Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Leesburg, VA

Beckner Counseling, LLC is an outpatient private practice that provides Evidence-Based treatment in Leesburg, VA and the surrounding areas! We are a group of 4 licensed social workers with over 20 years of combined experience. We assist clients in overcoming symptoms related to anxiety, depression, eating disorders, trauma, women's issues, marital struggles, and more. We believe that everyone is capable of healing.

I have been a licensed therapist since 1994. You will find that I am a down-to-earth person who understands the issues that face people in the current day and age. In treatment, I am comfortable giving the feedback and direction you need to help you make the changes you want in your life. While therapy can be difficult, I believe it also can be enjoyable. To that end, I use humor, playfulness, and creativity, along with psychoeducation and traditional psychotherapy practices. You will find that I will do all I can to support guide you as you go through this process.

Welcome. The most common areas I treat in my practice include eating disorders, OCD, self-injurious behaviors, self-esteem, anxiety, and depression. I enjoying working with clients of all ages. The decision to meet with a counselor can sometimes be difficult. My first goal is to offer a supportive and accepting environment where growth and healing can occur. I believe that self-acceptance is the first step toward growth and change. Life can be full of struggles and difficulties. I find that my clients are truly doing the best that they can under their circumstances, but are often stuck in maladaptive ways of coping.

Andrew is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Nationally Certified Counselor; he earned his master’s degree from Troy University in Tampa Florida and is currently working on his Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision with Capella University. Prior to entering the field of mental health, Andrew was a member of the United States Army and served in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Andrew has experience working with adults across the lifespan and adolescents that struggle with various types of mental health diagnoses.

License Independent Clinical Social Worker, in Washington State (2013), California (2019) and Virginia (2020) to present. 30 years of social work experience. I can help with with Child& Family Services, drugs treatment and recovery, 12 steps and inpatient treatment from a Christian view. Family Dynamics, and high-risk relationships, with high-risk families. I worked as a Military Family Life Consultant (MFLC), also I provided services as a VA therapist and social worker. I am certified as a YWCA, Domestic Violence, counselor. I use many modalities including Mindfulness, DBT, CBT, PTSD, combat PTSD.

Courtney Hale, LCSW, CDBT, CCATP, is an experienced mental health therapist in community outpatient, foster care, and inpatient treatment, working with adults, adolescents, and children. She enjoys connecting with clients in individual, couple, and family sessions and witnessing the strength and power of the human spirit. Courtney approaches sessions with compassion, curiosity, and humor, drawing on a diverse set of therapeutic approaches including dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), polyvagal mapping, and mindfulness based stress reduction (MBSR).

Does it look like you've got everything together on the outside, but on the inside you're going through the wringer? Dealing with stress, anxiety, or negative self-talk? Having a tough time at home, in school, or on the playing field? Life can be hell sometimes... but you're not alone, and I'm here to help. I typically work with teens, college students, and young adults who are looking to get more out of life and push through challenges.

Negar Ehsani earned her B.A. in Justice Studies in 2010 with a minor in Women's Studies from James Madison University and received her Master's degree in Social Work in 2013 from George Mason University. She is currently in her second year with LifeStance Health as a Supervisee in Clinical Social Work. Previously, Negar worked with children, adolescents and adults in state and local government settings for nine years, notably working with adult survivors of domestic and sexual violence in the community and at a local community college.

Are your relationships causing you stress? Do you feel stuck and unsure how to change things? We are here to help you develop a plan that will allow you to feel a sense of peace again. Whether your concerns involve a marriage or partner, parenting, a friendship or a different kind of relationship, we will join you in your journey, so you are not alone. We can help you process through experiences and strategize through situations or big emotions. With the different providers in our office, there are appointments during the day, evening, or even Saturday appointments if that is better for you. We are here to help!

Jennifer Lynch is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia who has been practicing since 2023. She has a Master of Science in Education: Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a Bachelor of Science: Human Services with minor in Health and Wellness. Jennifer’s specialty is child and adolescent therapy, treating behavioral, mood, and other disorders with evidence-based interventions from CBT, DBT, and solution focused counseling. As a person-centered counselor Jennifer emphasizes the importance of the therapeutic relationship through the use of motivational interviewing techniques including unconditional positive regard.

Michelle Toland is a warm and compassionate bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker with years of experience dedicated to helping adults, adolescents, and families navigate challenges to lead a more fulfilling life. She earned her MSW at Widener University. Michelle creates a safe and non-judgmental space to promote healing, resilience, and personal growth. Michelle has experience in helping clients to increase positive coping skills, build healthy relationships, communicate effectively, manage life's transitions, and heal from grief, loss, and trauma.

Cheryl is a Licensed Professional Counselor who seeks to help her clients develop their definition of success and begin working toward it. She currently holds a Certification in DBT, and pursuing credentialing in Substance Use Disorders, Anxiety/OCD, and Trauma-Informed Care. Cheryl brings enthusiasm, professionalism, and unconditional positive regard to the treatment setting in hopes of helping her clients build confidence in exploring their feelings and fearlessly divorce behaviors that compromise a healthy lifestyle.

In life, we are constantly faced with trials and obstacles that can cause us to worry about our futures and what they hold for us. This often leads to spending much of our time and energy fixated on things that are out of our control, which causes more suffering than is needed. I have found that helping my patients to accept what they cannot control and focus their efforts on what they can control to be an effective way of creating a life worth living, regardless of whether they are facing problems like anxiety, depression, trauma, or eating disorders.

I work with adolescent and adult clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, personality disorders, familial issues, trauma, ADHD, eating disorders, and suicidality. The clients I work with primarily want a therapeutic approach that consists of evidence-based modalities mixed with empathy, compassion, nonjudgmental stance, authenticity, and being person-centered. Whether their goal is to have a space to process and work through trauma, vent and find ways to cope with and navigate life stressors, or have someone to talk to, I do my best to meet my clients where they're at.

Seeking therapy can be a little scary and, at times, overwhelming. Taking that first step will get you started on your journey to self-discover, find guidance, and look at new ways to assess your life, your relationships and your goals. Together, we will identify what is not working for you and help you get back into balance by assessing your needs and desires, setting realistic goals, finding your center and developing your creativity in identifying what works for you.

Hello, my name is Chris and I hope you give me the opportunity to join your journey. I am a licensed professional counselor with over 10 years of experience in counseling children, teens, and adults. I am committed to providing you a safe space to create your own tools to navigate depression, anxiety, trauma and achieve mental health wellness. Together, we can build resilience and heal from past traumas.

Alicia is a fully licensed professional counselor (LPC) in the state of Virginia with three years of experience. Alicia utilizes CBT, DBT, and emotionally focused theories to encourage the client to work during the sessions. Alicia also enjoys educating her clients regarding basic brain chemistry and understanding why our brains react to specific situations.

“The pessimist complains about the wind, the optimist expects it to change, but the realist adjusts the sails”. I have made it my mission to help people use the resources they have to reach their destinations. We may not have all of the resources we desire, but using my strengths based approach to counseling, we can realize and maximize the tools, resources, and supports we have available to us. This approach lends itself most beautifully to my work with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, women’s issues, pre and post partum related challenges, couples counseling and eating disorders.

Hello! My name is Lindsay, and I look forward to meeting you. I have over 12 years of experience in the mental health field, helping individuals with a variety of issues, including depression, anxiety, life transitions, low self-esteem, trauma, self-harm, family conflict and interpersonal struggles. I am passionate about working with adolescents, adults and families. If you are having a difficult time coping with feelings, or need a safe place to discuss your issues, I am happy to help. My goal is for all my clients to have a positive and beneficial therapeutic experience.