Therapists in Manassas, VA

I am a resident in counseling with over eight years of experience working with people from diverse backgrounds in a variety of environments. I work with individuals, families, and couples to provide help coping with the stresses of everyday life as well as crisis situations.

Sometimes life can be overwhelming. Have you found the need to talk to someone and not know where to turn to? Everyday stressors can take a toll on the body. Looking for a therapist you can trust can be a process. I have been known to have a listening and empathic ear for clients in need. I will be an advocate in your journey. You will find that the traits of a supportive and nonjudgmental therapist will be important in your search. A veces la vida puede ser abrumadora. ¿Ha encontrado la necesidad de hablar con alguien y no sabe a quién recurrir? Los factores estresantes cotidianos pueden afectar el cuerpo. Yo puedo ser un apoyo.

Often times as a client when talking to Therapist, counselors you feel like your voice is not being heard or just another notch under their belts. As your resident Therapist your voice will be heard and you will be treated with the utmost respect.

Do you felt lost and need guidance? Are you going through a hard time and don’t know what to do? Are you looking for a safe space to vent and be free to express yourself? If you answered "YES" to any of these questions, it would be my pleasure to work with you.

My first career was as a teacher but I found I wanted to do more to help families, which is why I became a Marriage and Family Therapist. We go through many changes as an individual, part of a couple and family, sometimes we need help navigating those changes and making healthier new ones.I believe counseling is based on where you are in your journey, the goals you want to reach, and the things you need to say. My job is to help you figure out how to get there, how to reach them and how to say them.

We all face challenges and journey toward self-discovery and development. Therapy can be a daunting but powerful experience. It is my heart to walk through this process with you by providing a safe, nonjudgmental place to talk freely and be yourself. Are you are looking for someone to talk to who will empathize and provide an objective view? Or perhaps, you are facing a transition. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, overthinking, self-esteem, communication, or other mental and emotional health challenges that affect your job, family, or goals, therapy could be a central part of your freedom and growth.

I believe that balance is essential to living life to the fullest. My goal is to help children, adolescents, and adults, to learn to navigate through difficult circumstances, instill hope and motivate them to go after their life goals. It is my genuine desire to enter into the broken life of a person and become a bridge through which they can walk to the other side of their brokenness with a new perspective. I am bilingual for people who prefer to converse in Spanish.

I have worked extensively with Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Anger Management, Trauma, Domestic Violence (Victim and Abuser), Verbal/Sexual/Physical Abuse, Substance and Alcohol Abuse Clients. I have a Mindfulness based approach that taps into Client's strengths and a Solution focused approach. I have experience using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Based Therapy with use of Guided Imagery and Meditation to reduce stress..

Kali has a Masters of Arts in Clinical Counseling from Northwestern University with an emphasis in Child and Adolescent Counseling. Kali has experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families.

I have been in the counseling profession for over 20 years. In addition to my private practice work, I have provided services in an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) setting, taught as an Adjunct Professor at George Mason University, been a Program and Case Manager for a health clinic devoted to HIV/AIDS patients and their families, been a case manager in therapeutic foster care, and worked as a counselor for an adolescent group home. Through these experiences, I have come to appreciate the diverse histories that people bring with them when seeking therapy.

The range of diagnoses for clients include Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Gender Dysphoria, Bi-Polar, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), ASD (autism spectrum disorder), ODD, DMDD, Eating Disorders, Intermittent Explosive Disorder, and Schizoeffective Disorder, I am ethically and culture diversity trained. My multidimensional backgrounds in behavior and mental health provide me with a unique skillset to meet the needs of all clients.

Are you or someone you love struggling with alcohol and drug abuse or other challenges? I work alongside with you to locate the factors contributing to the problems and the discomfort, discover alternative actions and perspectives that will improve well-being and better health. Building on your past success and inner strengths often leads directly to overcoming present difficulties and frustration. If you are burdened with anxiety, depression, or intrusive and unwelcomed thoughts, I offer empirically validated ways of finding relief.

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.

I provide outpatient mental health therapy to individuals and groups age 13 and older, in both English and Spanish. I seek to empower clients to access their inner resources for change, and tailor therapeutic approaches to fit each individual client's challenges, culture, value system, learning style, and personality. I welcome clients experiencing depression, anxiety, addiction challenges, dissociation, trauma symptoms, mood swings, grief, LGBT issues, and family conflict.

Sometimes when we think about seeing someone for our health, we worry about feeling like we're under the microscope. I want more than anything for people to walk in, feel welcome, and take their time to feel understood. Seeking out counseling can be one of the hardest steps you take, but I like to make it a point to show you just how strong you really are. I primarily work with teens, pre-teens, and young adults but all are welcome. My main specialties are depression, anxiety, self-esteem, family conflict, adjustment issues, and relationship issues.

Ray provides online, telehealth counseling for individuals in Virginia. He primarily works with teens and adults. Ray believes that therapy is a journey, has traveled throughout the world, and seen clients from Europe, Asia, and South America. He is also a member of the LGBTQIA+ community and has had extensive experience supporting the community as a speaker for Equality Virginia and providing training to future generations of counselors at George Mason University.

Overwhelming thoughts affecting your emotions? Would you like to discover people and circumstance really cannot upset you? Perhaps you're upsetting yourself by 'believing' they can upset you! Enter counseling to discover peace of mind. Assisting courageous people move away from emotional trauma and discomforting life events is my specialty. How do you choose a therapist? Most agree rapport and relationship is the key. I offer a free consultation so you can experience how your sessions will be. Taking the first step is often the hardest part. You can make changes that will positively affect your life. I commend you for taking that first step.