Therapists in 22801

At Laurel Counseling, I'm deeply committed to providing holistic therapeutic services to those looking to seek clarity and make meaning in their lives. I use an existential, person-centered approach in my work with clients. I believe that YOU are the expert on your life and that YOU already have the answers for growth and healing within yourself. My role is to be a guide, resource and supportive companion as I walk beside you on your life journey, and help you discover and nurture your inner truth. I have extensive experience working with children, teens, adults and families who have been affected by trauma.

Accepting telehealth clients in Virginia. It can be difficult at times to ask for help. I'm glad you have taken the first step. My approach is empathetic, supportive, direct, accepting, trauma-focused, and strength-based with a good dose of humor when appropriate.

Accepting new Virginia telehealth clients! When you feel exhausted, lonely, and overwhelmed it is tough to get through each day and it seems like nothing is working. It is time to get back your energy and to feel connected to yourself, your loved ones, and your life. Let me help you work on the pain, loss and confusion holding you down. Whether you need to unload trauma and stress, improve relationships, or develop better ways to manage your burdens, I will provide a safe and supportive space while guiding you towards a more fulfilling and happy life.

Are you worried about the future? Maybe you are feeling powerless, anxious, overwhelmed, or sad by the things that keep happening in your life. Are you experiencing life changes that are causing you to feel stressed and helpless? Maybe you are noticing that these emotions of uncertainty are beginning to manifest in a number of ways that impact your daily life. Talk therapy can help! I work with clients ages 14 and up to provide individual therapy, couples counseling or family counseling for those who are coping with chronic illness, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, stress, grief, trauma, and other life changes.

Welcome! I believe that as humans we grow and learn in meaningful ways from the struggles we face. Working through the painful and confusing parts of life to find new levels of understanding is a challenging but rewarding process. I enjoy working with college students, women, and adults interested in a safe, supportive therapeutic relationship within which we can explore your particular challenges and struggles more deeply. I strive to create a feeling of acceptance and safety for all clients, and let them set the pace. I enjoy humor and believe it has healing properties.

Many times we find ourselves disconnected and overwhelmed in a fast paced world. We forget what is most meaningful in our lives. We rush from one task to another and rarely pause long enough to ask if our actions support our deepest desires. You want to slow down. You want to feel more peaceful. You want to breathe. You want to know yourself on a deeper level. You want all of these things and yet you put your head down and keep pushing. Our work is getting clear on your deepest desires, slowing down and listening, and nurturing a healthy and sustainable connection to yourself and others.

I am committed to providing holistic therapy for individuals who are striving for growth and healing but feel stuck, scared, burned out, overwhelmed, or trapped in the past. I work to help clients ease the distressing whole-body and life-disrupting symptoms of anxiety, depression, and trauma. My therapeutic approach weaves together evidence-based treatment modalities and the warmth of safe, genuine connection. I believe that sound health practices such as attuning to the body and connecting with the natural world are inseparable from healing. Together, we will work to nourish your strength, intuition, and sense of meaning.

Life can be overwhelming and confusing, beyond our external control. Having a safe space to process or begin an intentional healing journey can make life feel more manageable. In my counseling work, I believe our unique life stories, with all their complexities, are important and deserve to be held and heard. It’s powerful to know that while our stories are unique, we are not alone. I believe there are such healing properties in connection with others and community, something that counseling can help strengthen. I strive to empower my client’s as agents of their own change and growth.

Is your job high stress with unique challenges? And, lately your personal life feels over-complicated too? No wonder it’s a struggle to keep generating solutions, even if you are typically an over-achiever. Let me help. I’m a distinguished relationship psychologist with extensive mastery in navigating the intricate realm of human connections, both professionally & personally. Do relationships, whether in your personal life or on the career front, often feel like you're grilling a steak on high heat – charred & intense? REGRETS? We've all got a list of those, but somehow, you find ourselves in the thick of it, yearning for answers.

