Family Therapy in 20151

Counseling/Coaching is a journey of trust, hope, healing and change - through the mind, body, and soul. Whether you are dealing with a break-up, separation, family/life issues, life disappointments, change, depression, anxiety, or any other emotional disturbance or any other personal challenge, I would like to come along side you to help guide you through it. Make shifts in your mind and life that will serve you and change your life in ways you never thought could be. My goal is to come alongside clients in experiencing grace and transformation by learning how to let go of performance-based thinking

MindWell Psychology is a boutique practice that specializes in testing and diagnosing learning disabilities with an emphasis on dyslexia and ADHD. We also have a group of specialized child/adolescent psychologists who work with depression, anxiety, ADHD, and family issues. MindWell provides the gold standard in testing reports and recommendations. We will work with your family personally and with expertise.

Navigating through life's challenges and transitions can be overwhelming and therapy provides a safe space to explore your thoughts and feelings. Learn new ways of looking at the world and identify areas of growth and healthy coping techniques to utilize. My name is Racheal and i am a Licensed Professional Counselor with more that 7+ yrs of experience. I work with young adults, adults and adolescents with a range of challenges to include , anxiety, self harm, depression, ADD , ADHD , life stressors, relationship challenges, low self esteem, women's issues i.e PMDD and pregnancy loss, work stressors and challenging family dynamics.

Having personally experienced the healing effects of therapy, I hope to be able to help others find the same. As a therapist with a background in eduction, and a mother of five children, I have dealt with numerous life experiences and challenges. We all experience stages in life when we struggle to understand our, or perhaps others', feelings or behaviors, and need help processing "life". In helping clients find healthy patterns, understand others, deal with unexpected grief, and find new perspectives, I have seen many clients find peace and clarity, ultimately transforming their lives for the better.

**TeleHealth Counseling Available!** I bring authentic listening joined with the power of hope into the counseling relationship. When life brings its seasons of challenges and difficulties, I am confident that a road traveled together is the beginning of change. I believe in the uniqueness of individuals and without judgment, bring faith for the faithful and faithless. I compassionately help those struggling with relationship conflicts, self-esteem issues, trauma, addictions, partners suffering from sexual abuse, depression, anxiety, grief, shame and spiritual brokenness.

Hello, my ideal client would be someone who is looking for a listening ear, someone who is open to self-evaluations, and is ready to make the first step towards reaching their mental health goals. I enjoy working with all individuals in many different areas, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, relationship issues, familial issues, and many other areas. For my life coaching services I specialize in confidence coaching, business coaching, and relationship coaching.

Life does have many stressful issues like loss, relationship dynamics, family conflict, work concerns, divorce, and medical crisis. These types of stressors greatly influence our ability to cope with our everyday responsibilities. My focus in therapy is to identify your current stressors and how they can either be resolved or develop the ability to decrease the severity of symptoms. Together, we will develop goals and steps tailored to you. I primarily work with couples with a Gottman based approach. I am also able to treat adult mental health issues regarding depression, anxiety and I welcome the opportunity to work with you!

Dear reader, whether you are initiating services with me, or continuing your mental health journey, know that you are still taking steps in the right direction to cater to your mental health needs! As a therapist I develop a relaxed and judgment-free environment to build a healthy and supportive therapeutic relationship with you. I use cultural sensitivity, ethics, & evidence-based practices to address Depressive Disorders, Self-injurious Behavior, Anxiety/Bipolar Disorders, Anger/Stress Management, Grief, PTSD, Substance Abuse, and some Trauma. I am experienced in working with families, children 5-17, couples, and elderly clients.

Do you long to be seen, heard, and understood? Do you feel tired of living up to others' expectations? Do you feel shame or guilt and wonder if others will accept you if you take off your mask? Do you wonder who you are or what you are living for? Perhaps life dealt you an unexpected blow. Or you are about to embark on a new stage of life that seems exciting and scary at the same time. I offer my presence to walk alongside you, whatever your challenge may be, on your journey to wholeness. There is hope.

In a world where many feel their life is out of control or in chaose, I offer a safe place to attain a new sense of serenity through common sense counseling. I specialize in helping adults and adolescents untangle and overcome life's disappointments and difficult experiences by offering new perspectives, and new coping strategies through a Christian worldview. My goal is to help the hurting identify the origin of their pain, suffering and damaging behaviors and to find a new, life-long sense of emotional sobriety and overall good health.

Monica Barrett focuses on delivering behavioral health care in efforts to increase individuals sense of self worth again. She is also very compassionate in providing individual, couples, family and group therapy. Monica's areas of expertise include addictions, mood and anxiety disorders, behavioral and cognitive disorders. She has extensive experience working with the military community, children, adolescents and a special interest in helping individuals with past trauma. The practice of integrated health encompasses not only assessment and treatment of mental health, but also focuses on general physical and nutritional well-being.

Hello! My name is Avis Edwards. I’m a Licensed Resident in Counseling. I have 14 years of experience in the behavioral health field working with children, adolescents, and adults with varying mental health and co-occurring disorders. I provide culturally sensitive individual, family, group psychotherapy, and crisis counseling.

I am a person-centered counselor who uses a variety of individual, group, and substance abuse counseling techniques to get the clients that are in treatment. Some of the counseling skills that will be focused on are motivational interviewing, Screening and assessment tools that focus on dynamic risk factors, Cognitive-Behavioral Approach, Skill Train with Directed Practices, and components of positive psychology. I am now serving the DC, MD and VA area. Contact me if you think that we could be a good fit!

Sometimes it can feel like our lives are out of control or that our emotions get the best of us. Danielle is passionate about empowering clients through identifying thought patterns, negative emotions and behavioral patterns. As a trained EMDR therapist, she can also help you deal with past traumas that are still impacting you today.

My clinical experience includes the areas of community-based counseling, residential treatment, private counseling, autism spectrum disorders, and crisis intervention, trauma informed care and working with individuals who struggle with self-harming behaviors, depression, anxiety, marriage and family therapy as well as members of the LGBTQ population.

Hello, I'm Shannah, a Licensed Masters Social Worker specializing in mental health with 12 years of experience working with adolescents (ages 13 and above) and adults in group counseling, family/marriage counseling, individual counseling, trauma therapy, grief counseling, crisis intervention and eating disorders. Thank you for taking the first step and for allowing me to be part of this very important journey with you! I look forward to meeting you! I am fully committed to listen and provide a safe, ethical and supportive place so that we can develop a treatment plan centered on “you” and “your specific needs.”

Virginia Support Services is a Mental Health Skill-Building Service that provides behavioral and mental health training and support services to individuals with mental, behavioral, or emotional impairments in major life activities by supporting an individual's level of functioning and promoting his/her autonomy. The program offers supportive services to individuals and families in their homes and communities. Clinicians assist with training the individual to understand and cope with the challenges of having a mental, behavioral, or emotional disability.

Is your child struggling with behavior or have anxiety that is more than normal? A teenager who is moody and withdrawn? Or are you struggling as a parent on how to help your child? At Crossroads Family Counseling Center we have successfully worked with children and families over 30 years to improve relationships, manage intense behaviors and feelings and help create peace and stability among all family members.

Depression, Anxiety, Autism, ADHD, and Learning Disabilities take a toll on relationships and your ability to live a fulfilling life. If you have been thinking about seeking help to manage challenges, I'm dedicated to helping you and your family solve problems, enhance relationships, and create a life worth living.