Sentara Health Plans Therapists in Oakton, VA
Are you experiencing lies, abuse, and disrespect in your home or family or even at work? The early promises of life might now seem illusory, and you feel trapped under a mountain of shame, regret, anger, self-recrimination, and confusion. You're paralyzed by not knowing what to do, or perhaps, how to do it. You imagine your desired freedom or empowerment will negatively affect those you love. It's as if you are a fading shadow of who you once thought yourself to be and fear that someday, your shadow will be blotted out entirely. Your children, relatives, friends, neighbors, and co-workers have no idea of your desperation.
Are you experiencing lies, abuse, and disrespect in your home or family or even at work? The early promises of life might now seem illusory, and you feel trapped under a mountain of shame, regret, anger, self-recrimination, and confusion. You're paralyzed by not knowing what to do, or perhaps, how to do it. You imagine your desired freedom or empowerment will negatively affect those you love. It's as if you are a fading shadow of who you once thought yourself to be and fear that someday, your shadow will be blotted out entirely. Your children, relatives, friends, neighbors, and co-workers have no idea of your desperation.
Remember the good old days when you could call a business and actually speak directly with someone, rather than having to leave a VM or navigate through a series of frustrating prompts that get you nowhere? That sums up how we treat our clients at Psychological and Life Skills Associates. Clients come first. Fondly known as “PALS” for short, we are proudly celebrating our 38th year here in the DMV. With office locations in Oakton, Woodbridge, and Fredericksburg, we have been the leading practice in NoVA for nearly four decades.
Remember the good old days when you could call a business and actually speak directly with someone, rather than having to leave a VM or navigate through a series of frustrating prompts that get you nowhere? That sums up how we treat our clients at Psychological and Life Skills Associates. Clients come first. Fondly known as “PALS” for short, we are proudly celebrating our 38th year here in the DMV. With office locations in Oakton, Woodbridge, and Fredericksburg, we have been the leading practice in NoVA for nearly four decades.
If you’re looking for a supportive, engaging space for your child or teen, I offer therapy that meets them where they are. Using play-based and developmentally appropriate approaches, I help young people express themselves, build coping skills, and work through challenges in a way that feels safe and natural. My clinical work focuses on creating connection, fostering resilience, and helping your child grow with confidence while partnering with caregivers and families every step of the way.
If you’re looking for a supportive, engaging space for your child or teen, I offer therapy that meets them where they are. Using play-based and developmentally appropriate approaches, I help young people express themselves, build coping skills, and work through challenges in a way that feels safe and natural. My clinical work focuses on creating connection, fostering resilience, and helping your child grow with confidence while partnering with caregivers and families every step of the way.
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I'm so glad you're here! I believe that we all have the potential to be our best selves, and it is my honor and privilege to help you get there. I am a licensed professional counselor with 16 years of experience in the mental health field. I am also a licensed Substance Abuse practitioner and certified sex offender treatment provider. I have extensive training and experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. My therapy practice is based on cognitive-behavioral principles from a client-centered perspective. As a therapist, I aim to help you rediscover your life's balance.
I'm so glad you're here! I believe that we all have the potential to be our best selves, and it is my honor and privilege to help you get there. I am a licensed professional counselor with 16 years of experience in the mental health field. I am also a licensed Substance Abuse practitioner and certified sex offender treatment provider. I have extensive training and experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. My therapy practice is based on cognitive-behavioral principles from a client-centered perspective. As a therapist, I aim to help you rediscover your life's balance.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Virginia with over 20 years of experience helping individuals who have experienced trauma that has impacted their lives. I believe that personal issues often stem from various factors, including home environment, family dynamics, and childhood trauma.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Virginia with over 20 years of experience helping individuals who have experienced trauma that has impacted their lives. I believe that personal issues often stem from various factors, including home environment, family dynamics, and childhood trauma.
Are you struggling with relationships, managing expectations, or your sense of self? Connections and attachments can be some of the most rewarding aspects of life, yet they can also be deeply challenging. Anxiety, depression, and unresolved trauma can add to these challenges. I am here to work with you to explore how past experiences may be influencing current patterns of behavior and interpersonal dynamics.
Are you struggling with relationships, managing expectations, or your sense of self? Connections and attachments can be some of the most rewarding aspects of life, yet they can also be deeply challenging. Anxiety, depression, and unresolved trauma can add to these challenges. I am here to work with you to explore how past experiences may be influencing current patterns of behavior and interpersonal dynamics.
Scarlet Lovejoy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
3 Endorsed
Leesburg, VA 20175
Waitlist for new clients
I provide services to individuals who are looking to explore the vulnerable parts of themselves using a person-centered, humanistic, and trauma-informed approach. I believe in meeting a client wherever they are in the healing process and promoting healing and growth in every aspect of the client’s life.
