Therapists in Alexandria, VA

I have an extensive background working with adolescents, and adults, providing psychotherapy. I have worked in a variety of settings including private practices, community clinics, and residential treatment centers. With specialized training and experience in different theoretical approaches including psychodynamic, mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral and dialectical behavioral therapy, trauma-focused CBT, interpersonal, and narrative therapy, I use an integrated approach to meet the unique needs of each client. Due to my own diverse background and experience, I am intimately aware of multicultural issues, and enjoy working with a clientele from various arrays of life.

Brenda Edmonds is a Licensed Graduate Social Worker in DC that specializes in Addiction, Adoption, Alcohol Use, Alzheimer’s, Anxiety, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Child & Parenting Needs, Coping Skills, Depression, Domestic Violence & Abuse, Dual Diagnosis, Intellectual & Learning Disabilities, Medication Management, Self-Harming, Stress, Trauma & PTSD, Mental Health, Mood Disorders, and many other areas. Brenda’s 20 years of clinical experience has been widely dedicated to working with children and adults experiencing low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance abuse.

If your life is not working as well as you believe it should and you are willing to investigate why, you are my ideal client. You may be angry, depressed, anxious, or using food to deal with emotional pain. You may be reeling from the effects of childhood issues, abuse, or PTSD, or in such turmoil that you don't know what is real anymore. You may just need a sounding board. You may be struggling with aspects of your identity, or looking for a way to heal from infidelity, trauma, grief, or loss. We will explore that together.

Hello, I specialize in: 1. sleep disorders, particularly insomnia 2. trauma (PTSD and developmental) 3. anxiety/depression and life transitions 4. Adult ADHD 5. Brain injury/concussion and adjustment to chronic illnesses. Insomnia can be treated effectively w/ a short course of behavioral therapy (CBT-I, the modality recommended by the American College of Physicians). I maximize the effectiveness of psychotherapy by helping people create a new felt experience. This is the path to lasting change because it shifts processing at the level of your “emotional brain,” which drives your life, often without your awareness, but does not

Telehealth Therapy Only- It's a difficult task finding a therapist that you think will be able to understand and meet you where you are. That is why here at Renewed Journey, LLC we use a client centered approach, with a focus on holistic faith-based Christian counseling, tailored with evidenced based approaches around your specific wants and needs. We are extremely passionate about Mental Health and desire to support individuals who are committed to improving their lives. We believe counseling is a partnership to help you heal, change, and grow. This partnership is built on mutual trust and respect

Are you struggling with communication and/ or intimacy in your relationship with your partner? Are there issues from your past which you find it hard to move beyond? Do you find it difficult to like and/or accept yourself? Or do you feel sad or worried a lot of the time? If you answered yes to any of these questions, perhaps I can help. I have 25 years of experience in private practice working with these types of issues, helping couples and individuals move forward and feel more fulfilled in their lives.

Ideally, our early experiences of connection were secure, safe, accessible, and responsive and we developed an internal sense of ourselves as loveable, worthy, and deserving of getting our needs met. But what happens when this has not been our experience? Many of us have had to find ways to adapt and survive moments of disconnect, invalidation, or criticism. This can often mean we hold beliefs about ourselves that are limiting, worry that we have to hide or minimize parts of who we are, deny certain emotions, hustle for our worth, and/or build up layers of protection. I can support you to heal, connect and create lasting change.

Emotional issues are a community matter that affects us all. I am dedicated to meeting your needs through support, education, and direct services. I believe in a new high standard of response, helping you at the earliest stage and preventing unnecessary impairment and suffering for you and your family. I specialize in relationships, depression, anxiety, and family violence. I also assist with immigration and home studies. My main goal is to ensure you live a happy life, free of pain and negativity. You are not alone. We can walk together until you feel ready to fly. Cynthia V. Catchings, LCSW-S, CMHIMP, CLYL, CFTP, CMS, EMDR-T

My psychotherapy practice is dedicated to the health and well-being of individuals and families struggling with depression, anxiety, family of origin conflicts, and other mental health issues that can develop in the face of life stressors. It’s not uncommon to experience emotional distress during developmental transitions throughout our lives. Challenges can include struggles within our families of origin (including relationships with a sibling, parent, or other family member), beginning college/new career, the birth of a child, marital conflict, relocation, illness, and loss and bereavement. How we respond is unique to each of us.

