Therapists in Fairfax, VA
Keystone Therapy Group
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCs, LMFTs
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030
Now Accepting New Clients! Keystone Therapy Group was founded to provide support and guidance to clients who are struggling with symptoms, relationships, or life experiences. We believe that anxiety, depression, stress, etc. impact our thoughts and behaviors, getting in the way of who we want to be and how we interact with others. When our therapists provide a safe space for reflections, clients are able to understand the root of their symptoms and learn to make healthy changes in themselves or their relationships and pursue their ideal self. We enjoy working with clients who have an open mind and willingness to self-reflect.
Now Accepting New Clients! Keystone Therapy Group was founded to provide support and guidance to clients who are struggling with symptoms, relationships, or life experiences. We believe that anxiety, depression, stress, etc. impact our thoughts and behaviors, getting in the way of who we want to be and how we interact with others. When our therapists provide a safe space for reflections, clients are able to understand the root of their symptoms and learn to make healthy changes in themselves or their relationships and pursue their ideal self. We enjoy working with clients who have an open mind and willingness to self-reflect.
Greg Clark
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA-R
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030
If you, you and your partner, or family members are going through a difficult period in your life/lives, I can help guide you in the direction you would like to see a change in. Relationships, work, family, and personal life are all intertwined. If your goals and needs are to achieve a healthy balance between all of them, please let me know. Every individual has different goals. We can work on them together in a non-judgmental therapeutic relationship.
If you, you and your partner, or family members are going through a difficult period in your life/lives, I can help guide you in the direction you would like to see a change in. Relationships, work, family, and personal life are all intertwined. If your goals and needs are to achieve a healthy balance between all of them, please let me know. Every individual has different goals. We can work on them together in a non-judgmental therapeutic relationship.
Yasmeen Al-Suqi
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030 (Online Only)
Life’s journey often brings a complex mix of challenges and transitions that can impact anyone, regardless of their background or experiences. My clients are individuals facing the multifaceted difficulties of adapting to significant life changes, managing stress, anxiety, depression, and healing from trauma and past adversities. They are people from all walks of life who seek to understand and overcome their personal struggles to find balance, healing, and fulfillment. These individuals are looking for effective coping strategies, support in navigating their emotions, and guidance in building resilience and making life changes.
Life’s journey often brings a complex mix of challenges and transitions that can impact anyone, regardless of their background or experiences. My clients are individuals facing the multifaceted difficulties of adapting to significant life changes, managing stress, anxiety, depression, and healing from trauma and past adversities. They are people from all walks of life who seek to understand and overcome their personal struggles to find balance, healing, and fulfillment. These individuals are looking for effective coping strategies, support in navigating their emotions, and guidance in building resilience and making life changes.
Couples Therapy at The Center for Connection
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC, LCSW, LMFT-R, LPC-R
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030
We help couples build person-to-person, heart-to-heart, soul-to-soul connections. We all long to be seen, heard, understood, held, and cherished by our precious person. Being in secure connection often conflicts with how life has shaped us. For many of us, relationship experiences have included bumps in the road, needs have been missed, wounds have developed, protections have grown, trust has been broken, limited beliefs have emerged, and parts of us have been hidden away. We help couples explore how life has influenced their interactions and then find lasting ways to heal, connect, repair, meet unmet needs, and build security.
We help couples build person-to-person, heart-to-heart, soul-to-soul connections. We all long to be seen, heard, understood, held, and cherished by our precious person. Being in secure connection often conflicts with how life has shaped us. For many of us, relationship experiences have included bumps in the road, needs have been missed, wounds have developed, protections have grown, trust has been broken, limited beliefs have emerged, and parts of us have been hidden away. We help couples explore how life has influenced their interactions and then find lasting ways to heal, connect, repair, meet unmet needs, and build security.
Allie Townsend
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030 (Online Only)
Hi there! I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in anxiety, stress, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) in children, adolescents, and adults. I work collaboratively with my clients to understand the ways their symptoms are impacting their lives, and then make unique treatment plans to best suit their individual needs. I adherently provide evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy, with a particular emphasis on exposure and response prevention. I utilize interventions that research has shown to be effective while maintaining a compassionate environment for you.
