Autism Therapists in Fairfax, VA
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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.
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.
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Alexis C Davis
Supervisee in Clinical Social Work, MSW, QMHP-AC, LMHP-e
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22033 (Online Only)
I am currently accepting new telehealth clients! My name is Alexis Davis, MSW, and I am a resident clinical social worker with Seek Serenity. I hold a Master of Social Work degree from George Mason University. I also have a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, with a minor in biology from the University of Maryland. With an additional background in neuroscience, I understand brain function as it relates to mental health. I've been working in mental health for 7 years and have experience across populations in various settings, including outpatient clinics, hospitals, and residential homes.
I am currently accepting new telehealth clients! My name is Alexis Davis, MSW, and I am a resident clinical social worker with Seek Serenity. I hold a Master of Social Work degree from George Mason University. I also have a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, with a minor in biology from the University of Maryland. With an additional background in neuroscience, I understand brain function as it relates to mental health. I've been working in mental health for 7 years and have experience across populations in various settings, including outpatient clinics, hospitals, and residential homes.
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I opened In Step, a private mental health practice, 25 years ago in the hope that children, teens, parents, and adults would see us as a safe place where they can learn and grow. I specialize in working with folks who struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, parenting struggles, and relationship problems. Using various approaches – Relational Psychotherapy, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, CBT (Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy), and Parent Coaching, I see clients alone, as part of a couple, and as part of the family.
I opened In Step, a private mental health practice, 25 years ago in the hope that children, teens, parents, and adults would see us as a safe place where they can learn and grow. I specialize in working with folks who struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, parenting struggles, and relationship problems. Using various approaches – Relational Psychotherapy, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, CBT (Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy), and Parent Coaching, I see clients alone, as part of a couple, and as part of the family.
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Kathy M Stevens
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have provided counseling services in a variety of environments, including community Mental Health, hospital, and home-based family service. I currently serve preschool through middle school age children who experience adjustment issues, anxiety, depression, learning disabilities, or developmental delays. Utilizing play therapy and experiential therapy with the children, I also encourage family participation in the counseling process. I serve couples and individuals as well. If you need assistance with relationship issues, dealing with depression or anxiety, or simply need a safe, nurturing environment to sort out the stresses of life, please call or send me an email.
I have provided counseling services in a variety of environments, including community Mental Health, hospital, and home-based family service. I currently serve preschool through middle school age children who experience adjustment issues, anxiety, depression, learning disabilities, or developmental delays. Utilizing play therapy and experiential therapy with the children, I also encourage family participation in the counseling process. I serve couples and individuals as well. If you need assistance with relationship issues, dealing with depression or anxiety, or simply need a safe, nurturing environment to sort out the stresses of life, please call or send me an email.
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Elizabeth Horrigan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030 (Online Only)
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).
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).
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Hi, I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Virginia. I received my Masters degree in Social Work form Catholic University in Washington, D.C. I have ben a practicing clinician for more than 15 years. I enjoy working with clients who struggle with and are challenged by their moods and anxiety. They want the better part of themselves to come forward but need encouragement and guidance to achieve their goals.
Hi, I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Virginia. I received my Masters degree in Social Work form Catholic University in Washington, D.C. I have ben a practicing clinician for more than 15 years. I enjoy working with clients who struggle with and are challenged by their moods and anxiety. They want the better part of themselves to come forward but need encouragement and guidance to achieve their goals.
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Kara Sheehan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030
I am an energetic and compassionate therapist who received my Master's degree from George Washington. I specialize in addressing trauma, depression, anxiety, and various mood disorders. My clients have described me as down-to-earth, present and intuitive. I have a unique knack in connecting with clients and provide a non-judgmental space. I tailor each therapeutic experience to the needs of each client but also specialize in utilizing art therapy in session.
I am an energetic and compassionate therapist who received my Master's degree from George Washington. I specialize in addressing trauma, depression, anxiety, and various mood disorders. My clients have described me as down-to-earth, present and intuitive. I have a unique knack in connecting with clients and provide a non-judgmental space. I tailor each therapeutic experience to the needs of each client but also specialize in utilizing art therapy in session.
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Heather Ann Harper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, BSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030
I am trained and certified in many clinical interventions that allows for an integrative approach. I incorporate skill building, trauma interventions, behavioral modification, resourcing, and collaborative work with others to provide the most effective results possible. Previous settings include: inpatient, outpatient, schools, home based therapy, sexual assault services, respite care, family services, emergency/crisis intervention and community mental health.
I am trained and certified in many clinical interventions that allows for an integrative approach. I incorporate skill building, trauma interventions, behavioral modification, resourcing, and collaborative work with others to provide the most effective results possible. Previous settings include: inpatient, outpatient, schools, home based therapy, sexual assault services, respite care, family services, emergency/crisis intervention and community mental health.