Behavior change is difficult, even when you know the rewards that will follow. I am a licensed psychologist who has been providing psychological assessments and evidence-based treatment for children, teens, and adults, while also providing treatment for anxiety and mood conditions. Do you or a loved one has difficulty at school, work, or with relationships? Are you concerned about your child's social development? Are you wondering if your child has ADHD or a learning disability? Are you concerned about changes with your parent's memory or behavior? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions then he can help.

Maybe you feel disconnected, overwhelmed, anxious, or alone. Whatever it is that brought you here, together we can find the answer to what is overloading your being. As the director of One Alkaline Life, LLC in Waldorf, Maryland, I have spent my career working with a patient-centered, holistic approach. I enjoy providing compassionate care to adults and children dealing with mood disorders, eating disorders, substance abuse issues, and trauma. Give yourself the opportunity to build confidence and self-love along the way.

No matter who you are, life is always changing, filled with challenges, transitions, doubts, and sometimes successes. This is the human experience, and you do not have to go it alone. Counseling is an available resource to help hone your natural talents and skills to find vision, motivation, meaning, and resolve through your choices and experiences. With the support of a professional counselor there are no dead-end scenarios. I thoroughly believe in meeting clients where they are at, treating individuals with dignity and respect no matter who they are or where they come from, celebrating differences and individuality.

If you're facing mental health issues, substance abuse, or developmental challenges, I'm here to help. As Nyrisha Hall, I offer a personalized, empathetic approach to therapy, focusing on your unique needs and goals. My dedication to compassionate care and commitment to a nurturing environment stand me apart. Whether it's improving mental well-being, overcoming addiction, enhancing life quality, finding stable employment, or healing trauma, together we can navigate and achieve your desired outcomes. Choose to partner with me in your journey towards a healthier, happier life.

When people experience trauma or other life stressors, they usually feel like they are losing control. As a Christ-centered counselor, Letizia humbly believes in providing Spirit-guided therapy, meaning that she will allow Christ, through the Holy Spirit, to guide her as she provides counseling for her clients. Rather than approaching counseling as a list of tasks that need to be checked off, Letizia focuses on the whole person in everything she does. Letizia uses an eclectic approach to counseling and can incorporate many different orientations to best suit the needs of a client.

Paramount Concepts and Wellness is concerned with the Whole Wellness of you. The belief is that everyone can experience Whole Health, even when Mental and Physical illness is present. Services of Mental and Physical health are provided to improve, create, restore, maintain or support your well being. ….The PARAMOUNT EXPERIENCES!

You are the expert in creating your desired changes.... I am here to support and guide you through the process! Using person-centered and strengths based perspectives, I provide a safe environment to support you in reaching your goals. By recognizing that you are the expert in your own life, success is obtained through meaningful growth leading to sustainable change. "Once you replace negative thoughts with positive ones, you'll start having positive results." – Willie Nelson

Stressors related to work, relationships, medical conditions and other key areas of life occur every single day, and sometimes they may become overwhelming and out of control. Most of the time, we are able to help ourselves out of these types of situations, but there are times when it is too challenging to handle alone. When that happens, we often find ourselves stuck and unable to react, or continue to use solutions that may not be the best for us. It can be very draining and demotivating, and spiraling out of control. We sometimes want someone to find a solution for us, while at other times, we just want someone to listen to us.

Are you in transition or feeling stressed? Seeking balance, a new pathway, a way to a life of your own design? We can help you sort things through and feel more settled within yourself no matter whether you're coping with ailing parents, a new baby, the need for a job change, a move, relationship issues and more. In need of something more intensive? We offer individual and group travel retreats to accelerate your gains.

Therapy can serve as a comforting space for individuals to begin the healing process and make positive changes for a more fulfilling life. My passion is working with young people, couples and families by helping them grow and find their strengths. Being a mother of three, with over 15 years of educating preschool through high school age children, including those with special needs and behavioral difficulties I can understand many of the issues that bring families to counseling. I provide a safe and nonjudgmental environment for LGBTQ+ teens, individuals and couples to explore their emotional and psychological needs. EMDR trained.