Strength-Based Therapists in 20147
Is your child or teenager struggling with anxiety? ADHD? Peer relationships? Life transitions? I am here to help! My approach is to bring a strong sense of hope, even during the most difficult circumstances, and focus on collaborative problem solving. We will work hard and have fun while working on our therapeutic goals! I keep my clients engaged with a variety of activities including art, games, play, movement, and music. My goal is to meet my client's where they are and approach every conversation with a compassion and empathy.
Is your child or teenager struggling with anxiety? ADHD? Peer relationships? Life transitions? I am here to help! My approach is to bring a strong sense of hope, even during the most difficult circumstances, and focus on collaborative problem solving. We will work hard and have fun while working on our therapeutic goals! I keep my clients engaged with a variety of activities including art, games, play, movement, and music. My goal is to meet my client's where they are and approach every conversation with a compassion and empathy.
Using a strength-based, holistic approach, I will use evidenced-based techniques best suited to you and your needs.
Accepting new Virginia telehealth clients! When you feel exhausted, lonely, and overwhelmed it is tough to get through each day and it seems like nothing is working. It is time to get back your energy and to feel connected to yourself, your loved ones, and your life. Let me help you work on the pain, loss and confusion holding you down. Whether you need to unload trauma and stress, improve relationships, or develop better ways to manage your burdens, I will provide a safe and supportive space while guiding you towards a more fulfilling and happy life.
Using a strength-based, holistic approach, I will use evidenced-based techniques best suited to you and your needs.
Accepting new Virginia telehealth clients! When you feel exhausted, lonely, and overwhelmed it is tough to get through each day and it seems like nothing is working. It is time to get back your energy and to feel connected to yourself, your loved ones, and your life. Let me help you work on the pain, loss and confusion holding you down. Whether you need to unload trauma and stress, improve relationships, or develop better ways to manage your burdens, I will provide a safe and supportive space while guiding you towards a more fulfilling and happy life.
Is your life going in a different direction than you had imagined? Are you overwhelmed, unmotivated and find it hard to move forward? All of us get off track sometimes, and we could all use help from time to time too. Over the past 10+ years as a therapist, I've been committed to joining clients in their quest to get to the root of their problems. Together, we will figure out what is needed for you to work through your issues, allowing you to get back on track, and move on to a healthier, happier place.
Is your life going in a different direction than you had imagined? Are you overwhelmed, unmotivated and find it hard to move forward? All of us get off track sometimes, and we could all use help from time to time too. Over the past 10+ years as a therapist, I've been committed to joining clients in their quest to get to the root of their problems. Together, we will figure out what is needed for you to work through your issues, allowing you to get back on track, and move on to a healthier, happier place.
I believe in meeting clients where they are, whether seeking support for the first time or seeking a new action plan. I am a compassionate therapist who will actively listen and fully understand each individual's current concerns, and aspirations to provide genuine feedback and skills to modify behaviors. I use a collaborative, strength-based approach tailored to each client's needs. I work with people experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, difficulties in love and family relationships, low self-esteem, unhealthy coping behaviors, and grief and loss. I assist clients in navigating various life transitions.
I believe in meeting clients where they are, whether seeking support for the first time or seeking a new action plan. I am a compassionate therapist who will actively listen and fully understand each individual's current concerns, and aspirations to provide genuine feedback and skills to modify behaviors. I use a collaborative, strength-based approach tailored to each client's needs. I work with people experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, difficulties in love and family relationships, low self-esteem, unhealthy coping behaviors, and grief and loss. I assist clients in navigating various life transitions.
Bluegrass Counseling Services, Inc.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ashburn, VA 20147 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Our team practices empirically-based treatment and incorporates strength-based approaches to help you achieve your mental health goals.
Are you looking for more personalized mental-healthcare? Our providers are united to deliver better, more personalized care for their patients. Bluegrass Counseling Services provides comprehensive mental and behavioral healthcare, and psychological evaluation to children 5 and older, young adults, and families. We also diagnose and treat ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief and Loss, Learning Disabilities, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and Trauma in children, women and men. We provide you with a modern and customized treatment plan to meet your individual healthcare needs. Your health and privacy are our top priority.
Our team practices empirically-based treatment and incorporates strength-based approaches to help you achieve your mental health goals.
Are you looking for more personalized mental-healthcare? Our providers are united to deliver better, more personalized care for their patients. Bluegrass Counseling Services provides comprehensive mental and behavioral healthcare, and psychological evaluation to children 5 and older, young adults, and families. We also diagnose and treat ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief and Loss, Learning Disabilities, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and Trauma in children, women and men. We provide you with a modern and customized treatment plan to meet your individual healthcare needs. Your health and privacy are our top priority.
