Therapists in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA
Jess Stern
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MEd&HD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Feeling constantly on edge, overwhelmed, or stuck in cycles of avoidance? Maybe you’re dealing with panic, emotional ups and downs, or chronic pain—without a clear explanation. Many of my clients come in with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, only to discover these symptoms are connected to unresolved trauma.
Feeling constantly on edge, overwhelmed, or stuck in cycles of avoidance? Maybe you’re dealing with panic, emotional ups and downs, or chronic pain—without a clear explanation. Many of my clients come in with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, only to discover these symptoms are connected to unresolved trauma.
Ariste Sallas-Brookwell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Welcome. I am glad you’re here. Finding a therapist is hard. I want to make it easy. When we feel stuck, burdened by unhealthy patterns, or are experiencing life transitions, we can feel anxious, sad, overwhelmed, and lost. You have come to the right place. Therapy is a tool, much like visiting a doctor for your physical health, that can help you get back on track. My style is warm, authentic, and non-judgmental. I strive to create a safe and welcoming environment by listening closely and responding with compassion. I will give you plenty of space to share, explore, and deepen your insight.
Welcome. I am glad you’re here. Finding a therapist is hard. I want to make it easy. When we feel stuck, burdened by unhealthy patterns, or are experiencing life transitions, we can feel anxious, sad, overwhelmed, and lost. You have come to the right place. Therapy is a tool, much like visiting a doctor for your physical health, that can help you get back on track. My style is warm, authentic, and non-judgmental. I strive to create a safe and welcoming environment by listening closely and responding with compassion. I will give you plenty of space to share, explore, and deepen your insight.
Tracy S. Moore, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, as a trauma specialist, I integrate somatic techniques, hypnosis, narrative therapy, and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to help individuals heal from trauma and develop resilience. My approach is holistic, focusing on the mind-body connection to address emotional, physical, and behavioral patterns, with an emphasis on empowering women, adolescents, and older adults. Additionally, I have extensive experience supporting individuals struggling with substance use, fostering a compassionate and supportive environment for lasting recovery.
Tracy S. Moore, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, as a trauma specialist, I integrate somatic techniques, hypnosis, narrative therapy, and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to help individuals heal from trauma and develop resilience. My approach is holistic, focusing on the mind-body connection to address emotional, physical, and behavioral patterns, with an emphasis on empowering women, adolescents, and older adults. Additionally, I have extensive experience supporting individuals struggling with substance use, fostering a compassionate and supportive environment for lasting recovery.
Creating Pathways for families to heal.
Creating Pathways for families to heal.
My mission is to empower and uplift individuals by helping them recognize their worth, strengths and learn healthy ways to cope with life's challenges. Many people are experiencing elevated rates of anxiety, depression, and are feeling overwhelmed. As a Licensed Clinician with over 15 years of experience, I have been honored to assist individuals in finding their peace. I work with survivors of sexual assault, individuals who experienced mental/emotional abuse, as well as individuals who struggled with self-harm or thoughts of wanting to escape their pain. It is my privilege to help others find hope in distressing times.
My mission is to empower and uplift individuals by helping them recognize their worth, strengths and learn healthy ways to cope with life's challenges. Many people are experiencing elevated rates of anxiety, depression, and are feeling overwhelmed. As a Licensed Clinician with over 15 years of experience, I have been honored to assist individuals in finding their peace. I work with survivors of sexual assault, individuals who experienced mental/emotional abuse, as well as individuals who struggled with self-harm or thoughts of wanting to escape their pain. It is my privilege to help others find hope in distressing times.
I want to commend you for taking the courageous step toward bettering yourself through therapy. As a licensed therapist in Arizona and Virginia with 6 years of professional experience, I have had the privilege of working with individuals facing a variety of challenges, including anxiety, depression, mood disorders, complex trauma, PTSD, and life changes. My extensive experience in these areas allows me to tailor my approach to meet your unique needs and circumstances.
I want to commend you for taking the courageous step toward bettering yourself through therapy. As a licensed therapist in Arizona and Virginia with 6 years of professional experience, I have had the privilege of working with individuals facing a variety of challenges, including anxiety, depression, mood disorders, complex trauma, PTSD, and life changes. My extensive experience in these areas allows me to tailor my approach to meet your unique needs and circumstances.
Dealing with stressors alone can create a deep sense of isolation, from others and your own internal experience. You don't have to manage your distressing feelings alone. Recognizing that the therapeutic relationship is paramount to success, I focus on creating a safe and non-judgmental environment to learn new skills and address challenges together. I have over 15 years experience working with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, mood challenges, life/adjustment stress, behavioral dysregulation, as well as specific interest in assisting individuals who have experienced trauma.
Dealing with stressors alone can create a deep sense of isolation, from others and your own internal experience. You don't have to manage your distressing feelings alone. Recognizing that the therapeutic relationship is paramount to success, I focus on creating a safe and non-judgmental environment to learn new skills and address challenges together. I have over 15 years experience working with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, mood challenges, life/adjustment stress, behavioral dysregulation, as well as specific interest in assisting individuals who have experienced trauma.
