Multicultural Therapists in Reston, VA
On my journey to be a LMFT my passion comes from helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges. With a unique blend of personal and professional experiences, I specialize in working with clients facing life transitions, relationship issues, and cultural identity struggles. My approach is grounded in empathy and collaboration, where I work alongside you to foster healthier communication, stronger connections, and a deeper understanding of yourself and your loved ones. As a Tunisian-American and a single father who grew up in MN, speaking both French and Arabic, I bring a multicultural lens.
On my journey to be a LMFT my passion comes from helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges. With a unique blend of personal and professional experiences, I specialize in working with clients facing life transitions, relationship issues, and cultural identity struggles. My approach is grounded in empathy and collaboration, where I work alongside you to foster healthier communication, stronger connections, and a deeper understanding of yourself and your loved ones. As a Tunisian-American and a single father who grew up in MN, speaking both French and Arabic, I bring a multicultural lens.
This view contributes towards working successfully with diverse/ multicultural population.
We all need help at times to understand our feelings. Mindfulness-based therapy facilitates awareness, insight and the ability to plow into inner wisdom to heal self and reach one's full potential. Mindfulness experience increases an inner peace that remains present through life's challenges. The ability to facilitate change requires first acceptance of feelings, and thoughts. Mindfulness and compassion then facilitates change and new behaviors begin to emerge. The benefits include no longer being afraid, angry or anxious, life-skills improve resulting in a better understanding of goals and values and thus growth as an individual.
This view contributes towards working successfully with diverse/ multicultural population.
We all need help at times to understand our feelings. Mindfulness-based therapy facilitates awareness, insight and the ability to plow into inner wisdom to heal self and reach one's full potential. Mindfulness experience increases an inner peace that remains present through life's challenges. The ability to facilitate change requires first acceptance of feelings, and thoughts. Mindfulness and compassion then facilitates change and new behaviors begin to emerge. The benefits include no longer being afraid, angry or anxious, life-skills improve resulting in a better understanding of goals and values and thus growth as an individual.
Deepti Mishra
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Reston, VA 20190
My unique collection of life experiences contributes towards my working successfully with my multicultural and bilingual (Hindi/Urdu) client population.
Conflicts in your relationships, feeling alone, disconnected, stressed, anxious or overwhelmed? Struggling with strong emotions? Wanting to create a secure bond with your partner? If you are seeking help because you have tried everything and nothing is helping. you are doing the right thing by reaching out for help. You are not alone. Let me guide you out of your painful situation and help you create peace, calm, and contentment in your life. My goal is to help you connect with your own strengths and face life's challenges with confidence. I am ready to help you to bring in the desired change, if you are.
My unique collection of life experiences contributes towards my working successfully with my multicultural and bilingual (Hindi/Urdu) client population.
Conflicts in your relationships, feeling alone, disconnected, stressed, anxious or overwhelmed? Struggling with strong emotions? Wanting to create a secure bond with your partner? If you are seeking help because you have tried everything and nothing is helping. you are doing the right thing by reaching out for help. You are not alone. Let me guide you out of your painful situation and help you create peace, calm, and contentment in your life. My goal is to help you connect with your own strengths and face life's challenges with confidence. I am ready to help you to bring in the desired change, if you are.
Hi, I'm a resident in social work under the supervision of Sarah Duffy, LCSW. I have worked with clients with bipolar, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and substance use issues. I have experience in trauma-informed care with all ages, but specialize in meeting the unique needs of youth ages 10 to early 20's.
Hi, I'm a resident in social work under the supervision of Sarah Duffy, LCSW. I have worked with clients with bipolar, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and substance use issues. I have experience in trauma-informed care with all ages, but specialize in meeting the unique needs of youth ages 10 to early 20's.
