Melinda McGarvey

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW

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Melinda McGarvey

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW (she, her)

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109 Oronoco Street Alexandria, VA 22314

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Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, frustrated or misunderstood? Do you ever feel exhausted or resentful from trying to make sure everyone else is happy, trying to keep from rocking the boat and consistently putting off the things you want? Are you a high-achiever who has met all the qualifications and still feels nagging self-doubt? If you want to feel safer and more confident interacting with others, I would like to help you understand your emotions and improve balance and connection in your relationships. My therapy style is open, warm and collaborative, and I create space for you to feel truly accepted, present and hopeful.

Utilizing a variety of therapeutic interventions, together we can “re-wire” negative thoughts and get you “un-stuck” from problematic patterns. This helps foster self-acceptance, self-compassion and enhances well-being. If you want to accelerate your healing, I can give you exercises and resources tailored to reinforce what is discovered in sessions.

My experience living in and working with military and Foreign Service communities provides me unique insight to help people work through transitional issues. I have extensive experience helping people identify and build on their strengths, which helps them improve relationships, build skills to cope with future challenges and feel more confident overall.

Call or Email Melinda McGarvey now for a free 15 minute consultation - (571) 200-7697

My Practice at a Glance

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109 Oronoco Street

Alexandria, VA 22314 map

(571) 200-7697

M Street

Washington, DC 20057 map

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I have availability to meet during daytime hours in my office in Old Town, Alexandria, or via telehealth for clients in DC, FL, TX and VA.

I specialize in Marital and Premarital, Anxiety and Anger Management

$200 Per Session

I see individuals and couples

I see clients in my office in Old Town, Alexandria, and I am also licensed to provide telehealth services for clients in DC, FL, TX and VA.

Let's Connect (571) 200-7697

My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for in-person and online therapy.

109 Oronoco Street

Alexandria, VA 22314 map

(571) 200-7697

M Street

Washington, DC 20057 map

My website

I have availability to meet during daytime hours in my office in Old Town, Alexandria, or via telehealth for clients in DC, FL, TX and VA.

I specialize in Marital and Premarital, Anxiety and Anger Management

$200 Per Session

I see individuals and couples

I see clients in my office in Old Town, Alexandria, and I am also licensed to provide telehealth services for clients in DC, FL, TX and VA.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $200
Couple Sessions $250

Payment Methods

Cash, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Out of Network

I am not in-network with any insurance, and I can provide a superbill that clients can submit for reimbursement of any out-of-network that may be included in their plan. Please reach out with any questions.

Melinda McGarvey

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 200-7697

Melinda McGarvey

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 200-7697

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Virginia / 0904012560 Melinda McGarvey

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 9 years

Attended Indiana University, MSW

Additional Credentials

License: District of Columbia LC50082620 / 2020

License: Texas 108043 / 2023

I have completed Level 3 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, and I am in a year-long training in The Developmental Model. I utilize Gottman tools in my work with individuals and couples, and I am also trained in EMDR and IFS.

Melinda McGarvey

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 200-7697

Melinda McGarvey

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 200-7697

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Marital and Premarital
Anxiety
Anger Management

Expertise

Career Counseling
Codependency
Family Conflict
Lesbian
LGBTQ+
Life Transitions
Men's Issues
Peer Relationships
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Veterans
Women's Issues

I help people work through anxiety related to relationships, perfectionism and people-pleasing. I realize people have busy lives and the idea of starting therapy and adding one more thing to the list can be overwhelming. I will work with you to find the timing and frequency of sessions that feels most helpful for what is going on for you, and we can adjust as your needs change.

Melinda McGarvey

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 200-7697

Melinda McGarvey

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 200-7697

6 Endorsements

Whitney Spears

Psychologist, PsyD

Melinda is a warm, collaborative therapist. She is skilled and passionate in working folks struggling with relationships, perfectionism, boundaries, self-esteem, and communication. I highly recommend her!

Kathleen Otero

Counselor, MAEd, LPC

Melinda is such a compassionate and strengths-based therapist, skilled in helping her clients understand what is keeping them stuck and work towards change.

Lauren Fisher

Psychologist, PsyD

Jessica Hope

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

I trust Melinda as a skilled, compassionate therapist. Her balance of warmth and insight helps clients feel seen and supported, while her expertise in Gottman and IFS creates real growth in relationships and self-confidence.

Zack Goldman

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Melinda is friendly, approachable, and easy to talk to. She comes across as thoughtful and engaged, and she creates the kind of presence that helps people feel quickly at ease.

Lorraine M. Harpur

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LCMFT

Melinda is an exceptional therapist whom I highly recommend. She creates a warm, welcoming, and collaborative environment where clients feel supported as they navigate anxiety, anger, and relationship challenges.

Client Focus

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Communities

Aviation Professionals ,

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Communities

Aviation Professionals ,

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Attachment-based
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Compassion Focused
Eclectic
EMDR
Gottman Method
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Motivational Interviewing
Person-Centered
Positive Psychology
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Somatic
Strength-Based
The Developmental Model for Couples Therapy

I enjoy helping clients identify strengths they may have and undervalue, and helping them apply their strengths to more challenging areas of their lives. I incorporate principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Attachment Theory and more to tailor treatment to support each client's unique needs.

Melinda McGarvey

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 200-7697

Melinda McGarvey

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 200-7697

Location

Primary Location

109 Oronoco Street

Alexandria, VA 22314

(571) 200-7697

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Additional Location

M Street

Washington, DC 20057

(571) 200-7697

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I have availability to meet during daytime hours in my office in Old Town, Alexandria, or via telehealth for clients in DC, FL, TX and VA.

Melinda McGarvey

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW

Call for a free consultation now - (571) 200-7697

I have availability to meet during daytime hours in my office in Old Town, Alexandria, or via telehealth for clients in DC, FL, TX and VA.

Melinda McGarvey

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW

Call for a free consultation now - (571) 200-7697

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