Relationship Issues Therapists in Great Falls, VA

I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over thirty years of experience helping individuals and couples to experience happier, more fulfilling lives. Clients describe me as both empathic and logical, and I am interactive in style compared to the more passive style of therapist. As an individual therapist I tailor my approach to your own strengths and style of learning, often combining elements of cognitive, humanistic, and insight and depth oriented approaches as indicated. Together we may address a broad range of issues including anxiety, depression, low self-worth, stress, grief, anger, and relationship or work problems.

I have a particular interest in working with couples who want to improve communications & better their relationship. I stress pragmatic solutions & reaching optimal goals. Studied at Johns Hopkins (Masters) & Oxford Univ. (Certificate). Former Virginia gubernatorial appointee to the Virginia Board of Counseling (Vice Chm). Have had many clients from around the world. Security clearance at EAP with intelligence agencies. Counseling at George Mason Univ. Zoom & in-person. Website http://www.virginiacounselling.com/ Blog https://counsellingcouples.net/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandy-malawer-7b99117/detail/recent-activity/

My particular strengths are dealing with adults with depression, anxiety, panic or fears and relationship issues. I have specialized training and expertise in working with couples (married, dating and divorcing) who are experiencing difficulties and/or dissatisfaction in their relationships. With more than 30 years as a therapist, I bring a depth of experience to help you deal with the conflicts of everyday life. Reaching out to receive help from a therapist is often a very difficult but very important first step. Sometimes, you experience problems that you do not feel you can handle alone. Therapy can help with these issues.

You are dissatisfied with your life. Every day is busy. Sleep is hard to come by. You feel edgy and anxious. Relationships aren't what you expected - poor communication, little or no sex... you and your partner are fighting or just not talking. You might have considered an affair (or are already having one, but that isn't really working either). You've thought about talking to someone, but that takes time that you don't really have, and talking to someone you don't know is uncomfortable.

Eleanor Ware has been in private practice as a Board Certified Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over 20 years. She sees individuals, couples and families with a focus on anxiety, depression and relationship issues.

I, Hossein (Miki) Bakhtar, have been a counselor in the field of Psychology for over 25 years, working with individuals and couples to help them exchange intensity and drama or isolation and loneliness for intimacy, respect, appreciation and love. "My job is to get you well enough so that you don't need me anymore." Whether it be for a mental health issue, or relationship or other treatment, the philosophical vision of the right intervention program is critical in determining the right place for you or a family member to heal.

Are you feeling stressed, sad, anxious or alone? For many of us our world has changed significantly in the past couple of years. Whether you are trying to navigate new transitions, or just trying to figure out how to stay grounded in these uncertain times, I offer virtual therapy sessions to help. Clients I have worked with describe me as warm, compassionate, funny and wise. As a therapist with over 17 years of training and experience, I team with you to learn new ways of looking at current challenges and consider how you can let go of old patterns that are not serving you well.

My passion as a therapist is helping couples and families establish a safe, secure connection. This often involves healing a past injury. I have extensive training in Emotionally Focused Therapy, an empirically validated therapy based in attachment theory. I also work with individuals to help recover from depression and establish ways to manage anxiety. Parenting, including co-parenting for divorced couples is another passion of mine.

I have over 14 years of experience. I am passionate and Solution-Focused, about helping others, whether it is a struggle with daily life tasks, general life transitions, or in cases of distress or crisis. My goal is to help you feel more empowered to reach your personal goals and experience a healthier and happier life. We can work together on healing whether you are experiencing issues in managing emotions, relationship boundaries, self-esteem, mood instability, or other symptoms directly related to OCD, bi-polar disorder, trauma, depression, and anxiety. I consider myself to be an “eclectic” therapist.

