Therapists in Alexandria, VA

Are you ready to begin a journey of self growth? The journey of self growth begins with allowing ourselves to heal. No matter if your struggles come from your past or your present, I am here to help you heal from them and work towards the future you want. Life can be overwhelming, but you don’t need to face life's challenges alone. I believe that everyone deserves access to tools that allow them to live a happy and healthy life. Wherever you are in your journey of self growth, I’m happy to meet you there. Counseling is a safe space to process your emotions and work through challenges in your life.

Anxiety and OCD are my areas of expertise. While at one point your energy, thoughtfulness and persistence served you and helped you to accomplish things, perhaps you've noticed these patterns and behaviors take on a life of their own. Now you might be more fearful, doubtful, and engaging in avoidance. What used to bring you joy is now being perceived as a chore or a threat. You want peace of mind and freedom to enjoy what's right in front of you without being consumed by all the what ifs and other worst case scenarios. You recognize that the anxiety that used to serve you is now being used against you and you're tired of it.

Francinne Anez is a Certified Brain Health Coach and clinical supervisee who specializes in helping clients enhance their ability to effectively cope with life's stressors .

I enjoy working collaboratively alongside adults, young adults, and college-aged students, navigating interpersonal relationship concerns, time management, stress, and communication issues. I am trained to work through trauma and PTSD, OCD, anxiety, depression, adjustment concerns, family relational issues, and ADHD.

If you are ready to change the way you respond to anxiety and stress, you're in the right place. I work with clients seeking long-term lifestyle changes in the way they approach uncertainty in life, being stuck in thought loops, and obsessive thinking and compulsions. In our work together, we address anxiety and depression, OCD, and/or other mental health concerns through introspection & outward action. We work together in developing insight & creative exploration of self while taking actionable steps to rebuild trust in yourself. You can learn to meet your needs & live through your values, not your fears.

I have the privilege of accompanying clients as they go through some of the most painful and some of the most joyous times of their lives. I believe that improving your relationship with yourself and balancing your thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and energy can help you to reach your fullest potential. My approach is both practical and insight-oriented, and my goal is to help you understand what ways you can better take care of yourself by providing you the skills you need, and a vision to become who you want to be.

If someone asked you not to think for 10 minutes how hard would that be? Is overthinking about the “What Ifs” driving you to relentlessly check things over and over again? Are you determined to find certainty in an uncertain world? Do you frequently ask others repeatedly if something or someone is going to be OK? No matter how much you do a task or say a particular thing does peace of mind elude you? Does the compulsion to handwash, re-read, double check, pray, or re-arrange items never provide lasting relief? Do you find yourself burdened by intrusive thoughts that strike against your will and preoccupy your mind for hours a day?

Do you have intrusive thoughts that become distracting and disrupt your day? Do you feel compelled to perform certain acts or rituals to alleviate your anxiety? Have you experienced a traumatic event that still haunts you? Has the stress of moving to a new country impacted your well- being? Are you lonely and struggling in an unfamiliar environment? You can move beyond your struggles. Gain coping skills to manage your OCD, heal from trauma and thrive in your new home. Reach out now, I look forward to hearing your story.

I specialize in anxiety disorders, depression, and obsessive compulsive disorders in adolescents and adults. I have a particular passion for working with athletes of all levels; professional, collegiate, and recreational. As a former high school and collegiate rower, I understand the physical, emotional, and mental challenges of athletes and their families. I work with athletes who are struggling with anxiety, confidence, focus, or team dynamics. Additionally, I work with athletes experiencing acute and chronic injuries, pain, illness, or physical changes with aging.

My practice specializes in helping children, adolescents, adults, couples and the family system collectively to work through and move forward past one's anxiety, depression, adjustment issues from separation/divorce or grief, social skill challenges, past trauma, addictions, obsessive compulsive issues, disruptive behaviors and attention issues.

