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 (PhD) who specializes in treating personality, sleep, mood, and anxiety disorders. As a preferred provider for the Virginia Health Practitioner Monitoring Program, I also have experience working with impaired professionals in high-level positions as well as psychologists and psychotherapists. I provide teletherapy (PSYPACT member) as well as clinical supervision for other mental health professionals. I completed my clinical training at Penn State and the University of Pennsylvania and have four physical office locations in the DC area (Arlington, Gaithersburg, Germantown, & Frederick).

Welcome and thank you for taking the time to learn about my practice. Seeking professional support and guidance is a tremendous strength and an indication that you are proactive in making changes in your life. I became a clinical social worker 15 years ago because I truly enjoy the experience of supporting people through difficult times and life transitions. My style is friendly, non-judgmental, sensitive, and straightforward. Our sessions will be interactive, with me asking questions, listening to your responses, and providing insight, support and constructive feedback. I look forward to the possibility of us working together.

Empowerment Counseling Center (ECC) is an outpatient mental health treatment facility that serves individuals, families, and groups with coping with everyday stressors as well as unresolved traumas they may have experienced. ECC was formed in 2013 by a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience whom saw a growing need to aid individuals in restoring balance to their overwhelming life.

Hello! Thank you for visiting my page and for considering me for your mental health needs. I am a licensed clinical psychologist in Virginia. Antiracist and identity-affirming practice is very important to me. I help clients navigate mood-related concerns (e.g., anxiety and depression), relationship issues, identity conflicts, and family of origin issues, among others. Seeking out mental health services requires courage and a desire to change. I try to honor this courage by working hard to be present, warm, and responsive every time we meet. Accelerated experiential dynamic psychotherapy (AEDP) informs my work.

*I am not taking any new patients at this time, however I do have a waiting list* *I AM ONLY DOING TELETHERAPY, and can provide therapy across the state* I have 15 years of experience working in a variety of settings. My goal as a psychotherapist is to be non-judgmental and highlight the strength of a person as a way to process through trauma and life events. Additionally, I incorporate a variety of techniques in order to empower clients, promote and identify resiliency, and identify/rebuild strengths.

I am committed to helping people - especially those with depression, anxiety, and eating disorders - understand themselves better so they can achieve a greater sense of fulfillment and satisfaction in life. I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families to reduce symptoms, develop healthy relationships, improve communication, and support self-realization. I believe that a safe, trusting, and collaborative relationship with a therapist can help people learn new ways of being that provide benefits throughout their lives. I use a certified Therapy Dog in-session to foster connection and safety in the therapeutic relationship.

I provide a safe space for connection, reflection, and learning. I prioritize the development of the therapeutic relationship in order to work together toward the client's goals. The client feeling safe and supported is my priority. As a veteran myself, I welcome members of military and law enforcement communities.

**Note: I am not currently accepting new patients.** We are all in trouble. Some of us are anxious, trying to avoid trouble at all costs. Some of us start trouble with loved ones for reasons we can't understand. Some of us get into trouble at school or at work. And many of us are troubled by past traumas that we can't seem to shake. My aim in therapy is to partner with you around your goals and your values, to figure out what's worth your time and trouble. Therapy is a time, just for you, to heal and grow at your own pace.

Pain, fear, hopelessness. These are all emotions that we face at some point in our lives. As a trained counselor, my goal is to help people find the light of hope that keeps us pressing through the hard times in life. I specialize in tailoring my counseling approach to the unique strengths of each individual, while using a holistic approach to assist clients in overcoming personal struggles. I work with adults and adolescents going through various struggles and life stages and with women who are struggling to overcome the effects of a traumatic or challenging childhood.

Hello, my name is Kia Simpkins. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who desires to assist children, individuals, families, and couples in receiving the tools needed to be healed, whole, and free from obstacles that have hindered their journey. I have worked in various mental health settings some include: Intensive in-home , crisis intervention, outpatient therapy, and developmental services. I have specializations in anxiety, depression, trauma, veterans, grief, relationship counseling, and integrating the Christian faith/Biblical perspective into treatment.

I currently specialize in helping children and families address and resolve the various issues which interfere with a satisfying personal and family life. I welcome adults who are struggling with the challenges of parenting and have developed innovative and effective methods to assist in the ongoing self development of the parent. I work extensively with couples who are seeking a deepening connection and increased vitality. I am earnestly collaborative in my clinical style and bring 35 years of experience and training to my efforts to be a truly competent and conscious therapist/helper.

I believe that anyone who has the desire to change has the power to change. I am passionate about helping my clients become the best version of themselves. I am results-oriented, and get my greatest fulfillment from my clients experiencing positive outcomes. I strive to provide a safe, nurturing environment where my clients feel heard, understood, and accepted. I have experience with with a variety of mental and emotional challenges, and enjoy working with adults and older teens. I am dedicated to providing a holistic approach and focus on whole-person wellness.

I hold licenses in both Professional Counseling and Marriage and Family Therapy, I provide individual, couple, family and group counseling for children and adults. I offer workshops and psycho educational classes for parenting, family core values, healthful eating and individual empowerment, all have been well received with positive outcomes. I use various evidenced based therapuetic modalities and I believe in a compassionate approach during the therapuetic process. I am also committed to helping each individal connect with their innate core value. I am a Certified Grief Counseling Specialist, and a Resident Supervisor.

No, you're not crazy and there’s nothing fundamentally wrong with you! Relationships require work but maybe you’re working harder than ever and still coming up short. Still left feeling overwhelmed with emotion or anxious, angry, and confused. I get it, it's challenging, but it doesn't have to be a constant balancing act in which you’re trying to effectively manage your career, social life, family, or dating, constantly shifting yet never feeling steady. Maybe you’ve had some life transitions –a new job, recent relocation, the loss of a loved one. Change shouldn't have to feel like you'll break down at any moment.

We all have places where we struggle. We all have behaviors or emotions that limit us in living our most fulfilled and joyous life. Sometimes we need help making changes. Together we will explore what you want within yourself and your relationships to create positive changes.

Hayley Dodd is a Licensed Professional Counselor with extensive experience working with children, families, and adults in both private and non-profit sectors of the mental health field. She specializes in working with clients coping with trauma, issues of loss and change, anxiety, depression, and the essential human tasks of: self-development, growth in relationships, and discovering meaning and purpose.

Change is hard. And it takes courage. As a therapist I create a safe space, free of judgment, where your pain and suffering can be accepted, understood - and healed. My approach builds on the strengths and resiliency of my clients. I will not try to fit you into a single theoretical framework. What I do is tailored to each unique individual, based on thorough assessment, using the best of evidence-based therapeutic methods.