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Spiritual Direction at CCHC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030
Has our current health climate inspired you to make a change? Spiritual direction is the process of exploring a deeper relationship with the spiritual aspect of being human, and any aspect of your unique, personal, and sacred spirituality. For some, this includes exploring your relationship with the divine, deepening your spiritual identity, or building spiritual practices. For others, it includes exploring spiritual beliefs or values and the degree to which these fit with your personhood. It can involve asking questions, sharing joy, fears, or struggles, getting ‘unstuck’, or creating change in an informed and intentional way.
Has our current health climate inspired you to make a change? Spiritual direction is the process of exploring a deeper relationship with the spiritual aspect of being human, and any aspect of your unique, personal, and sacred spirituality. For some, this includes exploring your relationship with the divine, deepening your spiritual identity, or building spiritual practices. For others, it includes exploring spiritual beliefs or values and the degree to which these fit with your personhood. It can involve asking questions, sharing joy, fears, or struggles, getting ‘unstuck’, or creating change in an informed and intentional way.
(571) 556-9093 View (571) 556-9093
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Newzaira Khan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030  (Online Only)
I help Muslims and those seeking spirituality to manage anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Hello! My name is Newzaira, which translates to someone who sees's the good in others. Do you feel that at times you struggle with finding a deeper meaning in life? Or that little things can trigger a large emotional response? Is it hard to draw kindness to your experiences and others around you?
I help Muslims and those seeking spirituality to manage anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Hello! My name is Newzaira, which translates to someone who sees's the good in others. Do you feel that at times you struggle with finding a deeper meaning in life? Or that little things can trigger a large emotional response? Is it hard to draw kindness to your experiences and others around you?
(804) 587-8104 View (804) 587-8104
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Catherine McCollough
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MDiv, LCSW, ACPE
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030
Sometimes those conversations take the form of counseling, sometimes coaching, but I am always drawing upon the wisdom and principles of psychology, theology, and spirituality.
My clients are searching for meaning and a sense of wholeness in their lives, sometimes in the midst of crisis, sometimes traveling through times of normative change. Although I am an ordained Presbyterian minister and consider my work a ministry of counseling, I value the diversity of our community and seek to meet people wherever they identify themselves to be and honor their unique stories, beliefs and perspectives.
Sometimes those conversations take the form of counseling, sometimes coaching, but I am always drawing upon the wisdom and principles of psychology, theology, and spirituality.
My clients are searching for meaning and a sense of wholeness in their lives, sometimes in the midst of crisis, sometimes traveling through times of normative change. Although I am an ordained Presbyterian minister and consider my work a ministry of counseling, I value the diversity of our community and seek to meet people wherever they identify themselves to be and honor their unique stories, beliefs and perspectives.
(844) 334-1302 View (844) 334-1302
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Jack Allen Merenda
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030
I've been a licensed clinical psychologist since 1994, and have counseled people with a wide range of life challenges, including: anxiety, stress, depression, self-image, men's issues, having a family member with special needs, spirituality, and major life transitions. I employ an individualized blend of therapeutic skills, to explore your life challenge through compassionate listening and meaningful interaction, with the goal towards deeper understanding which guides effective action planning and follow-through.
I've been a licensed clinical psychologist since 1994, and have counseled people with a wide range of life challenges, including: anxiety, stress, depression, self-image, men's issues, having a family member with special needs, spirituality, and major life transitions. I employ an individualized blend of therapeutic skills, to explore your life challenge through compassionate listening and meaningful interaction, with the goal towards deeper understanding which guides effective action planning and follow-through.
(703) 636-2888 x7 View (703) 636-2888 x7
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Dr. Charlotte Howson
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030  (Online Only)
With the right clinician, therapy can change your life in powerful and lasting ways. I work with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, chronic illness, chronic pain, self esteem, spirituality, stress, trauma and PTSD, and women's issues. Whether you are facing prolonged challenges, a current crisis, or simply feeling like something is "off," my goal is to help facilitate a deeper understanding of yourself, and ultimately a greater sense of well-being and peace. I hold safety, trust, and respect as pivotal elements of effective therapy, and approach each client as a unique individual with distinct strengths and needs.
