Depression Therapists in Carrollton, VA
I specialize in treating adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and life stressors.
You’re doing all you can, but it feels like you're unraveling. Maybe you’re stuck in anxious thoughts that won’t quiet down, haunted by past experiences, navigating a life stressor, or parenting a child whose struggles leave you feeling helpless. It’s exhausting holding it all together when your mind and body are asking for relief. It can be painful to watch your child overwhelmed by big emotions they don’t understand -resulting in meltdowns or clinginess. Therapy can be a place to breathe again, understand the weight you're carrying, and begin to feel like yourself —stronger and more in control.
I specialize in treating adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and life stressors.
You’re doing all you can, but it feels like you're unraveling. Maybe you’re stuck in anxious thoughts that won’t quiet down, haunted by past experiences, navigating a life stressor, or parenting a child whose struggles leave you feeling helpless. It’s exhausting holding it all together when your mind and body are asking for relief. It can be painful to watch your child overwhelmed by big emotions they don’t understand -resulting in meltdowns or clinginess. Therapy can be a place to breathe again, understand the weight you're carrying, and begin to feel like yourself —stronger and more in control.
The weight of depression and anxiety can feel suffocating, making even the simplest tasks seem impossible and leaving you emotionally and physically exhausted.
I'm here to walk alongside you on this journey, offering a safe space to explore your feelings and confront what’s been weighing you down. I understand the emotional toll depression, anxiety, and overwhelm can take on your well-being, and I'm committed to helping you find relief. Together, we’ll identify ways to move you towards a more manageable life.
The weight of depression and anxiety can feel suffocating, making even the simplest tasks seem impossible and leaving you emotionally and physically exhausted.
I'm here to walk alongside you on this journey, offering a safe space to explore your feelings and confront what’s been weighing you down. I understand the emotional toll depression, anxiety, and overwhelm can take on your well-being, and I'm committed to helping you find relief. Together, we’ll identify ways to move you towards a more manageable life.
I specialize in trauma recovery, emotional regulation, anxiety, and depression to name a few.
I have a particular passion for helping individuals who feel trapped or consumed by their past experiences. I often work with people with fear based belief systems. Fear based belief systems often arise from past experiences, or personal insecurities leading you to perceive the world through a lens of apprehension or anxiety. Clients come to me for help with feelings of inadequacy, failure, rejection or lack of control. We work together to identify and shift these beliefs as a part of personal development and growth.
I specialize in trauma recovery, emotional regulation, anxiety, and depression to name a few.
I have a particular passion for helping individuals who feel trapped or consumed by their past experiences. I often work with people with fear based belief systems. Fear based belief systems often arise from past experiences, or personal insecurities leading you to perceive the world through a lens of apprehension or anxiety. Clients come to me for help with feelings of inadequacy, failure, rejection or lack of control. We work together to identify and shift these beliefs as a part of personal development and growth.
Licensed in FL, ID, IL, MD, SC, VA, VT. I'm glad you are here, taking care of YOU! Life can feel heavy, we hold on to the past and we can feel lost on how to move forward. I want to offer you tools and techniques that can help stop the thoughts from spinning and support you in the direction you want to go. Sometimes we need to just give ourselves permission to make choices; forgive ourselves and others (doesn't mean those we forgive are still given space in our life) and how to make the best future we can. I want to remind you that you matter and you deserve to feel good. We do this by "talking it out" - see what I did there?
Licensed in FL, ID, IL, MD, SC, VA, VT. I'm glad you are here, taking care of YOU! Life can feel heavy, we hold on to the past and we can feel lost on how to move forward. I want to offer you tools and techniques that can help stop the thoughts from spinning and support you in the direction you want to go. Sometimes we need to just give ourselves permission to make choices; forgive ourselves and others (doesn't mean those we forgive are still given space in our life) and how to make the best future we can. I want to remind you that you matter and you deserve to feel good. We do this by "talking it out" - see what I did there?
Bryana Weaver
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, CCTP, CFRC
9 Endorsed
Carrollton, VA 23314
I am a trauma-informed therapist who focuses on helping clients with general mood disorders, life transitions and adjustment-related needs, relationships, grief and loss (including divorce), and adults who want to heal from childhood family dysfunction. I also understand the specialized needs of First Responders. Since 2010, I have been utilizing solution-focused interventions to address the immediate symptoms while simultaneously working to increase insight to address the root cause of the problem. This approach allows you, as the client, to increase your overall quality of life and to achieve long-term change.