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I have extensive training and experience in the psycho-educational assessment and treatment of children, adolescents and adults. My prior experience with the school system and as Director of GMU's Cognitive Assessment Program has provided me with unique insight into numerous educational programs, including the special education system and the Advanced Academics Program (AAP). My goal throughout the assessment and diagnostic process is to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of or your child's pattern of learning strengths and needs. I specialize in the assessment of learning disorders (LD), ADHD, and other developmental concerns.
I have extensive training and experience in the psycho-educational assessment and treatment of children, adolescents and adults. My prior experience with the school system and as Director of GMU's Cognitive Assessment Program has provided me with unique insight into numerous educational programs, including the special education system and the Advanced Academics Program (AAP). My goal throughout the assessment and diagnostic process is to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of or your child's pattern of learning strengths and needs. I specialize in the assessment of learning disorders (LD), ADHD, and other developmental concerns.
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Danielle M Causley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030
Are you concerned that your child is worrying too much or their sadness is overwhelming them? It is painful to see your child nervous, isolated, unhappy, and alone. You may be worried that your teen is hurting but they will not open up to you. You know your teen should be active and engaged in a social life but they spend most of their time at home or on their electronic devices. Maybe your home life has become stressful and consumed with conflict and stress. You are sure that therapy is a good idea but you have no idea on how to convince them to try it out.
Are you concerned that your child is worrying too much or their sadness is overwhelming them? It is painful to see your child nervous, isolated, unhappy, and alone. You may be worried that your teen is hurting but they will not open up to you. You know your teen should be active and engaged in a social life but they spend most of their time at home or on their electronic devices. Maybe your home life has become stressful and consumed with conflict and stress. You are sure that therapy is a good idea but you have no idea on how to convince them to try it out.
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Gil Institute for Trauma, Recovery and Education
Psychologist, LCSW, LPC, PhD, RPT, RPT-S
Not Verified Not Verified
Fairfax, VA 22031
Gil Institute is an evidence-based group private practice that provides trauma- and practice-informed mental health services to individuals, especially young children, who have endured traumatic experiences. Our specific goals are to empower clients to access reparative energy, to acknowledge and express their pain in a variety of verbal and nonverbal ways, and to reduce the power of a traumatic event or relationship, so that healthy choices become real options.
Gil Institute is an evidence-based group private practice that provides trauma- and practice-informed mental health services to individuals, especially young children, who have endured traumatic experiences. Our specific goals are to empower clients to access reparative energy, to acknowledge and express their pain in a variety of verbal and nonverbal ways, and to reduce the power of a traumatic event or relationship, so that healthy choices become real options.
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Hi yall! I am a Resident in Counseling with over six years of experience in the mental health field. Having an empathetic heart has allowed me the opportunity to join others on their mental health journey. I have also faced various mental health challenges and I believe that therapy should be accessible to everyone! I like to take a person-centered, trauma-informed approach when first working together until we build the rapport and trust to explore other modalities such as CBT, Mindfulness, and Gestalt, among others.
Hi yall! I am a Resident in Counseling with over six years of experience in the mental health field. Having an empathetic heart has allowed me the opportunity to join others on their mental health journey. I have also faced various mental health challenges and I believe that therapy should be accessible to everyone! I like to take a person-centered, trauma-informed approach when first working together until we build the rapport and trust to explore other modalities such as CBT, Mindfulness, and Gestalt, among others.
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Sarah J Vavredge
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030
Sarah believes that therapy is a collaborative process between the therapist, the client and their family, that allows children and adolescents to be able to meet their full potential. She believes that each individual is unique and the therapeutic process can be tailored to meet their needs. Children and adolescents are able to develop tools and skills to help them process and address the challenges the face through the therapeutic process. Children and adolescents benefit from a person to explore their emotions, process transitions, and develop self-esteem and confidence. Therapy can help build lifelong coping skills and tools.
Sarah believes that therapy is a collaborative process between the therapist, the client and their family, that allows children and adolescents to be able to meet their full potential. She believes that each individual is unique and the therapeutic process can be tailored to meet their needs. Children and adolescents are able to develop tools and skills to help them process and address the challenges the face through the therapeutic process. Children and adolescents benefit from a person to explore their emotions, process transitions, and develop self-esteem and confidence. Therapy can help build lifelong coping skills and tools.
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Catherine Burgess
Resident in Counseling, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22033 (Online Only)
I am passionate working with folks who have experienced complex trauma or co-occurring diagnoses. I aim to help those I work with discover their inherent strengths and how to use those strengths to help facilitate their growth and healing. I often work folks at intersections of oppression helping them to navigate the challenges they experience while affirming their identites.
I am passionate working with folks who have experienced complex trauma or co-occurring diagnoses. I aim to help those I work with discover their inherent strengths and how to use those strengths to help facilitate their growth and healing. I often work folks at intersections of oppression helping them to navigate the challenges they experience while affirming their identites.