Izabela Osiniecka
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ashburn, VA 20147
Izabela Osiniecka is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Virginia. She received both her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Community Action and Social Change and her Master of Social Work at the University of Michigan. She has experience working with adults with acute and chronic psychiatric disorders such as depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders. Izabela has worked in short-term and long-term inpatient hospitals as well as college settings.
Izabela Osiniecka is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Virginia. She received both her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Community Action and Social Change and her Master of Social Work at the University of Michigan. She has experience working with adults with acute and chronic psychiatric disorders such as depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders. Izabela has worked in short-term and long-term inpatient hospitals as well as college settings.
Are you suffering from depression, anxiety or self-esteem concerns? Do you often look in the mirror and have difficulty with the image that is looking back at you? I want to work with you, walk this journey of life, healing & balance with you. Are you facing a difficult life transition? Have you recently received a difficult medical diagnosis ? Are you moving, ending a relationship or thinking about a career change? Major life transitions can be very stressful & fill us with anxiety. Let me partner with you as you continue on your path towards optimal wellness.
Are you suffering from depression, anxiety or self-esteem concerns? Do you often look in the mirror and have difficulty with the image that is looking back at you? I want to work with you, walk this journey of life, healing & balance with you. Are you facing a difficult life transition? Have you recently received a difficult medical diagnosis ? Are you moving, ending a relationship or thinking about a career change? Major life transitions can be very stressful & fill us with anxiety. Let me partner with you as you continue on your path towards optimal wellness.
Couples therapy takes a strength-based approach to building necessary communication and problem-solving skills for marital harmony.
Mrs. Holgate’s clinical experiences include specialized work with children and adolescents, helping them to learn communication and problem-solving skills to promote successful moments in life. Julie’s clinical proficiencies include behavior modification, developing healthy and productive social skills, and integrating these changes into all areas of their life including home, school, and social communities. Additional areas of clinical proficiency range from daily life stressors to working with issues of substance abuse, trauma, and crisis intervention.
Couples therapy takes a strength-based approach to building necessary communication and problem-solving skills for marital harmony.
Mrs. Holgate’s clinical experiences include specialized work with children and adolescents, helping them to learn communication and problem-solving skills to promote successful moments in life. Julie’s clinical proficiencies include behavior modification, developing healthy and productive social skills, and integrating these changes into all areas of their life including home, school, and social communities. Additional areas of clinical proficiency range from daily life stressors to working with issues of substance abuse, trauma, and crisis intervention.
Kevin D. Grigsby
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Ashburn, VA 20147 (Online Only)
Habari & Karibu (Hello & Welcome in Swahili). In addition to working with individuals of various ages, I am also very passionate about working with young adults. These early years of adulthood can be a time of tremendous change, uncertainty, and anxiety. The foundation of my clinical practice is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with a strength based approach. I also use a systems approach as we are often navigating life through a maze of different systems, which may include family, friends, school, jobs, organizations, and more. Despite a long career that began in 1995, I remain incredibly motivated about the work I do.
Habari & Karibu (Hello & Welcome in Swahili). In addition to working with individuals of various ages, I am also very passionate about working with young adults. These early years of adulthood can be a time of tremendous change, uncertainty, and anxiety. The foundation of my clinical practice is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with a strength based approach. I also use a systems approach as we are often navigating life through a maze of different systems, which may include family, friends, school, jobs, organizations, and more. Despite a long career that began in 1995, I remain incredibly motivated about the work I do.
Heidi Dike Kingston, Clinical & Consulting Service
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTPII, CCATODS
Verified Verified
Ashburn, VA 20147
Those who have experienced developmental and relational trauma are constantly finding themselves in complicated and challenging relationships. Maybe you identify with codependency, complicated grief, or are suffering from other intimacy disorders. It may seem like you’re navigating the world, unable to esteem and care for yourself in meaningful ways. Dysfunction at work or school, financial challenges, and perhaps declining physical health have prevented you from living a full and whole-hearted life. Today is different- together, we can work on challenging your old beliefs and create a new way of knowing and being known.
Those who have experienced developmental and relational trauma are constantly finding themselves in complicated and challenging relationships. Maybe you identify with codependency, complicated grief, or are suffering from other intimacy disorders. It may seem like you’re navigating the world, unable to esteem and care for yourself in meaningful ways. Dysfunction at work or school, financial challenges, and perhaps declining physical health have prevented you from living a full and whole-hearted life. Today is different- together, we can work on challenging your old beliefs and create a new way of knowing and being known.
With 17 years of experience as a licensed school counselor, I have extensive experience helping children and teens cope with anxiety, depression, stress, behavioral issues, peer relationships, self-esteem, school issues, and life transitions. I also offer support for parents and families who need help navigating grief, divorce, and co-parenting. I believe that establishing rapport and building trust is the cornerstone of any therapeutic relationship. My goal is to meet you where you are, share observations without judgment, and offer tools and resources to help you meet your goals.