I am a trauma-informed therapist who focuses on helping clients with general mood disorders, life transitions and adjustment-related needs, relationships, grief and loss (including divorce), and adults who want to heal from childhood family dysfunction. I also understand the specialized needs of First Responders. Since 2010, I have been utilizing solution-focused interventions to address the immediate symptoms while simultaneously working to increase insight to address the root cause of the problem. This approach allows you, as the client, to increase your overall quality of life and to achieve long-term change.
Sometimes, you just need to talk about it. Are you feeling overwhelmed by daily stressors? Are you wrestling with grief or trauma? Struggling to adjust to parenthood? Together, we can create a supportive environment and identify resources to enhance your safety and overall quality of life. Hello, my name is Octavia Holmes, and I am a supervisee in social work, currently preparing for the LCSW exam. With 8 years of experience in the social work field, I have worked with adolescents aged 4-21 and adults, offering compassionate care and evidence-based practices.
Sometimes, you just need to talk about it. Are you feeling overwhelmed by daily stressors? Are you wrestling with grief or trauma? Struggling to adjust to parenthood? Together, we can create a supportive environment and identify resources to enhance your safety and overall quality of life. Hello, my name is Octavia Holmes, and I am a supervisee in social work, currently preparing for the LCSW exam. With 8 years of experience in the social work field, I have worked with adolescents aged 4-21 and adults, offering compassionate care and evidence-based practices.
I believe in the importance of a person’s story and meeting each person where they are in the present moment, while honoring experiences from the past. There are often events or themes within a person’s childhood that can lead them to experience difficulties later in their lives if left unresolved. These difficulties often appear in the form of unhealthy traits or toxic cycles within romantic relationships or friendships. Other times, there are negative thoughts such as “I should have known better” or “I always do something wrong” that constantly circle in a person’s mind.
I believe in the importance of a person’s story and meeting each person where they are in the present moment, while honoring experiences from the past. There are often events or themes within a person’s childhood that can lead them to experience difficulties later in their lives if left unresolved. These difficulties often appear in the form of unhealthy traits or toxic cycles within romantic relationships or friendships. Other times, there are negative thoughts such as “I should have known better” or “I always do something wrong” that constantly circle in a person’s mind.
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At times we can be plagued with feelings of stress, anxiety, and depression to name a few.
I pride myself on providing therapeutic services from a Christian perspective inclusive of all individuals. I tailor my approach to your specific needs by utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy in efforts to get the best results in a timely manor.
At times we can be plagued with feelings of stress, anxiety, and depression to name a few.
I pride myself on providing therapeutic services from a Christian perspective inclusive of all individuals. I tailor my approach to your specific needs by utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy in efforts to get the best results in a timely manor.
Trained in methods such as CBT, DBT and use of spirituality when appropriate, I have provided counsel in Anxiety,Autism, Depression, ADHD,Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities along with marriage/family counseling.
My specializations is based on the philosophy that each person has the capacity to change any circumstance or current situation. By effectively aiding clients in bringing out their potential for understanding themselves, self-healing, and personal growth, clients are able to overcome through effective practices and be the driving force of each session. Each person needs something different from therapy and this can become achievable with sensitivity, compassion and insight to one’s true identity.
Trained in methods such as CBT, DBT and use of spirituality when appropriate, I have provided counsel in Anxiety,Autism, Depression, ADHD,Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities along with marriage/family counseling.
My specializations is based on the philosophy that each person has the capacity to change any circumstance or current situation. By effectively aiding clients in bringing out their potential for understanding themselves, self-healing, and personal growth, clients are able to overcome through effective practices and be the driving force of each session. Each person needs something different from therapy and this can become achievable with sensitivity, compassion and insight to one’s true identity.
My passion involves working with individuals, couples, and families who struggle with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, parenting skills, adjustment issues, work-life balance, grief, relationship issues, and working with Millennials to name a few.
When approaching therapy, my goal is to work collaboratively with you so you do not feel like you are walking alone during this journey. My second goal is that during our time together you feel empowered, challenged, and motivated. I use a strength based approach, where I infuse CBT, and solution focused therapy to help you overcome barriers.
