Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Lansdowne, VA

Anisha Zaman, MSW, is a Clinical Social Work Supervisee with over three years of diverse experience, spanning from elementary schools to international high schools, and partial hospitalization programs. She has had the privilege of working with adolescents and young adults from varied cultural backgrounds. Anisha offers specialized expertise in areas including Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, Body Image, Self-esteem, Suicidal Ideations, Self-Injurious Behavior, and gender/sexuality identity exploration. She provides unwavering support to survivors of gender-based violence.

Ashley Aguirre, M.A., a Resident in Counseling, obtained her Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Marymount University. With over three years in community-based counseling and residential substance abuse treatment, Ashley adeptly aids children (from age 6), adolescents, and young adults navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, self-esteem, stress, and substance abuse. Her therapeutic methods include Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.

Stephanie Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor since 2003. Stephanie graduated with a Master's in Education with a specialty in agency counseling from George Mason University. She has 30 years of experience working for the Community Services Board in Fairfax County. During this time, Stephanie worked in residential, day treatment and outpatient services. She has experience working with children, adolescents, families and adults. Her passion is to help individuals and families to improve their relationship with themselves and other people in their lives.

Christina is licensed in VA, DC, and NJ and can see clients in all three states through telehealth. She is also a Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional (PMH-C). She currently works with clients ages 17 and over. She specializes in women’s issues including perinatal mental health. She has vast experience working with client’s struggling with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, stress and relational issues. As a military spouse, Christina has a soft spot for other military spouses and families, understanding how difficult life transitions and uncertainty can be. She considers her approach eclectic and holistic.

Embark Behavioral Health is a leading network of exceptional treatment and therapy programs across the United States. We specialize in preteens, teens, and young adults, struggling with anxiety, depression, and other mental health and substance abuse issues. Our programs include in-home treatment, virtual coaching and counseling, outpatient clinics, that offer intensive outpatient programs (IOPs), and therapeutic day treatment programs, also known as a partial hospitalization program (PHPs), wilderness therapy, short-term residential treatment programs, long-term residential treatment, therapeutic boarding schools, and young adult transitional living options.

Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Virginia. I obtained my Ph.D. in Clinical and School Psychology from Hofstra University. I have over 18 years of experience working with families, helping them navigate the challenges of mental illness, including anxiety, depression, phobia, ADHD, Autism, PTSD, and Bipolar Disorder. I use evidence-based techniques from Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and other treatment modalities to tailor treatment to the needs of my clients.

I provide therapy for teens and adults dealing with depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and trauma. If you feel like you are white-knuckling your way through life, you don't need more willpower- you need support that will help you build emotional and mental tools to handle life’s challenges. Are you pretending everything is alright, but you are falling apart inside? You are probably noticing how this is affecting all areas of your life, your health, and your relationships suffer. You may be wondering if life can be any different. If you feel like you can’t get away from feelings of anxiety, guilt and shame-there is hope.

My journey with mental health has shaped who I am. While everyone's experience is personal, mine fuels my dedication to support others through their challenges. In a society that often misunderstands mental health, I strive to create a haven for self-discovery, reminding you that you're never alone. I hold a Bachelor's from Mary Baldwin University and an MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Eastern Mennonite University.

Get the support you need to move through this difficult life chapter with skilled navigation. With over 15 years in practice, I've developed an integrative approach to treatment that meets you where you are and helps you refine the direction you want to go. You'll not only find a safe and supportive space to work through your concerns, but you will also discover real tools and actionable steps to begin to feel more like your true self. "There is an unseen life that dreams us. We can trust ourselves more than we realize and have no fear of change." John O'Donohue

Licensed in VA, MD, WVA and NC. Are you struggling with your overall mental wellness? Have you tried therapy in the past and not seen the progress you were expecting? I am here to offer support and collaborate with you to find hope. Therapy is a shared journey to identify new insights and work on finding actionable solutions. I actively listen to get to know you, develop a clinical relationship and address your unique needs while in a calm and comfortable setting. We work together to create tangible tools to process past experiences, including trauma, and tackle current complicated life issues to facilitate a healthier future.

As a therapist I believe that every person has a vast potential for growth and the ability to change and overcome difficult life situations and that care should be client centered and incorporate the latest in clinical research. I am passionate about strengthening children, individuals, and couples by providing a safe and non-judgmental environment. I use a psychodynamic relational approach that recognizes past and present experiences and relationships to impact a person’s current ways of thinking and relating.

I am now accepting new clients for Sept/Oct 2024 in person and Zoom. I have been working in the recovery field as a Sub Abuse Counselor since 1994. I am a compassionate therapist, but with a bit of no nonsense thrown in. I want my clients to feel safe and know they can move forward with this challenge because staying stuck is not the answer. Recovery can be difficult and the path can seem daunting, but making changes is essential to living a better life. In addition to substance abuse I have assisted individuals recover from gambling addictions as well.

Book with me now by clicking on my website. With over a decade of experience in mental health counseling, I have a passion for supporting individuals as they navigate the complexities of life. My approach is warm, empathetic, and non-judgmental, creating a safe space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and goals. From anxiety and depression to trauma recovery and relationship issues, I specialize in a wide range of areas to meet your unique needs. Together, we'll uncover your strengths, develop coping strategies, and cultivate resilience for lasting positive change.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker passionate about helping others create, build, and live their best lives as they work through daily stressors. I aim to help individuals lean into their true identity, grow in faith and spirituality, and create healthier behavior patterns and thinking processes. I work with individuals in making practical solutions while identifying the root of behaviors and thought patterns. I assist those with anxiety from daily life, relationship, and familial stress, workplace stress, low self-esteem and many more.