Therapists in Leesburg, VA

It is my pleasure to be able to offer phone or video counseling for convenience and access to Christian Counseling. I am interested in working with those who have broken hearts, anyone affected by divorce, infidelity, boundary issues, overwhelm, stress, narcissist victim, anxiety, OCD, perfectionism, codependency, childhood abuse, mother/father wounding, family dysfunction and those seeking spiritual growth. I enjoy identifying underlying causes of what keeps us stuck. Uncovering why we do the things we do can help assist in the goal of freedom. It is my personal view that we look at the roots, not the symptoms to make a difference.

I specialize in working with adolescents and adults who are struggling with anxiety, life transitions, grief and loss, stress, perfectionism, setting boundaries, and other various issues that life can throw at us. I also have experience working with couples who are struggling with communication issues. I am accepting new clients who would like to take control of their thoughts and emotions, improve their relationships, talk through problems and find solutions, and most importantly - gain inner peace.

I believe that it is a privilege to work with people who are in distress. Attentive listening, empathic response, and sound feedback can help individuals of all ages get through difficult life events, often becoming stronger through the process. Lives in transition, despite pain and disruption, can be lives that are transforming to become sounder, more flexible, and less bound by former roadblocks and repetitive missteps. I strive to understand my clients in the context of all that is going on in their lives, not defined by diagnostic category only.

Do you struggle with compulsive sexual behaviors? Or are you a partner of someone who does? Maybe your family of origin has created unhealthy beliefs, causing maladaptive coping mechanisms that are impacting your emotional and relational attachment to yourself and others. You deserve to live a life you’re excited about that is free of addiction and trauma. I can help you get there. I specialize in working with sexual and relationship addictions/dysfunctions, betrayal trauma, and family of origin/attachment trauma issues.

Are you or your partner struggling with sexually compulsive behaviors, having difficulties in your relationship or experiencing limits in your ability to live the life you most deeply desire due to childhood trauma? If so, at the Center for Relational Recovery (CRR), I specialize in journeying with individuals and couples dealing with these issues to help them transform their lives and relationships.

Do you experience anxiety, depression or a sense of being overwhelmed? Do you long to be free from suffering? Imagine learning how to more easily manage your moods, address relationship issues and heal traumas. With a mindfulness-based approach and drawing from a variety of clinical trainings, I can work with you to develop the skills to navigate your emotions and move beyond merely surviving toward a sense of thriving.

Dr. Sarah M. Vanlandingham is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who specializes in psychological assessment and psychotherapy services for children, adolescents, and young adults. She employs a variety of psychological methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and interpersonal conceptual models and techniques to address a variety of difficulties. Dr. Vanlandingham is dedicated to providing comprehensive, reliable, evidenced-based psychological services. Her commitment to quality and patient outcomes always takes priority over volume.

Our healing team works to be your listening ears. Every session is tailored to help you identify the individual issues we need to help with and design a plan to help you move forward I'm a healthy daily lifestyle. We utilize individual and group depending on your needs and preferences. We utilize meditation, mindfulness if you desire. No medication is prescribed, we have partners to refer if needed.

You deserve to live a life without things that hold you back, pull you down, or leave you in the dark. Whether this is an eating disorder that has stopped you from enjoying life or made you see yourself differently than how others see you, anxiety that has caused you to feel you cannot take a chance, or depression that has made you feel as though there is no way to cope, I want to work with you to help you find and understand your true self. Therapy is identifying what needs to change, taking those steps, and working to meet your goals. This journey can be challenging, however, you will find in the end it is very fulfilling.

Welcome. The most common areas I treat in my practice include eating disorders, OCD, self-injurious behaviors, self-esteem, anxiety, and depression. I enjoying working with clients of all ages. The decision to meet with a counselor can sometimes be difficult. My first goal is to offer a supportive and accepting environment where growth and healing can occur. I believe that self-acceptance is the first step toward growth and change. Life can be full of struggles and difficulties. I find that my clients are truly doing the best that they can under their circumstances, but are often stuck in maladaptive ways of coping.

OFFERING ONLINE THERAPY DURING CORONAVIRUS! Psychotherapy profoundly changes lives, and I believe the relationship or "fit" between the therapist and client is one of the most important factors in a successful psychotherapy. My hope is to create a trusting, compassionate relationship. I will help you relieve depression and anxiety, resolve relationship struggles, and help you understand underlying issues and patterns that may contribute to your current struggles. You will begin to feel better about yourself, create better relationships, make better decisions, resolve painful past experiences, and feel more in control of your life.

If you are feeling disconnected, helpless, or stuck, I can assist you in identifying patterns or ways of relating which might be holding you back. By prioritizing your sense of safety, welcoming heavy emotions, and guiding you to meet/heal unknown parts of yourself or your partner, you can gain freedom from the patterns in which you feel trapped. I work with individuals and couples, supporting them to understand the ways they manage stress through retreating inward and shutting down, or turning outwards for connection and validation. From there, I help clients to better understand who they are and what they need.

I specialize in play and experiential therapy for children and adults. I enjoy working with people who find conforming to societal norms a bit challenging. I like to highlight the strengths of such uniqueness, while also giving resources that can help manage every day "normal" life. I'm a holistic counselor who focuses on the mind-body connection. Recent studies show diet plays a huge role in your overall mental well-being. I've had success in reducing anxiety, depression, ADHD and autism symptoms with a combination of diet and behavioral interventions.

My experience includes working with individuals of various ages to address topics such as addiction, learning about their mental health diagnosis, depression, anxiety, OCD, family conflict, life changes, and history of abuse. Each discussion is specific to your needs and what makes you feel most comfortable. My goal is to work with you and help you identify the goals you want to achieve and the best path to take to get there.

"Without awareness, we are not truly alive" - James F. T. Bugental. The purpose of psychotherapy is to awaken the individual and increase insight through exploration of their life, choices, and resistance's. This examination is a personal journey and different for each person. Although difficult and challenging at times, it is a courageous endeavor that can lead to life long positive changes, new ways of being in the world, and a deeper meaning and purpose for one's life.

I have learned throughout my career, that it takes courage to invest time towards self improvement, guidance and healing. Whatever "season " of life you find yourself in need of assistance; I am a therapist that strives to help my clients "find" their voice, confidence and renewed purpose in life. I will create a "safe" space in an authentic, direct relationship, for you to explore circumstances and help you determine what you need to live a peace filled and purposeful life. I use an integrative approach which is grounded in the belief that all people have strengths/talents that may need to be rediscovered.