Female Therapists in Buckingham, Arlington, VA
Elizabeth Moreno Varela
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Buckingham, Arlington, VA 22203 (Online Only)
Welcome! My name is Liz. I know how daunting it can be to search for a therapist and read these blurbs so I will keep it short and sweet! With the help of brain-based modalities, we will work together to improve your symptoms, gain a deeper understanding of your concerns, and start on a new path to healthy mental health gains, reaching your goals, and actively working towards your full potential.
Welcome! My name is Liz. I know how daunting it can be to search for a therapist and read these blurbs so I will keep it short and sweet! With the help of brain-based modalities, we will work together to improve your symptoms, gain a deeper understanding of your concerns, and start on a new path to healthy mental health gains, reaching your goals, and actively working towards your full potential.
Isabella Cantrell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Buckingham, Arlington, VA 22203 (Online Only)
If you find yourself reading this, I would like to introduce myself. My name is Isabella Cantrell, M.Ed., LPC and I have been actively working in mental health for the previous 6 years. As a rural practitioner in some form or facet for the previous 6 years, I have dabbled in most areas of clinical practice with a significant focus on family systems, life changes or transitions, and trauma with individuals, families, or groups ranging from ages 6-40+.
If you find yourself reading this, I would like to introduce myself. My name is Isabella Cantrell, M.Ed., LPC and I have been actively working in mental health for the previous 6 years. As a rural practitioner in some form or facet for the previous 6 years, I have dabbled in most areas of clinical practice with a significant focus on family systems, life changes or transitions, and trauma with individuals, families, or groups ranging from ages 6-40+.
Monique Connor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Buckingham, Arlington, VA 22203
My name is Monique Connor and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I take a supportive and nonjudgmental approach toward providing therapy services. I utilize a strengths-based perspective because you do have value, despite life experiences out of your control that has impacted you mentally. I am always growing as a professional and willing to learn.
My name is Monique Connor and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I take a supportive and nonjudgmental approach toward providing therapy services. I utilize a strengths-based perspective because you do have value, despite life experiences out of your control that has impacted you mentally. I am always growing as a professional and willing to learn.
Sade Patterson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Buckingham, Arlington, VA 22203
Sade Patterson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience in mental health. During her service, she provided services to Military Service Members and families and civilians. Sade's baseline and foundation for providing therapy is to have an unconditional positive therapeutic regard for her clients while using a variety of modalities, including CBT, REBT, Psychodynamic, Strengths Perspective, and Person-Centered therapies.
Sade Patterson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience in mental health. During her service, she provided services to Military Service Members and families and civilians. Sade's baseline and foundation for providing therapy is to have an unconditional positive therapeutic regard for her clients while using a variety of modalities, including CBT, REBT, Psychodynamic, Strengths Perspective, and Person-Centered therapies.
Lauren K. Nickum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Buckingham, Arlington, VA 22204 (Online Only)
I understand that it can be hard to reach out for help, and I am here to listen without judgement and help you move forward. I have over 10 years of experience helping adults and adolescents work thought their struggles with a variety of life issues including anxiety, depression, anger management, life stress, relationship issues, substance use, early recovery from addiction, and life transitions such as separation and divorce, family stress, relationship challenges, and work stress.
I understand that it can be hard to reach out for help, and I am here to listen without judgement and help you move forward. I have over 10 years of experience helping adults and adolescents work thought their struggles with a variety of life issues including anxiety, depression, anger management, life stress, relationship issues, substance use, early recovery from addiction, and life transitions such as separation and divorce, family stress, relationship challenges, and work stress.
My treatment specialties include: anxiety, depression, postpartum depression, interpersonal trauma, PTSD, early childhood attachment issues, relationship challenges, women's issues, grief/loss and low self-esteem.
Due to the stress of the everyday world, emotions can become intense, overwhelming, and at times debilitating. Therapy provides individuals with the support necessary to become your best self. I utilize a genuine, empathic and open-minded approach to treatment. I strive to help clients achieve improved connections, increased insight and a deeper understanding of oneself and others. I provide couples with the skills needed to improve communication, build trust and enhance intimacy.
