Anxiety Therapists in Fairfax, VA

A positive well being is important to live a fulfilling life. I believe that therapy is every person’s journey in their own time and process. I offer a safe space and non-judgmental perspective to allow for self discovery, healing and growth—strength to meet life’s challenges. I use a person centered, resilience based and solution focused approaches. I will work with you to set manageable goals and become the best version of you.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor with 20 years of experience, my primary goal is to help you lead a happier and healthier life. With empathy, knowledge, and respect, I work with individuals to empower personal growth and development. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, family relational problems, ADHD, or any other difficulty, I'm committed to helping you achieve your goals and improve your quality of life. Remember, we all need someone to talk to at some point in our lives, and I'm here to support you on your journey towards a brighter future.

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.

We are currently accepting new clients with immediate openings! Creating a safe and supportive relationship is foundational in therapy. It lays the groundwork for clients to feel comfortable with exploring their feelings and challenges. Utilizing various methods allows our team to develop plans that individually address different client needs and preferences. By incorporating a blend of therapeutic approaches, therapists can tailor interventions to meet the unique needs and preferences of each client, fostering a safe and supportive environment for personal growth and well-being.

Are you having difficulty working through a traumatic experience, anxiety or depression? Have you been experiencing difficulty breaking patterns and making lasting change in your life? I work with people who are experiencing difficulty in their life as a result of these issues and other issues including PTSD, ADHD, Grief & Loss, and difficulty in family relationships. I aim to work with each client to determine their goals and find approaches that will help them achieve those goals.

For whatever reason you've made your way here. Whatever the reason is, I want you to know this-your thoughts and feelings...are safe with me. Maybe you don't have specific goals defined. Maybe you aren't sure where to start in therapy. That's ok. What you do know is that you want to feel better. The ultimate goal is to be able to manage one's own personal challenges, resulting in emotional stability, peace of mind, and a better life. A major predictor of success in therapy is the relationship between therapist and client. I see myself as your agent for change. When you are ready call for an appointment at 703-220-0107.

Hello, and thank you for considering me as your therapist. My areas of expertise include working with individuals of all ages struggling with behavioral and emotional issues, including anger management, anxiety, depression, and relationship problems. Additionally, I have experience working with clients struggling with spiritual issues and those with family members with emotional struggles. I am also qualified to provide clinical supervision (VA & MD) to intern counselors, helping them develop their skills and knowledge to become effective therapists. I am also pleased to offer therapy sessions in Korean as well.

I enjoy the opportunity to work with clients in individual psychotherapy, couples therapy and family work (adolescents/adults/older adults). Many of my clients are challenged by depression, anxiety, relationship obstacles, low self-esteem, mood disorders, eating disorders, attachment issues and grief and life transition struggles. In my practice, I work with a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic theory, and attachment-based couples treatment and to work with the client collaboratively in the treatment process. In addition, I administer psychological testing to clients (ages 7+ to adulthood).

I am a licensed professional counselor in Virginia with 12 years of professional work experience. When I work with clients, listening to understand instead of hearing to respond is a priority. I believe it is imperative that I develop a sound understanding of my client's subjective worldview to meet them where they are and disrupt maladaptive thoughts and patterns of behavior. My objective is to collaborate with my clients in order to help them identify, address, and resolve matters that reinforce and/or contribute to their presenting concern(s).

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Level II Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. It is my mission to enhance the lives of every individual and family I serve, though building healthy relationships and emphasizing the importance of total wellness. I practice a person-centered approach and incorporate elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Mindfulness techniques to help adolescents and adults who experience trauma, mood disorders, psychosis, anxiety, family and relationship conflict, life stage transitions, and every-day stressors.

My goal in therapy is to hold a compassionate, non-judgmental space for clients to explore their inner lives and make day-to-day life better, one step at a time. I utilize a variety of evidenced-based approaches, including cognitive behavior therapy, mindfulness, and acceptance and commitment therapy. I help clients connect their mind and body when it comes to healing from traumatic and difficult life experiences. My clients report that connecting the mind and body promote a greater sense of goundedness and authenticity.

Seeking therapy can often be a difficult decision and can create anxiety and ambiguity about what the process will entail. However, Dr. Khanchandani functions from the foundation for a positive experience in therapy which first begins with establishing a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship. Doing so, can encourage positive growth towards goals. Therapy is facilitated with transparency about what to expect from the process and goals are formulated collaboratively. Interventions are recommended based on individual's goals and needs. Effective and open communication is encouraged about therapeutic process and progress on goals

It can be difficult under normal circumstances to know when to seek outside help for your child. If your child is experiencing distress or engaging in behaviors that are interfering with their ability to participate successfully in life, then you are on the right track in seeking additional support. I work in collaboration with children and the adults in their life to help target goal areas and provide practical support. As a licensed school psychologist I have a range of experience working with children-teens in support of their social, emotional, learning, and behavioral needs in private and public school settings.

I help women through trying to conceive, infertility issues, grief and loss, adoption, pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond. Becoming a mother does not always go as expected, and parenting little humans can bring up a lot of big feelings. I am certified in perinatal mental health with specific training in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, like postpartum (PP) depression, PP anxiety and PP OCD. I understand the unique experience of taking on this new role while still trying to maintain your own identity. I am here to support you throughout your journey of becoming a parent so that you can be the best version of yourself possible.

Our mind supports us in so many ways. But from time to time our mind needs support just like the rest of our body. Events in our life may impact our mind. You might have just gotten some challenging health news, recently lost a loved one, or sometimes it’s something from your past that keeps popping up. Or it could be the day to day of witnessing sadness in the news. Regardless of the reason, your mind deserves the same care as the rest of your body. My specialties include trauma, grief, anxiety, and health conditions (including fertility journeys and perinatal care).

Life can be difficult, but you don't need to struggle through it alone. I can help you cope with Stress, Fear, Anxiety, Depression, as well as Substance Use issues. I will help you resolve Male and/or Female Relationship issues as well as those "stuck" feelings or not knowing where you want to go in your life. Together, we can change your feelings of feeling Overwhelmed to one of confidently handling your life and its challenges. I will assist you in resolving the Traumas interfering with your current life plans.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and owner of Restore Counseling, LLC. I understand that finding the right counselor can be a daunting task and I hope to help you in that process. As a therapist, my goal is to create a safe place for you to express what you are experiencing. I look forward to hearing about the changes you would like to see in your life and working with you to make these changes a reality.

Our experiences shape us, and it is healing to explore, identify, and understand the formative and relational dynamics that influence us in the present. Together, we can challenge or reaffirm core beliefs, process trauma, work through difficult patterns and triggers, and learn to recognize and safely feel emotions. I believe that the role of the therapist is to provide a safe base camp for an individual to discover a path to their own healing. I want to help you explore and find change through therapeutic connection and relationship.

Living a life with more joy and fulfillment is truly possible for you. With a full heart, I will walk with you to develop a healthier sense of self, nurture positive behavioral and thought patterns that leads to personal growth and healing. My personal model of therapy integrates your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors while providing a way for you to drive your therapy sessions to a place where you feel acknowledged and empowered. As a licensed professional counselor (LPC-S) in Virginia, my core competencies center around my work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.