Jihaan Hachim
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Reston, VA 20190
Waitlist for new clients
The struggle is real. Two opposite worlds. Two sets of identities. You know where you come from but you struggle to see how that relates to who you want to be. The struggle to meet the expectations and standards of those around you is so overwhelming to the point that you feel like you need to wear different masks to fit in opposite worlds. I get it and you are not alone. When working with me you will learn tools to help recconnect with your mind, body and soul with no judgment, shame or guilt. Through deep and meaningful reflection, finding your purpose in this world will become a central part of our work together.
The struggle is real. Two opposite worlds. Two sets of identities. You know where you come from but you struggle to see how that relates to who you want to be. The struggle to meet the expectations and standards of those around you is so overwhelming to the point that you feel like you need to wear different masks to fit in opposite worlds. I get it and you are not alone. When working with me you will learn tools to help recconnect with your mind, body and soul with no judgment, shame or guilt. Through deep and meaningful reflection, finding your purpose in this world will become a central part of our work together.
You might have lost someone important to you or feel like you lost a loved one because the person has changed due to sickness or age. Or it could be that you have lost something important to you, like your identity, abilities, or dream, and it is difficult to live the same way. Grief is part of our life, yet every kind of grief is complex and hard to bear. It is normal to feel overwhelmed, out of control and isolated, as no one understands what you have been going through. Keeping yourself busy sounds like a good strategy for the short term, but even if you are strong and independent, we all need help sometimes.
You might have lost someone important to you or feel like you lost a loved one because the person has changed due to sickness or age. Or it could be that you have lost something important to you, like your identity, abilities, or dream, and it is difficult to live the same way. Grief is part of our life, yet every kind of grief is complex and hard to bear. It is normal to feel overwhelmed, out of control and isolated, as no one understands what you have been going through. Keeping yourself busy sounds like a good strategy for the short term, but even if you are strong and independent, we all need help sometimes.
Daniela Brevis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Reston, VA 20190 (Online Only)
Searching for a therapist can feel overwhelming, however, finding a good fit is imperative in order to get the most out of your time, effort, and finances. You want to find someone that allows you to feel safe, understood, and ultimately maximizes results for you. I take a warm, empathetic and comprehensive approach to help individuals experiencing stressful circumstances live more meaningful and balanced lives. I work with you to figure out what you need and want in life and help identify and make changes in your life to be the best version of yourself. I work with adolescents and adults.
Searching for a therapist can feel overwhelming, however, finding a good fit is imperative in order to get the most out of your time, effort, and finances. You want to find someone that allows you to feel safe, understood, and ultimately maximizes results for you. I take a warm, empathetic and comprehensive approach to help individuals experiencing stressful circumstances live more meaningful and balanced lives. I work with you to figure out what you need and want in life and help identify and make changes in your life to be the best version of yourself. I work with adolescents and adults.
Do you ever feel like you're stuck in your own head, overthinking everything and second-guessing yourself? This might leave you feeling unsure about decisions, create tension in your relationships, or make it hard to move forward. Or maybe you feel drained, lacking energy and motivation. You have dreams, but pursuing them feels overwhelming or out of reach, leading to frustration and hopelessness. You might be going through a major life change, like starting a new job, going through a relationship shift, or moving. It can be tough to find your footing during these times and you might be looking for ways to feel grounded again.
Do you ever feel like you're stuck in your own head, overthinking everything and second-guessing yourself? This might leave you feeling unsure about decisions, create tension in your relationships, or make it hard to move forward. Or maybe you feel drained, lacking energy and motivation. You have dreams, but pursuing them feels overwhelming or out of reach, leading to frustration and hopelessness. You might be going through a major life change, like starting a new job, going through a relationship shift, or moving. It can be tough to find your footing during these times and you might be looking for ways to feel grounded again.
I love helping individuals and couples achieve their goals and aspirations. I offer a caring, safe, and healing environment that allows clients the opportunity to explore, experience, work through problems, and create solutions that expand their potential for growth and wellness. As a proponent of integrative and holistic therapy that honors the mind-body connection and its impact on well-being, health, and happiness, I attend to the whole person, not just a set of symptoms or problems. I emphasize teaching skills that develop inner resources for successful coping in life. I use a variety of methods, but the method has to meet your needs.
