Bisexual Allied Therapists in Fairfax, VA

If you are struggling with an issue in your life and you feel "stuck", you know how hard it can be to ask for help. You may have tried therapy in the past and it had some benefit, but you are ready for a different approach. Have you ever thought, "I get what my therapist says about my anger, sadness, anxiety or trauma, but it doesn't change my pain"? You want to work through your issues because it's draining to spend so much energy keeping them contained, just to get through the day or week. Then you may want to try therapy with me.

Seeking therapy can often be a difficult decision and can create anxiety and ambiguity about what the process will entail. However, Dr. Khanchandani functions from the foundation for a positive experience in therapy which first begins with establishing a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship. Doing so, can encourage positive growth towards goals. Therapy is facilitated with transparency about what to expect from therapy and goals are formulated collaboratively.

As a licensed clinical psychologist since 1997, I understand that the relationship and "fit" between client and therapist is paramount. I am a generalist, meaning that I work with clients from childhood to adulthood, in individual, family, couple's, and group therapy. I see clients dealing with issues including anxiety, conflict, depression, and relationship difficulties. In addition, I have an interest working with gay and lesbian clients. If you feel I can be helpful to you or someone you know, please feel free to contact me. I would be happy to discuss your unique situation in more detail.

Are you a teenager or young adult struggling to connect with others? Is your anxiety so crippling it interferes with the quality of your life? Do you find that you lack social skills development and would like the chance to learn new skills and have support? You are not alone! Through the group process we can help you understand these struggles, learn new skills, and practice connecting with peers within the safety of a group that understands what you are going through and in turn can help you lead a more fulfilling life.

Alissa A Wulff MA, LPC is a licensed professional counselor with years of experience working with a diverse population of children, adolescents and adults in various settings. These settings include: community counseling centers, therapeutic day schools, partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs, and university clinic settings. Alissa received her Bachelor’s in Psychology from Indiana University and worked in the human resources field fore years before returning back to higher education in the behavioral health. She received her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the George Washington University.

As a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor with an extensive background with the 12 Step model of Recovery, I offer my clients the opportunity to work through the 12 Steps with a Therapist, implementing Dr. Rosemary Brown’s method known for her 4th Step algorithm. As a Certified Trauma Professional, the prevalent approaches I utilize in treating trauma are IFS and EMDR. Overall, my counseling style can be described as Humanistic and Mindfulness-Based with a proclivity for Experiential Therapy.

Often asking for help is one of the hardest parts on the road to self-fulfillment. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with more than 5 years of experience working with individuals, families and couples. Through listening, validation and learning your unique needs, I will create a plan specifically catered to you to assist in improving functioning across areas and life satisfaction. My approach is to explore and understand thoughts and behaviors that impact current functioning, as well as how past experiences can shape and impact the present moment.

Finding the right therapeutic "fit" is one of the most important decisions you will undertake. You often can't waste time because you or your family needs help now, which is why I offer a compassionate, solution-oriented approach to clients. Hi, my name is Caren Ann Appel & I'm a Clinician, working toward licensure in clinical social work. I have a master's in clinical & macro social work from The Catholic University of America & another master's degree in Gender/American History from San Francisco State University.

*Not currently accepting new clients* I offer my therapeutic support to young adults, couples, adolescents, and families. I help clients address anxiety, depression, self-acceptance, identity formation, family conflict, life transitions, marital disconnection, intimacy issues, and infidelity. I gravitate toward Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, attachment- and trauma- informed therapy, and Gottman Couples Therapy, while still tailoring my style and approach to match each client uniquely. I see my role as therapist as a participant alongside your journey toward learning and practicing new ways of being and relating to one another.

I have been in the counseling field for over 25 years, and I love my job! There's nothing more rewarding than helping people find their true potential to lead a life that is worth celebrating. Life often brings us difficult experiences and challenges. Through a nonjudgmental and solution-focused therapy process, I will help you to better understand and resolve these issues and find hope! Together, we will use the most innovative counseling techniques to tackle long-standing behavior and negative thinking patterns. I will help you gain new insights and find more effective ways of coping.

