Shariff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
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Anxiety, stress, depression, and addiction often go hand in hand. When life feels overwhelming, it’s common to fall into patterns of coping that provide short-term relief but long-term frustration—such as using substances, isolating, procrastinating, or escaping into screens just to get through the day. While these strategies may help in the moment, they often leave people feeling more stuck over time.
I specialize in working with people who feel caught in this cycle—racing thoughts, constant worry, low motivation, or persistent sadness—and who find themselves relying on substances, avoidance, or distraction to cope. Together, we work to understand what drives these patterns and to build healthier ways to manage emotions, stress, and daily life.
Therapy is collaborative and focused on real-life change—you don’t have to figure this out alone. If you’re ready to make a change or better understand your patterns, feel free to reach out to schedule an appointment.
Call or Email Shariff Ruffin now for a free 15 minute consultation - (571) 200-6980
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Discover, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Anthem EAP
- Anthem HealthKeepers
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cardinal Care
- CareFirst
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Cigna EAP
- ComPsych
- Medicaid
- Optum
- UnitedHealthcare Student Resources
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
Shariff Ruffin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 200-6980
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Virginia / 0904012453 Shariff Ruffin
- Attended George Mason University, Masters of Social Work
- License: Virginia Board of Social Work 0904012453 / 2020
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Shariff Ruffin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 200-6980
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Substance Use
Expertise
- Addiction
- Alcohol Use
- Anger Management
- Chronic Impulsivity
- Chronic Relapse
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Drug Abuse
- Dual Diagnosis
- Eating Disorders
- Family Conflict
- Infidelity
- Internet Addiction
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Men's Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Video Game Addiction
Shariff Ruffin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 200-6980
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Ethnicity
Black and African American
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Ethnicity
Black and African American
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
Shariff Ruffin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 200-6980
Location
Additional Location
Alexandria, VA 22315
(571) 200-6980Nearby Areas
Shariff Ruffin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (571) 200-6980