Female Therapists in McLean, VA
As a dedicated mental health professional, I have a wealth of experience working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. My expertise includes family dynamics, couples work, behavioral disorders, addiction, anxiety, OCD and depression. I have a strong passion for helping teens and young adults as they navigate life's changes. I am also bilingual, offering therapy in both Spanish and English.
As a dedicated mental health professional, I have a wealth of experience working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. My expertise includes family dynamics, couples work, behavioral disorders, addiction, anxiety, OCD and depression. I have a strong passion for helping teens and young adults as they navigate life's changes. I am also bilingual, offering therapy in both Spanish and English.
Milagros C Vascones-Gatski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, EdD, LCSW, LCSW-C, MAC, CSAC
1 Endorsed
McLean, VA 22102
For more than 20 years, I have helped adults, adolescents, and their families to improve their lives through counseling. From my perspective, counseling is a process in which client and therapist work cooperatively on mutually agreed goals, towards client's betterment and emotional health. A traves de terapia he ayudado a muchos adultos, jovenes y familias a mejorar la calidad de sus vidas. Terapia es un proceso en el que terapista y cliente trabajan juntos en metas que brinden salud emocional y mejoria al cliente. Ademas, hago evaluaciones para el servicio de inmigracion.
For more than 20 years, I have helped adults, adolescents, and their families to improve their lives through counseling. From my perspective, counseling is a process in which client and therapist work cooperatively on mutually agreed goals, towards client's betterment and emotional health. A traves de terapia he ayudado a muchos adultos, jovenes y familias a mejorar la calidad de sus vidas. Terapia es un proceso en el que terapista y cliente trabajan juntos en metas que brinden salud emocional y mejoria al cliente. Ademas, hago evaluaciones para el servicio de inmigracion.
Over the last 30 years, I have treated a wide range of psychological symptoms in individuals who range in age from adulthood through middle age, as well as couples and families. I have worked in both civilian and military settings. My goal is to work with you in clarifying your therapeutic goals and then to pursue those goals as efficiently as possible while resolving obstacles that arise along the way. My approach to therapy is flexible and informed by your goals and include insight oriented, psychodynamic, somatic experiencing and family systems. My conceptualization of your obstacles is from a developmental perspective.
Over the last 30 years, I have treated a wide range of psychological symptoms in individuals who range in age from adulthood through middle age, as well as couples and families. I have worked in both civilian and military settings. My goal is to work with you in clarifying your therapeutic goals and then to pursue those goals as efficiently as possible while resolving obstacles that arise along the way. My approach to therapy is flexible and informed by your goals and include insight oriented, psychodynamic, somatic experiencing and family systems. My conceptualization of your obstacles is from a developmental perspective.
Hello and welcome. Finding a therapist can be a daunting process as you search for a person who will meet you or your family's needs for counseling expertise. To aid with this, here is a mini bio of my practice and training. Please see my website, www.kristahummer.com for further information. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist that works with children, adults, families, and couples to aid in growth, healing, and life transitions.
Hello and welcome. Finding a therapist can be a daunting process as you search for a person who will meet you or your family's needs for counseling expertise. To aid with this, here is a mini bio of my practice and training. Please see my website, www.kristahummer.com for further information. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist that works with children, adults, families, and couples to aid in growth, healing, and life transitions.
We all have places where we struggle. We all have behaviors or emotions that limit us in living our most fulfilled and joyous life. Sometimes we need help making changes.
We all have places where we struggle. We all have behaviors or emotions that limit us in living our most fulfilled and joyous life. Sometimes we need help making changes.
I believe that valued change is possible and that reaching out for support is the first step. I am passionate about supporting people as they connect to their most authentic selves and create a more meaningful life. My primary focus includes working with individuals with eating disorders, anxiety, mood disturbances and a history of trauma and their families and supports. I enjoy working with families and parents by providing family therapy and parent coaching, as well as working with supports to include partners, parents and siblings, by providing individual therapy.