I love helping individuals and couples achieve their goals and aspirations. I offer a caring, safe, and healing environment that allows clients the opportunity to explore, experience, work through problems, and create solutions that expand their potential for growth and wellness. As a proponent of integrative and holistic therapy that honors the mind-body connection and its impact on well-being, health, and happiness, I attend to the whole person, not just a set of symptoms or problems. I emphasize teaching skills that develop inner resources for successful coping in life. I use a variety of methods, but the method has to meet your needs.
I have been in the counseling field for over 30 years! I specialize in trauma therapy and relational issues. I have extensive experience with anxiety and depressive disorders, codependency, and women's issues. I encourage clients to use their strengths to combat sabotaging beliefs & find new ways of coping and grounding. I provide a customized treatment approach for the unique needs of each client. I integrate traditional & current therapy techniques to help clients make lasting, positive changes. My clients report greater confidence, restored relationships, increased emotional support from within, and more happiness.
I have been in the counseling field for over 30 years! I specialize in trauma therapy and relational issues. I have extensive experience with anxiety and depressive disorders, codependency, and women's issues. I encourage clients to use their strengths to combat sabotaging beliefs & find new ways of coping and grounding. I provide a customized treatment approach for the unique needs of each client. I integrate traditional & current therapy techniques to help clients make lasting, positive changes. My clients report greater confidence, restored relationships, increased emotional support from within, and more happiness.
Psychotherapy, Forensic & Consultation
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Reston, VA 20190 (Online Only)
I believe every individual has a chance at succeeding in life, regardless of his / their /her present or past circumstances. Sometimes, we find ourselves in a place where we just need to talk to someone without judgment or prejudice. Life's stressors can overwhelm us to the point where we don't know where to start to get back to our usual self. Regardless if you feel you need one session or more, therapy will be empowering for you and help you compartmentalize your worries into manageable tasks.
I believe every individual has a chance at succeeding in life, regardless of his / their /her present or past circumstances. Sometimes, we find ourselves in a place where we just need to talk to someone without judgment or prejudice. Life's stressors can overwhelm us to the point where we don't know where to start to get back to our usual self. Regardless if you feel you need one session or more, therapy will be empowering for you and help you compartmentalize your worries into manageable tasks.
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“No” is a complete sentence. You want change but fear keeps you in relationships and jobs that do not fulfill you. Why is it so hard to do what’s right for you? Have you longed to embark on a journey of self-discovery like in Eat Pray Love? I've been there. I'm a divorcee who reclaimed my identity and reinvented myself. If you’re looking for change and to regain your voice, I’m here for you and women who feel trapped by social expectations and limiting beliefs. You do not have to go through life feeling frustrated about sacrificing your needs to please others. It's time to make yourself a priority. 何必受气？ 与其受委屈不如联络我谈谈如何改造您的生活。
“No” is a complete sentence. You want change but fear keeps you in relationships and jobs that do not fulfill you. Why is it so hard to do what’s right for you? Have you longed to embark on a journey of self-discovery like in Eat Pray Love? I've been there. I'm a divorcee who reclaimed my identity and reinvented myself. If you’re looking for change and to regain your voice, I’m here for you and women who feel trapped by social expectations and limiting beliefs. You do not have to go through life feeling frustrated about sacrificing your needs to please others. It's time to make yourself a priority. 何必受气？ 与其受委屈不如联络我谈谈如何改造您的生活。
Working with individuals and couples going through life changes, including medical issues, is my specialty. I have dedicated my career helping people make their relationships, marriage, healthier and happier learning about themselves and communicating needs and goals more effectively. Couples also come to me when they have already made a decision to separate and want to do it in healthy ways. I am part of the Collaborative Divorce Community in Northern Virginia where I team up with attorneys and financial experts to help people find a more amicable way to divorce with more mental health support for the whole family.