Hi there! I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in anxiety, stress, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) in children, adolescents, and adults. I work collaboratively with my clients to understand the ways their symptoms are impacting their lives, and then make unique treatment plans to best suit their individual needs. I adherently provide evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy, with a particular emphasis on exposure and response prevention. I utilize interventions that research has shown to be effective while maintaining a compassionate environment for you.
Alyssa Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ATR-P
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030
You deserve to live a life that leaves you excited to wake up every morning! I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. Starting therapy can be scary, and I am here to help you take that first step.
You deserve to live a life that leaves you excited to wake up every morning! I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. Starting therapy can be scary, and I am here to help you take that first step.
Ellen M Neal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22033 (Online Only)
For whatever reason you've made your way here. Whatever the reason is, I want you to know this-your thoughts and feelings...are safe with me. Maybe you don't have specific goals defined. Maybe you aren't sure where to start in therapy. That's ok. What you do know is that you want to feel better. The ultimate goal is to be able to manage one's own personal challenges, resulting in emotional stability, peace of mind, and a better life. A major predictor of success in therapy is the relationship between therapist and client. I see myself as your agent for change. When you are ready call for an appointment at 703-220-0107.
For whatever reason you've made your way here. Whatever the reason is, I want you to know this-your thoughts and feelings...are safe with me. Maybe you don't have specific goals defined. Maybe you aren't sure where to start in therapy. That's ok. What you do know is that you want to feel better. The ultimate goal is to be able to manage one's own personal challenges, resulting in emotional stability, peace of mind, and a better life. A major predictor of success in therapy is the relationship between therapist and client. I see myself as your agent for change. When you are ready call for an appointment at 703-220-0107.
Hae-Jin Hwang
MA, CIRT, VA QMHP, NJ AMFT
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22031 (Online Only)
I call myself as a relationship therapist because I value a relationship and want to help people to improve their relationship. I have learned that when people struggle with relationship with their family or intimate part, they often experience various psychological symptoms and emotional distress, such as depression, anxiety, sadness, and helpless feelings.
I call myself as a relationship therapist because I value a relationship and want to help people to improve their relationship. I have learned that when people struggle with relationship with their family or intimate part, they often experience various psychological symptoms and emotional distress, such as depression, anxiety, sadness, and helpless feelings.
Marion Burke
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD, LPC-r, BCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030
Painful past experiences and current life stressors can tremendously impact our mental health, challenge our relationships with others, and affect our sense of self. We often have to find strategies to adapt and survive difficult circumstances of disconnection, criticism, invalidation, and trauma. Without realizing it, we may develop beliefs about ourselves that are limiting and self-defeating, and we continue to operate from old patterns long after they have stopped serving us. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, empathic, and nonjudgmental space for you to share, learn, grow, and heal.
Painful past experiences and current life stressors can tremendously impact our mental health, challenge our relationships with others, and affect our sense of self. We often have to find strategies to adapt and survive difficult circumstances of disconnection, criticism, invalidation, and trauma. Without realizing it, we may develop beliefs about ourselves that are limiting and self-defeating, and we continue to operate from old patterns long after they have stopped serving us. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, empathic, and nonjudgmental space for you to share, learn, grow, and heal.
Isabel J Park
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22031 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Long before the pandemic I have been delivering teletherapy to the Bay Sate after HealinGrace in Harvard Sq moved to NoVA. As a certified EMDR therapist I have developed refined ways to conduct as powerful EMDR sessions over the phone or video as in person. My clients have experienced profound transformations as we identify the root of their issues, process painful memories, develop healthy beliefs, and amplify their strengths. Chronically depressed client started seeing life "in color" and severely anxious client drove cross country. Couples on the brink of divorce renewed their covenant and a divorced couple remarried one another.
Long before the pandemic I have been delivering teletherapy to the Bay Sate after HealinGrace in Harvard Sq moved to NoVA. As a certified EMDR therapist I have developed refined ways to conduct as powerful EMDR sessions over the phone or video as in person. My clients have experienced profound transformations as we identify the root of their issues, process painful memories, develop healthy beliefs, and amplify their strengths. Chronically depressed client started seeing life "in color" and severely anxious client drove cross country. Couples on the brink of divorce renewed their covenant and a divorced couple remarried one another.
Spiritual Direction at CCHC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030
Has our current health climate inspired you to make a change? Spiritual direction is the process of exploring a deeper relationship with the spiritual aspect of being human, and any aspect of your unique, personal, and sacred spirituality. For some, this includes exploring your relationship with the divine, deepening your spiritual identity, or building spiritual practices. For others, it includes exploring spiritual beliefs or values and the degree to which these fit with your personhood. It can involve asking questions, sharing joy, fears, or struggles, getting ‘unstuck’, or creating change in an informed and intentional way.
