Therapists for college students near Northern Virginia Community College

Andrew has years of clinical experience working with a diverse clientele across the life span. He has assisted individuals, couples, families and groups with gaining greater self-awareness and mastery of life’s challenges. Andrew has a history of coordinating his clients’ care with the other members of their wellness team. Andrew applies an eclectic therapeutic approach, drawing from evidence based practices, to best serve the needs of each individual client. He meets clients where they are in their personal growth journey, promoting their strengths and cultivating insight into the barriers they face. He believes therapy is a human-to-human connection and collaboration that enriches our abilities to adapt and evolve. Andrew is devoted to establishing a nurturing therapeutic alliance where clients are safe to explore their vulnerabilities and enhance their self knowledge and compassion.

Casey Hassett, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker who provides therapeutic services to adults and seniors. Casey values meeting each client where they are - using a person-centered, strengths-based approach with the goal to create a safe, trusting environment. Casey has experience working with anxiety, depression, diabetes distress, and disorders of overcontrol.

Currently, I am open to working with ages 12+ regarding mental health, coping skills, trauma, grief and loss. I have worked with people with disabilities, addictions, community mental health, inpatient Palliative Care, and outpatient including families. Therapy is a place for people to come and grow, learn about themselves and the people around them. Investing in yourself brings empowerment and excitement to what lies ahead.

As a Licensed Master Social Worker with three years of experience, I help children, teenagers, and young adults navigate difficult life transitions and challenging interpersonal relationships, which often produce feelings of anxiety, depression, and grief. I utilize principles of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI) in my work with clients. My therapeutic approach is client-centered, trauma-informed, and strengths-based. I am passionate about providing equitable mental healthcare and cultivating a safe and supportive space where individuals can heal, grow, and thrive. Working together, you can expect an empowering and nonjudgemental environment. I use active listening skills and CBT techniques to help clients build effective coping strategies and increase resilience. My therapeutic style is compassionate and collaborative, and I tailor my approach to each person’s unique goals, challenges, and cultural background. My path to becoming a therapist began with the support of a school social worker, who validated my emotions and helped teach me coping strategies for managing severe anxiety when I was in middle school. This experience deepened my commitment to providing a warm and safe space where clients feel heard and understood. I bring a strong sense of empathy and a commitment to listening without judgement to each session. I believe in the importance of trust and collaboration, which will help me be a kind and empowering partner to my clients. I look forward to helping you gain insight and build the skills needed to navigate life’s challenges with confidence. In my free time, I enjoy traveling, crafting, reading, and cooking. I specifically like collaging and working with clay, as well as trying new recipes for my family and friends.

As a clinical therapist for families, young adults, and adolescents, I am dedicated to helping patients navigate life transitions, emotional discord, and the complex experiences underlying mental health symptoms. I specialize in Emotionally Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mentalization-Based Therapy (MBT), Art Therapy, and Integrative Trauma-Informed Care. I take an integrative, psychodynamic, and exploratory approach that creates space for you to imagine alternatives that rewire the mind, body, and environment. Working together, you can expect a validating and compassionate environment that incorporates a variety of therapies to help you work toward restructuring patterns making you feel stuck. With steadfast belief in competence and dedication, I tailor my approach to your unique goals and needs – an approach that enables me to be authentic and adaptable at all times. I look forward to exploring new possibilities for you and your loved ones in our work together.

