Domestic Abuse Therapists in Springfield, VA
Goldye P Donner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Springfield, VA 22150 (Online Only)
Goldye Donner, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, has been in the practice of counseling and psychotherapy since 1972. Her broad, holistic practice focuses on the development and reclaiming of strengths and resources and includes individual, couples; family and group work with adolescents and adults. She has a special interest in working with adults who suffered childhood abuse and neglect. Additionally hypnosis is available for stress and weight management, self-improvement, and smoking cessation. She has postgraduate training in family systems therapy, psychodrama, meditation, smoking cessation, hypnotherapy, stress management, eye movement integration (EMI), work with trauma survivors, and neurolinguistic programming.
Goldye Donner, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, has been in the practice of counseling and psychotherapy since 1972. Her broad, holistic practice focuses on the development and reclaiming of strengths and resources and includes individual, couples; family and group work with adolescents and adults. She has a special interest in working with adults who suffered childhood abuse and neglect. Additionally hypnosis is available for stress and weight management, self-improvement, and smoking cessation. She has postgraduate training in family systems therapy, psychodrama, meditation, smoking cessation, hypnotherapy, stress management, eye movement integration (EMI), work with trauma survivors, and neurolinguistic programming.
Asha Gray
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Springfield, VA 22153
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Are you a survivor of abuse, violence or trauma desiring assistance with managing nightmares, flashbacks or other symptoms of trauma? I can help through providing coping skills, trauma informed education, & Internal Family Systems therapy to manage triggers & process emotions to create long term coping strategies using a harm reduction and empowerment model.
Have you felt out of sync, unable to communicate clearly, frustrated and wanting to try something different but unhappy with what you've tried? I enjoy helping folks learn new ways of communicating, finding new perspectives to barriers and working through individual or relationship struggles to have their needs and wants met. If you are having difficulty making it through your everyday, dealing with the stresses of life, or managing anxiety, depression or ADHD; I can help. I will help you learn new coping skills using your own personal strengths to assist you with enhancing your quality of life while building self-compassion.
Are you a survivor of abuse, violence or trauma desiring assistance with managing nightmares, flashbacks or other symptoms of trauma? I can help through providing coping skills, trauma informed education, & Internal Family Systems therapy to manage triggers & process emotions to create long term coping strategies using a harm reduction and empowerment model.
Have you felt out of sync, unable to communicate clearly, frustrated and wanting to try something different but unhappy with what you've tried? I enjoy helping folks learn new ways of communicating, finding new perspectives to barriers and working through individual or relationship struggles to have their needs and wants met. If you are having difficulty making it through your everyday, dealing with the stresses of life, or managing anxiety, depression or ADHD; I can help. I will help you learn new coping skills using your own personal strengths to assist you with enhancing your quality of life while building self-compassion.
My professional journey includes specialties in family therapy, relationship communication, anxiety problems, parenting skills, depression, substance abuse, and sports performance.
Tired of second guessing yourself ? Challenged by anxiety, communication problems, anger or sadness? I offer a solution focused approach to resolve self-defeating behaviors. Do you often act out your emotional needs, even when knowing, logically it is not the best choice you can make? Learning how to integrate your emotional experience with your best-self needs, is a much more satisfying experience I can help you achieve.
My professional journey includes specialties in family therapy, relationship communication, anxiety problems, parenting skills, depression, substance abuse, and sports performance.
Tired of second guessing yourself ? Challenged by anxiety, communication problems, anger or sadness? I offer a solution focused approach to resolve self-defeating behaviors. Do you often act out your emotional needs, even when knowing, logically it is not the best choice you can make? Learning how to integrate your emotional experience with your best-self needs, is a much more satisfying experience I can help you achieve.
I have over 25 years experience practicing psychotherapy, and work with older adolescents and adults of all ages. I have experience and expertise helping with a variety of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, life transitions, grief and loss, parenting, abuse/trauma, self-esteem, young adult issues and caregiver stress.
I have over 25 years experience practicing psychotherapy, and work with older adolescents and adults of all ages. I have experience and expertise helping with a variety of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, life transitions, grief and loss, parenting, abuse/trauma, self-esteem, young adult issues and caregiver stress.
