Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA
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Please check out my website www.abbycobeypsyd.com for additional info and pictures. We all can have difficulty from time to time, dealing with relationships, work, general stress. You don't have to figure it out on your own. You come to therapy looking for something to change; Let's find out what those changes will be and empower you to make them!
Hi, I’m Alix, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in the DC Metro area. I hold a Master’s in Social Work from Boston University and a Psychology degree from the University of Michigan. I’ve worked with clients aged 6–86 in settings including child welfare, schools, adult day programs, and skilled nursing facilities. Passionate about helping people overcome obstacles and find joy, I bring an upbeat, positive, and energetic approach to therapy, creating a supportive space for growth and meaningful change.
Hi, I’m Alix, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in the DC Metro area. I hold a Master’s in Social Work from Boston University and a Psychology degree from the University of Michigan. I’ve worked with clients aged 6–86 in settings including child welfare, schools, adult day programs, and skilled nursing facilities. Passionate about helping people overcome obstacles and find joy, I bring an upbeat, positive, and energetic approach to therapy, creating a supportive space for growth and meaningful change.
My approach to therapy is holistic and integrative, drawing from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Cognitive Therapies, psychodynamic and humanistic frameworks, and somatic techniques such as EMDR.
I offer mental health assessments (for diagnostic clarification) and AuDHD testing as a supportive way to help individuals gain clarity, understanding, and confidence as they navigate their life's journey. My assessment process is collaborative and compassionate, honoring each person’s unique story, strengths, and cultural context. By gently making sense of patterns and experiences and providing clear, personalized recommendations, assessment can open the door to insight and self-understanding. The primary goal is to help you feel empowered, hopeful, and better equipped to take meaningful next steps toward growth and well-being.
My approach to therapy is holistic and integrative, drawing from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Cognitive Therapies, psychodynamic and humanistic frameworks, and somatic techniques such as EMDR.
I offer mental health assessments (for diagnostic clarification) and AuDHD testing as a supportive way to help individuals gain clarity, understanding, and confidence as they navigate their life's journey. My assessment process is collaborative and compassionate, honoring each person’s unique story, strengths, and cultural context. By gently making sense of patterns and experiences and providing clear, personalized recommendations, assessment can open the door to insight and self-understanding. The primary goal is to help you feel empowered, hopeful, and better equipped to take meaningful next steps toward growth and well-being.
Driven by genuine care, a playful spirit, and boundless curiosity, I will support you in the challenging and rewarding journey towards finding acceptance, connection, and purpose.
Are you struggling to connect with your partner? Are you finding it hard to deal with life transitions? If you are looking for an evidence-based and holistic therapeutic experience, then I may be a good fit for you. I work with individuals and couples, specializing in trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, and life transitions. For couples, I help strengthen connection and trust by building awareness, empathy, and alignment. From the onset, I seek to create a warm, trusting, and collaborative therapeutic relationship so that you feel empowered to tackle your obstacles and cultivate a meaningful life.
Driven by genuine care, a playful spirit, and boundless curiosity, I will support you in the challenging and rewarding journey towards finding acceptance, connection, and purpose.
Are you struggling to connect with your partner? Are you finding it hard to deal with life transitions? If you are looking for an evidence-based and holistic therapeutic experience, then I may be a good fit for you. I work with individuals and couples, specializing in trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, and life transitions. For couples, I help strengthen connection and trust by building awareness, empathy, and alignment. From the onset, I seek to create a warm, trusting, and collaborative therapeutic relationship so that you feel empowered to tackle your obstacles and cultivate a meaningful life.
Whether you're navigating a season of transition, experiencing disconnection, engaging in patterns that are not serving you, or seeking a deeper sense of purpose, therapy offers a compassionate space to know yourself better and connect with your truest self & your innate healing capacity. You may not know how to move through your current challenges but being open and getting curious is a beautiful place to begin. There is nothing wrong with you and my intention is to cultivate a space that leads you back to your sacred sovereignty and personal power. This work is really about exploring your depths & living with more ease.
