Brainspotting Therapists in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA
" Ask me about EMDR, IFS, brainspotting, and we can explore what would work best for you.
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.
" Ask me about EMDR, IFS, brainspotting, and we can explore what would work best for you.
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.
Sammy Kirk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
3 Endorsed
Potomac West, Alexandria, VA 22301
We’ll use various methods, including IFS, EMDR, & brainspotting to help you heal.
Do you have a sense that something about your childhood is affecting you as an adult? Maybe you can put your finger on exactly what it is, or maybe you are just seeing patterns in your life & relationships that have you wondering if there’s something deeper behind it. Past therapy experiences may have been helpful in some ways, but you seem to keep getting stuck. It feels like anxiety and self-doubt are the ones controlling the direction of your life, not what is true and authentic to you. You’re ready to address these things at the source, so you can finally work with your inner critic and regain control of your life.
We’ll use various methods, including IFS, EMDR, & brainspotting to help you heal.
Do you have a sense that something about your childhood is affecting you as an adult? Maybe you can put your finger on exactly what it is, or maybe you are just seeing patterns in your life & relationships that have you wondering if there’s something deeper behind it. Past therapy experiences may have been helpful in some ways, but you seem to keep getting stuck. It feels like anxiety and self-doubt are the ones controlling the direction of your life, not what is true and authentic to you. You’re ready to address these things at the source, so you can finally work with your inner critic and regain control of your life.
I offer neurodiversity-affirming trauma therapy (IFS-informed EMDR, Brainspotting) that is relational and integrative.
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 offer neurodiversity-affirming trauma therapy (IFS-informed EMDR, Brainspotting) that is relational and integrative.
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.
Utilizing somatic therapies such as Brainspotting, IFS, Somatic Experiencing, and Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy.
So many of us have had to disconnect from ourselves to survive in some way, often due difficult experiences that overwhelmed our capacity to cope. As a result, you may be finding that the way you relate to yourself is negatively impacting how you show up in your life and relationships. Perhaps you find yourself engaging in patterns that are harming you, despite efforts to stop—leaving you feeling stuck, alone, or even broken. I'm here to help you find new ways of relating to yourself, and equip you with tools for navigating life more effectively. Whatever it is that brings you to therapy, we will work together to find healing.
Utilizing somatic therapies such as Brainspotting, IFS, Somatic Experiencing, and Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy.
So many of us have had to disconnect from ourselves to survive in some way, often due difficult experiences that overwhelmed our capacity to cope. As a result, you may be finding that the way you relate to yourself is negatively impacting how you show up in your life and relationships. Perhaps you find yourself engaging in patterns that are harming you, despite efforts to stop—leaving you feeling stuck, alone, or even broken. I'm here to help you find new ways of relating to yourself, and equip you with tools for navigating life more effectively. Whatever it is that brings you to therapy, we will work together to find healing.
Don't miss out on having the life you really want. Stop just surviving or slugging through, hoping that one day you get around to feeling good. Fast-forward to your future of having relationship happiness, career success, well-being, wealth, inner peace, etc.. We don’t just help you manage anxiety, depression, and stress, we empower you to build lasting happiness. Yes, I'm saying we can support you in getting the amazing life you deserve. We haven't met yet, but you're worth it.
Don't miss out on having the life you really want. Stop just surviving or slugging through, hoping that one day you get around to feeling good. Fast-forward to your future of having relationship happiness, career success, well-being, wealth, inner peace, etc.. We don’t just help you manage anxiety, depression, and stress, we empower you to build lasting happiness. Yes, I'm saying we can support you in getting the amazing life you deserve. We haven't met yet, but you're worth it.
Additionally, I offer Brainspotting to help process trauma.
Are you struggling in your relationship? Relationships can be challenging, yet they are also one of the greatest sources of joy and fulfillment in life. The connections we build with our partners and families hold deep meaning and shape our overall well-being. I believe that the quality of our lives is deeply connected to the quality of our relationships. I specialize in relationship issues, family conflicts, and relational trauma. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I provide support to individuals and couples in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Virginia, and Florida.
