Domestic Abuse Therapists in Chantilly, VA
Hello, I’m Marquitta. I look forward to starting this journey toward healing and growth with you. Together, we’ll create a safe, supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to move toward the life you want. Many clients come feeling stressed, anxious, or facing depression or major life transitions. You may want a space to explore your emotions, understand patterns, and find practical tools to feel more balanced, confident, and in control.
Hello, I’m Marquitta. I look forward to starting this journey toward healing and growth with you. Together, we’ll create a safe, supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to move toward the life you want. Many clients come feeling stressed, anxious, or facing depression or major life transitions. You may want a space to explore your emotions, understand patterns, and find practical tools to feel more balanced, confident, and in control.
Navigating through life's challenges and transitions can be overwhelming and therapy provides a safe space to explore your thoughts and feelings. Learn new ways of looking at the world and identify areas of growth and healthy coping techniques to utilize. My name is Racheal Machaka and i am a Licensed Professional Counselor with more that 10+ yrs of experience. I work with young adults, adults and adolescents with a range of challenges to include , anxiety, self harm, depression, PTSD , pain, life adjustments stressors, relationship challenges, low self esteem, mood regulation, boundary setting in relationships and women's issues.
Navigating through life's challenges and transitions can be overwhelming and therapy provides a safe space to explore your thoughts and feelings. Learn new ways of looking at the world and identify areas of growth and healthy coping techniques to utilize. My name is Racheal Machaka and i am a Licensed Professional Counselor with more that 10+ yrs of experience. I work with young adults, adults and adolescents with a range of challenges to include , anxiety, self harm, depression, PTSD , pain, life adjustments stressors, relationship challenges, low self esteem, mood regulation, boundary setting in relationships and women's issues.
I have worked in the mental health field for ten years providing services in a wide variety of settings, including office-based, school-based, case management, and substance abuse programs to children and adults.
As a therapist, I believe in a person-centered approach to counseling. I believe that everyone's story deserves to be heard. I think that it is important to create a safe, collaborative environment that incorporates empathy and compassion into the therapeutic relationship.
I have worked in the mental health field for ten years providing services in a wide variety of settings, including office-based, school-based, case management, and substance abuse programs to children and adults.
As a therapist, I believe in a person-centered approach to counseling. I believe that everyone's story deserves to be heard. I think that it is important to create a safe, collaborative environment that incorporates empathy and compassion into the therapeutic relationship.
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When a person realizes that self awareness is the only long term solution, they will seek only to understand themselves. No longer do they seek to blame the outside world for their thoughts or feelings. My ideal client is one who seeks to do the work to evolve . Together we start the journey to locate the "inner" barriers that may be holding you back. We do the work to gain control of your thoughts and feelings that are keeping you feeling "stuck". Lasting relief comes from learning techniques which are less about problem-solving and more about letting-go of old beliefs and habits. Know thyself and the whole world changes!
When a person realizes that self awareness is the only long term solution, they will seek only to understand themselves. No longer do they seek to blame the outside world for their thoughts or feelings. My ideal client is one who seeks to do the work to evolve . Together we start the journey to locate the "inner" barriers that may be holding you back. We do the work to gain control of your thoughts and feelings that are keeping you feeling "stuck". Lasting relief comes from learning techniques which are less about problem-solving and more about letting-go of old beliefs and habits. Know thyself and the whole world changes!
Hello! I am a trauma informed licensed professional counselor providing services for adults, adolescents, families and couples throughout the Virginia area. I specialize in working with individuals experiencing challenges including but not limited to, anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorders, as well as various interpersonal issues. Life is already hard enough when you are going through a difficult time. I’m not here to add to that. With all the new age “therapy terms” and methods used today, I take pride in being a realistic and practical provider.
Hello! I am a trauma informed licensed professional counselor providing services for adults, adolescents, families and couples throughout the Virginia area. I specialize in working with individuals experiencing challenges including but not limited to, anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorders, as well as various interpersonal issues. Life is already hard enough when you are going through a difficult time. I’m not here to add to that. With all the new age “therapy terms” and methods used today, I take pride in being a realistic and practical provider.
