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Dr. Mindi Kessler

Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCMFT

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Alexandria, VA 22302
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I work with high functioning people who are ready for deep personal growth. Many people who reach out to me are suffering in multiple areas of their life, but they don’t know why. They often struggle in relationships, with parenting, socially, professionally, and are filled with self-doubt. Many also have chronic health challenges. My gift is my ability to help people understand how their childhood wounds are at play and guide them through the deep work necessary to heal unresolved traumas so they can be free to live a meaningful and joyful life where they feel grounded, peaceful, and powerful.
I’m the one people come to when they are ready to stop hurting and are willing to dive into deep work rapidly. I listen carefully to clients and can quickly understand why they are struggling. The approach I use considers the mind, body and spirit and is based on principles of EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, Logosynthesis, Inner Child Healing, and belief work.
I have experienced my own transformation while recovering from extensive childhood trauma, described in my book Cycle Breaker: A Guide To Transcending Childhood Trauma. I hold deep compassion for people who have suffered and I know what’s possible when people commit to doing whatever it takes to find their way out of the darkness.
Call or Dr. Mindi Kessler now for a free 15 minute consultation - (785) 608-3321

My Practice at a Glance

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Mindi Kessler, Ph.D.

Alexandria, VA 22302

(785) 608-3321
My website
I support clients through 1:1 work, group work and teach a variety of personal growth courses. See my website for all my offerings.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Chronic Illness 
$350 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (785) 608-3321
Photo of Dr. Mindi Kessler, Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCMFT

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Mindi Kessler, Ph.D.

Alexandria, VA 22302

(785) 608-3321
My website
I support clients through 1:1 work, group work and teach a variety of personal growth courses. See my website for all my offerings.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Chronic Illness 
$350 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $350

Payment Methods

Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Paypal, Visa

Insurance

  • Claims submitted as a
  • Non-contact Provider
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Clients commit to working with me for 10 sessions at a time. My 10 session package is $3500.
Photo of Dr. Mindi Kessler, Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCMFT
Dr. Mindi Kessler
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (785) 608-3321
"
Clients commit to working with me for 10 sessions at a time. My 10 session package is $3500.
Photo of Dr. Mindi Kessler, Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCMFT
Dr. Mindi Kessler
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (785) 608-3321

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Kansas / LCMFT 227 Mindi Kessler
    License state differs from primary location state.
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 29 years
  • Attended Kansas State University, Ph.D., Graduated 2002
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: Virginia Board Of Counseling 0717002585 / 2026
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I have extensive training in EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and Logosynthesis. Though I no longer work with children and teens, I have a great depth of experience working with youth, adoption, and families, which makes me a valuable resource to those struggling with parenting.
Photo of Dr. Mindi Kessler, Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCMFT
Dr. Mindi Kessler
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (785) 608-3321
"
I have extensive training in EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and Logosynthesis. Though I no longer work with children and teens, I have a great depth of experience working with youth, adoption, and families, which makes me a valuable resource to those struggling with parenting.
Photo of Dr. Mindi Kessler, Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCMFT
Dr. Mindi Kessler
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (785) 608-3321

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Anxiety
  • Chronic Illness

Expertise

  • Anger Management
  • Body Image
  • Cancer
  • Childhood trauma
  • Chronic Pain
  • Codependency
  • Divorce
  • Grief
  • Infertility
  • Life Coaching
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Perfectionism
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Veterans
  • Women's Issues
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I work with people who are cycle breakers. People who are motivated to break generational patterns, to rise above their challenges and create a life they love are people who benefit from what I have to offer. Clients often find me in the midst of their "dark night of the soul" - they know there is more to life and want my help to get in touch with who they truly are. This is soul-level work.
Photo of Dr. Mindi Kessler, Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCMFT
Dr. Mindi Kessler
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (785) 608-3321
"
I work with people who are cycle breakers. People who are motivated to break generational patterns, to rise above their challenges and create a life they love are people who benefit from what I have to offer. Clients often find me in the midst of their "dark night of the soul" - they know there is more to life and want my help to get in touch with who they truly are. This is soul-level work.
Photo of Dr. Mindi Kessler, Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCMFT
Dr. Mindi Kessler
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (785) 608-3321

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Immuno-disorders
Lesbian Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent

Religion

Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Immuno-disorders
Lesbian Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent

Religion

Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Coaching
  • EMDR
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Positive Psychology
  • Trauma Focused
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The work I do helps clients get to the root cause of their suffering, which is almost always unresolved trauma from childhood. I've developed my own approach which incorporates aspects of EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, Logosynthesis, inner child healing, and more. I also work to equip clients with a menu of tools to use outside of our sessions.
Photo of Dr. Mindi Kessler, Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCMFT
Dr. Mindi Kessler
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (785) 608-3321
"
The work I do helps clients get to the root cause of their suffering, which is almost always unresolved trauma from childhood. I've developed my own approach which incorporates aspects of EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, Logosynthesis, inner child healing, and more. I also work to equip clients with a menu of tools to use outside of our sessions.
Photo of Dr. Mindi Kessler, Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCMFT
Dr. Mindi Kessler
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (785) 608-3321

Location

Primary Location

Mindi Kessler, Ph.D.

Alexandria, VA 22302

(785) 608-3321
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I support clients through 1:1 work, group work and teach a variety of personal growth courses. See my website for all my offerings.
Photo of Dr. Mindi Kessler, Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCMFT
Dr. Mindi Kessler
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (785) 608-3321
"
I support clients through 1:1 work, group work and teach a variety of personal growth courses. See my website for all my offerings.
Photo of Dr. Mindi Kessler, Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCMFT
Dr. Mindi Kessler
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (785) 608-3321