Therapists for Teens in Franconia, VA
Sundar Cook
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Franconia, VA 22310
My therapeutic relationship with you will quickly alleviate your emotional discomfort as well as help you grow as a person and develop new psychological abilities. I see your role as one in which you speak as freely as possible. This is called “free-talk.” Important issues easily rise to the surface when we feel safe enough to talk freely about anything and everything. My job is first to listen and then to talk whenever I have a perspective that I believe will deepen your understanding of yourself. An effective therapeutic process brings about self-understanding that transforms your life and relationships.
My therapeutic relationship with you will quickly alleviate your emotional discomfort as well as help you grow as a person and develop new psychological abilities. I see your role as one in which you speak as freely as possible. This is called “free-talk.” Important issues easily rise to the surface when we feel safe enough to talk freely about anything and everything. My job is first to listen and then to talk whenever I have a perspective that I believe will deepen your understanding of yourself. An effective therapeutic process brings about self-understanding that transforms your life and relationships.
Anna Bergin
Resident in Counseling, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Franconia, VA 22310
Hi. My name is Anna Bergin, my pronouns are she/her/hers. I provide counseling to individuals (teens 16+ and adults) working to cope with life’s challenges. I work with individuals experiencing a wide variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, adjusting to life transitions, gender and sexuality questioning, and addictions. As a queer counselor I am especially passionate about working with members of the LGBTQIAP+ community. I am a kink-aware counselor.
Hi. My name is Anna Bergin, my pronouns are she/her/hers. I provide counseling to individuals (teens 16+ and adults) working to cope with life’s challenges. I work with individuals experiencing a wide variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, adjusting to life transitions, gender and sexuality questioning, and addictions. As a queer counselor I am especially passionate about working with members of the LGBTQIAP+ community. I am a kink-aware counselor.
Joseph Autry
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Franconia, VA 22310
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
Shelby Grant-Workman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Franconia, VA 22310
Life is a journey of ups and downs. If you're facing uncertainty, feeling anxious/down, or navigating difficult transitions, you are not alone. Seeking support is a brave step toward finding change and fulfillment in your life. With a background as a preschool teacher and as a licensed clinical social worker, I bring a unique set of skills to create a safe space for children, teens, caregivers, and adults. In my practice, I utilize an eclectic approach and believe in the power of a strong therapeutic alliance with clients.
Life is a journey of ups and downs. If you're facing uncertainty, feeling anxious/down, or navigating difficult transitions, you are not alone. Seeking support is a brave step toward finding change and fulfillment in your life. With a background as a preschool teacher and as a licensed clinical social worker, I bring a unique set of skills to create a safe space for children, teens, caregivers, and adults. In my practice, I utilize an eclectic approach and believe in the power of a strong therapeutic alliance with clients.
Ashley McCutcheon
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Franconia, VA 22310
Waitlist for new clients
*I currently have a rolling waitlist for new clients. The best way to reach me is through my website or via email* Life can be tricky and at times, present us with challenges that lead us to feel stuck, frustrated, or hopeless. Whether you are suffering from a past trauma, anxiety or depression, I will meet you where you are and assist you in moving forward. If you feel as if you are ready to make changes in your life, to emerge from a dark space or improve upon your current circumstances, we may be a good fit.
*I currently have a rolling waitlist for new clients. The best way to reach me is through my website or via email* Life can be tricky and at times, present us with challenges that lead us to feel stuck, frustrated, or hopeless. Whether you are suffering from a past trauma, anxiety or depression, I will meet you where you are and assist you in moving forward. If you feel as if you are ready to make changes in your life, to emerge from a dark space or improve upon your current circumstances, we may be a good fit.
Patrick Penaherrera
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Franconia, VA 22310
Not accepting new clients
Are you frustrated with how much you worry? Is your sadness causing you to lose motivation? Are you noticing dissatisfaction in your relationship? Anxiety, sadness and relationship problems often trigger one another. Anxiety and depression are exhausting. They drain you of your energy and sap you of joy. In addition, relationship problems can present anxiety and depression in ways you may have never experienced. You may begin to feel frustrated, irritable or even hopeless. Doing the most menial task may feel like a burden. You begin to feel like a burden.
Are you frustrated with how much you worry? Is your sadness causing you to lose motivation? Are you noticing dissatisfaction in your relationship? Anxiety, sadness and relationship problems often trigger one another. Anxiety and depression are exhausting. They drain you of your energy and sap you of joy. In addition, relationship problems can present anxiety and depression in ways you may have never experienced. You may begin to feel frustrated, irritable or even hopeless. Doing the most menial task may feel like a burden. You begin to feel like a burden.
