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Danielle J King
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Alexandria, VA 22314  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Life circumstances can sometimes leave you feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, unheard, and disconnected. As difficult as seeking help may be, it is the first step to moving towards healing and healthier relationship with self and others. My clients are seeking a safe, non-judgmental, and culturally sensitive space that leaves them feeling heard, validated, and connected. My specialties include relationship and familial issues, mood and anxiety disorders, children of divorce, trauma, women dealing with divorce, and couples. I am extensively trained in attachment and systems modalities, trauma-informed interventions, and mindfulness.
Life circumstances can sometimes leave you feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, unheard, and disconnected. As difficult as seeking help may be, it is the first step to moving towards healing and healthier relationship with self and others. My clients are seeking a safe, non-judgmental, and culturally sensitive space that leaves them feeling heard, validated, and connected. My specialties include relationship and familial issues, mood and anxiety disorders, children of divorce, trauma, women dealing with divorce, and couples. I am extensively trained in attachment and systems modalities, trauma-informed interventions, and mindfulness.
(571) 556-9521 View (571) 556-9521
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Miko Zupanc
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Alexandria, VA 22314
Hello! My name is Miko and I am a counseling resident at Counseling and Forensic Services, Inc. I offer an open-minded, judgment-free, collaborative approach when helping clients achieve their personal goals. I have experience working with diverse communities with a variety of concerns including but not limited to LGBTQ+, HIV+, trauma, depression, anxiety, life transitions, issues of death and dying, personality disorders, sexual abuse, sexual offenders, and more.
Hello! My name is Miko and I am a counseling resident at Counseling and Forensic Services, Inc. I offer an open-minded, judgment-free, collaborative approach when helping clients achieve their personal goals. I have experience working with diverse communities with a variety of concerns including but not limited to LGBTQ+, HIV+, trauma, depression, anxiety, life transitions, issues of death and dying, personality disorders, sexual abuse, sexual offenders, and more.
(571) 556-7694 View (571) 556-7694
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Rhonda Stewart Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22314  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Are you taking care of yourself with the same urgency that you take care of others? In life, we encounter speed bumps that often trip us up. For service members, first responders, and others tasked with taking care of people, taking care of ourselves is typically last on the list of priorities. Whether you have experienced trauma related to your work/life, compassion fatigue, or any other challenge, About Face is the practice for you.
Are you taking care of yourself with the same urgency that you take care of others? In life, we encounter speed bumps that often trip us up. For service members, first responders, and others tasked with taking care of people, taking care of ourselves is typically last on the list of priorities. Whether you have experienced trauma related to your work/life, compassion fatigue, or any other challenge, About Face is the practice for you.
(571) 789-0175 View (571) 789-0175
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Kindred Tree Healing Center, llc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22314
At Kindred Tree Healing Center, we provide holistic psychotherapy, yoga, reiki, and other healing based services. We help individuals overcome trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, and other life stressors. We operate from an attachment based lens, and are a social justice allied practice.
At Kindred Tree Healing Center, we provide holistic psychotherapy, yoga, reiki, and other healing based services. We help individuals overcome trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, and other life stressors. We operate from an attachment based lens, and are a social justice allied practice.
(571) 424-1189 View (571) 424-1189
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Christina Keenan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Alexandria, VA 22314
Waitlist for new clients
Trauma and other adverse experiences can play a significant role in how we feel about ourselves and interact with the world around us. Sometimes it may feel like we are perpetually stuck in emotional reliving. I create a safe and affirming space for older adolescent and adult clients to both process and develop skills to help them move away from just "surviving." I aim to meet clients where they are at and to help them foster sustainable positive changes. I strive to embody cultural humility and a passion for social justice in my work. My goal is to partner with clients to help them develop insight and build more meaningful lives.
Trauma and other adverse experiences can play a significant role in how we feel about ourselves and interact with the world around us. Sometimes it may feel like we are perpetually stuck in emotional reliving. I create a safe and affirming space for older adolescent and adult clients to both process and develop skills to help them move away from just "surviving." I aim to meet clients where they are at and to help them foster sustainable positive changes. I strive to embody cultural humility and a passion for social justice in my work. My goal is to partner with clients to help them develop insight and build more meaningful lives.
(571) 450-8828 View (571) 450-8828
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Jacqueline Lubovich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22314  (Online Only)
As of 05/2023 I am accepting new clients. I recognize a very strong connection between body and mind. Primarily, I utilize techniques to help you gain awareness into your inner landscape of physical sensations, how these are connected to your emotions, and combine movement with talk therapy. We work with different somatic based tools to build capacity in managing different stressors and releasing past "stuck" experiences. Using what we learn from our body can often help us in navigating anxiety, depression, stress, difficult emotions, situations, life transitions and trauma stored in the body.
As of 05/2023 I am accepting new clients. I recognize a very strong connection between body and mind. Primarily, I utilize techniques to help you gain awareness into your inner landscape of physical sensations, how these are connected to your emotions, and combine movement with talk therapy. We work with different somatic based tools to build capacity in managing different stressors and releasing past "stuck" experiences. Using what we learn from our body can often help us in navigating anxiety, depression, stress, difficult emotions, situations, life transitions and trauma stored in the body.
(571) 982-8336 View (571) 982-8336
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Sean Graham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22314
I am an LCSW with 20+ years of experience working with adolescents and adults to assist them in addressing life's problems. I believe on focusing on the here and now and how to make you live life to its fullest. If you are struggling and are looking for some help with coping, I welcome the opportunity to learn about your story and join you on the expedition. My goal is to help you heal, and we can explore and identify personal goals to improve your life.
