Chronic Pain Therapists in Fairfax, VA

welcome. I hope that I can be helpful to you. I work with young adults, persons in mid life and older adults who need help with a variety of issues including challenging life events, transition and change, loss, grief, illness , depression, anxiety, caregiving and resource awareness. My goal is to make a positive difference in the lives of my clients who are struggling with life challenges. I do this by listening empathically, guiding my clients through personal exploration and providing support as they do so. I also provide resource information as appropriate.

If you are struggling with an issue in your life and you feel "stuck", you know how hard it can be to ask for help. You are a hardworking, intelligent person and others count on you. But sometimes it's hard to be yourself because of what you are carrying inside. Maybe it's an upsetting incident, a worry, or unwanted feelings. Have you thought, "I get what therapists say about my issues, but it doesn't change my pain or how I deal with things"? You are tired of "pushing things away." You are ready to try a different kind of therapy. And you want to work with someone experienced. If you have read this far, please give me a call!

Finding our way back to our whole self can be a difficult journey, one that asks us to connect with feelings not yet owned, wounds not yet processed, and longings not yet voiced. When our needs for comfort, validation, protection, and predictability are not met in our relationships, we can be vulnerable to feeling unworthy, unsafe, and that our needs are unimportant. The strategies we have for dealing with our unmet needs often show up in similar patterns for managing stress, distress, and disconnection. Some move towards others, hoping that if we fight loud, long, or hard enough, our pain and anger will eventually be acknowledged.

If you are feeling disconnected, helpless, or stuck, I can assist you in identifying and changing the patterns and ways of relating which might be holding you back. By prioritizing your sense of safety, welcoming heavy emotions, and guiding you to meet/heal unknown parts of yourself or your partner, you can gain freedom from the patterns in which you feel trapped. I work with individuals and couples, supporting them to understand the ways they manage stress through retreating inward and shutting down, or turning outwards for connection and validation. From there, I help clients to better understand who they are and what they need.

WHAT WE DO - We help people who struggle with mental illness get their lives back in order.

Are you feeling psychologically depleted or fearfully uncertain about the future? If you are feeling isolated, distressed, or experiencing problems in your relationships I hope I can guide you through these challenging times. My goal as your therapist would be to help you find your own pathway to healing, balance, and a peace of mind. I offer therapy for individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, relational issues, personality issues, trauma, chronic pain , and adjustment.

I support individuals and couples by using the science 0f attachment to make sense of important relationships. My role is to help you to organize your life experiences and emotional world so you can better understand your patterns and needs for connection and then find more satisfying ways to share who you are with the people you care about the most. I work to help you make sense of your emotions, especially the vulnerabilities, misunderstandings, protections, and hurts that underpin your experience and often drive your behavior or responses. This process shines a light on long-held patterns, unresolved pain , and fractured trust.

Sometimes in life we find ourselves at a loss for words. We feel frozen and unable to remove the burden and weight of loss or pain . In moments like this, it may be difficult to ask for help. But you are here because you are ready to take a step towards a better life, and I am ready to walk beside you and honor the journey you are on. My name is Jackie, and I am an art therapist, counselor and the owner of Renew- a small group practice in Fairfax VA. I specialize in women's issues, life transitions, chronic illnesses, anxiety and depression. I also have a special interest in serving other clinicians on their road to self-discovery.

I specialize in illness , loss, grief, and end-of-life issues. I am able to assist you with Anticipatory Grief, (grief before the death), Acute Grief (current loss, Early Grief ( first 2 years), and Mature Grief (across the lifespan). I take a holistic approach to working with clients seeking to grieve, supporting them to manage the daily business of living, find meaning, and heal from the losses that life and love bring to us as human beings. In my 22 years of practice, I have come to believe that life is beautiful and complicated, loss comes in many forms, and while pain is inevitable, suffering is optional.

I am a dedicated and passionate therapist with experience working with adults and families touched by anxiety, depression, coping with life difficulties and drug addiction. My belief and style of therapy are a combination of compassion, caring, empathy, dignity and respect for all of my clients.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been working in the mental health field for over 15 years. I view therapy as a collaborative process that enables clients to gain perspective on their emotions, beliefs, relationships and behaviors. My approach is empathic, authentic and warm. I work from a strengths based perspective and assist clients in facing life challenges in realistic ways through a combination of cognitive behavioral and psychodynamic therapies. I provide a confidential, safe environment for exploration and change.

