Domestic Abuse Therapists in Reston, VA
Welcome to a compassionate and transformative therapeutic journey. I offer a cognitive behavioral modality of therapy that is enriched with a person-centered approach, ensuring that each session is tailored to your unique needs. My goal is to empower you by actively involving you in your own healing process, creating a warm and supportive environment where you feel heard and valued. One of my passions is helping clients understand how previous trauma impacts the brain. With extensive experience working with individuals affected by trauma, I provide invaluable insights and therapeutic techniques to support your healing and recovery.
Welcome to a compassionate and transformative therapeutic journey. I offer a cognitive behavioral modality of therapy that is enriched with a person-centered approach, ensuring that each session is tailored to your unique needs. My goal is to empower you by actively involving you in your own healing process, creating a warm and supportive environment where you feel heard and valued. One of my passions is helping clients understand how previous trauma impacts the brain. With extensive experience working with individuals affected by trauma, I provide invaluable insights and therapeutic techniques to support your healing and recovery.
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I have been in the counseling field for over 30 years! I specialize in trauma therapy and relational issues. I have extensive experience with anxiety and depressive disorders, codependency, and women's issues. I encourage clients to use their strengths to combat sabotaging beliefs & find new ways of coping and grounding. I provide a customized treatment approach for the unique needs of each client. I integrate traditional & current therapy techniques to help clients make lasting, positive changes. My clients report greater confidence, restored relationships, increased emotional support from within, and more happiness.
I have been in the counseling field for over 30 years! I specialize in trauma therapy and relational issues. I have extensive experience with anxiety and depressive disorders, codependency, and women's issues. I encourage clients to use their strengths to combat sabotaging beliefs & find new ways of coping and grounding. I provide a customized treatment approach for the unique needs of each client. I integrate traditional & current therapy techniques to help clients make lasting, positive changes. My clients report greater confidence, restored relationships, increased emotional support from within, and more happiness.
In each of us there is a drive to move towards wholeness. Sometimes we require assistance to unblock that which slows our movement towards balance. Engaging in therapy is a sign of resilience in the face of personal struggles. Courage is walking through your fears to make a difference. By engaging in a strong and empathetic relationship, we will work to uncover the motivations and thoughts that are preventing you from living your life to the fullest. I educate my clients to utilize innovative strategies that capture the extraordinary power that comes from within to facilitate the changes you seek.
In each of us there is a drive to move towards wholeness. Sometimes we require assistance to unblock that which slows our movement towards balance. Engaging in therapy is a sign of resilience in the face of personal struggles. Courage is walking through your fears to make a difference. By engaging in a strong and empathetic relationship, we will work to uncover the motivations and thoughts that are preventing you from living your life to the fullest. I educate my clients to utilize innovative strategies that capture the extraordinary power that comes from within to facilitate the changes you seek.
Initially, therapy can help us learn skills to cope with our anxious or painful feelings. It can help us manage stressful situations and feel more stable. Then therapy provides a safe place where together we can dig deeper to discover the causes of our feelings. Through the therapeutic relationship we become aware. The awareness glares so bright that change is inevitable.
Initially, therapy can help us learn skills to cope with our anxious or painful feelings. It can help us manage stressful situations and feel more stable. Then therapy provides a safe place where together we can dig deeper to discover the causes of our feelings. Through the therapeutic relationship we become aware. The awareness glares so bright that change is inevitable.
Are you an individual that struggles with self doubt and worth and feel that you have not recognized your full potential? Or have you struggled with overcoming negative self talk moments while navigating through life's obstacles? Maybe your goals would be to explore the origin of those negative thoughts and how to change that to a positive coping strategy to address these concerns. You're drained from feeling stuck and want to move to a better position to achieve your full potential.
Are you an individual that struggles with self doubt and worth and feel that you have not recognized your full potential? Or have you struggled with overcoming negative self talk moments while navigating through life's obstacles? Maybe your goals would be to explore the origin of those negative thoughts and how to change that to a positive coping strategy to address these concerns. You're drained from feeling stuck and want to move to a better position to achieve your full potential.