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Ashley Peterson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22315 (Online Only)
Hello!! I am a provider specializing in psychotherapy, receiving my master’s degree in mental health counseling from the University of the District of Columbia, bachelor’s degree from Hampton University. I treat a myriad of conditions, including anxiety, behavior, adolescent and Millennial issues, depression, couple/family and stress. I am a caring and enthusiastic practitioner whose commitment to quality patient care is foremost in my mind as I evaluate as we develop goals and method of treatment. I carefully listens to my patients and provide sound advice that would benefit them. Always here to help :)
Hello!! I am a provider specializing in psychotherapy, receiving my master’s degree in mental health counseling from the University of the District of Columbia, bachelor’s degree from Hampton University. I treat a myriad of conditions, including anxiety, behavior, adolescent and Millennial issues, depression, couple/family and stress. I am a caring and enthusiastic practitioner whose commitment to quality patient care is foremost in my mind as I evaluate as we develop goals and method of treatment. I carefully listens to my patients and provide sound advice that would benefit them. Always here to help :)
(Angela) Rose Grillo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Alexandria, VA 22315 (Online Only)
Situations change, but the same painful emotions can occur repeatedly, regardless of the content of the situation. Over 30 years experience with individual, couple, child, adolescent and family therapy, grounded in a Bowen Family Systems Theory framework. Research and extensive training in Bowen Family Systems Theory through Syracuse University (Syracuse, N.Y.) and The Bowen Center for the Study of the Family (Washington, D.C.). Experience is important. Being grounded in a specific therapy that a therapist uses in treatment is nonnegotiable.
Situations change, but the same painful emotions can occur repeatedly, regardless of the content of the situation. Over 30 years experience with individual, couple, child, adolescent and family therapy, grounded in a Bowen Family Systems Theory framework. Research and extensive training in Bowen Family Systems Theory through Syracuse University (Syracuse, N.Y.) and The Bowen Center for the Study of the Family (Washington, D.C.). Experience is important. Being grounded in a specific therapy that a therapist uses in treatment is nonnegotiable.
Brighter Days Insight
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Alexandria, VA 22315 (Online Only)
BDI's mission is to provide the youth and their families with the tools they need to remain emotionally resilient and hopeful through all of life's big and often unexpected changes. We value and respect the importance of personal insight and mental wellness, and seek to guide our clients in developing healthy habits that they will be able to carry with them through all of life's major changes and stages. We work collaboratively with the client, and with others within their support system, to help promote a healthy environment for the personal growth and development of every tween, teen, and young adult within our practice.
BDI's mission is to provide the youth and their families with the tools they need to remain emotionally resilient and hopeful through all of life's big and often unexpected changes. We value and respect the importance of personal insight and mental wellness, and seek to guide our clients in developing healthy habits that they will be able to carry with them through all of life's major changes and stages. We work collaboratively with the client, and with others within their support system, to help promote a healthy environment for the personal growth and development of every tween, teen, and young adult within our practice.
Ann C Jones
Psychologist, MA, PsyD
Verified Verified
Alexandria, VA 22306
Jones also provides group psychotherapy on various issues such as interpersonal relationship, social skills, and support groups for individuals with mentally ill relatives, minority women and adolescent girls.
Dr. Jones is licensed in MD, DC, & VA accepting new patients for ASSESSMENTs. She has several years of clinical experience working with individuals of diverse age range referred for various psychological/psychiatric or forensic/legal concerns. She adopts biopsychosocial framework with the goal of promoting well-being and useful evaluations. Her experiences includes, but are not limited to Veterans Disability Benefit Questionnaires, Mood and Anxiety disorders, Sexual Trauma, Serious Mental Illnesses, Competency to Stand Trial, Juvenile Psychosexual Risk, intellectual and learning disabilities, and other psychological evaluations.
Jones also provides group psychotherapy on various issues such as interpersonal relationship, social skills, and support groups for individuals with mentally ill relatives, minority women and adolescent girls.
Dr. Jones is licensed in MD, DC, & VA accepting new patients for ASSESSMENTs. She has several years of clinical experience working with individuals of diverse age range referred for various psychological/psychiatric or forensic/legal concerns. She adopts biopsychosocial framework with the goal of promoting well-being and useful evaluations. Her experiences includes, but are not limited to Veterans Disability Benefit Questionnaires, Mood and Anxiety disorders, Sexual Trauma, Serious Mental Illnesses, Competency to Stand Trial, Juvenile Psychosexual Risk, intellectual and learning disabilities, and other psychological evaluations.