My passion involves working with individuals, couples, and families who struggle with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, parenting skills, adjustment issues, work-life balance, grief, relationship issues, and working with Millennials to name a few.
When approaching therapy, my goal is to work collaboratively with you so you do not feel like you are walking alone during this journey. My second goal is that during our time together you feel empowered, challenged, and motivated. I use a strength based approach, where I infuse CBT, and solution focused therapy to help you overcome barriers.
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to break free from the grip and effects of trauma, depression and anxiety, while embracing your true self and finding lasting emotional balance?
My expertise spans across diverse age groups, ranging from young children to adults suffering from effects of trauma and PTSD. My focus is with guiding individuals in effectively communicating their needs and emotions to their loved ones, enabling them to conquer challenging emotions. I am also highly skilled in Trauma-Focused CBT and family therapy.
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to break free from the grip and effects of trauma, depression and anxiety, while embracing your true self and finding lasting emotional balance?
My expertise spans across diverse age groups, ranging from young children to adults suffering from effects of trauma and PTSD. My focus is with guiding individuals in effectively communicating their needs and emotions to their loved ones, enabling them to conquer challenging emotions. I am also highly skilled in Trauma-Focused CBT and family therapy.
My areas of focus are processing trauma, post-traumatic growth, developing effective coping strategies for anxiety and depression, and improving self-awareness that has declined due to relationship trauma.
If you want something you've never had, you must be willing to do something you've never done.- Anonymous. Change is HARD! As your therapist, I am fully invested in collaborating with you through your evolution in order to promote lasting change. I love cultivating an affirming and genuine safe space that is supportive, authentic, and empowering.
My areas of focus are processing trauma, post-traumatic growth, developing effective coping strategies for anxiety and depression, and improving self-awareness that has declined due to relationship trauma.
If you want something you've never had, you must be willing to do something you've never done.- Anonymous. Change is HARD! As your therapist, I am fully invested in collaborating with you through your evolution in order to promote lasting change. I love cultivating an affirming and genuine safe space that is supportive, authentic, and empowering.
My specialties include working with teenagers and adults that experience communication barriers, relationship distress, domestic violence, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, life stressors, and work stressors.
I am excited to begin this journey with you and helping you become a healthier you! In 2010, I graduated from the University of North Carolina-Charlotte with a Masters in Social Work and in 2018, I graduated from Capella University with a Master's in Psychology with a concentration in Applied Behavioral Analysis. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and for over 10 years I have assisted individuals on their journey to healing and becoming healthier.
My specialties include working with teenagers and adults that experience communication barriers, relationship distress, domestic violence, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, life stressors, and work stressors.
I am excited to begin this journey with you and helping you become a healthier you! In 2010, I graduated from the University of North Carolina-Charlotte with a Masters in Social Work and in 2018, I graduated from Capella University with a Master's in Psychology with a concentration in Applied Behavioral Analysis. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and for over 10 years I have assisted individuals on their journey to healing and becoming healthier.
I also work with individuals using mindfulness-based interventions for emotional difficulties such as depression or anxiety.
I offer compassionate care to those experiencing emotional or psychological distress. I have a wide-ranging and diverse background that provides a unique perspective from which to address a variety of client needs.
I also work with individuals using mindfulness-based interventions for emotional difficulties such as depression or anxiety.
I offer compassionate care to those experiencing emotional or psychological distress. I have a wide-ranging and diverse background that provides a unique perspective from which to address a variety of client needs.
I enjoy working with young adults and adults who are experiencing Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Bipolar, Stress Management, Family Conflict, Adoption, Fertility, Young Adult specific issues of college, job searching, and living independently.
I try and create a very warm and welcoming environment so my clients can feel comfortable and express themselves. I believe clients like my welcoming nature and ability to understand their feelings and empathize with them.
I enjoy working with young adults and adults who are experiencing Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Bipolar, Stress Management, Family Conflict, Adoption, Fertility, Young Adult specific issues of college, job searching, and living independently.
I try and create a very warm and welcoming environment so my clients can feel comfortable and express themselves. I believe clients like my welcoming nature and ability to understand their feelings and empathize with them.
Dr. Judith Wambui Preston
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC, ACS, BC-TMH
4 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a trauma expert and I specialize in aiding adult women survivors of childhood trauma, helping them find meaning, and addressing issues like depression, anxiety, and substance use.
