Therapists in McLean, VA
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Do you or your family worry about your thinking abilities? Have you always wondered whether your diagnosis is accurate or wished that you had a more comprehensive evaluation of your symptoms? I perform neuropsychological and psychological evaluations that integrate various cognitive and emotional traits into a personalized and thorough evaluation. I regularly perform forensic neuropsychological and psychological evaluations for the court system. As a board certified neuropsychologist, I often perform cognitive testing to assess skills such as intelligence, attention, processing speed, executive functioning, language, and memory.
Do you or your family worry about your thinking abilities? Have you always wondered whether your diagnosis is accurate or wished that you had a more comprehensive evaluation of your symptoms? I perform neuropsychological and psychological evaluations that integrate various cognitive and emotional traits into a personalized and thorough evaluation. I regularly perform forensic neuropsychological and psychological evaluations for the court system. As a board certified neuropsychologist, I often perform cognitive testing to assess skills such as intelligence, attention, processing speed, executive functioning, language, and memory.
I am Alimatu Mustapha- Palmer (nee Alima Palmer),PhD., NCC, LPC, MAC, CSAC, BCC. I have been in the world of behavioral health and services for the past 25 years. I am experienced and well-credentialed including several board certifications, awards, and recognitions. My experience includes conducting trainings, workshops, and assessments and working with individuals, families, groups, non-profits, local and international government agencies including DSS- CPS, law enforcement, minority populations, specific women and children’s issues, spirituality, cultural dynamics, marriage, divorce, life transitions, coaching and more.
I am Alimatu Mustapha- Palmer (nee Alima Palmer),PhD., NCC, LPC, MAC, CSAC, BCC. I have been in the world of behavioral health and services for the past 25 years. I am experienced and well-credentialed including several board certifications, awards, and recognitions. My experience includes conducting trainings, workshops, and assessments and working with individuals, families, groups, non-profits, local and international government agencies including DSS- CPS, law enforcement, minority populations, specific women and children’s issues, spirituality, cultural dynamics, marriage, divorce, life transitions, coaching and more.
I am Dr. Edythe Bouldin, a licensed professional counselor who likes to use humor in sessions. I am open-minded and nonjudgmental. Some of my focus areas are trauma, depression, and anxiety, and I am a certified grief educator. My clients are diverse and I prefer working with clients 13 and up. I am comfortable working with couples issues, including premarital, separation, and divorce counseling, anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, and I am certified in working with Veterans with PTSD.
I am Dr. Edythe Bouldin, a licensed professional counselor who likes to use humor in sessions. I am open-minded and nonjudgmental. Some of my focus areas are trauma, depression, and anxiety, and I am a certified grief educator. My clients are diverse and I prefer working with clients 13 and up. I am comfortable working with couples issues, including premarital, separation, and divorce counseling, anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, and I am certified in working with Veterans with PTSD.
My treatment approach combines the latest advances in Western neuroscience with evidence-based mindfulness practices rooted in Eastern philosophies. I primarily utilize two complementary modalities - Experiential Dynamic Therapy (EDT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS). These are evidenced based and trauma-informed treatments that aim to address the root causes of psychological suffering rather than simply addressing the outlying symptoms.
My treatment approach combines the latest advances in Western neuroscience with evidence-based mindfulness practices rooted in Eastern philosophies. I primarily utilize two complementary modalities - Experiential Dynamic Therapy (EDT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS). These are evidenced based and trauma-informed treatments that aim to address the root causes of psychological suffering rather than simply addressing the outlying symptoms.
Entering into therapy can be a difficult and intimidating process. It involves being honest with yourself and it takes courage and strength to open up to another person. As a psychologist who has worked with many individuals and couples, I am committed to creating a safe and non-judgemental environment. I enjoy helping people successfully deal with issues of depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship problems. I work in a warm and collaborative manner to identify treatment goals, instill a sense of hope, and learn effective coping skills that can lead to a better quality of life overall.
Entering into therapy can be a difficult and intimidating process. It involves being honest with yourself and it takes courage and strength to open up to another person. As a psychologist who has worked with many individuals and couples, I am committed to creating a safe and non-judgemental environment. I enjoy helping people successfully deal with issues of depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship problems. I work in a warm and collaborative manner to identify treatment goals, instill a sense of hope, and learn effective coping skills that can lead to a better quality of life overall.
My name is Leah Sauls and I am a licensed professional counselor in Virginia and Pennsylvania. I use many different types of modalities in my clinical work. I typically work with clients who struggle with anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues. I have experience in several different treatments. I typically use cognitive behavioral therapy as well as motivational interviewing. I also have experience with dialectical behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and trauma work.
My name is Leah Sauls and I am a licensed professional counselor in Virginia and Pennsylvania. I use many different types of modalities in my clinical work. I typically work with clients who struggle with anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues. I have experience in several different treatments. I typically use cognitive behavioral therapy as well as motivational interviewing. I also have experience with dialectical behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and trauma work.