Feeling stressed? Experiencing high anxiety or tired of stress? Sometimes it can be difficult to overcome stressors and anxieties on our own. If you are having difficulties handling life stressors, there are ways to overcome and alleviate what you are going through. We will begin with the problem, then strategies to resolve your issue, then you will learn how to solve a variety of stressful issues in your life. If you are committed to lowering stress and anxiety levels in your life, CLICK on our website to request an appointment. Additionally, you can contact us thru text/phone at 571.946.8115 or info@higherlifepathways.com

You look like the perfect high achieving couple from the outside, but behind closed doors you are struggling with communication, conflict, and connection. You are both suffering–either out loud through conflict or silently through shutting down. You worry about when the next breakdown in communication will be, how big the next argument will be, or how long you will get (or give) the silent treatment. You're keeping up with your professional duties and paying attention to your children’s needs. But you’re lonely. You don’t want to walk away from the relationship, but it’s feeling almost too painful to keep the status quo.

Living with anxiety/OCD/ADHD, feeling as if living "between two worlds" by virtue of all of your intersecting identities, and feeling confused about why your past haunts you (and why your most important relationships are suffering) can culminate in helplessness and despair. By creating a non-judgmental, open, and relational space for both reflection and exploration, I can meet you as you are and help you forge and narrate a path that fits. I help you better understand why you experience yourself and the world as you do and identify how you can be more present and move forward with tools, skills, and greater agency in your life.

It can be difficult to find the "right" therapist. Many clients are nervous about what therapy entails and wonder if counseling will really help them. Although this is completely normal, it shouldn't get in the way of finding the support you deserve. I have found success helping clients navigate relational and professional difficulties. Sometimes these problems come from an identifiable stressor (such as trauma), and other times are more nebulous. I am committed to helping you better understand yourself and create long-lasting change.

Are you struggling in a relationship? Dealing with stress at work? Trying to bridge the gap between two cultures or struggling to find your identity? Feeling overwhelmed or just not like yourself? Maybe it feels like nothing is going your way or there is too much on your plate. The fact that you are here means you have already taken the first step towards feeling better. You no longer need to be stuck in a place of anxiety, anger, trauma or stress. Let's work together to find a healthier place to be, a better understanding of yourself and how to deal with the stress in your life.

As a psychotherapist in full-time practice for over 30 years, I take an integrated approach to therapy. I’m trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotional Focused Therapy, Family Therapy, and mindfulness practices. Therapy can help you get unstuck. Whether you are dealing with difficult relationship issues, individual worries, fears, lack of confidence, or unresolved issues, it is possible to move forward and change your life.

Let's eliminate the same problem, different day, bandaid approach, and create a plan that will provide lasting solutions. Let us help you end the cycle that keeps you from moving forward with your life and from reaching your personal goals.

I work with clients with concerns such as anxiety, depression, stress, perfectionism, athlete concerns, self-esteem, relationships (peer, spousal, dating, breakups), sleep issues, and life transitions. My approach is based on my belief in the importance of the therapeutic relationship and having a safe, supportive, non-judgmental space where clients can feel understood, accepted, connected, can share and explore their experiences, strengthen and expand upon coping skills, and develop insights.

We can all find ourselves overwhelmed by the expectations put on us by others and ourselves. Often our past experiences may have us repeating patterns and cycles in our relationships that don’t serve us and it can be easy to try to ignore our problems or stuff our feelings only to find they're coming out sideways. To cope, we may engage in behaviors that prevent us from being the best version of ourselves. Often difficult life transitions put us in a state of upheaval, leaving us feeling hopeless, anxious, or depressed. I'd like to help you navigate these challenges.

In each of us there is a drive to move towards wholeness. Sometimes we require assistance to unblock that which slows our movement towards balance. Engaging in therapy is a sign of resilience in the face of personal struggles. Courage is walking through your fears to make a difference. By engaging in a strong and empathetic relationship, we will work to uncover the motivations and thoughts that are preventing you from living your life to the fullest. I educate my clients to utilize innovative strategies that capture the extraordinary power that comes from within to facilitate the changes you seek.