Bisexual Therapists in Fairfax, VA

As a systemic and attachment-based therapist, I believe we are all looking for connection, belonging, and acceptance. However old we are – infant, child, teen, or adult – we need to make sense of what happens to us, inside of us, and in our relationships. Our life experiences shape us in profound ways; our sense of self, and how we manage emotions, respond to stress and connect with others. When life experiences are adverse, our body and brain can make meaning in ways that can cause distress. I help clients connect with their innate ability to change and heal difficult experiences so they can find peace and self-worth at any age.

I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with a specialization in Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. I developed my specialty in treating emotional trauma by working with PTSD field experts at the Departments of Defense and Veterans Affairs. I offer gold-standard PTSD interventions endorsed by the National Center for PTSD and the American Psychological Association: Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and Prolonged Exposure (PE). I value evidence based therapies that are demonstrated to improve mental health. Many of my patients are active duty, veteran and federally employed (civilian).

My goal in therapy is to hold a compassionate, non-judgmental space for clients to explore their inner lives and make day-to-day life better, one step at a time. I utilize a variety of evidenced-based approaches, including cognitive behavior therapy, mindfulness, and acceptance and commitment therapy. I help clients connect their mind and body when it comes to healing from traumatic and difficult life experiences. My clients report that connecting the mind and body promote a feeling of peacefulness and restoration.

I work with adolescents and adults experiencing disordered eating and people seeking to make peace with food and their body. My work also includes people in relationships and individuals experiencing sexual problems, separation and divorce, infidelity, and co-parenting. I use a nonjudgemental, collaborative, person-centered approach to address the individual's needs. I work with individuals to help them recognize their own strengths and incorporate positive coping strategies as they move forward. I believe that creating trust and a little bit of humor go a long way in working through the struggles we face in life.

TELETHERAPY 15 MIN FREE INTRO CONSULT: "She’ll tell you what your friends won’t... and that’s a good thing which results in your time and money well-spent. So glad I found a therapist who 'get's it'. As she always tells me... Your life is not a dress rehersal. It's real and each day matters!"

Welcome! Often times we may find ourselves stuck, wanting, or needing more out of life with the inability to move forward. I work through a collaborative approach, identifying personal strengths that will help us move toward the direction of our goals. As a childcare provider for over 10 years, and now working with children and teens in various settings, I am able to support youth through mental hurdles that may arise. Through the use of creative art and play therapy, I specialize in working with children and adolescents who struggle with anxiety, depression, adjustment, self-esteem, and emotional or behavioral issues.

So much can get in the way of feeling close to those we love, and sometimes even block us from loving ourselves. Pain and loneliness leave us feeling like we don't have much left to give. Echoes of past trauma can come alive when we least expect them. Distress in our relationships impacts our ability to handle whatever else life throws our way. But when our most important relationships are steady and secure, they can be an amazing source of safety, strength, and healing - I can help your relationships be that source.

Do you long to talk to someone and feel deeply heard? You want to live the life of your dreams, but aren't sure what that is anymore. You want to experience fulfillment but are too stressed, sad, or unmotivated to challenge yourself. There is light at the end of the tunnel and we can help you see it!

I believe that clients are the expert in their lives who may need an opportunity to talk about what they are experiencing without feeling judged. The clinical process is not an easy path - it takes time to gain a greater awareness of ourselves and develop healthier coping strategies.

Therapy is about finding safety. Comfort. Releasing old wounds while turning to discovery with special attention to finding the most authentic self. I believe each person has within them their unique gifts and abilities to heal - which we tap into together in order to transcend problems and become healthy and whole again. I specialize in relationship repair after trauma. Affairs, emotional and otherwise don’t have to be the end. Sometimes fractures are where light gets in and I believe wholeheartedly that it’s possible to heal even from the deepest wounds. Therapy is a lot less expensive than attorneys!

Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, loss, trauma, isolation, relationship/family issues? At Open Mind Health, we get to the “root cause” of what’s actually leading to your emotional challenges, while treating the resulting issues and developing lasting solutions to help you feel optimistic and hopeful. With ease-of-access to our advanced telehealth platform or in-person visits, our expert psychiatrists and therapists offer highly individualized care wherever you are and whenever you need it. Our therapists and life coaches are compassionate and forward-thinkers. Call us today at 855-550-6063 to get started!

Do you get caught up in negative or irrational thoughts? Are your reactions exaggerated and ruin your relationships? Do you get overwhelmed easily and feel stuck in life? Do you self-blame and be critical of yourself? Together we will identify and explore your intense emotions and experiences that keep you feeling like you're in a hamster well. I provide an empathic space that is judgment-free. My experience includes working with children, adolescents, and adults who struggle with intense emotions, mood disorders, trauma, self-harm, anxiety, and depression.

Hello, my name is Alexandria “Alex” Arthur. I am here to help guide you through your trauma recovery. Congratulations on taking that first step into your emotional wellness! Life is tough but so are you! You do not have to feel stuck, weighed down, unmotivated, or like you have lost your spark! Lets discover some of those new tools of success together. I provide a non-judgmental, reliable, compassionate, and committed environment. With my person-centered therapy techniques, you will be put at the center of all we do for your mental health. I adhere to all ethical principles and treat people with the dignity and respect they deserve.

EMAIL is the fastest way to connect. I am an LPC with years of experience working with a diverse population of children, adolescents and adults in various settings: community counseling centers, therapeutic day schools, partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs, university clinic, and private practice settings. I received my Bachelor’s in Psychology from Indiana University and my Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The George Washington University.