"Therapy offers a setting in the service of further knowing and understanding one's feelings, so as to be better able to respectfully care for one's self. Generally, the more choices we have in caring for our feelings, the better we usually feel and function. Learning to talk through feelings lessens the risks of those feelings being acted out in self-destructive ways. Constructive self-management contributes to self-esteem. Self-understanding, in combination with more clearly defined personal boundaries, makes for more satisfying relationships with others."
"Therapy offers a setting in the service of further knowing and understanding one's feelings, so as to be better able to respectfully care for one's self. Generally, the more choices we have in caring for our feelings, the better we usually feel and function. Learning to talk through feelings lessens the risks of those feelings being acted out in self-destructive ways. Constructive self-management contributes to self-esteem. Self-understanding, in combination with more clearly defined personal boundaries, makes for more satisfying relationships with others."
"I am a psychodynamically trained clinical counselor focusing on helping clients to live life on life’s terms. I am certified in Imago Relationship Therapy and specialize in couples and relational therapy. I work from an empathic stance, help clients to notice, identify and understand patterns of behavior. Together with my clients, we explore attachment meaning, past, and current actions, set goals and practice new behaviors. My approach to working with individuals and couples is rooted in the lessons I have learned in Imago Relationship Therapy, 12 step work, and psychodynamic clinical theory. My ideal client is an individual or couple seeking to grow and live life as they most deeply desire. "
"I am a psychodynamically trained clinical counselor focusing on helping clients to live life on life’s terms. I am certified in Imago Relationship Therapy and specialize in couples and relational therapy. I work from an empathic stance, help clients to notice, identify and understand patterns of behavior. Together with my clients, we explore attachment meaning, past, and current actions, set goals and practice new behaviors. My approach to working with individuals and couples is rooted in the lessons I have learned in Imago Relationship Therapy, 12 step work, and psychodynamic clinical theory. My ideal client is an individual or couple seeking to grow and live life as they most deeply desire. "
"I am a hypnotherapist working with individuals, couples, and families in the Washington DC metropolitan area. I will teach you how to creatively relax the body so that you will become a more effective person in every endeavor of your life. You will learn how to reinforce your good intentions for a successful life, thereby improving all of your relationships. Each session is approached from the individual's unique set of circumstances."
"I am a hypnotherapist working with individuals, couples, and families in the Washington DC metropolitan area. I will teach you how to creatively relax the body so that you will become a more effective person in every endeavor of your life. You will learn how to reinforce your good intentions for a successful life, thereby improving all of your relationships. Each session is approached from the individual's unique set of circumstances."
"Halback & Associates is dedicated to providing effective and affordable therapuetic services to anyone having difficulty adjusting to life's obstacles. I provide services to individuals and families ages 4 to 100."
"Halback & Associates is dedicated to providing effective and affordable therapuetic services to anyone having difficulty adjusting to life's obstacles. I provide services to individuals and families ages 4 to 100."
"As a clinical psychologist trained in intensive psychotherapy and counseling, I focus primarily on you as a person, not on your disorder or illness. Even if the reason you seek treatment is depression, anxiety, relationship issues or addictive behaviors, that is not who you are- it is only the form that your problems take. In our therapy work together we will need to understand who you are fundamentally - your unique strengths, issues, and needs. Our shared understanding of your complexities will then tell us precisely what approach to take to healing your problems."
"As a clinical psychologist trained in intensive psychotherapy and counseling, I focus primarily on you as a person, not on your disorder or illness. Even if the reason you seek treatment is depression, anxiety, relationship issues or addictive behaviors, that is not who you are- it is only the form that your problems take. In our therapy work together we will need to understand who you are fundamentally - your unique strengths, issues, and needs. Our shared understanding of your complexities will then tell us precisely what approach to take to healing your problems."
"Ms. Paknejad has been practicing in the Washington, D.C. area for a decade, focusing on supportive services that integrate cultural sensitivity, and physical, and psychological support. Ms. Paknejad has extensive experience working with domestic and international families living and working in the DC MD VA area, including addressing changes in mood and overall functioning and focusing on issues and stresses around assimilation and acculturation due to changes in one's personal and professional settings. Through the use of solution focused techniques, Ms. Paknejad's clients are able to achieve measurable improvements."