Additionally, I offer Brainspotting to help process trauma.
Are you struggling in your relationship? Relationships can be challenging, yet they are also one of the greatest sources of joy and fulfillment in life. The connections we build with our partners and families hold deep meaning and shape our overall well-being. I believe that the quality of our lives is deeply connected to the quality of our relationships. I specialize in relationship issues, family conflicts, and relational trauma. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I provide support to individuals and couples in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Virginia, and Florida.
We'll use EMDR, IFS, Brainspotting, somatic and psychedelic therapy to work with your unique patterns and parts.
Are you the one who everyone relies on, exhausted by chronic stress, burnout, and guilt that creeps into everything? You can't "just relax," because everything will fall apart, so you also can't stop giving. Maybe this need for control is actually a need for safety, rooted in old wounds and unaddressed trauma. And your sensitivity and anger? Totally valid.
You want an easier, more confident life. You know it's out there. More security, love, and energy in your relationships, with less irritation and resentment. You can have it. With personalized grief, trauma, and EMDR therapy, you can live with less control and more comfort.
We'll use EMDR, IFS, Brainspotting, somatic and psychedelic therapy to work with your unique patterns and parts.
Are you the one who everyone relies on, exhausted by chronic stress, burnout, and guilt that creeps into everything? You can't "just relax," because everything will fall apart, so you also can't stop giving. Maybe this need for control is actually a need for safety, rooted in old wounds and unaddressed trauma. And your sensitivity and anger? Totally valid.
You want an easier, more confident life. You know it's out there. More security, love, and energy in your relationships, with less irritation and resentment. You can have it. With personalized grief, trauma, and EMDR therapy, you can live with less control and more comfort.
Hello, I am a certified EMDR and Brainspotting Practitioner licensed in Maryland and Virginia.
I can help by using techniques such as Brainspotting and or EMDR to help rewire your brain and body. My specialty is helping individuals and families move from dysregulation to regulation.
Hello, I am a certified EMDR and Brainspotting Practitioner licensed in Maryland and Virginia.
I can help by using techniques such as Brainspotting and or EMDR to help rewire your brain and body. My specialty is helping individuals and families move from dysregulation to regulation.
You're a woman who holds it all together—but inside, you're overwhelmed, anxious, and stuck in survival mode. You're tired of feeling confused about money, guilty about resting, and unsure how to break free from perpetual cycles that you can't seem to break away from; You want peace, clarity and support that sees all of you. You’re ready to heal your relationship with money, stop overthinking, and finally feel in control—emotionally and financially. It's time to shift the chaos into confidence. You can do it and we are here to help.
You're a woman who holds it all together—but inside, you're overwhelmed, anxious, and stuck in survival mode. You're tired of feeling confused about money, guilty about resting, and unsure how to break free from perpetual cycles that you can't seem to break away from; You want peace, clarity and support that sees all of you. You’re ready to heal your relationship with money, stop overthinking, and finally feel in control—emotionally and financially. It's time to shift the chaos into confidence. You can do it and we are here to help.
Tiffany Bufort-Odom
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC, CCTP, ACS
12 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
My name is Tiffany and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and a Certified EMDR & Brainspotting Therapist.
Gabby Douglas said it best "Hard days are the best because that's when champions are made." Are you struggling with managing daily stressors? Have you gone through a traumatic event and ready to take back your power? Therapy provides a place for you to work on your healing process. It's a powerful and rewarding journey. Remember, your life is your canvas, and you are the masterpiece. If you are ready for this next step, I would be honored to be a part of your journey.
My name is Tiffany and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and a Certified EMDR & Brainspotting Therapist.