With 17 years of experience as a licensed school counselor, I have extensive experience helping children and teens cope with anxiety, depression, stress, behavioral issues, peer relationships, self-esteem, school issues, and life transitions. I also offer support for parents and families who need help navigating grief, divorce, and co-parenting. I believe that establishing rapport and building trust is the cornerstone of any therapeutic relationship. My goal is to meet you where you are, share observations without judgment, and offer tools and resources to help you meet your goals.
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Navigating the stressors of daily life on top of trying to manage your mental health can become overwhelming.I dedicate myself to help clients overcome their struggles and work towards a happier life! I provide a person-centered therapeutic approach for young adults and adults (ages 18-35) who are looking to improve mental health and their general life satisfaction. My experience has been centered around anxiety disorders, mood disorders, depressive disorders, and behavioral disorders. By creating a safe and welcoming environment, I have helped clients overcome their past traumas so they feel free to work on building their future.
Navigating the stressors of daily life on top of trying to manage your mental health can become overwhelming.I dedicate myself to help clients overcome their struggles and work towards a happier life! I provide a person-centered therapeutic approach for young adults and adults (ages 18-35) who are looking to improve mental health and their general life satisfaction. My experience has been centered around anxiety disorders, mood disorders, depressive disorders, and behavioral disorders. By creating a safe and welcoming environment, I have helped clients overcome their past traumas so they feel free to work on building their future.
Vee Fuhriman
Resident in Counseling, MA, LPC-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ashburn, VA 20147 (Online Only)
Vee Fuhriman uses a trauma informed lens working with the intersectionality of the LGBTQIA+, Neurodivergent, and minority populations dealing with eating disorders and CPTSD. Vee works with dissociative disorders and complex trauma clients to help heal past wounds in order to help them get back to their lives and be able to move forward into whatever goals they want to achieve.
Vee Fuhriman uses a trauma informed lens working with the intersectionality of the LGBTQIA+, Neurodivergent, and minority populations dealing with eating disorders and CPTSD. Vee works with dissociative disorders and complex trauma clients to help heal past wounds in order to help them get back to their lives and be able to move forward into whatever goals they want to achieve.
I work with teens age 16+ and adults who are experiencing struggles with depression and anxiety, as well as challenges with alcohol, weed, medication misuse and other substances. I also help those who are impacted by the use of substances by someone they love. My work includes helping people struggling with their biggest parenting challenges and life transitions. I've worked alongside teens, adults and families recovering from substance abuse, addiction and mental health issues for 17+ years. I do collaborative work to help others find peace and healing.
I work with teens age 16+ and adults who are experiencing struggles with depression and anxiety, as well as challenges with alcohol, weed, medication misuse and other substances. I also help those who are impacted by the use of substances by someone they love. My work includes helping people struggling with their biggest parenting challenges and life transitions. I've worked alongside teens, adults and families recovering from substance abuse, addiction and mental health issues for 17+ years. I do collaborative work to help others find peace and healing.
Do you need a safe place to explore an ongoing struggle, an important relationship, or yourself? Inviting a trained counselor to walk alongside you as you examine your private struggles can create clarity and capacity that leads to momentum in your personal and relational development. My therapeutic approach is warm, non-judgmental, curious, and collaborative. I create uniquely tailored treatment plans that are based on your goals and strengths. I will use expertise and research-informed interventions to equip you with knowledge and skills that will support your continued progress long after we complete our work together.
Do you need a safe place to explore an ongoing struggle, an important relationship, or yourself? Inviting a trained counselor to walk alongside you as you examine your private struggles can create clarity and capacity that leads to momentum in your personal and relational development. My therapeutic approach is warm, non-judgmental, curious, and collaborative. I create uniquely tailored treatment plans that are based on your goals and strengths. I will use expertise and research-informed interventions to equip you with knowledge and skills that will support your continued progress long after we complete our work together.
Lisa Tomala (Ellie Mental Health-Ashburn)
Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ashburn, VA 20147 (Online Only)
I use Cognitive Behavioral, Solution Focused, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic, and other treatment modalities to help you manage symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, addiction, chronic illness, and life transitions. I also specialize in Grief Counseling (adaptation to loss). As someone who has struggled with personal loss, I understand the pain and devastation associated with losing loved ones.
I use Cognitive Behavioral, Solution Focused, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic, and other treatment modalities to help you manage symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, addiction, chronic illness, and life transitions. I also specialize in Grief Counseling (adaptation to loss). As someone who has struggled with personal loss, I understand the pain and devastation associated with losing loved ones.
