Therapists for Teens and Adolescents in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA
If only the image you have perfected projecting were true. Everyone seems to buy it; that you are as calm, confident, and competent as you portray yourself to be. Meanwhile, you walk around feeling like a little girl wearing her mother’s heels. The worst part is always worrying about being “found out” as the fraud that you know yourself to be. It makes it hard to be really emotionally available and honest in your relationships and you always end up feeling so alone. All the success in your professional life just makes you feel like you have that much more to lose when someone really sees what you are desperately trying to hide.
If only the image you have perfected projecting were true. Everyone seems to buy it; that you are as calm, confident, and competent as you portray yourself to be. Meanwhile, you walk around feeling like a little girl wearing her mother’s heels. The worst part is always worrying about being “found out” as the fraud that you know yourself to be. It makes it hard to be really emotionally available and honest in your relationships and you always end up feeling so alone. All the success in your professional life just makes you feel like you have that much more to lose when someone really sees what you are desperately trying to hide.
At Del Ray Psych & Wellness, we believe therapy should feel like connection — a space where healing begins with being truly seen and supported. Our team of compassionate clinicians helps individuals and families navigate life’s challenges with care, curiosity, and respect.
We take a holistic approach that honors the mind, body, and spirit, drawing from evidence-based therapies such as EMDR, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care. For those seeking deeper understanding and clarity, we also provide comprehensive psychological assessments. For clients seeking innovative options, we offer ketamine-assisted psychotherapy.
At Del Ray Psych & Wellness, we believe therapy should feel like connection — a space where healing begins with being truly seen and supported. Our team of compassionate clinicians helps individuals and families navigate life’s challenges with care, curiosity, and respect.
We take a holistic approach that honors the mind, body, and spirit, drawing from evidence-based therapies such as EMDR, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care. For those seeking deeper understanding and clarity, we also provide comprehensive psychological assessments. For clients seeking innovative options, we offer ketamine-assisted psychotherapy.
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.
I specialize in working with men navigating a range of issues including depression, anxiety, work-related stress, and identity problems. I am also very attuned to the needs, stresses, and conflicts faced by men in our society especially around self-esteem and self-worth. My approach to therapy is based on empathic attunement, fostering self-awareness, and using empirically supported approaches tailored to the needs of each person. I also specialize in psychological assessments to gain a thorough understanding of diagnosis, conceptualization, and treatment planning. I'm also a professor teaching classes on psychoanalytic theory.
I specialize in working with men navigating a range of issues including depression, anxiety, work-related stress, and identity problems. I am also very attuned to the needs, stresses, and conflicts faced by men in our society especially around self-esteem and self-worth. My approach to therapy is based on empathic attunement, fostering self-awareness, and using empirically supported approaches tailored to the needs of each person. I also specialize in psychological assessments to gain a thorough understanding of diagnosis, conceptualization, and treatment planning. I'm also a professor teaching classes on psychoanalytic theory.
I believe our relationships with others and with ourselves are central to our wellbeing. This includes balancing selfishness and selflessness, caring for others while caring for yourself, and understanding the difference between solitude and loneliness. I help clients invest in themselves with compassion by working through trauma, shame, and guilt, and navigating past, lost, or new relationships. Together, we strengthen connections, build skills in giving and receiving help, and foster cooperation to create a rich, loving life.
I believe our relationships with others and with ourselves are central to our wellbeing. This includes balancing selfishness and selflessness, caring for others while caring for yourself, and understanding the difference between solitude and loneliness. I help clients invest in themselves with compassion by working through trauma, shame, and guilt, and navigating past, lost, or new relationships. Together, we strengthen connections, build skills in giving and receiving help, and foster cooperation to create a rich, loving life.
Adolescents are figuring out who they are, while navigating the ever-present world of social media in a safe, healthy way.
I utilize a flexible, eclectic approach to treating an array of symptoms, including depression, anxiety, executive functioning limitations, sleep/appetite disturbances, inattention, poor self-esteem, and interpersonal struggles. I apply fun, playful, and active "coaching" techniques in working with children, empowering them to learn and practice tools of their own.
Adolescents are figuring out who they are, while navigating the ever-present world of social media in a safe, healthy way.
I utilize a flexible, eclectic approach to treating an array of symptoms, including depression, anxiety, executive functioning limitations, sleep/appetite disturbances, inattention, poor self-esteem, and interpersonal struggles. I apply fun, playful, and active "coaching" techniques in working with children, empowering them to learn and practice tools of their own.
Deborah Asher Hertzberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Potomac West, Alexandria, VA 22301
I have a special interest in work with adolescents and couples.
People in distress are often wary of talking to someone who is a stranger. The first visit is generally fraught with anxiety. I am adept at teasing out the issues and helping a person (of any age) feel comfortable and understood. I expect that many clients will come to my office with a certain amount of ambivalence about engaging in psychotherapy. Generally, by the time they leave after the first visit, they are eager to return having felt a sense of relief and hope that they are going to be understood and "heard" in a unique way.
