Weight Loss Therapists in Alexandria, VA
Selah Solutions, LLC - Bariatrics
Licensed Professional Counselor, BCBC
Verified Verified
Alexandria, VA 22314 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Are you seeking a bariatric assessment required by your surgeon or insurance? Do you need additional support on your weight loss journey or gain a better understanding of your relationship with food? Selah Solutions, LLC is here to partner with you. The weight loss journey, including preparing for bariatric surgery, can be a roller-coaster of emotions. During this weight loss process, you must be supported to gain the best results. Selah Solutions, LLC offers non-judgmental services virtually from the comfort of your personal space. The primary goal is for you to become healthier and happier mentally, emotionally, and physically.
Are you seeking a bariatric assessment required by your surgeon or insurance? Do you need additional support on your weight loss journey or gain a better understanding of your relationship with food? Selah Solutions, LLC is here to partner with you. The weight loss journey, including preparing for bariatric surgery, can be a roller-coaster of emotions. During this weight loss process, you must be supported to gain the best results. Selah Solutions, LLC offers non-judgmental services virtually from the comfort of your personal space. The primary goal is for you to become healthier and happier mentally, emotionally, and physically.
Meredith Adams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, NBCCH
Verified Verified
Alexandria, VA 22332
Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, breakups, grief, career changes, or weight loss struggles, I am dedicated to providing meaningful support tailored to your individual needs.
Life's journey is filled with challenges, and how we navigate these challenges can profoundly impact our well-being. Are you feeling overwhelmed, unable to decide where to start, or anxious with what's on your plate? As a Resident in Counseling, I am here to support you in navigating and overcoming these obstacles together. In our sessions, we will work together to explore your existing strengths and equip you with new tools to address the issues weighing you down.
Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, breakups, grief, career changes, or weight loss struggles, I am dedicated to providing meaningful support tailored to your individual needs.
Life's journey is filled with challenges, and how we navigate these challenges can profoundly impact our well-being. Are you feeling overwhelmed, unable to decide where to start, or anxious with what's on your plate? As a Resident in Counseling, I am here to support you in navigating and overcoming these obstacles together. In our sessions, we will work together to explore your existing strengths and equip you with new tools to address the issues weighing you down.
Leon Sankofa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, ABSDip
Verified Verified
Alexandria, VA 22307
Hypnotherapy is very effective at removing fears, phobias, stop smoking and even weight loss.
Greetings! I'm Leon Sankofa, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Psychotherapist, and Hypnotherapist. My mission is to help you feel better and live a more fulfilling life. With a diverse range of therapeutic techniques at my disposal, I'm here to guide you on your journey towards emotional well-being. Are you currently wrestling with the weight of depression or anxiety? Struggling with internal conflicts or decision-making? Dealing with relationship issues or grief? Perhaps you simply wish to enhance your focus and overall quality of life. Whatever your goals may be, I'm dedicated to supporting you every step of the way.
Hypnotherapy is very effective at removing fears, phobias, stop smoking and even weight loss.
Greetings! I'm Leon Sankofa, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Psychotherapist, and Hypnotherapist. My mission is to help you feel better and live a more fulfilling life. With a diverse range of therapeutic techniques at my disposal, I'm here to guide you on your journey towards emotional well-being. Are you currently wrestling with the weight of depression or anxiety? Struggling with internal conflicts or decision-making? Dealing with relationship issues or grief? Perhaps you simply wish to enhance your focus and overall quality of life. Whatever your goals may be, I'm dedicated to supporting you every step of the way.
Mary DeRaedt
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Alexandria, VA 22314 (Online Only)
Therapy is an unusual process; there is nothing like it in day to day life. You come to a professional who focuses solely on you, your past, your future, your health, your goals and your perspective. Whatever you have been through, whatever you are trying to become, my goal is to do everything we can together to inspire you, to help you realize you can, and to help you know deep down that you are worth it. I will facilitate your understanding of your emotional (or lack of emotional) responses. You will learn the tools you need to heal from the trauma learning of the past and move forward, free to engage in life on your terms.