Accepting New Clients (Individuals and Couples)-Life can feel really overwhelming at times, especially when you are trying to manage the daily grind, while also being present in your personal and professional relationships. When you have a busy and demanding life your personal relationships often take a back burner and it’s hard to deal with problems effectively in the moment. Sometimes it’s easier to numb out or avoid with unhealthy habits. But, eventually these habits leave you feeling more stressed and disconnected, and problems that once appeared small snowball into larger issues.

I work with adults and teens facing anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, OCD, grief/loss, and significant life transitions. The modern world is full of disruptions, from life changes (divorce, death, marriage, puberty, moving) to career changes (changing jobs, retiring, burnout) to internal changes in personal or spiritual beliefs. Whatever has you feeling disconnected, confused, or off-balance, there are tools that can help you find a foothold — and more than a foothold, you can discover deeper meaning, value, and purpose in your life.

Navigating the unexpected twists of life, you find yourself in a moment that defies expectation. Whether in the throes of transition, navigating adulthood, changing professional paths, or grappling with relationships, you're in a space of uncertainty, seeking your place in the world. Perhaps, despite having all you need, a lingering emptiness persists, prompting endless scrolling and relentless pursuit of connection or material solace.

Do you find yourself struggling to understand or help with your child or teen's emotions or behaviors? Do you sometimes feel like what you’re doing is not enough? Children and teens are developing at a rapid and different pace than adults are. They have different ways of understanding their own world, expressing and managing emotions, and interacting with others. While at times, guardians may feel stuck, the child or teen may feel the same way, yet struggle to process and understand how they’re feeling. Without proper coping tools, support, and warmth, they may find themselves struggling further. This is where I can help.

Others may tell you all the time how great your life must be and how you always seem to have it together, but deep down, you know this could not be further from the truth. Every day, you feel like you are carrying a huge secret and feel pressure to be someone you are not. You look in the mirror and don't recognize who you see. You feel out of place and like you don't belong anywhere. This is exhausting and you don't have anything left to give. You don't have to pretend anymore.

You learned that to get through life, you must be perfect, “proper,” and stay invisible. But operating down this path comes at a cost: overwhelming pressure, self-hatred, and feeling like an imposter in your skin. Belonging has never been easy for me, especially as a child of Asian immigrant parents. The pressure to be "enough" for others or to offset the guilt I felt for all the sacrifices my parents made to succeed in the United States has contributed to my resilience and anxious attempts to hide my imperfections. So, this is an invitation to those who want permission to mess up, be imperfect, and recover from unmet needs.

Is ADHD interfering with your ability to succeed in your professional or personal life? Do you frequently feel nervous or stressed? Do you lack motivation or energy to get stuff done? Are you having difficulty controlling your drinking, your emotions, or substance use? Do you have difficulties in creating and supporting healthy relationships? In therapy, you can expect help to build practical tools that you can start applying right away to make your life better in tangible ways. You can become more balanced, more focused, and more centered. Contact me via phone, text, or email. I am looking forward to hearing your story.

I have an extensive background working with adolescents, and adults, providing psychotherapy. I have worked in a variety of settings including private practices, community clinics, and residential treatment centers. With specialized training and experience in different theoretical approaches including psychodynamic, mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral and dialectical behavioral therapy, trauma-focused CBT, interpersonal, and narrative therapy, I use an integrated approach to meet the unique needs of each client. Due to my own diverse background and experience, I am intimately aware of multicultural issues, and enjoy working with a clientele from various arrays of life.

Are you tired of feeling stressed, not taking care of yourself, issues at work, bad relationships, kids all over the place, distant learning, grief, gender identity, class, and race issues? Well look no further, Connect to Care Counseling Services, LLC provides a safe place to listen and truly assist our clients with achieving their goals using psychotherapy. Now, this will not be a pity party but a revelation party to help you come out of your situation for a new YOU. In addition, we provide services in Louisiana, Virginia, Maryland, and District of Columbia. We are open with no Wait list.