Jennifer Cann, LCSW, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Springfield, VA 22015
I am a licensed clinical social worker who works with adults, teens, and families to address a variety of therapeutic needs. Some areas of focus include anxiety disorders, mood disorders, parenting, relationship issues, grief and loss, self-esteem, domestic violence, divorce and trauma. Please contact me with questions or for a phone consult to determine if I would be a good match as a partner in therapy. I offer some weekend hours and evening hours and collaborate with other healing/medical professionals as needed for a more comprehensive approach to your care. The quickest way to reach me initially is to send an email.
I am a licensed clinical social worker who works with adults, teens, and families to address a variety of therapeutic needs. Some areas of focus include anxiety disorders, mood disorders, parenting, relationship issues, grief and loss, self-esteem, domestic violence, divorce and trauma. Please contact me with questions or for a phone consult to determine if I would be a good match as a partner in therapy. I offer some weekend hours and evening hours and collaborate with other healing/medical professionals as needed for a more comprehensive approach to your care. The quickest way to reach me initially is to send an email.
Steven Milgrim
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LSATP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Springfield, VA 22150
With licenses in both mental health and substance abuse as well as experience with non-traditional lifestyles I can provide help and compassionate guidance to a wide variety of clients.
In mental health since 1987, I have been in private practice since 2000. I offer competence and caring in a supportive, safe, inclusive and confidential environment. My varied experience offers me insight into a wide range of areas. I custom craft a growth and learning experience for each individual, family and intimate relationship. Special training in the areas of substance abuse and couples counseling allows me to work with challenging and difficult issues with skill and caring. I promise to provide each client with the maximum potential for growth and healing. Please call me at (703) 499-9889 to speak to me directly.
With licenses in both mental health and substance abuse as well as experience with non-traditional lifestyles I can provide help and compassionate guidance to a wide variety of clients.
In mental health since 1987, I have been in private practice since 2000. I offer competence and caring in a supportive, safe, inclusive and confidential environment. My varied experience offers me insight into a wide range of areas. I custom craft a growth and learning experience for each individual, family and intimate relationship. Special training in the areas of substance abuse and couples counseling allows me to work with challenging and difficult issues with skill and caring. I promise to provide each client with the maximum potential for growth and healing. Please call me at (703) 499-9889 to speak to me directly.
Caroline Strunk
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, VA 22153
Although I am passionate about empowering clients of all ages and backgrounds to lead healthier, happier lives, I specialize in the following areas: women’s issues, relationship and sexuality issues, career exploration/development, emotional abuse, counseling teens.
Therapy is a chance to slow down and step into a safe, confidential space away from the external world to explore your inner one. To sit in a quiet room with another human being who is unconditionally kind but honest, and also trained to recognize patterns of unhealthy behavior, irrational thinking, and the invisible blocks that keep you from being the best version of yourself. I invite you to begin your counseling journey with me and start this process of untangling emotional knots and using these insights to make positive changes in your life.
Although I am passionate about empowering clients of all ages and backgrounds to lead healthier, happier lives, I specialize in the following areas: women’s issues, relationship and sexuality issues, career exploration/development, emotional abuse, counseling teens.
Therapy is a chance to slow down and step into a safe, confidential space away from the external world to explore your inner one. To sit in a quiet room with another human being who is unconditionally kind but honest, and also trained to recognize patterns of unhealthy behavior, irrational thinking, and the invisible blocks that keep you from being the best version of yourself. I invite you to begin your counseling journey with me and start this process of untangling emotional knots and using these insights to make positive changes in your life.
Laura is experienced helping individuals with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, psychological/emotional abuse or abuse history, behavioral/substance addictions, self-worth issues, PTSD, trauma (including sexual trauma and military sexual trauma/MST), and spiritual concerns.
Laura Alm believes that each human person has inherent dignity and value because they are created by God out of love and made in His Image; the more they become their authentic, best selves, the more they are empowered, free, and glorify God. She believes that, through the power of Jesus Christ, who renews hearts and minds, change can happen, and all things are possible. Laura uses an integrative approach to counseling, and draws from person-centered, cognitive-behavioral, and narrative therapies, as well as dialectical behavior and mindfulness techniques. She strives to foster a warm, caring, and empathic therapeutic environment.