Therapy is an unusual process; there is nothing like it in day to day life. You come to a professional who focuses solely on you, your past, your future, your health, your goals and your perspective. Whatever you have been through, whatever you are trying to become, my goal is to do everything we can together to inspire you, to help you realize you can, and to help you know deep down that you are worth it. I will facilitate your understanding of your emotional (or lack of emotional) responses. You will learn the tools you need to heal from the trauma learning of the past and move forward, free to engage in life on your terms.
At our practice, we specialize in empowering our clients to discover healthier lifestyles through integrative wellness services solutions. We provide a variety of healing modalities, including hypnotherapy, life coaching, couples coaching, Reiki energy healing, and intuitive healing. Our clients choose us because we are committed to techniques that offer fast and effective healing.
At our practice, we specialize in empowering our clients to discover healthier lifestyles through integrative wellness services solutions. We provide a variety of healing modalities, including hypnotherapy, life coaching, couples coaching, Reiki energy healing, and intuitive healing. Our clients choose us because we are committed to techniques that offer fast and effective healing.
Janice Petty
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LSATP, MAC, BCBC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22314 (Online Only)
Accepting new clients - Congratulations, you are in the right place - Welcome to Selah Solutions, LLC. Do you continue to suffer day-to-day, and seemingly nothing is changing? There is no need to go another day with your current stressors, barriers, and symptoms. You owe it to yourself to begin a journey from pain to peace. Together, we will journey through identifying, exploring, and understanding depressive symptoms, anxiety, grief and loss, addictions, relationships, and self-worth. By learning effective coping mechanisms, you will be empowered by obtaining self-awareness and confidence. Aren't you ready to feel better?
Accepting new clients - Congratulations, you are in the right place - Welcome to Selah Solutions, LLC. Do you continue to suffer day-to-day, and seemingly nothing is changing? There is no need to go another day with your current stressors, barriers, and symptoms. You owe it to yourself to begin a journey from pain to peace. Together, we will journey through identifying, exploring, and understanding depressive symptoms, anxiety, grief and loss, addictions, relationships, and self-worth. By learning effective coping mechanisms, you will be empowered by obtaining self-awareness and confidence. Aren't you ready to feel better?
Polly Garcia
Resident in Counseling, MA, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
Alexandria, VA 22304 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My focus is primarily working with adults dealing with anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship issues, family stressors, career challenges, and people looking to find a stronger mind/body connection. My theoretical approach is based strongly in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Using CBT with my clients means that some of the time will be spent exploring core beliefs, values systems, and how negative self-talk might be influencing present behavior. I also like to establish short and long-term goals with my clients and, together, discover ways in which to achieve them.
My focus is primarily working with adults dealing with anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship issues, family stressors, career challenges, and people looking to find a stronger mind/body connection. My theoretical approach is based strongly in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Using CBT with my clients means that some of the time will be spent exploring core beliefs, values systems, and how negative self-talk might be influencing present behavior. I also like to establish short and long-term goals with my clients and, together, discover ways in which to achieve them.
If you struggle with self worth, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, ADHD, insomia/sleep disorders, women's health, and/or general health psych related problems such as chronic pain, acceptance of a new medical diagnosis, etc., I can provide the tools to assist you in navigating the complexity of these issues.
If you struggle with self worth, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, ADHD, insomia/sleep disorders, women's health, and/or general health psych related problems such as chronic pain, acceptance of a new medical diagnosis, etc., I can provide the tools to assist you in navigating the complexity of these issues.
Brooke Buck
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22304
Are you having a hard time figuring out what is going on with your relationships with others? Do you have recurring or consistent negative thoughts and feelings about yourself and your future? Are you feeling helpless even though you know you should be doing ok? My name is Brooke Buck and I am here to assist you in breaking down the walls of communication and rebuild them the way you have always wanted to. I work hard to listen and help to provide a different perspective to my clients.
