Brightness in the Rain Counseling Services, LLC
Group Practice
Alexandria, VA 22312
Let's Connect (877) 790-1808

We take an Integrative approach. We have a diverse group of clinicians in Arlington, Alexandria, and Manassas emphasizing the importance of the therapeutic relationship. We believe in a strong therapeutic alliance from
Clinicians such as Dahir with strong interest in working with all ages of clients experiencing anxiety, depression, dissociation, mood disorders, ADHD, autism, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder PTSD & Trauma and relational challenges. Including extensive experience supporting clients in crisis as well as those managing persistent mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorders.
Our Team
We take an integrative approach. Our clinicians are Venise Darisme, LPC, EMDR trained, Nadia Perez, LPC. Anna, Daniella, and Dahir. Clients have said that Venise is "gentle, a good listener, help them see more clearly, and knowledgeable." Have worked in intensive in home, schools, intensive out patient, partial hospitalization, residential, and private practice settings. Nadia Perez is patient, kind, reliable, and dedicated. Nadia has over 7 years specializing in children, and military families. Dahir Adani, M.S., specializes in child trauma therapy. Anna Batchelder M.A.: eating disorders and teens. Daniella is a Clinical Intern.
We take an integrative approach. Our clinicians are Venise Darisme, LPC, EMDR trained, Nadia Perez, LPC. Anna, Daniella, and Dahir. Clients have said that Venise is "gentle, a good listener, help them see more clearly, and knowledgeable." Have worked in intensive in home, schools, intensive out patient, partial hospitalization, residential, and private practice settings. Nadia Perez is patient, kind, reliable, and dedicated. Nadia has over 7 years specializing in children, and military families. Dahir Adani, M.S., specializes in child trauma therapy. Anna Batchelder M.A.: eating disorders and teens. Daniella is a Clinical Intern.
As a mental health therapist, I am deeply committed to supporting individuals of all ages as they navigate life's challenges. With a degree in clinical mental health counseling from Marymount University and over 7 years of experience, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to my practice. My specialization in working with children and teens allows me to provide tailored support for young individuals facing issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, and familial conflict. My approach combines elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with a person-centered approach, tailoring sessions to each client's unique needs.
As a mental health therapist, I am deeply committed to supporting individuals of all ages as they navigate life's challenges. With a degree in clinical mental health counseling from Marymount University and over 7 years of experience, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to my practice. My specialization in working with children and teens allows me to provide tailored support for young individuals facing issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, and familial conflict. My approach combines elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with a person-centered approach, tailoring sessions to each client's unique needs.
A counselor with a genuine desire to understand and support my clients through difficult moments. As a humanist, my approach is collaborative and individualized and I strive to create a space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered. I have extensive experience working with eating disorder clients across inpatient (IP), partial hospitalization (PHP), and intensive outpatient (IOP) levels of care. I offer holistic services which include weight inclusive gender affirming care and targeted interventions. Interventions including ACT, Motivational interviewing, CBT and DBT, as well as a focus on body neutrality.
A counselor with a genuine desire to understand and support my clients through difficult moments. As a humanist, my approach is collaborative and individualized and I strive to create a space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered. I have extensive experience working with eating disorder clients across inpatient (IP), partial hospitalization (PHP), and intensive outpatient (IOP) levels of care. I offer holistic services which include weight inclusive gender affirming care and targeted interventions. Interventions including ACT, Motivational interviewing, CBT and DBT, as well as a focus on body neutrality.
My name is Dahir, and I have a strong interest in working with all ages of clients experiencing anxiety, depression, dissociation, mood disorders, ADHD, autism, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, PTSD & Trauma and relational challenges. My background includes extensive experience supporting clients in crisis as well as those managing persistent mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorders.
My name is Dahir, and I have a strong interest in working with all ages of clients experiencing anxiety, depression, dissociation, mood disorders, ADHD, autism, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, PTSD & Trauma and relational challenges. My background includes extensive experience supporting clients in crisis as well as those managing persistent mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorders.