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Dr. Megan Barone
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030
If you're looking for a warm, dedicated therapist to guide you through life challenges, I am here to help. I work with adults struggling with relationship issues, anxiety, body image, OCD, panic, social anxiety, PTSD, low self esteem, coping skills, life transitions, family conflict, depression, and grief.
If you're looking for a warm, dedicated therapist to guide you through life challenges, I am here to help. I work with adults struggling with relationship issues, anxiety, body image, OCD, panic, social anxiety, PTSD, low self esteem, coping skills, life transitions, family conflict, depression, and grief.
(703) 215-1233 View (703) 215-1233
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Tyrone White
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW, CGP
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22031  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Together we can improve your health, well-being, and help you overcome obstacles that may be getting in the way of life. My approach typically targets how you can be more open, aware, and actively engaged in your life. It is informed by a commitment to healing justice and fostering diversity and inclusion in all spaces. To accomplish this, I use several frameworks that bolster your intrinsic strengths, aid you in shaking free of unhelpful stories, deepen your sense of self-awareness, and allow you to heal collectively with natural supports. I also integrate the wisdom and the life experience that you bring.
Together we can improve your health, well-being, and help you overcome obstacles that may be getting in the way of life. My approach typically targets how you can be more open, aware, and actively engaged in your life. It is informed by a commitment to healing justice and fostering diversity and inclusion in all spaces. To accomplish this, I use several frameworks that bolster your intrinsic strengths, aid you in shaking free of unhelpful stories, deepen your sense of self-awareness, and allow you to heal collectively with natural supports. I also integrate the wisdom and the life experience that you bring.
(202) 991-3700 View (202) 991-3700
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Larkin Hill
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030  (Online Only)
Dr. Hill has experience in providing therapy to individuals, couples, and families with Child-Relationship issues; ADHD; oppositional; depression; anxiety and divorce; Individuals and couples alike, dealing with but not limited to career changes, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and post traumatic stress disorders. Dr. Hill is willing to integrate biblical faith-based questions and perspectives into the counseling setting if requested by the client.
Dr. Hill has experience in providing therapy to individuals, couples, and families with Child-Relationship issues; ADHD; oppositional; depression; anxiety and divorce; Individuals and couples alike, dealing with but not limited to career changes, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and post traumatic stress disorders. Dr. Hill is willing to integrate biblical faith-based questions and perspectives into the counseling setting if requested by the client.
(540) 518-0302 View (540) 518-0302
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Linda Nicholson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LSATP, ACS
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 20151  (Online Only)
My training in the art and science of counseling has allowed me to provide treatment for clients with a diverse range of behavioral and mental health concerns. I have worked in a variety of treatment settings using different modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-Based DBT and Play Therapy. I also specialize in the treatment of ADHD and PTSD. I have years of experience in the treatment of substance abuse and addictive behaviors. I provide ASAM (American Society for Addiction Medicine) - approved substance abuse assessments to determine severity and level of care needs for alcohol & substance abuse issues.
My training in the art and science of counseling has allowed me to provide treatment for clients with a diverse range of behavioral and mental health concerns. I have worked in a variety of treatment settings using different modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-Based DBT and Play Therapy. I also specialize in the treatment of ADHD and PTSD. I have years of experience in the treatment of substance abuse and addictive behaviors. I provide ASAM (American Society for Addiction Medicine) - approved substance abuse assessments to determine severity and level of care needs for alcohol & substance abuse issues.
(571) 464-8869 View (571) 464-8869
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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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Leslie Healy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22031  (Online Only)
Are you struggling with sadness, hopelessness, excessive worries, low motivation? Are you worried about not being able to find a light at the end of the tunnel? Is your past preventing you from living in the present and focusing on the future? There is hope for you and together we can embark on the path of healing. I am a bilingual (Spanish & English) Licensed professional counselor.
Are you struggling with sadness, hopelessness, excessive worries, low motivation? Are you worried about not being able to find a light at the end of the tunnel? Is your past preventing you from living in the present and focusing on the future? There is hope for you and together we can embark on the path of healing. I am a bilingual (Spanish & English) Licensed professional counselor.
(571) 556-8599 View (571) 556-8599
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Ashley Burgess
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030  (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Ashley! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Virginia with over 12 years of experience in the mental health field providing a variety of services including crisis intervention, mental health skill building, group therapy, individual therapy, and case management. I've worked in both inpatient and outpatient behavioral health settings including community service boards, non-profits, residential group homes, residential crisis stabilization units, and hospital acute psychiatric units.
Hi, I'm Ashley! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Virginia with over 12 years of experience in the mental health field providing a variety of services including crisis intervention, mental health skill building, group therapy, individual therapy, and case management. I've worked in both inpatient and outpatient behavioral health settings including community service boards, non-profits, residential group homes, residential crisis stabilization units, and hospital acute psychiatric units.
(804) 709-3863 View (804) 709-3863
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Peter Whang
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22032
In my private practice, I offer individual, couple, and group therapy.
In my private practice, I offer individual, couple, and group therapy.
(571) 620-6437 View (571) 620-6437
