Psychoanalytic Therapists in Stafford, VA
My ideal clients are adults who feel overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or emotionally drained and are ready to better understand themselves and create meaningful change. I support individuals navigating trauma, perinatal and postpartum challenges, relationship stress, and major life transitions. As a DBT-certified therapist, I offer a compassionate, personalized approach that combines emotional insight with practical skills. Together, we’ll work on building self-trust, resilience, and healthier coping strategies so you can move forward with greater confidence, clarity, and balance.
My ideal clients are adults who feel overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or emotionally drained and are ready to better understand themselves and create meaningful change. I support individuals navigating trauma, perinatal and postpartum challenges, relationship stress, and major life transitions. As a DBT-certified therapist, I offer a compassionate, personalized approach that combines emotional insight with practical skills. Together, we’ll work on building self-trust, resilience, and healthier coping strategies so you can move forward with greater confidence, clarity, and balance.
I don’t do fluff or expect you to “do therapy right.” If you’re skeptical, resistant, or here because someone else wants you to be, I can work with that. I’m a grounded clinician with experience in crisis response, military/veteran care, and addiction treatment. I primarily work with children, adolescents, young adults, and couples facing anxiety, depression, mood swings, substance use, family conflict, legal issues, and life transitions. I value parental concerns and involvement when appropriate while maintaining a space where clients can be honest, engaged, and invested in their own growth.
I don’t do fluff or expect you to “do therapy right.” If you’re skeptical, resistant, or here because someone else wants you to be, I can work with that. I’m a grounded clinician with experience in crisis response, military/veteran care, and addiction treatment. I primarily work with children, adolescents, young adults, and couples facing anxiety, depression, mood swings, substance use, family conflict, legal issues, and life transitions. I value parental concerns and involvement when appropriate while maintaining a space where clients can be honest, engaged, and invested in their own growth.
I am the owner and sole practitioner of The Hope Connection. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP). I believe that all my clients have the ability to heal and learn restorative skills so that they can have a fulfilling life. My specialty is trauma and I'm trained and certified in EMDR. I utilize many different types of therapeutic methodologies given the issues, nature and personality of my clients.
I am the owner and sole practitioner of The Hope Connection. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP). I believe that all my clients have the ability to heal and learn restorative skills so that they can have a fulfilling life. My specialty is trauma and I'm trained and certified in EMDR. I utilize many different types of therapeutic methodologies given the issues, nature and personality of my clients.
I support adolescent and adult clients as they navigate through daily life challenges and relationships difficulties. My areas of work include, but not limited to, helping clients with life transitions, unlearn and relearn healthier coping strategies to familial patterns, developing new habits, affect regulations, coping with work related stressors, understanding one’s own cultural identity, coping with anxiety and stress from daily life, and managing symptoms of ADHD and trauma responses.
I am also LGBTQ and non-religious friendly.
I support adolescent and adult clients as they navigate through daily life challenges and relationships difficulties. My areas of work include, but not limited to, helping clients with life transitions, unlearn and relearn healthier coping strategies to familial patterns, developing new habits, affect regulations, coping with work related stressors, understanding one’s own cultural identity, coping with anxiety and stress from daily life, and managing symptoms of ADHD and trauma responses.
I am also LGBTQ and non-religious friendly.
Congratulations on starting (or continuing) your counseling journey. I’m here to help. I specialize in working with individuals navigating life transitions and managing mental health challenges. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, or trying to adjust to stressful life changes, I take a client-centered, collaborative approach to therapy, focusing on your unique needs and goals. I welcome you to reach out whenever you feel ready to begin. I’m here to provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where you can be yourself.
Congratulations on starting (or continuing) your counseling journey. I’m here to help. I specialize in working with individuals navigating life transitions and managing mental health challenges. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, or trying to adjust to stressful life changes, I take a client-centered, collaborative approach to therapy, focusing on your unique needs and goals. I welcome you to reach out whenever you feel ready to begin. I’m here to provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where you can be yourself.
