Therapists in Fairfax, VA
Beth Brocato
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030
New Patients: please contact me via email to get started! Welcome! I have deep admiration and respect for anyone willing to do the work to grow! I am well aware that the therapeutic process can be both healing and challenging as you are looking more closely at your emotional needs, thoughts, reactions, relationships, and struggles. Therefore, I highly value creating a space that feels safe, non-judgmental, and where you feel supported and validated. I understand you are bringing in personal and intimate details of your life and I treat those with the utmost respect.
New Patients: please contact me via email to get started! Welcome! I have deep admiration and respect for anyone willing to do the work to grow! I am well aware that the therapeutic process can be both healing and challenging as you are looking more closely at your emotional needs, thoughts, reactions, relationships, and struggles. Therefore, I highly value creating a space that feels safe, non-judgmental, and where you feel supported and validated. I understand you are bringing in personal and intimate details of your life and I treat those with the utmost respect.
Jenna L Duffy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22031 (Online Only)
"You may have a fresh start any time you choose, for this thing we call 'failure' is not the falling down, but the staying down." - Mary Pickford. I specialize in working with adolescents, families, and couples who are experiencing issues related to trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, depression and military issues. I help clients recognize thought patterns that are destructive to themselves and their relationships so that they can create a new version of themselves by increasing their self esteem, self worth, and by giving them strategies to overcome.
"You may have a fresh start any time you choose, for this thing we call 'failure' is not the falling down, but the staying down." - Mary Pickford. I specialize in working with adolescents, families, and couples who are experiencing issues related to trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, depression and military issues. I help clients recognize thought patterns that are destructive to themselves and their relationships so that they can create a new version of themselves by increasing their self esteem, self worth, and by giving them strategies to overcome.
Laura Grandy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030
Whether you are seeking therapy to find concrete solutions to problems that feel unmanageable, heal from past experiences, explore gender and sexuality issues, or better understand yourself and your story, Laura would be honored to be a part of your process. Laura believes every client is unique, and therefore, has an eclectic person-centered approach in working with clients. Laura uses dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, creative art therapies, and mindfulness strategies to help those in her care meet their needs, reach their treatment goals, and create change.
Whether you are seeking therapy to find concrete solutions to problems that feel unmanageable, heal from past experiences, explore gender and sexuality issues, or better understand yourself and your story, Laura would be honored to be a part of your process. Laura believes every client is unique, and therefore, has an eclectic person-centered approach in working with clients. Laura uses dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, creative art therapies, and mindfulness strategies to help those in her care meet their needs, reach their treatment goals, and create change.
Leslie M Martin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAC, MAC, CSOTP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030
Are you interested in working with a creative therapist who motivates you to progress in therapy. I use active therapies as it is appropriate and requested. I want to see you reach your potential as quickly as possible to restore health and balance to your life.
Are you interested in working with a creative therapist who motivates you to progress in therapy. I use active therapies as it is appropriate and requested. I want to see you reach your potential as quickly as possible to restore health and balance to your life.
Kelly Kramer
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPCr
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030
As a resident in counseling, I’m committed to helping people who have experienced something traumatizing in their life, people who are looking for someone to help them make sense of what has happened to them, or people who feel like they have no one to turn to for support. I have experience working with adults and adolescents who have experienced single instance and chronic trauma, interpersonal trauma, childhood/developmental trauma, domestic violence, sexual trauma, and relationship concerns.
As a resident in counseling, I’m committed to helping people who have experienced something traumatizing in their life, people who are looking for someone to help them make sense of what has happened to them, or people who feel like they have no one to turn to for support. I have experience working with adults and adolescents who have experienced single instance and chronic trauma, interpersonal trauma, childhood/developmental trauma, domestic violence, sexual trauma, and relationship concerns.