My treatment specialties include: anxiety, depression, postpartum depression, interpersonal trauma, PTSD, early childhood attachment issues, relationship challenges, women's issues, grief/loss and low self-esteem.
Due to the stress of the everyday world, emotions can become intense, overwhelming, and at times debilitating. Therapy provides individuals with the support necessary to become your best self. I utilize a genuine, empathic and open-minded approach to treatment. I strive to help clients achieve improved connections, increased insight and a deeper understanding of oneself and others. I provide couples with the skills needed to improve communication, build trust and enhance intimacy.
Christine Jackson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Buckingham, Arlington, VA 22203
Modern society requires many people to have so many roles, responsibilities, and obligations that they feel fragmented; many develop anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and other emotional problems as a result. I understand how hard it can be to live a life that sustains and honors your values without giving in to 'business as usual,' and I can help you heal the fractures.
Modern society requires many people to have so many roles, responsibilities, and obligations that they feel fragmented; many develop anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and other emotional problems as a result. I understand how hard it can be to live a life that sustains and honors your values without giving in to 'business as usual,' and I can help you heal the fractures.
Roberta Rothstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Buckingham, Arlington, VA 22203
Do you feel stuck? Maybe you can't seem to shake the blues. Maybe it’s a loss. Or you can’t make a crucial decision. Perhaps jittery moods have reduced your functioning. Or you’re unable to control unhealthy behavior. Maybe every conversation with your spouse becomes an argument.
Feel more confident, improve your relationships, move from illness to health, reconnect with your creativity, learn valuable coping skills, take control of your life and just feel better. I can help you move forward through obstacles, uncovering your true potential. Our work helps you feel resilient, so you can set and reach your goals.
Do you feel stuck? Maybe you can't seem to shake the blues. Maybe it’s a loss. Or you can’t make a crucial decision. Perhaps jittery moods have reduced your functioning. Or you’re unable to control unhealthy behavior. Maybe every conversation with your spouse becomes an argument.
Feel more confident, improve your relationships, move from illness to health, reconnect with your creativity, learn valuable coping skills, take control of your life and just feel better. I can help you move forward through obstacles, uncovering your true potential. Our work helps you feel resilient, so you can set and reach your goals.
Crystal Hamling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Buckingham, Arlington, VA 22203
Sometimes we feel down and we just don't know the reason why. Or we do know why but we don't know how to fix it. Sometimes we are no longer getting along with the person we love. And sometimes we could just use some extra support. As a clinical mental health counselor, I am able to work with you on just about any challenge you may be experiencing, from depression and anxiety, to substance abuse, eating disorders, and relationship issues. I welcome clients from all walks of life and with all types of goals.
Sometimes we feel down and we just don't know the reason why. Or we do know why but we don't know how to fix it. Sometimes we are no longer getting along with the person we love. And sometimes we could just use some extra support. As a clinical mental health counselor, I am able to work with you on just about any challenge you may be experiencing, from depression and anxiety, to substance abuse, eating disorders, and relationship issues. I welcome clients from all walks of life and with all types of goals.
Ellie Cunanan-Petty
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Buckingham, Arlington, VA 22203
Taking the first step isn't easy, but difficult first steps can pay off. Interviewing therapists to find someone right for you is a meaningful first step. I provide individual, couples and family therapy in a safe, supportive space. In that space, we will work together to discover what your life is trying to teach you, so you can progress toward creating a life you love. I welcome the opportunity to work with you.
Taking the first step isn't easy, but difficult first steps can pay off. Interviewing therapists to find someone right for you is a meaningful first step. I provide individual, couples and family therapy in a safe, supportive space. In that space, we will work together to discover what your life is trying to teach you, so you can progress toward creating a life you love. I welcome the opportunity to work with you.
