Female Therapists in Engleside, VA
PsycYourMind
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
Engleside, VA 22309
I hold space for Black women on the cancer continuum and those living in immunocompromised bodies.
I'm no longer paneled with insurance companies. Out-of-Network Benefits (the quick and dirty): you can submit a "superbill" (that I generate) to your insurance company for consideration of getting up to 100% of money paid for therapy (terms apply). I have sixteen years of clinical and research experience. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Maryland; Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia; and, Approved Clinical Supervisor in both states. Free phone consultation. Email/Portal > Phone. Waiting room vibes.
I hold space for Black women on the cancer continuum and those living in immunocompromised bodies.
I'm no longer paneled with insurance companies. Out-of-Network Benefits (the quick and dirty): you can submit a "superbill" (that I generate) to your insurance company for consideration of getting up to 100% of money paid for therapy (terms apply). I have sixteen years of clinical and research experience. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Maryland; Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia; and, Approved Clinical Supervisor in both states. Free phone consultation. Email/Portal > Phone. Waiting room vibes.
Andrea Zalzal Sanderson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Engleside, VA 22309
Transform feelings of unworthiness. Disconnection, a sense of not having your own voice, or being invisible and discounted… it all needs to change. It’s been too long and too costly. The expense of not taking action is affecting you emotionally, physically, and spiritually. Whether it is feeling struck in relationships, jobs or with parenting or co-parenting. Perhaps, it is struggling with depression, anxiety, illness, or a major life transition. I can help.
Transform feelings of unworthiness. Disconnection, a sense of not having your own voice, or being invisible and discounted… it all needs to change. It’s been too long and too costly. The expense of not taking action is affecting you emotionally, physically, and spiritually. Whether it is feeling struck in relationships, jobs or with parenting or co-parenting. Perhaps, it is struggling with depression, anxiety, illness, or a major life transition. I can help.
Feeling like you're living a life that isn't truly yours? Struggling to find your purpose, feeling lonely, stressed, or anxious as a result? I can guide you through these thoughts and emotions to find harmony and fulfillment in your life. My unique journey, transitioning from a 20-year career in dentistry to finding my purpose in counseling, provides me with a distinct perspective. As an Egyptian-American Christian, I intimately understand the challenges of cultural assimilation, offering a diverse and empathetic outlook to my clients.
Feeling like you're living a life that isn't truly yours? Struggling to find your purpose, feeling lonely, stressed, or anxious as a result? I can guide you through these thoughts and emotions to find harmony and fulfillment in your life. My unique journey, transitioning from a 20-year career in dentistry to finding my purpose in counseling, provides me with a distinct perspective. As an Egyptian-American Christian, I intimately understand the challenges of cultural assimilation, offering a diverse and empathetic outlook to my clients.
With 20 years of experience as a dedicated therapist, I believe deeply in the healing power of play. In my practice, I create a safe, nurturing environment where children can express themselves, process emotions, and build essential life skills—all through the natural language of play. I recognize how difficult it can be for families to ask for help, and my goal is to walk alongside both children and parents on their journey toward healing and growth. Through trusted relationships, I support children in developing coping skills, navigating life’s challenges, and ultimately finding peace within themselves.
With 20 years of experience as a dedicated therapist, I believe deeply in the healing power of play. In my practice, I create a safe, nurturing environment where children can express themselves, process emotions, and build essential life skills—all through the natural language of play. I recognize how difficult it can be for families to ask for help, and my goal is to walk alongside both children and parents on their journey toward healing and growth. Through trusted relationships, I support children in developing coping skills, navigating life’s challenges, and ultimately finding peace within themselves.
Svandis Geirsdottir
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Engleside, VA 22309
Waitlist for new clients
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, irritability, sadness of the unknown? Watching everyone moving on with their lives and being successful? Are you battling with emotions, thoughts and/or behaviors that perhaps are self deprecating or self-sabotaging that creates cycle of shame/guilt or judgement? Sometimes we need sounding board to hear ourselves to sort out facts and myths. I will assist you by creating safe, honest and open dialogue in a non-judgmental setting, to support you in identifying and meeting yours goals. Watching people achieve their potential is the most rewarding aspect of my work.
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, irritability, sadness of the unknown? Watching everyone moving on with their lives and being successful? Are you battling with emotions, thoughts and/or behaviors that perhaps are self deprecating or self-sabotaging that creates cycle of shame/guilt or judgement? Sometimes we need sounding board to hear ourselves to sort out facts and myths. I will assist you by creating safe, honest and open dialogue in a non-judgmental setting, to support you in identifying and meeting yours goals. Watching people achieve their potential is the most rewarding aspect of my work.