In 2007, I started a small, quality and evidence based therapeutic, neuro and psychological clinic operating in a patient-friendly environment. I wanted a CBT based yet relaxed and pioneering environment for my clients to promote the emotional, mental, spiritual, relational and academic/professional well-being without feeling stigmatized. My focus has been and will continue to be in responsiveness, structure, uniqueness and innovation and research. Please reach out with any questions via email to Support at EvienceBasedConsultation.com Website: www.EvidenceBasedConsultation.com
In 2007, I started a small, quality and evidence based therapeutic, neuro and psychological clinic operating in a patient-friendly environment. I wanted a CBT based yet relaxed and pioneering environment for my clients to promote the emotional, mental, spiritual, relational and academic/professional well-being without feeling stigmatized. My focus has been and will continue to be in responsiveness, structure, uniqueness and innovation and research. Please reach out with any questions via email to Support at EvienceBasedConsultation.com Website: www.EvidenceBasedConsultation.com
Are you a college student who may be struggling to adjust, figure out who you are or who you would like to be? Maybe you are a young adult seeking clarity and guidance to help you explore your unique perspective and experiences. As the expert in your life, I tailor my approach to meet you where you are, ensuring a comfortable and effective counseling experience. Starting therapy may be new to you and even if it is not, it can be hard to take that first step! My warm and friendly nature will put you at ease as we get to know each other. Together we will work towards finding your path and developing coping strategies along the way.
Are you a college student who may be struggling to adjust, figure out who you are or who you would like to be? Maybe you are a young adult seeking clarity and guidance to help you explore your unique perspective and experiences. As the expert in your life, I tailor my approach to meet you where you are, ensuring a comfortable and effective counseling experience. Starting therapy may be new to you and even if it is not, it can be hard to take that first step! My warm and friendly nature will put you at ease as we get to know each other. Together we will work towards finding your path and developing coping strategies along the way.
Starting therapy can be a difficult step. My goal is to provide a safe, welcoming, and nonjudgmental space where we can explore and work through your cha I am trained in evidence-based interventions like cognitive behavioral therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. Additionally, I am trained in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy. My approach is compassionate and collaborative, focused on understanding your unique needs and working together to improve your mood, relationships and life.
Starting therapy can be a difficult step. My goal is to provide a safe, welcoming, and nonjudgmental space where we can explore and work through your cha I am trained in evidence-based interventions like cognitive behavioral therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. Additionally, I am trained in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy. My approach is compassionate and collaborative, focused on understanding your unique needs and working together to improve your mood, relationships and life.
I enjoy serving young adults in need of support through life's ups and downs- school issues, career discernment, fertility and parenting, as well as loss and grief are areas I specialize in. Whether you're struggling to find your path or you're battling everyday stressors, your story is important. You may find my experience working with students and parents in colleges and high schools helpful to you and relevant to your situation. We can work together to help you identify you goals, share what's getting in the way, and imagine a fuller and brighter future.
I enjoy serving young adults in need of support through life's ups and downs- school issues, career discernment, fertility and parenting, as well as loss and grief are areas I specialize in. Whether you're struggling to find your path or you're battling everyday stressors, your story is important. You may find my experience working with students and parents in colleges and high schools helpful to you and relevant to your situation. We can work together to help you identify you goals, share what's getting in the way, and imagine a fuller and brighter future.
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Strength-Based Therapists
How does strength-based therapy work?
During strength-based therapy sessions, the therapist will ask about an individual’s experiences of stress, pain, or trauma with the goal of orienting the client to view themselves as a survivor rather than a victim, and focusing on their strengths rather than on their weaknesses. In framing a client’s personal narrative along these lines, the therapist and client work together to identify existing skills that can be harnessed.
Is strength-based therapy evidence-based?
Strength-based therapy is an evidence-based treatment that has been studied extensively and shown to be effective across domains. The treatment has been found to be particularly effective in helping individuals who are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health concerns. Strength-based therapy has been used by therapists to help clients for more than 60 years.
How long does strength-based therapy last?
There’s no precise timeline for strength-based therapy. The duration of treatment depends on the individual’s specific needs and goals and the severity of their concerns. Some individuals may find they achieve their therapeutic goals quickly, while others might benefit from ongoing support and guidance in order to continue progressing.
How effective is strength-based therapy?
Clinical research and decades of practice have shown strength-based therapy to be an effective treatment to improve mental health and well-being for many conditions. The treatment can engender a sense of connection and collaboration between the therapist and the individual, fostering a positive therapeutic relationship. For individuals with narcissistic tendencies, strength-based therapy may be less effective, as the focus on the individual’s strengths may undermine the work needed to honestly assess the challenges the individual faces.