Child Therapists in Arlington, VA
Seeking therapy is the first step to restoring your life. Hello, my name is Shojuana Ayers. I have over 13 years of clinical experience working with children, adolescents, families and couples with a wide range of concerns. My job as a therapist is to help guide individuals through a healing experience from there current situation through self-awareness, the use of positive coping strategies, and empowerment. My role is to help empower individuals and guide them to realize there inner strength.
Seeking therapy is the first step to restoring your life. Hello, my name is Shojuana Ayers. I have over 13 years of clinical experience working with children, adolescents, families and couples with a wide range of concerns. My job as a therapist is to help guide individuals through a healing experience from there current situation through self-awareness, the use of positive coping strategies, and empowerment. My role is to help empower individuals and guide them to realize there inner strength.
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Whether you, your child, or your family are facing problems that are affecting your daily life and happiness, you have come to the right place for a comfortable, accessible,and compassionate experience.
Sometimes even the strongest people need help to work through life’s more challenging problems. I offer psychotherapy to children, teens, adults, couples, and families, using a variety of modalities such as psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, play therapy, and family systems approaches. Working collaboratively, I tailor therapy to successfully address the client’s individual needs and goals. I also offer consultation with interested colleagues on issues involved in diagnosis and therapy, working with allied professionals, and encounters with the legal system.
Whether you, your child, or your family are facing problems that are affecting your daily life and happiness, you have come to the right place for a comfortable, accessible,and compassionate experience.
Sometimes even the strongest people need help to work through life’s more challenging problems. I offer psychotherapy to children, teens, adults, couples, and families, using a variety of modalities such as psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, play therapy, and family systems approaches. Working collaboratively, I tailor therapy to successfully address the client’s individual needs and goals. I also offer consultation with interested colleagues on issues involved in diagnosis and therapy, working with allied professionals, and encounters with the legal system.
Mark DeYoung
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22203 (Online Only)
Mark DeYoung is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over twenty-five years experience counseling and helping families and children. He currently provides Telehealth counseling services for families in Texas, Arizona and Florida. His private practice includes work with marriages, parents, teens, young children, foster children, adoptive families, and individual adult clients. Dr. DeYoung is an award-winning author of the book Revolutionary Marriage - How to Have a Marriage that Changes the World. He has presented his marriage conference internationally.
Mark DeYoung is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over twenty-five years experience counseling and helping families and children. He currently provides Telehealth counseling services for families in Texas, Arizona and Florida. His private practice includes work with marriages, parents, teens, young children, foster children, adoptive families, and individual adult clients. Dr. DeYoung is an award-winning author of the book Revolutionary Marriage - How to Have a Marriage that Changes the World. He has presented his marriage conference internationally.
Elizabeth Greene - Decoding Relationships, LLC
LPC Intern, MEd, LMHPe, RIC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22207 (Online Only)
As a combat veteran of the U.S. Army, I take pride and specialize in working with members of the military, veterans and their families. I also specialize in working with adults, couples, families and children. I have considerable experience in working with those experiencing symptoms of PTSD, stress, depression, anxiety, & mood disorders. Counseling may improve your physical, mental, spiritual well-being, as well as personal and professional relationships. My goal is to make the counseling process as welcoming as possible in a collaborative way that can serve to further uncover your mental & emotional challenges and strengths.
As a combat veteran of the U.S. Army, I take pride and specialize in working with members of the military, veterans and their families. I also specialize in working with adults, couples, families and children. I have considerable experience in working with those experiencing symptoms of PTSD, stress, depression, anxiety, & mood disorders. Counseling may improve your physical, mental, spiritual well-being, as well as personal and professional relationships. My goal is to make the counseling process as welcoming as possible in a collaborative way that can serve to further uncover your mental & emotional challenges and strengths.
Dr. Michael Davis
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22201
Waitlist for new clients
I work with children, adolescents, and adults.
Many of my patients have been in therapy before, where they used skills and strategies to better manage their lives, but have found that this was not deep enough to make lasting changes. So, I don’t give advice or come with a pre-arranged agenda. Instead, we focus on your concerns and what you have to say while gradually developing a strong therapeutic relationship which is the most important factor in therapy. My role is first and foremost to listen attentively and without judgment so you have space to think, feel, and talk.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults.
Many of my patients have been in therapy before, where they used skills and strategies to better manage their lives, but have found that this was not deep enough to make lasting changes. So, I don’t give advice or come with a pre-arranged agenda. Instead, we focus on your concerns and what you have to say while gradually developing a strong therapeutic relationship which is the most important factor in therapy. My role is first and foremost to listen attentively and without judgment so you have space to think, feel, and talk.