Whether you're navigating a season of transition, experiencing disconnection, engaging in patterns that are not serving you, or seeking a deeper sense of purpose, therapy offers a compassionate space to know yourself better and connect with your truest self & your innate healing capacity. You may not know how to move through your current challenges but being open and getting curious is a beautiful place to begin. There is nothing wrong with you and my intention is to cultivate a space that leads you back to your sacred sovereignty and personal power. This work is really about exploring your depths & living with more ease.
Michael Payne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
1 Endorsed
Potomac West, Alexandria, VA 22301
Whether you're looking to set a new course in life, heal a wounded heart, break from unhealthy habits, I can teach you strategies and skills to become the person you want to be. Any positive change requires awareness, determination, and effort. At heartsandmindshealth, my goal is to improve your mental health and well-being. I take an insight-oriented, solution-focused approach to our work, After setting mutually-determined treatment objectives, I help individuals, couples, and groups achieve life goals, heal emotional wounds, become "unstuck", or break free from unhealthy patterns.
Whether you're looking to set a new course in life, heal a wounded heart, break from unhealthy habits, I can teach you strategies and skills to become the person you want to be. Any positive change requires awareness, determination, and effort. At heartsandmindshealth, my goal is to improve your mental health and well-being. I take an insight-oriented, solution-focused approach to our work, After setting mutually-determined treatment objectives, I help individuals, couples, and groups achieve life goals, heal emotional wounds, become "unstuck", or break free from unhealthy patterns.
I specialize in helping clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, and maternal mental health issues. I also work with people who need extra support as they navigate life transitions, relationship issues, grief and loss, and other stressors. My treatment style is based in cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, neurobiology, and the principles of positive psychology. As a social worker, I welcome people from all walks of life and backgrounds in my practice.
I specialize in helping clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, and maternal mental health issues. I also work with people who need extra support as they navigate life transitions, relationship issues, grief and loss, and other stressors. My treatment style is based in cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, neurobiology, and the principles of positive psychology. As a social worker, I welcome people from all walks of life and backgrounds in my practice.
Being a Certified Eating Disorder counselor with 10 + years of training using Acceptance Commitment Therapy creates a solid foundation to create change.
We will work together using an active form of therapy where you will learn skills to handle difficult thoughts and feelings more effectively. You will clarify your values, and what gives you a sense of meaning in your life, in turn this will help you live a more fulfilled life. Due to the recent viral breakout I am connecting with clients via teletherapy.
Being a Certified Eating Disorder counselor with 10 + years of training using Acceptance Commitment Therapy creates a solid foundation to create change.
We will work together using an active form of therapy where you will learn skills to handle difficult thoughts and feelings more effectively. You will clarify your values, and what gives you a sense of meaning in your life, in turn this will help you live a more fulfilled life. Due to the recent viral breakout I am connecting with clients via teletherapy.
Hello! I’m Tina, a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia with experience working with children and adults in both teaching and counseling roles. I’m trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). My passion is helping clients overcome obstacles that keep them from living their most fulfilling lives, providing guidance and support in a safe, collaborative environment.
Hello! I’m Tina, a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia with experience working with children and adults in both teaching and counseling roles. I’m trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). My passion is helping clients overcome obstacles that keep them from living their most fulfilling lives, providing guidance and support in a safe, collaborative environment.
I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Exposure and Response Prevention to help people find relief.
While at one point your energy, thoughtfulness and persistence served you and helped you to accomplish things, perhaps you've noticed these patterns and behaviors take on a life of their own. Now you might be more fearful, doubtful, and engaging in avoidance. What used to bring you joy is now being perceived as a chore or a threat. You want peace of mind and freedom to enjoy what's right in front of you without being consumed by all the what ifs and other worst case scenarios. You recognize that the anxiety that used to serve you is now being used against you and you're tired of it.
I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Exposure and Response Prevention to help people find relief.
While at one point your energy, thoughtfulness and persistence served you and helped you to accomplish things, perhaps you've noticed these patterns and behaviors take on a life of their own. Now you might be more fearful, doubtful, and engaging in avoidance. What used to bring you joy is now being perceived as a chore or a threat. You want peace of mind and freedom to enjoy what's right in front of you without being consumed by all the what ifs and other worst case scenarios. You recognize that the anxiety that used to serve you is now being used against you and you're tired of it.
