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Elizabeth M. Nielsen
LPC Intern, MAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030
In life, we all experience times of change and uncertainty. It is common to question our decisions and feel lost as we search for our purpose. This can lead to feelings of stress, anxiety, grief, and loss. I am committed to helping military service members, Veterans, and their families through the transitions of life. Using a compassionate and evidence-based approach, I provide support to individuals aged six and up who are facing grief, loss, and other challenges.
In life, we all experience times of change and uncertainty. It is common to question our decisions and feel lost as we search for our purpose. This can lead to feelings of stress, anxiety, grief, and loss. I am committed to helping military service members, Veterans, and their families through the transitions of life. Using a compassionate and evidence-based approach, I provide support to individuals aged six and up who are facing grief, loss, and other challenges.
(571) 901-1917 View (571) 901-1917
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Denielle Rigoglioso
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC , CSAC , CAADC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030  (Online Only)
Do you experience inner critic invading your self worth or have fears that limit your full potential? Do you struggle with boundaries or people pleasing? Over time various experiences, relationships or situations can strip us of our confidence, create fears and unleash ones inner critic and impact self confidence. Therapy with me can rebuild confidence, value and self-worth and reclaim your life without sacrificing your own needs. My counseling style is welcoming, warm, interactive, relaxed and non-judgmental. I am my authentic self in therapy sessions and provide a safe space for you to come as your are as well.
Do you experience inner critic invading your self worth or have fears that limit your full potential? Do you struggle with boundaries or people pleasing? Over time various experiences, relationships or situations can strip us of our confidence, create fears and unleash ones inner critic and impact self confidence. Therapy with me can rebuild confidence, value and self-worth and reclaim your life without sacrificing your own needs. My counseling style is welcoming, warm, interactive, relaxed and non-judgmental. I am my authentic self in therapy sessions and provide a safe space for you to come as your are as well.
(757) 781-0547 View (757) 781-0547
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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
Linda Germaine Kovalesky-Mclaine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, EdD, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030
You made it home. Everybody is glad you're back but you're miserable - and guilty - because you'd rather be there than here. You have relationship, porn and alcohol problems and miss the structure that got you through every day. Most of all, you miss your friends. They're the only ones who really get it: Going into an insurgents house, you know there's a change in plan just by reading your Sergeant's eyes. Going into your house, your partner can talk for hours and you still don't know what they want! No wonder you watch the war channel all night.
You made it home. Everybody is glad you're back but you're miserable - and guilty - because you'd rather be there than here. You have relationship, porn and alcohol problems and miss the structure that got you through every day. Most of all, you miss your friends. They're the only ones who really get it: Going into an insurgents house, you know there's a change in plan just by reading your Sergeant's eyes. Going into your house, your partner can talk for hours and you still don't know what they want! No wonder you watch the war channel all night.
(703) 721-4139 x5 View (703) 721-4139 x5
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Dr. Jessica Peck
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Have you been feeling stressed out, anxious, or depressed lately? Have you had trouble with relationships? My experience includes working with individuals and families that suffer from substance abuse and codependency, trauma, depression, anxiety, relational issues, ADHD, and adjustment or transitional issues. I also have experience working in long term care settings for people dealing with chronic health issues and cognitive impairment.
Have you been feeling stressed out, anxious, or depressed lately? Have you had trouble with relationships? My experience includes working with individuals and families that suffer from substance abuse and codependency, trauma, depression, anxiety, relational issues, ADHD, and adjustment or transitional issues. I also have experience working in long term care settings for people dealing with chronic health issues and cognitive impairment.
(301) 281-6075 View (301) 281-6075
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Christopher S Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030
I believe that successful therapy is built upon a trusting therapeutic relationship. I work hard for our space to become whatever my clients need it to be in order to gain comfort on this journey. Our goals will always be to find solutions and reduce suffering we are confronted with. Through skills and techniques acquired academically, as well as my natural ability to meet clients where they are, we’ll work together towards mutually developed goals. I specialize in work with our community's kids, adolescents, adults, and parents.