Gabby Douglas said it best "Hard days are the best because that's when champions are made." Are you struggling with managing daily stressors? Have you gone through a traumatic event and ready to take back your power? Therapy provides a place for you to work on your healing process. It's a powerful and rewarding journey. Remember, your life is your canvas, and you are the masterpiece. If you are ready for this next step, I would be honored to be a part of your journey.
ADHD Certified Clinical Services Provider; Brainspotting level 2 training; Advanced training in Hypnotherapy, Gottman level 1 Relationship Counseling training
Do you feel "drained" after interacting with certain people? Are you working on building healthier relationships and boundaries? Are you navigating a major life transition or event? Are you a high-functioning person who feels "stuck" in certain areas of your life or that you are "not living up to your potential"? Many of my clients identify as creative, intuitive, and empathic. Clients who choose to work with me are often seeking a more fulfilling and authentic life, working through layers of internalized conditioning, and healing old wounds that are standing in the way of fully embracing and loving themselves and their lives.
ADHD Certified Clinical Services Provider; Brainspotting level 2 training; Advanced training in Hypnotherapy, Gottman level 1 Relationship Counseling training
Do you feel "drained" after interacting with certain people? Are you working on building healthier relationships and boundaries? Are you navigating a major life transition or event? Are you a high-functioning person who feels "stuck" in certain areas of your life or that you are "not living up to your potential"? Many of my clients identify as creative, intuitive, and empathic. Clients who choose to work with me are often seeking a more fulfilling and authentic life, working through layers of internalized conditioning, and healing old wounds that are standing in the way of fully embracing and loving themselves and their lives.
Online Therapists
Kindred Tree Healing Center, llc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22314
We offer EMDR, Brainspotting, Neurofeedback, Play Therapy, Expressive Arts, Sandtray Therapy, Yoga, Reiki, and Ayurveda.
At Kindred Tree Healing Center, we provide holistic psychotherapy, yoga, reiki, and other healing based services. We help individuals overcome trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, and other life stressors. We operate from an attachment based lens, and are a social justice allied practice.
We offer EMDR, Brainspotting, Neurofeedback, Play Therapy, Expressive Arts, Sandtray Therapy, Yoga, Reiki, and Ayurveda.
At Kindred Tree Healing Center, we provide holistic psychotherapy, yoga, reiki, and other healing based services. We help individuals overcome trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, and other life stressors. We operate from an attachment based lens, and are a social justice allied practice.
My extensive training and experience in proven trauma therapies such as EMDR, IFS, Brainspotting & somatic therapy allows me to help adults heal their inner child from complex trauma experiences, explore all aspects of themselves to become more self-actualized versions of themselves, leave intergenerational trauma behind & reframe themselves as survivors.
Have you found yourself overwhelmed by the weight of past trauma either from childhood abuse, intergenerational trauma, or sexual assault & feeling stuck with the memories playing out in your head? Or maybe you’ve been saying “I need to get back to my old self,” or “I’ve been dealing with a lot lately” & hoping for the insight or tools to change that? I work with adults, veterans & LGBTQIA folks just like you: ones that have it within them to thrive again after trauma & life challenges, but just need the support to tap into their strengths to get there or support gathering & sorting pieces of life to make sense of everything.
My extensive training and experience in proven trauma therapies such as EMDR, IFS, Brainspotting & somatic therapy allows me to help adults heal their inner child from complex trauma experiences, explore all aspects of themselves to become more self-actualized versions of themselves, leave intergenerational trauma behind & reframe themselves as survivors.
Have you found yourself overwhelmed by the weight of past trauma either from childhood abuse, intergenerational trauma, or sexual assault & feeling stuck with the memories playing out in your head? Or maybe you’ve been saying “I need to get back to my old self,” or “I’ve been dealing with a lot lately” & hoping for the insight or tools to change that? I work with adults, veterans & LGBTQIA folks just like you: ones that have it within them to thrive again after trauma & life challenges, but just need the support to tap into their strengths to get there or support gathering & sorting pieces of life to make sense of everything.