I believe that valued change is possible and that reaching out for support is the first step. I am passionate about supporting people as they connect to their most authentic selves and create a more meaningful life. My primary focus includes working with individuals with eating disorders, anxiety, mood disturbances and a history of trauma and their families and supports. I enjoy working with families and parents by providing family therapy and parent coaching, as well as working with supports to include partners, parents and siblings, by providing individual therapy.
BS in Psychology (2009) from the University of Maryland University College Europe and a master's degree in Counseling Psychology from Bowie State University (2015).
BS in Psychology (2009) from the University of Maryland University College Europe and a master's degree in Counseling Psychology from Bowie State University (2015).
My name is Fereshteh Shahrokhi. Have worked decades as clinical & school social worker with K-12 students & families. Worked at day treatment, children & adolescents & juvenile delinquents residential placements with emotional & behavioral difficulties. In particular is skilled working with people with ADHD/Executive Function Deficits (EFD). Provided local, state, and national level presentations in ADHD/EFD, Depression Awareness & Prevention, Bullying & did Depression Screening. Also have been nominated as "The Social Worker of the Year" in 2011 by Fairfax County Association of School Social Workers, the second one ever nominated. Also worked with traumatized children & adolescents & sex offenders.
My name is Fereshteh Shahrokhi. Have worked decades as clinical & school social worker with K-12 students & families. Worked at day treatment, children & adolescents & juvenile delinquents residential placements with emotional & behavioral difficulties. In particular is skilled working with people with ADHD/Executive Function Deficits (EFD). Provided local, state, and national level presentations in ADHD/EFD, Depression Awareness & Prevention, Bullying & did Depression Screening. Also have been nominated as "The Social Worker of the Year" in 2011 by Fairfax County Association of School Social Workers, the second one ever nominated. Also worked with traumatized children & adolescents & sex offenders.
I am licensed in the state of Virginia as a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Licensed Addictions Treatment Practitioner, and a Board Certified Art Therapist. I have an extensive history of working with clients suffering from co-occurring disorders. I believe that the therapeutic value of art has the power to heal, empower, and engage those who feel isolated due to addiction, depression, anxiety, fears, anger, and pain. I received my Master's degree in Art Therapy from George Washington University, with a focus on Trauma-Informed Care.
I am licensed in the state of Virginia as a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Licensed Addictions Treatment Practitioner, and a Board Certified Art Therapist. I have an extensive history of working with clients suffering from co-occurring disorders. I believe that the therapeutic value of art has the power to heal, empower, and engage those who feel isolated due to addiction, depression, anxiety, fears, anger, and pain. I received my Master's degree in Art Therapy from George Washington University, with a focus on Trauma-Informed Care.
I am Patricia "Tricia" McCarty, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who enjoys helping people work through life transitions, addiction, grief/loss, chronic illness/pain, anxiety, depression, stress, and low self-esteem. I use a humanistic approach and a variety of therapeutic modalities, including cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness-based, strength-based, narrative, acceptance and commitment, expressive art as therapy, and positive psychotherapy. I completed my Master of Social Work at Virginia Commonwealth University.
I am Patricia "Tricia" McCarty, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who enjoys helping people work through life transitions, addiction, grief/loss, chronic illness/pain, anxiety, depression, stress, and low self-esteem. I use a humanistic approach and a variety of therapeutic modalities, including cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness-based, strength-based, narrative, acceptance and commitment, expressive art as therapy, and positive psychotherapy. I completed my Master of Social Work at Virginia Commonwealth University.
I have experience working with adolescents, teenagers, and adults in individual and group settings. I believe in tailoring treatment based upon their strengths and goals. I am dedicated to maximizing a client's strengths in order to address issues such as depression, anxiety, life transitions, women's issues, postpartum, body image issues, eating disorders, and peer relations.