As a resident in counseling, I specialize in helping individuals navigate through some of life’s most pressing challenges in a safe therapeutic setting. These key challenges might include life transitions, day-to-day stressors, anxiety, relationship concerns, and more. In my practice, I take an authentic, supportive, and optimistic approach. I'm passionate about working with adolescents and young adults, with a special place in my heart for athletes, as this is how my counseling journey began. I believe in the importance of active listening and validation in a clinical setting, helping us to build a strong therapeutic alliance. Working together, you can expect an authentic and affirming environment that focuses on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy to guide you along your healing journey. Taking a more unstructured approach in these therapies allows me to focus on deepening our relationship rather than simply checking off a list of questions to ask. More, I tailor my approach to each person's unique needs to ensure you identify and achieve your specific mental health goals. I look forward to the opportunity to create this lasting therapeutic relationship with you. My journey into therapy began with my own counseling experience back in college, when I sought out help to address sports performance anxiety I was experiencing. Finding the encounter eye-opening, I left my therapist’s office thinking, "This is what I want to do for my profession," and haven't looked back since! This first-hand accounting of just how empowering therapy can be deepened my commitment to prioritizing the therapeutic relationship first and foremost, bringing genuine and authentic energy to each session.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) helping adults ages 18 to 65+. With experience in residential (RTC) and therapeutic approaches, my specialties include guiding patients through struggles with severe substance abuse, process addictions, personality disorders, and severe mental health issues, as well as depression, anxiety, life transitions, suicidal ideations, and finding purpose in life. Through an open-minded, person-centered, and challenging approach tailored to your unique needs and goals, I empower you to live a value-oriented life, learn more about yourself, and face life challenges head on. In every session, I aim to challenge you in your thinking by being honest with yourself and seeing things from a different perspective. I believe in every person's potential for change and growth. That’s why I assure you of a safe, nonjudgmental and uplifting environment where you are both challenged and supported to aid in acceptance and realize lasting growth. Together, we achieve this through a mix of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectal Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to obtain your goals, build insight, and possess tangible skills. A lifelong interest in psychology led me to the path to becoming a therapist. This passion became my calling in life, while my life experiences put me right where I belong working in this profession. Outside the office, I enjoy traveling, exploring the DMV with friends, and recreational sports leagues. In fact, in a not-too-distant part of my life, I was an MMA and Muay Thai fighter, having spent the past 4 years fighting competitively along with 3 years boxing in my undergraduate years.

As a licensed mental health professional with 5 years of experience, I am passionate about helping adolescents and adults navigate life stressors, overcome struggles with anxiety, strengthen coping skills, and reconnect with what matters most to them. I take a collaborative and person-centered approach focused on leading you into greater resilience and clarity during times of stress while feeling more grounded in daily life. I believe in practical, goal-oriented, and evidence-based approaches to better support and empower you. In our time together, you can expect an empathetic and judgement-free environment tailored to your unique values. I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help you manage anxiety, build coping skills, and create meaningful change. I look forward to developing these skills and finding greater balance in our work together. My path to becoming a therapist began with a passion for helping people navigate life's challenges and heal from difficult experiences. This journey deepened my commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care that ensures empathy, encouragement, and warmth in every session. Outside of work, I love finding ways to stay active and creative to recharge. You’ll often find me reading, running and spending time outdoors, and exploring new artistic projects.

For more than a decade, Sunstone Counseling’s dedicated mental health professionals have provided convenient access to counseling for children, adolescents, adults, couples and families at locations in Falls Church, Alexandria, McLean, Ashburn, Richmond and online. Sunstone is committed to addressing Virginia’s mental health needs by employing a team of over 70 counselors who offer a wide variety of innovative, personalized, and evidence-based counseling services, groups and workshops. Sunstone advantages include flexible scheduling, a range of price points, and both in-person and HIPAA-compliant virtual counseling and two new offices now open in Ashburn and Richmond. Life is complicated, but getting help shouldn't be. Sunstone Counseling supports every age and stage of life, and our counselors are here to guide you to a brighter tomorrow. 703-534-5100 www.sunstonecounselors.com

Congratulations on taking the first step in your journey to heal from struggles related to anxiety, depression, life transitions, or relationship issues. As a clinical mental health counselor for young adults and adults of diverse backgrounds, I’m here to help you navigate the complexity of the human experience, as well as build resilience and strengthen confidence in your ability to handle day-to-day life. I believe laughter is a good medicine, and while healing is something to be taken seriously, laughter can make the hard parts easier. That’s why my approach is direct and rooted in reality, yet humorous. I'm passionate about my role as a witness to my patients’ journeys to wellness, and look forward to joining your journey and supporting your healing in our work together. I believe each person knows themself better than anyone else, and thus already possesses the knowledge and strength needed to make the changes they desire. This belief helps me in my role as a collaborator in your therapeutic journey: someone to witness the good, bad, and ugly, and provide support through all of them. In our time together, you can expect a warm, friendly, and supportive environment, one that is tailored to you and comes with therapeutic homework so you can practice the things you want to improve on outside the therapy room. My style is direct and change-oriented, using an integrative approach relying mostly on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectal Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help you explore how your environments, personality, community, and the interactions with them influence thoughts, feelings, and behavior. My path to becoming a therapist began when life did what it usually does, and I found myself at a crossroads deciding between a new dream and an old dream. This struggle led me to back to that old dream, one dedicated to helping people, and my commitment to doing this as a therapist. In my practice, I consider it an honor to bear witness to the struggles and breakthroughs of my patients, and be able to support them throughout these experiences. I bring intention, care, and respect, along with a healthy dose of pop culture knowledge, to each session as we achieve healing goals together. I enjoy a wide variety of interests when I’m not in the office. If I’m not reading, coloring/painting, or watching true crime documentaries, then I’m out and about, discovering new coffee shops and hunting for my next sweet treat!