Healing is possible. You don’t have to carry this alone. Life can be overwhelming—especially when you’ve experienced trauma, loss, or major life transitions. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, past wounds, family challenges, or just feeling stuck, you deserve a space to heal and move forward. As a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Professional Counselor, I specialize in working with individuals and families who have faced trauma, immigration-related stress, and emotional hardship.
Healing is possible. You don’t have to carry this alone. Life can be overwhelming—especially when you’ve experienced trauma, loss, or major life transitions. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, past wounds, family challenges, or just feeling stuck, you deserve a space to heal and move forward. As a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Professional Counselor, I specialize in working with individuals and families who have faced trauma, immigration-related stress, and emotional hardship.
Life does have many stressful issues like loss, relationship dynamics, family conflict, work concerns, divorce, and medical crisis. These types of stressors greatly influence our ability to cope with our everyday responsibilities. My focus in therapy is to identify your current stressors and how they can either be resolved or develop the ability to decrease the severity of symptoms. Together, we will develop goals and steps tailored to you.
Life does have many stressful issues like loss, relationship dynamics, family conflict, work concerns, divorce, and medical crisis. These types of stressors greatly influence our ability to cope with our everyday responsibilities. My focus in therapy is to identify your current stressors and how they can either be resolved or develop the ability to decrease the severity of symptoms. Together, we will develop goals and steps tailored to you.
Hello, I'm Shannah, a Licensed Masters Social Worker specializing in mental health with 15 years of experience working with adolescents (ages 13 and above) and adults in group counseling, family/marriage counseling, individual counseling, trauma therapy, grief counseling, crisis intervention and eating disorders. Thank you for taking the first step and for allowing me to be part of this very important journey with you. I look forward to meeting you! I am fully committed to listen and provide a safe, ethical and supportive place so that we can develop a treatment plan centered on “you” and “your specific needs.”
Hello, I'm Shannah, a Licensed Masters Social Worker specializing in mental health with 15 years of experience working with adolescents (ages 13 and above) and adults in group counseling, family/marriage counseling, individual counseling, trauma therapy, grief counseling, crisis intervention and eating disorders. Thank you for taking the first step and for allowing me to be part of this very important journey with you. I look forward to meeting you! I am fully committed to listen and provide a safe, ethical and supportive place so that we can develop a treatment plan centered on “you” and “your specific needs.”
As a child and adolescent therapist, my ideal client is a someone who is facing emotional or behavioral challenges but has a support system that is eager to help them grow. This client might be struggling with issues such as anxiety, difficulty with peer relationships, behavioral outbursts, or adjusting to life changes like a move, divorce, or the birth of a sibling. They may feel overwhelmed or misunderstood, often unable to fully express their feelings, which can lead to frustration at home, at school, or socially.
As a child and adolescent therapist, my ideal client is a someone who is facing emotional or behavioral challenges but has a support system that is eager to help them grow. This client might be struggling with issues such as anxiety, difficulty with peer relationships, behavioral outbursts, or adjusting to life changes like a move, divorce, or the birth of a sibling. They may feel overwhelmed or misunderstood, often unable to fully express their feelings, which can lead to frustration at home, at school, or socially.
My goal is to help clients navigate their unique challenges and life transitions by empowering them to recognize and utilize their own strengths, values, and insights. I provide a nonjudgmental, empathetic space for you to increase awareness of patterns of behaviors, adopt new ways of thinking, and learn new or use existing skills to manage, heal and grow from presenting issues. I start by getting to know you and your unique story and worldview and then work with you to collaborate on your goals for therapy. I utilize multiple therapeutic modalities, with a strong emphasis on cognitive behavior therapy.
My goal is to help clients navigate their unique challenges and life transitions by empowering them to recognize and utilize their own strengths, values, and insights. I provide a nonjudgmental, empathetic space for you to increase awareness of patterns of behaviors, adopt new ways of thinking, and learn new or use existing skills to manage, heal and grow from presenting issues. I start by getting to know you and your unique story and worldview and then work with you to collaborate on your goals for therapy. I utilize multiple therapeutic modalities, with a strong emphasis on cognitive behavior therapy.
I specialize in Post separation abuse and narcissist abuse.