Mental health can be difficult to navigate. Negative thinking may consume you causing chaos in your head that may leave you exhausted. Your energy is depleted, and easy everyday tasks feel overwhelming. The fog that has set in is preventing you from feeling fulfilled in your relationships, and you have little enjoyment in your world. Therapy can provide a path to heal your mind and assist you in returning to your authentic self. Through our therapeutic alliance I will work with you as you strive to bring joy and fulfillment back into your life.
Mental health can be difficult to navigate. Negative thinking may consume you causing chaos in your head that may leave you exhausted. Your energy is depleted, and easy everyday tasks feel overwhelming. The fog that has set in is preventing you from feeling fulfilled in your relationships, and you have little enjoyment in your world. Therapy can provide a path to heal your mind and assist you in returning to your authentic self. Through our therapeutic alliance I will work with you as you strive to bring joy and fulfillment back into your life.
I am Kelly Clemente, a Resident in Counseling with eight years of experience in the mental health field. I am deeply passionate about supporting adolescents, adults, couples, and families as they face unique challenges and work toward living more fulfilling lives. My specializations include working with special needs children, youth struggling with addiction, pregnant teens, birth mothers, individuals with eating disorders, grieving widows, survivors of sexual trauma, and victims of domestic violence.
I am Kelly Clemente, a Resident in Counseling with eight years of experience in the mental health field. I am deeply passionate about supporting adolescents, adults, couples, and families as they face unique challenges and work toward living more fulfilling lives. My specializations include working with special needs children, youth struggling with addiction, pregnant teens, birth mothers, individuals with eating disorders, grieving widows, survivors of sexual trauma, and victims of domestic violence.
The Counseling Center of Virginia is a team of therapists who are dedicated to helping people live fulfilling lives. Our focus is on providing relatively short-term therapy treatments that use structured, evidence-based methods to achieve positive, long-lasting results. We believe in helping individuals, couples, and families make life-enhancing changes and transitions, and are committed to doing so in a way that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion.
The Counseling Center of Virginia is a team of therapists who are dedicated to helping people live fulfilling lives. Our focus is on providing relatively short-term therapy treatments that use structured, evidence-based methods to achieve positive, long-lasting results. We believe in helping individuals, couples, and families make life-enhancing changes and transitions, and are committed to doing so in a way that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Hi, I’m Terra, a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia with 8 years of experience supporting adolescents and adults. I help clients navigate anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and relationship challenges, guiding them on their path to healing and growth. I earned my undergraduate degree in Psychology from Talladega College and my graduate degree from Faulkner University. I look forward to meeting you and working together to help you achieve your goals.
Hi, I’m Terra, a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia with 8 years of experience supporting adolescents and adults. I help clients navigate anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and relationship challenges, guiding them on their path to healing and growth. I earned my undergraduate degree in Psychology from Talladega College and my graduate degree from Faulkner University. I look forward to meeting you and working together to help you achieve your goals.
Our methodology is Person-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes an empathic, non-judgmental, and non-directive approach that is focused on providing support, acceptance, and encouragement.
Counseling 2 Hope LLC can help you step into healing from the past, set your life in a positive direction, and move toward a future of optimal well-being. Are you experiencing brokenness and hopelessness? If you struggle with anxiety, depression, or grief and loss. If you have concerns about personal relationships or mental and emotions wellness? We can come along side you amid your pain and suffering.
Our methodology is Person-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes an empathic, non-judgmental, and non-directive approach that is focused on providing support, acceptance, and encouragement.
Counseling 2 Hope LLC can help you step into healing from the past, set your life in a positive direction, and move toward a future of optimal well-being. Are you experiencing brokenness and hopelessness? If you struggle with anxiety, depression, or grief and loss. If you have concerns about personal relationships or mental and emotions wellness? We can come along side you amid your pain and suffering.
I value providing this support in a trauma-informed way, involving cognitive behavioral and acceptance and commitment therapies in addition to exposure and response prevention for OCD.
Welcome! At times, we could all use a bit of extra help in navigating life’s challenges. If you are here looking for support now, I’m glad you found me. My name is Anna Buck and I am a resident in counseling, here to help you process what might be making you feel stuck, anxious, angry, or alone.
I have specialized training in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD. I am passionate about this work and about helping individuals learn to face fears in a supportive, compassionate way while reducing the patterns that keep OCD going. My approach emphasizes collaboration and trust.