Are you having a hard time figuring out what is going on with your relationships with others? Do you have recurring or consistent negative thoughts and feelings about yourself and your future? Are you feeling helpless even though you know you should be doing ok? My name is Brooke Buck and I am here to assist you in breaking down the walls of communication and rebuild them the way you have always wanted to. I work hard to listen and help to provide a different perspective to my clients.
I offer clients a safe and non judgmental space to explore thoughts, emotions, and experiences. Sessions can be used to explore experiences in relationships, feelings of stress, desired changes, or symptoms associated with mental health. Clients who are interested in additional self-exploration can benefit from my talk-therapy approaches, as well as exploring emotions through the art making process. Art therapy is a creative option for clients who may feel stuck and can’t find the words to describe how they are feeling or for clients who desire visual and hands-on modes of processing.
I offer clients a safe and non judgmental space to explore thoughts, emotions, and experiences. Sessions can be used to explore experiences in relationships, feelings of stress, desired changes, or symptoms associated with mental health. Clients who are interested in additional self-exploration can benefit from my talk-therapy approaches, as well as exploring emotions through the art making process. Art therapy is a creative option for clients who may feel stuck and can’t find the words to describe how they are feeling or for clients who desire visual and hands-on modes of processing.
I have dedicated my practice to help children, adolescents and adults transform their lives. In working with you, I focus on your resources and strengths to bring about the positive change that will improve your relationship with yourself and others and ultimately lead to a more satisfying life. In collaboration with you, I tailor treatment to your unique situation and personality, My work is influenced by my passion for healthy and balanced living, and therefore I treat you as a whole: mind, body, and spirit.I invite you to visit www.centerforpositivechange.us to learn more about me.
I have dedicated my practice to help children, adolescents and adults transform their lives. In working with you, I focus on your resources and strengths to bring about the positive change that will improve your relationship with yourself and others and ultimately lead to a more satisfying life. In collaboration with you, I tailor treatment to your unique situation and personality, My work is influenced by my passion for healthy and balanced living, and therefore I treat you as a whole: mind, body, and spirit.I invite you to visit www.centerforpositivechange.us to learn more about me.
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Are you feeling stuck in your life? Is your depression, anxiety, or trauma symptoms not changing despite taking various medications or attending years of talk therapy? Interested in an alternative therapy like psychedelic assisted psychotherapy? If you are looking for a more holistic orientation that incorporates the mind, body, and spirit, with somatic based ketamine assisted psychotherapy, then I may be a good fit for you. My goal is to help people achieve their desired level of wellbeing by helping them to heal quicker and to break through through barriers that prevent them from living fully.
Are you feeling stuck in your life? Is your depression, anxiety, or trauma symptoms not changing despite taking various medications or attending years of talk therapy? Interested in an alternative therapy like psychedelic assisted psychotherapy? If you are looking for a more holistic orientation that incorporates the mind, body, and spirit, with somatic based ketamine assisted psychotherapy, then I may be a good fit for you. My goal is to help people achieve their desired level of wellbeing by helping them to heal quicker and to break through through barriers that prevent them from living fully.
Mahogany M. Hall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22314
Greetings and welcome! I am the founder of Hall Counseling Services. We work with individuals, families, and couples and are happy to provide a safe space for everyone. If you are struggling with a major life event or simply need a professional to help you process and manage your thoughts, we are here for you. Our website provides pictures and biographies for each of our clinicians. When you call or email us, we will pair you with the appropriate clinician and schedule your intake appointment. If you simply have questions about the therapy process, we also offer free 15 minute consultations. We look forward to working with you.
Greetings and welcome! I am the founder of Hall Counseling Services. We work with individuals, families, and couples and are happy to provide a safe space for everyone. If you are struggling with a major life event or simply need a professional to help you process and manage your thoughts, we are here for you. Our website provides pictures and biographies for each of our clinicians. When you call or email us, we will pair you with the appropriate clinician and schedule your intake appointment. If you simply have questions about the therapy process, we also offer free 15 minute consultations. We look forward to working with you.