Has our current health climate inspired you to make a change? Spiritual direction is the process of exploring a deeper relationship with the spiritual aspect of being human, and any aspect of your unique, personal, and sacred spirituality. For some, this includes exploring your relationship with the divine, deepening your spiritual identity, or building spiritual practices. For others, it includes exploring spiritual beliefs or values and the degree to which these fit with your personhood. It can involve asking questions, sharing joy, fears, or struggles, getting ‘unstuck’, or creating change in an informed and intentional way.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22032 (Online Only)
No matter who you are or where you are in life, it has it's challenges! Don't go it alone! I'm passionate about creating the space for you to be your authentic self while helping you take steps to live your best life. I provide creative interventions for youth (8-18), especially those involved in court services, school disciplinary action, foster care, or have had traumatic experiences. I also work directly with families to help create the communication and atmosphere they desire. I help adults find purpose and direction, as well as strategies for managing depression, anxiety, life's stressors and transitions.
No matter who you are or where you are in life, it has it's challenges! Don't go it alone! I'm passionate about creating the space for you to be your authentic self while helping you take steps to live your best life. I provide creative interventions for youth (8-18), especially those involved in court services, school disciplinary action, foster care, or have had traumatic experiences. I also work directly with families to help create the communication and atmosphere they desire. I help adults find purpose and direction, as well as strategies for managing depression, anxiety, life's stressors and transitions.
Alpha Omega Clinic
Psychologist, PsyD, LCSW-C, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22031
Our mission is to promote mental health and marriage & family flourishing through quality, affordable mental health services that are integrated with the fullness of the Catholic faith. We offer individual, couples and family psychotherapy, as well as psychological and psychoeducational assessments. Our clinicians are trained in the resolution of a broad range of psychological, emotional, social and educational problems, and remain faithful to the Magisterium of the Catholic Church.
Our mission is to promote mental health and marriage & family flourishing through quality, affordable mental health services that are integrated with the fullness of the Catholic faith. We offer individual, couples and family psychotherapy, as well as psychological and psychoeducational assessments. Our clinicians are trained in the resolution of a broad range of psychological, emotional, social and educational problems, and remain faithful to the Magisterium of the Catholic Church.
Rachel Rosenberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22031
Not accepting new clients
I believe everybody has a story and it is my intention to create a healing and safe space for you to tell yours. We all have learned ways of seeing and navigating the world. My hope is that through our work together, you discover and access the strategies and resilience to live and experience life optimally. I strongly value the therapeutic relationship as a means to work through difficulties and uncover your unique strengths. I am a strong proponent of using play and expressive therapies to help you learn more about your inner world & reach your therapeutic goals. I am also trained in EMDR & use that to inform my work with adults.
I believe everybody has a story and it is my intention to create a healing and safe space for you to tell yours. We all have learned ways of seeing and navigating the world. My hope is that through our work together, you discover and access the strategies and resilience to live and experience life optimally. I strongly value the therapeutic relationship as a means to work through difficulties and uncover your unique strengths. I am a strong proponent of using play and expressive therapies to help you learn more about your inner world & reach your therapeutic goals. I am also trained in EMDR & use that to inform my work with adults.
Derek Clark
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22033 (Online Only)
What if you could deeply connect with people, trust yourself fully, and wake up excited for life? Difficult life events led you to coping in ways that were vital for surviving in the past, but now they are holding you back from living the life you want. I offer the opportunity for change. I can help you understand these protective parts of yourself, and gain a deeper Self awareness. By working together, we can heal the parts of you that are stuck in the past, and have kept you from moving forward. These parts show up as addiction, anxiety, depression, & self sabotage to distract from the pain beneath.
What if you could deeply connect with people, trust yourself fully, and wake up excited for life? Difficult life events led you to coping in ways that were vital for surviving in the past, but now they are holding you back from living the life you want. I offer the opportunity for change. I can help you understand these protective parts of yourself, and gain a deeper Self awareness. By working together, we can heal the parts of you that are stuck in the past, and have kept you from moving forward. These parts show up as addiction, anxiety, depression, & self sabotage to distract from the pain beneath.