We are a relational center. Relational psychotherapy is an integrative form of therapy, born from a combination of several therapeutic theories and practices. In the 1980s a shift occurred in the practice of therapy, in that it moved away from simply exploring inner experiences (intrasubjective) and toward greater understanding of the impact of relationships on individual experiences (intersubjective). Since then, relational psychotherapy has expanded, growing to become a widely used theoretical base for many other forms of therapy that focus on a person’s relationships and the impact they can have on emotional and mental wellness. At the same time we offer brain changing therapeutic approaches based on the latest neuroscience information to rewire your brain and achieve long term healing and benefits when talk therapy isn’t enough: EMDR, IFS, Adult Attachment Therapy, Imago, Intuitive Eating… Ask for more information to see which one is the best for you. At DC VA Counseling Psychotherapy we specialize in the following: Addictions Depression & Anxiety Trauma Relationships (singlehood, dating, marriage & couples counseling, separation and divorce, intimacy problems and attachment) Eating disorders treatment & body image and healthy eating Maternity and post partum depression Parenting and attachment, grief including but not limited to loss of a loved one, perinatal loss, and divorce I am also devoted to the field of positive psychology and prevention by offering my support to people during processes of change and common life transitions. One of the biggest misconceptions about therapy is that seeing a therapist is a sign of weakness. In fact, quite the opposite is true. Recognizing the need for help and seeking professional counseling is a sign of both strength and your determination to live a productive and meaningful life. Remember you don’t have to wait for a crisis to make your life better! Please explore my website to get a better feeling of me and my practice. Visit our team and specialty areas sections. You will find specific information of ways we can help you. We look forward to working with you.

Are you looking for an empathic therapist who is fully present and listens attentively? Are you navigating anxiety, life transitions, relationship concerns, women’s issues, work-related stress, or the challenges that can come with military life and identity? Maybe you’re feeling alone, burned out, or overwhelmed and just need to talk to someone. If this sounds like you, I’m your person. I'm here to support you. My therapeutic approach is mindful, strengths-based, and steeped in compassion and humor. In our sessions we'll explore how your past experiences and relationships may be shaping your present. Every client is unique, and we will tailor your personal growth journey to your needs. If you’re feeling overwhelmed or struggling, you're not alone. My goal is to create a space where you feel seen and heard, and together we'll start to make sense of what you’re experiencing. I would be honored to support you through your therapy journey.

Whether you're managing a mood disorder, working through relationship challenges, or struggling with a significant shift in your life, you don't have to face it alone. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 10 years of experience, I specialize in helping adolescents and adults navigate anxiety, depression, relationship stress, and major life transitions. Showing up for you means creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where growth and self-exploration feel genuinely possible. Together, we'll build the insight, resilience, and meaningful change that can make a real difference in your life. It's a privilege to be your compassionate, trustworthy partner throughout that process. You can expect every session to feel warm, collaborative, and centered around you. Drawing on evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and solution-focused therapy, we'll work together to help you better manage emotions, strengthen relationships, and feel more confident navigating daily life. No two people are the same, and the care you receive reflects that. Your unique situation, goals, and needs shape how we work together — always with a focus on building healthier coping strategies and helping you feel genuinely empowered in your daily life. A deep curiosity about people and a genuine desire to help others find their footing in hard moments drew me to this work from the very beginning. Over the years, that calling has only grown stronger, deepening my commitment to providing compassionate, evidence-based care that helps patients feel supported and capable of real change. To every session in my practice now, I bring warmth, authenticity, and practical clinical insight, because you deserve care that is both grounded and human. When I'm not in session, you'll likely find me exploring a new restaurant with my family, trying out a recipe in the kitchen, or hunting for a hidden gem while antiquing. Home is a constant source of inspiration too, whether I'm tending the garden, taking on a DIY project, or reimagining a space through interior design. Traveling rounds it all out, fueling a sense of wonder and curiosity that I carry into my work with you.

Hi there, I’m Kadija—welcome! We’re so glad you’re here. At Barrat Behavioral Health and Primary Care, we’re committed to providing compassionate, comprehensive care that supports your whole health—both body and mind. Whether you’re seeking mental health support, weight management services, or a blend of both, you’ve already taken an important step toward wellness, and we’re honored to walk this journey with you. Our mission is to make you feel heard, respected, and empowered from day one. You can expect a safe, supportive space where your care is tailored to your unique needs and goals. Thank you for choosing us. We look forward to helping you live a healthier, more fulfilling life. Find Out More: 📞 Call or text: 571-543-4880 📧 Email: info@barratbhandconsulting.com

Finding the right support can feel like a big step, and you deserve a space where you can show up exactly as you are. As a licensed clinical therapist with five years of experience, I help teenagers and adults navigate anxiety, obsessive-compulsive, and substance-related disorders, as well as the overthinking, negative core beliefs, relationship struggles, and ruminative thoughts that so often accompany them. At the heart of my practice is a genuine belief in the integrity, dignity, and worth of every person I work with. Human connection matters deeply to me, and that belief shapes everything about how I approach care. Therapy doesn't have to feel stiff or one-sided. Here, it's a collaborative space where we process, reflect, and work toward your goals together, without judgment, and without pretense. Authenticity is the foundation of everything we do in our sessions, which is why my approach is person-centered and grounded in the belief that you are the expert on your own life. Together, we'll explore the thought patterns that feel like they're holding you back and work through them at a pace that feels right for you. Drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectal Behavior Therapy (DBT), Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), and psychodynamic therapy, the tools we use are always tailored to what fits your individual journey best. And yes, humor absolutely has a place here. We won't avoid the hard stuff, but we can share a laugh along the way. You can expect our work together to feel open, comfortable, and genuinely yours. My path to becoming a therapist grew from a deep passion for advocating for and supporting others. Being someone people can turn to, knowing they'll be met with warmth and zero judgment, is something I take real pride in. (Fair warning: I may be a little nosy, but never in a way that isn't rooted in genuine care for you.) That drive to show up for people, fully and without conditions, is what drew me to this work and what keeps me committed to it every day. Outside of the office, you can catch me reading (mostly thrillers!), doing crafts, going to Pilates, having plenty of coffee, and spending time with my dog, Ludo. I enjoy horror movies and awful reality TV, and my favorite show of all time is Bob's Burgers. My music taste ranges from Green Day and Måneskin, to Britney Spears and Ella Boh, to the Mamma Mia! movie soundtrack (so I'm sure we'll be able to find some common ground somewhere).

I am a Qualified Mental Health Professional and LCSW-Supervisee specializing in anxiety, depression, relationship issues, sexuality and gender identity, and life transitions. Over the past five years, I have worked primarily with queer and BIPOC/AAPI young adults, though I am here to support anyone who is ready to begin their healing journey. The patients I’ve had the privilege of working with came to therapy with a shared hope: to feel more in control, to find greater happiness, and to grow into stronger, more resilient versions of themselves. Together, we worked through life transitions, relationship challenges, and the anxiety or depression that was getting in the way of the life they wanted to live. Watching patients reach their goals and move forward confidently, no longer needing therapy because they are truly thriving, is the greatest reward of this work. As a social worker, my practice is rooted in six core principles: service, social justice, dignity and worth of the person, the importance of human relationships, integrity, and competence. I believe that compassionate care, anti-racism, and equity are not just ideals but responsibilities – to our field, to society, and most importantly, to you. When we work together, you will never feel alone in your journey. I am fully present and deeply committed to your growth and well-being every step of the way. Because every person is unique, I believe every treatment plan should be too. My approach is integrative, meaning I draw from multiple therapeutic modalities to meet you exactly where you are and address what you need most. I regularly incorporate elements of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), art therapy, and Internal Family Systems (IFS) into my work. One aspect of care I am especially passionate about is helping you understand the neurobiological processes that shape how we experience mental health. When you understand what’s happening in your body and mind, you gain a greater sense of control over your emotions. Patients consistently report that this deeper awareness translates into meaningful, lasting progress toward their goals. In our sessions, you can expect a warm, accepting, and validating space where each appointment is shaped to fit your needs while keeping sight of the larger goals we have set together. I meet you where you are in your journey, offering a secure and supportive environment where you can feel confident sharing your struggles and celebrating your growth. Long before I became a therapist, I was the friend people turned to, the one who listened, supported, and helped others find their footing during hard times. This instinct to help shaped everything that followed. The turning point came when I supported a loved one through a serious mental health crisis. Witnessing firsthand how compassionate, skilled care helped her not just survive but begin to heal, I knew with certainty that becoming a therapist was my calling. That experience deepened my conviction that exceptional mental health care must meet each person exactly where they are. It reinforced my belief that with the right support, people struggling with even the most difficult challenges can do more than get through – they can truly thrive. That commitment is at the heart of everything I bring to my work with you. When I'm not in session, you can find me lost in a sci-fi or fantasy novel, writing creatively, or working through a crossword puzzle. I also love listening to podcasts, taking road trips, and staying active through yoga and kickboxing. Most of all, I cherish time spent with the people (and one very beloved cat named Loki) who make life so full.

Ibrahim iftoni is a board-Certified nurse practitioner in Psychiatry. He received his Master's degree from the University of Walden. He has been in the nursing field and mental health for over 15 years. His lengthy experience in both fields has allowed him to integrate nursing and mental health for the most effective treatment of his patients.

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Healing takes time­ and patience. Sometime­s, it even nee­ds courage you didn’t think you had. The most challenging part is ofte­n getting started, and you’ve alre­ady taken that step by being here. Now, let’s move­ forward together. Whether you’ve be­en dealing with this for a while or just beginning to get help, we’re here­ to help you find balance and resilie­nce.

As a clinical social worker, my focus is on helping people navigate anxiety, depression, and trauma-related conditions. While my work extends to adolescents and adults of all backgrounds, the LGBTQ+ community holds a particularly meaningful place in my practice. Many of the people I work with sense that something needs to change but find it hard to pinpoint what's holding them back or how to move forward. Together, we work to uncover the barriers standing between you and the life you want, whether those show up in your relationships, your sense of consistency, or your ability to stay present in the things that matter most to you, like work, school, or community. The artist Claude Monet once said, "It's on the strength of observation and reflection that one finds a way. So we must dig and delve unceasingly." This resonates deeply with how I approach my work. Reflection is one of our greatest human strengths, and part of my role as your therapist is to serve as both a mirror and a partner in that exploration. Walking that journey alongside you, toward what matters most and what it means for you to live well, is something I look forward to deeply. My career began in skills-based settings, which gave me a strong foundation in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). From there, my approach has grown to be holistic, eclectic, and firmly person-centered. By weaving in psychodynamic and Internal Family Systems (IFS) frameworks, we get to the root of what's driving your challenges while also building the practical skills that bring relief. At its core, therapy is about knowing yourself, understanding your values, and creating a life that feels sustainable and true to who you are. Coming to therapy shouldn't feel clinical or stiff. When we work together, you can expect a warm, conversational environment. What matters to me is that you feel heard and understood as a whole person, not just a set of symptoms. This kind of safety, paired with a casual and transparent therapeutic style, is what allows people to open up and become real collaborators in their own care. You'll always know where we stand and why, because honesty and clarity make the work more effective. Every approach is tailored to your individual needs, and your feedback is always welcome. If something isn't working for you, I want to know. My path to becoming a therapist started with my own experience in therapy during high school. Witnessing firsthand how powerful it can be to feel truly heard, understood, and supported through some of the hardest moments, and watching close friends struggle without that same support, shaped everything about the kind of therapist I wanted to become. This experience planted a lasting commitment to showing up for people when they need it most. Reaching out for help takes real courage and vulnerability, and that's something I never take for granted. Bringing my own humanity to this work, and holding space for yours, is something I consider both a privilege and a responsibility. Outside of the therapy room, you'll likely find me reading, camping, traveling, or laughing with friends. Home life keeps things lively too, with a full house of beloved pets and family always nearby. Fresh air and time spent outdoors are genuinely restorative for me, and that same spirit of rest, curiosity, and connection is something I hope to bring into the work we do together.