Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Mosby, VA

Do you ever feel so sad that it is difficult to get through the day? Or do you worry so much that you are having trouble focusing or concentrating? Life can be challenging and overwhelming at times and it can be hard to figure out how to cope with these tough situations. It can be even more difficult to deal with these things if we do not have the proper tools to help us deal with these challenges. I can help by providing the necessary tools and techniques to guide you through these difficult times. In 2016 I graduated from Capella University with a Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy.
Do you ever feel so sad that it is difficult to get through the day? Or do you worry so much that you are having trouble focusing or concentrating? Life can be challenging and overwhelming at times and it can be hard to figure out how to cope with these tough situations. It can be even more difficult to deal with these things if we do not have the proper tools to help us deal with these challenges. I can help by providing the necessary tools and techniques to guide you through these difficult times. In 2016 I graduated from Capella University with a Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy.

Michelle Maddalozzo is an LCSW in private practice in VA and NC. She holds a Masters in Social Work from the University of Chicago and a Doctorate in Social Work from the University of Tennessee. Michelle has been working with mood disorders, depression, anxiety, and trauma for over the past ten years while specializing in military mental health. She incorporates different treatment modalities into her work, with an emphasis on body-oriented techniques. Danielle sees adults and adolescents for individual therapy.
Michelle Maddalozzo is an LCSW in private practice in VA and NC. She holds a Masters in Social Work from the University of Chicago and a Doctorate in Social Work from the University of Tennessee. Michelle has been working with mood disorders, depression, anxiety, and trauma for over the past ten years while specializing in military mental health. She incorporates different treatment modalities into her work, with an emphasis on body-oriented techniques. Danielle sees adults and adolescents for individual therapy.
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I utilize CBT, EMDR and ACT to work with various types of clients.
I am here to provide you support through life transitions, depression, anxiety and adjusting to various difficulties that life throws at you. I am here to walk along side you and help you identify coping skills to manage these difficulties. I am here to help you create goals and work towards the goals that you have for yourself.
I utilize CBT, EMDR and ACT to work with various types of clients.
I am here to provide you support through life transitions, depression, anxiety and adjusting to various difficulties that life throws at you. I am here to walk along side you and help you identify coping skills to manage these difficulties. I am here to help you create goals and work towards the goals that you have for yourself.

I am trained in EMDR and also use ACT approach to help you feel better.
“Courage does not always roar.” Tomi Adeymi. As we are faced with daily obstacles and life challenges, we must dig down to find the courage to move forward. At times, courage does not present itself as a roaring lion but as a small quiet voice that cannot be extinguished as it guides us along the pathway of life. I am here to help you find your voice in this journey.
I am trained in EMDR and also use ACT approach to help you feel better.
“Courage does not always roar.” Tomi Adeymi. As we are faced with daily obstacles and life challenges, we must dig down to find the courage to move forward. At times, courage does not present itself as a roaring lion but as a small quiet voice that cannot be extinguished as it guides us along the pathway of life. I am here to help you find your voice in this journey.

I have over 10 years of experience working with young people and utilize evidence-based practices like CBT, DBT, and ACT to process life's difficulties.
Hi there! My ideal client is an adolescent or young adult struggling with depression or anxiety. This can be due to school-related issues, life transitions, grief, and more. In my experience, this population requires someone to "get it" and then from there we can process what is going on then gain emotion regulation skills that benefit the whole person.
I have over 10 years of experience working with young people and utilize evidence-based practices like CBT, DBT, and ACT to process life's difficulties.
Hi there! My ideal client is an adolescent or young adult struggling with depression or anxiety. This can be due to school-related issues, life transitions, grief, and more. In my experience, this population requires someone to "get it" and then from there we can process what is going on then gain emotion regulation skills that benefit the whole person.

I tend to use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, depending on your preferences and goals.
I primarily work with clients with anxiety (including obsessive-compulsive disorder and specific phobias), PTSD, and moral injury. My clients tend to work in high-stress occupational settings and hold themselves to high standards. I work best with people who have problems stemming from a desire to be in control all the time, extremely high standards leading to disappointment and self-doubt, and struggle to 'let things go.' My clients want to learn how they can function better in their life, without sacrificing their high standards. I can serve clients living in most states, via telehealth.
I tend to use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, depending on your preferences and goals.
I primarily work with clients with anxiety (including obsessive-compulsive disorder and specific phobias), PTSD, and moral injury. My clients tend to work in high-stress occupational settings and hold themselves to high standards. I work best with people who have problems stemming from a desire to be in control all the time, extremely high standards leading to disappointment and self-doubt, and struggle to 'let things go.' My clients want to learn how they can function better in their life, without sacrificing their high standards. I can serve clients living in most states, via telehealth.