If you’re struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, domestic abuse, or relationship challenges, you are not alone.
I use an eclectic, evidence-based approach, combining tools from CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, trauma-informed care, and strengths-based strategies. This means I tailor each session to your unique personality, goals, and situation, helping you develop practical tools to manage emotions, improve relationships, and navigate life’s challenges.
If you’re struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, domestic abuse, or relationship challenges, you are not alone.
I use an eclectic, evidence-based approach, combining tools from CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, trauma-informed care, and strengths-based strategies. This means I tailor each session to your unique personality, goals, and situation, helping you develop practical tools to manage emotions, improve relationships, and navigate life’s challenges.
Hello, I'm Annisha Dunaway. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I came to this work not only from training but from a lifetime of experience—as a veteran, military spouse, mother, daughter, and sister. I understand firsthand how challenging life can be—how deeply we all need support that is compassionate, judgment-free, and motivating. My goal is to create a space where you feel seen, heard, and empowered to keep moving forward. Your story matters here, and I’m here to walk alongside you—no judgment, just honest, supportive partnership.
Hello, I'm Annisha Dunaway. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I came to this work not only from training but from a lifetime of experience—as a veteran, military spouse, mother, daughter, and sister. I understand firsthand how challenging life can be—how deeply we all need support that is compassionate, judgment-free, and motivating. My goal is to create a space where you feel seen, heard, and empowered to keep moving forward. Your story matters here, and I’m here to walk alongside you—no judgment, just honest, supportive partnership.
Everyone’s story is different—and yours deserves to be heard. I provide a warm, judgment-free space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and goals at your own pace. My approach is rooted in empathy, collaboration, and genuine care, helping you uncover what’s holding you back and build practical strategies to move forward with confidence and clarity.
I believe in the power of a strong therapeutic alliance, where trust and open communication are central to our work together. You will have the opportunity to gain insight, set and achieve personal goals, foster resilience and enhance emotional regulation. I strive to create an
Everyone’s story is different—and yours deserves to be heard. I provide a warm, judgment-free space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and goals at your own pace. My approach is rooted in empathy, collaboration, and genuine care, helping you uncover what’s holding you back and build practical strategies to move forward with confidence and clarity.
I believe in the power of a strong therapeutic alliance, where trust and open communication are central to our work together. You will have the opportunity to gain insight, set and achieve personal goals, foster resilience and enhance emotional regulation. I strive to create an
You may be capable, driven, and dependable—yet internally feel anxious, overwhelmed, or emotionally exhausted. Burnout, perfectionism, relationship strain, or past experiences may still shape how you respond to stress. You’re not looking for quick fixes or surface-level coping. You want clarity, emotional steadiness, confidence, and meaningful progress. You’re ready to understand yourself more deeply and take intentional steps toward a grounded, empowered life.
You may be capable, driven, and dependable—yet internally feel anxious, overwhelmed, or emotionally exhausted. Burnout, perfectionism, relationship strain, or past experiences may still shape how you respond to stress. You’re not looking for quick fixes or surface-level coping. You want clarity, emotional steadiness, confidence, and meaningful progress. You’re ready to understand yourself more deeply and take intentional steps toward a grounded, empowered life.
I am in- network with Anthem BCBS & Kaiser Permanente. If you or your child are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, you're not alone—and you don’t have to face it alone. I work with clients and couples navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and life transitions. Using evidence-based therapy and body-based practices, I help you heal in mind, body, and spirit. Together, we’ll create a safe space for growth, resilience, and lasting change. I know the importance of culturally sensitive therapy and I enjoy supporting BIPOC individuals. I incorporate faith and spirituality into therapy if requested.
I am in- network with Anthem BCBS & Kaiser Permanente. If you or your child are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, you're not alone—and you don’t have to face it alone. I work with clients and couples navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and life transitions. Using evidence-based therapy and body-based practices, I help you heal in mind, body, and spirit. Together, we’ll create a safe space for growth, resilience, and lasting change. I know the importance of culturally sensitive therapy and I enjoy supporting BIPOC individuals. I incorporate faith and spirituality into therapy if requested.