I am an LCSW with 20+ years of experience working with adolescents and adults to assist them in addressing life's problems. I believe on focusing on the here and now and how to make you live life to its fullest. If you are struggling and are looking for some help with coping, I welcome the opportunity to learn about your story and join you on the expedition. My goal is to help you heal, and we can explore and identify personal goals to improve your life.
(703) 372-9021 View (703) 372-9021
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Patricia O'Donnell
Counselor, LPCC-S, LPC, SEP
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22314
As a counselor, I believe my role is to help others tap into their own innate and powerful ability to heal. I support my clients in cultivating awareness around the connection between their bodies and minds. This leads to a deeper understanding of ourselves, how we relate to others and how and cope with daily life.
As a counselor, I believe my role is to help others tap into their own innate and powerful ability to heal. I support my clients in cultivating awareness around the connection between their bodies and minds. This leads to a deeper understanding of ourselves, how we relate to others and how and cope with daily life.
(571) 556-4833 View (571) 556-4833
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Katie Boggs
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, ATR-P
Verified Verified
Alexandria, VA 22314
I offer clients a safe and non judgmental space to explore thoughts, emotions, and experiences. Sessions can be used to explore experiences in relationships, feelings of stress, desired changes, or symptoms associated with mental health. Clients who are interested in additional self-exploration can benefit from my talk-therapy approaches, as well as exploring emotions through the art making process. Art therapy is a creative option for clients who may feel stuck and can’t find the words to describe how they are feeling or for clients who desire visual and hands-on modes of processing.
I offer clients a safe and non judgmental space to explore thoughts, emotions, and experiences. Sessions can be used to explore experiences in relationships, feelings of stress, desired changes, or symptoms associated with mental health. Clients who are interested in additional self-exploration can benefit from my talk-therapy approaches, as well as exploring emotions through the art making process. Art therapy is a creative option for clients who may feel stuck and can’t find the words to describe how they are feeling or for clients who desire visual and hands-on modes of processing.
(571) 470-6679 View (571) 470-6679
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Kianta English
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22314
I consider myself a realist. That is one of the things I love about therapy. I love helping my clients accept a situation as it is and learn to deal with it accordingly. I strive to help my clients find a path of healing, enlightenment, & empowerment to love themselves beyond their current challenges, and to accept themselves as they are in their challenges.
I consider myself a realist. That is one of the things I love about therapy. I love helping my clients accept a situation as it is and learn to deal with it accordingly. I strive to help my clients find a path of healing, enlightenment, & empowerment to love themselves beyond their current challenges, and to accept themselves as they are in their challenges.
(571) 378-5083 View (571) 378-5083
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Christy Heyn
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
15 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22314  (Online Only)
Therapy is a space to develop strengths and resources, as well as examine problems and pain. Clients work on both their strengths and struggles in my practice. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with twelve years of experience working in a variety of settings within the mental health field to include residential/educational programs for at-risk adolescents and in private practice working with individuals and families facing so many of life's challenges. I believe in working together to address the distress you're experiencing (depression, anxiety, trauma, or inter-personal issues) and to build resilience and restore hope.
Therapy is a space to develop strengths and resources, as well as examine problems and pain. Clients work on both their strengths and struggles in my practice. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with twelve years of experience working in a variety of settings within the mental health field to include residential/educational programs for at-risk adolescents and in private practice working with individuals and families facing so many of life's challenges. I believe in working together to address the distress you're experiencing (depression, anxiety, trauma, or inter-personal issues) and to build resilience and restore hope.
(540) 845-6940 View (540) 845-6940
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Dr. Catchings Women's Emotional Wellness Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW-S, CFTP, EMDR, LCSWC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22314  (Online Only)
Emotional issues are a community matter that affects us all. I am dedicated to meeting your needs through support, education, and direct services. I believe in a new high standard of response, helping you at the earliest stage and preventing unnecessary impairment and suffering for you and your family. I specialize in relationships, depression, anxiety, and family violence. I also assist with immigration and home studies. My main goal is to ensure you live a happy life, free of pain and negativity. You are not alone. We can walk together until you feel ready to fly. Cynthia V. Catchings, LCSW-S, CMHIMP, CLYL, CFTP, CMS, EMDR-T
Emotional issues are a community matter that affects us all. I am dedicated to meeting your needs through support, education, and direct services. I believe in a new high standard of response, helping you at the earliest stage and preventing unnecessary impairment and suffering for you and your family. I specialize in relationships, depression, anxiety, and family violence. I also assist with immigration and home studies. My main goal is to ensure you live a happy life, free of pain and negativity. You are not alone. We can walk together until you feel ready to fly. Cynthia V. Catchings, LCSW-S, CMHIMP, CLYL, CFTP, CMS, EMDR-T
(571) 253-7505 View (571) 253-7505
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Kristin Nygaard-Daugherty
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA , LPC-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22314
Taking the leap to find a therapist can feel overwhelming. The thought of talking to a complete stranger about the deepest darkest parts of your mind may feel frightening, but seeking help is something to celebrate. If you are searching for someone to help lighten the load of the weight of the world or even just the thoughts swirling around in your mind, I am here to help.
Taking the leap to find a therapist can feel overwhelming. The thought of talking to a complete stranger about the deepest darkest parts of your mind may feel frightening, but seeking help is something to celebrate. If you are searching for someone to help lighten the load of the weight of the world or even just the thoughts swirling around in your mind, I am here to help.
(540) 845-6940 x1 View (540) 845-6940 x1
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Kendra Sievers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22314