Depending on your need, we may look at thoughts, acceptance, mindfulness, self-care, boundaries, or past wounds.
Are you anxious that you might not be able to handle this big life challenge with your physical & emotional wellbeing, authenticity & integrity, and values & serenity still intact? Are you hopeful that maybe, just maybe, you can come out on the other side of it with new growth & wisdom? Are you struggling to navigate life and find fulfillment, love, & belonging as someone who's “different”, even from some of the people & communities you love most? Are you feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, unseen, unheard, or unfulfilled in your relationships? Do you wrestle with inner whispers of shame, and wonder “Am I enough? Am I good enough?"
Depending on your need, we may look at thoughts, acceptance, mindfulness, self-care, boundaries, or past wounds.
Are you anxious that you might not be able to handle this big life challenge with your physical & emotional wellbeing, authenticity & integrity, and values & serenity still intact? Are you hopeful that maybe, just maybe, you can come out on the other side of it with new growth & wisdom? Are you struggling to navigate life and find fulfillment, love, & belonging as someone who's “different”, even from some of the people & communities you love most? Are you feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, unseen, unheard, or unfulfilled in your relationships? Do you wrestle with inner whispers of shame, and wonder “Am I enough? Am I good enough?"

Sometimes that means using Motivational Interviewing to encourage change of an unhealthy habit, while using ACT to help navigate living with a major health condition, while using CBT for that stinking thinking and poor sleep hygiene.
At Creating Sustaining Joy, LLC, Dr. M's ideal client has experienced many hardships, particularly in childhood. Yet, they are ready to assess their life strengths; to work together setting healthy goals to manage depression/anxiety and any stress that might impede achieving a stable healthy life. Anchored on the client's worldview/spirituality/guiding principles, we navigate towards a client's ideal self. We work to dispel shame and self-defeating thoughts/behaviors that create an unhealthy self-image and a barrier to change. Dr. M helps clients commit to lifestyle changes that sustain positive mental and emotional health.
Sometimes that means using Motivational Interviewing to encourage change of an unhealthy habit, while using ACT to help navigate living with a major health condition, while using CBT for that stinking thinking and poor sleep hygiene.
At Creating Sustaining Joy, LLC, Dr. M's ideal client has experienced many hardships, particularly in childhood. Yet, they are ready to assess their life strengths; to work together setting healthy goals to manage depression/anxiety and any stress that might impede achieving a stable healthy life. Anchored on the client's worldview/spirituality/guiding principles, we navigate towards a client's ideal self. We work to dispel shame and self-defeating thoughts/behaviors that create an unhealthy self-image and a barrier to change. Dr. M helps clients commit to lifestyle changes that sustain positive mental and emotional health.

I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral therapy, and Adlerian Therapy techniques most often.
Hi there! My name is Lindsay and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia, and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois. I am also a Certified Autism Specialist (IBCCES). I have a Master of Arts in Counseling with an emphasis in professional mental health counseling. I earned this degree through in-person studies. I would describe myself as nurturing, empathetic, and open-minded. I am also a proud wife and mom, which I believe enrich my role as a therapist. I have over 11 years of experience working in the field of mental health and over seven years working with individuals with autism.
I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral therapy, and Adlerian Therapy techniques most often.
Hi there! My name is Lindsay and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia, and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois. I am also a Certified Autism Specialist (IBCCES). I have a Master of Arts in Counseling with an emphasis in professional mental health counseling. I earned this degree through in-person studies. I would describe myself as nurturing, empathetic, and open-minded. I am also a proud wife and mom, which I believe enrich my role as a therapist. I have over 11 years of experience working in the field of mental health and over seven years working with individuals with autism.

Modalities that I often use include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, EMDR, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness and other relational and trauma-focused treatments.
I place an emphasis on human resilience in overcoming challenges and trauma. You carry within you many of the resources needed for healing. I can work with you to increase self-awareness and acceptance, to effectively implement skills, and to change problematic behavioral or relational patterns. My aim is to help you to get to the root of your concerns.
Modalities that I often use include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, EMDR, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness and other relational and trauma-focused treatments.
I place an emphasis on human resilience in overcoming challenges and trauma. You carry within you many of the resources needed for healing. I can work with you to increase self-awareness and acceptance, to effectively implement skills, and to change problematic behavioral or relational patterns. My aim is to help you to get to the root of your concerns.