Courtney Dressler
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22202 (Online Only)
I am experienced working with children and adolescents as they navigate life and family transitions.
Welcome, I'm glad you found my page. As a counselor, I embrace a collaborative process and strive to empower clients to lead their own counseling journey, as the expert of your life, situations, and experiences. In my role as a counselor, I work with clients by providing support through reflection, perspective, and by serving as a sounding board through your counseling process.
I am experienced working with children and adolescents as they navigate life and family transitions.
Welcome, I'm glad you found my page. As a counselor, I embrace a collaborative process and strive to empower clients to lead their own counseling journey, as the expert of your life, situations, and experiences. In my role as a counselor, I work with clients by providing support through reflection, perspective, and by serving as a sounding board through your counseling process.
Kate Scharff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22201
I'm a Washington, DC area (DC/MD/VA) therapist with over 35 years' experience helping individuals, couples and families to navigate such issues as relationship difficulties (including around communication, intimacy and infidelity), parenting and co-parenting, anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief and trauma. I maintain a general practice of individual and couple therapy. A separate part of my practice is dedicating to working with individuals, couples and children going through separation and divorce. I'm also an author and trainer of mental health professionals and family lawyers. Learn more about me at www.katescharff.com.
I'm a Washington, DC area (DC/MD/VA) therapist with over 35 years' experience helping individuals, couples and families to navigate such issues as relationship difficulties (including around communication, intimacy and infidelity), parenting and co-parenting, anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief and trauma. I maintain a general practice of individual and couple therapy. A separate part of my practice is dedicating to working with individuals, couples and children going through separation and divorce. I'm also an author and trainer of mental health professionals and family lawyers. Learn more about me at www.katescharff.com.
Catherine Hadeed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 20301 (Online Only)
I work with diverse populations including children, adolescents, adults, and families. My areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, LGBTQ+ issues (lived experience), and trauma. I've practiced in a range of settings including community mental health, non-profit, and private practice. I am committed to creating a space of support, safety and collaboration. I currently see clients virtually throughout the state of Virginia.
I work with diverse populations including children, adolescents, adults, and families. My areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, LGBTQ+ issues (lived experience), and trauma. I've practiced in a range of settings including community mental health, non-profit, and private practice. I am committed to creating a space of support, safety and collaboration. I currently see clients virtually throughout the state of Virginia.
My goal is to identify and bring out the strengths in your child, increasing their confidence, while providing family training and skill building to increase the quality of life for all family members.
I have over 11 years working with children, and 5 years working specifically with children who have neurological and developmental disabilities. I am a Board Certificated Behavior Analyst and a Licensed Behavior Analyst in the state of Virginia. I build rapport with my clients and their families, bringing a compassionate, strength-based, holistic approach to behavioral treatment.
My goal is to identify and bring out the strengths in your child, increasing their confidence, while providing family training and skill building to increase the quality of life for all family members.
I have over 11 years working with children, and 5 years working specifically with children who have neurological and developmental disabilities. I am a Board Certificated Behavior Analyst and a Licensed Behavior Analyst in the state of Virginia. I build rapport with my clients and their families, bringing a compassionate, strength-based, holistic approach to behavioral treatment.
Celestial Hope Rising Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LPC, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22202 (Online Only)
Celestial Hope Rising Services is a mental health behavioral agency dedicated to providing clients of all ages and backgrounds with specialized services that cater to various challenges such as generational trauma, parent- child relationship issues, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, behavioral concerns, and family conflict.
At Celestial Hope Rising Services, we believe in innovative ways to inspire open space for independent learning, growth, and development while upholding our core values of integrity, compassion, empowerment, person-centered care, and innovative approaches. Our agency aims to ensure our clients receive the best care and support for their well-being and quality of life. Our experienced team of professionals provides individualized care and treatment in a safe and non-judgmental environment, supporting clients on their journey to better mental health and resiliency. Join us on a journey towards better health and a brighter future.
Celestial Hope Rising Services is a mental health behavioral agency dedicated to providing clients of all ages and backgrounds with specialized services that cater to various challenges such as generational trauma, parent- child relationship issues, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, behavioral concerns, and family conflict.
