Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) Therapists in Locust Grove, VA

As a combat veteran of the U.S. Army, I take pride and specialize in working with members of the military, veterans and their families. I also specialize in working with adults, couples, families and children. I have considerable experience in working with those experiencing symptoms of PTSD, stress, depression, anxiety, & mood disorders. Counseling may improve your physical, mental, spiritual well-being, as well as personal and professional relationships. My goal is to make the counseling process as welcoming as possible in a collaborative way that can serve to further uncover your mental & emotional challenges and strengths.

Alexis Bahnmaier is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Virginia with over 12 years of experience working with clients that struggle with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and trauma. She also specializes in helping individuals in the LGBTQIA+ community work through questions of gender, sexuality, identity, as well as the social prejudices and anxieties associated with family, friends, and workplaces. Alexis earned her Master's degree in Social Work from Florida State University and implements a warm counseling style that is interactive, and heavily client-centered.

Sometimes life brings you challenges that may wear you down and keep you standing still. You might be experiencing an array of emotions such as anxiety, fear, irrational thoughts, chronic pain, or low self-esteem that have become heavy and overwhelming. The negative emotions you are experiencing may be making your life difficult to maneuver. You may even be experiencing challenging life changes or transitions and need some support to help as you traverse the path. This is where the counseling process may help find the hope, strength, and the courage needed to motivate you to move in right direction and find harmony in your life.

The hardest part about counseling is making that first call and setting the appointment - especially when you're struggling emotionally or relationally. I would like the opportunity to help you. I enjoy collaborating with individuals, couples and families in a confidential and respectful setting. You will gain meaningful insight, practical skills, and achieve positive growth. I am dedicated to helping clients improve the quality and satisfaction of their lives and relationships. I am passionate about healthy marriages and families and especially enjoys working with couples.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in North Carolina, Virginia, and Florida. We are faced with so many obstacles in life that we never expected. Sometimes it is difficult navigating different stages in our life, we have challenges within our relationships, or we are being pulled in so many different directions, we don't know where to start. Then there are those moments that are so heavy and we are exhausted from carrying the burden all on our own. This can make us feel lost and overwhelmed. My approach to therapy is centered around you and your needs. I am here to help you navigate those unexpected obstacles.

As a therapist, I provide a safe space for you to explore your potential, heal from past wounds, better manage stressors, and develop an actionable plan to work towards the goals you wish to pursue. I work with adults and adolescents (age 16+) and specialize in working with individuals who are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma recovery, parenting challenges, or who are coping with relational, medical, and/or life stressors. I utilize a strengths-based approach with an emphasis on cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused interventions.

I am a Master’s Level trained, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and psychotherapist with a background in Geriatric counseling and Family Counseling. My background includes in-depth training and experience with multiple therapeutic modalities. Clinically and personally, I bring a broad-range of experience to my practice. My work can be described as being inclusive of individual and group psychotherapy with people from varying backgrounds, age, races, genders, and sexual preferences.

Dr. Kelly Kit, Psy.D. is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who specializes in working with adolescents and adults. Since 2010, she has provided individual, group, and family therapy. She practices from a strength's based approach, utilizing insight-based therapy along with cognitive-behavioral techniques to promote growth in clients. Dr. Kit takes an integrative approach to therapy in order to meet each client's needs by using solution-focused, multi-cultural, attachment-based, and client-centered therapies.

Experienced Telehealth for Northern Virginia/DC. Extensive experience working with issues that families and individuals who are employed with the State Department, Foreign Service, as well as Active duty. Confidential, compassionate and skilled guidance for those struggling to cope with the many psychological stresses of life including: anxiety, depression, addiction, career changes, and difficult family relationships, separation and divorce. Find ease and connection with family psychotherapy—to include adult siblings and parents. My approach is creative and solution-focused based on the needs and goals of each individual or family.

Aimee is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over two decades of experience helping all types of clients improve the quality of their relationships with others and themselves. She specializes in depression, anxiety, stress, life transitions, women's issues, relationship issues, family problems, and much more.

I want to start by saying kudos to you for putting yourself out here and looking for a therapist. My name is Maggie, and I am a licensed clinical social worker. The main concerns I work with are depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, grief, stress, and life transitions. The primary modalities I use in my practice are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy. I believe that through our journey together, I can assist you with managing anxiety, depression, chronic illness, stress, and other challenges.

Young men and women, specifically millennials, often struggle with life transitions, relationships, creating healthy boundaries, and managing anxiety and depression. Becoming the adult you want to be while addressing mental health challenges can be difficult, but not impossible. Through our work together, you can improve and navigate your life in an empowering environment free of judgment. I work with you to support and guide you through the difficult journey of growing into your true authentic self. Joy, hope, relief from pain, and healing are possible. Together we’ll find the way out of the darkness.

One size does not fit all! Finding a therapist who you "vibe" with is so important when building therapeutic rapport. I work with young to middle age adults who struggle with issues related to esteem, life transitions, depression, anxiety or relationship issues. Do you need someone to listen to and validate you? Are you seeking a therapist who is engaged and interactive? Do you want to be challenged? Do you want to be able to show up to sessions 100% your authentic self? Without fear of being judged? Are you looking a provider who is compassionate, professional and non-traditional?

Hi! My name is Marina Read and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 13 years of experience working with adults, children, adolescents, and individuals with diverse backgrounds.

I am a Resident in Counseling approved by the VA Board of Counseling, working towards becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor. I graduated with my Masters' degree in Clinical Mental Health and Addiction Counseling from The College of William & Mary. I have helped teens, college students, and adults experiencing anxiety, substance abuse, stress, low self-esteem, adjustment issues, academic/college struggles, relationship issues, identity development, and racial identity concerns. I have a passion for working with 1st and 2nd generation immigrants, BIPOC and South Asian population.

Creating harmony between our personal life, work, or school can help us feel hopeful, and secure in who we are. Using a person centered, holistic, and culturally sensitive approach, my goal is to help others discover healthy ways to manage their stress. I share practical tools to help others get through their day to day stressors. I may also assign homework in between sessions, such as applying and practicing mindfulness based techniques, or facing a fear or difficult task you may be avoiding or struggling with.