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Damian Ayala
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22031
Waitlist for new clients
With over 12 years of providing quality professional mental health services to children, teenagers, adults, and families, I look forward to helping my clients thrive in the midst of incredibly challenging situations. It has been said that life is a beautiful struggle. Often, the struggle - whether it arises from life transitions, loss, trauma, or everyday stressors - overshadows the beauty of life. It is in these times I seek to walk alongside my clients and provide the space and time for them to develop insight and skills, grieve losses, process traumas, and rediscover joy and hope.
With over 12 years of providing quality professional mental health services to children, teenagers, adults, and families, I look forward to helping my clients thrive in the midst of incredibly challenging situations. It has been said that life is a beautiful struggle. Often, the struggle - whether it arises from life transitions, loss, trauma, or everyday stressors - overshadows the beauty of life. It is in these times I seek to walk alongside my clients and provide the space and time for them to develop insight and skills, grieve losses, process traumas, and rediscover joy and hope.
(540) 495-1403 View (540) 495-1403
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Matthew Partlow
Pre-Licensed Professional, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030
I am passionate about helping people who are seeking a therapist who can help restore balance and happiness in their life. I have worked with diverse populations, addressing a wide range of needs including trauma, depression, anxiety, crisis counseling, personal growth, grief, identity exploration, young adults, men's concerns, veterans’ issues, and emotional intelligence enhancement.
I am passionate about helping people who are seeking a therapist who can help restore balance and happiness in their life. I have worked with diverse populations, addressing a wide range of needs including trauma, depression, anxiety, crisis counseling, personal growth, grief, identity exploration, young adults, men's concerns, veterans’ issues, and emotional intelligence enhancement.
(571) 487-8719 View (571) 487-8719
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Ben Thomas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, CSAC
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030
In my experience, crisis in the form of grief, relationship issues, or from other unresolved issues is often a catalyst for change and I would be honored to have the opportunity to work with you.
I am a clinician with over 30 years combined experience in the fields of substance abuse and mental health. I have worked for a number of years assisting adults find recovery in an outpatient substance abuse setting. In more recent years, I have worked with people of all ages experiencing a mental health and/or substance abuse crisis. I use a client centered approach and I am familiar with other treatment modalities such as cognitive behavior therapy.
In my experience, crisis in the form of grief, relationship issues, or from other unresolved issues is often a catalyst for change and I would be honored to have the opportunity to work with you.
I am a clinician with over 30 years combined experience in the fields of substance abuse and mental health. I have worked for a number of years assisting adults find recovery in an outpatient substance abuse setting. In more recent years, I have worked with people of all ages experiencing a mental health and/or substance abuse crisis. I use a client centered approach and I am familiar with other treatment modalities such as cognitive behavior therapy.
(571) 520-9567 View (571) 520-9567
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Veritas Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030
Break Free from sadness and stress! Veritas Counseling is a general counseling practice treating many of life's issues: anxiety, depression, couples counseling, family therapy, postpartum, child behaviors, parent coaching, trauma, PTSD, autism, ADHD, stress management, grief, death, and career counseling.  We do not participate with any insurance companies, but we will give you a detailed receipt to submit to your insurance for reimbursement of fees. We also accept all HSA/FSA funds, so if you have HSA money saved you can use it for counseling! Upon client request we also offer Catholic and Christian counseling.
Break Free from sadness and stress! Veritas Counseling is a general counseling practice treating many of life's issues: anxiety, depression, couples counseling, family therapy, postpartum, child behaviors, parent coaching, trauma, PTSD, autism, ADHD, stress management, grief, death, and career counseling.  We do not participate with any insurance companies, but we will give you a detailed receipt to submit to your insurance for reimbursement of fees. We also accept all HSA/FSA funds, so if you have HSA money saved you can use it for counseling! Upon client request we also offer Catholic and Christian counseling.
(540) 305-8569 View (540) 305-8569
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Brian Marvin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22031  (Online Only)
***I AM ONLY SEEING TELEHEALTH CLIENTS ** Welcome to my practice! I have over 25 years of experience. I see pre-teens, adolescents and adults. If your youth struggles with school or friends, substance abuse, bullying, negative behaviors or self-confidence, I can help. If they worry too much or experience depression, I can help. I also work a lot with parents and children around divorce, blended family issues. In addition I can help you with job-stress, anxiety, panic attacks, feeling overwhelmed, mood changes, grief issues, relationship challenges or feelings related to unwanted sexual experiences in the past.
***I AM ONLY SEEING TELEHEALTH CLIENTS ** Welcome to my practice! I have over 25 years of experience. I see pre-teens, adolescents and adults. If your youth struggles with school or friends, substance abuse, bullying, negative behaviors or self-confidence, I can help. If they worry too much or experience depression, I can help. I also work a lot with parents and children around divorce, blended family issues. In addition I can help you with job-stress, anxiety, panic attacks, feeling overwhelmed, mood changes, grief issues, relationship challenges or feelings related to unwanted sexual experiences in the past.
(703) 935-1517 View (703) 935-1517
