Stop and think about it! Do you feel anxious, unfulfilled, or have difficulty reaching your goals? Are you feeling depressed, perhaps experiencing suicide ideation? Depression is very difficult to manage on your own, and you won't have to when I am your therapist. Whether you are an adolescent or adult, you will have coping tools I will share with you during our sessions together at your disposal to help you feel more empowered and in greater control of your life. Would you like to become more self-aware? Our focus on mindfulness will facilitate your journey of self-realization.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist in Virginia. I specialize in providing evidence-based treatment to individuals struggling with a wide range of concerns related to psychological health and well-being. My areas of clinical expertise include the treatment of anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, body-focused repetitive behaviors (hair pulling, skin-picking, and related behaviors), emotion dysregulation, and eating disorders. I am intensively trained in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) by the Behavior Training Institute (BTTI), as well as in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) by the Linehan Institute-Behavioral Tech, LLC.

I aim to help clients learn new skills to live their best lives through individualized counseling approaches. I have experiences working with couples and individuals facing sex-related issues, and am passionate about assisting others with intimacy and gender concerns. I am experienced about helping those who have experienced trauma overcome those experiences in order to thrive. I work with individuals, couples, and families who are experiencing difficulties and challenges adjusting to new situations. I am an LGBTQ ally and kink friendly.

Kendra Jackson-Ralph is a licensed professional counselor in DC, MD, and VA. Kendra decided to take a collaborative and alternative approach to healing by studying methods used in different cultures and regions in the world to heal without the use of pharmaceutical assistance and became Mental Health Integrative Provider and a Hypnotherapist to treat the body as a whole to heal. In addition, for years she began advocating against domestic violence in relationships. She recently worked with the military community in California and was a guest speaker on KNTC 88.3 (The Heat) to educate on unhealthy relationships.

Are you struggling to connect with your partner and feeling like you are unable to get back onto the same wavelength? Have your interactions devolved into difficult or destructive patterns? Has infidelity, addiction, or loss of trust taken you to a place in your relationship where you never thought you would be? Whether a recent event has thrown your relationship off track or a disconnect has crept up over time, I can help. I want to come alongside you and your partner to help you heal and find your way back to each other.

Marissa Josiah is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 15 years of experience serving couples and families. She has studied researched-backed models in the couples therapy field (Gottman, Imago, etc) and has advanced experience treating trauma. Marissa specializes in helping couples who are fighting all the time, have experienced infidelity, past or on-going trauma, and couples who have lost that “spark” for each other. Office locations in Columbia, MD/Bethesda, MD/Alexandria, VA. Please call for a free 10 minute consultation.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in a range of concerns such as depression, anxiety, relationship issues, life transitions, acculturative stress, and grief. I work with children, adolescents, and adults and provide services both in English and Korean. I provide a warm and genuine environment in which my client feels safe and a relationship of trust can be established. I believe that in a safe and nonjudgmental space, clients can gain insight and change occurs. I am passionate about helping clients not only solve their presenting concerns, but also thrive in a meaningful life through growth and hope.

I believe that everyone has the capacity to take charge of their personal journey and transform their perspective, creating positive change. My goal is to walk the proverbial mile in the client's shoes by providing empathetic listening without judgment. Although I enjoy working with a wide variety of clients, ranging from children and families to adults and couples, I have a particular interest in the area of trauma and enjoy helping others find freedom from their pasts.

I work with a broad clientele including children ages 10+, adults, families, and couples. Anxiety disorders are a strong interest of mine. I like to collaboratively identify multiple interventions with clients who have goals related to diminishing and managing anxious symptoms. Building a trusting relationship is also important. Ideally, clients will recognize that they have a strong ally in me. I appreciate working with clients interested in learning more about their diagnosis and related symptoms, exploring how they influence them personally and inter-personally, and generally educating themselves about their mental health.

Have you been anxious or sad for a long time? Perhaps you are struggling with your marriage or feel concerned about your children? Or maybe life is presenting obstacles surrounding life transitions, social skills or substance abuse recovery? I integrate holistic and traditional treatments to improve mental health and quality of life. I will teach you specific ways to shift your thinking, assist you in creating positive experiences and make suggestions that will offer relief and reduction of symptoms.