Susan E Hardman
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22031
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and a School Psychologist in the Commonwealth of Virginia. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families experiencing a wide range of difficulties, including depression, anxiety, trauma, loss, adjustment, and family changes. I have also provided therapeutic and assessment services in a variety of settings, including schools, community clinics, university counseling centers, therapeutic day schools, and residential treatment centers.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and a School Psychologist in the Commonwealth of Virginia. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families experiencing a wide range of difficulties, including depression, anxiety, trauma, loss, adjustment, and family changes. I have also provided therapeutic and assessment services in a variety of settings, including schools, community clinics, university counseling centers, therapeutic day schools, and residential treatment centers.
Nancy Wachtenheim, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030
Making the initial contact with a therapist can be frightening and my first task is to assist you in feeling comfortable getting help for yourself. This can also bring a sense of relief. My early career experiences at a crisis center and community mental health center have given me the ability to diagnose and treat a wide variety of problems. My specialty is in treating acute and/or chronic depression and anxiety; adults with a history of abuse; and longstanding relationship and personality issues. I welcome into treatment older adolescents, adults of all ages, couples and partners, and families.
Making the initial contact with a therapist can be frightening and my first task is to assist you in feeling comfortable getting help for yourself. This can also bring a sense of relief. My early career experiences at a crisis center and community mental health center have given me the ability to diagnose and treat a wide variety of problems. My specialty is in treating acute and/or chronic depression and anxiety; adults with a history of abuse; and longstanding relationship and personality issues. I welcome into treatment older adolescents, adults of all ages, couples and partners, and families.
Rebecca Stevenson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030
We all get married in a certain time and place…but many of us struggle to find the agility to adjust with each other over the ensuing years. It’s life, it’s challenges, it’s children, it’s stressors, it’s whatever has brought you to this point. It’s normal! We lose sight of each other. As a couples specialist, my job is to help you truly ‘see’ your partner again. You’ll find my style…to be direct and open. I’m looking beneath the surface for fresh observations and new ways of understanding your emotions and stuckness.
We all get married in a certain time and place…but many of us struggle to find the agility to adjust with each other over the ensuing years. It’s life, it’s challenges, it’s children, it’s stressors, it’s whatever has brought you to this point. It’s normal! We lose sight of each other. As a couples specialist, my job is to help you truly ‘see’ your partner again. You’ll find my style…to be direct and open. I’m looking beneath the surface for fresh observations and new ways of understanding your emotions and stuckness.
Ebony Renee Smith
Resident in Counseling , MA, LPC-R, CP, CCPT
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030
I work with individuals, couples and families dealing with a variety of conditions. Whether there is one person or more in my office, my therapeutic philosophy is the same. This is because I believe that the quality of our relationships has a direct impact on the overall quality of our lives. For individuals, this means taking ownership of your own personal actions, values and personal growth. I help couples to learn how to improve their communication skills, develop tools to enhance their relationship, create better boundaries, and identify positive ways to respond to their spouse amid conflict and differences in perspective.
I work with individuals, couples and families dealing with a variety of conditions. Whether there is one person or more in my office, my therapeutic philosophy is the same. This is because I believe that the quality of our relationships has a direct impact on the overall quality of our lives. For individuals, this means taking ownership of your own personal actions, values and personal growth. I help couples to learn how to improve their communication skills, develop tools to enhance their relationship, create better boundaries, and identify positive ways to respond to their spouse amid conflict and differences in perspective.
Paige Fife
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I am now accepting clients to start therapy in April. Please email (no phone calls or texts please!) if you are interested in a consultation. I work well with highly motivated clients struggling with perfectionism, people-pleasing, anxiety, intrusive thoughts and sleep issues.
I am now accepting clients to start therapy in April. Please email (no phone calls or texts please!) if you are interested in a consultation. I work well with highly motivated clients struggling with perfectionism, people-pleasing, anxiety, intrusive thoughts and sleep issues.
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Number of Therapists in Fairfax, VA
1,000+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Fairfax, VA who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
88% | Depression |
78% | Self Esteem |
73% | Coping Skills |
71% | Relationship Issues |
67% | Trauma and PTSD |
62% | Stress |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
74% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
64% | Cigna and Evernorth |
58% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Fairfax, VA see their clients
58% | In Person and Online | |
42% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
84% | Female | |
15% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Fairfax?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.