Therapists in Fairfax County, VA

Lately the stress of everyday life has become more overwhelming. Emotions are running high and have started to negatively impact your relationships with others. Maybe you just don’t feel quite like yourself. You have tried to cope on your own but find it frustrating that nothing seems to work, at least not for very long. The road to change can be a long process, but you do not have to make this journey alone. Therapy helps to identify patterns that can keep us feeling “stuck” and develops insight and skills that guides us on our paths forward.

I am an Adjunct Associate Professor of Psychiatry at Georgetown University School of Medicine & Director of a think tank with decades of experience. My specialities include attachment issues, PTSD & dissociation, family of origin work, complicated grief, depression & anxiety, marriage & family issues, childbirth prep & pregnancy loss, transgender & sexuality, overcoming rape, incest & child abuse or even a difficult childhood, negotiating relationships with parents & adult children, achieving health goals including weight loss, maximizing your full health potential & joyfulness in life and energy healing.

I have worked as a counselor for 7 years and have worked with children, adolescents, and adults with various diagnoses and in a variety of settings such as intensive in-home, school based, addiction/recovery, outpatient, and supervisory roles. Counseling needs to be a safe place and a counselor needs to be a person who can handle talking about the tough stuff. Counseling is not polite conversation. I begin the counseling relationship with developing emotional safety, educating clients about mental health and creating a better understanding of what is going on with them, processing their experiences, and developing a "toolbox" to

Welcome! I am a therapist dedicated to supporting adults in their journey to change. I specialize in treating trauma, PTSD, attachment injuries, depression, anxiety, life transitions, grief, and loss. My therapeutic approach is eclectic and tailored to each client's unique needs, combining elements from EMDR, attachment theory, polyvagal theory, ego states/internal family systems (IFS), emotionally focused therapy (EFT), and adaptive memory processing. As an EMDR-trained therapist, I completed the requirements for EMDR certification in July 2023.

It's the time of year for change, growth, and resolutions! Accepting Clients! Are you not feeling like yourself, dealing with stress in this post-COVID haze, or would like to process anxiety? Therapy is a great way to deal with the things that happen in your life and I would like to walk through this journey with you. I work with teens and adults who are suffering from anxiety and depression along with other issues such as emotional regulation, attachment, behavioral issues, transitions, and impulse control disorders.

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 see teens, adults, couples, and families, and my focus areas include anxiety, eating disorders, prenatal and postpartum, trauma, PTSD, depression, life transitions, marital and premarital issues, sex, infidelity, codependency, parenting, self-esteem, self-harm, and borderline personality disorder. Additionally, I dedicated three years to a research study focused on enhancing resiliency for military families after deployment, and find great fulfillment in working with veterans.

As a dedicated and compassionate Master of Social Work (MSW) professional currently working towards licensure as a Clinical Social Worker, I am passionate about empowering individuals to overcome life's challenges. I am committed to providing a supportive and growth-oriented space for those seeking guidance and healing. I believe that using tools such as CBT, DBT, solution-focused work, and trauma-informed interventions can allow people the opportunity to grow into the person they desire. I am currently under the supervision of Heather Harper, LCSW, ensuring that I adhere to the highest ethical and professional standards.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Virginia. I earned my Masters Degree in Social Work at Virginia Commonwealth University and my Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Maryland. I have been working in the clinical field since 1999. My passion is working directly with people who are experiencing challenges and assisting them through difficult times. I believe in the strength of individuals to overcome obstacles in life but recognize that everyone needs support through these times. A variety of evidence based practices assist clients in reaching their goals and living a fuller life.

The goal of all therapy and counseling is to reduce suffering. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, impulsivity, ADHD, relationship problems, traumatic past, gender identity, sexual orientation, or just feeling stuck and dissatisfied with life, therapy can be a powerful vehicle for holistic change and increased peace and contentment. By focusing on your natural strengths we work collaboratively to identify the roadblocks internally and externally getting in the way of leading a fulfilled life.