Working with individuals and couples going through life changes, including medical issues, is my specialty. I have dedicated my career helping people make their relationships, marriage, healthier and happier learning about themselves and communicating needs and goals more effectively. Couples also come to me when they have already made a decision to separate and want to do it in healthy ways. I am part of the Collaborative Divorce Community in Northern Virginia where I team up with attorneys and financial experts to help people find a more amicable way to divorce with more mental health support for the whole family.
Ravleen Kandhari
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Reston, VA 20190 (Online Only)
I know how hard it can be to take the first step towards getting counseling support. I commend you for having taken that first step. I hope you can find the help you are seeking soon. I work with adults and seniors. In my work with adults, I work with those struggling with feelings of worry, sadness, difficulty around life transitions, workplace stress, relationship difficulties and those struggling with parenting issues, including parenting of children with special needs. I provide a safe, gentle, caring, and non-judgmental space for us to work together toward your goals.
I know how hard it can be to take the first step towards getting counseling support. I commend you for having taken that first step. I hope you can find the help you are seeking soon. I work with adults and seniors. In my work with adults, I work with those struggling with feelings of worry, sadness, difficulty around life transitions, workplace stress, relationship difficulties and those struggling with parenting issues, including parenting of children with special needs. I provide a safe, gentle, caring, and non-judgmental space for us to work together toward your goals.
Northern Virginia Couples Counseling, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCMFT
Verified Verified
Reston, VA 20190
Waitlist for new clients
My name is Stefania Gheorghiu, I run a hybrid practice providing both virtual appointments (week days only) and in-person sessions at my Reston office on Saturdays. My clients are self-motivated individuals and couples who are ready to take action in repairing past hurts, heal their emotional wounds, and overcome challenges they face in their current environment. I aim to empower my clients through acceptance, understanding, empathy, and challenge as we work together to navigate new ways of moving through life in order to achieve your goals.
My name is Stefania Gheorghiu, I run a hybrid practice providing both virtual appointments (week days only) and in-person sessions at my Reston office on Saturdays. My clients are self-motivated individuals and couples who are ready to take action in repairing past hurts, heal their emotional wounds, and overcome challenges they face in their current environment. I aim to empower my clients through acceptance, understanding, empathy, and challenge as we work together to navigate new ways of moving through life in order to achieve your goals.
Teen Groups Open for Registration! Accepting new clients! I have over 16 years of clinical experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship problems, and divorce struggles. I'm relaxed and easy to talk to and ask thought-provoking questions that helps you think through issues without being judgmental. Helping people is my passion and I enjoy seeing clients feel better. It's hard to know where to set boundaries, as 'helping' those we love can often hinder their growth. Do we let go or is that a cop-out? I can help you take small steps towards effective changes.
Teen Groups Open for Registration! Accepting new clients! I have over 16 years of clinical experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship problems, and divorce struggles. I'm relaxed and easy to talk to and ask thought-provoking questions that helps you think through issues without being judgmental. Helping people is my passion and I enjoy seeing clients feel better. It's hard to know where to set boundaries, as 'helping' those we love can often hinder their growth. Do we let go or is that a cop-out? I can help you take small steps towards effective changes.
Beyond Counseling, Inc.
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCATP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Reston, VA 20191
Hello, I’m Candice McKinney, LPC, and I’m passionate about helping adults achieve mental health and wholeness. I know each person brings a unique history and perspective to counseling, so I customize our sessions to meet your specific needs. My goal is to create a space where you feel deeply understood and respected, leaving each session with tools to help you look beyond current struggles and make meaningful changes. Together, we can work toward the clarity, confidence, and inner strength you’re seeking on your path to a fulfilling life.
Hello, I’m Candice McKinney, LPC, and I’m passionate about helping adults achieve mental health and wholeness. I know each person brings a unique history and perspective to counseling, so I customize our sessions to meet your specific needs. My goal is to create a space where you feel deeply understood and respected, leaving each session with tools to help you look beyond current struggles and make meaningful changes. Together, we can work toward the clarity, confidence, and inner strength you’re seeking on your path to a fulfilling life.