As a therapist, my approach is integrative and tailored to the unique needs of each individual. The core focus is on building a strong therapeutic relationship, fostering self-awareness, and developing practical coping strategies to manage life's challenges. The overall goal is to empower individuals to gain insight, develop healthier thinking patterns, and enhance their coping skills, fostering a fulfilling and balanced life.
As a therapist, my approach is integrative and tailored to the unique needs of each individual. The core focus is on building a strong therapeutic relationship, fostering self-awareness, and developing practical coping strategies to manage life's challenges. The overall goal is to empower individuals to gain insight, develop healthier thinking patterns, and enhance their coping skills, fostering a fulfilling and balanced life.
Kassandra Barry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Greetings, I'm Kassandra Barry, a licensed clinical social worker available in Maryland, Virginia, and DC. Specializing in trauma, I help individuals navigate life's challenges, addressing concerns like mood, anxiety, relationships, and self-care. While many clients face PTSD, my support extends to anyone seeking understanding, seeking to enhance their lives, and fostering a sense of value and respect. I prioritize creating a space where you can be heard and supported. Your journey to improved well-being begins here.
Greetings, I'm Kassandra Barry, a licensed clinical social worker available in Maryland, Virginia, and DC. Specializing in trauma, I help individuals navigate life's challenges, addressing concerns like mood, anxiety, relationships, and self-care. While many clients face PTSD, my support extends to anyone seeking understanding, seeking to enhance their lives, and fostering a sense of value and respect. I prioritize creating a space where you can be heard and supported. Your journey to improved well-being begins here.
Healing from trauma is a courageous journey, and I'm here to walk alongside you. As a trauma therapist, I specialize in guiding individuals through their healing process using somatic practices, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and polyvagal theory. I create a safe space for exploration and growth, recognizing the ripple effects of trauma on loved ones. I also support family members of those affected, helping them foster understanding and connection. Together, we work toward resilience, empowerment, and lasting change.
Healing from trauma is a courageous journey, and I'm here to walk alongside you. As a trauma therapist, I specialize in guiding individuals through their healing process using somatic practices, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and polyvagal theory. I create a safe space for exploration and growth, recognizing the ripple effects of trauma on loved ones. I also support family members of those affected, helping them foster understanding and connection. Together, we work toward resilience, empowerment, and lasting change.
Katherine Simonetti
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW, JD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I focus on helping clients understand the roots of their difficulties, build new coping skills, and learn to lead a more authentic and fulfilled life. My style of therapy is like my personality: compassionate, non-judgmental and direct. Using a combination of evidence-based techniques, we can work together to reduce anxiety and depression, improve relationships, and help you live your best life.
My office is located steps from the Dupont Circle metro station.
I focus on helping clients understand the roots of their difficulties, build new coping skills, and learn to lead a more authentic and fulfilled life. My style of therapy is like my personality: compassionate, non-judgmental and direct. Using a combination of evidence-based techniques, we can work together to reduce anxiety and depression, improve relationships, and help you live your best life.
My office is located steps from the Dupont Circle metro station.
Meet Our Therapists
Svandis Geirsdottir
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, irritability, sadness of the unknown? Watching everyone moving on with their lives and being successful? Are you battling with emotions, thoughts and/or behaviors that perhaps are self deprecating or self-sabotaging that creates cycle of shame/guilt or judgement? Sometimes we need sounding board to hear ourselves to sort out facts and myths. I will assist you by creating safe, honest and open dialogue in a non-judgmental setting, to support you in identifying and meeting yours goals. Watching people achieve their potential is the most rewarding aspect of my work.
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, irritability, sadness of the unknown? Watching everyone moving on with their lives and being successful? Are you battling with emotions, thoughts and/or behaviors that perhaps are self deprecating or self-sabotaging that creates cycle of shame/guilt or judgement? Sometimes we need sounding board to hear ourselves to sort out facts and myths. I will assist you by creating safe, honest and open dialogue in a non-judgmental setting, to support you in identifying and meeting yours goals. Watching people achieve their potential is the most rewarding aspect of my work.
Everyone experiences loss. Seldom do we allow ourselves to fully experience loss or it's impact. When someone dies, we change jobs, or even have a child, there is loss. When we choose to address these losses, past or present, we can begin to heal, and with healing comes unlimited possibility. I work with families/individuals/children and the impact family dynamics have on their lives; adoptees and their families as they deal their losses; bereaved individuals and groups after the death of a loved one; transitional loss and role adjustment included "empty nest"; corporate downsizing; career counseling; and relationship issues.
Everyone experiences loss. Seldom do we allow ourselves to fully experience loss or it's impact. When someone dies, we change jobs, or even have a child, there is loss. When we choose to address these losses, past or present, we can begin to heal, and with healing comes unlimited possibility. I work with families/individuals/children and the impact family dynamics have on their lives; adoptees and their families as they deal their losses; bereaved individuals and groups after the death of a loved one; transitional loss and role adjustment included "empty nest"; corporate downsizing; career counseling; and relationship issues.
