Anger Management Therapists in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA
My specialties include PTSD, C-PTSD, trauma, abuse, domestic violence, anxiety, depression, pre-teen and teen mental health, dissociative disorders, family relationships, grief/bereavement, life transitions, military/veteran support, multicultural issues, sex/intimacy/romantic relationships, psychosis, gender identity, LGBTQIA+ support, and anger management
Hi, I'm Brenda Montero, owner and CEO of Tranquility Cove Counseling. If there's one thing I find particularly bothersome, it's when people feel the need to judge others. I can tell you that will not happen should you consider working with me. I am here to provide a safe and non-judgmental environment to ensure you are able to work on healing yourself throughout your journey. The passion I have to help others allowed me to begin my therapeutic journey more than 17 years ago. Throughout the years, I have worked with children, adolescents, families, the elderly, and adults struggling with various mental health challenges.
My specialties include PTSD, C-PTSD, trauma, abuse, domestic violence, anxiety, depression, pre-teen and teen mental health, dissociative disorders, family relationships, grief/bereavement, life transitions, military/veteran support, multicultural issues, sex/intimacy/romantic relationships, psychosis, gender identity, LGBTQIA+ support, and anger management
Hi, I'm Brenda Montero, owner and CEO of Tranquility Cove Counseling. If there's one thing I find particularly bothersome, it's when people feel the need to judge others. I can tell you that will not happen should you consider working with me. I am here to provide a safe and non-judgmental environment to ensure you are able to work on healing yourself throughout your journey. The passion I have to help others allowed me to begin my therapeutic journey more than 17 years ago. Throughout the years, I have worked with children, adolescents, families, the elderly, and adults struggling with various mental health challenges.
I specialize in anxiety, eating disorders, depression, addiction, anger management, and family conflict.
I completed my Master of Arts in Art Therapy at George Washington University. I use various therapeutic modalities, including art therapy, mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy, and exposure response prevention, tailoring each session to meet your needs.
I specialize in anxiety, eating disorders, depression, addiction, anger management, and family conflict.
I completed my Master of Arts in Art Therapy at George Washington University. I use various therapeutic modalities, including art therapy, mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy, and exposure response prevention, tailoring each session to meet your needs.
I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, PTSD, anger issues, parenting issues, career challenges, ODD, ADHD and conduct disorders.
My overall goal is to ensure that I create a welcoming atmosphere that promotes growth and healing.
I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, PTSD, anger issues, parenting issues, career challenges, ODD, ADHD and conduct disorders.
My overall goal is to ensure that I create a welcoming atmosphere that promotes growth and healing.
Naoji Andrew Watson
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I provide individual, couples & family therapy, Group therapy, Social skills training, Anger Management, Psychological assessments,, Educational assessments, Forensic evaluations, and Child custody evaluations.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who is passionate about helping individuals and families. I have lived in many states and in Okinawa, Japan, and in Virginia most recently. My diverse military and family background led me to undergraduate studies at The Pennsylvania State University, and doctoral degree in Psychology at Argosy University where I developed a special interest in multicultural competency and mental health treatment. I have over 15 years of clinical experience and find collaborative work essential with other mental and health professionals in order to provide the highest level of care in treating the whole person.
I provide individual, couples & family therapy, Group therapy, Social skills training, Anger Management, Psychological assessments,, Educational assessments, Forensic evaluations, and Child custody evaluations.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who is passionate about helping individuals and families. I have lived in many states and in Okinawa, Japan, and in Virginia most recently. My diverse military and family background led me to undergraduate studies at The Pennsylvania State University, and doctoral degree in Psychology at Argosy University where I developed a special interest in multicultural competency and mental health treatment. I have over 15 years of clinical experience and find collaborative work essential with other mental and health professionals in order to provide the highest level of care in treating the whole person.