Everybody has a story to tell, and I want to hear yours. I believe you are the expert of your experience and together we can navigate your life with more understanding and ease. Through curiosity and empathy, I aim to create a nonjudgmental environment where adults, children, and families can speak freely about and work through traumas, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, low self-esteem, grief, and gender identity issues. I tailor aspects of multiple different approaches including CBT, DBT, EMDR, and TF-CBT to meet your individual needs. Together, we will formulate a plan on how to move forward.
Everybody has a story to tell, and I want to hear yours. I believe you are the expert of your experience and together we can navigate your life with more understanding and ease. Through curiosity and empathy, I aim to create a nonjudgmental environment where adults, children, and families can speak freely about and work through traumas, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, low self-esteem, grief, and gender identity issues. I tailor aspects of multiple different approaches including CBT, DBT, EMDR, and TF-CBT to meet your individual needs. Together, we will formulate a plan on how to move forward.
(571) 946-6378 View (571) 946-6378
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Maxine Iida
Resident in Counseling, BS, MA, LPC-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22314  (Online Only)
You want to live a full life but feel that anxiety, depression, or you past are getting in the way. You struggle with trying to make everything happen in day-to-day life, but feel depleted and stressed. Life has many ups and downs, and perfectionism or unrealistic expectations can rob us of the joy in the moment. Therapy can provide a space to become clear on what you want from life and can provide tools to begin living out those values today!
You want to live a full life but feel that anxiety, depression, or you past are getting in the way. You struggle with trying to make everything happen in day-to-day life, but feel depleted and stressed. Life has many ups and downs, and perfectionism or unrealistic expectations can rob us of the joy in the moment. Therapy can provide a space to become clear on what you want from life and can provide tools to begin living out those values today!
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Victoria (Torie) Rohr
Resident in Counseling, LGPC, LPC-R, NCC
Verified Verified
Alexandria, VA 22314
Waitlist for new clients
As a therapist, my number one goal is to provide a safe space where my clients feel comfortable sharing their issues and concerns as well as exploring possible solutions with me. I strive to provide an environment where you feel safe and valued regardless of your gender, sexuality, race, ethnicity, religion, ability, socioeconomic status, size, or neurodiversity. Whether you are looking to work through relationship concerns, feel stuck and are looking to make a change, or want a safe space to process your unique situation, my door is open.
As a therapist, my number one goal is to provide a safe space where my clients feel comfortable sharing their issues and concerns as well as exploring possible solutions with me. I strive to provide an environment where you feel safe and valued regardless of your gender, sexuality, race, ethnicity, religion, ability, socioeconomic status, size, or neurodiversity. Whether you are looking to work through relationship concerns, feel stuck and are looking to make a change, or want a safe space to process your unique situation, my door is open.
(703) 750-8195 View (703) 750-8195
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Amanda H Kaliner
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22314
Amanda has extensive experience working with adolescents in school, group, and outpatient settings. Amanda currently specializes in mood disorders like anxiety and depression, self-esteem, peer relations, LGBTQIA+ issues, and life transitions for adolescents and young adults.
Amanda has extensive experience working with adolescents in school, group, and outpatient settings. Amanda currently specializes in mood disorders like anxiety and depression, self-esteem, peer relations, LGBTQIA+ issues, and life transitions for adolescents and young adults.
(540) 845-6940 x1 View (540) 845-6940 x1
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Christopher Boler
Resident in Counseling, MSEd
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22314  (Online Only)
Are some of your past coping skills not having the same effect? In our sessions, we will focus on being present with our mind and body. Through this gained awareness, we will co-construct meaningful experiences. Sometimes we may need the space or support to tune into our needs, body and its reactions. Therapy can be a place to learn and cultivate that. I use an integrative approach to counseling and therapy. This way, I tailor make our treatment to meet your goals. I'm trained in LGBTQ+ affirming counseling, CBT, Person Centered, Gestalt and Narrative Therapies.
Are some of your past coping skills not having the same effect? In our sessions, we will focus on being present with our mind and body. Through this gained awareness, we will co-construct meaningful experiences. Sometimes we may need the space or support to tune into our needs, body and its reactions. Therapy can be a place to learn and cultivate that. I use an integrative approach to counseling and therapy. This way, I tailor make our treatment to meet your goals. I'm trained in LGBTQ+ affirming counseling, CBT, Person Centered, Gestalt and Narrative Therapies.
(571) 418-6281 View (571) 418-6281
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Sean Maloney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22314
Whether you are an executive working to find your rhythm in leadership, a member of the armed services struggling with return from deployment, a young adult questioning your sexual orientation, a couple trying to inspire the next phase of your relationship, or an athlete trying to push through a frustrating plateau, my solution-focused approach will help you accomplish your therapeutic goals. Relying on humor, frank dialogue, compassion, and strong interpersonal skills, I work quickly to break down barriers of discomfort and vulnerability to create a safe space for people from any walk of life.
Whether you are an executive working to find your rhythm in leadership, a member of the armed services struggling with return from deployment, a young adult questioning your sexual orientation, a couple trying to inspire the next phase of your relationship, or an athlete trying to push through a frustrating plateau, my solution-focused approach will help you accomplish your therapeutic goals. Relying on humor, frank dialogue, compassion, and strong interpersonal skills, I work quickly to break down barriers of discomfort and vulnerability to create a safe space for people from any walk of life.
(571) 458-1801 View (571) 458-1801
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Alessandra Maria Cava
Licensed Master Social Worker, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Alexandria, VA 22314
Choosing to begin therapy is deeply brave, and I love working with anyone who is deciding to show up for themselves. I specialize in treating adults and children struggling with depression, anxiety, and/or trauma. No matter what your goals are, if you are ready to start working towards them, I will be there every step of the way.
Choosing to begin therapy is deeply brave, and I love working with anyone who is deciding to show up for themselves. I specialize in treating adults and children struggling with depression, anxiety, and/or trauma. No matter what your goals are, if you are ready to start working towards them, I will be there every step of the way.
(571) 946-8306 View (571) 946-8306
Culturally Sensitive Therapists