I have a special interest in work with adolescents and couples.
People in distress are often wary of talking to someone who is a stranger. The first visit is generally fraught with anxiety. I am adept at teasing out the issues and helping a person (of any age) feel comfortable and understood. I expect that many clients will come to my office with a certain amount of ambivalence about engaging in psychotherapy. Generally, by the time they leave after the first visit, they are eager to return having felt a sense of relief and hope that they are going to be understood and "heard" in a unique way.
I have an extensive background working with adolescents & adults providing psychotherapy.
I am currently focused on providing individual therapy. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, mood difficulties, panic attacks, stress related to life transitions, identity & self-esteem concerns, parenting challenges, trauma, and difficulties with attention & executive functioning. Many feel overwhelmed or stuck in patterns.
I have an extensive background working with adolescents & adults providing psychotherapy.
I am currently focused on providing individual therapy. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, mood difficulties, panic attacks, stress related to life transitions, identity & self-esteem concerns, parenting challenges, trauma, and difficulties with attention & executive functioning. Many feel overwhelmed or stuck in patterns.
I'm excited to help you see the improvements you're after! 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.
I'm excited to help you see the improvements you're after! 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.
I work with adults, teens, and families, and I have a particular interest in helping people navigate the "in-between" phases of life.
Meaningful change begins with a space where you can slow down, feel heard, and make sense of what you are carrying. I’m here to provide a straightforward, supportive place where you can step back and actually figure out what’s going on. Whether you’re dealing with a major life change, working through past experiences, or just feeling stuck, we’ll focus on what you need to feel more grounded in your daily life.
I work with adults, teens, and families, and I have a particular interest in helping people navigate the "in-between" phases of life.
Meaningful change begins with a space where you can slow down, feel heard, and make sense of what you are carrying. I’m here to provide a straightforward, supportive place where you can step back and actually figure out what’s going on. Whether you’re dealing with a major life change, working through past experiences, or just feeling stuck, we’ll focus on what you need to feel more grounded in your daily life.
The clients I have served include troubled adolescents, undergraduate and graduate students, military personnel, working adults, single mothers, and people suffering from severe and persistent mental illness.
I use an integrative approach that is tailored to every individual's, couple's and family's needs. My training includes psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral and experiential methods.
The clients I have served include troubled adolescents, undergraduate and graduate students, military personnel, working adults, single mothers, and people suffering from severe and persistent mental illness.
I use an integrative approach that is tailored to every individual's, couple's and family's needs. My training includes psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral and experiential methods.
At our practice, we specialize in empowering our clients to discover healthier lifestyles through integrative wellness services solutions. We provide a variety of healing modalities, including hypnotherapy, life coaching, couples coaching, Reiki energy healing, and intuitive healing. Our clients choose us because we are committed to techniques that offer fast and effective healing.
At our practice, we specialize in empowering our clients to discover healthier lifestyles through integrative wellness services solutions. We provide a variety of healing modalities, including hypnotherapy, life coaching, couples coaching, Reiki energy healing, and intuitive healing. Our clients choose us because we are committed to techniques that offer fast and effective healing.
Currently, I work with adults, adolescents, couples, and families through a variety of issues and concerns including trauma, grief/loss, anxiety, depression, family conflict and more.
Navigating distress on your own can be difficult, overwhelming, and even insurmountable. Maybe you feel stuck, misunderstood, or even lost. Seeking guidance to navigate this may seem even more daunting. I open a door for you to explore this in a way that seeks to connect with you, your identity, and unique life experience. My person-centered approach starts with true unconditional positive regard - cultivating a space that is warm, genuine, free of judgement, open to all ideas, and culturally sensitive. I offer a tailored therapeutic relationship that fits your needs while drawing from a number of evidence-based interventions.
Currently, I work with adults, adolescents, couples, and families through a variety of issues and concerns including trauma, grief/loss, anxiety, depression, family conflict and more.
Navigating distress on your own can be difficult, overwhelming, and even insurmountable. Maybe you feel stuck, misunderstood, or even lost. Seeking guidance to navigate this may seem even more daunting. I open a door for you to explore this in a way that seeks to connect with you, your identity, and unique life experience. My person-centered approach starts with true unconditional positive regard - cultivating a space that is warm, genuine, free of judgement, open to all ideas, and culturally sensitive. I offer a tailored therapeutic relationship that fits your needs while drawing from a number of evidence-based interventions.
Are you tired of repeating the same patterns over and over again? Are you ready to make changes in your life? I can help you develop new healthy coping tools and gain power over your life. If you are experiencing difficulty with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, life transitions, communication, relationships, or just feel "stuck " I can help provide some relief and guidance. I use a warm, collaborate and evidence-based approach to help you utilize better coping strategies, gain support, understand your emotions, challenge your negative thought patterns, find and develop your strengths, and set your own personal goals.
