Therapists in Clarendon-Courthouse, Arlington, VA

Calvin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) providing holistic psychotherapy. He offers a unique blend of Eastern wisdom and Western training to help you overcome life's challenges, such as feeling stuck, difficulty changing old habits, or maintaining healthy relationships. Calvin provides compassionate support, free of judgment to promote healing and growth. A cornerstone of his approach is helping you address past experiences and heal in order to cultivate empowerment and find the confidence to meet your life goals.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges? Struggling with anxiety, depression or relationship issues? You are not alone. I'm here to provide support with a friendly, empathetic, and professional approach. With 25 years of experience as a therapist and licensed clinical social worker, I specialize in creating a safe and judgment-free space for individuals and couples seeking a deeper understanding of themselves and their partners.

A trusting, one-on-one relationship with an empathic therapist can be a safe environment for exploration and nonjudgmental feedback, as well as a powerful agent for healing, growth, and change. I am a licensed clinical psychologist who provides Telehealth psychological services for individuals and couples. I use an integrative approach in therapy, allowing me to tailor treatment needs to each individual rather than to a diagnosis.

In today's challenging world, the experience of being stressed and overwhelmed is all too familiar. Whether your difficulties are related to relationships, work, parenting challenges, finances, or physical/medical challenges (among others), therapy can provide a place to share your current struggles and work through past difficulties. I offer support and validation, as well as a gentle push when necessary, in order to help you gain better control of your life and emotions.

I am passionate about helping people improve their well-being and regain a sense of hope. Trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), I help clients improve sleep by exploring beliefs and circadian rhythm issues that hinder sleep. CBT-I is a powerful protocol that the American College of Physicians recognizes as the first-line treatment for adults with chronic insomnia. In addition to sleep therapy, I utilize biofeedback to train heart rate variability (HRV), which aids in regulating nervous system functioning, decreasing anxiety, enhancing emotional regulation, and improving stress management.

As your therapist, I provide a warm and supportive space where you can talk freely without being judged. I won't just sit there – instead, I'll ask questions, offer suggestions, and reflect on what you share. Together, we'll work on dealing with the things that are bothering you in your everyday life, be it challenges with relationships, work, or family. Whether our work is one-on-one, with you two as a couple, my clients gain valuable insights and practical tools to get unstuck and move forward. Imagine leaving each session feeling understood, empowered, and equipped to navigate life with confidence.

My goal is to meet people where they’re at along their journey with understanding and acceptance. Practicing independently since 2009, I have had the pleasure of working with people from all walks of life, backgrounds, and cultures. I believe therapy is a tool to cultivate meaningful change that allows us to live more fully in the present. I consider it a privilege to help others gain insight, find acceptance, and change unhelpful thinking patterns so they can feel more satisfied with life. In my approach, all personal goals are respected and valued. I believe everyone can be successful in their personal growth with the right tools.

As a licensed clinical psychologist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and find ways to be your best self. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can use them to better understand and resolve the current challenges in your life. By working collaboratively, we can adjust behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

The thought of someone being upset with you makes your skin crawl. Another day gone by where you kept your thoughts to yourself to keep the peace. Big emotions and conflict feel dangerous and you fear as soon as you say what you’re feeling, people will judge and leave you. Being agreeable and going along with what others want feels like the safest way to live. You're spending the day replaying convos in your head, questioning if you said the wrong thing and worrying if that person is mad at you. You're exhausted from always apologizing, but backing down would cause conflict and you'd be seen as a problem for others.

Offering help for depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, stress and burnout. Working with adults, college & grad students and professionals, including people in sensitive and high-profile roles for whom discretion & privacy are paramount. Here you will get a therapist that has a deep and unique understanding of suffering, a therapist that is skillful, knowledgeable, real, transparent and compassionate. A therapist that gets it and has expertise in diagnosis and treatment based on advanced knowledge of human development, psychotherapeutic treatment and advanced knowledge of research in psychology.