These hardships force us to neglect our emotions, resulting in depression, anxiety, anger and more.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and I am a strong advocate for individuals of all demographics, with a particular interest in minority groups. I am an empathetic listener who builds rapport quickly and efficiently with her clients.
These hardships force us to neglect our emotions, resulting in depression, anxiety, anger and more.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and I am a strong advocate for individuals of all demographics, with a particular interest in minority groups. I am an empathetic listener who builds rapport quickly and efficiently with her clients.
I specialize in helping manage issues of depression, anxiety, women issues, anger management, self-esteem, behavior issues, ADHD, adjustment/military, and trauma through a safe and supportive environment.
I strive to help individuals meet their full potential with compassion and warmth. I encourage open and honest dialogue as I have a non-judgmental, welcoming atmosphere. In a collaborative effort, we will realistically set goals with noticeable measures of progress to set the client up for success.
I specialize in helping manage issues of depression, anxiety, women issues, anger management, self-esteem, behavior issues, ADHD, adjustment/military, and trauma through a safe and supportive environment.
I strive to help individuals meet their full potential with compassion and warmth. I encourage open and honest dialogue as I have a non-judgmental, welcoming atmosphere. In a collaborative effort, we will realistically set goals with noticeable measures of progress to set the client up for success.
Whether you are experiencing anxiety about upcoming decisions, anger from being wronged, avoidance due to past trauma, addictive behaviors to cope, or depression limiting your actions I will help you connect to the parts of you that are causing difficulties in a nonjudgmental way that allows for healing the root cause.
What if you could deeply connect with people, trust yourself fully, and wake up excited for life? Difficult life events led you to coping in ways that were vital for surviving in the past, but now they are holding you back from living the life you want. I offer the opportunity for change. I can help you understand these protective parts of yourself, and gain a deeper Self awareness. By working together, we can heal the parts of you that are stuck in the past, and have kept you from moving forward. These parts show up as addiction, anxiety, depression, & self sabotage to distract from the pain beneath.
Whether you are experiencing anxiety about upcoming decisions, anger from being wronged, avoidance due to past trauma, addictive behaviors to cope, or depression limiting your actions I will help you connect to the parts of you that are causing difficulties in a nonjudgmental way that allows for healing the root cause.
What if you could deeply connect with people, trust yourself fully, and wake up excited for life? Difficult life events led you to coping in ways that were vital for surviving in the past, but now they are holding you back from living the life you want. I offer the opportunity for change. I can help you understand these protective parts of yourself, and gain a deeper Self awareness. By working together, we can heal the parts of you that are stuck in the past, and have kept you from moving forward. These parts show up as addiction, anxiety, depression, & self sabotage to distract from the pain beneath.
I have experience working with anger, anxiety, grief, life transitions, work-related stress, and interpersonal relationships.
I'm an LPC in VA and TX, and I approach therapy with a focus on the unique individual, as their story and experiences are valid and central to the collaborative work. I pull from a comprehensive, person-centered approach to therapy, prioritizing the overall well-being of the client that maintains alignment with their personal goals. I value effective, evidence-based methodology by staying up-to-date and educated on relevant studies and research. I often integrate several types of therapies, including family systems, psychodynamic, CBT, mindfulness-based, holistic-focused, solution-focused, and emotionally focused methods.
I have experience working with anger, anxiety, grief, life transitions, work-related stress, and interpersonal relationships.
I'm an LPC in VA and TX, and I approach therapy with a focus on the unique individual, as their story and experiences are valid and central to the collaborative work. I pull from a comprehensive, person-centered approach to therapy, prioritizing the overall well-being of the client that maintains alignment with their personal goals. I value effective, evidence-based methodology by staying up-to-date and educated on relevant studies and research. I often integrate several types of therapies, including family systems, psychodynamic, CBT, mindfulness-based, holistic-focused, solution-focused, and emotionally focused methods.