It can be challenging and stressful to find a therapist and share your feelings with a stranger. I am committed to helping you be comfortable and validate your feelings to make this process easier. In my approach, I would like to explore the root of the problem and help you towards personal growth and healing. My focus would be to help you make healthy decisions through a new mindset which will help restore balance and freedom in your life.
I specialize in Post separation abuse and narcissist abuse.
It can be challenging and stressful to find a therapist and share your feelings with a stranger. I am committed to helping you be comfortable and validate your feelings to make this process easier. In my approach, I would like to explore the root of the problem and help you towards personal growth and healing. My focus would be to help you make healthy decisions through a new mindset which will help restore balance and freedom in your life.
We will always start our work together with focusing on what you are experiencing right now. I can help you find peace and balance as you learn to cope and adjust to the various stresses of life. We can also begin to explore how your past experiences may be influencing you today. Often times we know that our upbringing was not maybe the "best" and as a result we can feel less than fully appreciated and un-validated. This can have longterm effects on our self-esteem and wellbeing. Therapy allows us to fully explore any repeating patterns in your life, and offer freedom from anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and suffering.
We will always start our work together with focusing on what you are experiencing right now. I can help you find peace and balance as you learn to cope and adjust to the various stresses of life. We can also begin to explore how your past experiences may be influencing you today. Often times we know that our upbringing was not maybe the "best" and as a result we can feel less than fully appreciated and un-validated. This can have longterm effects on our self-esteem and wellbeing. Therapy allows us to fully explore any repeating patterns in your life, and offer freedom from anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and suffering.
I am a Social Worker engaged in Private Practice since 1980. I have a wealth of practical information and useful coping strategies to assist clients with life's challenges. In addition, I have extensive experience working with veterans and others suffering from Traumatic Brain Injury.
I work with Individuals, Couples, and Families to foster healing and behavior change during troubled times. Together we develop a road-map that safely guides to new and more effective life choices. My style is directive yet comforting and always goal-oriented. My ideal clients are those seeking quality treatment.
I am a Social Worker engaged in Private Practice since 1980. I have a wealth of practical information and useful coping strategies to assist clients with life's challenges. In addition, I have extensive experience working with veterans and others suffering from Traumatic Brain Injury.
I work with Individuals, Couples, and Families to foster healing and behavior change during troubled times. Together we develop a road-map that safely guides to new and more effective life choices. My style is directive yet comforting and always goal-oriented. My ideal clients are those seeking quality treatment.
Over several years, I gained extensive experience working with individuals suffering from the effects of trauma, abuse and domestic violence.
With over 25 years of experience in the mental health field, I provide a warm, authentic, and collaborative space where adults can explore life’s challenges, gain insight, and create meaningful change. I work with depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, separation and divorce, fertility, pregnancy and infant loss, grief, trauma, self-esteem, chronic illness, medical and surgical weight loss, and work-life balance. I am passionate about providing affirming care to members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Over several years, I gained extensive experience working with individuals suffering from the effects of trauma, abuse and domestic violence.
With over 25 years of experience in the mental health field, I provide a warm, authentic, and collaborative space where adults can explore life’s challenges, gain insight, and create meaningful change. I work with depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, separation and divorce, fertility, pregnancy and infant loss, grief, trauma, self-esteem, chronic illness, medical and surgical weight loss, and work-life balance. I am passionate about providing affirming care to members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Through trauma-informed, compassionate care, I help clients heal from abuse, strengthen coping skills, improve self-esteem, build resilience, and achieve lasting emotional wellness.
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, stress, or life transitions? I provide compassionate, trauma-informed therapy for teens and adults in a safe, supportive environment. Using an integrative, client-centered approach, I help clients heal from trauma, manage anxiety and depression symptoms, develop healthy coping skills, improve emotional regulation, strengthen resilience, and achieve lasting mental wellness and personal growth.
Through trauma-informed, compassionate care, I help clients heal from abuse, strengthen coping skills, improve self-esteem, build resilience, and achieve lasting emotional wellness.
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, stress, or life transitions? I provide compassionate, trauma-informed therapy for teens and adults in a safe, supportive environment. Using an integrative, client-centered approach, I help clients heal from trauma, manage anxiety and depression symptoms, develop healthy coping skills, improve emotional regulation, strengthen resilience, and achieve lasting mental wellness and personal growth.