I believe that successful therapy is built upon a trusting therapeutic relationship. I work hard for our space to become whatever my clients need it to be in order to gain comfort on this journey. Our goals will always be to find solutions and reduce suffering we are confronted with. Through skills and techniques acquired academically, as well as my natural ability to meet clients where they are, we’ll work together towards mutually developed goals. I specialize in work with our community's kids, adolescents, adults, and parents.
(571) 568-7154 View (571) 568-7154
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Dezireh Jamshidarsani
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030
Mental health and/or substance use challenges can be difficult journeys to navigate on your own. I'm glad you're here and I would love to work with you towards the positive changes you're hoping to see. Maybe you're having difficulties coping, struggling with life stressors, having a hard time setting or meeting goals, or simply in need of someone who can listen. I can help you on your journey by increasing resilience, enhancing personal growth, and fostering hope.
Mental health and/or substance use challenges can be difficult journeys to navigate on your own. I'm glad you're here and I would love to work with you towards the positive changes you're hoping to see. Maybe you're having difficulties coping, struggling with life stressors, having a hard time setting or meeting goals, or simply in need of someone who can listen. I can help you on your journey by increasing resilience, enhancing personal growth, and fostering hope.
(571) 556-9017 View (571) 556-9017
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Sylvia Hanna Jacoub
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030
When feelings of worry, irritability, sadness, anger or the curve balls life throws at you become overwhelming, they can begin to interfere with your ability to be fully present at home, work, or in your relationships. Sometimes these feelings may be related to current life stressors, or they may have deeper roots that make them feel harder to untangle. I can help you by providing a warm, safe, and non-judgmental environment to begin the process of self-exploration and healing .I am a licensed clinical psychologist with extensive experience working with adolescents and adults from diverse cultural backgrounds.
When feelings of worry, irritability, sadness, anger or the curve balls life throws at you become overwhelming, they can begin to interfere with your ability to be fully present at home, work, or in your relationships. Sometimes these feelings may be related to current life stressors, or they may have deeper roots that make them feel harder to untangle. I can help you by providing a warm, safe, and non-judgmental environment to begin the process of self-exploration and healing .I am a licensed clinical psychologist with extensive experience working with adolescents and adults from diverse cultural backgrounds.
(571) 339-5501 View (571) 339-5501
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Dr. Casey Davis
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030
Not accepting new clients
I currently provide individual and couples psychotherapy to address a wide range of emotional and behavioral concerns including anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, life transitions, coping skills, stress management, low self-esteem, and marital/relationship conflict.
I currently provide individual and couples psychotherapy to address a wide range of emotional and behavioral concerns including anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, life transitions, coping skills, stress management, low self-esteem, and marital/relationship conflict.
(540) 707-0764 View (540) 707-0764
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Susan A Etkind
Psychologist, PsyD, PhD
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030  (Online Only)
With adults, I work with presenting issues including anxiety, depression, grief, stress management, coping skill development and refinement, and adjustment difficulties (including to the pandemic).
I provide individual therapy to clientele affected by both short-term and longer-term difficulties. I enjoy working with children as well as with adults. With children, I work with presenting issues including anxiety, depression, anger management, behavioral challenges, stress management, coping skill development and refinement, and adjustment difficulties (including to the pandemic). I structure my sessions with youth and their families using a hybrid model, spending half of each session working with the parent(s) to refine a variety of parenting skills, and half of each session working directly with the child.
With adults, I work with presenting issues including anxiety, depression, grief, stress management, coping skill development and refinement, and adjustment difficulties (including to the pandemic).
I provide individual therapy to clientele affected by both short-term and longer-term difficulties. I enjoy working with children as well as with adults. With children, I work with presenting issues including anxiety, depression, anger management, behavioral challenges, stress management, coping skill development and refinement, and adjustment difficulties (including to the pandemic). I structure my sessions with youth and their families using a hybrid model, spending half of each session working with the parent(s) to refine a variety of parenting skills, and half of each session working directly with the child.
(571) 989-6928 View (571) 989-6928
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Mandy A Verastek
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22035  (Online Only)
Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, life satisfaction, unresolved traumas, relationship issues, or anything else- I'm here to help.