Sometimes the assistance of a trained professional can help you get past the roadblocks in life that could be holding you back from reaching your goals. I use a variety of clinical tools dependent upon each individual's goals and unique needs. I have been a social worker for over 20 years, and have a wealth of knowledge and experience working with individuals, adolescents and families.
Sometimes the assistance of a trained professional can help you get past the roadblocks in life that could be holding you back from reaching your goals. I use a variety of clinical tools dependent upon each individual's goals and unique needs. I have been a social worker for over 20 years, and have a wealth of knowledge and experience working with individuals, adolescents and families.
Hi, my name is Debbie Kirkwood, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor. Having been in the mental health field for over 20 years, I have worked with many people of every age group and from various backgrounds and cultures. My focuses are Anxiety, Job Stress, Life Coaching, Stress, and Relationship Issues. I use Coaching, Person-Centered, Solution Focused Brief (SFBT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), and Supportive. I believe in meeting the client where they are and not where I want them to be.
Hi, my name is Debbie Kirkwood, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor. Having been in the mental health field for over 20 years, I have worked with many people of every age group and from various backgrounds and cultures. My focuses are Anxiety, Job Stress, Life Coaching, Stress, and Relationship Issues. I use Coaching, Person-Centered, Solution Focused Brief (SFBT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), and Supportive. I believe in meeting the client where they are and not where I want them to be.
I'm so glad you're here! I believe that we all have the potential to be our best selves, and it is my honor and privilege to help you get there. I am a licensed professional counselor with 16 years of experience in the mental health field. I am also a licensed Substance Abuse practitioner and certified sex offender treatment provider. I have extensive training and experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. My therapy practice is based on cognitive-behavioral principles from a client-centered perspective. As a therapist, I aim to help you rediscover your life's balance.
I'm so glad you're here! I believe that we all have the potential to be our best selves, and it is my honor and privilege to help you get there. I am a licensed professional counselor with 16 years of experience in the mental health field. I am also a licensed Substance Abuse practitioner and certified sex offender treatment provider. I have extensive training and experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. My therapy practice is based on cognitive-behavioral principles from a client-centered perspective. As a therapist, I aim to help you rediscover your life's balance.
Meet Our Anger Management Therapists
I am a bilingual licensed therapist who enjoys working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. I strive to provide a non-judgmental, safe therapeutic place where we can explore your fears, thoughts and feelings. I will support you in therapy to best meet your goals and dreams.
I am a bilingual licensed therapist who enjoys working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. I strive to provide a non-judgmental, safe therapeutic place where we can explore your fears, thoughts and feelings. I will support you in therapy to best meet your goals and dreams.
Are you going through a difficult time and unsure how to navigate it? Are you looking for a safe space to vent and be free to express yourself? Are you struggling with “societal norms?” Are you and your partner in need of additional support or guidance? If any of these questions apply to you, I would love to assist with your therapeutic journey today. My top priorities are empowerment, acceptance, inclusivity and growth. I offer a safe, culturally sensitive space for you to be vulnerable, validation of your feelings and experiences, and support in managing your emotions.
Are you going through a difficult time and unsure how to navigate it? Are you looking for a safe space to vent and be free to express yourself? Are you struggling with “societal norms?” Are you and your partner in need of additional support or guidance? If any of these questions apply to you, I would love to assist with your therapeutic journey today. My top priorities are empowerment, acceptance, inclusivity and growth. I offer a safe, culturally sensitive space for you to be vulnerable, validation of your feelings and experiences, and support in managing your emotions.
Congratulations on taking the courageous step towards positive change. I'm Dr. Vester Appiah, and I'm here to provide you with specialized support on your journey to well-being. With over a decade of experience, my passion lies in offering compassionate counseling to individuals of all age groups. Whether you're a teenager navigating the complexities of youth, a young adult grappling with life's transitions, or an experienced individual seeking personal growth and healing, I'm here to walk with you every step of the way.