India Edusei
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMSW
Verified Verified
Alexandria, VA 22314 (Online Only)
I am a masters prepared psychotherapist with an integrated approach to care. I will be your support, educator, coach, cheerleader, and guide on the journey. Every journey begins with one step, even if you don't know where you're going. I'll meet you where you are, with compassion and without judgement. I offer an individualized, solutions-focused approach to treatment, combining CBT with mind-body practices to improve outcomes. My goal is to provide tools that empower you to meet your goals; building skills to take care of your whole person and move forward toward the life you want.
I am a masters prepared psychotherapist with an integrated approach to care. I will be your support, educator, coach, cheerleader, and guide on the journey. Every journey begins with one step, even if you don't know where you're going. I'll meet you where you are, with compassion and without judgement. I offer an individualized, solutions-focused approach to treatment, combining CBT with mind-body practices to improve outcomes. My goal is to provide tools that empower you to meet your goals; building skills to take care of your whole person and move forward toward the life you want.
Amanda has extensive experience working with adolescents in school, group, and outpatient settings. Amanda currently specializes in mood disorders like anxiety and depression, self-esteem, peer relations, LGBTQIA+ issues, and life transitions for adolescents and young adults.
Amanda has extensive experience working with adolescents in school, group, and outpatient settings. Amanda currently specializes in mood disorders like anxiety and depression, self-esteem, peer relations, LGBTQIA+ issues, and life transitions for adolescents and young adults.
Whole Health Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Alexandria, VA 22314
Acting as a sounding board, I will support you as your work through a wide array of issues Helping to navigate long-lasting and meaningful change from your anxiety, depression, drug/alcohol use, reduce stress, and raise self-esteem. I use a person-centered approach focusing on the whole self and use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy concepts, mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing and emphasize nutrition and exercise. I provide these services through telehealth so you can access therapy more easily from the comfort of your home or office while avoiding the commute and/or parking and the constraints of your busy schedule.
Acting as a sounding board, I will support you as your work through a wide array of issues Helping to navigate long-lasting and meaningful change from your anxiety, depression, drug/alcohol use, reduce stress, and raise self-esteem. I use a person-centered approach focusing on the whole self and use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy concepts, mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing and emphasize nutrition and exercise. I provide these services through telehealth so you can access therapy more easily from the comfort of your home or office while avoiding the commute and/or parking and the constraints of your busy schedule.
I treat adolescents, adults, families and couples. I have extensive clinical training and experience working with a variety of concerns and will do my best to help you navigate the complexities of your emotional well-being.
I treat adolescents, adults, families and couples. I have extensive clinical training and experience working with a variety of concerns and will do my best to help you navigate the complexities of your emotional well-being.
John-Paul James
Resident in Counseling, PhD, DMin, DACBN
Verified Verified
Alexandria, VA 22314 (Online Only)
My ideal clients are people with individual, health issues, parkinson's, multiple sclerosis, premartial, marriage, family, relationship, and sex challenges, body dysmorphia, psycho-social issues, chronic illness, chronic pain, chronic emotional difficulties, anxiety, mood disorders, and personality disorders. The client is willing to have consistent dialogue about how to improve this area of their life and is willing to try new ideas and/or behaviors suggested during their sessions within their daily life. My ability to establish a quick rapport, understanding, and genuineness are keys to my success with my clients.
My ideal clients are people with individual, health issues, parkinson's, multiple sclerosis, premartial, marriage, family, relationship, and sex challenges, body dysmorphia, psycho-social issues, chronic illness, chronic pain, chronic emotional difficulties, anxiety, mood disorders, and personality disorders. The client is willing to have consistent dialogue about how to improve this area of their life and is willing to try new ideas and/or behaviors suggested during their sessions within their daily life. My ability to establish a quick rapport, understanding, and genuineness are keys to my success with my clients.
