Spirituality Therapists in Fairfax, VA

Are you looking for a soft, authentic space to land with what life has dealt you? You will find it here. I have worked with a variety of people with issues such as religious abuse, anxiety, depression, trauma, faith of origin doubts, partners/children of narcissists, relationship issues, sexuality and faith, abuse, singleness, and spiritual issues. I specialize in trauma-healing work with individuals surrounding a variety of issues. I am also trained in EFIT: a therapeutic modality used for healing attachment wounds. Licensed: MN, CA, VA, MD, DC. BIPOC ally.

Whether you want to talk, are looking for support through difficult times, or looking to make real change in your life, we can work together to achieve dreams, meet goals and rise above the ashes. Using my background as a mental health therapist, a certified addictions counselor, and specializations in spirituality , grief, multiculturalism, and hypnosis, I am sure we can find a way to work together toward your goal of well-being.

For the past 26 years (since 1996) I have been in private practice. Through the years, the focus has been forensics and traumas from early childhood to veterans' issues. The therapeutic approach I've maintained is a blend of psychology, creative arts and spirituality . All our creativity is merely an apprenticeship for the larger art: our lives. When given the opportunity to experience the visions, dreams and pain we enter the sacred. We are involved with forces whose energies are greater than our own.

My clients are searching for meaning and a sense of wholeness in their lives, sometimes in the midst of crisis, sometimes traveling through times of normative change. Although I am an ordained Presbyterian minister and consider my work a ministry of counseling, I value the diversity of our community and seek to meet people wherever they identify themselves to be and honor their unique stories, beliefs and perspectives.

I received my master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from Divine Mercy University, a program which understands the human person as fundamentally good, relational, and called to flourish. I am a member of the American Mental Health Counselor’s Association (AMHCA) and have been certified as a clinical traumatologist through the Green Cross Academy of Traumatology (GCAT).

People often seek counseling or psychotherapy to change and to resolve difficulties or problems. Seeking consultation is personal and it takes some courage to initiate contact. Sometimes the impetus comes from within; sometimes your circumstances or others close to you provide a nudge. Finding the 'right' therapist for you may take some exploration. Some people simply seek to talk privately about a subject or an issue. This may involve one's direction in life, career, management role, or decision-making. Some people seek to address deeply personal thoughts, emotions, behaviors, relationships, spirituality , or other concerns.

It is safe to say that no person is the same as another, and no one should be. My focus in therapy is to use supportive, therapeutic, and collaborative approaches that are tailored to you. Together we will ensure that you integrate deep-rooted insights and self-awareness in your behaviors patterns, so you can form processed and healthy emotional reactions. In therapy, I will assist you to overcome the difficult life experience that won’t seem to resolve itself. You will learn how to gain control over your choices, heal from the past, and develop coping strategies to overcome the obstacle and progress to your full potential.

Together will create a therapeutic space for you and your partner(s) to break through insecurities and establish healthy boundaries that allow you to break free of patterns and beliefs that kept you and your relationships stuck. Understanding how your family of origin and previous relationship impact how you are showing up in your current relationships. Exploring how cultural/religious attitudes shape your relationship with your body, impacting your sexual desire and responsiveness for connection. Together, we will identify healthy ways to shift learned behaviors that block you from growing and having relationships and sexual.

I've been a licensed clinical psychologist since 1994, and have counseled people with a wide range of life challenges, including: anxiety, stress, depression, self-image, men's issues, having a family member with special needs, spirituality , and major life transitions. I employ an individualized blend of therapeutic skills, to explore your life challenge through compassionate listening and meaningful interaction, with the goal towards deeper understanding which guides effective action planning and follow-through.

Sometimes the process of finding a therapist can be a challenge. If you are on this journey, I am here to listen your unique experiences and help you cope with mental health challenges by providing you with a holistic therapeutic experience and by showing empathy to see your world like how you see it. I believe that being accepting, non-judgmental, understanding, and listening are few of the most important skills as a therapist.

Bringing 10 years of patient care from a doctor's office setting and 2 years of client care currently in the mental health field, Roland aims to utilize the relationship built with the clients to help them overcome the weight of their issues and come out on the other side the best version of themselves. Roland uses an experiential and reality based approach to keep clients in the present in order to focus on how to change the here & now. Being a big proponent of creating connections, Roland makes the therapy setting conversational and comfortable in order to make the experience a safe one in order to tackle the issues at hand.

Imagine: it seems like no matter what we do, we feel 'trapped' or helpless in a stressful situation. My name is Mary Cano, and I am a Resident in Counseling who works with adolescents and adults struggling with trauma, anxiety, relationship issues, and depression. I also work with concerns including LGBTQ+ specific issues, substance use, life transitions, grief and loss, family issues, racial stressors, and issues or trauma related to religion or spirituality . Keeping emotional pain to yourself can feel burdensome. I believe everyone deserves a safe space to discuss thoughts, feelings, and beliefs without fear of judgment.

You have the power to heal, grow, and thrive. & I can help! As a clinical therapist, it’s my privilege to hold space for clients as they unpack areas of concern, increase self-awareness, restore balance, and identify strengths they can cultivate to create sustainable change. My clientele come from diverse walks of life. Many are working professionals who are struggling to keep up with the busy demands of life and now feel ready to explore areas they are stuck.

I believe that the therapeutic relationship is the most important factor in the growth and development of my clients. Within the therapeutic relationship, my clients can expect to be heard, supported, and encouraged as they work through their struggles to help them move forward. I have experience with all ages – children, adolescents, and adults. As a counselor, I provide services for individual, groups, and families.

I became a therapist because I have found that helping others is one of the greatest privileges afforded to a person. For me, working with people experiencing difficulty is a both a passion and a calling. My sense of purpose in life-what I describe as my spirituality -is directly connected to finding ways to be of service to other people. I have a tattoo on my wrist that summarizes my philosophy of life and of therapy. The tattoo is of the Japanese characters for "Kintsugi."

Specializing in Chronic Illness & Trauma and the mind body connection. Our health is everything, and when it is taken from us we progressively lean on dysfunctional thoughts, beliefs and habits to survive. We often lose our sense of trust and personal power, and rely on doctors or healers to fix us. We develop more anxiety, depression and frustration with life, which takes us farther and farther from our innate truth and authentic selves- exactly the things which we need to heal and recover. I have suffered from Lyme Disease for 15 years during which time I have developed and healed many complex symptoms.

If you are in a season of suffering, difficulty, or overwhelmed with life challenges, consider seeing Susannah for therapeutic services. Susannah is available to help individuals, couples and families with various issues, including, but not limited to: grief/loss, anxiety, trauma, adoption, identity issues, life transitions, eating issues, chronic illness, and depression. If desired, Susannah is able to integrate a Christian framework to guide her clients towards positive and sustainable change.

(JoshuaCrocker.com) Specializing in Couples Counseling and youth/young adults, my commitment is to provide a non-judgmental atmosphere where we face hard issues to grow and find more peace in your life. Leaving shame at the door, we dig into what is keeping you "stuck" and find practical tools to move forward. The therapist-client relationship gives one freedom, maybe beyond any other setting, to be fully open, honest and press forward.