At Celestial Hope Rising Services, we believe in innovative ways to inspire open space for independent learning, growth, and development while upholding our core values of integrity, compassion, empowerment, person-centered care, and innovative approaches. Our agency aims to ensure our clients receive the best care and support for their well-being and quality of life. Our experienced team of professionals provides individualized care and treatment in a safe and non-judgmental environment, supporting clients on their journey to better mental health and resiliency. Join us on a journey towards better health and a brighter future.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22203 (Online Only)
I have experience working with children and young adults in both outpatient and crisis-based settings and am trained and passionate about treating those struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem and life changes.
Feeling overwhelmed trying to manage anxiety, depression, relational problems or life changes? Are you looking for support but nervous about starting therapy? It is my priority to provide a safe, validating and encouraging space for all individuals to be able to share and grow. We will work together to help process and understand your needs and help create positive and meaningful changes in your life.
I have experience working with children and young adults in both outpatient and crisis-based settings and am trained and passionate about treating those struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem and life changes.
Feeling overwhelmed trying to manage anxiety, depression, relational problems or life changes? Are you looking for support but nervous about starting therapy? It is my priority to provide a safe, validating and encouraging space for all individuals to be able to share and grow. We will work together to help process and understand your needs and help create positive and meaningful changes in your life.
Shelly Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22201
Shelly has experience in treating complex trauma, anxiety, depression, parent- child relational concerns, and low self-esteem/confidence.
Shelly enjoys helping individuals and families struggling to manage challenging life circumstances. She uses a strengths-based approach to encourage healing, life transitions and promoting a positive change in an individual’s life.
Shelly has experience in treating complex trauma, anxiety, depression, parent- child relational concerns, and low self-esteem/confidence.
Shelly enjoys helping individuals and families struggling to manage challenging life circumstances. She uses a strengths-based approach to encourage healing, life transitions and promoting a positive change in an individual’s life.
Rachel Scharf
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 20301
I know how hard it can be to take the first steps to reach out for help, both for your children and as parents.
Are you struggling with managing big feelings of anxiety or sadness? Are you just not sure how to cope with life transitions or big changes in adolescence and young adult life? As a therapist, I am here to help and give you a space to vent or learn new tools to help you navigate through life and all of its obstacles! I specialize in grief, trauma, anxiety, ADHD, life transitions, and relational stressors. I utilize a psychodynamic approach that is client led. It is up to you to decide the pace you feel comfortable going at at the topics or goals you want to address together!
I know how hard it can be to take the first steps to reach out for help, both for your children and as parents.
Are you struggling with managing big feelings of anxiety or sadness? Are you just not sure how to cope with life transitions or big changes in adolescence and young adult life? As a therapist, I am here to help and give you a space to vent or learn new tools to help you navigate through life and all of its obstacles! I specialize in grief, trauma, anxiety, ADHD, life transitions, and relational stressors. I utilize a psychodynamic approach that is client led. It is up to you to decide the pace you feel comfortable going at at the topics or goals you want to address together!
Jessica R Stoler
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22209 (Online Only)
I am a Certified Complex Trauma Professional Level II and have extensive experience working with individuals dealing with trauma and related symptoms. I am real/down to earth and easy to talk to. In session, I foster an environment that is sensitive to clients'/parents' needs. Clients are encouraged to openly express thoughts/feelings so that we can focus on setting goals, identifying feelings and patterns, developing healthy/positive attitudes and behaviors, and problem solving. I would be honored to work with you/your child/family to move away from distress and towards wellness and increased satisfaction and happiness!
I am a Certified Complex Trauma Professional Level II and have extensive experience working with individuals dealing with trauma and related symptoms. I am real/down to earth and easy to talk to. In session, I foster an environment that is sensitive to clients'/parents' needs. Clients are encouraged to openly express thoughts/feelings so that we can focus on setting goals, identifying feelings and patterns, developing healthy/positive attitudes and behaviors, and problem solving. I would be honored to work with you/your child/family to move away from distress and towards wellness and increased satisfaction and happiness!
I am also trained to support children, adults, and families coping with ADHD.
Congratulate yourself on taking the first step towards prioritizing the state of your mental health. Let's be honest. Suffering from a traumatic experience SUCKS! Your life can be made to feel more fragmented, confusing, unstable, and unsafe. The ripples can have negative effects on your state of mind, your ability to form and nurture healthy relationships and other domains of life. As a result, you may experiences increased anxiety, sleep issues, trying to make meaning out of life, anger issues, more substance use than usual, impaired relationships, increased risky behaviors, and suicidality. You're ready to do the work.
I am also trained to support children, adults, and families coping with ADHD.