Vicki Goodman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Buckingham, Arlington, VA 22203
People come for psychotherapy when they are hurting or feeling stuck in unproductive thinking and behavior. This can manifest in depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, issues with career and work performance and self deprecating behaviors. Loss, grief and illnesses can be hard to bear and cause feelings of aloneness. What is often needed is a safe environment for the cultivation of acceptance and compassion and the willingness to wisely explore in a trusting relationship. Developing space to have a new understanding of difficulties can open to greater awareness, sense of possibility and the capacity to live more fully.
People come for psychotherapy when they are hurting or feeling stuck in unproductive thinking and behavior. This can manifest in depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, issues with career and work performance and self deprecating behaviors. Loss, grief and illnesses can be hard to bear and cause feelings of aloneness. What is often needed is a safe environment for the cultivation of acceptance and compassion and the willingness to wisely explore in a trusting relationship. Developing space to have a new understanding of difficulties can open to greater awareness, sense of possibility and the capacity to live more fully.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Buckingham, Arlington, VA 22203
I believe therapy is a collaborative relationship that can lead to finding new and positive ways of relating to people and situations in your life. In therapy, we look at the distinctive ways in which you relate to me and others, whether or not you are aware of them, and then we analyze them so you can consciously begin to do something different. I want to make psychotherapy affordable, so I accept clients on a sliding scale basis, from $100 to $150. I would be happy to hear from you.
I believe therapy is a collaborative relationship that can lead to finding new and positive ways of relating to people and situations in your life. In therapy, we look at the distinctive ways in which you relate to me and others, whether or not you are aware of them, and then we analyze them so you can consciously begin to do something different. I want to make psychotherapy affordable, so I accept clients on a sliding scale basis, from $100 to $150. I would be happy to hear from you.
Briana Flesch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, LCSW-C, CST
Verified Verified
Buckingham, Arlington, VA 22203
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years experience working with adults and couples. With a warm but direct approach I encourage a client in their personal growth and development. I utilize a mix of therapies, with a strong basis in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and strengths based theories. I earned my B.A. in psychology and my Master of Social Work at Southern Illinois University - Carbondale. In previous internship and work experiences, I have worked in a variety of different settings including intensive community based programs, inpatient hospitals and outpatient services.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years experience working with adults and couples. With a warm but direct approach I encourage a client in their personal growth and development. I utilize a mix of therapies, with a strong basis in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and strengths based theories. I earned my B.A. in psychology and my Master of Social Work at Southern Illinois University - Carbondale. In previous internship and work experiences, I have worked in a variety of different settings including intensive community based programs, inpatient hospitals and outpatient services.
Lisa Zager, LPC, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Buckingham, Arlington, VA 22203 (Online Only)
My purpose in each therapeutic relationship is to create a safe environment where compassion and curiosity rule. I respect the courage it takes to explore vulnerability. I have just as much respect for protective strategies that are employed,no matter how constructive or destructive they may seem. In our time together we will focus on bringing clarity to both internal and external or relational distress. My education, training and experience have prepared me to address issues of grief, trauma and transition from many angles.
My purpose in each therapeutic relationship is to create a safe environment where compassion and curiosity rule. I respect the courage it takes to explore vulnerability. I have just as much respect for protective strategies that are employed,no matter how constructive or destructive they may seem. In our time together we will focus on bringing clarity to both internal and external or relational distress. My education, training and experience have prepared me to address issues of grief, trauma and transition from many angles.
Kathleen M Simpson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Buckingham, Arlington, VA 22203
With 25+ years experience providing psychotherapy to individuals and couples, I enjoy knowing and helping EACH client. Call/email me if you are struggling with anxiety/depression, low self-esteem, relationship/marital problems or everyday stress. My approach comes from training in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Attachment-based Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness. I enjoy working with individuals on problems of everyday living. The couples I see are stuck in negative cycles, or have experienced infidelity. I attend professional conferences/workshops regularly, and frequently collaborate with other professionals.
With 25+ years experience providing psychotherapy to individuals and couples, I enjoy knowing and helping EACH client. Call/email me if you are struggling with anxiety/depression, low self-esteem, relationship/marital problems or everyday stress. My approach comes from training in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Attachment-based Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness. I enjoy working with individuals on problems of everyday living. The couples I see are stuck in negative cycles, or have experienced infidelity. I attend professional conferences/workshops regularly, and frequently collaborate with other professionals.