My Virtual Eating Disorder Treatment
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC, CEDS
Verified Verified
Alexandria, VA 22304 (Online Only)
Are you a teen or an adult, struggling with constant thoughts of food, body weight and how to change the shape of your body? Do you find yourself engaging in dieting, binge eating, excessive exercise or the need to change the your appearance to feel "okay" each day? Are you turning down invitations with others to avoid social situations where food is involved and instead want to stay with your "safe" foods and calorie/macro counting? Are you ready to heal your relationship with food and your body once and for all?
Are you a teen or an adult, struggling with constant thoughts of food, body weight and how to change the shape of your body? Do you find yourself engaging in dieting, binge eating, excessive exercise or the need to change the your appearance to feel "okay" each day? Are you turning down invitations with others to avoid social situations where food is involved and instead want to stay with your "safe" foods and calorie/macro counting? Are you ready to heal your relationship with food and your body once and for all?
Finding Clarity
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22304
Your mental and emotional health is just as important as your physical health and well being. Just as you would see your primary doctor to maintain your physical health, counseling is here to help maintain your emotional health. I provide counseling to help individuals and their loved ones address various life issues including (but not limited to): Family and marital conflicts, Problems in school, Depression, family separation, Adoption issues, Feelings of anxiety or nervousness, child and adolescent behavioral issues and Addiction issues. Weekend sessions are available.
Your mental and emotional health is just as important as your physical health and well being. Just as you would see your primary doctor to maintain your physical health, counseling is here to help maintain your emotional health. I provide counseling to help individuals and their loved ones address various life issues including (but not limited to): Family and marital conflicts, Problems in school, Depression, family separation, Adoption issues, Feelings of anxiety or nervousness, child and adolescent behavioral issues and Addiction issues. Weekend sessions are available.
Andrea Andrews
Counselor, MA, CSAC-A
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22306
Feeling stuck can be frustrating, disconnection can be isolating, and exhaustion can feel never-ending. But I want you to know that change is possible, and hope is within reach. If you're ready to take a step towards a more fulfilling life, I'm here to walk alongside you and provide the caring and non-judgmental support you need. Together, we can uncover the patterns that are holding you back and discover new ways to relate to yourself and others. As a former health and wellness educator, I have a deep understanding of the challenges we face and the power of compassionate, holistic care.
Feeling stuck can be frustrating, disconnection can be isolating, and exhaustion can feel never-ending. But I want you to know that change is possible, and hope is within reach. If you're ready to take a step towards a more fulfilling life, I'm here to walk alongside you and provide the caring and non-judgmental support you need. Together, we can uncover the patterns that are holding you back and discover new ways to relate to yourself and others. As a former health and wellness educator, I have a deep understanding of the challenges we face and the power of compassionate, holistic care.
Rolando Liyim
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Alexandria, VA 22310
Rolando Liyim is a Licensed Social Worker (LSW), and a Certified Financial Social Worker with 9 years of experience in the mental health field. He works with teens and adults who are facing a wide range of mental health challenges. Rolando specializes in depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship issues, financial challenges and major life transitions.
Rolando Liyim is a Licensed Social Worker (LSW), and a Certified Financial Social Worker with 9 years of experience in the mental health field. He works with teens and adults who are facing a wide range of mental health challenges. Rolando specializes in depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship issues, financial challenges and major life transitions.
Kaitlyn Zito
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22310
I have over 17 years of experience in the mental health field working with clients of all ages and presentations. I take a holistic, integrative approach to therapy and tailor treatment to individual client needs. I work with individuals, couples, and families who are struggling with a variety of issues. Some of my specialties include trauma, eating disorders, depression, anxiety disorders, addictive disorders, and dysfunctional relational patterns. www.crescentcounselingva.com Accepting New Clients! Telehealth available!
I have over 17 years of experience in the mental health field working with clients of all ages and presentations. I take a holistic, integrative approach to therapy and tailor treatment to individual client needs. I work with individuals, couples, and families who are struggling with a variety of issues. Some of my specialties include trauma, eating disorders, depression, anxiety disorders, addictive disorders, and dysfunctional relational patterns. www.crescentcounselingva.com Accepting New Clients! Telehealth available!