Hello. I'm Brenda. Are you ready to make a change? Do you feel overwhelmed with life and are seeking skills to help you meet life head on? Do you need a safe place to examine situations from your past that are holding you back? I am an enthusiastic listener who is experienced in building non-judgmental therapeutic relationships in order to meet you where you are and work together to establish and meet your goals. Together, we’ll explore the difficulties you are experiencing, and work to effect a positive change.

Are you tired of feeling like you’re “never enough”? Do you find yourself always wearing a mask and being the ultimate people-pleaser to feel accepted? Has trauma from your past kept you locked in cycles of unhealthy behaviors, habits, and relationships? A life without overwhelming worries and perfectionism is not out of your reach. With some self-exploration, vulnerability, empowerment, and a little bit of humor and sarcasm, I would love to help you reach your personal goals.

Eating challenges, whether yours or your loved ones, can feel lonely, confusing, and shameful. And yet, for many, they can also feel stabilizing and familiar, or simply unavoidable. The relationships we keep with our food and body can be incredibly complex and influenced by a multitude of factors. After years of experience working with eating disorders at all levels of care, I understand those complexities and the sensitive nature of this type of work. I offer a collaborative space for those individuals and families who are ready to work towards a life where eating is intuitive, connective, and safe.

My focus is building a trusting relationship to support reducing stress and anxiety, rediscovering your inner resilience and joy, and healing unresolved pain from the past so that you can live more fully and healthy in the present. Through a collaborative process, my goal is to help you to cope with and recover from the challenges you face, to heal from unresolved tension, trauma, or loss, and to experience your world and relationships with joy, fulfillment, and intention. I also provide clinical supervision for post-graduate counselors seeking licensure.

My ideal client would be those searching for ways to overcome trauma that they have experienced in their life, as well as those struggling to experience a strong, healthy marriage that is based on supporting one another. I also would love to help support parents looking to strengthen their relationships with their children and implement healthy strategies that help build stronger families by working with the entire family towards a place of healing.

Are you feeling apprehensive about starting your therapeutic journey? I understand! I will take the time to get to know you as an individual in order to best support your needs. I believe that you are the expert on your own life, and sometimes it just takes a little support from a neutral party to work through challenges. If you're wondering "what" to do next, "how" to overcome a particular challenge, or are hoping to "learn" new skills to manage your anxieties - please reach out! A good therapist will partner with you and help you feel empowered to take on whatever life throws at you.

The decision to pursue therapy is an important step. Working with the right therapist can be a valuable investment in yourself, and your relationships. As a psychotherapist, I believe the best results come from establishing a therapeutic relationship by getting to know you as a person - not simply as a cluster of symptoms - then tailoring interventions to fit your unique needs & strengths. I've been in the mental health field 25 years, and have worked with individuals, couples & families, treating a wide variety of clinical issues. I invite you to contact me with any questions, or to discuss your specific needs for therapy.

Currently accepting new clients! - If you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, unmotivated, or just need a safe space to process the many obstacles of life, you've come to the right place. I believe as humans, we all ultimately want to be heard, understood, respected, and validated. My areas of specialization include working with individuals with anxiety, stress, life transitions, and relational trauma. As a Latina woman, I am sensitive to and have experience with a diverse demographic.

Outpatient Counseling offers a variety of therapeutic interventions by licensed and skilled providers of mental health services. We offer a warm, welcoming environment where members of our community can receive confidential, quality, client-centered therapeutic services to meet the many numerous emotional and behavioral struggles they may face. We work closely with referral sources and other providers to allow for the most comprehensive and valuable service provision.

I enjoy supporting children, teens, and families. With children, I offer play therapy interventions to encourage healthy processing and emotion expression. With teens, I focus on creating a strong relationship built on mutual trust and respect. In working with adults and parents, I aim to work collaboratively with you to meet your identified goals. I am a genuine, accepting, and positive individual, and I aim to bring that presence to each counseling session to ensure you feel comfortable and supported.