I’m here to support you in finding balance and clarity in your life. Together, we’ll uncover your strengths and work toward your personal goals, whether you’re managing stress, anxiety, or simply seeking to improve your overall well-being. My approach is centered on you, using trauma-informed and mindfulness techniques that focus on healing and personal growth.
I’m here to support you in finding balance and clarity in your life. Together, we’ll uncover your strengths and work toward your personal goals, whether you’re managing stress, anxiety, or simply seeking to improve your overall well-being. My approach is centered on you, using trauma-informed and mindfulness techniques that focus on healing and personal growth.
I currently have a waiting list. I wish you well on your journey. My approach to psychotherapy involves "walking with" you on your journey. The journey would include developing increased self awareness and symptom reduction, which would allow for a fuller experience in one's life. One may also experience increased self empathy throughout the journey. I emphasize the importance of each person's unique early and current experiences. Many individuals I have worked with have concerns involving: trauma, attachment, relationships, identity, life transitions, mood, anxiety, dissociative, personality, & reality.
I currently have a waiting list. I wish you well on your journey. My approach to psychotherapy involves "walking with" you on your journey. The journey would include developing increased self awareness and symptom reduction, which would allow for a fuller experience in one's life. One may also experience increased self empathy throughout the journey. I emphasize the importance of each person's unique early and current experiences. Many individuals I have worked with have concerns involving: trauma, attachment, relationships, identity, life transitions, mood, anxiety, dissociative, personality, & reality.
I believe having healthy and whole relationships is both the key to well-being and creating the resiliency we need in facing life's challenges. As a therapist, I work with individuals, couples and families in building effective communication and meaningful connection during times of relational transition, crisis and loss. My approach is wholistic, collaborative and strength based in providing support through difficult times and towards a deeper understanding of themselves and others.
I believe having healthy and whole relationships is both the key to well-being and creating the resiliency we need in facing life's challenges. As a therapist, I work with individuals, couples and families in building effective communication and meaningful connection during times of relational transition, crisis and loss. My approach is wholistic, collaborative and strength based in providing support through difficult times and towards a deeper understanding of themselves and others.
I am a committed mental health professional who helps individuals find balance, confidence, and clarity during life transitions. Using evidence-based approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and insight-oriented techniques, I offer a supportive space to manage anxiety, heal past wounds, and build resilience. My trauma-informed, inclusive care is tailored to your unique story, helping you live with greater purpose and emotional strength.
I am a committed mental health professional who helps individuals find balance, confidence, and clarity during life transitions. Using evidence-based approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and insight-oriented techniques, I offer a supportive space to manage anxiety, heal past wounds, and build resilience. My trauma-informed, inclusive care is tailored to your unique story, helping you live with greater purpose and emotional strength.
Do you desire a safe, secure, and nonjudgmental space to share your story and be heard? Allow me the opportunity to help create that space with you. I look at the world around me and see the need for better. I see a need for those who are struggling from challenges and circumstances to be treated with dignity and respect. It is my belief that no one should be left to carry their burdens alone or feel trapped inside their own minds. I am here to let you know that you are not alone and you are far more than the sum of your struggles, challenges, or circumstances.
Do you desire a safe, secure, and nonjudgmental space to share your story and be heard? Allow me the opportunity to help create that space with you. I look at the world around me and see the need for better. I see a need for those who are struggling from challenges and circumstances to be treated with dignity and respect. It is my belief that no one should be left to carry their burdens alone or feel trapped inside their own minds. I am here to let you know that you are not alone and you are far more than the sum of your struggles, challenges, or circumstances.
Complete Choice Counseling & Wellness Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LSATP, ACS, CCS
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
Your well-being, confidentiality of your information, and confidence in us as your are my top three priorities. We all need a little help working through everyday stressors that become too much for us to handle alone at times. For we were not meant to exist alone but to help build each other up, to help meet and exceed our potential. Going to a Counselor when you feel sad or overwhelmed needs to be as normal as going to the doctor when you're sick. Let's end the stigma about mental health.
Your well-being, confidentiality of your information, and confidence in us as your are my top three priorities. We all need a little help working through everyday stressors that become too much for us to handle alone at times. For we were not meant to exist alone but to help build each other up, to help meet and exceed our potential. Going to a Counselor when you feel sad or overwhelmed needs to be as normal as going to the doctor when you're sick. Let's end the stigma about mental health.