I value providing this support in a trauma-informed way, involving cognitive behavioral and acceptance and commitment therapies in addition to exposure and response prevention for OCD.
Welcome! At times, we could all use a bit of extra help in navigating life’s challenges. If you are here looking for support now, I’m glad you found me. My name is Anna Buck and I am a resident in counseling, here to help you process what might be making you feel stuck, anxious, angry, or alone.
I have specialized training in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD. I am passionate about this work and about helping individuals learn to face fears in a supportive, compassionate way while reducing the patterns that keep OCD going. My approach emphasizes collaboration and trust.
I also use DBT-informed strategies to support emotional regulation, and ACT to help clients manage OCD and anxiety.
Do you feel stuck, misunderstood, overwhelmed, or out of sync? Do you struggle with intrusive thoughts or impulses? Maybe you struggle with managing emotions, navigating life transitions, or building trusting relationships. Past trauma and neurodivergence can show up in many ways and make it harder to find relational safety or create a life that honors your needs. I help neurodivergent individuals (kids, teens, & adults), trauma survivors, and neurodiverse couples to understand themselves and heal. Together we can seek healing that feels safe and authentic and to create a life that honor your unique strengths and needs.
I also use DBT-informed strategies to support emotional regulation, and ACT to help clients manage OCD and anxiety.
Do you feel stuck, misunderstood, overwhelmed, or out of sync? Do you struggle with intrusive thoughts or impulses? Maybe you struggle with managing emotions, navigating life transitions, or building trusting relationships. Past trauma and neurodivergence can show up in many ways and make it harder to find relational safety or create a life that honors your needs. I help neurodivergent individuals (kids, teens, & adults), trauma survivors, and neurodiverse couples to understand themselves and heal. Together we can seek healing that feels safe and authentic and to create a life that honor your unique strengths and needs.
Hello! I’m Taylor Taylor, LCSW, with experience in both outpatient therapy and inpatient hospital settings. I earned my BSW from James Madison University (Go Dukes!) and my MSW from George Mason University. I work with clients navigating anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, PTSD, grief, and life transitions. I view therapy as a collaborative process, offering nonjudgmental care, attention, and grace. My goal is to help you recognize your intrinsic value and worth, while supporting your journey toward healing and growth. In my free time, I enjoy family, celebrating life, and the outdoors.
Hello! I’m Taylor Taylor, LCSW, with experience in both outpatient therapy and inpatient hospital settings. I earned my BSW from James Madison University (Go Dukes!) and my MSW from George Mason University. I work with clients navigating anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, PTSD, grief, and life transitions. I view therapy as a collaborative process, offering nonjudgmental care, attention, and grace. My goal is to help you recognize your intrinsic value and worth, while supporting your journey toward healing and growth. In my free time, I enjoy family, celebrating life, and the outdoors.
In your world, falling apart doesn’t feel like an option. Your work demands composure, discretion, and steady performance, even when you’re exhausted. I’m Randy, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience, including three years counseling federal employees on Capitol Hill. I understand what it takes to carry that level of pressure.
I work with professionals navigating anxiety, burnout, grief, imposter syndrome, and relationship strain. On the outside, you’re capable and composed. Inside, you may feel stretched thin or quietly disconnected. Therapy is the one place you don’t have to hold it together.
In your world, falling apart doesn’t feel like an option. Your work demands composure, discretion, and steady performance, even when you’re exhausted. I’m Randy, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience, including three years counseling federal employees on Capitol Hill. I understand what it takes to carry that level of pressure.
I work with professionals navigating anxiety, burnout, grief, imposter syndrome, and relationship strain. On the outside, you’re capable and composed. Inside, you may feel stretched thin or quietly disconnected. Therapy is the one place you don’t have to hold it together.
Ready to take the next step toward a more balanced, confident you? Stacie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with years of experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings, including psychiatric and substance use treatment. She helps clients uncover their inner motivation, manage stress, and build the self-confidence needed to create lasting change.
Ready to take the next step toward a more balanced, confident you? Stacie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with years of experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings, including psychiatric and substance use treatment. She helps clients uncover their inner motivation, manage stress, and build the self-confidence needed to create lasting change.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.