Women's Issues Therapists in Fairfax, VA

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, dissociation, anxiety and depression. I also have a special interest in serving other clinicians on their road to self-discovery.

Finding the right therapeutic "fit" is one of the most important decisions you will undertake. You often can't waste time because you or your family needs help now, which is why I offer a compassionate, solution-oriented approach to clients. Hi, my name is Caren Ann Appel & I'm a Clinician, working toward licensure in clinical social work. I have a master's in clinical & macro social work from The Catholic University of America & another master's degree in Gender History from San Francisco State University.

Are you ready to change your life? As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I have been working with individual, couples and families for over twenty years. My goal is to help you enhance your life, improve your overall functioning and have a better understanding on how to care for yourself. My approach is gentle but direct, strength based and I focus on each person's individualized needs.

My personal mission is to provide, protect, and treat others with love and respect and to positively inspire their desire to believe in self. I put an emphasis of building a positive and trusting relationship with each client through providing a safe therapeutic environment in which the client is able to process their feelings and disappointments and ultimately rebuild that which is broken.

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.

I have been in the counseling field for over 30 years! I specialize in trauma therapy and relational issues. I have extensive experience with anxiety and depressive disorders, codependency, and women's issues . I encourage clients to use their strengths to combat sabotaging beliefs & find new ways of coping and grounding. I provide a customized treatment approach for the unique needs of each client. I integrate traditional & current therapy techniques to help clients make lasting, positive changes. My clients report greater confidence, restored relationships, increased emotional support from within, and more happiness.

I specialize in adolescent and adult mental health issues and work primarily with individuals and families to provide support in a holistic manner. I am available to help individuals and families with various issues including, but not limited to: anxiety, depression, grief, parenting, ADHD, women's issues , life transitions, eating concerns, and social anxiety. If desired, I am able to integrate a faith-based framework for clients.

Welcome! If you are reading this, you are at least thinking about making room for healing, growth and change in your life. Maybe you need to forgive yourself, or somebody else. Maybe you want to break a pattern of behavior that no longer suits your needs. Maybe you just need a place to rest, reflect and learn about who you are. Whatever your reason or need, be proud of yourself for taking a step toward something extraordinary. I would be honored to support you on your journey.

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.

I have over ten years of experience working with older adolescents and adults of diverse cultural backgrounds and intersecting identities. I strive to create a welcoming, supportive, and safe environment that fosters a relationship where you feel accepted, empowered, and able to express and gently explore vulnerable and painful feelings and thoughts. I am empathetic and not afraid to get down in the pit with you to explore the darkness and honor how the pain in your life illuminates what is most important to you.

It is not easy to ask for help, but in working with me you will find a safe, compassionate, and accepting space that fosters growth and personal development. My strengths-focused approach relies on mindfulness, insight and working towards goals that we set together. I take a holistic approach in working with issues of anxiety and depression, postpartum depression and anxiety, infertility, life transitions, parent coaching, persistent relationship or family difficulties. During a global pandemic, we are all feeling isolated and I am here to help with struggles that are coming up.

I am a Clinical Mental Health Counselor, treating individuals, couples, family & group therapy. I specialize in expressive therapy for children and adolescents. I am experienced in applying object-relational, CBT, acceptance and commitment, solution focused, and various therapeutic approaches to assist the client in reaching their goals. I have worked with a variety of mental health conditions including ADHD, Autism Spectrum, Post Traumatic Stress, depression, and more. I'm a graduate of Marymount University and a PhD candidate.

Described by others as warm and insightful, I’ve been a Licensed Professional Counselor since 1999, helping people with anxiety, ADD, depression, divorce, grief, life transitions and relationships. Additionally I have experience helping adult children with aging parents and for many years worked in a faith based setting where I helped to grow their Counseling Center. As a trauma informed EMDR trained therapist, I can help you develop emotional regulation and grounding skills to help find better balance. Carving out time to meet with a counselor is an investment in yourself and can truly help to enhance your wellbeing.

Do you wake up in the mornings with a feeling of dread? Does it seem like you can never fully let your guard down? I know these struggles, because I’ve helped people work through them for over 15 years. Many of my clients have dealt with traumas, anxiety, depression, or relationship issues. I find they often go hand in hand. At some point it all becomes too much, and it’s time to get support. I offer treatment for those who want to overcome high stress, effects of trauma, depression, and more. As you begin this road of healing, you can find the relief and confidence to live your life with more confidence and less fear.

Sunnie, M.Ed., Resident in Counseling has experience working with individuals in a private practice setting, hospital outpatient setting, and graduate level academia. Sunnie has worked with individuals, families, and couples from the age of 18 and older who struggle with mild-to- moderate mental health issues. In addition, Sunnie has provided counseling for underserved and uninsured populations. Sunnie received her Master’s degree in Clinical Community Agency Counseling from George Mason University. She is passionate about therapy and the effectiveness of having therapeutic support with life’s difficulties and challenges.

I am a Social Worker engaged in Private Practice since 1980. I have a wealth of practical information and useful coping strategies to assist clients with life's challenges. I work with Individuals, Couples, and Families to foster healing and behavior change during troubled times. Together we develop a road-map that safely guides to new and more effective life choices. My style is directive yet comforting and always goal-oriented.

When feelings of worry, irritability, sadness, anger or the curve balls life throws at you become overwhelming, they can begin to interfere with your ability to be fully present at home, work, or in your relationships. Sometimes these feelings may be related to current life stressors, or they may have deeper roots that make them feel harder to untangle. I can help you by providing a warm, safe, and non-judgmental environment to begin the process of self-exploration and healing .I am a licensed clinical psychologist with extensive experience working with adolescents and adults from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Are you wondering whether your worries about food, exercise, and weight are becoming a serious problem? I can help you understand the extent of the problem and help you understand if therapy would be a good option for you. While I have a wide range of experience treating many issues, I specialize in treating women and teens who struggle with eating issues, body acceptance, depression, anxiety, and trauma. I especially enjoy working with teens and young adults and their parents to establish a family structure conducive to recovery.