I am not accepting new clients at this time.
I provide online, telehealth counseling for individuals in Virginia. I work with individuals, families, groups, and couples’ of all ages. I work with clients with a wide range of issues, including (but not limited to): Depression, Anxiety, Gender Dysphoria, Racial Identity, Transgender (any age), Self-Esteem, PTSD, and other mental health concerns. I use a variety of therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Play Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Motivational Interviewing.
I am not accepting new clients at this time.
I provide online, telehealth counseling for individuals in Virginia. I work with individuals, families, groups, and couples’ of all ages. I work with clients with a wide range of issues, including (but not limited to): Depression, Anxiety, Gender Dysphoria, Racial Identity, Transgender (any age), Self-Esteem, PTSD, and other mental health concerns. I use a variety of therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Play Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Motivational Interviewing.
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You’re moving through separation or divorce, doing your best to keep it together while quietly falling apart. On the outside, you’re functioning. Inside, you’re overwhelmed by grief, guilt, fear, and the pressure to stay strong. You’re tired of second-guessing every decision and feeling responsible for everyone else’s emotions. You want clarity, steadiness, and a way to feel like yourself again instead of feeling lost or stuck in survival mode.
You’re moving through separation or divorce, doing your best to keep it together while quietly falling apart. On the outside, you’re functioning. Inside, you’re overwhelmed by grief, guilt, fear, and the pressure to stay strong. You’re tired of second-guessing every decision and feeling responsible for everyone else’s emotions. You want clarity, steadiness, and a way to feel like yourself again instead of feeling lost or stuck in survival mode.
Isaac Choi is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Virginia; he is bilingual, speaking both English and conversational Korean. Isaac has graduated from Alliance University (Nyack College). He has a Bachelor’s Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies - Bible and Pastoral, and he holds a Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling.
Isaac Choi is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Virginia; he is bilingual, speaking both English and conversational Korean. Isaac has graduated from Alliance University (Nyack College). He has a Bachelor’s Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies - Bible and Pastoral, and he holds a Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling.
Do you often feel stuck in life but can’t pinpoint what is holding you back? Are you curious or confused about certain behaviors, emotions, or reactions that you're having? Are you motivated to gain a deeper understanding of yourself? I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Virginia, New York, Maryland, and DC with a passion for working with young adults experiencing anxiety, depression, past trauma, and current life stressors.
Do you often feel stuck in life but can’t pinpoint what is holding you back? Are you curious or confused about certain behaviors, emotions, or reactions that you're having? Are you motivated to gain a deeper understanding of yourself? I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Virginia, New York, Maryland, and DC with a passion for working with young adults experiencing anxiety, depression, past trauma, and current life stressors.
Working in various hospital and mental health settings, I have extensive experience working with individuals. Valuing emotional safety, compassion, and empathy, I work collaboratively with clients to achieve their goals. Recognizing the importance of the therapeutic relationship, I work alongside clients to identify, understand and work through personal challenges. This includes anxiety, depression, grief, PTSD, Trauma, postpartum/perinatal mental health, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Believing evidence informs practice, I understand that it is the individual who is the expert of their experience.
Working in various hospital and mental health settings, I have extensive experience working with individuals. Valuing emotional safety, compassion, and empathy, I work collaboratively with clients to achieve their goals. Recognizing the importance of the therapeutic relationship, I work alongside clients to identify, understand and work through personal challenges. This includes anxiety, depression, grief, PTSD, Trauma, postpartum/perinatal mental health, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Believing evidence informs practice, I understand that it is the individual who is the expert of their experience.
I am offering telehealth services only. The purpose of therapy, as opposed to just talking with a friend or family member, is to facilitate personal and professional growth. This growth is typically most needed in the areas of relationships, mood, performance and an overall improved integration of one's identity and values. In order to make growth possible, one must feel safe in an objective, confidential environment. My primary goal is to offer a safe and supportive place for change. Throughout the entire process, I will encourage, guide, challenge and support you in making the changes you deem to be right for you.
