Therapists in Lorton, VA

Life can present us with many changes & transitions that can affect our mental, spiritual, social & physical well-being. Stress is one of the greatest contributors to poor health & quality of life. As we transition through life we may face losses, such as relocation, infertility/pregnancy loss, identity loss​, losses associated with family/parenting; illness/disabling conditions, job & life stress, mid-life issues & aging challenges-leading to increased feelings of grief, anxiety, & stress. The loss of a loved one is of one the most distressing life circumstances humans endure and grief is our natural reaction to profound loss.

Welcome.- I am a licensed clinical counselor who has 20 years experience working in the mental health field. I have worked in clinical settings (hospitals) with individuals who suffer severe mental illnesses as well as private practice with individuals, couples, and families, who need help with everyday issues of work, family and transitions. Some of the individuals I see struggle with anxiety, depression, abuse issues, trauma, addiction, and issues from childhood. Counseling is about change and a lot of hard work, I am here to help you through some of the toughest places in your life.

As a psychotherapist with over 30 years in the field of counseling, social work, substance abuse and mental health my focus is to help clients work on “Letting Go" of past hurt, trauma, release negative feelings and open up to personal growth. Clients will find the office to be welcoming, safe, respectful, and non-judgmental. This structure is designed to allow the client to experience freedom as they explore the journey to find meaning, understanding, and purpose. I provide guidance using psychological CBT modalities and techniques to help the client change thoughts, change emotions, change behaviors and change their lives.

I specialize in trauma work and can help you with relief from emotions and relationships that are intense or emotionally painful. By working with me you can recover from traumatic childhood memories, combat experiences, and eating disorders; you can experience recovery and live a productive life. I will invest myself in helping you transform the relationship with your life stressors and put an end to nightmares and flashbacks. I am trained and in the certification process of practicing Traumatic Incident Reduction (TIR) and Life Stress Reduction (LSR), which are highly effective and resolve conditions in months instead of years.

My name is Jena Pulliam. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who has 7 years of clinical experience working with various individuals with ADHD, Anxiety, Coping Skills, Depression, Trauma, and PTSD. I utilize many therapeutic modalities as each client is different, and what works for one does not work for all. I lean towards CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, and trauma-focused. I am also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and have a vast background working in multiple community and private settings. I firmly believe that you should be able to identify your goals in your own words.

Accepting new clients - The Center for Connection, Healing & Change focuses on the creation of secure, close, and satisfying relationships- within us and between us. We choose to specialize in relationships because we know the importance of satisfying connections for our mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Services explore the relationship we have with both ourselves and others; how well we can live with emotional ease, know who we are, ask for what we need, be responsive to loved ones, set boundaries, deal with loss, move through stressful experiences, find our purpose, and access resilience in moments of need.

I believe in helping those who come to my office with compassion and understanding in an atmosphere conducive towards healing, where there is no room for judgment or criticism. In psychotherapy, my clients find an opportunity to go within, tap into issues that are unresolved and explore endless possibilities to make necessary changes that add meaning to their lives. It is a journey of self-discovery for clients who are willing to take the necessary steps towards self-awareness, mood-regulation and self-actualization.

Psychological and psycho-educational testing can be useful in identifying a variety of clinical concerns, including Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), intellectual disabilities, learning disabilities, Autism spectrum disorders, mood disorders, anxiety, and psychosis. I rely on multiple sources of information, such as tests of personality and behavior, ability or intelligence, and personal and collateral interviews. I strive to be thorough, objective, well reasoned, and understandable in my feedback to clients.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and an approved Counselor Supervisor, experienced in providing therapy to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I help clients address anxiety, depression, relationship/marital difficulties, grief & loss difficulties, parental separation/divorce, trauma/PTSD, suicidal ideation/self-harm, social phobias, peer relationship and social skills difficulties, ADHD, and behavioral Issues. I use a variety of techniques to include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy techniques to guide clients through their challenges.

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.

Mental health is vital. Regardless of what life challenges you are facing right now, taking steps to seek help and address those challenges is courageous. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who has had the privilege of assisting others during these challenging periods for over eight years. I have experience treating various issues including depression, anxiety, grief, self-esteem/self-worth issues, relationship issues, adjustment disorders, and domestic violence.

One consistent aspect of life is it's evolving nature as well as positive and negative stress for participating individuals. Internal and external stress relating to change can be a barrier to progress to success. Prince William Family Counseling is a diverse organization committed to the assistance, education, support, advocacy, outreach, and welfare of clients and the community. Prince William Family Counseling provides theoretical and evidence based client centered and trauma informed assessments and treatment plans for clients 6+ with various diagnosis and severity individually, couple, family, and group settings.

(TELEHEALTH ONLY) Are you tired of that nagging voice in your head that tells you you're not good enough? Maybe that voice constantly reminds you of the things that you “should be” or “shouldn’t be.” You might question why you are so sensitive and often wish you could just “snap out” of it. To others you look like you have it all together but, on the inside, you’re often unsure of yourself. You wonder what other people have that you don't and that question makes you feel sad, lonely, hopeless and isolated from the world. You're sick of feeling inadequate and want so badly to feel like you're living and not just surviving.

Finding the right therapist can be a delicate process, and you deserve the counselor that best suits your needs. I welcome you to consider having a chat with me to decide for yourself whether that could be me. It’s important for me to establish a connection. I want you to feel comfortable, like you’re talking to a friend.

Everyone needs a place for space. A space to be heard. A space to share whatever you want. A space to process feelings, try out new perspectives, laugh, cry, grieve, be angry, talk about betrayal, to fight inner demons, to be brave, to be nervous, to simply BE whoever you are. I am a licensed professional counselor with over 20 years of experience providing space for people to process whatever they are dealing with. People come to me with a wide range of different issues. I am an eclectic therapist but tend to focus on using cognitive behavioral therapy. I love to meet new people, and I would love to work with you.