Therapists in Virginia

I provide individual counseling services for adolescents 16 and older and adults who are experiencing chaos, pain, confusion, or who feel something is absent in their life. I work with you to increase your own self-awareness and utilize your strengths to create the positive growth you desire. I provide support, honesty, compassion, and encouragement as you go through your journey of growth and healing.

Cynthia utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-centered and Mindfulness approaches as well as others to meet the needs of her clients. She has extensive training in Neurotherapy and Trauma. She has supported individuals working through ADHD, anxiety, attachment, autism, autoimmunity, chronic pain and illness, depression, development, gender, grief/loss, migraine, PTSD, relationships, self-esteem, sexuality, somatic issues, stress, suicide, transitions, trauma (emotional, physical, sexual) and women's issues.

I welcome you to feel supported, uplifted and understood at our agency Release it Counseling! I am therapist who knows how it feels to lack support, confidence and understanding in the most important times in your life. My goal is that I help to support, uplift & understand you, helping you to overcome trauma, stagnation, abuse and more. You don’t have to walk these challenging circumstances alone. From others bad decisions or even our own, we can find ourselves in ruts that can keep us bound to sadness, worry, fear and much more. But when you have the right tools, support and a clear vision, you can strike down any Goliath!

I support individuals in building a bridge to a place within where they feel a deep sense of connection. I provide a gentle, compassionate presence for you to explore your inner experience—your emotions, thoughts, memories, and physical feelings. We work collaboratively to illuminate and integrate both conscious and unconscious experiences to achieve more congruence. I hold great respect for all aspects of your identity, your beliefs, and the wisdom you have for your own life.

Teletherapy services offered in the states of Virginia and New Hampshire. If you strip away all the buzz phrases and five dollar words, at the end of the day, therapy boils down to a conversation about what is meaningful to you in life at this exact moment in time. As a seasoned therapist with over twenty five years of mental health experience, I seek to offer insight, support, and alliance with you as we explore what brings you to therapy and help you find your own answers. With a balance of straight forward observation and compassion, we will collaborate together to help you gain a sense of control and serenity in your life.

You've come to this site for a reason. Maybe it's for assistance with depression, communication, anger management, trauma, or you may be looking for someone to help your loved one. No matter the reason, you have made a big step in wanting a better life and that is an investment worth taking. As a practice with a diverse group of therapist, we have experience in an array of specialties to help assist with living your best life.

I work with individuals and couples and specialize in treating depression, anxiety, loss and grief, life transition, and relationship difficulties. My counseling style is strongly relational with an emphasis on your individual healing, growth, and personal development. My goal is to provide a caring and safe environment where you can feel connected, speak honestly, and discover ways to solve problems as well as bring about emotional freedom and psychological growth. I believe that most of our difficulties come abount in the context of personal relationships and that psychotherapy is a way to learn new positive ways of relating. I

Sometimes life can seem overwhelming and managing multiple responsibilities can create feelings of stress. Changes in life can be wanted; however, how to start the change process may not be clear. My style is to use the therapeutic process to create a safe space for clients to explore thoughts and feelings in order to gain a deeper understanding of their personal needs. My approach combines different therapeutic models to help clients draw on their strengths to obtain their goals.

Seeking help takes courage and strength. Sometimes we are simply surviving in our lives but desire to thrive. We may struggle with depression, anxiety, addictions, challenging relationships, loss of relationships, loss of self esteem or confidence, etc. I believe there are turning points in our lives when we are ready to work and we need someone who can help us. I have over 22 years working with clients and have been inspired by their strength, persistence, courage, vulnerability, desire to change and hope. Sometimes, when all feels dark and hopeless, we need the help of others. I am happy to help you in your journey.

I do not have a specific "ideal" client, but I most enjoy working with, and have the most experience with, women from ages 18 to 65. Their issues could be depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship issues, and more(see list below). They are looking for someone who will listen with full attention, interest and compassion. They want someone who is very supportive, who makes them feel very safe and accepted, just as they are. They are looking for a real human being they can relate to. Someone who will remember what is going on with them, who truly cares and cheers them on, who makes them laugh and gives them hope.