I am a mental health professional with a deep commitment to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and heal from emotional pain. I specialize in working with people experiencing anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, trauma histories, and difficult life transitions. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of your next step, I aim to provide a safe, supportive space where you can feel seen and understood.
I am a mental health professional with a deep commitment to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and heal from emotional pain. I specialize in working with people experiencing anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, trauma histories, and difficult life transitions. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of your next step, I aim to provide a safe, supportive space where you can feel seen and understood.
I understand what it’s like to feel overwhelmed yet motivated—high-functioning but stuck in survival mode. Whether you’re navigating postpartum anxiety, OCD, ADHD, teen stress, relationship strain, or substance use, I’m here to support you. I know how hard it can be to struggle with intrusive thoughts, shame, or emotional overwhelm. Together, we’ll work toward relief, practical tools, and clarity, helping you regain control and live a life aligned with your values.
I understand what it’s like to feel overwhelmed yet motivated—high-functioning but stuck in survival mode. Whether you’re navigating postpartum anxiety, OCD, ADHD, teen stress, relationship strain, or substance use, I’m here to support you. I know how hard it can be to struggle with intrusive thoughts, shame, or emotional overwhelm. Together, we’ll work toward relief, practical tools, and clarity, helping you regain control and live a life aligned with your values.
Certified in Perinatal Mental Health with advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therpy and Brainspotting, I offer powerful, evidence-based support for lasting change.
I help those navigating pregnancy, parenthood, infertility, birth trauma, NICU stays, or child loss. Whether you're in a difficult season or struggling to make meaning of life events, therapy is an investment and an act of kindness for yourself and your family. I hold on to hope when things feel bleak, celebrating your clarity and glimmers of joy. As a first-generation bilingual Guatemalan immigrant, I understand the challenge of finding a provider who feels safe. I am culturally aware, inclusive, and ready to walk with you. Let’s find your path to healing together. You don’t have to carry this alone.
Certified in Perinatal Mental Health with advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therpy and Brainspotting, I offer powerful, evidence-based support for lasting change.
I help those navigating pregnancy, parenthood, infertility, birth trauma, NICU stays, or child loss. Whether you're in a difficult season or struggling to make meaning of life events, therapy is an investment and an act of kindness for yourself and your family. I hold on to hope when things feel bleak, celebrating your clarity and glimmers of joy. As a first-generation bilingual Guatemalan immigrant, I understand the challenge of finding a provider who feels safe. I am culturally aware, inclusive, and ready to walk with you. Let’s find your path to healing together. You don’t have to carry this alone.
Do you question whether it is safe to prioritize your own healing? Maybe you’ve been feeling caught in the undertow of people pleasing patterns in your relationships, unsure of how to find your way to shore. Perhaps the negative load you carry around feels heavy, while trying to keep your head above water. You seek a sense of self-empowerment and confidence to make decisions, without consulting several friends or family members first. You want to be familiar with various ways to soothe anxiety. You’d like to be able to offer yourself that darn self-compassion, without cringing or feeling discomfort in the process.
Do you question whether it is safe to prioritize your own healing? Maybe you’ve been feeling caught in the undertow of people pleasing patterns in your relationships, unsure of how to find your way to shore. Perhaps the negative load you carry around feels heavy, while trying to keep your head above water. You seek a sense of self-empowerment and confidence to make decisions, without consulting several friends or family members first. You want to be familiar with various ways to soothe anxiety. You’d like to be able to offer yourself that darn self-compassion, without cringing or feeling discomfort in the process.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, panic feelings or emotional triggers from your past? Are your relationships less fulfilling than you want them to be? Is there a part of you that is wounded from poor communication and feelings of resentment? Are these feelings negatively affecting your relationship or sex life? Do you feel stuck or find yourself repeating patterns? If so, I can help. My expertise is in individual and relationship counseling, trauma, affair recovery, break-up stabilization, sex therapy, decreased sexual function/frequency, and sexual abuse/assault.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, panic feelings or emotional triggers from your past? Are your relationships less fulfilling than you want them to be? Is there a part of you that is wounded from poor communication and feelings of resentment? Are these feelings negatively affecting your relationship or sex life? Do you feel stuck or find yourself repeating patterns? If so, I can help. My expertise is in individual and relationship counseling, trauma, affair recovery, break-up stabilization, sex therapy, decreased sexual function/frequency, and sexual abuse/assault.