Congratulate yourself on taking the first step towards prioritizing the state of your mental health. Let's be honest. Suffering from a traumatic experience SUCKS! Your life can be made to feel more fragmented, confusing, unstable, and unsafe. The ripples can have negative effects on your state of mind, your ability to form and nurture healthy relationships and other domains of life. As a result, you may experiences increased anxiety, sleep issues, trying to make meaning out of life, anger issues, more substance use than usual, impaired relationships, increased risky behaviors, and suicidality. You're ready to do the work.
I have experience and specialized training in the assessment and treatment of individuals struggling with substance use, depression, anxiety, trauma, relational issues, grief and loss. Additionally, I have worked with neurodivergent children, including those diagnosed with autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, in addressing socio-emotional challenges. I have worked in a variety of settings including juvenile detention centers, rehabilitation centers, community agencies and outpatient mental health clinics, providing me with exposure to a broad range of cultural/socio-economic backgrounds and mental health issues.
I have experience and specialized training in the assessment and treatment of individuals struggling with substance use, depression, anxiety, trauma, relational issues, grief and loss. Additionally, I have worked with neurodivergent children, including those diagnosed with autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, in addressing socio-emotional challenges. I have worked in a variety of settings including juvenile detention centers, rehabilitation centers, community agencies and outpatient mental health clinics, providing me with exposure to a broad range of cultural/socio-economic backgrounds and mental health issues.
I work with adolescents and adults using a range of therapy skills from play based therapy to cognitive restructuring because everyone needs something different! Additionally, I am nationally certified to provide Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TF-CBT) to children 12-18.
Welcome to therapy! Whether you’re here for the first time or you’re looking for a check-up you have made the decision to care for yourself. Therapy is about you and the change you want to see for yourself. My goal is to help you feel confident in finding your own solutions to problems no matter the source. This is a partnership, so whether you're struggling with past trauma, relationships, or life changes we will work together to identify and explore barriers holding you back and grow your strengths so you can be fully...You. I have a special interest in exploring how culture and identity impact and sometimes complicate our lives.
I work with adolescents and adults using a range of therapy skills from play based therapy to cognitive restructuring because everyone needs something different! Additionally, I am nationally certified to provide Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TF-CBT) to children 12-18.
Welcome to therapy! Whether you’re here for the first time or you’re looking for a check-up you have made the decision to care for yourself. Therapy is about you and the change you want to see for yourself. My goal is to help you feel confident in finding your own solutions to problems no matter the source. This is a partnership, so whether you're struggling with past trauma, relationships, or life changes we will work together to identify and explore barriers holding you back and grow your strengths so you can be fully...You. I have a special interest in exploring how culture and identity impact and sometimes complicate our lives.
I work with adults of all ages, adolescents and children and couples.
Life comes with many complex challenges. Sometimes we feel alone or inadequate and experience difficulty being fully authentic with others. Other times, we lack the necessary support, or open ourselves up to being hurt by others. Mental health is strongly influenced by our ability to get our needs met. Psychotherapy is a process where we take a close look at your needs, including the thoughts and feelings you have when you feel stuck. By identifying, fleshing out and contextualizing your reactions, we gain a deeper and nuanced understanding of you. This process will help you find freedom of choice and greater fulfillment.
I work with adults of all ages, adolescents and children and couples.
Life comes with many complex challenges. Sometimes we feel alone or inadequate and experience difficulty being fully authentic with others. Other times, we lack the necessary support, or open ourselves up to being hurt by others. Mental health is strongly influenced by our ability to get our needs met. Psychotherapy is a process where we take a close look at your needs, including the thoughts and feelings you have when you feel stuck. By identifying, fleshing out and contextualizing your reactions, we gain a deeper and nuanced understanding of you. This process will help you find freedom of choice and greater fulfillment.
Laura Eagle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, AADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22206
I currently work with adults and children across a wide range of problem areas and therapy modalities.
Hello! Whether you are interested in online tele-therapy or face to face sessions, I offer a warm, accepting, and confidential space to explore your problems and concerns, and a partnership where we can work together to address them whether you are here for yourself, your child, or your family, I approach therapy and counseling as a collaborative and relational endeavor where we put together my expertise with the strengths and the strivings that have gotten you (or your child) this far.
I currently work with adults and children across a wide range of problem areas and therapy modalities.
Hello! Whether you are interested in online tele-therapy or face to face sessions, I offer a warm, accepting, and confidential space to explore your problems and concerns, and a partnership where we can work together to address them whether you are here for yourself, your child, or your family, I approach therapy and counseling as a collaborative and relational endeavor where we put together my expertise with the strengths and the strivings that have gotten you (or your child) this far.
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