Strength-Based Therapists in McLean, VA

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a passion for providing care to adults experiencing challenges related to grief and loss, life transitions, anxiety, depression, isolation, caregiver stress and complex trauma. I have experience working with mental health issues related to anxiety, bipolar, depression and OCD.

Rossa Ridley is a Resident in Counseling and Qualified Mental Health Provider for adults in the state of Virginia. She has over 7 years of experience assisting adults that are seeking help with a variety of mental health issues, adjusting to life transitions, military-related issues, past incarceration, and relationship issues due to childhood trauma. Rossa completed her Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from ECPI University, a Master of Art in Professional Counseling (Mental Health Counseling) from South University, and an advanced degree of a Master of Philosophy in Forensic Psychology.

We often find ourselves seeking help when something is wrong, but I work with families and children to help them see what is right. I believe that humans are fundamentally creative, innovative, compassionate, and fully capable of accessing their joy. The therapeutic process is not one size fits all, nor will it be successful when the therapist calls all of the shots. My clients are the experts, and I work collaboratively to find the best approach to achieve growth.

Since 1993, I have worked with individuals and families coping with a wide range of social, emotional and psychological stressors. My areas of clinical expertise Include the following: Anxiety, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Panic, ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder.

People seek counseling for a variety of different reasons. I work with people who are facing a specific stressor which has caused feelings of stress or overwhelm, as well as those who are experiencing more acute or chronic conditions. These might include dealing with family/relationship issues, ongoing anxiety or depression or concern about use of alcohol or other substances. Having been a Counselor for over 20 years , I have had the opportunity to work in a variety behavioral healthcare settings. My experience has informed my approach to counseling which is evidence and strength based, solution focused and compassionate.

Have you been experiencing anxiety, irritability, sadness? Or that you are not enough? Is uncertainty or stress of life leaving you feeling overwhelmed or frustrated? Are you experiencing brain fog, fatigued, emptiness, loneliness, shame or guilt, paralyzing fear, powerlessness or helpless? Painful emotions, thoughts, or memories can cause feelings of inadequacy & failure. Abandonment, rejection & disappointments are all very painful experiences. Trauma and neglect can impact us deeply, leaving invisible marks.

My practice is based in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy where we examine how thoughts, feelings and behaviors all connect helping us to see core beliefs that may not be serving us. This leads to identifying and changing behavior patterns that are not working- ones that may ultimately hold you back from experiencing more fulfilling relationships and a more meaningful life. These powerful tools can be of great help in this important work.

Are you experiencing excessive worry in your day to day life? Do you feel overwhelmed by your responsibilities to others? Are you burnt out and subsequently unable to provide yourself with quality care, love, and or attention? This can be such a lonely and painful existence. You do not have to continue to survive on a metaphorical “dead battery.” Do you wake up or go to sleep feeling hopeless, sad, and or lonely? Are you struggling with low self-worth or excessive guilt? Has this season of life left you feeling depleted of energy and enjoyment? Please know that you have made the bold and courageous choice to seek guidance!

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has experience working with children, adolescents and adults. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, life changes and transitions, poor self-esteem, and school related stress for both teachers and students. When working with children, I incorporate play therapy to encourage expression, and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to help guide the connection of their thoughts, emotions, and behavior as well as strengthen coping skills. When working with teens and adults, I use interpersonal and psychodynamic therapy as well as CBT to help clients better understand themselves.

Hi, I'm Alison Outten, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 7 years of clinical experience working with individuals in areas including but not limited to depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use, and life coaching. I use a holistic approach that consists of Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Person-Centered, Supportive, Strength-Based , and Holistic therapies during treatment with clients. I believe in working in partnership with clients to utilize their strengths to help them sort out their challenges and achieve their goals.

Accepting new clients! I work with couples, individual adults, and adolescents 15+ who are experiencing individual, relational and communication challenges. Stressors I work with include work-life balance, family stress, communication issues, parental-teen conflict, anxiety, trauma, stress, bullying, grief, identity, & adjustment challenges. I work with you to build inner strength and awareness, to grow personally, and to thrive interpersonally. I help you better understand what's happened to you, how to identify your blind spots, and to manage your personal + professional challenges in a way that is helpful and rewarding.

Campbell Integrative Psychological Services specialize in comprehensive psychological assessments & outpatient psychotherapy. Assessments can help you improve your overall functioning in life, school/college, or your place of employment. Areas of clinical focus include: Psychological, Neuro-psychological and Psycho-educational assessments, Diagnostic Clarification, ADHD, Learning Disabilities, and Career Interests Assessments. We also offer academic planning and consultation with schools regarding students’ educational planning. Psychotherapy work focuses on depression, anxiety, grief & loss, and transitional life issues.

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.

Hope+Wellness is a psychotherapy practice based on our philosophy that hope can be found even in the most difficult seasons of life. We believe that people need hope and resilience to set goals and affect change, to persevere in the face of life challenges and thrive. Our approach is simple — to provide exceptional psychotherapy services to empower people to live happier, healthier lives.

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.

Clients who work with me learn to better understand their emotional triggers, work to overcome life’s setbacks, manage stress more productively, communicate with others more effectively, and set healthy boundaries. My approach involves getting to know each of my clients, beyond what has brought them into therapy. I seek to understand what your goals are for this journey, and we together discuss how I can support you in working on what can be changed, and learning to cope with people and situations that we cannot change.

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.

Is the trauma in your past making your present difficult? Are you having trouble connecting with your child? Have you adopted a child and find that simply providing a loving home does not seem to be enough? Call so that we can talk about your struggles with anxiety, depression, family relationships or history of being abused. I want to work with you to find hope and healing.