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Clarity Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-S

Clarity Counseling

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-S (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
7150 Heritage Village Plaza, 201, Gainesville, VA 20155
Let's Connect (571) 520-6408
Photo of Alicia Ayvas - Clarity Counseling, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-S
I have been working in the field of eating disorders & trauma since 2008 and I am committed to help client’s understand and fully overcome their illness so that they have peace within their mind, body, and spirit. I earned her Bachelors of Arts at Rutgers University and Masters of Science at Columbia University. In 2017 I became a certified eating disorder specialist and supervisor and currently hold a leadership role in that organization. I am energetic, passionate, and dedicated to empowering individuals and families who are impacted by eating disorders and mental health and hope to walk along side you in your recovery process.
I believe it is imperative to work together with my client, their family, and a multidisciplinary team of professionals when treating mental illness and through that collaboration, I hope to make a difference within the field of mental health. I would welcome the opportunity to be a support to you.
I am currently taking on new clients and would welcome the opportunity to be a support to you. I have been working in the field of mental health for 17 years and am committed to providing evidenced based treatment and working collaboratively with you to live your best life. Please call or visit my website to learn more and make an appointment to talk.
Call or Clarity Counseling now for a free 15 minute consultation - (571) 520-6408

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

7150 Heritage Village Plaza

201

Gainesville, VA 20155 map

(571) 520-6408
Clarity is both in-office and virtual for those who are wanting remote support. We have flexible hours and have availability Mon-Sat.
I specialize in Eating Disorders, Trauma and PTSD and Borderline Personality (BPD) 
$185 Per Session  
I see individuals, families and groups  
Hi I'm Alicia Ayvas, LCSW, CEDS-S. I'm a primary therapist and the founder of Clarity Counseling. I look forward to connecting with you!
Clarity Counseling
Let's Connect (571) 520-6408
Photo of Alicia Ayvas - Clarity Counseling, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-S

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

7150 Heritage Village Plaza

201

Gainesville, VA 20155 map

(571) 520-6408
Clarity is both in-office and virtual for those who are wanting remote support. We have flexible hours and have availability Mon-Sat.
I specialize in Eating Disorders, Trauma and PTSD and Borderline Personality (BPD) 
$185 Per Session  
I see individuals, families and groups  
Hi I'm Alicia Ayvas, LCSW, CEDS-S. I'm a primary therapist and the founder of Clarity Counseling. I look forward to connecting with you!
Clarity Counseling

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $185
  • Couple Sessions $235
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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Clarity provides all documentation needed for clients to submit their receipts to their insurance company.
Photo of Alicia Ayvas - Clarity Counseling, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-S
Clarity Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-S
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 520-6408
"
Clarity provides all documentation needed for clients to submit their receipts to their insurance company.
Photo of Alicia Ayvas - Clarity Counseling, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-S
Clarity Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-S
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 520-6408

Qualifications

    Clinical Social Work/Therapist: Alicia Ayvas

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Virginia / 0904008108 Alicia Ayvas
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 13 years
  • Attended Columbia University, MSSW, Graduated 2009
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals (iaedp) 2015
  • Degree/Diploma from Rutgers University BASW / 2008
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Clarity has 15 providers on staff and 4 locations. We are committed to providing quality care while collaborating with in your treatment.
Photo of Alicia Ayvas - Clarity Counseling, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-S
Clarity Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-S
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 520-6408
"
Clarity has 15 providers on staff and 4 locations. We are committed to providing quality care while collaborating with in your treatment.
Photo of Alicia Ayvas - Clarity Counseling, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-S
Clarity Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-S
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 520-6408

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Eating Disorders
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Body Positivity
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Dissociative Disorders (DID)
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Family Conflict
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Personality Disorders
  • Psychosis
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Suicidal Ideation
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Clarity is client centered and evidenced based, so that means we are going to meet you where you are at. Together, we will come up with a treatment plan that is personalized for you. Our staff is formally trained in specialty treatments like DBT, RO-DBT, EMDR, eating disorder treatments, CBT, ERP, to name a few. We are committed to providing quality support and look forward to working with you.
Photo of Alicia Ayvas - Clarity Counseling, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-S
Clarity Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-S
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 520-6408
"
Clarity is client centered and evidenced based, so that means we are going to meet you where you are at. Together, we will come up with a treatment plan that is personalized for you. Our staff is formally trained in specialty treatments like DBT, RO-DBT, EMDR, eating disorder treatments, CBT, ERP, to name a few. We are committed to providing quality support and look forward to working with you.
Photo of Alicia Ayvas - Clarity Counseling, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-S
Clarity Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-S
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 520-6408

Endorsement

Julie Guild (Samitt), LCSW
Julie Guild (Samitt), LCSW
Clinical Social Work/TherapistMSWLCSW
Alicia is highly trained Therapist and leader in the eating disorder field. We feel fortunate that her practice, Clarity Counseling, has an office in the Richmond Va area. The providers Alicia hires are top notch!

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Family
Group

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

I also speak

Dari

Religion

Christian

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Family
Group

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

I also speak

Dari

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • EMDR
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Based Therapy (FBT)
  • Family Systems
  • Maudsley Based Treatment
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychodynamic
  • Trauma Focused
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Our providers have trained with the developers themselves. The team has formal training in eating disorder treatment and hold certification in that field. Clarity's team is certified RO-DBT or DBT. Trauma treatments like IFS, CPT, and EMDR are provided here too. In short, it is the job of the outpatient provider to be proficient in specialized treatments and Clarity can offer that quality care
Photo of Alicia Ayvas - Clarity Counseling, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-S
Clarity Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-S
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 520-6408
"
Our providers have trained with the developers themselves. The team has formal training in eating disorder treatment and hold certification in that field. Clarity's team is certified RO-DBT or DBT. Trauma treatments like IFS, CPT, and EMDR are provided here too. In short, it is the job of the outpatient provider to be proficient in specialized treatments and Clarity can offer that quality care
Photo of Alicia Ayvas - Clarity Counseling, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-S
Clarity Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-S
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 520-6408

Groups

Location

Primary Location

7150 Heritage Village Plaza

201

Gainesville, VA 20155

(571) 520-6408
"
Clarity is both in-office and virtual for those who are wanting remote support. We have flexible hours and have availability Mon-Sat.
Photo of Alicia Ayvas - Clarity Counseling, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-S
Clarity Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-S
Call for a free consultation now - (571) 520-6408
"
Clarity is both in-office and virtual for those who are wanting remote support. We have flexible hours and have availability Mon-Sat.
Photo of Alicia Ayvas - Clarity Counseling, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-S
Clarity Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-S
Call for a free consultation now - (571) 520-6408