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Meg Tucker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who believes everyone deserves access to quality mental health support. I strive to provide a judgment-free therapeutic environment where clients feel safe, empowered, and heard. I ground my work in open communication, humility, and a sense of humor. I take an integrative and client-centered approach in my practice. This means I combine ideas and techniques from different therapeutic modalities to best meet my client's needs.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who believes everyone deserves access to quality mental health support. I strive to provide a judgment-free therapeutic environment where clients feel safe, empowered, and heard. I ground my work in open communication, humility, and a sense of humor. I take an integrative and client-centered approach in my practice. This means I combine ideas and techniques from different therapeutic modalities to best meet my client's needs.
(571) 371-0207 View (571) 371-0207
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Luisa Vargas
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030
Not accepting new clients
As an art therapist, I believe in the healing process that comes from art-making. I first meet with my client(s) to determine their goals for working together. Then, I engage my client(s) in the creative process. As an Art Therapy, I provide support, encouragement, and a safe space for the creative process to take place. After the artmaking, I encourage my clients to share their experiences and artwork, while I guide them in the process of self-discovery. I have experience working with acculturation, trauma (PTSD), behavioral issues, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), anxiety disorder, stress, and depression.
As an art therapist, I believe in the healing process that comes from art-making. I first meet with my client(s) to determine their goals for working together. Then, I engage my client(s) in the creative process. As an Art Therapy, I provide support, encouragement, and a safe space for the creative process to take place. After the artmaking, I encourage my clients to share their experiences and artwork, while I guide them in the process of self-discovery. I have experience working with acculturation, trauma (PTSD), behavioral issues, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), anxiety disorder, stress, and depression.
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Jerrod Koon
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22033
We are a group practice and have a diverse team of clinicians who are accepting new clients. It takes time and energy to improve the quality of your life & relationships, become the type of person you want to be, and change how you think and feel about yourself. It is possible to create opportunities for happiness and fulfillment in your life. You don't have to do it alone. I have extensive experience working with people who struggle with fears and phobias, worry, social anxiety, depression, people who chronically doubt themself, struggle making themself a priority, and have challenges with setting healthy boundaries.
We are a group practice and have a diverse team of clinicians who are accepting new clients. It takes time and energy to improve the quality of your life & relationships, become the type of person you want to be, and change how you think and feel about yourself. It is possible to create opportunities for happiness and fulfillment in your life. You don't have to do it alone. I have extensive experience working with people who struggle with fears and phobias, worry, social anxiety, depression, people who chronically doubt themself, struggle making themself a priority, and have challenges with setting healthy boundaries.
(540) 208-2280 View (540) 208-2280
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Jazmin Ramos
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030  (Online Only)
Throughout her counseling experience, Jazmin has worked with clients from various cultural backgrounds and ethnicities in both psychiatric and outpatient settings. Her experiences with clients have included: trauma, sexual abuse history, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, and relationship issues. She is also fluent in Spanish, and welcomes Spanish speaking clientele.
Throughout her counseling experience, Jazmin has worked with clients from various cultural backgrounds and ethnicities in both psychiatric and outpatient settings. Her experiences with clients have included: trauma, sexual abuse history, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, and relationship issues. She is also fluent in Spanish, and welcomes Spanish speaking clientele.
(571) 350-0904 View (571) 350-0904
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Kaitlyn Coots
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030  (Online Only)
I specialize in treating trauma by helping clients understand how a traumatic event or experience can make you feel stuck or trapped in the trauma cycle. Breaking the cycle of trauma is a balanced blend of managing your daily trauma symptoms through coping skills, but also discovering the deeper meaning behind where you are stuck. I also treat the co-occurring disorders that can accompany traumatic experiences such as anxiety, depression, and addiction.
I specialize in treating trauma by helping clients understand how a traumatic event or experience can make you feel stuck or trapped in the trauma cycle. Breaking the cycle of trauma is a balanced blend of managing your daily trauma symptoms through coping skills, but also discovering the deeper meaning behind where you are stuck. I also treat the co-occurring disorders that can accompany traumatic experiences such as anxiety, depression, and addiction.
(571) 517-1226 View (571) 517-1226
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Chanda V Haynes
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ACS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22031  (Online Only)
Our trauma can leave us with feelings of shame, resentment, and guilt. When we don't take the time for our own recovery and healing, we can find ourselves becoming stressed and overwhelmed. We become unrecognizable to ourselves and disconnected from our own needs. Our physical health is impacted. We experience spiraling thoughts and an inability to relax. Our anger and sadness are easily triggered. We sabotage our important relationships. We lack trust and fear intimacy. We find ourselves feeling undeserving of the goodness life has to offer.
Our trauma can leave us with feelings of shame, resentment, and guilt. When we don't take the time for our own recovery and healing, we can find ourselves becoming stressed and overwhelmed. We become unrecognizable to ourselves and disconnected from our own needs. Our physical health is impacted. We experience spiraling thoughts and an inability to relax. Our anger and sadness are easily triggered. We sabotage our important relationships. We lack trust and fear intimacy. We find ourselves feeling undeserving of the goodness life has to offer.
(888) 583-2483 View (888) 583-2483
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Aurora Counseling and Wellness LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030
EMAIL is the fastest way to connect. I am an LPC with years of experience working with a diverse population of children, adolescents and adults in various settings: community counseling centers, therapeutic day schools, partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs, university clinic, and private practice settings. I received my Bachelor’s in Psychology from Indiana University and my Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The George Washington University.