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I grew up with curiosity and befuddlement in equal measures. Only in college did I begin to trust in my ability to think and pursue a path that led to graduate work and training as an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker). Those training experiences included service as a hospital chaplain and the personal oceans of grief and loss. As an intern at a Veterans Administration's behavioral health clinic, and how war and chronic mental illness crossed paths daily to challenge patients, already isolated, even in their own families.
I grew up with curiosity and befuddlement in equal measures. Only in college did I begin to trust in my ability to think and pursue a path that led to graduate work and training as an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker). Those training experiences included service as a hospital chaplain and the personal oceans of grief and loss. As an intern at a Veterans Administration's behavioral health clinic, and how war and chronic mental illness crossed paths daily to challenge patients, already isolated, even in their own families.
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I specialize in the treatment of mood disorders, anxiety disorders, personality disorders, self-injury, and suicidality. She has provided treatment to adolescents and adults in both individual, family and group settings. I utilize evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and am intensively trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
I specialize in the treatment of mood disorders, anxiety disorders, personality disorders, self-injury, and suicidality. She has provided treatment to adolescents and adults in both individual, family and group settings. I utilize evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and am intensively trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
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Keith D Huffman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22033 (Online Only)
My ideal client are the ones who tried therapy in the past, felt like it didn't match or work as well as they had wanted and are hesitant to try again but hold out hope that they can have the life they always wanted. One of the greatest feelings I have as a therapist is watching a client is seeing a client go from lack of confidence and hope to to a place of confidence, peace and happiness.
My ideal client are the ones who tried therapy in the past, felt like it didn't match or work as well as they had wanted and are hesitant to try again but hold out hope that they can have the life they always wanted. One of the greatest feelings I have as a therapist is watching a client is seeing a client go from lack of confidence and hope to to a place of confidence, peace and happiness.
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in Luck Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030
Waitlist for new clients
Your journey in life has brought you to seek therapy from a professional. Therapy has the power to improve the quality of your life if you trust the process. Should you decide to hire us for this very important job, our focus will be on helping you feel strong and confident again. In the beginning, we will spend time listening to your story. We will then collaboratively identify realistic therapeutic goals.
Your journey in life has brought you to seek therapy from a professional. Therapy has the power to improve the quality of your life if you trust the process. Should you decide to hire us for this very important job, our focus will be on helping you feel strong and confident again. In the beginning, we will spend time listening to your story. We will then collaboratively identify realistic therapeutic goals.
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Courtney Parks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22033 (Online Only)
Welcome to Water Lily Therapy! My primary areas of practice include depression, anxiety, chronic illness, grief and loss, low self-esteem, OCD, LGBTQIA+ and trauma. My approach is eclectic, but based primarily in Client-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, with inclusions of motivational interviewing and narrative therapy techniques. When appropriate, I love to incorporate creative interventions such as art, film and humor! I believe that the bond formed between therapist and client is the foundation for healing, change and growth. My goal is to create a safe space for a person to feel truly heard, accepted and valued.
Welcome to Water Lily Therapy! My primary areas of practice include depression, anxiety, chronic illness, grief and loss, low self-esteem, OCD, LGBTQIA+ and trauma. My approach is eclectic, but based primarily in Client-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, with inclusions of motivational interviewing and narrative therapy techniques. When appropriate, I love to incorporate creative interventions such as art, film and humor! I believe that the bond formed between therapist and client is the foundation for healing, change and growth. My goal is to create a safe space for a person to feel truly heard, accepted and valued.
Virginia Home-Based Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030
Virginia Home-Based Counseling, P.C. is an intensive in-home counseling service for children, adolescents, and their families. The goal is to address problems and provide therapeutic services designed to empower individuals and families, allowing them to develop and lead healthier lives. The primary goal of this program is to preserve the family unit and prevent the unnecessary placement of children outside of their homes or community. We are dedicated to providing the highest level of comprehensive mental health and substance abuse services to our community, including but not limited to: assessments, crisis intervention and treatment, individual and family counseling, life skills training, therapeutic parenting techniques, communication and relationship enhancement, individual case management, and 24-hour emergency response.
Virginia Home-Based Counseling, P.C. is an intensive in-home counseling service for children, adolescents, and their families. The goal is to address problems and provide therapeutic services designed to empower individuals and families, allowing them to develop and lead healthier lives. The primary goal of this program is to preserve the family unit and prevent the unnecessary placement of children outside of their homes or community. We are dedicated to providing the highest level of comprehensive mental health and substance abuse services to our community, including but not limited to: assessments, crisis intervention and treatment, individual and family counseling, life skills training, therapeutic parenting techniques, communication and relationship enhancement, individual case management, and 24-hour emergency response.
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