With the right clinician, therapy can change your life in powerful and lasting ways. I work with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, chronic illness, chronic pain, self esteem, spirituality, stress, trauma and PTSD, and women's issues. Whether you are facing prolonged challenges, a current crisis, or simply feeling like something is "off," my goal is to help facilitate a deeper understanding of yourself, and ultimately a greater sense of well-being and peace. I hold safety, trust, and respect as pivotal elements of effective therapy, and approach each client as a unique individual with distinct strengths and needs.
(571) 570-3456 View (571) 570-3456
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Azaria Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030  (Online Only)
I offer weekday and weeknight availability, secure virtual sessions, and the option to incorporate spirituality into the therapy room.
Together will create a therapeutic space for you and your partner(s) to break through insecurities and establish healthy boundaries that allow you to break free of patterns and beliefs that kept you and your relationships stuck. Understanding how your family of origin and previous relationship impact how you are showing up in your current relationships. Exploring how cultural/religious attitudes shape your relationship with your body, impacting your sexual desire and responsiveness for connection. Together, we will identify healthy ways to shift learned behaviors that block you from growing and having relationships and sexual.
I offer weekday and weeknight availability, secure virtual sessions, and the option to incorporate spirituality into the therapy room.
Together will create a therapeutic space for you and your partner(s) to break through insecurities and establish healthy boundaries that allow you to break free of patterns and beliefs that kept you and your relationships stuck. Understanding how your family of origin and previous relationship impact how you are showing up in your current relationships. Exploring how cultural/religious attitudes shape your relationship with your body, impacting your sexual desire and responsiveness for connection. Together, we will identify healthy ways to shift learned behaviors that block you from growing and having relationships and sexual.
(571) 520-8240 View (571) 520-8240
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Ronnie Zuessman
Psychologist, PhD, LCP-VA, LMFT-VA, LMHC-NY
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030  (Online Only)
People often seek counseling or psychotherapy to change and to resolve difficulties or problems. Seeking consultation is personal and it takes some courage to initiate contact. Sometimes the impetus comes from within; sometimes your circumstances or others close to you provide a nudge. Finding the 'right' therapist for you may take some exploration. Some people simply seek to talk privately about a subject or an issue. This may involve one's direction in life, career, management role, or decision-making. Some people seek to address deeply personal thoughts, emotions, behaviors, relationships, spirituality, or other concerns.
People often seek counseling or psychotherapy to change and to resolve difficulties or problems. Seeking consultation is personal and it takes some courage to initiate contact. Sometimes the impetus comes from within; sometimes your circumstances or others close to you provide a nudge. Finding the 'right' therapist for you may take some exploration. Some people simply seek to talk privately about a subject or an issue. This may involve one's direction in life, career, management role, or decision-making. Some people seek to address deeply personal thoughts, emotions, behaviors, relationships, spirituality, or other concerns.
(703) 260-9459 View (703) 260-9459
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Virginia Therapy & Wellness
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030
We are a group of highly skilled therapists who work with adolescents, adults, couples & families who struggle with relationship issues, family conflict, anxiety, OCD, self esteem, life transitions, coping skills, PTSD, chronic illness, spirituality, depression, grief, and more. 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 bound to be a good fit. We encourage you to visit our website to learn more about us. We look forward to working with you!
We are a group of highly skilled therapists who work with adolescents, adults, couples & families who struggle with relationship issues, family conflict, anxiety, OCD, self esteem, life transitions, coping skills, PTSD, chronic illness, spirituality, depression, grief, and more. 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 bound to be a good fit. We encourage you to visit our website to learn more about us. We look forward to working with you!
(571) 655-3767 View (571) 655-3767
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Naglaa B. Moussa
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030  (Online Only)
My areas of expertise consist of trauma, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, suicidal ideation, codependency, addictions, divorce, relationship issues, family conflict, marital problems, parenting, spirituality, coping skills, Christian counseling, intellectual disability, and acculturation.