Congratulations on taking the courageous step towards positive change. I'm Dr. Vester Appiah, and I'm here to provide you with specialized support on your journey to well-being. With over a decade of experience, my passion lies in offering compassionate counseling to individuals of all age groups. Whether you're a teenager navigating the complexities of youth, a young adult grappling with life's transitions, or an experienced individual seeking personal growth and healing, I'm here to walk with you every step of the way.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the commonwealth of Virginia, I have 15 years experience partnering with adults, children, couples, and families, seeking help with adjusting to life transitions, depression, anxiety, relationship issues and long lasting mental health challenges. I completed my Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. I value a person-centered, collaborative and integrative approach to treatment.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the commonwealth of Virginia, I have 15 years experience partnering with adults, children, couples, and families, seeking help with adjusting to life transitions, depression, anxiety, relationship issues and long lasting mental health challenges. I completed my Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. I value a person-centered, collaborative and integrative approach to treatment.
Finding someone to share your experiences with, whom you can trust is an important step in your journey. I believe challenging times and experiences offer you the greatest potential to create the life you have wanted and dreamt of. While reaching out for help is often the first and most difficult steps to initiating change in our lives and moving toward wholeness, I am so glad that you are here!
Finding someone to share your experiences with, whom you can trust is an important step in your journey. I believe challenging times and experiences offer you the greatest potential to create the life you have wanted and dreamt of. While reaching out for help is often the first and most difficult steps to initiating change in our lives and moving toward wholeness, I am so glad that you are here!
I have been working with both adolescents and adults for more than a decade and still love my job. Being a licensed therapist is actually my third career choice that followed careers in Oceanography and Motorsports. Although the first two careers were exciting, having the opportunity to help people heal makes this career the most rewarding. I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from the University of Florida (1985), a Master of Marine Science from University of South Florida (1996) and Master of Arts in Counseling from Liberty University (2007).
I have been working with both adolescents and adults for more than a decade and still love my job. Being a licensed therapist is actually my third career choice that followed careers in Oceanography and Motorsports. Although the first two careers were exciting, having the opportunity to help people heal makes this career the most rewarding. I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from the University of Florida (1985), a Master of Marine Science from University of South Florida (1996) and Master of Arts in Counseling from Liberty University (2007).
Michael Payne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
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.
Adam C. Prestegord
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, LCSW-C, CST
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Potomac West, Alexandria, VA 22305
Sex, identity, and relationships can be integral parts of our lives. However, shame, miscommunication, and other life stress might prevent us from having the connections we want. Although these frustrations may seem insurmountable at times, change is possible. Looking for a therapist is a positive first step. Whether you are looking to gain personal insight, develop coping strategies, or improve your relationships and sexual functioning, we can work together to achieve your goals. I work with individuals and couples. I am licensed in VA, DC, and MD and certified as a sex therapist by AASECT.
Sex, identity, and relationships can be integral parts of our lives. However, shame, miscommunication, and other life stress might prevent us from having the connections we want. Although these frustrations may seem insurmountable at times, change is possible. Looking for a therapist is a positive first step. Whether you are looking to gain personal insight, develop coping strategies, or improve your relationships and sexual functioning, we can work together to achieve your goals. I work with individuals and couples. I am licensed in VA, DC, and MD and certified as a sex therapist by AASECT.
You may be fastened in depression, anxiety, stress, grief, and/or life transitions, but you have the innate strength needed to thrive to live the meaningful life that you desire and deserve to live. This is your time for healing and growth. Finding the right therapist to collaborate with to explore appropriate treatment and solutions is most important. My intention is to provide a safe, accepting, and respectful environment for addressing your concerns.
You may be fastened in depression, anxiety, stress, grief, and/or life transitions, but you have the innate strength needed to thrive to live the meaningful life that you desire and deserve to live. This is your time for healing and growth. Finding the right therapist to collaborate with to explore appropriate treatment and solutions is most important. My intention is to provide a safe, accepting, and respectful environment for addressing your concerns.