EMAIL is the fastest way to connect. I am an LPC with years of experience working with a diverse population of children, adolescents and adults in various settings: community counseling centers, therapeutic day schools, partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs, university clinic, and private practice settings. I received my Bachelor’s in Psychology from Indiana University and my Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The George Washington University.
(703) 783-3651 View (703) 783-3651
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Chantel Bishop
Supervisee in Clinical Social Work, MSW
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030  (Online Only)
Dear reader, whether you are initiating services with me, or continuing your mental health journey, know that you are still taking steps in the right direction to cater to your mental health needs! As a therapist I develop a relaxed and judgment-free environment to build a healthy and supportive therapeutic relationship with you. I use cultural sensitivity, ethics, & evidence-based practices to address Depressive Disorders, Self-injurious Behavior, Anxiety/Bipolar Disorders, Anger/Stress Management, Grief, PTSD, Substance Abuse, and some Trauma. I am experienced in working with families, children 5-17, couples, and elderly clients.
Dear reader, whether you are initiating services with me, or continuing your mental health journey, know that you are still taking steps in the right direction to cater to your mental health needs! As a therapist I develop a relaxed and judgment-free environment to build a healthy and supportive therapeutic relationship with you. I use cultural sensitivity, ethics, & evidence-based practices to address Depressive Disorders, Self-injurious Behavior, Anxiety/Bipolar Disorders, Anger/Stress Management, Grief, PTSD, Substance Abuse, and some Trauma. I am experienced in working with families, children 5-17, couples, and elderly clients.
(571) 475-9169 View (571) 475-9169
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Toni Morato
Resident in Counseling, LPC-R, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22033
We all struggle, but not everyone has a judgment-free, safe space to be vulnerable; a place to explore and process private thoughts and feelings. Are you going through life with mental heath and emotional troubles, do you suffer silently and alone because you don’t have support or you're too ashamed to “bother” anyone? Are you having problems adjusting to life changes, suffering from anxiety and/ or depression, have unresolved trauma, have relationship issues, or simply have a desire for growth & change? Let me work with you, it's okay to ask for the help. I will hold a safe space for you.
We all struggle, but not everyone has a judgment-free, safe space to be vulnerable; a place to explore and process private thoughts and feelings. Are you going through life with mental heath and emotional troubles, do you suffer silently and alone because you don’t have support or you're too ashamed to “bother” anyone? Are you having problems adjusting to life changes, suffering from anxiety and/ or depression, have unresolved trauma, have relationship issues, or simply have a desire for growth & change? Let me work with you, it's okay to ask for the help. I will hold a safe space for you.
(540) 453-7149 View (540) 453-7149
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Caitie Posey
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030  (Online Only)
Hi there! My name is Caitie, and I'm a supervisee in social work in the state of Virginia. I received my Masters in Social Work from George Mason University and am dedicated to helping people overcome their struggles and live fulfilling lives. My approach is centered around creating a safe and supportive environment where you feel heard, seen, and validated. I am here to guide you on your journey towards healing and growth. Let's work together to uncover your strengths and achieve your goals. Outside of work, I enjoy reading, visiting museums, and spending time with friends and family.
Hi there! My name is Caitie, and I'm a supervisee in social work in the state of Virginia. I received my Masters in Social Work from George Mason University and am dedicated to helping people overcome their struggles and live fulfilling lives. My approach is centered around creating a safe and supportive environment where you feel heard, seen, and validated. I am here to guide you on your journey towards healing and growth. Let's work together to uncover your strengths and achieve your goals. Outside of work, I enjoy reading, visiting museums, and spending time with friends and family.
(571) 253-7640 View (571) 253-7640
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Kati Hutchinson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fairfax, VA 22030
I have over ten years of experience working with older adolescents and adults of diverse cultural backgrounds and intersecting identities. I strive to create a welcoming, supportive, and safe environment that fosters a relationship where you feel accepted, empowered, and able to express and gently explore vulnerable and painful feelings and thoughts. I am empathetic and not afraid to get down in the pit with you to explore the darkness and honor how the pain in your life illuminates what is most important to you.
I have over ten years of experience working with older adolescents and adults of diverse cultural backgrounds and intersecting identities. I strive to create a welcoming, supportive, and safe environment that fosters a relationship where you feel accepted, empowered, and able to express and gently explore vulnerable and painful feelings and thoughts. I am empathetic and not afraid to get down in the pit with you to explore the darkness and honor how the pain in your life illuminates what is most important to you.
(703) 783-2217 View (703) 783-2217
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Delos Wellness Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, QMHCM
Verified Verified
Fairfax, VA 22030
Waitlist for new clients
Often asking for help is one of the hardest parts on the road to self-fulfillment. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with more than 5 years of experience working with individuals, families and couples. Through listening, validation and learning your unique needs, I will create a plan specifically catered to you to assist in improving functioning across areas and life satisfaction. My approach is to explore and understand thoughts and behaviors that impact current functioning, as well as how past experiences can shape and impact the present moment.
Often asking for help is one of the hardest parts on the road to self-fulfillment. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with more than 5 years of experience working with individuals, families and couples. Through listening, validation and learning your unique needs, I will create a plan specifically catered to you to assist in improving functioning across areas and life satisfaction. My approach is to explore and understand thoughts and behaviors that impact current functioning, as well as how past experiences can shape and impact the present moment.
(571) 998-1757 View (571) 998-1757
Motivational Interviewing Therapists