Lawrence Uman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC , LMFT, RYT-500
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Reston, VA 20190 (Online Only)
I am a therapist with over 30 years experience helping couples and individuals feel better and achieve their goals. I have trained in solution oriented therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy and have a practical approach to helping adults, couples and children with relationship concerns, anxiety, addictions, depression, and career questions. I am also a certified yoga teacher and when clients are interested, I use Yoga techniques ,breathwork and meditation to help calm the mind. Confidentiality strictly protected. Please call me at 703 868-5947 or email me at lawrenceuman@gmail.com and I will be happy to discuss your individual concerns and questions.
I am a therapist with over 30 years experience helping couples and individuals feel better and achieve their goals. I have trained in solution oriented therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy and have a practical approach to helping adults, couples and children with relationship concerns, anxiety, addictions, depression, and career questions. I am also a certified yoga teacher and when clients are interested, I use Yoga techniques ,breathwork and meditation to help calm the mind. Confidentiality strictly protected. Please call me at 703 868-5947 or email me at lawrenceuman@gmail.com and I will be happy to discuss your individual concerns and questions.
Stephanie Sheridan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Reston, VA 20190 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I practice within a compassion based framework by drawing primarily from the Internal Family Systems-informed modality. Just like learning a new skill, looking inside at how one relates to their own feelings and thoughts becomes a powerful way of becoming aware that can lead to thoughtful and positive change and a deep sense of belonging. I assist you in uncovering the inborn wisdom you already hold, in order to act from a place of clarity and intention that reflects your heartfelt goals.
I practice within a compassion based framework by drawing primarily from the Internal Family Systems-informed modality. Just like learning a new skill, looking inside at how one relates to their own feelings and thoughts becomes a powerful way of becoming aware that can lead to thoughtful and positive change and a deep sense of belonging. I assist you in uncovering the inborn wisdom you already hold, in order to act from a place of clarity and intention that reflects your heartfelt goals.
My clients range from adolescents to adults, presenting with concerns around depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, family discord, work & academic stress/conflict, gender and sexual identity, racism, and relationship problems. I have worked with individuals who are coming to therapy for the first time and those who want a change of pace in their journey; what all my clients have in common is that they're ready and willing to start.
My clients range from adolescents to adults, presenting with concerns around depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, family discord, work & academic stress/conflict, gender and sexual identity, racism, and relationship problems. I have worked with individuals who are coming to therapy for the first time and those who want a change of pace in their journey; what all my clients have in common is that they're ready and willing to start.
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Multicultural Therapists
What type of therapy is multicultural therapy?
Multicultural therapy is not tied to any specific therapy; rather, it is an overarching approach to therapy that aims to acknowledge and address the influence that factors like race, gender identity, and cultural background can have on someone’s life. Multicultural approaches can be applied to CBT, psychodynamic therapy, and others, and can be practiced with individuals, couples, families, or groups.
What can I expect from multicultural therapy?
Multicultural counseling should be tailored to the client’s unique identity and cultural needs. Such approaches often prioritize the building of trust so that the client feels comfortable exploring various aspects of their identity and any challenges caused by mismatches between their identity and the dominant culture. Beyond that, the format and timeline of therapy will be heavily influenced by the therapist’s preferred therapy approach and the specific problems for which the client sought therapy.
Can multicultural therapy help treat trauma?
Yes. Cultural factors such as racial background, gender identity and or sexuality, and immigration or refugee status can influence both whether someone experiences trauma and how they cope afterward. Multicultural approaches to trauma-informed care will be aware of these influences, helping the client recognize how their response to trauma may be shaped by their cultural background and identify coping mechanisms that take their identity into account.
What are the benefits of seeing a multicultural therapist?
Members of minority groups who seek therapy are sometimes frustrated by providers who don’t understand their cultural background or dismiss the ways in which race, gender, or other facets of their identity influence their lived experience. Seeing a multicultural therapist can help these clients feel seen, understood, and able to develop solutions to life challenges that take their upbringing, beliefs, and past experiences into account.