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AEDA Associates, LLC
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CSAC, NCAC II
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030
We approach each case with an innovative methodology, illuminating underlying issues of grief, abandonment, anger, abuse, lack of self-esteem, contributing factors to substance abuse disorder.
AEDA ASSOCIATES, LLC empowers substance abuse individuals to recover sobriety by providing addiction counseling, sober living housing referral services, spiritual, therapeutic and supportive services. Call For your FREE 1 Hour Session!
We approach each case with an innovative methodology, illuminating underlying issues of grief, abandonment, anger, abuse, lack of self-esteem, contributing factors to substance abuse disorder.
AEDA ASSOCIATES, LLC empowers substance abuse individuals to recover sobriety by providing addiction counseling, sober living housing referral services, spiritual, therapeutic and supportive services. Call For your FREE 1 Hour Session!
(703) 832-4807 View (703) 832-4807
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William “Will” Brown
Resident in Counseling, RIC
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030
I specialize in PTSD, trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, and more with the adult community.
The decision to start therapy is a major step on the path to improving your life and making constructive changes. As a compassionate therapist, my goal is to learn your story, explore your challenges and give you the tools to achieve meaningful progress on your journey.
I specialize in PTSD, trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, and more with the adult community.
The decision to start therapy is a major step on the path to improving your life and making constructive changes. As a compassionate therapist, my goal is to learn your story, explore your challenges and give you the tools to achieve meaningful progress on your journey.
(571) 777-0057 View (571) 777-0057
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James W Lehr III
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 20152  (Online Only)
In response to trauma, loss, or stressors, some people have developed addictions.
In these hectic times, we sometimes find ourselves feeling overwhelmed, disconnected from loved ones, or "stuck" and unsure about where we are headed. Some of us even struggle with past trauma that continues to define our present. As a therapist my responsibility is to provide a safe and supportive environment promoting awareness, cultivating strengths, and encouraging lasting change. My clients would describe me as warm, genuine, non-judgmental, open, and motivating. My style draws upon an experience range including solution-focused, Cognitive Behavioral and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. website: james-lehr.clientsecure.me
In response to trauma, loss, or stressors, some people have developed addictions.
In these hectic times, we sometimes find ourselves feeling overwhelmed, disconnected from loved ones, or "stuck" and unsure about where we are headed. Some of us even struggle with past trauma that continues to define our present. As a therapist my responsibility is to provide a safe and supportive environment promoting awareness, cultivating strengths, and encouraging lasting change. My clients would describe me as warm, genuine, non-judgmental, open, and motivating. My style draws upon an experience range including solution-focused, Cognitive Behavioral and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. website: james-lehr.clientsecure.me
(207) 521-9890 View (207) 521-9890
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Dr. William S. Rybicki
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030
As any mental health professional would know—especially a clinical psychologist with 35 years of experience—there are no ideal clients. All clients are imperfect, struggling to make sense of their emotional confusions, flaws and wounds. Each client seeks from therapy some form of healing and deeper understanding; but the process of doing so is unclear and uncertain. The psychotherapist role is to provide a safe, open and nonjudgmental relationship in which painful and often hidden personal issues can be explored and better understood. Then the challenges of taking small, fragile steps towards healing can be faced together.
As any mental health professional would know—especially a clinical psychologist with 35 years of experience—there are no ideal clients. All clients are imperfect, struggling to make sense of their emotional confusions, flaws and wounds. Each client seeks from therapy some form of healing and deeper understanding; but the process of doing so is unclear and uncertain. The psychotherapist role is to provide a safe, open and nonjudgmental relationship in which painful and often hidden personal issues can be explored and better understood. Then the challenges of taking small, fragile steps towards healing can be faced together.
(571) 520-7455 View (571) 520-7455
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Louis Faith
MA
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030
Website: www.healingheartsva.com. Life's challenges can cause significant feelings of overwhelm, loneliness, and uncertainty. When these feelings are left unaddressed for too long, anxiety, mood problems, and helplessness arise, inevitably stealing our peace and ability to process things clearly. My goal is to help you experience the relief you seek from your unfortunate circumstances and any negative thinking about yourself and future. My goal in therapy is ultimately to give you hope.
Website: www.healingheartsva.com. Life's challenges can cause significant feelings of overwhelm, loneliness, and uncertainty. When these feelings are left unaddressed for too long, anxiety, mood problems, and helplessness arise, inevitably stealing our peace and ability to process things clearly. My goal is to help you experience the relief you seek from your unfortunate circumstances and any negative thinking about yourself and future. My goal in therapy is ultimately to give you hope.