I work collaboratively, creating an atmosphere of safety and honesty in which to address difficult issues and to pursue understanding and growth. I have worked with people dealing with a wide range of problems, including depression, anxiety, relationship and family issues, life transitions, identity issues, and the effects of traumatic experiences.
I work collaboratively, creating an atmosphere of safety and honesty in which to address difficult issues and to pursue understanding and growth. I have worked with people dealing with a wide range of problems, including depression, anxiety, relationship and family issues, life transitions, identity issues, and the effects of traumatic experiences.
For the past 15 years, I have been committed to working with preschool and school-aged children and their families who are struggling with anxiety and other emotional and behavioral regulation difficulties. I also support children and families through the complicated emotions of divorce, adoption, and other losses as well as the stress and threats to self-esteem that can accompany learning challenges, ADHD and social difficulties. I partner comprehensively with children, parents, schools, and other involved professionals with the aim of building the strongest possible foundation from which children can grow and thrive.
For the past 15 years, I have been committed to working with preschool and school-aged children and their families who are struggling with anxiety and other emotional and behavioral regulation difficulties. I also support children and families through the complicated emotions of divorce, adoption, and other losses as well as the stress and threats to self-esteem that can accompany learning challenges, ADHD and social difficulties. I partner comprehensively with children, parents, schools, and other involved professionals with the aim of building the strongest possible foundation from which children can grow and thrive.
My approach to therapy involves empowering persons to better understand themselves and acquire the tools to heal and make desired life changes. I utilize a combination of cognitive-behavioral and psychodynamic therapeutic orientations in my practice. Consistent with an emphasis on empowerment is my wholistic focus on total well being. I promote balance across all personal dimensions (spiritual, mental, emotional, physical, and social).
My life coaching practice draws from a similar wealth of psychological knowledge, however, with more of an educational emphasis. I facilitate the acquisition of problem solving and success orientation skills, aimed at enhancing personal empowerment and life satisfaction.
My approach to therapy involves empowering persons to better understand themselves and acquire the tools to heal and make desired life changes. I utilize a combination of cognitive-behavioral and psychodynamic therapeutic orientations in my practice. Consistent with an emphasis on empowerment is my wholistic focus on total well being. I promote balance across all personal dimensions (spiritual, mental, emotional, physical, and social).
My life coaching practice draws from a similar wealth of psychological knowledge, however, with more of an educational emphasis. I facilitate the acquisition of problem solving and success orientation skills, aimed at enhancing personal empowerment and life satisfaction.
Life can be overwhelming and sometimes we get "stuck" and need help navigating our way through tough obstacles. Therapy helps people identify, evaluate and solve problems effectively. We will work together to set goals, examine difficulties and find realistic solutions that provide relief and clarity. I utilize a warm interactive approach to treatment and incorporate empathy, honesty, and a sense of humor to create a comfortable environment. Because the way we think impacts the way we feel, individuals are taught skills to identify, challenge and modify negative thinking. In my work with couples, I provide strategies to improve communication, manage conflict and solidify trust.
Life can be overwhelming and sometimes we get "stuck" and need help navigating our way through tough obstacles. Therapy helps people identify, evaluate and solve problems effectively. We will work together to set goals, examine difficulties and find realistic solutions that provide relief and clarity. I utilize a warm interactive approach to treatment and incorporate empathy, honesty, and a sense of humor to create a comfortable environment. Because the way we think impacts the way we feel, individuals are taught skills to identify, challenge and modify negative thinking. In my work with couples, I provide strategies to improve communication, manage conflict and solidify trust.
As a Registered, Board-Certified Art Therapist, I provide supportive, strength-based, problem-solving, art therapy services. I encourage you to connect with the strengths you have as well as to identify and work through the challenges you currently face.
As a Registered, Board-Certified Art Therapist, I provide supportive, strength-based, problem-solving, art therapy services. I encourage you to connect with the strengths you have as well as to identify and work through the challenges you currently face.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.