"Ms. Paknejad has been practicing in the Washington, D.C. area for a decade, focusing on supportive services that integrate cultural sensitivity, and physical, and psychological support. Ms. Paknejad has extensive experience working with domestic and international families living and working in the DC MD VA area, including addressing changes in mood and overall functioning and focusing on issues and stresses around assimilation and acculturation due to changes in one's personal and professional settings. Through the use of solution focused techniques, Ms. Paknejad's clients are able to achieve measurable improvements."
"Our team of highly skilled psychologists bring decades of experience in understanding and treating a range of neurodevelopmental, clinical and interpersonal issues across the lifespan. We offer comprehensive evaluations and a range of treatment approaches, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, insight-oriented therapy, neurofeedback, and parent training."
"Our team of highly skilled psychologists bring decades of experience in understanding and treating a range of neurodevelopmental, clinical and interpersonal issues across the lifespan. We offer comprehensive evaluations and a range of treatment approaches, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, insight-oriented therapy, neurofeedback, and parent training."
"(PLEASE EMAIL ALL INQUIRIES REGARDING APPOINTMENTS) I am skilled and passionate about working with teen and millennial-aged (16-35) populations. I help clients effectively cope with depression and anxiety, grief and loss, life transitions, lack of self-care, low self- esteem/self-worth and boundary issues. Using an integrative approach, I will tailor our work together to meet your goals through a combination of humor, journaling, mindfulness, homework and reading assignments. My mission is to align with you to cultivate a safe space where I am permitted the honor to see your story and journey along side of you in this transition."
"(PLEASE EMAIL ALL INQUIRIES REGARDING APPOINTMENTS) I am skilled and passionate about working with teen and millennial-aged (16-35) populations. I help clients effectively cope with depression and anxiety, grief and loss, life transitions, lack of self-care, low self- esteem/self-worth and boundary issues. Using an integrative approach, I will tailor our work together to meet your goals through a combination of humor, journaling, mindfulness, homework and reading assignments. My mission is to align with you to cultivate a safe space where I am permitted the honor to see your story and journey along side of you in this transition."
"If you find yourself stuck, either in your own thoughts, muddling through complicated feelings or in your ability to connect with those around you, I would feel privileged to work with you and help you reach a meaningful breakthrough. If the quality of your life is undermined by depression, anxiety, pain or confusion please reach out and let's meet and see what we can do so that you return to enjoying your life in all its fullness. I look forward to helping you remove the obstacles that block your way from going deeper and further in your journey of reaching your full potential."
"If you find yourself stuck, either in your own thoughts, muddling through complicated feelings or in your ability to connect with those around you, I would feel privileged to work with you and help you reach a meaningful breakthrough. If the quality of your life is undermined by depression, anxiety, pain or confusion please reach out and let's meet and see what we can do so that you return to enjoying your life in all its fullness. I look forward to helping you remove the obstacles that block your way from going deeper and further in your journey of reaching your full potential."
"Anxiety and depression are concerns for people of all ages and frequently contribute to feelings of stress. Are your struggles getting in the way of developing safe, loving relationships and achieving your objectives? Are you facing a major life transition and feeling overwhelmed? Providing a warm, supportive relationship, I work with clients to identify and change patterns of behavior that are troubling them. I believe that within the context of major stressors and recent or distant traumas, opportunities are present for identifying and building on an individual's strengths."
"Anxiety and depression are concerns for people of all ages and frequently contribute to feelings of stress. Are your struggles getting in the way of developing safe, loving relationships and achieving your objectives? Are you facing a major life transition and feeling overwhelmed? Providing a warm, supportive relationship, I work with clients to identify and change patterns of behavior that are troubling them. I believe that within the context of major stressors and recent or distant traumas, opportunities are present for identifying and building on an individual's strengths."
"Today's busy society requires many people to have so many roles, responsibilities, and obligations that they feel fractured and fragmented; many develop anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and other emotional problems as a result. I understand how hard it can be to live a life that sustains and honors your values without giving in to 'business as usual,' and I can help you heal the fractures."