Laura is experienced helping individuals with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, psychological/emotional abuse or abuse history, behavioral/substance addictions, self-worth issues, PTSD, trauma (including sexual trauma and military sexual trauma/MST), and spiritual concerns.
Laura Alm believes that each human person has inherent dignity and value because they are created by God out of love and made in His Image; the more they become their authentic, best selves, the more they are empowered, free, and glorify God. She believes that, through the power of Jesus Christ, who renews hearts and minds, change can happen, and all things are possible. Laura uses an integrative approach to counseling, and draws from person-centered, cognitive-behavioral, and narrative therapies, as well as dialectical behavior and mindfulness techniques. She strives to foster a warm, caring, and empathic therapeutic environment.
I specialize in working with adults and young women who have experienced traumatic events (childhood sexual abuse, rape, domestic violence, physical abuse, car accidents, military trauma, etc) and are experiencing trauma symptoms. The traumatic event may also lead to emotional dysregulation, self harm behaviors, hospitalizations and/or a diagnosis of Borderline Personality Disorder, among many other disorders. I also have a passion for working with veterans of post 9/11 wars who have a diagnosis of PTSD. My goal is to help others find and achieve their "life worth living".
I specialize in working with adults and young women who have experienced traumatic events (childhood sexual abuse, rape, domestic violence, physical abuse, car accidents, military trauma, etc) and are experiencing trauma symptoms. The traumatic event may also lead to emotional dysregulation, self harm behaviors, hospitalizations and/or a diagnosis of Borderline Personality Disorder, among many other disorders. I also have a passion for working with veterans of post 9/11 wars who have a diagnosis of PTSD. My goal is to help others find and achieve their "life worth living".
Karicia Corum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Springfield, VA 22153
Hi, Are you the ‘good’ daughter/son, the ‘good’ wife/husband, or the ‘good’ mother/father? Does your life look amazing from the outside but feels less than okay on the inside? It’s important that you have the support of someone who sees and understands you and who can respond to what you are going through. I want to help you discover why you are feeling the way you are, and more importantly, teach you the tools to help move you away from suffering, and towards inner peace. As your therapist I will be beside you every step of the way. Together we will navigate towards the joy, happiness, and self-acceptance you deserve.
Hi, Are you the ‘good’ daughter/son, the ‘good’ wife/husband, or the ‘good’ mother/father? Does your life look amazing from the outside but feels less than okay on the inside? It’s important that you have the support of someone who sees and understands you and who can respond to what you are going through. I want to help you discover why you are feeling the way you are, and more importantly, teach you the tools to help move you away from suffering, and towards inner peace. As your therapist I will be beside you every step of the way. Together we will navigate towards the joy, happiness, and self-acceptance you deserve.
Jane Leo
Pre-Licensed Professional, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, VA 22152 (Online Only)
Do you have to force yourself to get through the day? Do you feel disconnected from your life, as if just going through the motions? Familial and cultural conditioning often cast us in limiting roles. Whether we know it or not, we find ourselves falling into these same familiar patterns even when they undermine our best efforts towards a happy life. I help clients build an awareness to the relationship they have with themselves starting by identifying the character traits they've strengthened in order to survive. This ultimately allows them to move towards more self-compassion, freedom, and purpose in their lives.
Do you have to force yourself to get through the day? Do you feel disconnected from your life, as if just going through the motions? Familial and cultural conditioning often cast us in limiting roles. Whether we know it or not, we find ourselves falling into these same familiar patterns even when they undermine our best efforts towards a happy life. I help clients build an awareness to the relationship they have with themselves starting by identifying the character traits they've strengthened in order to survive. This ultimately allows them to move towards more self-compassion, freedom, and purpose in their lives.