(571) 946-9466 View (571) 946-9466
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Kyle Stephan
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030
The building blocks of your identity are rooted in the relational experiences you had as a child, the world you lived in, the resources available, and the challenges life sent your way. You may have learned that some emotions or needs were not acceptable or tolerable, some needs would need to be met indirectly through adaptations (such as perfectionism, people pleasing, playing small or withdrawing), or that some needs might not be met at all and would need to be abandoned or minimized. My role is to help you make sense of who you are, how you got here, your patterns of relating, and how to create the relationships you long for.
The building blocks of your identity are rooted in the relational experiences you had as a child, the world you lived in, the resources available, and the challenges life sent your way. You may have learned that some emotions or needs were not acceptable or tolerable, some needs would need to be met indirectly through adaptations (such as perfectionism, people pleasing, playing small or withdrawing), or that some needs might not be met at all and would need to be abandoned or minimized. My role is to help you make sense of who you are, how you got here, your patterns of relating, and how to create the relationships you long for.
(703) 420-5297 View (703) 420-5297
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David Paul
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MDiv
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030
The goal of all therapy and counseling is to reduce suffering. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, impulsivity, ADHD, relationship problems, traumatic past, gender identity, sexual orientation, or just feeling stuck and dissatisfied with life, therapy can be a powerful vehicle for holistic change and increased peace and contentment. By focusing on your natural strengths we work collaboratively to identify the roadblocks internally and externally getting in the way of leading a fulfilled life.
The goal of all therapy and counseling is to reduce suffering. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, impulsivity, ADHD, relationship problems, traumatic past, gender identity, sexual orientation, or just feeling stuck and dissatisfied with life, therapy can be a powerful vehicle for holistic change and increased peace and contentment. By focusing on your natural strengths we work collaboratively to identify the roadblocks internally and externally getting in the way of leading a fulfilled life.
(202) 849-9624 View (202) 849-9624
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Cabush, Paul and Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030
Families in the D.C. area have come to trust my experience grounded in compassion, competence, privacy and respect for personal beliefs. I encourage adults and children to define what matters most and to explore sports, art, drama, music, service and faith in order to live a healthy well-balanced life. Visit our main web site at CABUSH.COM
Families in the D.C. area have come to trust my experience grounded in compassion, competence, privacy and respect for personal beliefs. I encourage adults and children to define what matters most and to explore sports, art, drama, music, service and faith in order to live a healthy well-balanced life. Visit our main web site at CABUSH.COM
(540) 491-4564 View (540) 491-4564
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Shawn Pham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030  (Online Only)
Many times we navigate through the world feeling lost, alone, and even scared. We may tell ourselves that "nobody understands me," "nobody loves me," or "people have it much worst than I do, so why do I deserve to be kind to myself." Many of us tell ourselves some sort of variation of these things from time to time. Some of us may tell ourselves these statements on the daily basis. Come join me as we explore your relationship with yourself as well as your relationship with others.
Many times we navigate through the world feeling lost, alone, and even scared. We may tell ourselves that "nobody understands me," "nobody loves me," or "people have it much worst than I do, so why do I deserve to be kind to myself." Many of us tell ourselves some sort of variation of these things from time to time. Some of us may tell ourselves these statements on the daily basis. Come join me as we explore your relationship with yourself as well as your relationship with others.
(571) 470-5557 View (571) 470-5557
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Takhyun Cho
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LCPC, ACS, NCC
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030
Hello, and thank you for considering me as your therapist. My areas of expertise include working with individuals of all ages struggling with behavioral and emotional issues, including anger management, anxiety, depression, and relationship problems. Additionally, I have experience working with clients struggling with spiritual issues and those with family members with emotional struggles. I am also qualified to provide clinical supervision (VA & MD) to intern counselors, helping them develop their skills and knowledge to become effective therapists. I am also pleased to offer therapy sessions in Korean as well.
Hello, and thank you for considering me as your therapist. My areas of expertise include working with individuals of all ages struggling with behavioral and emotional issues, including anger management, anxiety, depression, and relationship problems. Additionally, I have experience working with clients struggling with spiritual issues and those with family members with emotional struggles. I am also qualified to provide clinical supervision (VA & MD) to intern counselors, helping them develop their skills and knowledge to become effective therapists. I am also pleased to offer therapy sessions in Korean as well.
(703) 420-7481 View (703) 420-7481
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Joseph Autry
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22033