"Today's busy society requires many people to have so many roles, responsibilities, and obligations that they feel fractured and fragmented; many develop anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and other emotional problems as a result. I understand how hard it can be to live a life that sustains and honors your values without giving in to 'business as usual,' and I can help you heal the fractures."
"I work with children, adolescents, adults, and their families who are experiencing a wide range of social and emotional difficulties including sadness, anxiety, phobias, family and life transitions and friendships. I provide individual therapy, family therapy and parent coaching in a warm, safe and non-judgmental environment in order to address individual needs and concerns. In addition, I provide support and guidance in promoting additional understanding of family dynamics and facilitating a better channel of communication between family members. I enjoy working collaboratively with families to find unique ways to help their children or themselves to progress and heal."
"I work with children, adolescents, adults, and their families who are experiencing a wide range of social and emotional difficulties including sadness, anxiety, phobias, family and life transitions and friendships. I provide individual therapy, family therapy and parent coaching in a warm, safe and non-judgmental environment in order to address individual needs and concerns. In addition, I provide support and guidance in promoting additional understanding of family dynamics and facilitating a better channel of communication between family members. I enjoy working collaboratively with families to find unique ways to help their children or themselves to progress and heal."
"I specialize in therapy for individuals and couples struggling with emotional, thought-based, and relational problems and those adapting to serious life transitions, trauma, grief and loss. I provide an engaged, safe and present-oriented space where you can tell your story and explore how thoughts and past experiences impact the way you feel, behave, relate to others and manage life's challenges. I then assist you in finding healthy alternatives and an empowered path forward. Nico, a certified therapy dog, aids in our work."
"I specialize in therapy for individuals and couples struggling with emotional, thought-based, and relational problems and those adapting to serious life transitions, trauma, grief and loss. I provide an engaged, safe and present-oriented space where you can tell your story and explore how thoughts and past experiences impact the way you feel, behave, relate to others and manage life's challenges. I then assist you in finding healthy alternatives and an empowered path forward. Nico, a certified therapy dog, aids in our work."
"More than your Therapist -Your Biographer-- In sharing your story- you can get Perspective , Power and Peace. LGBTQ- Supportive Therapy-providing a empathetic ear and concrete solutions. Whether your struggling with Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues- or not being in one -you don't have to do it alone. Has your kid or spouse come out as Transgender, Lesbian Bisexual or Gay , HIV+ and have questions I have helped many others like you and have trained thousands of Healthcare Providers on how to be more clinically competent and sensitive in their care. Lets do the work together!"
"More than your Therapist -Your Biographer-- In sharing your story- you can get Perspective , Power and Peace. LGBTQ- Supportive Therapy-providing a empathetic ear and concrete solutions. Whether your struggling with Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues- or not being in one -you don't have to do it alone. Has your kid or spouse come out as Transgender, Lesbian Bisexual or Gay , HIV+ and have questions I have helped many others like you and have trained thousands of Healthcare Providers on how to be more clinically competent and sensitive in their care. Lets do the work together!"
"Welcome to my practice! Therapy can be a powerful tool in relieving distress, learning about oneself, and living a more fulfilled life. I believe that at the heart of successful therapy is a collaborative, open, and warm relationship. Through curiosity and acceptance, I help my clients gain more appreciation for their emotions and assist them in recognizing their strengths and identifying opportunities for growth. Additionally, I strive to help my clients obtain tools necessary to overcome roadblocks, which often keep them from reaching their full potential. I welcome the opportunity to work with clientele from diverse backgrounds and life stages."
"Welcome to my practice! Therapy can be a powerful tool in relieving distress, learning about oneself, and living a more fulfilled life. I believe that at the heart of successful therapy is a collaborative, open, and warm relationship. Through curiosity and acceptance, I help my clients gain more appreciation for their emotions and assist them in recognizing their strengths and identifying opportunities for growth. Additionally, I strive to help my clients obtain tools necessary to overcome roadblocks, which often keep them from reaching their full potential. I welcome the opportunity to work with clientele from diverse backgrounds and life stages."
