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Elayne Smith, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
(571) 619-8653
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Elayne Smith, LMFT

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

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3930 Walnut Street, Fairfax, VA 22030
(571) 619-8653
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I work with people who long for deeper, more reciprocal relationships, a life that actually fits, and a way of being that doesn’t require so much effort to maintain. You know how to hold it all together. You show up, take care of others, work hard, and keep moving, regardless of how you need. Externally, it's going well, but internally, you feel stuck in patterns that leave you feeling drained, unseen, weighed down by pain, burned out, or always chasing. I specialize in working with high-performers, perfectionists, people pleasers, or anxious attachers who seek greater satisfaction, connection, peace, and balance in their life.
Together, we explore the hidden architecture of your identity — the beliefs, roles, unmet needs, hurts, and relational blueprints you developed to survive, succeed, protect, and feel valued. You may have learned to get what you need by overfunctioning and now notice these earlier adaptations are limiting connection, vitality, rest, and your sense of worth.
We explore how life and relationships have shaped your nervous system, emotions, boundaries, and map for connection. If you’re ready for therapy that is deep, human, and transformative, going beneath symptom relief to the roots of your struggles, I’d be honored to work with you. You deserve a satisfying life, connected relationships, and authentic self-worth
Call or Elayne Smith, LMFT now for a free 15 minute consultation - (571) 619-8653

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Founder, Center for Connection, Healing & Change

3930 Walnut Street

Fairfax, VA 22030 map

 (571) 619-8653

The Center for Connection, Healing and Change

Falls Church, VA 22046

Website
Accepting new clients. To schedule a free phone consultation, go to: www.cchc.as.me
I specialize in Life Transitions, Self Esteem and Relationship Issues 
$325 Per Session  
I see individuals and groups  
Let's Connect (571) 619-8653
Photo of Elayne Smithffx - Elayne Smith, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Founder, Center for Connection, Healing & Change

3930 Walnut Street

Fairfax, VA 22030 map

 (571) 619-8653

The Center for Connection, Healing and Change

Falls Church, VA 22046

Website
Accepting new clients. To schedule a free phone consultation, go to: www.cchc.as.me
I specialize in Life Transitions, Self Esteem and Relationship Issues 
$325 Per Session  
I see individuals and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $325

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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I am an out-of-network provider and can provide superbills for submission to insurance for reimbursement. I work with Thrizer Billing, who can submit insurance claims on your behalf on a session-to-session basis. I accept HSA and FSA cards and offer a military discount.
Photo of Elayne Smithffx - Elayne Smith, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Elayne Smith, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 619-8653
"
I am an out-of-network provider and can provide superbills for submission to insurance for reimbursement. I work with Thrizer Billing, who can submit insurance claims on your behalf on a session-to-session basis. I accept HSA and FSA cards and offer a military discount.
Photo of Elayne Smithffx - Elayne Smith, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Elayne Smith, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 619-8653

Qualifications

    Marriage & Family Therapist: Elayne Smith
  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Virginia / 0717001367 Elayne Smith

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 24 years
  • Attended University of Southern Mississippi, MS Marriage and Family Therapy

    • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Intergenerational Healing, Attachment-based Leadership, Self-of-the Therapist, Financial Therapy
  • Certificate from Emotionally Focused Individual, Couples and Family Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Somatic Therapy
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I am a highly skilled, effective, warm, and creative therapist. I work to help you get to the origins of your struggles and release them. I ground myself in evidence-based maps for lasting change, a profound belief in the human capacity to grow, and ongoing engagement in Self-of-the-Therapist work.
Photo of Elayne Smithffx - Elayne Smith, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Elayne Smith, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 619-8653
"
I am a highly skilled, effective, warm, and creative therapist. I work to help you get to the origins of your struggles and release them. I ground myself in evidence-based maps for lasting change, a profound belief in the human capacity to grow, and ongoing engagement in Self-of-the-Therapist work.
Photo of Elayne Smithffx - Elayne Smith, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Elayne Smith, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 619-8653

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Life Transitions
  • Self Esteem
  • Relationship Issues