Esther Hwang
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030
Not accepting new clients
Have you been feeling overwhelmed or hopeless? Are you struggling with feelings of anger or uncertainty? Whether for you, your child, or your family, figuring out how to start the healing process can be confusing and intimidating on your own. Finding the right guidance and support can make all the difference. Through more than 18 years of service as a counselor, teacher, and children’s minister, I have cultivated a deep understanding and love for people. My areas of expertise include children and teen issues, anxiety, ADHD, parent-child relationships, grief and loss, identity issues, and life transitions.
Have you been feeling overwhelmed or hopeless? Are you struggling with feelings of anger or uncertainty? Whether for you, your child, or your family, figuring out how to start the healing process can be confusing and intimidating on your own. Finding the right guidance and support can make all the difference. Through more than 18 years of service as a counselor, teacher, and children’s minister, I have cultivated a deep understanding and love for people. My areas of expertise include children and teen issues, anxiety, ADHD, parent-child relationships, grief and loss, identity issues, and life transitions.
Maggie Maxwell
Resident in Counseling, MA
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22031 (Online Only)
If you are ready to change the way you respond to anxiety and stress, you're in the right place. I work with clients seeking long-term lifestyle changes in the way they approach uncertainty in life, being stuck in thought loops, and obsessive thinking and compulsions. In our work together, we address anxiety and depression, OCD, and/or other mental health concerns through introspection & outward action. We work together in developing insight & creative exploration of self while taking actionable steps to rebuild trust in yourself. You can learn to meet your needs & live through your values, not your fears.
If you are ready to change the way you respond to anxiety and stress, you're in the right place. I work with clients seeking long-term lifestyle changes in the way they approach uncertainty in life, being stuck in thought loops, and obsessive thinking and compulsions. In our work together, we address anxiety and depression, OCD, and/or other mental health concerns through introspection & outward action. We work together in developing insight & creative exploration of self while taking actionable steps to rebuild trust in yourself. You can learn to meet your needs & live through your values, not your fears.
Margarita Franco Mattei
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22031
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with more than 20 years experience. My areas of specialization include the assessment and treatment of anxiety disorders including: OCD, Panic Attacks, and Social Anxiety utilizing evidence based treatment approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness. My focus is on positive psychology and the development of coping skills.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with more than 20 years experience. My areas of specialization include the assessment and treatment of anxiety disorders including: OCD, Panic Attacks, and Social Anxiety utilizing evidence based treatment approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness. My focus is on positive psychology and the development of coping skills.
Shariff Ruffin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22031 (Online Only)
Lately have you felt anxious, sad or angry? And have these feelings made you feel hopeless, not good enough, or influenced you to use substances to cope? Overcoming these feelings might feel impossible to do and make you feel stuck. Many people engage in therapy to achieve peace and stop the cycle of distress. They want a therapist who can relate to them on a human level.
Lately have you felt anxious, sad or angry? And have these feelings made you feel hopeless, not good enough, or influenced you to use substances to cope? Overcoming these feelings might feel impossible to do and make you feel stuck. Many people engage in therapy to achieve peace and stop the cycle of distress. They want a therapist who can relate to them on a human level.
Tiffany Harvey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCMHC, NCC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22031 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Is your anxiety keeping you from living the life you want? Are you tired of canceling plans at the last minute, going over conversations, constantly second-guessing yourself, and feeling like things are always your fault? Is it getting harder to find the motivation to do the things you used to think were fun? Or maybe you want to finally resolve the old pain that you don't want affecting your life anymore-childhood wounds, trust issues, and trauma from the past.
Is your anxiety keeping you from living the life you want? Are you tired of canceling plans at the last minute, going over conversations, constantly second-guessing yourself, and feeling like things are always your fault? Is it getting harder to find the motivation to do the things you used to think were fun? Or maybe you want to finally resolve the old pain that you don't want affecting your life anymore-childhood wounds, trust issues, and trauma from the past.
Janene Pack
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030
Are you a teenager or young adult struggling to connect with others? Is your anxiety so crippling it interferes with the quality of your life? Do you find that you lack social skills development and would like the chance to learn new skills and have support? You are not alone! Through the group process we can help you understand these struggles, learn new skills, and practice connecting with peers within the safety of a group that understands what you are going through and in turn can help you lead a more fulfilling life.