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Thomas I Knedler
Find Your Balance Psychotherapy, LLC
Hello, I specialize in: 1. sleep disorders, particularly insomnia 2. trauma (PTSD and developmental) 3. anxiety/depression and life transitions 4. Adult ADHD 5. Brain injury/concussion and adjustment to chronic illnesses. Insomnia can be treated effectively w/ a short course of behavioral therapy (CBT-I, the modality recommended by the American College of Physicians). I maximize the effectiveness of psychotherapy by helping people create a new felt experience. This is the path to lasting change because it shifts processing at the level of your “emotional brain,” which drives your life, often without your awareness, but does not
Hello, I specialize in: 1. sleep disorders, particularly insomnia 2. trauma (PTSD and developmental) 3. anxiety/depression and life transitions 4. Adult ADHD 5. Brain injury/concussion and adjustment to chronic illnesses. Insomnia can be treated effectively w/ a short course of behavioral therapy (CBT-I, the modality recommended by the American College of Physicians). I maximize the effectiveness of psychotherapy by helping people create a new felt experience. This is the path to lasting change because it shifts processing at the level of your “emotional brain,” which drives your life, often without your awareness, but does not
Amanda Ercilla Trevino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Springfield, VA 22150 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with young adults, women, parents and families. If you or someone you love is struggling with depression, anxiety, grief and/or trauma, I can help. I work with clients who have experienced a recent trauma, or would like to address traumas in the past that are affecting their current relationships and lives. I believe that psychotherapy can help you better understand yourself, identify your triggers and strengthen your internal resources so you can be the best version of yourself. I am bilingual in English and Spanish, and I am bi-cultural for those seeking a therapist with a Latino background.
I specialize in working with young adults, women, parents and families. If you or someone you love is struggling with depression, anxiety, grief and/or trauma, I can help. I work with clients who have experienced a recent trauma, or would like to address traumas in the past that are affecting their current relationships and lives. I believe that psychotherapy can help you better understand yourself, identify your triggers and strengthen your internal resources so you can be the best version of yourself. I am bilingual in English and Spanish, and I am bi-cultural for those seeking a therapist with a Latino background.
Janis Manalang
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, MS, ACS, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, VA 22150
During these global uncertain times, I am welcoming you to join me via Telehealth. We are all dealing with many different feelings and thoughts, the good news you are not alone. We are all dealing with queries and feeling lack of control as things continue to change to create the new normal. My goal is to meet you where you are and to gain access to unraveling what has caused the cycles of dysfunctions of life. Honesty and readiness are keys to a successful working therapeutic relationship. It is my ethical and professional duty to empower and assist all my clients to their utmost potential (emotionally, mentally and physically).
During these global uncertain times, I am welcoming you to join me via Telehealth. We are all dealing with many different feelings and thoughts, the good news you are not alone. We are all dealing with queries and feeling lack of control as things continue to change to create the new normal. My goal is to meet you where you are and to gain access to unraveling what has caused the cycles of dysfunctions of life. Honesty and readiness are keys to a successful working therapeutic relationship. It is my ethical and professional duty to empower and assist all my clients to their utmost potential (emotionally, mentally and physically).
Healing Touch Counseling and Wellness, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, LMHC, CSAT, ACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, VA 22150
Where did things go so wrong? Your marriage used to be a source of strength and comfort. Now, it feels like a cage that you can’t escape from. You and your husband avoid each other – staying late at work, running unnecessary chores, and always taking the long way home. When you do spend time together, it feels more like being around a hostile roommate than your “soulmate.” A part of you wants to just call it quits – cut your losses and start over. But what about the kids? What about the future you’ve worked so hard to build? You’re not ready to throw in the towel yet, but you don’t if there’s a way forward. It feels hopeless.
Where did things go so wrong? Your marriage used to be a source of strength and comfort. Now, it feels like a cage that you can’t escape from. You and your husband avoid each other – staying late at work, running unnecessary chores, and always taking the long way home. When you do spend time together, it feels more like being around a hostile roommate than your “soulmate.” A part of you wants to just call it quits – cut your losses and start over. But what about the kids? What about the future you’ve worked so hard to build? You’re not ready to throw in the towel yet, but you don’t if there’s a way forward. It feels hopeless.