In a world where painful experiences can leave us feeling overwhelmed and stressed, finding ways to cope is essential. If you're struggling with feelings of sadness, loneliness, or worry, know that you're not alone. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can tell your story and feel heard. Through our collaboration, you'll find greater emotional balance, increase self-awareness, develop effective coping strategies, and have a more positive outlook on life.
I am a trauma expert and I specialize in aiding adult women survivors of childhood trauma, helping them find meaning, and addressing issues like depression, anxiety, and substance use.
In a world where painful experiences can leave us feeling overwhelmed and stressed, finding ways to cope is essential. If you're struggling with feelings of sadness, loneliness, or worry, know that you're not alone. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can tell your story and feel heard. Through our collaboration, you'll find greater emotional balance, increase self-awareness, develop effective coping strategies, and have a more positive outlook on life.
My areas of focus:Supporting individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, emotional distress, and difficulties in work or relationships.
I enjoy seeing people do well. Life can be challenging and navigating turbulent times, is daunting. It seems like our world is in a state of unrest-are you questioning who you are, and where you belong? Coping with it all is no easy task. Whatever the source of your unrest, be it emotional distress, anxiety, employment/relationship issues, and trauma/tragedy, I can help. Let's collaborate on creative strategies to turn your life experiences into purpose.
My areas of focus:Supporting individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, emotional distress, and difficulties in work or relationships.
I enjoy seeing people do well. Life can be challenging and navigating turbulent times, is daunting. It seems like our world is in a state of unrest-are you questioning who you are, and where you belong? Coping with it all is no easy task. Whatever the source of your unrest, be it emotional distress, anxiety, employment/relationship issues, and trauma/tragedy, I can help. Let's collaborate on creative strategies to turn your life experiences into purpose.
I have worked with various populations and have a diverse background, including people with trauma, crisis, depression, grief, ADHD, anxiety and relationship issues.
What you can expect from our first session. Rapport building to start and I want to hear your story! I believe in a relationship based on trust and going at your own pace. Clients tell me they feel listened to , like chatting with a close friend, but realized there was growth.
I have worked with various populations and have a diverse background, including people with trauma, crisis, depression, grief, ADHD, anxiety and relationship issues.
What you can expect from our first session. Rapport building to start and I want to hear your story! I believe in a relationship based on trust and going at your own pace. Clients tell me they feel listened to , like chatting with a close friend, but realized there was growth.
I work with clients to increase coping with depression, anxiety, anger, & other intense emotions, and help them make progress with increasing their motivation to address substance issues and addiction.
I entered the clinical social work field because of my life experiences and my natural compassion for others struggling with mental health and substance abuse issues. I am warm and welcoming, while also clear and focused on key issues. With my empathetic & kind communication style, we'll work together to identify goals to address in therapy.
I work with clients to increase coping with depression, anxiety, anger, & other intense emotions, and help them make progress with increasing their motivation to address substance issues and addiction.
I entered the clinical social work field because of my life experiences and my natural compassion for others struggling with mental health and substance abuse issues. I am warm and welcoming, while also clear and focused on key issues. With my empathetic & kind communication style, we'll work together to identify goals to address in therapy.
Her target population is, but is not limited to, the BIPOC female who experiences anxiety, depression and issues of low self-esteem, due to unresolved trauma.
Karen Pender creates a safe and respectful space where her clients can share their innermost thoughts, emotions and feelings without judgment or blame. She empowers clients to cope with stress, build resilience, and reclaim their agency and dignity, through the use of evidence-based and culturally appropriate interventions that address the root causes of trauma, and promotes healing and wellness. In her practice Karen provides psychotherapeutic services to clients ages 18 to 85, individual therapy,
Her target population is, but is not limited to, the BIPOC female who experiences anxiety, depression and issues of low self-esteem, due to unresolved trauma.
Karen Pender creates a safe and respectful space where her clients can share their innermost thoughts, emotions and feelings without judgment or blame. She empowers clients to cope with stress, build resilience, and reclaim their agency and dignity, through the use of evidence-based and culturally appropriate interventions that address the root causes of trauma, and promotes healing and wellness. In her practice Karen provides psychotherapeutic services to clients ages 18 to 85, individual therapy,
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.