Expertise

  • Adoption
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Career Counseling
  • Chronic Illness
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Men's Issues
  • Peer Relationships
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Veterans
  • Women's Issues
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I am a systemic therapist skilled in working with the complex interplay between previous life experiences and current concerns. I work to demystify patterns, heal old pain, and guide transformation. I am also a group private practice owner, clinical supervisor, and specialize in the process of professional and personal growth/reaching potential for therapists.
Photo of Elayne Smithffx - Elayne Smith, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Elayne Smith, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 619-8653
"
I am a systemic therapist skilled in working with the complex interplay between previous life experiences and current concerns. I work to demystify patterns, heal old pain, and guide transformation. I am also a group private practice owner, clinical supervisor, and specialize in the process of professional and personal growth/reaching potential for therapists.
Photo of Elayne Smithffx - Elayne Smith, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Elayne Smith, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 619-8653

Client Focus

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Group

Communities

Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied

Ethnicity

Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Group

Communities

Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied

Ethnicity

Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Attachment-Based Leadership, Self-of-the-Therapist
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Intergenerational Cycle Breaking Financial Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I lean into family systems, attachment, emotionally-focused, trauma, and somatic models of therapy. These approaches allow me to help clients (and therapists!) organize their current maps for self and others, identify and heal the issues that cause pain, burnout, or limitation, and move toward potential. My approach is human, directive, engaging, purposeful, and goal-focused.
Photo of Elayne Smithffx - Elayne Smith, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Elayne Smith, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 619-8653
"
I lean into family systems, attachment, emotionally-focused, trauma, and somatic models of therapy. These approaches allow me to help clients (and therapists!) organize their current maps for self and others, identify and heal the issues that cause pain, burnout, or limitation, and move toward potential. My approach is human, directive, engaging, purposeful, and goal-focused.
Photo of Elayne Smithffx - Elayne Smith, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Elayne Smith, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 619-8653

Groups

Meditation Instruction

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Hosted by
Elayne Smithffx

Ever wanted to know how to incorporate meditation into your life on a regular basis? We provide structured instruction in the art of Meditation. Scientific research proves this technique is effective at quieting the mind, calming emotions, and promoting deep physical relaxation. Regular practice also ameliorates the long term effects of stress on the body. Instruction includes; the benefits of meditation, your unique and personal mantra, and how to use it for maximum benefits in just 15 minutes per day.

Expertise

Anxiety
Depression
Emotional Disturbance

Types of Therapy

Integrative

Age

Adults

Group Meets

Every Mon 7 P.M. - 8 P.M.

Location

The Center for Connection, Healing & Change

12751 Marblestone Dr

Suite 200

Woodbridge, VA 22192

Email Elayne Smithffx about this group or call - (571) 619-8653

Restorative Yoga

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Elayne Smithffx

Restorative Yoga is the practice of slow moving, supported and passive postures that promote deep relaxation. The slow pace and deep breathing calm the nervous system, mitigating the effects of stress and comforting your mind and body down to the cellular level. The body is naturally able to release, letting go of held tension and stress. The greatest benefits of this practice come through not forcing yourself into a pose, but by accepting the limitations of your body and surrendering into it. This opens up space within you for self-acceptance and compassion. Class ends with guided meditation.

Group Meets

Every Thu 7:15 P.M. - 8:30 P.M.

Location

The Center for Connection, Healing & Change

12751 Marblestone Dr

Suite 200

Woodbridge, VA 22192

Email Elayne Smithffx about this group or call - (571) 619-8653

Location

Primary Location

Founder, Center for Connection, Healing & Change

3930 Walnut Street

Fairfax, VA 22030

(571) 619-8653

Email us

Website

Additional Location

The Center for Connection, Healing and Change

Falls Church, VA 22046

(571) 619-8653

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

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Accepting new clients. To schedule a free phone consultation, go to: www.cchc.as.me
Photo of Elayne Smithffx - Elayne Smith, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Elayne Smith, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (571) 619-8653
"
Accepting new clients. To schedule a free phone consultation, go to: www.cchc.as.me
Photo of Elayne Smithffx - Elayne Smith, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Elayne Smith, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (571) 619-8653