"I create an environment that helps clients explore both the internal and external barriers to their healing and growth. As a psychologist I pull from working with diverse groups of people and assist on issues of trauma, grief, loss, relationship difficulties, wellness and health. To me, therapy is best when it's a mix of approaches that are used strategically to create a nonjudgmental and empathic atmosphere. My style is both warm and thought-provoking, and I actively collaborate with and support those with whom I work."
"I create an environment that helps clients explore both the internal and external barriers to their healing and growth. As a psychologist I pull from working with diverse groups of people and assist on issues of trauma, grief, loss, relationship difficulties, wellness and health. To me, therapy is best when it's a mix of approaches that are used strategically to create a nonjudgmental and empathic atmosphere. My style is both warm and thought-provoking, and I actively collaborate with and support those with whom I work."
"Are you, a family member, or a friend experiencing emotional difficulty? Are you anxious, depressed, feeling unfulfilled or lonely? If you answered yes to any of these questions I am here to support you! I utilize an array of therapeutic approaches to assist my clients in creating wellness. I specialize in systems and family dynamics. I have a strong love for community and cultural matters and I prioritize cultural awareness. I strive to support my clients in embracing their strengths, acknowledging their areas of growth, and creating a life desired."
"Are you, a family member, or a friend experiencing emotional difficulty? Are you anxious, depressed, feeling unfulfilled or lonely? If you answered yes to any of these questions I am here to support you! I utilize an array of therapeutic approaches to assist my clients in creating wellness. I specialize in systems and family dynamics. I have a strong love for community and cultural matters and I prioritize cultural awareness. I strive to support my clients in embracing their strengths, acknowledging their areas of growth, and creating a life desired."
""Picking up the telephone to make an initial appointment to see a psychologist, can be difficult for many people for various reasons. One may be feeling wounded, lost, or stuck. I am dedicated to helping children, adolescents, and families begin to heal and get "unstuck" by freeing themselves of distressing and sometimes debilitating feelings such as depression, anxiety, and feeling out of control. I believe awareness and insight into your child's feelings and behaviors and your feelings and behaviors, is the great gift of psychotherapy. At its best, psychotherapy is a rewarding, productive, and at times, fun experience.""
""Picking up the telephone to make an initial appointment to see a psychologist, can be difficult for many people for various reasons. One may be feeling wounded, lost, or stuck. I am dedicated to helping children, adolescents, and families begin to heal and get "unstuck" by freeing themselves of distressing and sometimes debilitating feelings such as depression, anxiety, and feeling out of control. I believe awareness and insight into your child's feelings and behaviors and your feelings and behaviors, is the great gift of psychotherapy. At its best, psychotherapy is a rewarding, productive, and at times, fun experience.""
"My Behavioral Health career has come full circle from health and wellness with my experiences as a mental health provider. With my 20 years experience working in mental health as a field educator, advocate, therapist, and clinical leader, I have no doubts that we will help you live the life you deserve. I work with adults who are struggling with mental health and eating disorders."
"My Behavioral Health career has come full circle from health and wellness with my experiences as a mental health provider. With my 20 years experience working in mental health as a field educator, advocate, therapist, and clinical leader, I have no doubts that we will help you live the life you deserve. I work with adults who are struggling with mental health and eating disorders."
"We all experience challenging times when we don’t feel like ourselves. We may feel stuck, lost, or experience the same unsatisfying relationships. Engaging in therapy, with the right therapist, can help. Within a supportive and collaborative relationship, I actively work with my clients to better understand themselves and their relationships; to acquire healthy coping strategies; and to achieve an enhanced sense of well-being. I am flexible, tailoring the therapy according to the needs of each client. I bring an integrative approach to psychotherapy that includes insight-oriented work, practical interventions, and cognitive/behavioral techniques, all within a nurturing relationship."
"We all experience challenging times when we don’t feel like ourselves. We may feel stuck, lost, or experience the same unsatisfying relationships. Engaging in therapy, with the right therapist, can help. Within a supportive and collaborative relationship, I actively work with my clients to better understand themselves and their relationships; to acquire healthy coping strategies; and to achieve an enhanced sense of well-being. I am flexible, tailoring the therapy according to the needs of each client. I bring an integrative approach to psychotherapy that includes insight-oriented work, practical interventions, and cognitive/behavioral techniques, all within a nurturing relationship."
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