Embracing the uniqueness of each individual, my therapeutic approach is centered on tailored, supportive, and collaborative methods. Together, we will work to integrate profound insights and self-awareness into your behavioral patterns, fostering processed and healthy emotional reactions. In therapy, my aim is to guide you through challenging life experiences that may seem persistent. You'll gain control over your choices, heal from the past, and develop coping strategies, empowering you to overcome obstacles and reach your full potential.
My areas of expertise consist of trauma, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, suicidal ideation, codependency, addictions, divorce, relationship issues, family conflict, marital problems, parenting, spirituality, coping skills, Christian counseling, intellectual disability, and acculturation.
Embracing the uniqueness of each individual, my therapeutic approach is centered on tailored, supportive, and collaborative methods. Together, we will work to integrate profound insights and self-awareness into your behavioral patterns, fostering processed and healthy emotional reactions. In therapy, my aim is to guide you through challenging life experiences that may seem persistent. You'll gain control over your choices, heal from the past, and develop coping strategies, empowering you to overcome obstacles and reach your full potential.
(703) 972-1797 View (703) 972-1797
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Chan Young Park
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD, LPC-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030
I utilize an eclectic approach that draws on multiple theories and techniques, including CBT, REBT, solution-focused brief therapy, family system theory, client-centered therapy, integrating spirituality, etc.
Sometimes the process of finding a therapist can be a challenge. If you are on this journey, I am here to listen your unique experiences and help you cope with mental health challenges by providing you with a holistic therapeutic experience and by showing empathy to see your world like how you see it. I believe that being accepting, non-judgmental, understanding, and listening are few of the most important skills as a therapist.
I utilize an eclectic approach that draws on multiple theories and techniques, including CBT, REBT, solution-focused brief therapy, family system theory, client-centered therapy, integrating spirituality, etc.
Sometimes the process of finding a therapist can be a challenge. If you are on this journey, I am here to listen your unique experiences and help you cope with mental health challenges by providing you with a holistic therapeutic experience and by showing empathy to see your world like how you see it. I believe that being accepting, non-judgmental, understanding, and listening are few of the most important skills as a therapist.
(571) 450-9255 View (571) 450-9255
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Melissa Byrd - Rivers Of Hope Counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22031
I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, mood disorders, relationship problems, eating disorders, life transitions, multiculturalism and spirituality, and grief and loss.
I believe that the therapeutic relationship is the most important factor in the growth and development of my clients. Within the therapeutic relationship, my clients can expect to be heard, supported, and encouraged as they work through their struggles to help them move forward. I have experience with all ages – children, adolescents, and adults. As a counselor, I provide services for individual, groups, and families.
I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, mood disorders, relationship problems, eating disorders, life transitions, multiculturalism and spirituality, and grief and loss.
I believe that the therapeutic relationship is the most important factor in the growth and development of my clients. Within the therapeutic relationship, my clients can expect to be heard, supported, and encouraged as they work through their struggles to help them move forward. I have experience with all ages – children, adolescents, and adults. As a counselor, I provide services for individual, groups, and families.
(571) 520-3410 View (571) 520-3410
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Takhyun Cho
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LCPC, ACS, NCC
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030
Hello, and thank you for considering me as your therapist. My areas of expertise include working with individuals of all ages struggling with behavioral and emotional issues, including anger management, anxiety, depression, and relationship problems. Additionally, I have experience working with clients struggling with spiritual issues and those with family members with emotional struggles. I am also qualified to provide clinical supervision (VA & MD) to intern counselors, helping them develop their skills and knowledge to become effective therapists. I am also pleased to offer therapy sessions in Korean as well.
Hello, and thank you for considering me as your therapist. My areas of expertise include working with individuals of all ages struggling with behavioral and emotional issues, including anger management, anxiety, depression, and relationship problems. Additionally, I have experience working with clients struggling with spiritual issues and those with family members with emotional struggles. I am also qualified to provide clinical supervision (VA & MD) to intern counselors, helping them develop their skills and knowledge to become effective therapists. I am also pleased to offer therapy sessions in Korean as well.