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Now accepting new Aetna clients! Being a human can be really hard sometimes. Maybe it’s hard because there’s an area in our lives where we struggle, like in our careers or relationships. Perhaps, we’ve experienced some painful times that we haven’t fully healed from or find ourselves engaging in problematic behaviors. Whatever our struggles, I’ve found that psychotherapy can help reduce our suffering and help connect us to the joy of being alive.
Now accepting new Aetna clients! Being a human can be really hard sometimes. Maybe it’s hard because there’s an area in our lives where we struggle, like in our careers or relationships. Perhaps, we’ve experienced some painful times that we haven’t fully healed from or find ourselves engaging in problematic behaviors. Whatever our struggles, I’ve found that psychotherapy can help reduce our suffering and help connect us to the joy of being alive.
Robyn Brickel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
15 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22310
We look forward to helping you heal from your past hurts and live the life you were meant to! Treating individuals (adolescents & adults), couples, and families dealing with: Trauma, Abuse, Dissociation; Addictions, Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACOA) ; Body Image issues and Eating Disorders; Self-Harming behaviors, Anxiety, depression, and other mood disorders; Challenged family systems; Chronic illness; Dysfunctional relationships; Life transitions; Loss and bereavement; Relationship distress; Maternal Mental Health Issues; Self esteem; LGBTQ+ and sexual identity issues/struggles. Please see our website.
We look forward to helping you heal from your past hurts and live the life you were meant to! Treating individuals (adolescents & adults), couples, and families dealing with: Trauma, Abuse, Dissociation; Addictions, Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACOA) ; Body Image issues and Eating Disorders; Self-Harming behaviors, Anxiety, depression, and other mood disorders; Challenged family systems; Chronic illness; Dysfunctional relationships; Life transitions; Loss and bereavement; Relationship distress; Maternal Mental Health Issues; Self esteem; LGBTQ+ and sexual identity issues/struggles. Please see our website.
Monique J Deely
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22315
An awareness of our inner state of being and how to connect with the stillness is an important part of our journey to wellness and well-being. I offer this to all of my clients. I am a licensed clinical social worker with 22 years of experience working with children, adolescents and their families in residential treatment, outpatient behavioral health and hospice care. I have also worked with adults providing individual, couples therapy, and hospice care. For 10 years, I have worked with military families in the D.C. area addressing issues around military life, deployment, resilience, and mental health.
An awareness of our inner state of being and how to connect with the stillness is an important part of our journey to wellness and well-being. I offer this to all of my clients. I am a licensed clinical social worker with 22 years of experience working with children, adolescents and their families in residential treatment, outpatient behavioral health and hospice care. I have also worked with adults providing individual, couples therapy, and hospice care. For 10 years, I have worked with military families in the D.C. area addressing issues around military life, deployment, resilience, and mental health.
Are you someone who is seeking a safe and supportive space to explore your thoughts and feelings? You may be struggling with overwhelming stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, self-esteem issues, or the lingering effects of trauma. You are ready to invest in yourself and your mental health and believe that therapy can help you overcome obstacles and live a more fulfilling life. I am a compassionate and experienced therapist committed to providing a safe and supportive space for individuals of all ages. With a focus on child and adult counseling, I utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches to address unique needs and goals.
Are you someone who is seeking a safe and supportive space to explore your thoughts and feelings? You may be struggling with overwhelming stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, self-esteem issues, or the lingering effects of trauma. You are ready to invest in yourself and your mental health and believe that therapy can help you overcome obstacles and live a more fulfilling life. I am a compassionate and experienced therapist committed to providing a safe and supportive space for individuals of all ages. With a focus on child and adult counseling, I utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches to address unique needs and goals.
Are you a mother who is feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or just generally searching for your identity? Maybe you just gave birth and you are adjusting to the many changes of your body, family and overall surroundings. Or you have been a mother for a while and you are feeling stressed over everyday tasks and you are struggling to figure out how to manage it all. Motherhood requires so much of us and in return it can sometimes leave us feeling empty or forgotten. If you are looking to rediscover yourself, prioritize your needs and manage your life with children in the way that God has designed, you have found your therapist.