Painful experiences from the past and the challenges of everyday life can affect how we see ourselves, relate to others, and navigate the world around us. Many of the patterns we develop to cope with difficult circumstances once served a purpose but may now leave us feeling stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected, or repeating cycles that no longer support us.
I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore these patterns, develop practical coping skills, and work toward meaningful and lasting change.
Painful experiences from the past and the challenges of everyday life can affect how we see ourselves, relate to others, and navigate the world around us. Many of the patterns we develop to cope with difficult circumstances once served a purpose but may now leave us feeling stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected, or repeating cycles that no longer support us.
I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore these patterns, develop practical coping skills, and work toward meaningful and lasting change.
I work with clients who are experiencing: depression, anxiety, mood disorders, substance abuse issues, anger management, parent-child conflict, trauma and work related issues.
Are you having difficulty with the relationships in your life? Are you struggling to make progress with your goals? Is it hard for you to find meaning in your daily living? I firmly believe that before any psychological theory or technique can be helpful, a therapeutic relationship must be established. I see the relationship between a client and therapist as a collaborative partnership. Whether you are an adult, adolescent, or family, I seek to create a safe, caring, and non-judgmental environment for us to explore identity, patterns, choices, and opportunities for growth and change.
I work with clients who are experiencing: depression, anxiety, mood disorders, substance abuse issues, anger management, parent-child conflict, trauma and work related issues.
Are you having difficulty with the relationships in your life? Are you struggling to make progress with your goals? Is it hard for you to find meaning in your daily living? I firmly believe that before any psychological theory or technique can be helpful, a therapeutic relationship must be established. I see the relationship between a client and therapist as a collaborative partnership. Whether you are an adult, adolescent, or family, I seek to create a safe, caring, and non-judgmental environment for us to explore identity, patterns, choices, and opportunities for growth and change.
If you're a couple repeatedly conflicting over the same issues, your fights escalate rapidly with no healthy resolution, feeling increasingly disconnected, stuck and hopeless ... a mom depressed after giving birth, overwhelmed with guilt and shame, isolated ... a male in you're 40’s, anxious, engaged in addictive behavior, having angry outbursts, would like to stop but don't know how ... in your 20’s with a trauma history, have been in consecutive relationships, having difficulty with trust, feeling safe, avoiding conflict ... I would be honored to walk with you in your present struggle and heartache towards wholeness and healing.
If you're a couple repeatedly conflicting over the same issues, your fights escalate rapidly with no healthy resolution, feeling increasingly disconnected, stuck and hopeless ... a mom depressed after giving birth, overwhelmed with guilt and shame, isolated ... a male in you're 40’s, anxious, engaged in addictive behavior, having angry outbursts, would like to stop but don't know how ... in your 20’s with a trauma history, have been in consecutive relationships, having difficulty with trust, feeling safe, avoiding conflict ... I would be honored to walk with you in your present struggle and heartache towards wholeness and healing.
I am an empathetic and compassionate counselor with emphasis on holistic well-being. I have had over two decades of extensive experience working with all age groups, children, adolescents and adults. I help treat anxiety, depression, mood disorders, post -traumatic stress disorder, self-esteem issues, low academic achievement, parent-child relationship issues and other family conflict issues. My approach is mind-body-brain based.
I am an empathetic and compassionate counselor with emphasis on holistic well-being. I have had over two decades of extensive experience working with all age groups, children, adolescents and adults. I help treat anxiety, depression, mood disorders, post -traumatic stress disorder, self-esteem issues, low academic achievement, parent-child relationship issues and other family conflict issues. My approach is mind-body-brain based.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and you do not have to do it alone. If you are feeling anxious, emotionally exhausted, overwhelmed by ADHD, healing from trauma, or navigating a major life transition, I offer a supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and respected.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and you do not have to do it alone. If you are feeling anxious, emotionally exhausted, overwhelmed by ADHD, healing from trauma, or navigating a major life transition, I offer a supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and respected.
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Domestic Abuse Therapists
What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognize that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.
When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.
What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.
How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.