How does culturally sensitive therapy work?

A culturally sensitive therapist will tailor their approach to therapy based on the individual client’s background. This may include changing their style of interaction (asking open-ended questions vs. being the “expert” voice), their affect (seeming warm or “neutral”), how much personal information they disclose about themselves, and more. It’s also important for a culturally sensitive therapist to acknowledge larger societal forces that may impact their client due to the client’s background.

How effective is culturally sensitive therapy?

Some professionals have expressed concern about highlighting cultural differences in therapy, suggesting that it might promote stereotypes and harm the therapeutic bond; however, many experts agree that cultural sensitivity tends to strengthen the connection between therapist and client and help clients feel heard and understood. A culturally sensitive approach to therapy can be especially helpful for those not in the cultural majority, especially when combined with proven therapies like Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).

What are the limitations of a culturally sensitive approach to therapy?

While being culturally sensitive is generally a valuable skill to have, a therapist cannot treat every client from a similar background the same way. Each client is an individual with their own values, personal preferences, and life experiences that will need to be explored during therapy. In addition, it’s rare for a therapist and client to have identical backgrounds, so there may be some cross-cultural differences to navigate during therapy, but a culturally sensitive therapist can do so with empathy and respect.

Can culturally sensitive therapy be done online?

Yes, online therapy using a culturally sensitive approach can be beneficial. Therapy can sometimes be difficult to access for clients from diverse backgrounds and socioeconomic standing. The array of mental health support available through the internet makes it possible for clients to find a good therapist match regardless of where they live.