Mary Ann graduated from The George Washington University with her Master's in Counseling and currently does individual therapy with Lifestance Health, both in person and by televisit. She also holds a Master's in Interdisciplinary Studies from George Mason University. Her areas of expertise include PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, Stress Management and Substance Abuse. Prior to coming to Lifestance, Mary Ann worked for Inova Loudoun Hospital as well as spent 9 years at the Washington DC VA Medical Center. She enjoys gardening, travel and snorkeling as hobbies.

2024 is the year of new beginnings, and what better way to begin this new journey of life than to find an inclusive, supportive, and safe space to begin your wellness journey. Whether you are struggling with new and unexpected life challenges or just looking to improve your overall emotional well-being and self-esteem, you deserve to be in a place where you feel safe, heard, and validated. If you are looking for this type of environment, with someone who is warm and friendly, then look no further. I am someone who believes that everyone has the ability to reach their full potential.

Hello! I have been a licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist for 15 years. I specialize in working with issues like anger management, anxiety, depression, coping skills, and stress. I’ve worked with the general population, as well as specific groups such as veterans and those with severe mental illnesses. I use evidence-based techniques and incorporate Christian Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic, and more. Whether you’re grappling with the consequences of the pandemic, ever-present psychosocial stressors, or unresolved issues of the past, therapy can help.

Are you finding yourself at a crossroads? Experiencing persistent anxiety, feelings of inadequacy, or a sense of being stuck? Perhaps self-criticism is a constant companion. My expertise lies in addressing a range of anxiety-related challenges such as perfectionism, shyness/social anxiety, imposter syndrome, health anxiety, as well as relationship issues, depression, low self-esteem and more. My approach is geared towards providing rapid and effective results by equipping you with practical tools to transform unproductive thoughts and behaviors, conquer fears, foster acceptance, and establish genuine connections with others.

I work with individuals, couples and families to provide support through relationship enrichment and repair, pre-marital/commitment therapy, couples counseling, divorce discernment/collaboration, sexual issues, trauma, self-worth, grief, addiction, abuse & illness. My work helps individuals and couples at any stage of life explore their strengths and vulnerabilities and create a plan for success that includes: healthy communication, validation, emotional intimacy, etc. In my work with parents and families, I address parenting/co-parenting strategies, blended family challenges, teen issues, collaborative divorce, military life, etc.

Your decision to start counseling represents a meaningful commitment to yourself, and to a life that is more satisfying and balanced. The clients I work with appreciate my focused, sensitive and caring approach to the issues they present for counseling. If you are dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, stress, or relationship issues, I will work with you to develop strategies that will help you improve self-esteem and self-confidence, enhance self-awareness and relationship skills, reduce worry and negative thinking, and improve mood and energy.

Welcome. Our journey in life can be incredibly rewarding but sometimes life experiences can cause stress, anxiety, or depression. Therapy can help to identify the cause of these feelings and help you move toward your goal of a more fulfilling life. Beginning or returning to therapy is a courageous step and my role as your therapist is to help you begin to navigate the journey and help you overcome difficult life experiences and the resulting impact on your mental health and wellbeing.

Hello! I'm Lila, a licensed clinical social worker with 23 years of experience across various settings. My focus is on assisting individuals who often feel overwhelmed by teaching distress tolerance techniques and stress management skills. Together, we'll collaborate on strategies to help you navigate your emotions effectively. Employing a holistic approach, we'll address the needs of your mind, body, and spirit. Additionally, I integrate mindfulness practices to foster a deeper connection with yourself. Whether you're grappling with challenging relationship dynamics or battling cycles of anxiety and depression, I'm here to help!

What all of my clients have in common is a desire to be self-reflective (even though this may be scary), to learn more about themselves at a deeper (unconscious) level, and to grow in ways that allow them to have the life and relationships for which their hearts yearn. Psychotherapy is a process of learning to listen to, care for and heal the pained parts of ourselves that burden our mind, body, heart and spirit. Including the body in this process is essential, as it carries our pain. This is not always easy, but is certainly self-empowering and life-changing.