In my work with clients, I use a combination of interventions including grief counseling, Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, mindfulness, psychoeducation, and somatic techniques.
Do you need a break from never-ending stress, exhaustion, or feeling hopelessly stuck? Have recent life transitions or events felt overwhelming and challenging to manage? As a therapist and author, my job is to lend you a hand, a listening ear, and practical strategies to support you in creating a life that feels authentic and meaningful. My nonjudgmental, compassionate, and down-to-earth style allows clients to grow from their experiences and create positive change in their lives.
In my work with clients, I use a combination of interventions including grief counseling, Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, mindfulness, psychoeducation, and somatic techniques.
Do you need a break from never-ending stress, exhaustion, or feeling hopelessly stuck? Have recent life transitions or events felt overwhelming and challenging to manage? As a therapist and author, my job is to lend you a hand, a listening ear, and practical strategies to support you in creating a life that feels authentic and meaningful. My nonjudgmental, compassionate, and down-to-earth style allows clients to grow from their experiences and create positive change in their lives.

I believe therapy is a partnership of building trust and acceptance in a safe and nurturing environment.
Life can be challenging. It can also be wonderful and beautiful. When we struggle with our mental health it is easy to feel overwhelmed and worry that things will never get better. The good news is that it can get better and you have more power to change than you realize. I am a licensed clinical social worker and received my academic training at Columbia University and Virginia Commonwealth University. I work with clients struggling with a variety of challenges including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, trauma, grief, loss, and life transitions.
I believe therapy is a partnership of building trust and acceptance in a safe and nurturing environment.
Life can be challenging. It can also be wonderful and beautiful. When we struggle with our mental health it is easy to feel overwhelmed and worry that things will never get better. The good news is that it can get better and you have more power to change than you realize. I am a licensed clinical social worker and received my academic training at Columbia University and Virginia Commonwealth University. I work with clients struggling with a variety of challenges including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, trauma, grief, loss, and life transitions.

Sex Addiction In Person Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAC, CSAT
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030
Those suffering from addictions, compulsions, anxiety, and relationship problems often seek help when they are acting in ways that they don’t want to act or thinking in ways that don’t support their best interests.
Once freed from blaming and defending, clients can feel great love for themselves and authentic connections with others. Living abroad and working in international relations for eleven years helped me develop an understanding of the conflicting pressures many clients in our region face when seeking counseling while trying to maintain privacy.
Those suffering from addictions, compulsions, anxiety, and relationship problems often seek help when they are acting in ways that they don’t want to act or thinking in ways that don’t support their best interests.
Once freed from blaming and defending, clients can feel great love for themselves and authentic connections with others. Living abroad and working in international relations for eleven years helped me develop an understanding of the conflicting pressures many clients in our region face when seeking counseling while trying to maintain privacy.

I use interventions from several theoretical approaches including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness techniques, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT).
Hello, my name is Rachel Biesemeyer, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have experience working with children, adolescents and adults from all walks of life. My approach to therapy is founded on building a solid therapeutic relationship and integrating coping skills that are practical and helpful with life's struggles. My client focus ranges from children, adolescents to adults from all walks of life. I have treated individuals with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/shame, mood disorders, ADHD, and ODD.
I use interventions from several theoretical approaches including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness techniques, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT).
Hello, my name is Rachel Biesemeyer, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have experience working with children, adolescents and adults from all walks of life. My approach to therapy is founded on building a solid therapeutic relationship and integrating coping skills that are practical and helpful with life's struggles. My client focus ranges from children, adolescents to adults from all walks of life. I have treated individuals with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/shame, mood disorders, ADHD, and ODD.

I primarily utilize a person-centered and strengths-based approach, as well as incorporate cognitive-behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, solution-focused therapy, mindfulness, and existentialism techniques and interventions.
Life can throw many challenges our way. It takes strength to reach out for help when you recognize that your happiness and well-being have been negatively impacted by such challenges. Through collaboration, I help guide and encourage my clients as they work toward developing a greater understanding of themselves and uncovering solutions for issues affecting their lives. I believe in creating a non-judgmental, safe-space for all clients in which they feel they can be their most authentic selves. You deserve to create and define a life for yourself that feels genuine and fulfilling - I'm here to support you along that journey.
I primarily utilize a person-centered and strengths-based approach, as well as incorporate cognitive-behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, solution-focused therapy, mindfulness, and existentialism techniques and interventions.
Life can throw many challenges our way. It takes strength to reach out for help when you recognize that your happiness and well-being have been negatively impacted by such challenges. Through collaboration, I help guide and encourage my clients as they work toward developing a greater understanding of themselves and uncovering solutions for issues affecting their lives. I believe in creating a non-judgmental, safe-space for all clients in which they feel they can be their most authentic selves. You deserve to create and define a life for yourself that feels genuine and fulfilling - I'm here to support you along that journey.

