Therapists in Alexandria, VA

Life is a journey of ups and downs. If you're facing uncertainty, feeling anxious/down, or navigating difficult transitions, you are not alone. Seeking support is a brave step toward finding change and fulfillment in your life. With a background as a preschool teacher and as a licensed clinical social worker, I bring a unique set of skills to create a safe space for children, teens, caregivers, and adults. In my practice, I utilize an eclectic approach and believe in the power of a strong therapeutic alliance with clients.

I'm deeply committed to creating an inclusive and affirming space for all individuals, including members of the LGBTQIA+ community, the kink community, and sex workers. With a sex-positive and affirming approach, I offer support and guidance to clients exploring their identities, relationships, sexual experiences, and lifestyle changes. Whether you're navigating questions of gender identity, sexual orientation, ethical non-monogamy, kink dynamics, or seeking sex therapy, I provide a non-judgmental environment where you can explore these aspects of yourself openly and authentically.

"Entering therapy can be a humbling experience. It takes courage and strength to ask for help. I'm a seasoned therapist with over forty years of clinical practice. I bring wisdom, maturity, compassion, and life experience which inform and deepen my work with individuals and couples. I seek to create a safe, respectful, empathic, and collaborative enviornment which maximizes individual's strengths and facilitates problem solving and growth. My style is one of being active, flexible, and fully engaged.

I am a solution focused therapist who works with primarily adults. I am a clinician with Over The Rainbow , a practice that specializes in trauma informed care in beautiful Old Town Alexandria. My approach is eclectic and specifically tailored to the needs of each individual client. It is a journey we take together.

Hello, I'm Marsha. I hold degrees in Psychology from both UVA and Virginia Tech, and I've dedicated over 5 years to the mental healthcare field in Virginia. I find fulfillment in equipping my clients with tools, strategies, and coping skills to swiftly and effectively achieve their therapy objectives. Recognizing the value of your time, I prioritize staying focused and goal-oriented throughout our sessions. My experience spans assisting numerous individuals facing diverse challenges, with specialties including depression, anxiety, life transitions, stress, grief, and beyond.

Mary Alice Fields is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has 30 years of experience counseling couples, families, and individuals. Mary Alice completed her Master of Education (MEd) at Lindsey Wilson College. Mary Alice believes most people do the best they can with the knowledge and experience they possess. At times in our lives, our knowledge and experience are not enough to solve problems and live our most productive life. At times like this, collaboration with a licensed professional counselor can help us discover ways to solve issues and achieve our full potential. Changing our perception of issues can be most helpful.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over twenty-five years of experience in mental health. I have also worked with the DoD and as a contractor with both the U.S. Navy and Air Force and have a very good understanding of the military culture. In addition, I was the Psychological Health Coordinator with the U.S. Army and worked a The Arlington National Guard Bureau in Arlington, VA. Further, I received my Doctorate in Education Counseling Psychology in August '2011 and the title of my dissertation is "Examining Anger and Alcohol Use To Risk of Assault Among Adult Male Offenders of Domestic Violence."

Over the past 15 years I have learned that the change process is collaborative and requires a unified focus between therapist and client. In therapy, the most positive outcomes occur when we develop a healthy therapeutic relationship and focus on the same goals. Building this relationship allows both therapist and client to feel comfortable while cultivating positive change. I practice from a wellness perspective that states everything we experience throughout our lives is a natural part of our development as individuals. I will meet you wherever you may be emotionally knowing that your life's journey has brought you to this place.

I am dedicated to helping people realize their personal and relational potential. My expertise and passion is in sex and relationship therapy, and LGBTQ, kink, and polyamory friendly work. I specialize in issues of trauma, sexual assault and abuse, and domestic violence. I assist people in understanding their unhelpful thinking patterns, navigating healthy relationship dynamics, and difficulties in communication.

My ideal client is one who searches for constant personal development, emotional growth and spiritual growth. My focal point is to help clients address underlying issues and foster healing. I believe that our therapeutic process will help clients move towards their goals while gaining a better understanding of self and finding their purpose. I have over nine years of experience working in diverse settings to include outpatient, communities, residential, intensive home-based, and schools. I have experience working with children, teens, families, adults, couples, juvenile delinquents, offenders, and LGBTQIA.

Feeling stuck? Are you experiencing overwhelming thoughts or emotions that are making it difficult to function? Beginning therapy is an important and often challenging first step in trying to make a change, whether you are struggling with high levels of stress, a difficult life transition, or perhaps coping with an issue more chronic in nature. I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience in providing mental health services to adults experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship problems, substance abuse, and numerous other problems of living.

You’re feeling hopeless, wanting to give up running out of options, and feeling exhausted. Your story is filled with pain, grief, and confusion. Family and friends let you down in your childhood. People have given up on you. Despite all this, there is something that keeps pushing you forward. People depend on you, but you can't help them because lack of motivation, but you can't give up. You are here to find understanding and support in finding and learning about yourself.

Hello! I am a current LPC Resident at Counseling and Forensic Services. I have 12+ years working with children, adolescents, and their families. I use an integrative approach in working with children, using a variety of therapeutic methods that are developmentally age appropriate and child-centered. I received my master’s at The State University of New York at Oswego in Counseling Services with a Certificate of Advanced Study in Mental Health Counseling at St. John Fisher.

In therapy and beyond, I believe in the power of self-expression to help us grow and experience the best that life has to offer. I see therapy as a place to better get to know ourselves, process experiences and emotions, and hear a different perspective about challenges that we may struggle to see clearly. Therapy can be many things: a place to clarify our identity, strengthen communication skills, change habits, or support mindfulness in our everyday lives.

Change is possible, but it doesn’t happen overnight. Change happens in the small, countless decisions we make daily. It would be my honor to be a part of your journey. My goal in counseling is to create a warm, welcoming and honest space for you to process, develop new skills and create greater resiliency. I aim to meet you in the areas you feel stuck and help you create space to gain new perspective.

Therapy is a space to develop strengths and resources, as well as examine problems and pain. Clients work on both their strengths and struggles in my practice. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with twelve years of experience working in a variety of settings within the mental health field to include residential/educational programs for at-risk adolescents and in private practice working with individuals and families facing so many of life's challenges. I believe in working together to address the distress you're experiencing (depression, anxiety, trauma, or inter-personal issues) and to build resilience and restore hope.

We, at Alexandria Place Therapy, value authentic and genuine connection with our clients and their families. We believe this connection is the groundwork for all work we do with clients. Alexandria Place Therapy offers therapeutic services in Old Town Alexandria. Our clinicians have spent their careers working with children, adolescents, young adults and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, trauma and loss. Collectively, we bring over thirty years of experience to our work and aim to offer help in vulnerable times. Our experience and specialized training afford us the opportunity to tailor treatment to meet your unique needs.

I am certified in Emotionally-Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT). EFCT is an approach to couples therapy that has been empirically validated by randomized controlled trials. I have been providing EFCT for over ten years and I am continuously touched by the transformations that I witness in my office. I will work with you to help you identify the patterns that leave you feeling disconnected from your partner. Next, we will explore the emotions and attachment styles that drive your patterns. Finally, I will gently guide you in experimenting with new ways to express yourself so that both you and your partner feel understood.

Tara has experience working with adolescents & adults contending with an array of mood disorders, challenges related to grief & loss, self-efficacy, stress & anger management, PTSD & conflict resolution. She has worked extensively with individuals and families experiencing trauma, abuse & domestic violence. Tele-health & face to face modalities are provided.