OCD is a heavy burden. And it feels even heavier when nothing seems to help, including therapy. Maybe you feel that OCD is just something you have to tolerate for the rest of your life. I don’t believe that “coping” is your only option. I believe OCD is treatable. And I believe you can make deep-seated and long-lasting change. Together, we’ll look beyond your diagnosis and subtype, and understand the beliefs that maintain the OCD in your life. This can be daunting, but I’ll be there with you every step of the way offering guidance and support.

I believe that during times of exploration and life crises it is helpful to have a safe supportive environment and a caring, knowledgeable professional to reflect and learn with. Challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, readjustment to loss and other changes can be disarming and disorienting. Complicated family dynamics, transitions and developmental tasks along with ineffective communication patterns are hard to untangle alone. When faced with conflicting wants and needs as well as difficult problem-solving and decision-making situations, having a professional who you can confide in and not feel judged by is a welcomed relief.

Even the most resilient adults, teens and kids need support for the challenges life sends our way. During this time of uncertainty, I am here to partner with you as a collaborative support. My clients describe me as genuine and warm, while providing the opportunity for reflection and growth. You don't have to live with anxiety, depression or overwhelming trauma. You can thrive even in the most challenging of life transitions and relationship challenges, but you don't have to do it alone. You are taking the first step towards connecting back to your true and whole self.

If your child is struggling to focus or learn, psychological testing can help you understand what the problem is and what to do next. I specialize in psychological testing for children, teens, and adults with ADHD, learning disorders (such as dyslexia), autism, and mental health conditions. I will help you understand your child’s unique strengths and challenges and give you a roadmap for the most effective strategies and interventions. I frequently work with children who are gifted and twice-exceptional. I also offer IQ testing that can be used as part of the application process for private schools or advanced academic programs.

We all may experience everyday challenges in personal relationships, employment, and life transitions, resulting in stress, depression, anxiety, substance use, and other symptoms preventing us from living a more fulfilling and meaningful life. Part of it is that we are not aligned and instead we are stuck repeating patterns and holding to negative perceptions about ourselves and the world. I work under the premise that each individual has the capacity to heal old wounds by FINDING MEANING TO LIVED EVENTS, ADAPTING, TRANSFORMING, and FINDING BALANCE in life.

Located in Lynchburg. Hi, I'm Chuck Rodgers, the founder and one of the therapists at our Center. I became frustrated with traditional 45 minute sessions & grew tired of seeing my clients leave frustrated & hurting at the end of yet one more session that drug therapy out week after week. Thus so, I decided that I was going to do it differently. Because of this I have narrowed my focus to working in 1 & 2 Day Intensive formats and have now made it available on the weekend. Marriage Trouble? Let's do a weekend and change that...

We all have a human need to feel connected – to our loved ones, our communities, and the world around us. Sometimes, however, emotional roadblocks or negative thought patterns can create walls that make genuine connections difficult. Therapy can be a powerful tool to explore these very issues. Imagine therapy as a safe space where you can freely explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors without judgment. Brianna's approach is collaborative and authentic, meaning you'll work together as a team to uncover how these internal factors might be impacting you.

Anyone who is seeking out change is already on the right path. Making the decision to work with a therapist can be challenging, but as with most things in life, it is often about the relationship. Whatever the issue is that brings you to therapy, whether it’s depression, anxiety, or trauma, removing the barriers that are standing in the way of a more vital life is a brave step. My specific interest areas are interpersonal conflict, family issues and supporting individuals in confidence building and self advocacy.

I specialize in helping people with transitions due to some loss or change within their life. These usually include relationship issues,mid-life issues,career change, toxic workplaces as well as other life crises that bring forth anxiety and depression. I provide testing and coaching for career/job issues. Right brain techniques using Neurolinguistic Programming makes changing faster and deeper. I have been in practice for over thirty years. Within 3 months of weekly sessions you will notice positive changes in your relationship with yourself and/or others. See YouTube to view my award winning program Spotlight on Mental Health.