Therapists in 22301

Are you tired of repeating the same patterns over and over again? Are you ready to make changes in your life? I can help you develop new healthy coping tools and gain power over your life. If you are experiencing difficulty with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, life transitions, communication, relationships, or just feel "stuck " I can help provide some relief and guidance. I use a warm, collaborate and evidence-based approach to help you utilize better coping strategies, gain support, understand your emotions, challenge your negative thought patterns, find and develop your strengths, and set your own personal goals.

I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, who enjoys working with individuals of various ages (5 & up). Assessment and therapy can be useful ways to better understand one's strengths/challenges at each developmental stage. Students today can face an array of struggles from lack of motivation to anxiety/perfectionism. School-age children may encounter difficulties with learning and self-regulation in the classroom. Adolescents are figuring out who they are, while navigating the ever-present world of social media in a safe, healthy way. Adults typically strive to function at their best in numerous realms, often feeling unsuccessful or overwhelmed.

I have an extensive background working with children, adolescents, and adults, providing psychotherapy. I have worked in a variety of settings including private practices, community clinics, and residential treatment centers. With specialized training and experience in different theoretical approaches including psychodynamic, mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral and dialectical behavioral therapy, trauma-focused CBT, interpersonal, and narrative therapy, I use an integrated approach to meet the unique needs of each client. Due to my own diverse background and experience, I am intimately aware of multicultural issues, and enjoy working with a clientele from various arrays of life.

Do you feel burned out and exhausted by "going through the motions" of everyday life? Are you floating through life, often overwhelmed, stressed, and feeling like there must be more out there? Are you feeling disconnected from who you want to be or like you're not even sure who that person is? I specialize in helping women in their 20’s and 30’s work through anxiety, people-pleasing, and burnout. Together, we will discover and honor your emotions, figure out what matters most to you, and head in that direction.

Life can be difficult, and having good support is essential. Therapy can help you to feel heard and understood, and provide you with a space and supportive listener to help you navigate the challenges. You do not have to struggle alone! I might be a good fit for you if you: are a survivor of trauma of any kind; have gone through something that continues to impact you negatively today; struggle with feelings of worthlessness, low self-esteem, and powerlessness; find yourself stuck in unhealthy or unhelpful patterns in your life; deal with shame and guilt, and more.

Please check out my website www.abbycobeypsyd.com for additional info and pictures. We all can have difficulty from time to time, dealing with relationships, work, general stress. You don't have to figure it out on your own. You come to therapy looking for something to change; Let's find out what those changes will be and empower you to make them!

I am a clinical psychologist, who enjoys working with adults across the lifespan in individual psychotherapy. I have worked with many different types of individuals in day treatment, community mental health, and counseling center settings; I have also worked at The Women's Center as a therapist and supervisor of graduate students for the past 9 years. I strive to understand each client as a complex individual, and work with the client to clarify the nature of their difficulties, identify strengths and resources, and engage together in the process of increased insight and change.

As a cognitive behavioral therapist, I strongly believe in the immense impact that relationships can have on our lives. That's why I prioritize building strong connections with my clients, helping them to feel heard and understood. Additionally, research plays a crucial role in my practice, as it allows me to stay up-to-date on the latest developments and techniques in therapy.

Do you have a sense that something about your childhood is affecting you as an adult? Maybe you can put your finger on exactly what it is, or maybe you are just seeing patterns in your life & relationships that have you wondering if there’s something deeper behind it. Past therapy experiences may have been helpful in some ways, but you seem to keep getting stuck. It feels like anxiety and self-doubt are the ones controlling the direction of your life, not what is true and authentic to you. You’re ready to address these things at the source, so you can finally work with your inner critic and regain control of your life.

Sometimes we just need a safe space to collect our thoughts, name our hurts, explore our desires and work through our fears. I can offer you a space of hope and reprieve. Together, you and I, will work through the anxiety and sadness that is overshadowing your life, and not allowing you to live the full and authentic life that you desire. I work from a cognitive behavioral modality and somatic (body-centered) approach, while emphasizing mindfulness and eastern philosophy.