Difficulties in life can often result in unfulfilling/unhelpful circumstances or patterns of thoughts and behaviors. It is during these times, the times when you just feel "stuck," that gaining an understanding of the issue(s) at hand while enhancing life skills can increase your resilience. As a therapist, I work to empower my clients and facilitate conversations that help them gain a deeper understanding of their past, present or future concerns while exploring effective ways to foster lasting growth, healing and wellness.

Feeling lost, alone, or scared is a common experience, and many of us struggle with thoughts like, "Nobody understands me," "I don't deserve help," or "Others have it worse, so why should I be kind to myself?" Many of us tell ourselves a variation of this from time to time. Perhaps, the recent job market changes and layoffs might have shaken your trust in your employer or career field, leaving you uncertain about your next steps. Let's work together to explore your personal journey and strengthen your relationships with yourself and others. Let’s navigate this path together, finding clarity and building resilience along the way.

CURRENT in-person/telehealth openings. Do you feel overwhelmed, worried, or stuck? Are you experiencing relationship challenges or wanting to build your self-confidence? Navigating your way through life’s challenges can be exhausting and lonely. I will provide you with the support and tools you need to gain a better understanding of your concerns, work through life’s challenges and confidently make the changes you need to live a fulfilling and meaningful life. My approach is warm, empathic, and collaborative. I want you to feel comfortable, and aim to create a safe and and non-judgmental space for you to work through your worries.

Are you working through a life transition? Are there concerns with relationships in your life that you're hoping to work through? The best place to start is where you are. You may be seeking support in making changes to your life to support your overall health. My practice focuses on highlighting the strengths you have and how to identify areas of growth. If you're looking to improve your relationships, your ability to cope with stress, or are in a life transition, then we might be a good match. I also have many years of experience working with people with autism and other disabilities and can support people with those unique needs.

I understand it takes a lot of courage to open up to the prospect of therapy, to uncover and take on personal challenges. I am focused on a client-oriented approach to understanding people as individuals, with various backgrounds and personal experiences. I recognize clients have diverse and unique visions, and my purpose is to be a facilitator of growth based on the client’s idea of physical, emotional, and mental well-being. I aim to help clients give voice to their experiences and work through present and past challenges using tailored interventions. I am informed by psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral theory.

Are you struggling to find a healthy work life balance, feeling overwhelmed in your professional or academic life, and/or not able to make time for yourself or your loved ones? Do you often ask yourself, why does it seem like everyone has it together except me? Do you wish that you had a significant other, but feel lost in the dating world? Perhaps you find that your thoughts keep you up at night, or you are dealing with feelings of sadness that are interfering with your personal and professional/ academic growth. Maybe you find that your worries keep you from making friends or connecting with others.

As a clinical sexologist, I help folks explore pleasure and better communicate in intimate relationships. As a relationship counselor, I work with couples and poly folks to improve their communication and connection. As a feminist therapist, I help clients dig deep to uncover their personal power, untangle anxiety and heal from trauma. I'm pro-choice, queer/bisexual identified, and welcome LGBTQ+ clients. I'm a curious counselor, and I help people dig to the roots of their pain. Fees are $250 for couples (self-pay only, but can provide superbill for OON benefits).

Are you struggling with past traumas, anxiety, or relationship conflicts? You are not alone, and you do not need to face these issues alone. I understand the pain and confusion that trauma may cause, the overwhelming nature of anxiety, and the sense of disconnection that comes with relationship issues. Let me help you navigate through these difficulties and move forward.

I have availability! Schedule a 15-min consult with me by clicking on my website. Prior to working as a counselor, I worked in a demanding industry and understand the stresses that come with working a high-pressure job. I understand the importance of maintaining “work-life harmony” between family life, recreation, health, faith, and time on the job. These are the timbers, or beams, on which we build each layer of our lives. No person is an island and I believe in helping people build their natural support systems, which include family, friends, teammates, and colleagues to name a few.