(703) 420-7481 View (703) 420-7481
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Lisa Kellogg
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030
Are you ready to take ownership over your healing from past hurts? Feel willing to work towards change to create the life you want? I enjoy working with teens and adults who are ready and willing to work towards change, who take the lead in the healing process and recognize that I, as a therapist, can provide tools, but they must do the hard work of using these tools if they want to grow and to heal. It is rewarding to teach clients skills to help them manage their emotions in difficult times, and to help clients figure out which skills are most effective for them. I work with individual clients as well as families and couples.
Are you ready to take ownership over your healing from past hurts? Feel willing to work towards change to create the life you want? I enjoy working with teens and adults who are ready and willing to work towards change, who take the lead in the healing process and recognize that I, as a therapist, can provide tools, but they must do the hard work of using these tools if they want to grow and to heal. It is rewarding to teach clients skills to help them manage their emotions in difficult times, and to help clients figure out which skills are most effective for them. I work with individual clients as well as families and couples.
(479) 334-3001 x11 View (479) 334-3001 x11
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James A Dunbar III
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LICSW, MA
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030  (Online Only)
Have you been feeling stuck? Anxious? Maybe you have been feeling a little down or out of sorts. Has there been less interest in the things you enjoy? Or maybe you have been a bit overwhelmed or irritable and feeling disconnected. I am here to help by using a compassionate, open-minded approach to provide you with the assistance and support you need to help with depression, anxiety, stress and life events. I understand the value of having a healthy body, a clear mind, and a strong spirit.
Have you been feeling stuck? Anxious? Maybe you have been feeling a little down or out of sorts. Has there been less interest in the things you enjoy? Or maybe you have been a bit overwhelmed or irritable and feeling disconnected. I am here to help by using a compassionate, open-minded approach to provide you with the assistance and support you need to help with depression, anxiety, stress and life events. I understand the value of having a healthy body, a clear mind, and a strong spirit.
(571) 496-9738 View (571) 496-9738
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Kelly Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CSAC, CCPS-C
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in VA who believes that each of us has inner strength to help us cope with life’s struggles. My passion for working with others has been life long and my desire to help others is my greatest gift. I am passionate about helping those who are struggling with addictions, couples and/or spouses whose relationships have been affected by infidelity, and those who have gone through or are going through the process of separation and/or divorce. My goal as a therapist is to help my clients begin the recovery process to repair their marriages or learn to live healthy lives as separate individuals.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in VA who believes that each of us has inner strength to help us cope with life’s struggles. My passion for working with others has been life long and my desire to help others is my greatest gift. I am passionate about helping those who are struggling with addictions, couples and/or spouses whose relationships have been affected by infidelity, and those who have gone through or are going through the process of separation and/or divorce. My goal as a therapist is to help my clients begin the recovery process to repair their marriages or learn to live healthy lives as separate individuals.
(703) 991-4012 View (703) 991-4012
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Daniel H. Pyon
Counselor
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030
I help teenagers, college students, and adults discover their values, get "unstuck," and pursue meaningful pathways for their lives, while overcoming harmful habits, behaviors, and patterns of thinking that may impede their progress.
I help teenagers, college students, and adults discover their values, get "unstuck," and pursue meaningful pathways for their lives, while overcoming harmful habits, behaviors, and patterns of thinking that may impede their progress.
(571) 470-5245 View (571) 470-5245
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Daniel Grunhaus
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHCS, LPC
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I know what it is like to encounter what seem to be insurmountable obstacles. To feel stuck, alone, and struggling to hold onto the hope there is a pathway forward. To be so wracked by pain, anxiety, grief, anger, guilt, and shame that it can be hard to breathe. Let me help.
I know what it is like to encounter what seem to be insurmountable obstacles. To feel stuck, alone, and struggling to hold onto the hope there is a pathway forward. To be so wracked by pain, anxiety, grief, anger, guilt, and shame that it can be hard to breathe. Let me help.
