Therapists in Alexandria City County, VA

I'm a depth-oriented therapist and clinical case consultant. Prospective therapy clients, if you're stuck or suffering, I help you get the quickest possible relief from symptoms and achieve personal goals. I assist you to overcome habits that negatively impact your relationships, performance and self-esteem. This involves learning to see and use internal information that you are unaccustomed to noticing, or managing. I'll help you connect to new, productive responses in relationships; loss; trauma; and difficult circumstances. For more information: Therapy clients, and therapists looking for case consultation, go to nancyreder.com.

As a clinical psychologist trained in evidence-based psychotherapy, I have 10+ years successfully treating couples and individuals for a wide array of issues, ranging from premarital jitters and affairs, to ADHD, anxiety, and depression. I pursued advanced postdoctoral training in couples therapy and have extensive experience treating individuals of all ages and in various settings, including medical centers, outpatient clinics, primary care, and universities. At its core, my structured therapy process centers on a collaborative relationship between therapist and client, relying heavily on mutual respect and trust.

We at Finding Clarity believe your mental and emotional health is just as important as your physical health and well being. Just as you would see your primary doctor to maintain your physical health, counseling is here to help maintain your emotional health. With over 20 years of diverse practical and clinical experience, I am a Clinical Psychologist who provides counseling to help individuals and their loved ones address various life issues including (but not limited to): depression, anxiety, stress, anger, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, and family conflict.

I have 30 years of experience in outpatient, inpatient and residential settings working with individuals struggling with pervasive disorders, co-occurring disorders, and trauma-related disorders. I have a certification in Child and Adolescent Anxiety and enjoy working with kids over the age of 10. If you struggle with cycles of anxiety, mood instability, unhealthy behaviors and toxic relationships, we can work together to recognize your strengths, find resolutions, inner peace, balance and reach your desired sense of wellness.

Brooke Varma is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 15 years of experience supporting a wide range of populations through a variety of life’s circumstances. Brooke has extensive experience working alongside individuals, couples, and families and has a passion for supporting individuals within the disability community. Brooke completed her bachelor's degree in Psychology at George Mason University and her Master of Social Work (MSW) at Virginia Commonwealth University. She is Wrightslaw trained.

You're a badass go-getter, motivated by working towards your life's goals, but something feels stuck or slows your progress. Your life is mostly together, but you're dealing with anxiety, low-self esteem, or negative self-talk pretty regularly. Maybe you feel like it's hard to form relationships with others around you. There's a chance social media makes you feel inadequate. Maybe you still feel or notice the effects of a trauma in your past. You've considered talking to someone about these things before, but therapy always seemed drastic or a little too extra. (I promise, it's not!) Email or call if this sounds like you!

The process of beginning therapy and finding a therapist can feel overwhelming. I work to build a safe, contained, and trusting environment for clients to feel empowered and uplifted. I truly believe that every human being is resilient and has the potential to reach their goals in life. I am a licensed psychotherapist with almost 15 years of experience working with children, adults, and families. I provide telehealth for clients to grow in their understanding of themselves and others and in how they experience and manage their feelings. Let’s work together to get rid of those blocking beliefs and uncover your full potential.

Kat completed their bachelor’s degree in Sociology and Studio Art at the College of William & Mary and their Master of Social Work (MSW) at Virginia Commonwealth University. In Kat’s spare time, they enjoy live music, art and poetry, exploring nature, lifting weights, skating, and working on their camper van.Kat understands that we cannot always choose the cards we are dealt; sometimes we deal with fear, loss, rejection, isolation, stress, anxiety, and pain due to personal or societal events that we have no control over.

You are a high achieving individual in many ways, but seem to come up short when it comes to having meaningful, successful relationships with others and struggle with self confidence. You have been defined by others in your life as “successful” but are still left feeling unfilled and unhappy. Maybe negative thoughts swirl around your head when you are trying to get work done or fall asleep at night. Or maybe you experience difficulty concentrating because you are so worried if the person next to you is upset with you and constantly worry if you can make the people around you happy.

Licensed in both Maryland & Virginia, we work with individuals, couples, & families struggling with personal and relationship issues. We have supportive, encouraging and compassionate therapists and try to create a safe and comfortable environment where we can work together to identify the issues and reasonable solutions. We have therapists certified in the Prepare-Enrich Pre-Marital Assessment, this assessment is a thorough tool that helps couples explore & strengthen their relationships. We also have Maryland Board Approved Supervisors available.

I embrace a person-centered humanistic approach, offering clients a space filled with empathy, support and unconditional positive regard. I recognize the uniqueness of each client and am committed to using interventions that prove to be effective - including CBT, ACT and narrative therapy. I am passionate about empowering clients to unfold their story and move deeper into self-understanding, with the ultimate goal of self actualization or reaching their highest potential. My experiences range across all ages including adolescents, older adults and college-aged students.

When things seem out of your control, it can be difficult to stay focused and feel empowered to make good decisions for yourself and create the life you want. If you are a capable, driven individual and you are wondering why you feel stuck, or unhappy, you are not alone. We all need help at times accessing our own voice, working through the ways we are stuck, and finding happiness through the choices we make. I am currently offering tele-health (secure video chat) intake, and therapy sessions for those needing extra support right now, and those not wanting to wait to seek help until after the COVID-19 situation has eased up.

Change can be frightening but exhilarating as well. As a psychotherapist helping people cope with various obstacles in life, I have come to believe we all have the potential to be successful and possess the tools we need to achieve our goals. The pace and direction will be up to you. I will help you think about your life issues and concerns differently and together we will develop strategies to handle them more effectively.

I am a licensed professional counselor passionate about helping individuals overcome traumatic and adverse experiences that hinder them from living life abundantly. I believe one's heart begins to heal as the mind is silenced. Building a solid therapeutic alliance is essential to this process. I believe this is achieved by offering a warm, open, nurturing, humorous and challenging environment for healing and growth. I also use a direct therapeutic approach to cultivate growth and change when interacting with clients.

At Life Enrichment Counseling Center, we are committed to providing you with the support and compassion that is important to you in your time of need. We are all resilient and have the desire and ability to heal and lead fulfilling and meaningful lives. However, there are times and situations where we need professional help to overcome devastating feelings and life events. We fully appreciate that, and we look forward to personally meeting with you and will strive to do our best to help find the best solutions for your situation.

I ascribe to a holistic, client-centered approach and work with children, teens and adults. I incorporate evidence based therapies while also addressing the mind-body connection. I believe the key to cultivating a successful therapeutic relationship boils down to empathy and being open-minded. All of my clients come from different walks of life. I have experience working with trauma, anxiety, military substance use, school social work, and community outpatient mental health. I approach my clients from a collaborative perspective, leveraging the client's strengths and resources to empower and foster change.