Are you tired of repeating the same patterns over and over again? Are you ready to make changes in your life? I can help you develop new healthy coping tools and gain power over your life. If you are experiencing difficulty with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, life transitions, communication, relationships, or just feel "stuck " I can help provide some relief and guidance. I use a warm, collaborate and evidence-based approach to help you utilize better coping strategies, gain support, understand your emotions, challenge your negative thought patterns, find and develop your strengths, and set your own personal goals.
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.
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.
Feeling stressed, overwhelmed and just need to talk to someone who is not a friend or family. Whether you are feeling stuck due to work, family life, transitions to adulthood or to the next point in life then therapy is for you. I enjoy working with lots of people from different ages, backgrounds and needs with a focus on Depression and Anxiety as well as other areas. I have experience working in Crisis situations while at the county ER, community clinics, Foster children and families as well as individuals in outpatient private practice. My goal is to meet you where you are and decide together what is next.
Feeling stressed, overwhelmed and just need to talk to someone who is not a friend or family. Whether you are feeling stuck due to work, family life, transitions to adulthood or to the next point in life then therapy is for you. I enjoy working with lots of people from different ages, backgrounds and needs with a focus on Depression and Anxiety as well as other areas. I have experience working in Crisis situations while at the county ER, community clinics, Foster children and families as well as individuals in outpatient private practice. My goal is to meet you where you are and decide together what is next.
I support individuals and couples facing relationship strife, life stage changes, low self-worth, depression and anxiety. They often report feeling directionless, lonely and disconnected from others.
In a non-judgmental and empathic space, we work to understand how you came to this place in your life: what contributed to the pain(s) you are experiencing, so we can better understand your mind, needs, wants, desires, wishes and goals.
I support individuals and couples facing relationship strife, life stage changes, low self-worth, depression and anxiety. They often report feeling directionless, lonely and disconnected from others.
In a non-judgmental and empathic space, we work to understand how you came to this place in your life: what contributed to the pain(s) you are experiencing, so we can better understand your mind, needs, wants, desires, wishes and goals.
Are you feeling the cumulative weight of a high-stress career, or struggling to reconnect with your partner and family? You don't have to carry the burden of performance or duty alone. At Formation Health Services, we recognize that life in demanding fields, such as military and law enforcement, comes with unique challenges that often bleed into home and relationship life. Whether you are managing the toll of hypervigilance, navigating the complexities of deployment cycles, or trying to rebuild intimacy in your relationship, we provide a confidential, non-judgmental space to help you decompress, reset, and thrive.
Are you feeling the cumulative weight of a high-stress career, or struggling to reconnect with your partner and family? You don't have to carry the burden of performance or duty alone. At Formation Health Services, we recognize that life in demanding fields, such as military and law enforcement, comes with unique challenges that often bleed into home and relationship life. Whether you are managing the toll of hypervigilance, navigating the complexities of deployment cycles, or trying to rebuild intimacy in your relationship, we provide a confidential, non-judgmental space to help you decompress, reset, and thrive.
I have been called a "kid whisperer" throughout my career as children and teens often gravitate towards my fun, engaging, understanding, validating, but clinically sound approach to help them want to delve into underlying issues or concerns.
Therapy is one's personal identified journey of trials, tribulations, highs-and-lows, and uncertainty. Clients who gravitate towards me are those who prefer transparency, engagement, no judgement, and genuine validation and assistance on their road to "who they themselves identify they want to be". Clients who work with me realize that days are difficult, as is change; however, they do not mind the reminders and encouraging sessions that enhance and challenge accountability and resiliency.
I have been called a "kid whisperer" throughout my career as children and teens often gravitate towards my fun, engaging, understanding, validating, but clinically sound approach to help them want to delve into underlying issues or concerns.
Therapy is one's personal identified journey of trials, tribulations, highs-and-lows, and uncertainty. Clients who gravitate towards me are those who prefer transparency, engagement, no judgement, and genuine validation and assistance on their road to "who they themselves identify they want to be". Clients who work with me realize that days are difficult, as is change; however, they do not mind the reminders and encouraging sessions that enhance and challenge accountability and resiliency.
I am Beatriz Morales, a Licensed Professional Counselor with clinical practice treating adolescents, families, and children dealing with mood disorders, ADHD, and trauma, as well as adults facing depression and anxiety.
I integrate multiple treatment approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, and solution-focused techniques. I take a holistic approach to counseling, meeting clients where they are. I incorporate CBT, solution-focused techniques, and TF-CBT when needed to assist clients dealing with a variety of issues.
I am Beatriz Morales, a Licensed Professional Counselor with clinical practice treating adolescents, families, and children dealing with mood disorders, ADHD, and trauma, as well as adults facing depression and anxiety.
I integrate multiple treatment approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, and solution-focused techniques. I take a holistic approach to counseling, meeting clients where they are. I incorporate CBT, solution-focused techniques, and TF-CBT when needed to assist clients dealing with a variety of issues.
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FAQ - Teenage and Adolescent Therapists
What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.
How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.
How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.
How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.