All my life I have been fascinated by peoples’ stories. It's been my privilege over more than forty years to hear the stories of my clients, as we meet together to understand their concerns and together develop treatment goals that will facilitate personal growth in their lives. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I see adults, both individuals and couples. Exploring family of origin dynamics and understanding the impact those dynamics may have on the client's presenting concerns allows a more thorough approach to treatment. My style is collaborative, empathic, practical, and interpersonal.
All my life I have been fascinated by peoples’ stories. It's been my privilege over more than forty years to hear the stories of my clients, as we meet together to understand their concerns and together develop treatment goals that will facilitate personal growth in their lives. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I see adults, both individuals and couples. Exploring family of origin dynamics and understanding the impact those dynamics may have on the client's presenting concerns allows a more thorough approach to treatment. My style is collaborative, empathic, practical, and interpersonal.
As a clinician, I meet clients where they are and walk alongside them as they become better versions of themselves. I specialize in substance use and general mental health treatment of those ages 13-99 years old. I have a vast array of treating individuals with substance use disorder and general mental health conditions. The most common theoretical approach of my work is cognitive behavior. I work with individuals to explore how their thinking can change feelings and behaviors, thus creating a more favorable outcome.
As a clinician, I meet clients where they are and walk alongside them as they become better versions of themselves. I specialize in substance use and general mental health treatment of those ages 13-99 years old. I have a vast array of treating individuals with substance use disorder and general mental health conditions. The most common theoretical approach of my work is cognitive behavior. I work with individuals to explore how their thinking can change feelings and behaviors, thus creating a more favorable outcome.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, sad, worried, stressed out, or stuck? Maybe you’re navigating a big change or trying to find steadiness in an unsteady world. You want to feel calm and grounded, understand yourself more, and truly thrive - not just survive. I help clients work through anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and stress by creating a space where you can slow down, feel what’s really there, and begin to make sense of it.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, sad, worried, stressed out, or stuck? Maybe you’re navigating a big change or trying to find steadiness in an unsteady world. You want to feel calm and grounded, understand yourself more, and truly thrive - not just survive. I help clients work through anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and stress by creating a space where you can slow down, feel what’s really there, and begin to make sense of it.
Charla White, Psy.D. - Licensed Clinical Psychologist (Virginia and District of Columbia). My goal as a therapist is to help my clients' overcome barriers that impede their ability to reach their potential at any age. My therapeutic approach is client-centered and specific to the individual. My theoretical background includes Cognitive Behavioral, Mindfulness, and Writing Exposure therapies. It is my desire to create an environment of trust, openness, and curiosity that allows the client's story/history to unfold over time.
Charla White, Psy.D. - Licensed Clinical Psychologist (Virginia and District of Columbia). My goal as a therapist is to help my clients' overcome barriers that impede their ability to reach their potential at any age. My therapeutic approach is client-centered and specific to the individual. My theoretical background includes Cognitive Behavioral, Mindfulness, and Writing Exposure therapies. It is my desire to create an environment of trust, openness, and curiosity that allows the client's story/history to unfold over time.
Change is hard for everyone. It can be painful and exhausting to manage change but we all have to do it from time to time whether that means facing internal problems or external ones. You don't have to do it alone. I am a social worker with a clinical focus and a pastoral counselor (interfaith/ecumenical focus - I am not here to tell anyone who to be or what to believe), and I have extensive experience with a wide range of mental health challenges.
Change is hard for everyone. It can be painful and exhausting to manage change but we all have to do it from time to time whether that means facing internal problems or external ones. You don't have to do it alone. I am a social worker with a clinical focus and a pastoral counselor (interfaith/ecumenical focus - I am not here to tell anyone who to be or what to believe), and I have extensive experience with a wide range of mental health challenges.
I provide therapy and short-term crisis counseling to adolescents, adults, couples, and families as well as crisis therapy for schools, businesses, and corporations. I offer tailored, comprehensive therapy for patients through in-office sessions as well as via phone calls and on-site interventions.
I provide therapy and short-term crisis counseling to adolescents, adults, couples, and families as well as crisis therapy for schools, businesses, and corporations. I offer tailored, comprehensive therapy for patients through in-office sessions as well as via phone calls and on-site interventions.
I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) that specializes in helping patients overcome issues related to anxiety, depression, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), substance use disorders, family conflict and grief. I also have a special interest and experience helping adults, young adults, and high school students struggling with life transitions (college, adulthood etc.), performance and relationships. Whether working with adolescents, school-age children, or adults, I look forward to working with you and helping you and/or a loved one emerge from any life obstacles or issues.
I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) that specializes in helping patients overcome issues related to anxiety, depression, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), substance use disorders, family conflict and grief. I also have a special interest and experience helping adults, young adults, and high school students struggling with life transitions (college, adulthood etc.), performance and relationships. Whether working with adolescents, school-age children, or adults, I look forward to working with you and helping you and/or a loved one emerge from any life obstacles or issues.