I provide evidence-based treatment that is informed by each client’s culture, values, and context: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT); Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT); Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT); Exposure Therapy; Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for PTSD; Gottman Method and Integrative Behavioral Couples Therapy.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with a compassionate and down-to-earth style. I use a collaborative approach to help my clients get unstuck from painful cycles and live more satisfying lives. Drawing from CBT and DBT, I teach my clients to manage intense emotions that can cause challenges in relationships and struggles with achieving goals. In my work with teens, I empower young clients to build skills for coping with life’s problems, while providing parents with supportive strategies that lead to more mutually rewarding relationships with their child.
I provide evidence-based treatment that is informed by each client’s culture, values, and context: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT); Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT); Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT); Exposure Therapy; Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for PTSD; Gottman Method and Integrative Behavioral Couples Therapy.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with a compassionate and down-to-earth style. I use a collaborative approach to help my clients get unstuck from painful cycles and live more satisfying lives. Drawing from CBT and DBT, I teach my clients to manage intense emotions that can cause challenges in relationships and struggles with achieving goals. In my work with teens, I empower young clients to build skills for coping with life’s problems, while providing parents with supportive strategies that lead to more mutually rewarding relationships with their child.

I am also a certified yoga instructor, I utilize ACT, CBT, and DBT and I am trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy and can help you resolve trauma in 1-3 sessions.
If you feel like you are struggling to stay present in your life, if you are anxious or depressed, if you have an addiction or just find yourself numbing out, if you have an unhealthy relationship with food or your body, if you feel stuck when it comes to your trauma and how it's affecting you, or if you just want to improve your quality of life and you need a compassionate and dedicated professional to help you - hi, I'm Taz and I'd love to be your new therapist.
I am also a certified yoga instructor, I utilize ACT, CBT, and DBT and I am trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy and can help you resolve trauma in 1-3 sessions.
If you feel like you are struggling to stay present in your life, if you are anxious or depressed, if you have an addiction or just find yourself numbing out, if you have an unhealthy relationship with food or your body, if you feel stuck when it comes to your trauma and how it's affecting you, or if you just want to improve your quality of life and you need a compassionate and dedicated professional to help you - hi, I'm Taz and I'd love to be your new therapist.

I draw from a variety of therapeutic modalities (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, mindfulness-based approaches, EMDR and others) to tailor treatment to your individual needs.
Life can be overwhelming at times, and sometimes, we need a little extra support to navigate challenges. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings and work toward the changes you want.
Whether you're dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, or simply want to explore personal growth, I am here to walk with you on your path toward healing and self discovery.
I draw from a variety of therapeutic modalities (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, mindfulness-based approaches, EMDR and others) to tailor treatment to your individual needs.
Life can be overwhelming at times, and sometimes, we need a little extra support to navigate challenges. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings and work toward the changes you want.
Whether you're dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, or simply want to explore personal growth, I am here to walk with you on your path toward healing and self discovery.

Together, we will look at goals you'd like to achieve and form an actionable plan by balancing acceptance and change while cultivating self-compassion.
Do you feel isolated? Do you have problems making yourself understood by others because of your particular cultural background and living experience? Have you been noticing the need to constantly look for other people’s positive feedback to reassure yourself of your self-worth? Do you still carry the burden of past traumatic encounters that get in the way of your living openly and freely? Do you find yourself battling with negative judgments about yourself or others which make you feel at times hopeless or desperate? You are not alone. In your struggles with pain and depression, there is a proven path to self-love.
Together, we will look at goals you'd like to achieve and form an actionable plan by balancing acceptance and change while cultivating self-compassion.
Do you feel isolated? Do you have problems making yourself understood by others because of your particular cultural background and living experience? Have you been noticing the need to constantly look for other people’s positive feedback to reassure yourself of your self-worth? Do you still carry the burden of past traumatic encounters that get in the way of your living openly and freely? Do you find yourself battling with negative judgments about yourself or others which make you feel at times hopeless or desperate? You are not alone. In your struggles with pain and depression, there is a proven path to self-love.

The approaches I use are CBT, DBT, Solution Focused, Positive, Insight-Oriented, Motivational Interviewing and Acceptance and Commitment therapies.
Welcome to Sondermind! My name is Rachel. I am licensed in the state of Virginia where I have worked in the counseling field since 2014. I received a B.S. in Psychology from Radford University and a Master's in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. I have been fortunate to work with teens, adults, couples and families. I have experience working in both the hospital and outpatient settings. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, mood disorders and adjustment challenges. I offer a warm and non-judgmental atmosphere to help clients formulate a plan to work on goals and create positive change.
The approaches I use are CBT, DBT, Solution Focused, Positive, Insight-Oriented, Motivational Interviewing and Acceptance and Commitment therapies.
Welcome to Sondermind! My name is Rachel. I am licensed in the state of Virginia where I have worked in the counseling field since 2014. I received a B.S. in Psychology from Radford University and a Master's in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. I have been fortunate to work with teens, adults, couples and families. I have experience working in both the hospital and outpatient settings. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, mood disorders and adjustment challenges. I offer a warm and non-judgmental atmosphere to help clients formulate a plan to work on goals and create positive change.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.