I provide services to individuals who are looking to explore the vulnerable parts of themselves using a person-centered, humanistic, and trauma-informed approach. I believe in meeting a client wherever they are in the healing process and promoting healing and growth in every aspect of the client’s life.
We serve children, adolescents, adults and families with a wide variety of issues including but not limited to: depression, anxiety and panic symptoms, post-traumatic stress, anger issues, obsessive-compulsive issues, grief and loss, self-harm, issues related to attachment, co-occurring disorders, aggression, attention deficits and other behavioral concerns, as well as familial and relational issues.
We serve children, adolescents, adults and families with a wide variety of issues including but not limited to: depression, anxiety and panic symptoms, post-traumatic stress, anger issues, obsessive-compulsive issues, grief and loss, self-harm, issues related to attachment, co-occurring disorders, aggression, attention deficits and other behavioral concerns, as well as familial and relational issues.
I am Wendy Couch, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 8 years of clinical experience. I work with young adults, adults, and geriatrics and have experience in a variety of clinical settings, including community mental health and the VA Department of Corrections. I have worked with individuals who have depression, bipolar disorder, generalized anxiety, and substance and alcohol use disorders. I also have experience working with individuals experiencing major life transitions, including divorce, occupational changes, grief, and stress.
I am Wendy Couch, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 8 years of clinical experience. I work with young adults, adults, and geriatrics and have experience in a variety of clinical settings, including community mental health and the VA Department of Corrections. I have worked with individuals who have depression, bipolar disorder, generalized anxiety, and substance and alcohol use disorders. I also have experience working with individuals experiencing major life transitions, including divorce, occupational changes, grief, and stress.
I work with individuals and families from diverse backgrounds, including children, adolescents, young, middle-aged, older adults navigating different stages of life. My therapy approach is rooted in collaborative approach to support strong individuals facing relationship challenges, work-related stress, marriage and divorce, caregiver burnout, and grief. I strive to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you would feel truly heard and empowered to explore challenges and growth at a pace that feels right for you.
I work with individuals and families from diverse backgrounds, including children, adolescents, young, middle-aged, older adults navigating different stages of life. My therapy approach is rooted in collaborative approach to support strong individuals facing relationship challenges, work-related stress, marriage and divorce, caregiver burnout, and grief. I strive to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you would feel truly heard and empowered to explore challenges and growth at a pace that feels right for you.
I am in-network for Anthem/BCBS and Sentara as well as both of their Medicaid plans.
I love to work with people who are ready to explore their stories in a safe, compassionate space. My hope is to be an empathetic witness for my clients to explore their stories, process pain, and experience hope.
I am in-network for Anthem/BCBS and Sentara as well as both of their Medicaid plans.
I love to work with people who are ready to explore their stories in a safe, compassionate space. My hope is to be an empathetic witness for my clients to explore their stories, process pain, and experience hope.
Taking the first step toward therapy is an investment in your well-being, and I am honored to support you on that journey. My goal is to provide a warm, compassionate, and supportive environment where individuals, couples, and families can feel heard, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change.
Taking the first step toward therapy is an investment in your well-being, and I am honored to support you on that journey. My goal is to provide a warm, compassionate, and supportive environment where individuals, couples, and families can feel heard, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change.
I believe in a strength-based approach that is holistic, integrative and client-centered. I provide a non-judgmental and compassionate atmosphere in which clients can safely explore and work through feelings, thoughts, images and beliefs that may be keeping them stuck.
I believe in a strength-based approach that is holistic, integrative and client-centered. I provide a non-judgmental and compassionate atmosphere in which clients can safely explore and work through feelings, thoughts, images and beliefs that may be keeping them stuck.
I work with individuals and couples who feel stuck in cycles of emotional reactivity, conflict, or relationship stress often alongside anxiety, ADHD-related challenges, or long-standing personality patterns. Many of my clients have spent years feeling misunderstood or frustrated with themselves, especially when emotions feel intense or hard to manage.
Together, we work on understanding these patterns and then building emotional regulation, communication skills, and boundaries that actually work. My approach is neurodivergent-affirming, practical, and collaborative to create change that feels realistic and sustainable.
I work with individuals and couples who feel stuck in cycles of emotional reactivity, conflict, or relationship stress often alongside anxiety, ADHD-related challenges, or long-standing personality patterns. Many of my clients have spent years feeling misunderstood or frustrated with themselves, especially when emotions feel intense or hard to manage.
Together, we work on understanding these patterns and then building emotional regulation, communication skills, and boundaries that actually work. My approach is neurodivergent-affirming, practical, and collaborative to create change that feels realistic and sustainable.