Do you struggle with anxiety, stress, sleep issues, or depression? Are you feeling unbalanced with your work/home life? Do you often feel that you put your needs on the back burner while taking care of others? Have life transitions been difficult? Do you feel stuck and you're wanting to make changes to improve your overall well -being? Let's work together to explore ways to help you take charge of the things that are in your control. Together, we can process thoughts and feelings, while creating workable plans to improve your mood and symptom management.

Please note, given the high demand for teletherapy and the upcoming holidays, I am unable to take new clients at this time. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am passionate about helping those I work with to close the gap from where they are to where they want to be in life via individual, couples, family, group therapy, and workshops. I am welcoming of all people regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or faith. Modalities include: CBIT, EMDR, DBT, and sand tray work among others.

Is your child experiencing a decline in academics, increased anxiety or struggle with controlling their anger? With over 20 years of experience, I am equipped to handle these challenges and give you the tools to help your child be the best version of themselves. I incorporate sand tray, an expressive therapy with children or adults to create scenes of miniature worlds that reflect a person's inner thoughts, struggles and issues. I assist children & parents by teaching them coping skills, ways to improve their decision making and better navigate their lives. . We work with couples on early marital adjustment and conflict containment

FAX NUMBER is: (540) 215-7226; Currently full, email to be placed on waiting list Brooke has 25-years of experience in working with children, families, and adults within the health care system, foster care, schools, community-based services, and in outpatient practice. Brooke’s goal is to help individuals understand the impact of their thoughts on feelings and behaviors, and learn the skills to strengthen and grow as individuals. Brooke values helping individuals to build confidence, self-worth, and find happiness within ones’ own self, along with helping to support those we love.

Life can be overwhelming and sometimes we get "stuck" and need help navigating our way through tough obstacles. Therapy helps people identify, evaluate and solve problems effectively. We will work together to set goals, examine difficulties and find realistic solutions that provide relief and clarity. I utilize a warm interactive approach to treatment and incorporate empathy, honesty, and a sense of humor to create a comfortable environment. Because the way we think impacts the way we feel, individuals are taught skills to identify, challenge and modify negative thinking. In my work with couples, I provide strategies to improve communication, manage conflict and solidify trust.

Welcome *Bienvenidos* Offering bilingual services - Free consultation- ONLINE SCHEDULING (available through practice website: https://multiculturalfamilysolution.com) *Teletherapy, Traditional In-Person, or Walk/Talk Therapy Sessions* I have over 18 years of experience working in a variety of settings with adolescents, adults, couples and families. I enjoy working with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, self-esteem issues and crisis management. I provide culturally competent therapeutic approaches to help individuals heal & grow and reach their potential.

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.

The therapeutic relationship is unlike any other relationship because, for many, there are few relationships in life in which you can just focus on yourself. When you feel like you have too much on your plate, therapy allows you to come up for air, engage in meaningful self-reflection, and discover what you are made of and how you can be true to yourself going forward. I am committed to helping you dig deep and do the work necessary to break down barriers, make connections, uncover answers, and build the mental strength you need to gain, or regain, more control over your life.

I am the founder of both the Granato Group Integrative Counseling Services and the Federal Leadership Institute. For the past 20 years I have focused on providing high-quality and high-impact counseling and consulting services that utilize validated research and strength-based principles for individuals, community, the workplace and organizations. In addition, I have worked with many programs throughout the federal government, state, and local agencies to develop strategic plans and approaches, and managing culturally and functionally diverse teams to ensure programs are implemented with effective tools and techniques.

** AVAILABILITY --MARCH 2021** I use Emotionally Focused Therapy and AEDP to help couples stuck in repetitive, non-productive conflict. Focusing on couples' strengths and attachment styles, I help partners understand the normal ups and downs of attunement and misattunement, learn and practice mindfulness and emotional regulation, learn how to heal small and large ruptures and build deeper emotional and physical intimacy and trust. I have experience assisting partners repair their relationship after infidelity or breach of trust. If reconciliation is not possible, I help couples through the separation and divorce process.