Therapists in Leesburg, VA

I am a couples specialist and work exclusively with marriage and marriage-type relationships. I'm a "marriage-friendly" counselor meaning your relationship is my client and I want it to succeed. I work hard for your relationship until one (or both) of you call me off. I utilize a variety of approaches but I do work most closely with attachment-based models...helping you explore your attachment, heal attachment injuries, and find ways to reach out for each other again. Affairs, "not-in-love-anymore," communication problems - I do it all.

I work with adolescents and adults experiencing disordered eating and people seeking to make peace with food and their body. My work also includes people in relationships and individuals experiencing sexual problems, separation and divorce, infidelity, and co-parenting. I use a nonjudgemental, collaborative, person-centered approach to address the individual's needs. I work with individuals to help them recognize their own strengths and incorporate positive coping strategies as they move forward. I believe that creating trust and a little bit of humor go a long way in working through the struggles we face in life.

We all experience hurt in this world and we all are doing our very best to keep going. Sometimes that hurt feels overwhelming and can: Leave you feeling stuck or alone, Make you feel out of control of our thoughts, feelings and behaviors, Bring on depression, anxiety, panic…, Trigger old memories that won’t ‘go back in the box’, Create fear of being rejected or not being good enough, Make you feel unsafe in your own body, Disconnect you from yourself and those you love.

I'm only seeing clients located in Maryland and fully virtual! I believe by exploring our past experiences and relationships we can find answers to better understand our own behaviors and thought processes. Our best healing happens throughout the context of a safe relationship and that is what I offer in therapy; a safe place where my client can explore their pain, trauma, hurt, and confusion in order to heal and live the most meaningful life possible. My clients know what their goals are and are excited to get to work but may need more accountability or support. Sometimes they aren't so clear and I can help with that, too!

We all want the same thing; to feel loved, secure, stable and, in one word, GOOD. When life throws us a curveball, or we feel stuck and are hurting it may be the time to reach out for support in a setting that feels safe, judgement free and confidential.

If you or your child are struggling, psychological testing can provide you with immediate feedback and specific recommendations to help you see change as quickly as possible. I provide psychological evaluations for individuals of all ages, including neuropsychological, psychoeducational, and diagnostic evaluations. Reasons to seek testing include identification of learning disorders/giftedness, assessing for ADHD and PTSD, helping children having trouble in school or at home, improving career and relationship difficulties, identifying the causes of memory problems, and obtaining a clear diagnosis (e.g., depression, anxiety, etc.).

Voted Best of Fairfax in Counseling for 2021. I believe in a holistic approach that focuses on a patient's strengths. I work with my clients to develop a treatment plan that will address the whole person and their specific needs. I specialize in EMDR, Brainspotting, trauma, and the psychological symptoms related to Lyme and autoimmune disease. Other areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, life adjustments, bipolar disorder, substance abuse and chronic illness.

I work with all couples and relationships including couples who have experienced an affair, couples who are “fighting all the time”, and couples who have lost that “spark” for each other.

Confused or surprised by your strong emotional reactions? Feeling alone in your relationship? Anxious or not good enough? I help clients work through current struggles & emotional pain by discovering the sources of relationship problems, anxiety, depression, anger, & insecurity so that you experience calm, freedom and ease in life. I can also help you learn how to manage moods & negative thinking patterns. Maybe you are reacting in ways you don’t understand, feeling overwhelmed or disconnected. We all have moments in our lives when we need support, as we are not meant to suffer alone.

There is true courage in vulnerability and in using therapy to foster insight and growth. I'm here with you to share in your vulnerability and to work on challenges related to mood, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship problems, life transitions and stressors (including those related to having a baby), and more. And I am pleased to offer couple's therapy to couples at any stage of their relationship.

So many of us struggle with feeling out of place in this world. We yearn to connect and engage more fully with life, but feel "out of touch." My hope is to help clients experience healing through recognizing their authentic selves. I believe in increasing understanding of our inner worlds / experiences to feel more peace in day-to-day life. I work with adults, young adults, and teens who live with depression, low self-esteem, anxiety, existential depression, identity issues, high sensitivity, and complex trauma (C-PTSD).

Do you feel isolated, overwhelmed, or lost? You are not alone. Here at Integrative Holistic Therapy, your needs and progress are my priority. As the name of my practice suggests, I take a holistic approach to treatment - a more inclusive and broad view of client wellness. True healing incorporates not only your psychological wellness, but also spiritual, emotional, physical, and social health. I am passionate about helping others transform their lives through empowerment, curiosity, and lasting change. Together, we will walk through issues of meaning and purpose, of loneliness and rejection, of fear and loss, and of joy and prosperity.

Life's challenges can often leave us feeling fragmented, with our physical, spiritual, emotional, and social aspects in disarray. It is easy to lose sight of our authentic selves when faced with life’s hardships and as a therapist, I will act as your co-captain throughout your therapeutic journey. Maybe you're experiencing a mix of emotions like sadness, frustration, stress, insecurity, and lack of motivation. Whatever it is, know that you are not alone. My goal is to guide you toward the equilibrium that fosters your well-being, tailoring evidence-based techniques that will suit your individuality best!

If you're seeking guidance, support, and a compassionate ally on your journey toward healing and self-discovery, I am here to accompany you every step of the way. I believe in a holistic and client-centered approach to therapy. Every individual and family is unique, and I tailor my therapeutic strategies to meet your specific needs. Together, we can navigate life's challenges and uncover the strength and resilience within you.

Update: Only taking telehealth clients. Hello! My name is Lindsay, and I look forward to meeting you. I have over 12 years of experience in the mental health field, helping individuals with a variety of issues, including depression, anxiety, life transitions, low self-esteem, trauma, self-harm, family conflict and interpersonal struggles. I am passionate about working with adolescents, adults and families. If you are having a difficult time coping with feelings, or need a safe place to discuss your issues, I am happy to help. My goal is for all my clients to have a positive and beneficial therapeutic experience.

Are you or your partner struggling with sexually compulsive behaviors, having difficulties in your relationship or experiencing limits in your ability to live the life you most deeply desire due to childhood trauma? If so, the clinical team at the Center for Relational Recovery (CRR) specializes in journeying with individuals and couples dealing with these issues to help them transform their lives and relationships. Sexual Addiction Treatment: Using a nationally recognized treatment model developed by Dr. Patrick Carnes, CRR takes clients through a task-based approach to recovery centered around relational connection and building healthy attachments with the self and others.

I work with adolescents, adults, and families. My style is straightforward and collaborative. I am always willing to do short-term, results-oriented work, but I relish as well the opportunity to do longer-term work, which allows for the working-through of old hurts and for the gradual discovery of new ways to relate to ourselves, others, and our lives. At its best, therapy is a creative and richly rewarding endeavor. Clients over the years have reported that they find in me warmth, pragmatism, a keen mind, and a willingness to laugh and to be human.

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 with 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.

I'm a passionate neurodiversity-affirming therapist specializing in developmental/relationship-based early intervention (DIR/Floortime & PLAY Project trained), play therapy, and strengths/interests-based approaches across the lifespan. I'm devoted to leveraging play's therapeutic potential for emotional well-being: Beyond childhood, play enriches lives! As a Certified Geek Therapist, Therapeutic Dungeon Master, and Problematic Gaming Specialist, I merge clients' passions with evidence-based approaches (ACT, CBT, Mindfulness) for growth and healing, addressing a variety of mental health needs.