My work focuses on those navigating grief, trauma, interpersonal violence, life transitions, marital issues, and the lasting impact of experiences such as war, immigration, and incarceration.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Therapist, Nationally Certified Counselor, and Board Approved Supervisor for LPC and LMFT residents in Virginia. Fluent in English, Arabic, and Tigrinya, I provide culturally sensitive, trauma-informed, evidence-based care for individuals and couples. I help clients navigate trauma, depression, anxiety, anger, and life transitions, using advanced trauma-focused training to offer a compassionate, safe, and empowering space for meaningful healing and growth
My work focuses on those navigating grief, trauma, interpersonal violence, life transitions, marital issues, and the lasting impact of experiences such as war, immigration, and incarceration.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Therapist, Nationally Certified Counselor, and Board Approved Supervisor for LPC and LMFT residents in Virginia. Fluent in English, Arabic, and Tigrinya, I provide culturally sensitive, trauma-informed, evidence-based care for individuals and couples. I help clients navigate trauma, depression, anxiety, anger, and life transitions, using advanced trauma-focused training to offer a compassionate, safe, and empowering space for meaningful healing and growth
At Path to Peace Psychotherapy in Reston, we are trauma therapists specializing in complex trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, attachment wounds, anger issues & grief. Using EMDR, IFS, somatic therapy, mindfulness, DBT & sand tray therapy, we take a collaborative, relational, and mind-body approach to healing. We recognize that trauma impacts both the nervous system and relationships, and that healing often involves grieving both what was lost and what was never received. Our goal is to help children, teens, adults, and families build resilience, strengthen connections, reconnect with their inner resources, and create lasting change.
At Path to Peace Psychotherapy in Reston, we are trauma therapists specializing in complex trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, attachment wounds, anger issues & grief. Using EMDR, IFS, somatic therapy, mindfulness, DBT & sand tray therapy, we take a collaborative, relational, and mind-body approach to healing. We recognize that trauma impacts both the nervous system and relationships, and that healing often involves grieving both what was lost and what was never received. Our goal is to help children, teens, adults, and families build resilience, strengthen connections, reconnect with their inner resources, and create lasting change.
Hello, I am Patricia Clark, a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia, a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, a doctoral candidate in traumatology, and the founder of D.I.V.A. Counseling & Consulting. For more than 10 years, I have walked alongside individuals, couples, families, and organizations as they heal from the weight of what life has handed them. If you have been doing everything right on the outside, showing up, pushing through, holding it all together, but quietly feeling exhausted, disconnected, or like you have lost yourself somewhere along the way, you are not alone. What you are experiencing is common today.
Hello, I am Patricia Clark, a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia, a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, a doctoral candidate in traumatology, and the founder of D.I.V.A. Counseling & Consulting. For more than 10 years, I have walked alongside individuals, couples, families, and organizations as they heal from the weight of what life has handed them. If you have been doing everything right on the outside, showing up, pushing through, holding it all together, but quietly feeling exhausted, disconnected, or like you have lost yourself somewhere along the way, you are not alone. What you are experiencing is common today.
Accepting new clients! I provide a compassionate, supportive space where clients can safely explore depression, trauma, anxiety, relationship challenges or daily stressors- My approach is trauma-informed, person-centered, and focused on helping clients to better understand underlying patterns, while building healthy coping tools and emotional resilience. I try to provide a safe environment, educational tools, and gentle guidance to help the client work toward healing, self-awareness, and meaningful, lasting change.
Accepting new clients! I provide a compassionate, supportive space where clients can safely explore depression, trauma, anxiety, relationship challenges or daily stressors- My approach is trauma-informed, person-centered, and focused on helping clients to better understand underlying patterns, while building healthy coping tools and emotional resilience. I try to provide a safe environment, educational tools, and gentle guidance to help the client work toward healing, self-awareness, and meaningful, lasting change.