Ryanah Germany
Resident in Counseling, MA, LPC-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22304
Do you get caught up in negative or irrational thoughts? Are your reactions exaggerated and ruin your relationships? Do you get overwhelmed easily and feel stuck in life? Do you self-blame and critical of yourself? Together, we will identify and explore your intense emotions and experiences that keep you feeling like you're in a hamster well. I provide an empathic space that is judgment-free. My experience includes working with children, adolescents, and adults who struggle with intense emotions, mood disorders, trauma, self-harm, anxiety, and depression.
Do you get caught up in negative or irrational thoughts? Are your reactions exaggerated and ruin your relationships? Do you get overwhelmed easily and feel stuck in life? Do you self-blame and critical of yourself? Together, we will identify and explore your intense emotions and experiences that keep you feeling like you're in a hamster well. I provide an empathic space that is judgment-free. My experience includes working with children, adolescents, and adults who struggle with intense emotions, mood disorders, trauma, self-harm, anxiety, and depression.
Angela Bost
Supervisee in Clinical Social Work, LSW
Verified Verified
Alexandria, VA 22304
Welcome, and kudos on summoning the courage to embark on this initial step. If you're here, it's likely because you're experiencing pain and exhaustion from dealing with it. You've become adept at masking your struggles, but deep down, you recognize the challenges you're facing. It's perfectly alright if you're uncertain about how things will improve. By reaching out for assistance, you've already taken a significant stride towards healing. Let's commence this journey together.
Welcome, and kudos on summoning the courage to embark on this initial step. If you're here, it's likely because you're experiencing pain and exhaustion from dealing with it. You've become adept at masking your struggles, but deep down, you recognize the challenges you're facing. It's perfectly alright if you're uncertain about how things will improve. By reaching out for assistance, you've already taken a significant stride towards healing. Let's commence this journey together.
Dr. Brandee Zettel
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Alexandria, VA 22315 (Online Only)
Brandee understands that everyone is unique in their own way and she takes time to get to know her clients. She works with couples, families, and individuals. She builds treatment plans that are tailored to the individual or couples and she adapts her therapeutic approach to meet the needs of the clients. Brandee likes to start by helping each client find hope that their situation can improve. She loves working with couples and families helping improve communication and strengthen bonds.
Brandee understands that everyone is unique in their own way and she takes time to get to know her clients. She works with couples, families, and individuals. She builds treatment plans that are tailored to the individual or couples and she adapts her therapeutic approach to meet the needs of the clients. Brandee likes to start by helping each client find hope that their situation can improve. She loves working with couples and families helping improve communication and strengthen bonds.
Amanda Ercilla Trevino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Springfield, VA 22150 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with young adults, women, parents and families. If you or someone you love is struggling with depression, anxiety, grief and/or trauma, I can help. I work with clients who have experienced a recent trauma, or would like to address traumas in the past that are affecting their current relationships and lives. I am bilingual in English and Spanish, and I am bi-cultural for those seeking a therapist with a Latino background.
I specialize in working with young adults, women, parents and families. If you or someone you love is struggling with depression, anxiety, grief and/or trauma, I can help. I work with clients who have experienced a recent trauma, or would like to address traumas in the past that are affecting their current relationships and lives. I am bilingual in English and Spanish, and I am bi-cultural for those seeking a therapist with a Latino background.
Tiffanie A Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Alexandria, VA 22315
Seeking help takes courage and strength. Sometimes we are simply surviving in our lives but desire to thrive. We may struggle with depression, anxiety, addictions, challenging relationships, loss of relationships, loss of self esteem or confidence, etc. I believe there are turning points in our lives when we are ready to work and we need someone who can help us. I have over 22 years working with clients and have been inspired by their strength, persistence, courage, vulnerability, desire to change and hope. Sometimes, when all feels dark and hopeless, we need the help of others. I am happy to help you in your journey.
Seeking help takes courage and strength. Sometimes we are simply surviving in our lives but desire to thrive. We may struggle with depression, anxiety, addictions, challenging relationships, loss of relationships, loss of self esteem or confidence, etc. I believe there are turning points in our lives when we are ready to work and we need someone who can help us. I have over 22 years working with clients and have been inspired by their strength, persistence, courage, vulnerability, desire to change and hope. Sometimes, when all feels dark and hopeless, we need the help of others. I am happy to help you in your journey.
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Teen Therapists
What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.
How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.
How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.
How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.