How does motivational interviewing work?

Motivational interviewing aims to uncover a person’s internal motivation to change their life. Toward this end, the therapist listens, empathizes, and collaborates with the client based on their perspective; the therapist doesn’t adhere to a predetermined plan for change or impose their viewpoint on the client. Discovering an individual’s most important reasons for change, and guiding them to achieve those changes, can empower people to shift from ambivalence to action.

Is motivational interviewing evidence-based?

Yes, research shows that motivational interviewing can help treat alcohol and substance use — and in different ways such as reducing drinking, reducing resistance, and increasing the likelihood of staying in treatment. Motivational interviewing has also been shown to help people lose weight, adhere to medication regimens, improve diet for those with Type II diabetes, and improve healthy behaviors in children.

How long does motivational interviewing last?

Motivational interviewing is a short-term therapy that can last just one or two sessions. In some cases, motivational interviewing may be used in conjunction with longer-term therapies, but for most people, motivational interviewing is a brief intervention that aims to help patients understand their personal, specific, and internal reasons for changing their life.

What differentiates motivational interviewing from person-centered therapy?

In person-centered therapy, the individual is in the driver’s seat of the treatment process, creating space for them to trust their instincts and arrive at their own solutions. The two approaches are similar because motivational interviewing is also client-centered; however, person-centered therapy is more open-ended while motivational interviewing is somewhat more structured; the goal is to change, and the therapist helps the client specifically discover their internal motivations to modify their behavior.