When patients ask, “What can you tell me about your practice?" I say I am very comfortable working with adults-18 and older, couples, children and families. The patients I see in my practice are wanting help with issues of anger and stress; anxiety, panic and phobias; grief and depression; life-cycle changes; relationship issues; career challenges; and self-esteem. Coordination of care with other medical professionals is an important part of my practice and allows for opportunities to develop a comprehensive care approach to your treatment.
When patients ask, “What can you tell me about your practice?" I say I am very comfortable working with adults-18 and older, couples, children and families. The patients I see in my practice are wanting help with issues of anger and stress; anxiety, panic and phobias; grief and depression; life-cycle changes; relationship issues; career challenges; and self-esteem. Coordination of care with other medical professionals is an important part of my practice and allows for opportunities to develop a comprehensive care approach to your treatment.
Currently have openings for new clients! As a Therapist, I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental, and collaborative environment where growth can be fostered. I primarily use a person-centered, DBT, and CBT-based approach to meet my clients where they are, celebrate individualism, and work toward their goals.
Currently have openings for new clients! As a Therapist, I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental, and collaborative environment where growth can be fostered. I primarily use a person-centered, DBT, and CBT-based approach to meet my clients where they are, celebrate individualism, and work toward their goals.
Whether you have specific mental or behavior health goals in mind, or general concerns but don’t know where to start, my job as a Resident in Counseling is to help you address your needs and the problems you are facing in a comfortable, warm, nurturing environment. My approach is to help you manage your symptoms while simultaneously helping you get to the root of your problems.
Whether you have specific mental or behavior health goals in mind, or general concerns but don’t know where to start, my job as a Resident in Counseling is to help you address your needs and the problems you are facing in a comfortable, warm, nurturing environment. My approach is to help you manage your symptoms while simultaneously helping you get to the root of your problems.
Barbara earned her BA from Michigan State University, her MA in Counseling from George Washington University in 1983, and an advanced certificate in Counseling from GWU in 2014. She has over 30 years of counseling experience. She worked as a school counselor for Fairfax County Public Schools until2016 and has since worked as a Licensed Professional Counselor. She has worked primarily with children and families, and is also seeing adults. She uses solution-focused, cognitive-behavioral, client-centered therapy.
Barbara earned her BA from Michigan State University, her MA in Counseling from George Washington University in 1983, and an advanced certificate in Counseling from GWU in 2014. She has over 30 years of counseling experience. She worked as a school counselor for Fairfax County Public Schools until2016 and has since worked as a Licensed Professional Counselor. She has worked primarily with children and families, and is also seeing adults. She uses solution-focused, cognitive-behavioral, client-centered therapy.
Hi! I'm Jenn Forbes and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I provide Telehealth services in the State of Virginia. I have worked for the past 7 years with eating disorders, addiction, depressive disorders, and anxiety disorders. I have worked in a variety of settings, including general mental health inpatient, eating disorder residential treatment center, in-home services, and outpatient services where I have been able to help clients facing homelessness, clients experiencing crises including suicidality, and clients with severe mental health diagnoses.
Hi! I'm Jenn Forbes and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I provide Telehealth services in the State of Virginia. I have worked for the past 7 years with eating disorders, addiction, depressive disorders, and anxiety disorders. I have worked in a variety of settings, including general mental health inpatient, eating disorder residential treatment center, in-home services, and outpatient services where I have been able to help clients facing homelessness, clients experiencing crises including suicidality, and clients with severe mental health diagnoses.
The decision to begin/return to therapy can be complicated. Some believe they should be able to "fix" problems independently, and place undue blame on themselves for being stuck in cycles of depression/anxiety, disordered eating, malfunctioning relationships, self-harm, etc. Through my work as a Clinical Psychologist, I've come to believe that it takes courage to recognize that aspects of one's life aren't working, and to seek support in making positive changes. During therapy, I work with clients to identify areas of life they'd like to change, and together, we explore past experiences that may have contributed to current struggles.
The decision to begin/return to therapy can be complicated. Some believe they should be able to "fix" problems independently, and place undue blame on themselves for being stuck in cycles of depression/anxiety, disordered eating, malfunctioning relationships, self-harm, etc. Through my work as a Clinical Psychologist, I've come to believe that it takes courage to recognize that aspects of one's life aren't working, and to seek support in making positive changes. During therapy, I work with clients to identify areas of life they'd like to change, and together, we explore past experiences that may have contributed to current struggles.
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Number of Therapists in McLean, VA
700+
Average cost per session
$185
Therapists in McLean, VA who prioritize treating:
| 93% | Anxiety |
| 88% | Depression |
| 76% | Relationship Issues |
| 73% | Self Esteem |
| 71% | Coping Skills |
| 67% | Stress |
| 63% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
15 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 79% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 65% | Cigna and Evernorth |
| 64% | Aetna |
How Therapists in McLean, VA see their clients
| 59% | In Person and Online | |
| 41% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 82% | Female | |
| 17% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |