Couples Counseling Therapists in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA

If you do not have those insurances, it is $80/ 45 minute session , Couples therapy $115/ 50 minute session.
Therapy can serve as a comforting space for individuals to begin the healing process and make positive changes for a more fulfilling life. My passion is working with young people, couples and families by helping them grow and find their strengths. Being a mother of three, with over 15 years of educating preschool through high school age children, including those with special needs and behavioral difficulties I can understand many of the issues that bring families to counseling. I provide a safe and nonjudgmental environment for LGBTQ+ teens, individuals and couples to explore their emotional and psychological needs. EMDR trained.
If you do not have those insurances, it is $80/ 45 minute session , Couples therapy $115/ 50 minute session.
Therapy can serve as a comforting space for individuals to begin the healing process and make positive changes for a more fulfilling life. My passion is working with young people, couples and families by helping them grow and find their strengths. Being a mother of three, with over 15 years of educating preschool through high school age children, including those with special needs and behavioral difficulties I can understand many of the issues that bring families to counseling. I provide a safe and nonjudgmental environment for LGBTQ+ teens, individuals and couples to explore their emotional and psychological needs. EMDR trained.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is passionate about providing support and creating a safe, empathetic, and nonjudgmental environment for individuals and couples to share their experiences.
I like working with individuals and couples. I have over 17 years of experience and treat individuals with the following issues: stress management, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, family separation, adjustment issues and life transition problems, and marital/ partner issues.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is passionate about providing support and creating a safe, empathetic, and nonjudgmental environment for individuals and couples to share their experiences.
I like working with individuals and couples. I have over 17 years of experience and treat individuals with the following issues: stress management, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, family separation, adjustment issues and life transition problems, and marital/ partner issues.

I specialize in adolescent/young adult concerns, couples therapy, working within the LGBTQ+ communities and other nontraditional relationships.
This is a difficult time in the world. We all need support and a safe space to be heard and to discover new tools and skills to move forward in a more wholistic way. I work in collaboration with clients, honoring that we each have the resources within us to move forward with intention and self compassion.
I specialize in adolescent/young adult concerns, couples therapy, working within the LGBTQ+ communities and other nontraditional relationships.
This is a difficult time in the world. We all need support and a safe space to be heard and to discover new tools and skills to move forward in a more wholistic way. I work in collaboration with clients, honoring that we each have the resources within us to move forward with intention and self compassion.

Together we can address challenges from anger, anxiety and depression to family history, relationship and parenting issues.
My areas of specialty include trauma/PTSD, substance use recovery and behavioral health concerns, and working with neurodivergent adults and parents of neurodivergent young people. I also love helping couples (including mixed-neurotype couples) learn to understand each other better. I offer individual & couples therapy, parent coaching, & recovery coaching.
Together we can address challenges from anger, anxiety and depression to family history, relationship and parenting issues.
My areas of specialty include trauma/PTSD, substance use recovery and behavioral health concerns, and working with neurodivergent adults and parents of neurodivergent young people. I also love helping couples (including mixed-neurotype couples) learn to understand each other better. I offer individual & couples therapy, parent coaching, & recovery coaching.

” Are you and your partner in need of additional support or guidance?
I work with adults, couples, and families. I have experience working in community agencies and in the home.. I provide evidence based interventions, personalized therapeutic services, and highly supportive counseling to clients experiencing Anxiety, Trauma, Depression and more.
” Are you and your partner in need of additional support or guidance?
I work with adults, couples, and families. I have experience working in community agencies and in the home.. I provide evidence based interventions, personalized therapeutic services, and highly supportive counseling to clients experiencing Anxiety, Trauma, Depression and more.

I'm a neurodivergent therapist who works with couples, teens, parents, women empowerment, LGBTQIA+, ADHD, and kink communities.
When you work with me, I meet you where you are, focusing on what’s happening in your life and relationships right now while also exploring how your past shapes your present. Whether you're an individual or a couple, I create a supportive, gender-affirming space where we can dig deep together.
I'm a neurodivergent therapist who works with couples, teens, parents, women empowerment, LGBTQIA+, ADHD, and kink communities.
When you work with me, I meet you where you are, focusing on what’s happening in your life and relationships right now while also exploring how your past shapes your present. Whether you're an individual or a couple, I create a supportive, gender-affirming space where we can dig deep together.

The most prominent skill used in session is relationship building as the therapeutic alliance the vehicle for therapies such as DBT, trauma-focused counseling, domestic violence counseling, and addiction counseling.
Rachel Townes, MA, LPC, ACS, CCTP. Counseling is building relationships that produce strength based behaviors for healing and recovery. My preferred modalities are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Solution Focused Therapy, and other therapies for addictions counseling, trauma-informed care, and family relational matters. I have an extensive experience in addressing matters of addiction, familial discord, trauma, serious mental illness, crisis intervention, and life stage conflicts.
The most prominent skill used in session is relationship building as the therapeutic alliance the vehicle for therapies such as DBT, trauma-focused counseling, domestic violence counseling, and addiction counseling.
Rachel Townes, MA, LPC, ACS, CCTP. Counseling is building relationships that produce strength based behaviors for healing and recovery. My preferred modalities are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Solution Focused Therapy, and other therapies for addictions counseling, trauma-informed care, and family relational matters. I have an extensive experience in addressing matters of addiction, familial discord, trauma, serious mental illness, crisis intervention, and life stage conflicts.