I have experience working with adolescents, teenagers, and adults in individual and group settings. I believe in tailoring treatment based upon their strengths and goals. I am dedicated to maximizing a client's strengths in order to address issues such as depression, anxiety, life transitions, women's issues, postpartum, body image issues, eating disorders, and peer relations.
If you’re considering therapy, chances are there are aspects of your life that aren’t going well. Maybe your relationships are unfulfilling. Maybe you’re having a hard time adjusting to a change or traumatic experience. Maybe you’ve been feeling down, on edge, defeated, or inadequate. Maybe you’re not even sure why, but you know you’re not as satisfied as you want to be. Therapy is a place where you can better understand the issues that are getting in the way of your happiness, explore options for a more fulfilling future, and get support as you contemplate change or adjust to a difficult reality.
If you’re considering therapy, chances are there are aspects of your life that aren’t going well. Maybe your relationships are unfulfilling. Maybe you’re having a hard time adjusting to a change or traumatic experience. Maybe you’ve been feeling down, on edge, defeated, or inadequate. Maybe you’re not even sure why, but you know you’re not as satisfied as you want to be. Therapy is a place where you can better understand the issues that are getting in the way of your happiness, explore options for a more fulfilling future, and get support as you contemplate change or adjust to a difficult reality.
I ascribe to an integrative approach based on a strengths model of treatment. I aim to assist clients in overcoming challenges they may face by helping them identify and access personal strengths. I have been trained in psycho-dynamic, interpersonal, family systems, empowerment, cognitive and behavioral therapies. I utilize an approach that best addresses the concerns/issues you may have.
I ascribe to an integrative approach based on a strengths model of treatment. I aim to assist clients in overcoming challenges they may face by helping them identify and access personal strengths. I have been trained in psycho-dynamic, interpersonal, family systems, empowerment, cognitive and behavioral therapies. I utilize an approach that best addresses the concerns/issues you may have.
I specialize in providing trauma-informed care for teens and adults who are ready to heal from the past and build a more resilient future. With specialized training in EMDR therapy, I help clients process distressing life experiences and reduce the emotional charge of traumatic memories.
My therapeutic style blends clinical precision with a warm, person-centered philosophy. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process where your unique story meets proven psychological techniques. Whether you are navigating a recent life transition or working through deep-seated trauma, I am dedicated to providing a high standard of care.
I specialize in providing trauma-informed care for teens and adults who are ready to heal from the past and build a more resilient future. With specialized training in EMDR therapy, I help clients process distressing life experiences and reduce the emotional charge of traumatic memories.
My therapeutic style blends clinical precision with a warm, person-centered philosophy. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process where your unique story meets proven psychological techniques. Whether you are navigating a recent life transition or working through deep-seated trauma, I am dedicated to providing a high standard of care.
I have always loved helping individuals understand feelings, behavior and the human mind. I want to help my clients understand the reason behind their "why" and provide a safe, non judgmental space for sustainable healing. I have 6 years of experience in the mental health space working with families and individuals needing residential,PHP, IOP level of care as well as inpatient experience working with teens and adults. I provide counseling for teens and adults with various presenting issues including ADHD, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, relationship/attachment issues, life transitions, self-esteem, and substance misuse.
I have always loved helping individuals understand feelings, behavior and the human mind. I want to help my clients understand the reason behind their "why" and provide a safe, non judgmental space for sustainable healing. I have 6 years of experience in the mental health space working with families and individuals needing residential,PHP, IOP level of care as well as inpatient experience working with teens and adults. I provide counseling for teens and adults with various presenting issues including ADHD, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, relationship/attachment issues, life transitions, self-esteem, and substance misuse.
Our careers and our sense of self are usually tightly linked, yet we don't always recognize this tie. This connection can have a big impact on how we relate to others in our lives. I would be honored to be your therapist as you navigate your personal or career challenges. Giving ourselves the space to explore and process our thoughts, feelings and needs is one of the best gifts we can give ourselves. Knowing we are not alone in this journey can be quite powerful.