Shamika Hinton
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, VA 22153 (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Shamika, and I am a Master level Forensic Social Worker. I have over 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and their families in the therapeutic setting. In my therapeutic practice, I adopt both a collaborative clinical and forensic viewpoint that is a client centered approach using Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other interventions that are tailored to the client’s life experience. My passions include working with my clients to heal from intergenerational traumas, adverse childhood experiences, and inner child work.
Hello! My name is Shamika, and I am a Master level Forensic Social Worker. I have over 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and their families in the therapeutic setting. In my therapeutic practice, I adopt both a collaborative clinical and forensic viewpoint that is a client centered approach using Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other interventions that are tailored to the client’s life experience. My passions include working with my clients to heal from intergenerational traumas, adverse childhood experiences, and inner child work.
Laney Beth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, VA 22152 (Online Only)
I help clients to improve their relationship with themselves, build self-love and self-compassion, to connect to their needs and engage in effective self-care. I teach clients to understand and express their emotions in meaningful ways. My clients improve their relationships and connections with others, healing past traumatic wounds and learn how to move forward in a world full of trauma and grief. I believe everyone needs help to heal the wounds of the past and learn how to cope with the experiences of the future.
I help clients to improve their relationship with themselves, build self-love and self-compassion, to connect to their needs and engage in effective self-care. I teach clients to understand and express their emotions in meaningful ways. My clients improve their relationships and connections with others, healing past traumatic wounds and learn how to move forward in a world full of trauma and grief. I believe everyone needs help to heal the wounds of the past and learn how to cope with the experiences of the future.
Valeria Cuzzi
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPCr
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, VA 22150 (Online Only)
I firmly advocate that treatment isn't a one-size-fits-all solution; it must be customized for each individual's unique needs. Establishing genuine trust and creating a safe space are paramount for clients seeking to enhance their well-being. My focus is on fostering room for vulnerability, genuineness, and empathy. Life brings both rewards and challenges that can be overwhelming. Together, we can navigate the curveballs, develop coping skills, heal past traumas, and build healthier patterns to face any obstacle.
I firmly advocate that treatment isn't a one-size-fits-all solution; it must be customized for each individual's unique needs. Establishing genuine trust and creating a safe space are paramount for clients seeking to enhance their well-being. My focus is on fostering room for vulnerability, genuineness, and empathy. Life brings both rewards and challenges that can be overwhelming. Together, we can navigate the curveballs, develop coping skills, heal past traumas, and build healthier patterns to face any obstacle.
Julia Anderson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, VA 22150 (Online Only)
Hello, I’m Julia Meyer! In my practice, my approach involves working with relationships - whether it's a relationship between two people, inner dynamics, or how previous events affect our life. When we are able to step back and understand how life's challenges are intertwined with one another, the day becomes a little clearer, feels a little brighter, and our sense of self strengths. I strive to understand the issues you bring to therapy, and how these issues affect you and your community. I have worked in the mental health field for 6 years, providing services to a variety of clientele in a range of settings.
Hello, I’m Julia Meyer! In my practice, my approach involves working with relationships - whether it's a relationship between two people, inner dynamics, or how previous events affect our life. When we are able to step back and understand how life's challenges are intertwined with one another, the day becomes a little clearer, feels a little brighter, and our sense of self strengths. I strive to understand the issues you bring to therapy, and how these issues affect you and your community. I have worked in the mental health field for 6 years, providing services to a variety of clientele in a range of settings.
Fortitude Counseling Center, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Springfield, VA 22150
Gail Renwick has a passion and dedication to serve our nation's active military service-members and their families radiates as she unswervingly volunteers her time, talents, knowledge and thousands of dedicated hours to a state of the art military and teaching hospital in Northern Virginia. Gail is committed to healthy and long-lasting changes in individuals, families and couples through therapeutic counseling - one change at a time - changing one life at a time.
Gail Renwick has a passion and dedication to serve our nation's active military service-members and their families radiates as she unswervingly volunteers her time, talents, knowledge and thousands of dedicated hours to a state of the art military and teaching hospital in Northern Virginia. Gail is committed to healthy and long-lasting changes in individuals, families and couples through therapeutic counseling - one change at a time - changing one life at a time.
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Domestic Abuse Therapists
What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognize that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.
When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.
What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.
How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.