I work with adults, individuals, couples, and families that have or had experienced adverse childhood experiences (abuse, neglect, etc.), a traumatic event, or events.
I use a combination of trauma-focus modalities. Psychoeducation, Sensimotor, Internal family systems, and mindfulness are strongly used in combination with others. I do not have clients walk me through the details of their trauma. I focus on working with clients to identify triggers and reduce the intensity, duration, and frequency of symptoms.
I work with adults, individuals, couples, and families that have or had experienced adverse childhood experiences (abuse, neglect, etc.), a traumatic event, or events.
I use a combination of trauma-focus modalities. Psychoeducation, Sensimotor, Internal family systems, and mindfulness are strongly used in combination with others. I do not have clients walk me through the details of their trauma. I focus on working with clients to identify triggers and reduce the intensity, duration, and frequency of symptoms.

I have a variety of experiences, but I specialize in stress and anxiety, relationship challenges, marriage, self-worth challenges, and spiritual challenges.
I have worked with a wide range of people in terms of age, presenting challenge(s), cultural background, and beliefs. I have particularly strong experience with folks struggling with anxiety and stress, depression, shame, self-esteem or self-worth, relationship difficulties, marital concerns, and spiritual concerns.
I have a variety of experiences, but I specialize in stress and anxiety, relationship challenges, marriage, self-worth challenges, and spiritual challenges.
I have worked with a wide range of people in terms of age, presenting challenge(s), cultural background, and beliefs. I have particularly strong experience with folks struggling with anxiety and stress, depression, shame, self-esteem or self-worth, relationship difficulties, marital concerns, and spiritual concerns.

The core focus is on building a strong therapeutic relationship, fostering self-awareness, and developing practical coping strategies to manage life's challenges.
I have worked with clients ages 5-75 years of age. In addition, I have worked with persons who had anxiety, depression, PTSD, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, bipolar, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), major depressive disorder (MDD), and substance abuse disorder. I am comfortable working with any of the above diagnoses.
The core focus is on building a strong therapeutic relationship, fostering self-awareness, and developing practical coping strategies to manage life's challenges.
I have worked with clients ages 5-75 years of age. In addition, I have worked with persons who had anxiety, depression, PTSD, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, bipolar, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), major depressive disorder (MDD), and substance abuse disorder. I am comfortable working with any of the above diagnoses.

I enjoy working with couples, families, and individuals, as my approach considers our contexts and importance of foundational relationships.
I believe therapy is your space. I will work as part of your team to help you realize and accomplish your goals, and encourage you to embrace changes and show up. I pride myself in continually building a safe space for all - so please show up as your authentic self!
I enjoy working with couples, families, and individuals, as my approach considers our contexts and importance of foundational relationships.
I believe therapy is your space. I will work as part of your team to help you realize and accomplish your goals, and encourage you to embrace changes and show up. I pride myself in continually building a safe space for all - so please show up as your authentic self!

I am a bilingual licensed therapist who enjoys working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families.
I have over 15 years of professional experience. Certified and Trained in the most effective Evidenced Based Treatment modalities; TF-CBT, PCIT, Seeking Safety, CAMS-care, among others. I also provide Clinical Supervision for LPC and LMFT supervisees who are seeking licensure in Virginia. I offer therapy and education in English and Spanish.
I am a bilingual licensed therapist who enjoys working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families.
I have over 15 years of professional experience. Certified and Trained in the most effective Evidenced Based Treatment modalities; TF-CBT, PCIT, Seeking Safety, CAMS-care, among others. I also provide Clinical Supervision for LPC and LMFT supervisees who are seeking licensure in Virginia. I offer therapy and education in English and Spanish.

I help people navigate anxiety, identity exploration, relationship challenges, and life transitions.
I am knowledgeable about queer issues and take a creative, personalized approach to therapy. My philosophy is to lead with curiosity and follow with compassion, helping you uncover strengths, build resilience, and create meaningful change.
I help people navigate anxiety, identity exploration, relationship challenges, and life transitions.
I am knowledgeable about queer issues and take a creative, personalized approach to therapy. My philosophy is to lead with curiosity and follow with compassion, helping you uncover strengths, build resilience, and create meaningful change.