Are you a teenager or young adult struggling to connect with others? Is your anxiety so crippling it interferes with the quality of your life? Do you find that you lack social skills development and would like the chance to learn new skills and have support? You are not alone! Through the group process we can help you understand these struggles, learn new skills, and practice connecting with peers within the safety of a group that understands what you are going through and in turn can help you lead a more fulfilling life.
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PhD, NCSP
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22031
I am here to help children, teens and their parents develop well-being during these very stressful times. Raising children is hard; raising children who have ADHD, relationship difficulties, anxiety, learning issues, and/or depression is even harder. Parents need help and so do their kids. Therapy and coaching offer a venue to express feelings, practice new skills, and establish new ways of connecting with one another. I have also traveled extensively and completed my doctoral research on acculturation, academic stress, and burnout and have a unique interest and skill set in serving families returning to the US from abroad.
I am here to help children, teens and their parents develop well-being during these very stressful times. Raising children is hard; raising children who have ADHD, relationship difficulties, anxiety, learning issues, and/or depression is even harder. Parents need help and so do their kids. Therapy and coaching offer a venue to express feelings, practice new skills, and establish new ways of connecting with one another. I have also traveled extensively and completed my doctoral research on acculturation, academic stress, and burnout and have a unique interest and skill set in serving families returning to the US from abroad.
Cortney Elaine Achord
Resident in Counseling, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030 (Online Only)
Life is complicated and sometimes stops us in our tracks. Challenges in relationships, life transitions, and events can leave us feeling stuck and uncertain at times. Having a safe, nonjudgemental space to process these struggles is what I aim to provide my clients. It takes great courage to engage in therapy and I hope to build on that strength to help each client reach their full potential.
Life is complicated and sometimes stops us in our tracks. Challenges in relationships, life transitions, and events can leave us feeling stuck and uncertain at times. Having a safe, nonjudgemental space to process these struggles is what I aim to provide my clients. It takes great courage to engage in therapy and I hope to build on that strength to help each client reach their full potential.
Elizabeth M. Nielsen
LPC Intern, MAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030
In life, we all experience times of change and uncertainty. It is common to question our decisions and feel lost as we search for our purpose. This can lead to feelings of stress, anxiety, grief, and loss. I am committed to helping military service members, Veterans, and their families through the transitions of life. Using a compassionate and evidence-based approach, I provide support to individuals aged six and up who are facing grief, loss, and other challenges.
In life, we all experience times of change and uncertainty. It is common to question our decisions and feel lost as we search for our purpose. This can lead to feelings of stress, anxiety, grief, and loss. I am committed to helping military service members, Veterans, and their families through the transitions of life. Using a compassionate and evidence-based approach, I provide support to individuals aged six and up who are facing grief, loss, and other challenges.
Christine Monpoint Marsan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CGCS
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22031
Not accepting new clients
Do you desire to feel more connected to others but find yourself lonely? Do you want to regain motivation, but notice you are easily overwhelmed? Are you trying to cope, but still grieving the loss of a loved one? If so, you do not have to do it alone. I am a licensed clinical social worker with experience in treating anxiety, depression, serious mental illness, trauma, and grief for individuals 13 and older.
Do you desire to feel more connected to others but find yourself lonely? Do you want to regain motivation, but notice you are easily overwhelmed? Are you trying to cope, but still grieving the loss of a loved one? If so, you do not have to do it alone. I am a licensed clinical social worker with experience in treating anxiety, depression, serious mental illness, trauma, and grief for individuals 13 and older.
Lindsay Bowling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSAC, CCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030 (Online Only)
Are you feeling stuck and unsure how to move past the roadblocks in your path? Are you ready to make positive changes in your life and move forward? Whether you or someone you love is struggling with anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, relationship conflicts, perfectionism, test anxiety, ADHD, school/ work avoidance, mild substance abuse, chronic illness, or having difficulty adjusting to a new situation, you are not alone. Although things are difficult now, it does not have to be this way forever. My goal is to help you be your best self to reach your full potential.
