Melanie Kantor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
Herndon, VA 20170
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My goal is to help you identify and harness your strengths and quirks to build a life of meaning- one that is driven by your values and goals, not by fear or limitations. Your most fulfilling life may not be what society has told you it should be. I am a gender affirming, queer-friendly therapist who celebrates and affirms neurodiversity. My clients describe me as warm, affirming, and unfiltered. My clients appreciate that I “don’t BS.” While I am always honest, I am also patient & gentle, especially with teens. I specialize in work with teens, young adults, and adults.
I personalize my approach to each individual client. Most of my clients will benefit from some Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to quickly alleviate intense symptoms of anxiety and/or depression. My style is conversational and adaptable. I also provide consultation and support for the parents of autistic and ADHD kids.
I believe that therapy works best when you not only learn strategies and coping skills from your therapist, but when you feel truly seen and accepted for who you are- quirks, fears, insecurities and all. I can help you build the confidence in yourself to tackle the challenges that have you stuck. I will support you each step of the way.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $185
- Pay by American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa
Insurance
- Out of Network
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 441-5358
Melanie Kantor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Virginia / 0904008909 Melanie Kantor
- In Practice for 14 Years
- Certificate from National Association of Social Work
- Certificate from Budding Yogis Certified Instructor 2017
- Attended University of Pennsylvania, Graduated 2010
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (571) 441-5358
Melanie Kantor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Autism
- ADHD
- Transgender
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Asperger's Syndrome
- Body Positivity
- Child
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Developmental Disorders
- Education and Learning Disabilities
- Intellectual Disability
- Mood Disorders
- Parenting
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (571) 441-5358
Melanie Kantor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Endorsement
Client Focus
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Art Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Expressive Arts
- Integrative
- Mindfulness
- Psychodynamic
- Strength-Based
- Yoga
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 441-5358
Melanie Kantor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Groups
Neurodivergent in a Neurotypical World
Building Self Awareness, Advocacy, and Confidence Through Connection This 16 week group is for autistic young adults. This will not be a social skills group. This will be a process-oriented group where you can connect with other neurodiverse people and lift each other up through greater understanding of your strengths, needs, and wants. Group will run on Thursdays 6:00-7:00 pm. Start date is tentatively February 16th with a planned last session of June 8. There will be no group on April 6th. The cost is $110 per weekly session.
Expertise
Asperger's Syndrome
Autism
Types of Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Age
Adults
Session Cost
$110
Group Meets
Every Thu 6:99 P.M. - 7:99 P.M.
Location
Emerge Therapy LLC
461b Carlisle Drive
Suite B-202
Herndon, VA 20170
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Location
Nearby Areas
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Melanie Kantor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW