Providing a client-centered approach coupled with cognitive restructuring techniques enables my clients the skills to change their negative thinking patterns. So often, these negative automatic thoughts negatively influence one's sense of stability, confidence, and self-esteem. Together we will develop positive coping skills to increase your problem-solving skills. I believe in the power of mindfulness skills to address negative thinking and improve a sense of wellness, Being in the moment is...
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I work with individuals seeking support in working through challenges and stressors impacting their everyday lives. Many individuals struggle with problems in relationships, work-related conflicts, or simply put, that feeling that something ""just isn't right."" My goal is to help you gain awareness and explore difficult thoughts, feelings, and past experiences which prevent you from being comfortable with yourself, and improve your relationships with others. My counseling approach is client-cen...
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Are you struggling and feeling overwhelmed by your emotions? I can help. The relationship between you and your therapist is incredibly important. My clients love working with me because I'm warm, quick-witted, and honest. Your counselor shouldn't be a stoic partner, they should be fully engaged and connected to you. As therapists, we are privileged to walk alongside you through your darkest times, hear your inner thoughts, and share in your triumphs. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ...
Life has its challenges, and sometimes things don't go as planned. Whether you're dealing with life's ups and downs, overcoming personal obstacles, or looking to strengthen your relationships, I'm here to support you. As an immigrant, I personally understand the emotional and practical challenges of adapting to a new environment, settling in, rediscovering your sense of self, and staying true to your identity. This unique perspective enriches my approach, allowing me to connect deeply with indiv...
We are a group of highly skilled therapists who work with adults, couples, and families struggling with relationship issues, family conflict, anxiety, OCD, self esteem, life transitions, coping skills, PTSD, chronic illness, spirituality, depression, and grief. We provide compassionate, holistic, culturally-sensitive care, and embrace diversity and inclusivity. Whether you're looking to develop skills, or for someone to listen and care about what you're going through, one of our therapists is bo...
College is a time of constant change and adjustment. I work to support college students by providing a safe space to talk and validating their experience as they enter into a new season of life. I completed my internship at a University Counseling Center and developed a passion for supporting students in the midst of academic challenges, relationship difficulties, life adjustments, and identity development. If you are a college student needing support, send me a message or give me a call and...
Welcome. I’m so glad you’re here. I’m Dr. Noor Alwani, the licensed clinical psychologist behind Gentle Illuminations. My heart’s work lies is helping women and couples find their way through life’s challenges, rediscover their strength, and live in a way that’s more connected to their inner truth and the people they care about. I work with women who are navigating anxiety, depression, stress, identity, trauma, grief, and life transitions. I enjoy supporting those who are aspiring to work ...
If you’ve ever felt out of place, unsure of yourself, or disconnected from who you really are, you’re not alone. As a minority therapist and trauma specialist based in Fairfax, Virginia, I support individuals—especially students and young adults—who are navigating the weight of cultural expectations, life transitions, and unresolved emotional pain. Many of the clients I work with are trying to better understand themselves while juggling pressure, self-doubt, and a quiet sense of not quite fittin...
Clarity Counseling is an outpatient treatment center that commits to providing quality treatment to individuals, families, and groups in the Northern Virginia region and Richmond area. Clarity specializes in providing comprehensive and evidenced-based treatment for individuals and families impacted by mental illness. Our providers are certified and specialized in the treatment of Eating Disorders, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and are trained in Trauma Informed Therapies. Clarity offers a uni...
Vital is derived from the latin word "vita" which means "life." Here at MindVita, we believe to have life means to have options. We are not your basic psychiatry providers - our team is committed to providing you all of the tools you need for balanced mental health....
Hey there, welcome! I’m Francinne Anez, a Licensed Clinical Social Work Supervisee and Certified Brain Health Coach. I know college can be tough, and I'm here to help you navigate those challenges with confidence and ease. Let’s create a safe, judgment-free space where you can express and explore your feelings. Whether you're feeling anxious about classes, overwhelmed by deadlines, or stuck in a cycle of overthinking, you don’t have to go through this alone. Together, we can tackle those c...
I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. Are you ready to make a positive change in your life? Asking for help takes courage, but the rewards of doing so can lead to a lifetime of fulfillment. In working together, we will cultivate growth by understanding the obstacles that you face and develop solutions that can help you gain control of your life and achieve your goals. I am passionate about empowering individuals through a solution-focused approa...
For over ten years, I've had the privilege to work alongside children, families, college students, adults, and couples in the difficult journey of life. I have found a passion for working with emerging adults, the LGBTQ+ community, those suffering from relationship concerns, and the everyday struggle of anxiety and depression. As a psychotherapist, my hope is to offer a therapeutic relationship to explore your present concerns, unpack the past, and envision the future. My approach is warm, open,...
Do you feel weighed down by unresolved trauma passed down through generations in your family? You may experience sadness, anger, anxiety, guilt, or shame, and feel unprepared to regulate your emotions, build secure relationships, or navigate your cultural identity. You don’t have to carry this burden alone. Together, we can help you build emotional resilience and rediscover a sense of self. As a bilingual/bicultural licensed professional counselor and registered art therapist, I use a trauma-...
Hey, thanks for checking out my profile! My name is Colleen Neumann, and I'm a psychologist specializing in eating disorders. My physical office is in Northern Virginia, and I'm always happy to do virtual sessions for anyone in Virginia prefers it. I identify as an advocate for body acceptance, Health at Every Size, and am an LGBTQ+ ally. Pronouns: she/her(s)...
"We have more possibilities available in each moment than we realize." ― Thich Nhat Hanh Hey there, Do you ever feel like you're stuck in a loop of stress, anxiety, and self-doubt, despite your best efforts to stay positive and succeed? You're not alone. College life can be overwhelming. Between classes, exams, relationships, and just trying to figure out who you are and where you fit in, it's easy to feel lost and overwhelmed. Therapy might seem intimidating or even unnecessary, bu...
We are licensed (PhD) clinical psychologists, experts in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and have worked as professors at a number of universities. Our skills as therapists developed over more than 20 years of teaching psychotherapy, publishing scientific papers, training doctoral students, giving conference presentations internationally, and conducting workshops for other mental health professionals. We are devoted to life-long learning in order to provide the best care possible. We fre...
In my work with clients, I use a really practical, active and results-oriented approach called cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). I don't spend much time at all on trying to figure out the past origins and history of your problems. Instead, I help you learn and apply specific strategies, skills and techniques so you can overcome your problems in the present, and achieve whatever personal therapy goals you choose for yourself, such as: socializing, making friends, forming relationships, being as...