Nice to meet you! My name is Joseph Autry and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 8 years of experience. I have worked with clients with anxiety, depression, substance use, personality, mood regulation, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, PTSD, eating disorders, and problems with trauma. I will often use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. Motivational Interviewing and Solution Focused Therapy are forms of therapy I usually like to use as well. I believe that being a therapist has allowed me to work and help clients who are feeling depressed and having thoughts of wanting to hurt
Nice to meet you! My name is Joseph Autry and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 8 years of experience. I have worked with clients with anxiety, depression, substance use, personality, mood regulation, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, PTSD, eating disorders, and problems with trauma. I will often use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. Motivational Interviewing and Solution Focused Therapy are forms of therapy I usually like to use as well. I believe that being a therapist has allowed me to work and help clients who are feeling depressed and having thoughts of wanting to hurt
(571) 554-5377 View (571) 554-5377
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Anwar Taylor
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMFT-R
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030
When we are in conflict, disconnection, or misunderstanding with a loved one, we all experience distress. Our protective strategies come alive- we shut down, criticize, go numb, or pursue for reconnection. We find ourselves in the same old dance, talking different relational languages we can’t seem to reconcile, having the same old fight. I help individuals, couples, and families talk about what is happening inside them, identify needs, and understand what is at the core of any recurring patterns. I make space for all the ways life has shaped each of you, how this impacts your interactions, and where the misses are taking place.
When we are in conflict, disconnection, or misunderstanding with a loved one, we all experience distress. Our protective strategies come alive- we shut down, criticize, go numb, or pursue for reconnection. We find ourselves in the same old dance, talking different relational languages we can’t seem to reconcile, having the same old fight. I help individuals, couples, and families talk about what is happening inside them, identify needs, and understand what is at the core of any recurring patterns. I make space for all the ways life has shaped each of you, how this impacts your interactions, and where the misses are taking place.
(571) 771-2637 View (571) 771-2637
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Seth Yavit - Art Therapist - Dc And Va
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030
Are you struggling to build or maintain relationships, manage emotions, or adjust to life's challenges? Depression, anxiety, anger, autism, schizophrenia, bipolar, and other disorders can be challenging to face alone. Therapy can help you build coping skills that you can use to overcome your challenges. While trauma can cause great pain in your life, learning the tools to become more positive and more focused can turn those defeats into the very things that build perseverance. I have helped clients of all ages overcome challenges to unlock more fulfilling lives. So reach out, I look forward to helping.
Are you struggling to build or maintain relationships, manage emotions, or adjust to life's challenges? Depression, anxiety, anger, autism, schizophrenia, bipolar, and other disorders can be challenging to face alone. Therapy can help you build coping skills that you can use to overcome your challenges. While trauma can cause great pain in your life, learning the tools to become more positive and more focused can turn those defeats into the very things that build perseverance. I have helped clients of all ages overcome challenges to unlock more fulfilling lives. So reach out, I look forward to helping.
(202) 217-1193 View (202) 217-1193
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Jason J Frazier
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22031  (Online Only)
By seeking out therapy, you're already doing the most important step - showing motivation to change. My goal in therapy is to help clients identify how symptoms or mismatches in coping strategies have gotten in their way, and seek out alternatives that are more firmly aligned with the kinds of lives and relationships that they want to have. Whether your struggles are recent or lifelong patterns that you're now looking to address, I'm here to help you engage in your life in ways that feel comforting and fulfilling.
By seeking out therapy, you're already doing the most important step - showing motivation to change. My goal in therapy is to help clients identify how symptoms or mismatches in coping strategies have gotten in their way, and seek out alternatives that are more firmly aligned with the kinds of lives and relationships that they want to have. Whether your struggles are recent or lifelong patterns that you're now looking to address, I'm here to help you engage in your life in ways that feel comforting and fulfilling.
(571) 444-8735 View (571) 444-8735
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Dr. Steven Majdecki
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030  (Online Only)
I am an Iraq War Veteran who, after serving pursued a passion for helping others by earning a Doctorate of Social Work. Now, as a Clinical Social Worker, I specialize in assisting individuals grappling with trauma, mental health issues, and substance misuse.
I am an Iraq War Veteran who, after serving pursued a passion for helping others by earning a Doctorate of Social Work. Now, as a Clinical Social Worker, I specialize in assisting individuals grappling with trauma, mental health issues, and substance misuse.
(804) 485-1608 View (804) 485-1608
Grief Therapists

How long does therapy take for grief?

There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.

When should you seek therapy for grief?

Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.

Can grief be managed without therapy?

Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.

What happens if grief is left untreated?

Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.