Our careers and our sense of self are usually tightly linked, yet we don't always recognize this tie. This connection can have a big impact on how we relate to others in our lives. I would be honored to be your therapist as you navigate your personal or career challenges. Giving ourselves the space to explore and process our thoughts, feelings and needs is one of the best gifts we can give ourselves. Knowing we are not alone in this journey can be quite powerful.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor at Wellness Through Counseling in McLean, VA. I am an IFS Level 1 trained therapist and Certified Addictions-Informed Mental Health Professional (CAIMHP), passionate about helping clients access their inner resources toward healing. I believe clients are experts in their own path. I create a safe, collaborative space where we explore strengths and resilience to support meaningful growth and lasting change.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor at Wellness Through Counseling in McLean, VA. I am an IFS Level 1 trained therapist and Certified Addictions-Informed Mental Health Professional (CAIMHP), passionate about helping clients access their inner resources toward healing. I believe clients are experts in their own path. I create a safe, collaborative space where we explore strengths and resilience to support meaningful growth and lasting change.
I appreciate and am profoundly moved by the courage people bring to the work of therapy. I strive to honor your commitment by creating a safe and supportive environment that will allow you to experience therapy as alleviating symptoms and moving towards your goals. I see people with a variety of concerns: such as chronic sadness, anxiety, conflict in relationships, loss, life transitions, or a vague sense of being disconnected from one's true self or purpose in life. Therapy can expand your sense of yourself, deepen relationships, ease life transitions, and enrich your life in unforeseen yet exciting ways.
I appreciate and am profoundly moved by the courage people bring to the work of therapy. I strive to honor your commitment by creating a safe and supportive environment that will allow you to experience therapy as alleviating symptoms and moving towards your goals. I see people with a variety of concerns: such as chronic sadness, anxiety, conflict in relationships, loss, life transitions, or a vague sense of being disconnected from one's true self or purpose in life. Therapy can expand your sense of yourself, deepen relationships, ease life transitions, and enrich your life in unforeseen yet exciting ways.
In my evolving professional life over the last 14 years, I have combined therapeutic orientations that focus on addressing patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving that lend insight and understanding to one’s present challenges or distress. When we were younger, how we learned to respond to the world around us might have had tremendous benefit to help us survive and move forward; now as adults, one may feel limited by repetitive emotional responses or thought processes and inflexible copying styles. Seeking therapy now may come at a time in your life when your relationships are struggling or you may feel a need for change.
In my evolving professional life over the last 14 years, I have combined therapeutic orientations that focus on addressing patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving that lend insight and understanding to one’s present challenges or distress. When we were younger, how we learned to respond to the world around us might have had tremendous benefit to help us survive and move forward; now as adults, one may feel limited by repetitive emotional responses or thought processes and inflexible copying styles. Seeking therapy now may come at a time in your life when your relationships are struggling or you may feel a need for change.
My clients often face mental and emotional challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-worth, grief, and life stressors. They may struggle with relationships or feel their thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and circumstances have negatively impacted their well-being and quality of life. Seeking to process their experiences both verbally and creatively, they aim to build coping skills, solve problems, and find relaxation through art-making. I'm dedicated to making therapy accessible for neurodiverse clients and those with disabilities or chronic illnesses who may have felt stigmatized or faced barriers to mental health care.
My clients often face mental and emotional challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-worth, grief, and life stressors. They may struggle with relationships or feel their thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and circumstances have negatively impacted their well-being and quality of life. Seeking to process their experiences both verbally and creatively, they aim to build coping skills, solve problems, and find relaxation through art-making. I'm dedicated to making therapy accessible for neurodiverse clients and those with disabilities or chronic illnesses who may have felt stigmatized or faced barriers to mental health care.
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FAQ - Therapist Gender
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.