The ideal client is a person who is open to learning, determined to self-improve and committed to the therapeutic relationship.
The first session is a meet and greet and it's also an opportunity to learn about your history and what makes up your personality. I will look at your family history, marital status and relationship style and communication style and medical background. Then it will be starting to look at treatment goals and collaborating on a treatment plan.
The ideal client is a person who is open to learning, determined to self-improve and committed to the therapeutic relationship.
The first session is a meet and greet and it's also an opportunity to learn about your history and what makes up your personality. I will look at your family history, marital status and relationship style and communication style and medical background. Then it will be starting to look at treatment goals and collaborating on a treatment plan.

I will work with individuals, couples, and families experiencing depression, anxiety, bipolar, trauma, PTSD, substance use as a comorbid issue, ADHD, adjustment disorder, anger management, behavioral issues, and relational issues.
I believe you should work towards one attainable goal at a time, and by assisting you towards a realistic plan, you can achieve progress within a short amount of time. I will be direct in communication with you by being genuinely honest. I believe you are the experts in your own life, and my job is lovingly to support you in making your own guided choices.
I will work with individuals, couples, and families experiencing depression, anxiety, bipolar, trauma, PTSD, substance use as a comorbid issue, ADHD, adjustment disorder, anger management, behavioral issues, and relational issues.
I believe you should work towards one attainable goal at a time, and by assisting you towards a realistic plan, you can achieve progress within a short amount of time. I will be direct in communication with you by being genuinely honest. I believe you are the experts in your own life, and my job is lovingly to support you in making your own guided choices.

I provide a superbill for those wishing to seek reimbursement from their insurance companies, and also partner with Mentaya to help clients seeking reimbursement.
I want you to know that my role as a Christian Counselor is to support and guide you while you take the lead on your journey to self-discovery and recovery. Life is full of obstacles, and I am here to help you develop the tools you need to overcome those barriers. Here you will find a warm and open environment where you can be confident in knowing that you are seen, heard, and accepted.
I provide a superbill for those wishing to seek reimbursement from their insurance companies, and also partner with Mentaya to help clients seeking reimbursement.
I want you to know that my role as a Christian Counselor is to support and guide you while you take the lead on your journey to self-discovery and recovery. Life is full of obstacles, and I am here to help you develop the tools you need to overcome those barriers. Here you will find a warm and open environment where you can be confident in knowing that you are seen, heard, and accepted.

If this is you or someone you know, then as your therapist, I can partner with you to not only assist in processing your personal thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, but I can also help guide you into establishing healthy boundaries and positive coping skills to assist with effectively decreasing and managing these negative stressors in your life.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I personally strive to use an eclectic approach of therapeutic techniques like cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and solution-focused interventions to assist clients with improving their overall mental and emotional wellness. My goal is to always provide a warm and welcoming therapeutic environment.
If this is you or someone you know, then as your therapist, I can partner with you to not only assist in processing your personal thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, but I can also help guide you into establishing healthy boundaries and positive coping skills to assist with effectively decreasing and managing these negative stressors in your life.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I personally strive to use an eclectic approach of therapeutic techniques like cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and solution-focused interventions to assist clients with improving their overall mental and emotional wellness. My goal is to always provide a warm and welcoming therapeutic environment.

Our approach to therapy focuses on a collaborative relationship between therapist and client.
Creating Pathways for families to heal.
Our approach to therapy focuses on a collaborative relationship between therapist and client.
Creating Pathways for families to heal.

I have over 30 years' experience successfully helping people with depression, anxiety, OCD, phobias, low self-esteem, relationship and many other issues.
Your brain is like a computer, and if childhood experiences, relationships or trauma have entered negative "data" into your "memory", it can sabotage your best efforts to succeed. We will work to go after the information in your "hard drive" to change the way you view yourself, your relationships, and your world.
I have over 30 years' experience successfully helping people with depression, anxiety, OCD, phobias, low self-esteem, relationship and many other issues.
Your brain is like a computer, and if childhood experiences, relationships or trauma have entered negative "data" into your "memory", it can sabotage your best efforts to succeed. We will work to go after the information in your "hard drive" to change the way you view yourself, your relationships, and your world.

For couples, we'll work on easy to use communication and connection tools to help you feel secure and steady in your relationship.
You’d love to stop replaying every convo you’ve ever had—preferably before 3 a.m. You’re a deep thinker, a deep feeler, and alarmingly good at imagining worst-case scenarios in under five seconds.
You’re tired of overanalyzing texts, absorbing everyone else’s emotions, and wondering if you’re “too much” for caring so much. Mostly? You’d like to feel a little steadier, a little less consumed by worry, and a lot more at home in your own brain.
For couples, we'll work on easy to use communication and connection tools to help you feel secure and steady in your relationship.
You’d love to stop replaying every convo you’ve ever had—preferably before 3 a.m. You’re a deep thinker, a deep feeler, and alarmingly good at imagining worst-case scenarios in under five seconds.
You’re tired of overanalyzing texts, absorbing everyone else’s emotions, and wondering if you’re “too much” for caring so much. Mostly? You’d like to feel a little steadier, a little less consumed by worry, and a lot more at home in your own brain.