Are you feeling stuck and unsure how to move past the roadblocks in your path? Are you ready to make positive changes in your life and move forward? Whether you or someone you love is struggling with anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, relationship conflicts, perfectionism, test anxiety, ADHD, school/ work avoidance, mild substance abuse, chronic illness, or having difficulty adjusting to a new situation, you are not alone. Although things are difficult now, it does not have to be this way forever. My goal is to help you be your best self to reach your full potential.
Madisen Moody
Resident in Counseling, MA, LPC-R
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22031
I attended Marymount University for graduate school where she graduated a year early with a focus in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Madisen‘s specialties include Severe Mental Illness and Trauma related disorders. What is Severe Mental Illness (SMI) and Forensic populations, you may ask? SMI includes Schizophrenia Spectrum Disorders, Personality Disorders, and Bipolar Disorders, etc. Madisen also enjoys working with the forensically connected populations, specifically, those adjudicated Not Guilty by Reasonable Insanity (NGRI) and Unrestorably Incompetent to Stand Trial (URIST).
I attended Marymount University for graduate school where she graduated a year early with a focus in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Madisen‘s specialties include Severe Mental Illness and Trauma related disorders. What is Severe Mental Illness (SMI) and Forensic populations, you may ask? SMI includes Schizophrenia Spectrum Disorders, Personality Disorders, and Bipolar Disorders, etc. Madisen also enjoys working with the forensically connected populations, specifically, those adjudicated Not Guilty by Reasonable Insanity (NGRI) and Unrestorably Incompetent to Stand Trial (URIST).
Alessia McIntosh
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030
Are you seeking positive change in your life? I am a counselor working under supervision who is passionate about supporting individuals as they navigate challenges and obstacles that arise in their lives. Through a journey of self-acceptance and self-awareness we will collaborate together to take action-oriented steps towards your personal goals in a safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental environment.
Are you seeking positive change in your life? I am a counselor working under supervision who is passionate about supporting individuals as they navigate challenges and obstacles that arise in their lives. Through a journey of self-acceptance and self-awareness we will collaborate together to take action-oriented steps towards your personal goals in a safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental environment.
Hyesun Jeong
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MPhilEd, MSEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22031 (Online Only)
Do you remember a time when you were calm and at peace? Has it been difficult to see the light ahead of you and find ways to get back on track in your life? What if you can get on that path you envisioned and able to return to your previous level of functioning? I believe we all have stories to tell and your story matters. I understand that it can be quiet challenging and scary to know at which point you felt lost in control of your life. It can be even scarier to know whom to rely on or whom to open up to during this most critical time.
Do you remember a time when you were calm and at peace? Has it been difficult to see the light ahead of you and find ways to get back on track in your life? What if you can get on that path you envisioned and able to return to your previous level of functioning? I believe we all have stories to tell and your story matters. I understand that it can be quiet challenging and scary to know at which point you felt lost in control of your life. It can be even scarier to know whom to rely on or whom to open up to during this most critical time.
Jenna Cataldi
Licensed Professional Counselor, ATR-BC, CSTIP
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030
Waitlist for new clients
Therapy can be scary. It takes a lot of courage to seek support. As a therapist, I believe art making provides another language to communicate and process life experiences that are difficult to verbalize. Mark making represents evidence of our existence, and having a witness to your story is a powerful first step.
Therapy can be scary. It takes a lot of courage to seek support. As a therapist, I believe art making provides another language to communicate and process life experiences that are difficult to verbalize. Mark making represents evidence of our existence, and having a witness to your story is a powerful first step.
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Number of Therapists in Fairfax, VA
1,000+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Fairfax, VA who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
88% | Depression |
78% | Self Esteem |
72% | Coping Skills |
71% | Relationship Issues |
67% | Trauma and PTSD |
62% | Stress |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
74% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
63% | Cigna and Evernorth |
58% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Fairfax, VA see their clients
58% | In Person and Online | |
42% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
84% | Female | |
15% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Fairfax?
Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.