Seeking support can feel overwhelming, and I’m glad you’re here. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia and DC, as well as a Registered Art Therapist and Approved Clinical Supervisor. I provide individual therapy and Art Therapy. I take a collaborative approach, meeting you where you are and tailoring treatment to your needs.
Seeking support can feel overwhelming, and I’m glad you’re here. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia and DC, as well as a Registered Art Therapist and Approved Clinical Supervisor. I provide individual therapy and Art Therapy. I take a collaborative approach, meeting you where you are and tailoring treatment to your needs.
Does this sound like you? “Argggg I can’t take it anymore!” Most of us experience feelings of stress and uncertainty, and could use a sympathetic ear. The chaos of family life, work life, and social life can pose a strain on our mental well-being. No matter what you are going through, you have a friend here at the Center for Counseling Families. Our therapist are here to support you during life's challenges. Our goal is to help you cultivate a positive overall sense of well-being.
We specialize in Psychological evaluations including: Autism, Immigration, Medical, and more.
Does this sound like you? “Argggg I can’t take it anymore!” Most of us experience feelings of stress and uncertainty, and could use a sympathetic ear. The chaos of family life, work life, and social life can pose a strain on our mental well-being. No matter what you are going through, you have a friend here at the Center for Counseling Families. Our therapist are here to support you during life's challenges. Our goal is to help you cultivate a positive overall sense of well-being.
We specialize in Psychological evaluations including: Autism, Immigration, Medical, and more.
If you're reading this, you might be going through a difficult time, or simply searching for a space to reflect, grow, and reconnect with yourself. Either way, I’m glad you’re here. My ideal client is someone who is ready to face the uncomfortable truths in their life with honesty and courage, even if they feel uncertain or overwhelmed. They may be navigating depression, anxiety, past trauma, or strained relationships, and they’re often carrying a quiet sense that something in their life isn’t aligned with who they truly are.
If you're reading this, you might be going through a difficult time, or simply searching for a space to reflect, grow, and reconnect with yourself. Either way, I’m glad you’re here. My ideal client is someone who is ready to face the uncomfortable truths in their life with honesty and courage, even if they feel uncertain or overwhelmed. They may be navigating depression, anxiety, past trauma, or strained relationships, and they’re often carrying a quiet sense that something in their life isn’t aligned with who they truly are.
Our practice accepts Aetna, Anthem, Anthem HealthKeepers, BlueCross and BlueShield, Medicaid, Sentara Health Plans, Out of Network coverage, and self-pay.
If you're navigating anxiety, depression, past trauma, or simply need a space to feel heard, you're not alone. I specialize in working with teens and young adults, creating a warm, non-judgmental space for healing. My approach is holistic and person-centered, integrating mind, body, and spirit to support emotional balance and personal growth.
Our practice accepts Aetna, Anthem, Anthem HealthKeepers, BlueCross and BlueShield, Medicaid, Sentara Health Plans, Out of Network coverage, and self-pay.
If you're navigating anxiety, depression, past trauma, or simply need a space to feel heard, you're not alone. I specialize in working with teens and young adults, creating a warm, non-judgmental space for healing. My approach is holistic and person-centered, integrating mind, body, and spirit to support emotional balance and personal growth.
Kelly M. Copley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CCTP-II
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
It is not easy to ask for help, but in working with me you will find a safe, compassionate, and accepting space that fosters growth and personal development. For over 16 years now, I’ve had the honor, privilege, and opportunity to use my training, skills, and experience to try to make a positive difference in the lives of many people, from many different walks of life. By meeting people where they are, and not where they are expected to be, I empower my clients to lift themselves up. I help my clients turn difficulties into opportunities for personal growth and a more satisfying and rewarding life through promoting positive change.
It is not easy to ask for help, but in working with me you will find a safe, compassionate, and accepting space that fosters growth and personal development. For over 16 years now, I’ve had the honor, privilege, and opportunity to use my training, skills, and experience to try to make a positive difference in the lives of many people, from many different walks of life. By meeting people where they are, and not where they are expected to be, I empower my clients to lift themselves up. I help my clients turn difficulties into opportunities for personal growth and a more satisfying and rewarding life through promoting positive change.
Helping children and adult survivors of abuse and trauma has been my heart for many years. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, self-esteem, dating issues or parenting issues, I am here with practical, evidence-based techniques and care to help you. I have worked with all ages from infants to adults.
Helping children and adult survivors of abuse and trauma has been my heart for many years. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, self-esteem, dating issues or parenting issues, I am here with practical, evidence-based techniques and care to help you. I have worked with all ages from infants to adults.