I use play therapy, sandtray therapy, and expressive arts and combine that with neuroscience based approaches like Brainspotting.
Is your child feeling stuck in a whirlwind of big emotions or struggling to find their way?
I specialize in helping kids, preteens, and teens navigate the rollercoaster of emotional ups and downs. Whether it’s outbursts of anger, perfectionism, or that little voice of negative self-talk, I’m here to create a space where your child can untangle their feelings and learn to thrive. Therapy with me is a blend of creativity, warmth, and evidence-based tools designed to meet them where they are—and take them where they want to go. I will help your child feel safe, supported, and—dare I say it—excited to explore their emotions!
I use play therapy, sandtray therapy, and expressive arts and combine that with neuroscience based approaches like Brainspotting.
Is your child feeling stuck in a whirlwind of big emotions or struggling to find their way?
I specialize in helping kids, preteens, and teens navigate the rollercoaster of emotional ups and downs. Whether it’s outbursts of anger, perfectionism, or that little voice of negative self-talk, I’m here to create a space where your child can untangle their feelings and learn to thrive. Therapy with me is a blend of creativity, warmth, and evidence-based tools designed to meet them where they are—and take them where they want to go. I will help your child feel safe, supported, and—dare I say it—excited to explore their emotions!
Integrating Emotionally Focused Therapy and Internal Family Systems—both empirically researched models—with Brainspotting, I resolve deep triggers logic cannot reach.
High-performance lives demand high-performance relationships. For driven professionals, navigating complex systems is second nature—yet intimacy and conflict often follow a different set of rules. If you’re feeling misaligned or misunderstood in your personal life, it’s time to bridge the gap between your professional success and your relational health. You deserve a space as strategic and nuanced as your career. Let’s evolve your personal world to match your professional excellence.
Integrating Emotionally Focused Therapy and Internal Family Systems—both empirically researched models—with Brainspotting, I resolve deep triggers logic cannot reach.
High-performance lives demand high-performance relationships. For driven professionals, navigating complex systems is second nature—yet intimacy and conflict often follow a different set of rules. If you’re feeling misaligned or misunderstood in your personal life, it’s time to bridge the gap between your professional success and your relational health. You deserve a space as strategic and nuanced as your career. Let’s evolve your personal world to match your professional excellence.
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Brainspotting Therapists
How does brainspotting work?
Brainspotting works by using eye positioning to identify and process traumatic memories so that a client is better able to move forward and live with less fear. The theory behind brainspotting is that by identifying where a person looks when thinking of traumatic memories, a therapist will be able to guide them to focus on that spot and work with the client to get them out of the “fight, flight, freeze” response associated with the traumatic memory.
Is brainspotting an evidence-based therapy?
Brainspotting is a theory-based alternative therapy. It is one of the newest forms of treatment, so very little research has been completed that examines the mechanism by which it works. The theory behind brainspotting is that eye position can be linked to areas of the brain that store and process memory.
How effective is brainspotting?
Because it is such a new treatment, the effectiveness of brainspotting cannot be quantified. Some people have found it to be effective on its own, or in conjunction with other types of therapy. It is considered an alternative therapy, and it is popular with people for whom more traditional therapies have proven ineffective.
How long does brainspotting take to work?
A typical brainspotting session will last between 60 to 90 minutes. There is no required number of sessions needed to complete brainspotting therapy, but in many cases it is delivered over the course of about six sessions. Clients are encouraged to rate their level of distress prior to a session and again following a session, and to track progress.