Are you a mother who is feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or just generally searching for your identity? Maybe you just gave birth and you are adjusting to the many changes of your body, family and overall surroundings. Or you have been a mother for a while and you are feeling stressed over everyday tasks and you are struggling to figure out how to manage it all. Motherhood requires so much of us and in return it can sometimes leave us feeling empty or forgotten. If you are looking to rediscover yourself, prioritize your needs and manage your life with children in the way that God has designed, you have found your therapist.
Abbey Wiltzius
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22309 (Online Only)
Being a human is not easy. The good news is that we don't have to navigate it alone. Psychotherapy is a partnership that can support and empower you through difficult experiences, find hope, and create a greater sense of meaning and purpose in your life.
Being a human is not easy. The good news is that we don't have to navigate it alone. Psychotherapy is a partnership that can support and empower you through difficult experiences, find hope, and create a greater sense of meaning and purpose in your life.
Cerissa Rhodes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22306
Are you overwhelmed with worry, racing thoughts, or stress? Are you feeling frustrated with your child's big emotions, meltdowns, worry or concerned about the scary situation they experienced? Does it impact your sleep? Are you freezing or panicking in everyday situations? Is your child is panicking? Together, we'll work on rewiring the brain for peace. I specialize in teaching ways to manage the stress, reduce the worry and the skills to manage symptoms leading to a sense of safety. You will gain the skills to control your thoughts, manage your emotions and get back to living the life you want.
Are you overwhelmed with worry, racing thoughts, or stress? Are you feeling frustrated with your child's big emotions, meltdowns, worry or concerned about the scary situation they experienced? Does it impact your sleep? Are you freezing or panicking in everyday situations? Is your child is panicking? Together, we'll work on rewiring the brain for peace. I specialize in teaching ways to manage the stress, reduce the worry and the skills to manage symptoms leading to a sense of safety. You will gain the skills to control your thoughts, manage your emotions and get back to living the life you want.
Christine Ellis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mount Vernon, VA 22121 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Every individual is unique, whole and complete. Sometimes we have a hard time acknowledging this part and embracing who we are. Perhaps you need extra support or new tools to help navigate where you are at this moment in life. If you are seeking holistic approaches in order to release old energies on your healing journey, you've come to the right place. These approach along with thinking outside the box will empower you to figure out what works best in order to move forward.
Every individual is unique, whole and complete. Sometimes we have a hard time acknowledging this part and embracing who we are. Perhaps you need extra support or new tools to help navigate where you are at this moment in life. If you are seeking holistic approaches in order to release old energies on your healing journey, you've come to the right place. These approach along with thinking outside the box will empower you to figure out what works best in order to move forward.
Clara A Marshall
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MS, LPC, CCDC, QMHP
Verified Verified
Alexandria, VA 22306
As a psychotherapist with over 30 years in the field of counseling, social work, substance abuse and mental health my focus is to help clients work on “Letting Go" of past hurt, trauma, release negative feelings and open up to personal growth. Clients will find the office to be welcoming, safe, respectful, and non-judgmental. This structure is designed to allow the client to experience freedom as they explore the journey to find meaning, understanding, and purpose. I provide guidance using psychological CBT modalities and techniques to help the client change thoughts, change emotions, change behaviors and change their lives.
As a psychotherapist with over 30 years in the field of counseling, social work, substance abuse and mental health my focus is to help clients work on “Letting Go" of past hurt, trauma, release negative feelings and open up to personal growth. Clients will find the office to be welcoming, safe, respectful, and non-judgmental. This structure is designed to allow the client to experience freedom as they explore the journey to find meaning, understanding, and purpose. I provide guidance using psychological CBT modalities and techniques to help the client change thoughts, change emotions, change behaviors and change their lives.
Laken Lackie
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Franconia, VA 22310
Has life presented some challenges lately and figuring out where to begin feels like a really big step? You don’t have to do this alone. I believe that we all have the capability to overcome life’s challenges and that you are the expert on your own story. From this, I help clients see their inherent strengths, accompany them on their healing journey, and empower them with the tools they need to be successful. Through a holistic, multicultural lens, I help clients find fulfillment within themselves and the communities they identify with.
Has life presented some challenges lately and figuring out where to begin feels like a really big step? You don’t have to do this alone. I believe that we all have the capability to overcome life’s challenges and that you are the expert on your own story. From this, I help clients see their inherent strengths, accompany them on their healing journey, and empower them with the tools they need to be successful. Through a holistic, multicultural lens, I help clients find fulfillment within themselves and the communities they identify with.
