Therapists in Fairfax County, VA

I am dedicated to helping people realize their personal and relational potential. My expertise and passion is in sex and relationship therapy, and LGBTQ, kink, and polyamory friendly work. I specialize in issues of trauma, sexual assault and abuse, and domestic violence. I assist people in understanding their unhelpful thinking patterns, navigating healthy relationship dynamics, and difficulties in communication.

Do you struggle with anxiety? Do your emotions often feel like they're running wild? Are you a people pleaser who fears saying no? As a clinician with a passion for empowering individuals of all ages, including adults, children, and teens, I've encountered and successfully guided clients facing various struggles like Anxiety, ADHD, emotional dysregulation, and depression. Together, we'll uncover the root causes of your emotional turmoil. I'm here to listen, understand, and offer compassionate support as we embark on this transformative journey.

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 am a licensed clinical psychologist with over ten years of experience providing therapeutic services to children, adolescents, and adults. During my time in the mental health field, I have worked in a variety of settings such as emergency services, residential treatment, LGBTQIA+ behavioral health clinic, community mental health, university-counseling center, and private practice. I focus therapy to promote positive wellbeing and resiliency. My overall objective is to help individuals to become their own therapist, so that they feel empowered to move through life with dignity, grace, and compassion.

I love working with adolescents and adults in a private practice setting. I view therapy as a partnership and requires a person's active involvement to help change their thoughts, feelings and behaviors. I enjoy adolescents the most because of their complex issues while trying to navigate the world with all the environmental stressors that arise.

Are you ready to challenge yourself? Do you feel there is a gap between your true potential and your current achievements? Does your thinking pattern keep you from enjoying life? If your answer to any of these questions is Yes then we should probably talk. I have been a psychotherapist since 1991 and can certainly offer valuable, diagnostic, and therapeutic interventions to help you realistically define and achieve your goals. Whether you want to improve your relationship or marriage, get ahead in your career, put traumatic memories behind, or remain drug-free I can help you move in that direction.

Poor communication? Fighting over the little things? Infidelity? I help couples break through current patterns of interaction and learn to interact and communicate with each other in a totally different way. Using research based techniques, I teach couples the skills needed to stop fighting and begin working with each other. The result is a functional, healthy relationship and a more intimate connection. I work with individuals to eliminate stress, anxiety, depression, self-doubt, and self-sabotaging behaviors. I draw from extensive formal training as well as life experiences for effective, results-oriented therapy sessions.

Welcome, and thank you for considering me as a therapist to partner with you on your therapy journey! I am Christine Buzitsky, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in North Carolina and Virginia. I have twenty-five years of experience working with adults, adolescents, children, couples, and families to address relationship issues, anxiety, depression, women's issues, grief, ADHD, coping with chronic medical concerns, and life transitions. I believe therapy must be individualized to the client.

Do you find yourself feeling sad or anxious for no particular reason? Do you sometimes wish you had help managing life and all of its challenges? I can help you by providing a compassionate, safe, and non-judgemental place to express your deepest thoughts and feelings and explore options to resolve the problems you are facing.

Do you feel alone and misunderstood in your relationship? Are you wanting to get past the same predictable argument? Or maybe you'd like to make some improvements in your relationship or get back to a place where you had a better connection? Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT) has been shown in studies to help the majority of distressed couples recover. I am certified in EFT and can help you and your partner create a more consistent connection.

Do you just need someone to talk to? A safe, judgement-free space to process the daily stressors of life? Maybe you are less focused on being diagnosed and want to learn how to better manage your emotions, or improve your interpersonal skills. In addition to being that judgement-free listening ear, I would like to offer a holistic, client-centered treatment that empowers you to meet your personal therapy goals.

My work as a therapist is informed by my belief in our capacity as human beings to heal. Further, my work is informed by my belief that we all have wounds, issues, and growth needs that, if not addressed and healed, impact our ability to live in an intentionally loving, open, and meaningful way—NOW! By focusing on the inner power we have to choose health and well- being, I gently join you in your life journey as you pursue a deeper understanding of your Self and the challenges you face (abuse, abandonment, losses, grief, depression, anger, anxiety, image issues, guilt, shame, forgiveness needs, etc.).

What if you could deeply connect with people, trust yourself fully, and wake up excited for life? Difficult life events led you to coping in ways that were vital for surviving in the past, but now they are holding you back from living the life you want. I offer the opportunity for change. I can help you understand these protective parts of yourself, and gain a deeper Self awareness. By working together, we can heal the parts of you that are stuck in the past, and have kept you from moving forward. These parts show up as addiction, anxiety, depression, & self sabotage to distract from the pain beneath.

I specialize in working with teens and adults struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, adjustment, and trauma. Many people I work with feel stuck in their lives and have lost their sense of direction, purpose, and meaning. Filled with negative self-judgement, fear, anxiety, disconnection and hopelessness, they are looking to find a deep sense of peace, inspiration, and empowerment to live the life they really long for.

Stress and related symptoms can to be best addressed for the purpose strengthening coping skills, gaining relief from painful emotional symptoms, improving personal relationships and work productivity. I provide a safe, private environment to talk things over and feel understood as a unique individual, in order to change ways of coping that haven't been working. I help gain insight into feelings and behaviors that get in your way, preventing the past from interfering in the present and replacing self-destructive patterns of behavior with opportunity for a more satisfying life. I offer ketamine assisted therapy as well.

We know that humans are wired for resilience and connection. My expertise is in helping people and relationships heal from difficult experiences to find a way to thrive. I work with adults, adolescents, couples, and families and whether you are struggling from issues involving anxiety or depression, relationship issues, or processing past wounds, I guide clients from a strength-based approach. I would be happy to talk with you about we can address specific goals you are hoping to work through in a calm, safe place.

I am a therapist with 20 years of experience partnering with people on their journey to build their best life. I believe in a person-centered, strengths-based approach in therapy to walk with you through challenges. At times, everyone can benefit from self-care and learning more about oneself to determine next steps forward.

Are you missing out on all that life has to offer because of depression, anxiety, and/or relationship problems? If so, I can help. Through supportive, collaborative, and interactive sessions, I provide a safe environment in which to overcome the obstacles that prevent you from functioning at your best and connecting with others.

The road to transformation is through conversation! I am a counselor and executive coach combining over 30 years of extensive interpersonal communication expertise and corporate background experience. I work with individuals (couples and groups) from all walks of life who feel stuck, hurt or struggling with their own pain and challenges. Are you feeling low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, trauma, caught in a cycle of repetitive destructive behaviors (such as alcohol and drug use), experiencing PTSD, dysfunctional interpersonal relationships, workplace stress/bullying, social injustice or lacking direction, meaning and purpose?