a struggle in your marriage or romantic relationship? Do you feel that the connection you once shared when you first met is waning? Have you tried to address issues with your partner on your own, but are still feeling stuck? There is hope for your relationship. We are a team of marriage therapists with a number of years of experience in working with couples. The majority of therapists are trained in the Gottman Method or Imago Therapy. We have helped numerous couples get through the power struggle phase of their relationship to find a connection.

She is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia who provides individual and couples counseling. She received her Bachelors Degree from Troy University, where she majored in Psychology with a minor in Criminal Justice. She completed her graduate studies at the University of Colorado, majoring in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with an Emphasis in Addictions. She specializes in the treatment of trauma, addictions (both behavioral and chemical), anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorders.
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia who provides individual and couples counseling. She received her Bachelors Degree from Troy University, where she majored in Psychology with a minor in Criminal Justice. She completed her graduate studies at the University of Colorado, majoring in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with an Emphasis in Addictions. She specializes in the treatment of trauma, addictions (both behavioral and chemical), anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorders.
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Number of Therapists in 20169
70+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in 20169 who prioritize treating:
89% | Anxiety |
86% | Depression |
73% | Trauma and PTSD |
69% | Self Esteem |
66% | Family Conflict |
65% | Relationship Issues |
65% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
79% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
74% | CareFirst |
62% | Aetna |
How Therapists in 20169 see their clients
82% | In Person and Online | |
18% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
85% | Female | |
15% | Male |