I work with clients who are experiencing: depression, anxiety, mood disorders, substance abuse issues, anger management, parent-child conflict, trauma and work related issues.
Are you having difficulty with the relationships in your life? Are you struggling to make progress with your goals? Is it hard for you to find meaning in your daily living? I firmly believe that before any psychological theory or technique can be helpful, a therapeutic relationship must be established. I see the relationship between a client and therapist as a collaborative partnership. Whether you are an adult, adolescent, or family, I seek to create a safe, caring, and non-judgmental environment for us to explore identity, patterns, choices, and opportunities for growth and change.
I work with clients who are experiencing: depression, anxiety, mood disorders, substance abuse issues, anger management, parent-child conflict, trauma and work related issues.
Are you having difficulty with the relationships in your life? Are you struggling to make progress with your goals? Is it hard for you to find meaning in your daily living? I firmly believe that before any psychological theory or technique can be helpful, a therapeutic relationship must be established. I see the relationship between a client and therapist as a collaborative partnership. Whether you are an adult, adolescent, or family, I seek to create a safe, caring, and non-judgmental environment for us to explore identity, patterns, choices, and opportunities for growth and change.
Columbia Mental Health is an outpatient mental health care provider dedicated to serving Virginia, Maryland, and the local area of Reston. At our Reston clinic we provide a broad array of services including psychotherapy, group therapy, child & adolescent therapy, child & adolescent psychiatry, adult psychiatry, and medication management.
Columbia Mental Health is an outpatient mental health care provider dedicated to serving Virginia, Maryland, and the local area of Reston. At our Reston clinic we provide a broad array of services including psychotherapy, group therapy, child & adolescent therapy, child & adolescent psychiatry, adult psychiatry, and medication management.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s in Social Work and 4 years of experience providing therapy in outpatient settings, both in person and via telehealth. I’ve also worked with youth and families in home-based settings for two years. My clinical focus includes anxiety, depression, self-harm, and support for the LGBTQ+ community.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s in Social Work and 4 years of experience providing therapy in outpatient settings, both in person and via telehealth. I’ve also worked with youth and families in home-based settings for two years. My clinical focus includes anxiety, depression, self-harm, and support for the LGBTQ+ community.
If you experience overwhelming anxiety loops, feel the weight of grief, or are impacted by trauma - I might be a good fit for you. I can help by pointing out patterns or themes that I notice, explore how and why the brain is wired the way it is, and help you build up armor to face whatever life throws at you. A typical session with me includes talking, cursing, crying, laughing, challenging, questioning, and a whole lot of compassion.
If you experience overwhelming anxiety loops, feel the weight of grief, or are impacted by trauma - I might be a good fit for you. I can help by pointing out patterns or themes that I notice, explore how and why the brain is wired the way it is, and help you build up armor to face whatever life throws at you. A typical session with me includes talking, cursing, crying, laughing, challenging, questioning, and a whole lot of compassion.
The ideal client is a client that is ready to embrace change; both emotionally and behaviorally. Clients that work with Dr. Young can expect to clearly identify the specific life challenges that led them into the therapeutic environment in the first place. Secondly, the client will strategically explore how those challenges are currently impacting their mental health, well-being, and overall quality of life. The primary goal is to dispel any angst regarding the treatment process, to identify their unique
needs, to create a safe & warm therapeutic environment, & to collaboratively create a comprehensive plan for long-term growth.
The ideal client is a client that is ready to embrace change; both emotionally and behaviorally. Clients that work with Dr. Young can expect to clearly identify the specific life challenges that led them into the therapeutic environment in the first place. Secondly, the client will strategically explore how those challenges are currently impacting their mental health, well-being, and overall quality of life. The primary goal is to dispel any angst regarding the treatment process, to identify their unique
needs, to create a safe & warm therapeutic environment, & to collaboratively create a comprehensive plan for long-term growth.
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Domestic Abuse Therapists
What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognize that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.
When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.
What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.
How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.