If your relationship experiences haven't been optimal training ground for feeling whole, loveable, and secure in the world, I can help you understand your experiences, heal unresolved pain , and explore new ways to relate to yourself and others. In the safe container of therapy, you can explore your emotions and relationship cycles, and find new ways to connect. We all have the ability to grow beyond old patterns and emotional pain when given a nurturing space. I help couples learn how each partner responds to relationship distress and find safer ways to communicate needs, respond to conflict, and deepen emotional intimacy.

Voted Best of Fairfax in Counseling for 2021. I believe in a holistic approach that focuses on a patient's strengths. I work with my clients to develop a treatment plan that will address the whole person and their specific needs. I specialize in EMDR, Brainspotting, trauma, and the psychological symptoms related to Lyme and autoimmune disease. Other areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, life adjustments, bipolar disorder, substance abuse and chronic illness .

Change is hard. The emotions that arise can be painful to face and sometimes feel as if they keep us from moving forward. These changes are what I call the "difficult bumps" or "nodes" in life. I think of it this way: When the "nodes" of the cut stem of a plant are nourished with water they grow into roots. The stem transforms into a thriving plant, its roots anchoring it solidly to the ground. I help clients to recognize their "bumps" as an opportunity to transform pain into new roots of empowerment, self-worth, and self-appreciation.

Are you stressed, anxious, depressed, or feel out of control?Whether a parent concerned about a child, an adult, or couple, we can work together on your concerns. Do you want help with smoking, chronic pain , public speaking, phobias or sexual problems? We can develop a program to address these problems.If you are an executive or professional a coaching plan for career and business goals may help. Perhaps you want to write a book or perform better at a sport. We will approach your future with a problem solving, empathic and supportive approach. Warm regards! Geoff Michaelson,Ph.D.

I am committed to helping people - especially those with depression, anxiety, and eating disorders - understand themselves better so they can achieve a greater sense of fulfillment and satisfaction in life. I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families to reduce symptoms, develop healthy relationships, improve communication, and support self-realization. I believe that a safe, trusting, and collaborative relationship with a therapist can help people learn new ways of being that provide benefits throughout their lives. I use a certified Therapy Dog in-session to foster connection and safety in the therapeutic relationship.

Does worry interfere with your quality of life? Are habits or certain behaviors troubling you? Are important relationships unsatisfying? Are you feeling more anger, stress, or sadness? i can help. As a Licensed Clinical Psychologist since 1984, I have extensive experience, and adhere to the highest professional and ethical standards. I welcome your call for an initial 10-15 minute chat to discuss your concerns. I specialize in stress and anxiety management, phobias( including emetophobia and illness phobias), OCD, fear of public speaking, school concerns, habit control, relationships, communication and social skills training, anger management, ADD/ADHD, parent training, procrastination, performance improvement, LGBT, and diabetes

I believe that everyone has the ability to heal, learn, and thrive in the face of life's inevitable challenges. I provide individualized, compassionate care using techniques that are skills- focused and evidence-based. In my practice, these approaches have proven helpful for people struggling with medical issues such as neurological disorders, chronic pain , or fatigue and other symptoms related to physical imbalances. Many of my clients are also facing relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, a major life transition, or a recent loss. I help individuals and couples to create more vital, balanced, and meaningful lives.

Do you worry and feel tense most days? Do you doubt and criticize yourself? Do these thoughts make you feel overwhelmed by life and hold you back from reaching your goals? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you are not alone. Anxiety and depression are prevalent in everyday life especially during times of economic uncertainty and overwhelming stress. I can help you identify and resolve your fears and concerns through cognitive-behavioral therapy and other therapeutic approaches. You will learn how to empower yourself by exploring the connection between your thoughts, mood and behavior.

Welcome. The most important aspect of psychotherapy is the relationship with the therapist. Working through conflicts or past pain happens through experiencing, not just through merely reading or thinking about things. Gaining self acceptance and discovering how to bring an open heart to your family or intimate relationships does not come simply from acquiring an insight, or from reading a "how to" book. It starts with the healing relationship... and the only way you will find out how comfortable you might feel with your therapist is to talk to them in person. My focus in treatment is on the relationship.