Domestic Abuse Therapists in Fairfax, VA

Goldye Donner, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, has been in the practice of counseling and psychotherapy since 1972. Her broad, holistic practice focuses on the development and reclaiming of strengths and resources and includes individual, couples; family and group work with adolescents and adults. She has a special interest in working with adults who suffered childhood abuse and neglect. Additionally hypnosis is available for stress and weight management, self-improvement, and smoking cessation. She has postgraduate training in family systems therapy, psychodrama, meditation, smoking cessation, hypnotherapy, stress management, eye movement integration (EMI), work with trauma survivors, and neurolinguistic programming.

Accepting New Clients! Keystone Therapy Group was founded to provide support and guidance to clients who are struggling to be who they want to be. We believe that anxiety, depression, stress, etc. occur as a symptom of a client experiencing thoughts or behaviors which are in conflict with who they want to be. When 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 to pursue their ideal self. We enjoy working with clients who have an open mind and willingness to self-reflect.

I am a bilingual (English and Spanish) Licensed Professional, a Nationally Certified Counselor and a Certified Traumatologist who specializes in trauma, mood and anxiety disorders, PTSD, relationship, multiculticultural issues and problems associated with emotional and physical abuse . I combine my expertise in cognitive behavioral therapy with new approaches including EMDR, solution focus therapy and brief therapy. Being myself an immigrant from Italy, I have over 20 years experience in counseling and training short-term international sojourners as well as immigrants who reside in the greater Washington, D.C. area.

Are you dealing with anxiety, stress, feeling overwhelmed, work issues or life changes? At Serene Solutions Counseling & Consulting Services we seek to understand each client’s outlook and perspective to meet each client where they are and help them get to where they want to be. We provide individual, couples and family counseling via video sessions and Sharnece Thomas also offers in person sessions.

Tired of second guessing yourself ? Challenged by anxiety, communication problems, anger or sadness? I offer a solution focused approach to resolve self-defeating behaviors. Do you often act out your emotional needs, even when knowing, logically it is not the best choice you can make? Learning how to integrate your emotional experience with your best-self needs, is a much more satisfying experience I can help you achieve.

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.

A history of working with children and adolescents for the past 20 years. A strong focus in family systems and internal family systems. I actively include parents and families in the treatment process. Also, a specialty with adults suffering from depression, anxiety, and trauma. I pull from treatment protocols that include CBT, Play Therapy, Expressive Therapies, Internal Family Systems, and EMDR. I have a background in substance abuse counseling and believe in 12 step programs. I value a comfortable therapeutic environment and strong therapeutic relationship.

**Teletherapy available** I am trauma informed and believe that individuals are experts of their own life experiences. I specialize in working with issues related to anxiety, depression, grief and loss, sexual abuse & trauma, relationship difficulties as well as life transitions and acculturation issues. I encourage clients to take an active role in their healing journey. I help clients develop their strengths by providing a safe space where they can gain insight, explore possibilities and develop coping skills. I am both bilingual (English/Spanish) and bicultural. I am EMDR certified.

Life isn’t always easy. Sometimes, even the strongest people amongst us need a little bit of help to work through some of life’s more challenging problems. Everyone has battles to might and hurdles to overcome at some point.

Congratulations on taking this first step and making it this far; searching for a therapist can be an overwhelming process! Many individuals struggle with depression, anxiety, negative thoughts, or simply the desire to understand themselves more thoroughly. Whether to improve mood and functioning, relationships, or process and understand past trauma, therapy can be beneficial, empowering, and play a role in maximizing the enjoyment of life! My goal is to provide a safe place for you as you explore your experiences and goals.

I am a trauma-informed resident therapist in Northern Virginia and I specialize in trauma, PTSD, abuse and mood disorders. I work with adults, youth and families both virtually and in-person. I also work extensively with the immigrant population providing support in areas like acculturation and resettlement, relationship issues, multicultural issues, intergenerational trauma, and social advocacy.

We all deserve to feel safe and at peace in the world. Trauma can include any experience that has been overwhelming or where you felt out of control. If unresolved, the effects of trauma can explain a variety of emotional and physical symptoms: chronic tension or anxiety, depression, distrust, reacting to loved ones with anger, absent-mindedness, difficulty setting boundaries or asking for what you need, feeling emotionally or physically numb/disconnected, needing to control or anticipate, aches and pains not otherwise explained by a medical diagnosis, or relying on substances, food or the internet to soothe.

I am a Resident in Counseling approved by the Virginia Board of Counseling, and working towards licensure. I completed my Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Memphis. I have worked in residential and outpatient settings. My previous experience includes working with adults, as well as young children, adolescents, and their families. I also have experience working with individuals who experienced trauma, abuse , and struggle with behavioral issues, as well as individuals struggling with substance abuse and criminal behavior.

For many immigrants, emigrating to the United States can be an exciting experience filled with anticipation, hope, and the start of a new chapter in their life. However, this experience can also bring with it challenges such as acculturative stress, anxiety, depression, and new and old trauma. At times, it is difficult to know how to address these challenges. Seeing a therapist is usually the first step to getting the support and guidance needed to successfully navigate stressors related to acculturation.

As a resident in counseling, I’m committed to helping people who have experienced something traumatizing in their life, people who are looking for someone to help them make sense of what has happened to them, or people who feel like they have no one to turn to for support. I have experience working with adults and adolescents who have experienced trauma, domestic violence , sexual trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, relationship issues, and self-esteem concerns.

My main goal is to provide a safe and nonjudgmental space where you can be honest, vulnerable, and your authentic self. You will find that as your counselor I also bring my honest and authentic self to our therapeutic relationship, and that means along with providing unconditional positive regard and support, I am not afraid to challenge you when necessary.

If you are having difficulties coping with stress related to unresolved anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse or other process addictions (eating disorders, compulsive sexuality, repetitive patterns of dysfunction in relationships, gambling, workaholism) you may wish to work with a specialist at IPI who is Certified to treat these conditions. The clinical director will speak to you personally about the goals you have for therapy and match you to the clinician who best meets your needs.

I specialize in working with adults and young women who have experienced traumatic events (childhood sexual abuse , rape, domestic violence , physical abuse , car accidents, military trauma, etc) and are experiencing trauma symptoms. The traumatic event may also lead to emotional dysregulation, self harm behaviors, hospitalizations and/or a diagnosis of Borderline Personality Disorder, among many other disorders. I also have a passion for working with veterans of post 9/11 wars who have a diagnosis of PTSD. My goal is to help others find and achieve their "life worth living".

True growth begins to take shape through self-awareness, reflection, and change. The therapeutic relationship is a major step towards that growth through collaboration, exploration, and understanding. I take great value in this relationship and hope to provide a sense of safety, curiosity, and overall relief of symptoms. I hope to help individuals develop and utilize better coping strategies, gain understanding of behaviors, and make connections between the past and present. It's truly an honor to watch individuals work to gain the successes in their lives, find true happiness and security, and an overall solid sense of themselves.