Kim Whyte
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MAC, SAP, CPCS, CCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22308
Waitlist for new clients
Treating you with respect, empathy, and positive regard is my personal commitment. We will collaborate on an individualized plan to provide counseling, support, and prevention services for individuals, couples, and organizations. Challenges addressed include: grief, anxiety, relationship challenges, parenting, inclusivity, career transitions, multicultural sensitivity, depression, sleep challenges, trauma, combat-related symptoms, communication skills. DOT SAP Evaluations, alcohol & substance use assessments, and emotional wellness coaching
Treating you with respect, empathy, and positive regard is my personal commitment. We will collaborate on an individualized plan to provide counseling, support, and prevention services for individuals, couples, and organizations. Challenges addressed include: grief, anxiety, relationship challenges, parenting, inclusivity, career transitions, multicultural sensitivity, depression, sleep challenges, trauma, combat-related symptoms, communication skills. DOT SAP Evaluations, alcohol & substance use assessments, and emotional wellness coaching
As a therapist, I have been awed by the diversity of experiences and strengths of those I have had the privilege to work with. We all go through difficult times in our lives in which we find ourselves stuck and unhappy. There is no shame in reaching out for help. In fact, it is a very courageous thing to do. In my private practice, I work with individuals who may have experienced trauma or feel anxious and depressed but don't know why. I also have extensive experience working in the field of addictions/recovery.
As a therapist, I have been awed by the diversity of experiences and strengths of those I have had the privilege to work with. We all go through difficult times in our lives in which we find ourselves stuck and unhappy. There is no shame in reaching out for help. In fact, it is a very courageous thing to do. In my private practice, I work with individuals who may have experienced trauma or feel anxious and depressed but don't know why. I also have extensive experience working in the field of addictions/recovery.
Mari J Itzkowitz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, TAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22306
Everyone experiences loss. Seldom do we allow ourselves to fully experience loss or it's impact. When someone dies, we change jobs, or even have a child, there is loss. When we choose to address these losses, past or present, we can begin to heal, and with healing comes unlimited possibility. I work with families/individuals/children and the impact family dynamics have on their lives; adoptees and their families as they deal their losses; bereaved individuals and groups after the death of a loved one; transitional loss and role adjustment included "empty nest"; corporate downsizing; career counseling; and relationship issues.
Everyone experiences loss. Seldom do we allow ourselves to fully experience loss or it's impact. When someone dies, we change jobs, or even have a child, there is loss. When we choose to address these losses, past or present, we can begin to heal, and with healing comes unlimited possibility. I work with families/individuals/children and the impact family dynamics have on their lives; adoptees and their families as they deal their losses; bereaved individuals and groups after the death of a loved one; transitional loss and role adjustment included "empty nest"; corporate downsizing; career counseling; and relationship issues.
Rimsha Ali
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Alexandria, VA 22315 (Online Only)
As a mental health therapist with a South Asian heritage and experience as the eldest daughter of immigrant parents, I deeply understand cultural nuances and intergenerational trauma. This background enriches my ability to offer culturally sensitive and compassionate therapy to diverse clients of all ages and sexual orientations. I am committed to creating a safe, non-judgmental space where every client feels heard, valued, and empowered on their journey toward healing and personal growth.
As a mental health therapist with a South Asian heritage and experience as the eldest daughter of immigrant parents, I deeply understand cultural nuances and intergenerational trauma. This background enriches my ability to offer culturally sensitive and compassionate therapy to diverse clients of all ages and sexual orientations. I am committed to creating a safe, non-judgmental space where every client feels heard, valued, and empowered on their journey toward healing and personal growth.
Welcome to my therapy practice. We can all feel 'stuck' or overwhelmed at times, and our lives can be impacted by negative behavioral patterns, difficulty in relationships, and ongoing struggles with pain and suffering. Therapy is a process where, as partners, we move towards having a deeper understanding of yourself, your feelings and reactions, and your relationships. We will work to improve your ability to cope with challenges, to make progress towards personal goals, and to experience positive changes that allow increased satisfaction with self, life, and relationships. I look forward to starting this process with you!
Welcome to my therapy practice. We can all feel 'stuck' or overwhelmed at times, and our lives can be impacted by negative behavioral patterns, difficulty in relationships, and ongoing struggles with pain and suffering. Therapy is a process where, as partners, we move towards having a deeper understanding of yourself, your feelings and reactions, and your relationships. We will work to improve your ability to cope with challenges, to make progress towards personal goals, and to experience positive changes that allow increased satisfaction with self, life, and relationships. I look forward to starting this process with you!
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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.