Do you ever feel like the world is moving too fast for you to keep up? Does stress, sadness, loneliness or feelings of inadequacy seem to be a constant presence in your life? Are you longing to be understood and valued? You're not alone. Many people feel this way. But it doesn't have to be that way. As your therapist, I'm here to offer you support and guidance. Think of me as a partner who will sit in the passenger seat, as you navigate your way forward. I want to offer you a safe judgement-free space to explore your emotions, feelings and behaviors.
Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, life satisfaction, unresolved traumas, relationship issues, or anything else- I'm here to help.
Do you ever feel like the world is moving too fast for you to keep up? Does stress, sadness, loneliness or feelings of inadequacy seem to be a constant presence in your life? Are you longing to be understood and valued? You're not alone. Many people feel this way. But it doesn't have to be that way. As your therapist, I'm here to offer you support and guidance. Think of me as a partner who will sit in the passenger seat, as you navigate your way forward. I want to offer you a safe judgement-free space to explore your emotions, feelings and behaviors.
(757) 347-5908 View (757) 347-5908
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The Women's Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030
For fifty years, The Women’s Center has provided mental health counseling, support, and education to the metropolitan area to help people live healthy, stable, and productive lives. Since The Women’s Center was founded in 1974, we have grown to include service to women, men, families, young adults, and children. We now serve over 5,000 people annually at our two locations in Virginia and Washington, DC, and in partner locations. Functioning as a teaching institution for mental health professionals, we provide one of the largest, most prestigious, and competitive training programs in the region.
For fifty years, The Women’s Center has provided mental health counseling, support, and education to the metropolitan area to help people live healthy, stable, and productive lives. Since The Women’s Center was founded in 1974, we have grown to include service to women, men, families, young adults, and children. We now serve over 5,000 people annually at our two locations in Virginia and Washington, DC, and in partner locations. Functioning as a teaching institution for mental health professionals, we provide one of the largest, most prestigious, and competitive training programs in the region.
(571) 520-8345 View (571) 520-8345
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Tammy Christman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, MA
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 20151  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Tammy is a client-centered and emotion-focused counseling professional welcoming older children, teens and adults with transition concerns, life changes, eating disorders, mood disorders, problems with self-esteem and other maladaptive coping skills. Through therapy, Tammy helps clients identify their strengths and empowers them to regulate negative thoughts and behaviors. Thoughts, feelings and behaviors are all intertwined, which is why she will work with you to understand their origination change your thinking. Managing thoughts, emotions and behaviors is the key to important positive change.
Tammy is a client-centered and emotion-focused counseling professional welcoming older children, teens and adults with transition concerns, life changes, eating disorders, mood disorders, problems with self-esteem and other maladaptive coping skills. Through therapy, Tammy helps clients identify their strengths and empowers them to regulate negative thoughts and behaviors. Thoughts, feelings and behaviors are all intertwined, which is why she will work with you to understand their origination change your thinking. Managing thoughts, emotions and behaviors is the key to important positive change.
(571) 200-4516 View (571) 200-4516
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Faith Bray
Resident in Counseling, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22034  (Online Only)
Specializing in anxiety, parenting and life stressors for individuals, families, and youth as well as pregnancy, postpartum and prenatal.
Facing challenges in managing life's stressors, difficulties in communication, or struggling to connect with loved ones? If you're seeking support to explore your self-worth, understand core beliefs, and foster personal growth, I specialize in guiding individuals, families, and youth through these challenges. Whether you're navigating the complexities of helping you cope with anxiety in our changing world, self esteem, pregnancy, postpartum, or parenting, my therapy provides a pathway to self-discovery, coping strategies, healing, and overall personal growth..
Specializing in anxiety, parenting and life stressors for individuals, families, and youth as well as pregnancy, postpartum and prenatal.
Facing challenges in managing life's stressors, difficulties in communication, or struggling to connect with loved ones? If you're seeking support to explore your self-worth, understand core beliefs, and foster personal growth, I specialize in guiding individuals, families, and youth through these challenges. Whether you're navigating the complexities of helping you cope with anxiety in our changing world, self esteem, pregnancy, postpartum, or parenting, my therapy provides a pathway to self-discovery, coping strategies, healing, and overall personal growth..
(757) 231-9380 View (757) 231-9380
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Silver Lake Psychology
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22031
Relationship and sexual concerns, couples therapy, anxiety, addiction, trauma, eating disorders, stress management, insomnia, women's issues, creativity, LGBTQ- welcome.