I am offering telehealth services only. The purpose of therapy, as opposed to just talking with a friend or family member, is to facilitate personal and professional growth. This growth is typically most needed in the areas of relationships, mood, performance and an overall improved integration of one's identity and values. In order to make growth possible, one must feel safe in an objective, confidential environment. My primary goal is to offer a safe and supportive place for change. Throughout the entire process, I will encourage, guide, challenge and support you in making the changes you deem to be right for you.
I specialize in working with adults and adolescents who are struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, attachment concerns, disordered eating, boundary/ communication limitations, and issues involving gender and sexuality Identity. I also enjoy working with those navigating transitions such as young adulthood, career changes , pregnancy and motherhood/ Parenting.
I specialize in working with adults and adolescents who are struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, attachment concerns, disordered eating, boundary/ communication limitations, and issues involving gender and sexuality Identity. I also enjoy working with those navigating transitions such as young adulthood, career changes , pregnancy and motherhood/ Parenting.
At EverWhen Therapy, we help clients navigate the emotions and challenges of daily life by building on their personal strengths. During times of high stress, support and self-care are essential to restoring balance and improving overall well-being.
We will explore healthy ways to cope, process new experiences, and recognize the strengths they already possess. Creating a strong therapeutic connection is a top priority—we provide a safe, welcoming space where clients feel heard, respected, and free to express themselves creatively or verbally.
At EverWhen Therapy, we help clients navigate the emotions and challenges of daily life by building on their personal strengths. During times of high stress, support and self-care are essential to restoring balance and improving overall well-being.
We will explore healthy ways to cope, process new experiences, and recognize the strengths they already possess. Creating a strong therapeutic connection is a top priority—we provide a safe, welcoming space where clients feel heard, respected, and free to express themselves creatively or verbally.
I applaud you for taking your first step towards your healing process, and I would love to work with you every step of the way. Life isn't always easy and sometimes, even the strongest people among us, need a little help through some of life's most challenging problems. As a Air Force veteran, I understand the challenges trauma can bring and difficult life transitions. My role as a counselor is to help you process, support, encourage, empower and begin the steps to helping you feel better and happier. My goal is to bring inspiration, perspective, and healing to all who are looking for help.
I applaud you for taking your first step towards your healing process, and I would love to work with you every step of the way. Life isn't always easy and sometimes, even the strongest people among us, need a little help through some of life's most challenging problems. As a Air Force veteran, I understand the challenges trauma can bring and difficult life transitions. My role as a counselor is to help you process, support, encourage, empower and begin the steps to helping you feel better and happier. My goal is to bring inspiration, perspective, and healing to all who are looking for help.
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Psychoanalytic Therapists
Does psychoanalytic therapy work?
Psychoanalytic therapy derives from the work of Sigmund Freud. In this type of therapy, discovering buried thoughts and emotions from the unconscious will help a person work through their difficulties and negative behaviors. Research shows that psychoanalytic therapy can be highly effective, with patients reporting improvement in mood, quality of life, and overall well-being.
How long are people typically in psychoanalytic therapy?
Traditional psychoanalysis is in-depth and is conducted in five sessions every week. Today, modern psychoanalytic therapy is less intense and normally incorporates as few as one or two sessions a week. In some cases, positive change can occur quickly. However, if the condition, difficulty, or behavior is deep-seated, improvement may require many months or years of therapy.
Is psychoanalytic therapy suitable for young people?
Children and adolescents can benefit from this type of therapy. Many kids and teens are often unable to form and communicate their thoughts and emotions. Psychoanalytic therapy uses specific techniques such as dream analysis, symbolism, and free association or word association; all of which can be useful tools for less-communicative young people. Through this therapy, a patient will hopefully make connections between what they feel inside and how the world works outside.
Can psychoanalytic therapy be done online?
Modern-day psychoanalytic therapy is very different from traditional psychoanalysis. While an individual can sit face-to-face with the psychoanalyst for multiple sessions a week, they do not have to. Today, psychoanalytic therapy can be effectively conducted online or by phone. The key is that the individual confronts what is repressed and avoided, and this can be done whether in person or over online video.