(984) 230-8167 View (984) 230-8167
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Philip Cerrato
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MDiv
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030
Seek counseling is a sign of inner strength and a desire to be a better person. No matter what the reason you will feel better once you meet with me, a non-judgmental therapist. As a Clinical Social Worker and therapist I am part of a profession that is well known for helping others cope with the passages of life and meeting you where you are. All races, genders and orientations are welcome here. I will walk with you to help you overcome your challenges and assist your growth into loving kindness for yourself and others. Feel free to call me with any questions at 703.508.4578
Seek counseling is a sign of inner strength and a desire to be a better person. No matter what the reason you will feel better once you meet with me, a non-judgmental therapist. As a Clinical Social Worker and therapist I am part of a profession that is well known for helping others cope with the passages of life and meeting you where you are. All races, genders and orientations are welcome here. I will walk with you to help you overcome your challenges and assist your growth into loving kindness for yourself and others. Feel free to call me with any questions at 703.508.4578
(703) 349-7034 View (703) 349-7034
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Tori Leigh Thomason
Pre-Licensed Professional, MDiv
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030
As a Biblical Counselor, my goal is to help bridge the gap between the suffering of life's circumstances and the goodness, love, majesty, and sovereignty of God. I am passionate about helping others focus on setting goals, creating positive outcomes, and managing personal growth in their own lives. I enjoy incorporating God’s Word to enable change to seep through the lives of others by reading, meditating, seeking prayer, and pursuing Biblical truth persevering in whatever circumstances or season of life you might be in.
As a Biblical Counselor, my goal is to help bridge the gap between the suffering of life's circumstances and the goodness, love, majesty, and sovereignty of God. I am passionate about helping others focus on setting goals, creating positive outcomes, and managing personal growth in their own lives. I enjoy incorporating God’s Word to enable change to seep through the lives of others by reading, meditating, seeking prayer, and pursuing Biblical truth persevering in whatever circumstances or season of life you might be in.
(571) 454-9437 View (571) 454-9437
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Lauren Blitz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MDiv, MSW, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22033  (Online Only)
Do you want to become more aligned with your values and the life and relationships you want for yourself? When people first contemplate questions like this they may feel overwhelmed. Therapy can provide a safe space for us to begin living into the answers of questions that build our self awareness, understanding of those we love, and ability to navigate the circumstances we face in our lives and environment.
Do you want to become more aligned with your values and the life and relationships you want for yourself? When people first contemplate questions like this they may feel overwhelmed. Therapy can provide a safe space for us to begin living into the answers of questions that build our self awareness, understanding of those we love, and ability to navigate the circumstances we face in our lives and environment.
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Spirituality Therapists

What should I expect from therapy that incorporates a focus on spirituality?

Spirituality can mean different things to different individuals, depending on their experiences, beliefs, and life histories. Some individuals focus on strengthening their belief system, while others experience spirituality in secular ways, such as through meditation, yoga, or by spending time in nature. Clients can expect a therapist to help guide and grow their spirituality through any of these techniques, encouraging the individual to cope with the challenges they face and develop strategies to build resilience and purpose to improve their outlook in life.

What are the most common treatments that include spirituality?

There are several treatments that incorporate spirituality. Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) helps a person examine and reframe their negative thoughts and behaviors. Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) focuses on emotional acceptance and psychological flexibility. Existential therapy is most often used to address anxiety, depression, grief, loneliness, apathy, despair, questions of identity, and feelings of purposelessness and existential dread. Transpersonal therapy focuses on a client’s spirituality and meaning in life and may incorporate techniques including meditation, visualization, hypnotherapy, dream analysis, and or breathwork.

Can therapy incorporating spirituality help atheistic or agnostic individuals?

Yes. For non-believers, spirituality can offer benefits including a greater sense of connection to others and to the natural world. An interest in spirituality may also spur individuals to pursue mindfulness practices, or to contemplate their purpose in life and how to achieve it.

How effective is spirituality as a therapeutic remedy?

​​Research suggests spirituality is generally beneficial for individuals. It is correlated with better health habits, such as less substance use, and an improved capacity to cope with stress and other mental health challenges. Increased spirituality can lead individuals to become more empathic and less materialistic, as well.