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others, and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability, and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience.
Relationship and sexual concerns, couples therapy, anxiety, addiction, trauma, eating disorders, stress management, insomnia, women's issues, creativity, LGBTQ- welcome.
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others, and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability, and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience.
(757) 801-3617 View (757) 801-3617
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Patricia Kim of PK Counseling, llc
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22031  (Online Only)
What on earth is going on these days? It's no wonder more people are seeking mental health support as we have collectively experienced multiple transitions, losses, and trauma over the years. Due to these large-scale changes we have experienced as a community, many of our individual struggles (whether current or past) are (re)surfacing and needing attention.
What on earth is going on these days? It's no wonder more people are seeking mental health support as we have collectively experienced multiple transitions, losses, and trauma over the years. Due to these large-scale changes we have experienced as a community, many of our individual struggles (whether current or past) are (re)surfacing and needing attention.
(571) 339-5522 View (571) 339-5522
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Whitney Campbell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 20151  (Online Only)
Whitney is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), with a focus on holistic psychotherapy. In therapy, she will work alongside you towards your goals and towards real solutions that can make your life better.
Whitney is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), with a focus on holistic psychotherapy. In therapy, she will work alongside you towards your goals and towards real solutions that can make your life better.
(571) 620-6313 View (571) 620-6313
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Dr. Carey Incledon
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030
I consider it a privilege to do the work I do—in fact, helping others heal, grow, and thrive every day brings great meaning to my life. I know from personal experience how life can sometimes feel unbearable. I also know from personal experience what it is like to work closely with a gifted psychologist to create a new perspective and a new life that are even better than before. I am passionate about providing the highest-quality mental health services to each of my clients and would love the opportunity to support you through this time.
I consider it a privilege to do the work I do—in fact, helping others heal, grow, and thrive every day brings great meaning to my life. I know from personal experience how life can sometimes feel unbearable. I also know from personal experience what it is like to work closely with a gifted psychologist to create a new perspective and a new life that are even better than before. I am passionate about providing the highest-quality mental health services to each of my clients and would love the opportunity to support you through this time.
(703) 546-9786 View (703) 546-9786
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Lois Asemnor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, MFT
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030  (Online Only)
I am dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges, assisting them in finding purpose by identifying negative systems and patterns in their lives, and collaboratively creating new, empowering ones. I believe in making the therapeutic journey engaging and enjoyable, providing a platform where individuals can explore, grow, and ultimately find healing.
I am dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges, assisting them in finding purpose by identifying negative systems and patterns in their lives, and collaboratively creating new, empowering ones. I believe in making the therapeutic journey engaging and enjoyable, providing a platform where individuals can explore, grow, and ultimately find healing.
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Dawn Weiss Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22032
You did it! One of the bravest launches you will ever make is the journey toward self-care, well-being, and healing. Well done. I’m so happy to see you. Here’s the deal…this isn’t easy and by now you have search fatigue and yet still aren’t sure. I’ll make this quick and simple. I will show up with you. Walk, validate and problem solve with you. I’ve got experience, strategies and interventions, but mostly what I have is empathy, ideas and space to unpack, work through and feel supported and heard. Your voice matters. You matter.
You did it! One of the bravest launches you will ever make is the journey toward self-care, well-being, and healing. Well done. I’m so happy to see you. Here’s the deal…this isn’t easy and by now you have search fatigue and yet still aren’t sure. I’ll make this quick and simple. I will show up with you. Walk, validate and problem solve with you. I’ve got experience, strategies and interventions, but mostly what I have is empathy, ideas and space to unpack, work through and feel supported and heard. Your voice matters. You matter.
(571) 458-1793 View (571) 458-1793
Anxiety Therapists

What are the most common treatments for anxiety?

Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.

How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?

The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.

When should I seek treatment for anxiety?

Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.

How effective is treatment for anxiety?

Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.