As a systemic and attachment-based therapist, I believe we are all looking for connection, belonging, and acceptance. However old we are – infant, child, teen, or adult – we need to make sense of what happens to us, inside of us, and in our relationships. Our life experiences shape us in profound ways; our sense of self, and how we manage emotions, respond to stress, and connect with others. When life experiences are adverse, our body and brain can make meaning in ways that can cause distress. I help clients connect with their innate ability to change and heal difficult experiences so they can find peace and self-worth at any age.

Are you concerned that your child is worrying too much or their sadness is overwhelming them? It is painful to see your child nervous, isolated, unhappy, and alone. You may be worried that your teen is hurting but they will not open up to you. You know your teen should be active and engaged in a social life but they spend most of their time at home or on their electronic devices. Maybe your home life has become stressful and consumed with conflict and stress. You are sure that therapy is a good idea but you have no idea on how to convince them to try it out.

You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem and smarter than you think".......By A.A. Milne. It is my deepest desire to actively assist those in need of support through life's challenges. I am eager to work with those experiencing a crisis, conflict, or seemingly unmanageable change in the course of life's events. I discretely assist individuals in finding solutions to some of the more challenging issues in life.

I understand you may be struggling right now, perhaps feeling anxious, depressed or numb. Dysfunctional thoughts, feelings and decisions may be affecting your relationships, your self esteem, your career. Maladaptive behaviors and patterns may be revealing themselves, and you may be looking for effective tools that can help you change the unhealthy repetitions and shed light on why you do what you do. We will explore questions like "who am I" & "what do I want" in an environment intended to offer you the space to feel safe, truly heard, really seen, and highly regarded. Once aligned with who you really are, you become free.

Are you tired of not living up to your potential? Are situations from your past not allowing you to live in the moment or prepare for your future? Do you feel misunderstood and unappreciated? Do you want to learn to value "you"? You are an unique individual, and you deserve therapy that is tailored to your specific needs. I will work with you to try to help you achieve your goals and address your concerns in a manner that is effective for you within a warm and nonjudgmental atmosphere. We will work as a team as you are the expert on you!

My goal in therapy is to hold a compassionate, non-judgmental space for clients to explore their inner lives and make day-to-day life better, one step at a time. I utilize a variety of evidenced-based approaches, including cognitive behavior therapy, mindfulness, and acceptance and commitment therapy. I help clients connect their mind and body when it comes to healing from traumatic and difficult life experiences. My clients report that connecting the mind and body promote a feeling of peacefulness and restoration.

I believe in the power of authentic connection with others to promote resilience and healing. My emphasis on connection is especially important during this time of distancing, both for my individual clients and the couples and families I work with. I use a client-centered, collaborative, and empathic approach to therapy to meet my clients where they are and create a warm and trusting environment. I also integrate a variety of therapeutic approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR therapy, the Gottman method for couple therapy, family systems, mindfulness meditation, and expressive techniques.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years of experience working with adolescents, adults, families, and couples in a relaxed, safe, and caring environment. People enter my office because they feel stuck or lost. Clients recognize that they are unhappy and often know what makes them unhappy, but they don't know how to change. Many people in these situations are feeling depressed, anxious, and may be involved with self-defeating behaviors. Together, we examine these issues with non-judgmental dialogue.

I work with individuals, couples, and families, specializing in supporting clients to resolve their pain, stress, negative stories, and/or relationship concerns. I work with communication, trust, emotional connection, life transitions, preparing for marriage, loss, and trauma. In couples work, I'll help you to resolve any recurring disagreements, work through stuck places, and repair old wounds. Together, we create a new way of connecting that is more satisfying, open, and effective. As a therapist of color, I take great care to cultivate a space that honors inclusivity and diversity and reduces the stigma of therapy.