Therapists in Fairfax, VA
Chereen Gamal
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, RYT500, ACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030 (Online Only)
My intention as a therapist is to help each person find a voice through talk therapy, art, yoga, mindfulness, and meditation.
Losing a loved one can be the most difficult time in your life. Emotions are often surprising in their strength or mildness. Grief often breaks a person completely from the inside out. Grieving is hard work, you can get worn out, and feel battered. It can take a lot longer to work through grief than most people realize. People around you may think it’s helpful for you to not talk or cry or focus on your loss but actually, this is just what people need to do. The goal is to not stay stuck, to move through it—and this is part of the process. Grief doesn’t get better by ignoring it and trying to ‘get over it.’
My intention as a therapist is to help each person find a voice through talk therapy, art, yoga, mindfulness, and meditation.
Losing a loved one can be the most difficult time in your life. Emotions are often surprising in their strength or mildness. Grief often breaks a person completely from the inside out. Grieving is hard work, you can get worn out, and feel battered. It can take a lot longer to work through grief than most people realize. People around you may think it’s helpful for you to not talk or cry or focus on your loss but actually, this is just what people need to do. The goal is to not stay stuck, to move through it—and this is part of the process. Grief doesn’t get better by ignoring it and trying to ‘get over it.’
Royal Care Counseling Services
LPC Intern
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030
Hi my name is Molar Lisco, I am a graduate student at George Mason University working on completing my MEd in Clinical Mental Health. I chose this profession because I believe there is nothing more fulfilling than being part of an individual’s process of healing and growth. I feel that my academic career has set me up well to be able to work with individuals from a verity of beliefs and backgrounds. Having studied philosophy and religion I have acquainted myself with many traditions and schools of thought that I may be able to discuss concerns about core life questions and beliefs.
Hi my name is Molar Lisco, I am a graduate student at George Mason University working on completing my MEd in Clinical Mental Health. I chose this profession because I believe there is nothing more fulfilling than being part of an individual’s process of healing and growth. I feel that my academic career has set me up well to be able to work with individuals from a verity of beliefs and backgrounds. Having studied philosophy and religion I have acquainted myself with many traditions and schools of thought that I may be able to discuss concerns about core life questions and beliefs.
Online Therapists
Andrea Sommer Ryan
Resident in Counseling, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23226
Waitlist for new clients
Resolve trauma with present-focused strategies like Internal Family Systems, EMDR, and expressive art interventions, leave the past behind and start enjoying the present.
I work with people who have tried everything and are still feeling stuck. Lingering trauma can cast a long shadow over life, causing feelings of dread, shame, and a constant sense that something bad is lurking around the corner, even when everything seems fine. It may lead to a perpetual state of high-alert, distracting the mind with worrying thoughts and exhausting the body through constant tension and anxiety. Others struggle with the isolation that comes from eating disorders and skewed body image, or they might belong to families weighed down by old pain, caught in frustrating cycles of arguments and guilt.
Resolve trauma with present-focused strategies like Internal Family Systems, EMDR, and expressive art interventions, leave the past behind and start enjoying the present.
I work with people who have tried everything and are still feeling stuck. Lingering trauma can cast a long shadow over life, causing feelings of dread, shame, and a constant sense that something bad is lurking around the corner, even when everything seems fine. It may lead to a perpetual state of high-alert, distracting the mind with worrying thoughts and exhausting the body through constant tension and anxiety. Others struggle with the isolation that comes from eating disorders and skewed body image, or they might belong to families weighed down by old pain, caught in frustrating cycles of arguments and guilt.
Wunesh W Bairu
Counselor, MA, CAGS, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Spotsylvania, VA 22551 (Online Only)
If you or your loved ones are feeling helplessly overwhelmed, depressed, or anxious my professional guidance and support may help restore wellness. The ultimate power for change to a productive life is yours. As a licensed counselor, my role is to help you connect with your thoughts, feelings, your present state of being, and your desired meaningful life style. My goal is that you acquire coping strategies to be in control of your situation.
If you or your loved ones are feeling helplessly overwhelmed, depressed, or anxious my professional guidance and support may help restore wellness. The ultimate power for change to a productive life is yours. As a licensed counselor, my role is to help you connect with your thoughts, feelings, your present state of being, and your desired meaningful life style. My goal is that you acquire coping strategies to be in control of your situation.
Nadia Dhillon
Counselor, MS, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23224 (Online Only)
Do you feel anxious or depressed? Are you having difficulty dealing with grief? Is this affecting your relationships and overall happiness? Anxiety and depression can display in many ways but are some of the most common issues faced by people today. Therapy can help break the cycle of stress and aid in developing the necessary tools for a happy life. Call now to schedule an appointment with Nadia!
Do you feel anxious or depressed? Are you having difficulty dealing with grief? Is this affecting your relationships and overall happiness? Anxiety and depression can display in many ways but are some of the most common issues faced by people today. Therapy can help break the cycle of stress and aid in developing the necessary tools for a happy life. Call now to schedule an appointment with Nadia!
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Art Therapy
How does art therapy work?
The process of making art allows people to express themselves. Art-making can take many forms, such as painting, collage, or sculpting. The therapist asks questions that the work elicits, such as how the person felt while creating their piece, or if any memories surfaced that they can discuss. The therapist will then work with the patient to process their experience, understand themselves better, and work toward change.
Does art therapy help with trauma?
Art therapy can be a valuable treatment option for those suffering from trauma. Traumatic experiences such as combat, rape, or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. The physical nature of creating art can also help people feel rooted in the body, which may benefit those who feel disconnected from their body in the aftermath of trauma.
How long does art therapy last?
The duration of art therapy varies, but a common length for treatment is 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Some people may see improvement in just a few weeks, while others may choose to remain in therapy longer term. Patients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.
What are the limitations of art therapy?
Art therapy is helpful for many people, but a limitation is that it doesn’t have as robust an evidence base as other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioral therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy. The evidence on art therapy is mixed; some research demonstrates its benefits, while other research suggests that it has little impact on patients.