You find yourself feeling stuck in unsatisfying and repetitive cycles. You want to feel happy, but deep down you feel insecure. You feel lost, but are unsure what it is you’re looking for. Whether you are struggling with relationships, anxiety, a major life transition, or self-esteem, you do not need to navigate these challenges alone. Therapy can be the catalyst for healing and transformation to develop a more fulfilling life. I know the decision to reach out and seek help is a courageous and vulnerable one.
You find yourself feeling stuck in unsatisfying and repetitive cycles. You want to feel happy, but deep down you feel insecure. You feel lost, but are unsure what it is you’re looking for. Whether you are struggling with relationships, anxiety, a major life transition, or self-esteem, you do not need to navigate these challenges alone. Therapy can be the catalyst for healing and transformation to develop a more fulfilling life. I know the decision to reach out and seek help is a courageous and vulnerable one.
My clinical experience includes a significant amount of behavioral, art, and play therapy to supplement traditional talk therapy practices. While my background includes years of working primarily with children and teens, my current caseload includes clients throughout all phases of life development. I am most familiar in working with those experiencing depression, anxiety, and trauma, as well as issues related to body image and disordered eating, but have graduate-level education to provide counseling based upon the specific needs of the client.
My clinical experience includes a significant amount of behavioral, art, and play therapy to supplement traditional talk therapy practices. While my background includes years of working primarily with children and teens, my current caseload includes clients throughout all phases of life development. I am most familiar in working with those experiencing depression, anxiety, and trauma, as well as issues related to body image and disordered eating, but have graduate-level education to provide counseling based upon the specific needs of the client.
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What is the relationship between weight management and mental health?
Mental health can be significantly influenced by one's physical health, so overall improvements in one's quality of life as a result of improved physical functioning from weight loss can have an overall positive impact on an individual's mental health and allow them to engage more readily in everyday activities. In addition, many strategies used to manage weight, such as exercise and maintaining a healthy diet, are also associated with reducing the symptoms of common mental health conditions, such as anxiety or depression. Individuals may also benefit from the improved self-esteem and self-efficacy that can come with successful weight management.
What is the psychological approach to losing weight?
While there are no specific therapy modalities specifically for weight loss, common psychological therapies can be highly effective in helping clients make lasting lifestyle changes. This may be called the "psychological approach" to weight loss because it does not rely on physical interventions, such as medication or weight loss surgery, to help clients lose weight. Weight loss counseling can be used in addition to or instead of such physical interventions. Some clients simply seek therapy to address the challenges that may accompany weight loss in general, including negative thoughts surrounding their body, disordered eating patterns, or difficulty completing daily tasks as a result of their weight challenges. In such cases, therapists will often utilize behavioral coaching or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques to help clients understand how their thoughts may be influencing their diet and physical activity patterns.
What type of therapy is commonly used in weight loss counseling?
Weight loss counseling often involves a combination of therapy and psychoeducation. Common techniques used by weight loss counselors include journaling, thought diaries, and other Cognitive Behavioral Therapy strategies that encourage clients to consider how their feelings about their weight loss impact their mental health. Weight loss counselors may also teach clients mindfulness exercises, which can be used by clients during and after eating to be more aware of physical cues from their body surrounding eating. Some clients looking for weight loss therapy may also benefit from group therapy approaches, which utilize the power of social connection and accountability to help clients adhere to their weight loss plan.
Is therapy recommended for individuals undergoing bariatric surgery?
While therapy is not a requirement for individuals undergoing bariatric surgery, many individuals undergoing weight loss surgery may benefit from seeing a counselor. Prior to surgery, counselors can help clients decide whether surgical weight loss is a good fit for them and assist in surgery preparation. Post-surgery, counselors can assist clients with the psychological component of maintaining their weight loss, as well as help clients navigate any postoperative pain. Throughout the surgical process, therapists can help clients process body-image challenges that may come with dramatic changes in weight, as well as manage symptoms of anxiety or depression that may accompany the major life changes bariatric surgery can bring.