Dr. Malachi Richardson
Psychologist, PhD, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Black male clinical psychologist providing therapeutic services across the DMV. I have a passion for work with clients who experience issues with self-esteem, grief, loss, anxiety, stress, and trauma. I am particularly invested in providing supportive therapeutic services to clients of color who struggle to maintain a healthy sense of self in the context of constant feelings of inadequacy. I work with adolescents and adults to examine the experiences that have caused self-damaging thoughts and reorient them toward a more positive relationships with themselves, their environments and the people around them.
I am a Black male clinical psychologist providing therapeutic services across the DMV. I have a passion for work with clients who experience issues with self-esteem, grief, loss, anxiety, stress, and trauma. I am particularly invested in providing supportive therapeutic services to clients of color who struggle to maintain a healthy sense of self in the context of constant feelings of inadequacy. I work with adolescents and adults to examine the experiences that have caused self-damaging thoughts and reorient them toward a more positive relationships with themselves, their environments and the people around them.
Lindsey Clarke Moore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Do you wonder how to get more done each day? Do you struggle to find time for family, work and yourself? Are tensions between family members getting in the way of an effective household? After a decade of experience working with kids, teenagers, adults and families struggling to adapt to the challenges of a complex life I want to help you too. Balance can be the key to moving you or your family towards your goals. I share specific tools and techniques that can organize life, reduce tensions, make goals clearer and success apparent.
Do you wonder how to get more done each day? Do you struggle to find time for family, work and yourself? Are tensions between family members getting in the way of an effective household? After a decade of experience working with kids, teenagers, adults and families struggling to adapt to the challenges of a complex life I want to help you too. Balance can be the key to moving you or your family towards your goals. I share specific tools and techniques that can organize life, reduce tensions, make goals clearer and success apparent.
As a therapist, my goal is to create a space where you feel seen, heard, and supported. Whether you're navigating life transitions, working through anxiety or depression, or just feeling a bit stuck, I'm here to walk with you every step of the way.
As a therapist, my goal is to create a space where you feel seen, heard, and supported. Whether you're navigating life transitions, working through anxiety or depression, or just feeling a bit stuck, I'm here to walk with you every step of the way.
Throughout life, we all have times where we need a source of support, need the ability to process what we are going through, and learn skills and tools to help us on our journey. At Renewed Beginnings, I want to provide a supportive environment where you can explore your innermost thoughts and emotions, ultimately finding the strength to embark on a journey towards a brighter tomorrow. I am dedicated to guiding you through a transformative journey of self-discovery and growth.
Throughout life, we all have times where we need a source of support, need the ability to process what we are going through, and learn skills and tools to help us on our journey. At Renewed Beginnings, I want to provide a supportive environment where you can explore your innermost thoughts and emotions, ultimately finding the strength to embark on a journey towards a brighter tomorrow. I am dedicated to guiding you through a transformative journey of self-discovery and growth.
An awareness of our inner state of being and how to connect with the stillness is an important part of our journey to wellness and well-being. I offer this to all of my clients. I am a licensed clinical social worker with 22 years of experience working with children, adolescents and their families in residential treatment, outpatient behavioral health and hospice care. I have also worked with adults providing individual, couples therapy, and hospice care. For 10 years, I have worked with military families in the D.C. area addressing issues around military life, deployment, resilience, and mental health.
An awareness of our inner state of being and how to connect with the stillness is an important part of our journey to wellness and well-being. I offer this to all of my clients. I am a licensed clinical social worker with 22 years of experience working with children, adolescents and their families in residential treatment, outpatient behavioral health and hospice care. I have also worked with adults providing individual, couples therapy, and hospice care. For 10 years, I have worked with military families in the D.C. area addressing issues around military life, deployment, resilience, and mental health.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) located in the state of Virginia. I have worked passionately with children, and families, and provided mental health support in many capacities since 2010.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) located in the state of Virginia. I have worked passionately with children, and families, and provided mental health support in many capacities since 2010.
Cynthia Miller
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I am offering telehealth services only. The purpose of therapy, as opposed to just talking with a friend or family member, is to facilitate personal and professional growth. This growth is typically most needed in the areas of relationships, mood, performance and an overall improved integration of one's identity and values. In order to make growth possible, one must feel safe in an objective, confidential environment. My primary goal is to offer a safe and supportive place for change. Throughout the entire process, I will encourage, guide, challenge and support you in making the changes you deem to be right for you.
I am offering telehealth services only. The purpose of therapy, as opposed to just talking with a friend or family member, is to facilitate personal and professional growth. This growth is typically most needed in the areas of relationships, mood, performance and an overall improved integration of one's identity and values. In order to make growth possible, one must feel safe in an objective, confidential environment. My primary goal is to offer a safe and supportive place for change. Throughout the entire process, I will encourage, guide, challenge and support you in making the changes you deem to be right for you.
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Number of Therapists in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA
400+
Average cost per session
$165
Therapists in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA who prioritize treating:
| 95% | Anxiety |
| 94% | Depression |
| 77% | Self Esteem |
| 73% | Coping Skills |
| 72% | Relationship Issues |
| 72% | Stress |
| 67% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 81% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 79% | Aetna |
| 74% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA see their clients
| 55% | Online Only | |
| 45% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
| 85% | Female | |
| 14% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |