Marriage Counseling Therapists in 22182

Do you feel alone and misunderstood in your relationship? Are you wanting to get past the same predictable argument? Or maybe you'd like to make some improvements in your relationship or get back to a place where you had a better connection? Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT) has been shown in studies to help the majority of distressed couples recover. I am certified in EFT and can help you and your partner create a more consistent connection.

If you are facing a crisis or difficult time, are tired of being in pain, not find what you want or need, don't know what to do with your partner, child, boss...situation, or simply want to improve your life, contact me. I will help you change your life! I work with depression & anxiety, trauma, relationships therapy (dating, marriage & couples counseling, intimacy problems), eating disorders & body image and healthy eating, maternity and postpartum, parenting and attachment, and grief due to break-ups, perinatal loss, and divorce. I am also devoted to the field of positive psychology and support people during common life transitions.

I am Jan Iris Smith, LCSW, BCD, a licensed and Board Certified Diplomate in clinical social work.I work with individuals, couples, families. I have certifications in Marital/Family Therapy, Psychodrama and group psychotherapy and in mind/body connection and spiritual/energy healing . I look for strengths clients bring to the therapy that can be enhanced, and ways to remove blockages so people can live a richer more meaningful life.Therapy is an ongoing process of healing from the mental/emotional/physical trauma that sometimes occurs in life. I work from an eclectic viewpoint and use what makes sense for the client I am treating.

I work in a cognitive behavioral conceptual framework and use a range of skills and tools to help people feel better, improve functioning, and better cope with life's difficulties. These difficulties may involve stress, anxiety, depression, insomnia, bipolar disorder, OCD, anger, coping with cancer or other chronic illnesses, marital distress, interpersonal problems, or trauma/PTSD. In the process of our interactive work together, we will clarify what processes are disruptive and help you learn ways to better adjust, cope, and deal with those difficulties. In this way, stress is reduced and life satisfaction is enhanced.

We have current openings for family, couple, and individual (adult and child) therapy and for EMDR intensives. We are a collaborative practice of Licensed and Resident Marriage and Family Therapists. We come from a warm, direct approach aimed at helping our clients feel comfortable and safe while actively working to meet their goals. Our therapists work from a systemic, strength based approach to treat a variety of issues including mood struggles, relationship and conflict issues, anger management, behavioral issues, trauma, and parenting and family issues. We are licensed to treat clients in VA, DC, MD, NC, and NH.

Marriage is hard work no matter who you marry! And having a satisfying relationship takes effort. Sometimes it's not enough to navigate it on your own. I specialize in helping couples work through marital dissatisfaction, communication issues, infidelity, and addictions. I also enjoy working with pre-marital couples. I am a trained Prepare/Enrich facilitator.

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.

Studies show failure to appreciate even small accomplishments can contribute to emotional distress. Asking for help is generally smart, brave, and healthy. I treat teenagers ages 16-19, singles, and couples. Parent counseling is available to Moms and Dads with parenting and step-parenting questions. Sensorimotor Therapy and EMDR are also offered when called for. My office provides a confidential, safe, and nonjudgmental environment for learning and growth. My BA is from New York University and my MA is from Catholic University. I have extensive post-graduate training from the Washington School of Psychiatry, The SensoriMotor Psychotherapy Institute, and from EMDR of Greater Washington.

My clients benefit from a receptive nonjudgmental listener who provides short term ways to address problems as well as longer term solutions. I provide guidance, encouragement, and support and welcome my clients into a setting where they can safely share their current circumstances and the problems they are confronting. Together we explore how to improve the quality of life. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques, specifically tailored to individual needs to promote successful outcomes.

You are the key to changing your life. I prioritize building warm, secure relationships rooted in my clients’ unique strengths. Together, we will use proven therapeutic strategies, empathy, insight, and humor to help you gain clarity, build resilience, and equip you with the skills you need to live a fulfilling, purposeful life. I work with my clients to reimagine their relationship with themselves and others. My curious, compassionate, advocating approach will help you explore the stories, desires, and possibilities within yourself.

I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, and trauma-related disorders including PTSD. Additionally, I provide treatment for emotion dysregulation more generally. Trained at Duke University Medical Center and Emory University School of Medicine with advanced experience in treating trauma and anxiety, I am well experienced in working with individuals with complex presentations or difficulties. My practice utilizes cutting edge evidence-based treatments including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Specifically for PTSD, I also employ Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE).

I am optimistic in my therapeutic approach helping ladies with reproductive mental health, and couples, families, and individuals (adolescents/adults) who struggle with issues that affect their daily functioning. My goal is to empower clients to understand themselves, to highlight strengths, positive traits, coping skills, and encourage the potential that emerges during the therapeutic process. Life today is stressful under good circumstances but when life throws us off balance we need a safe place to process our thoughts and feelings to regain wellness in our life.

All people go through difficult adjustments at some point in their life. Mental health symptoms layer up and become more difficult to navigate; spouses or family become increasingly more challenging; or you have lost course from what you want for yourself. Whether you are trying to start new habits, learn healthier coping skills or attempting to stop addictive behaviors on your own, I am objective and I am direct. We will explore what caused you to get off track and how we can get you feeling grounded and focused once again.

Becoming a therapist came naturally to me.....from my parents. My Father imparted a genuine interest in people along with an engaging wit, and my Mother graced me with her patience, profound kindness and empathy for all living things. The balance of my preparation required planning: acquiring extensive professional experience and excellent clinical training that shaped me into the therapist that I currently am. It's my belief that the process of psychotherapy, done well, can be uplifting through many of the challenges, ordinary and extraordinary, that living can present.

Deciding to seek treatment is a courageous decision. Life is full of challenges, some we expect, and others that may catch us off guard. You may find it helpful to have support and guidance as you work on facing and addressing these challenges. With over a decade of experience, I provide individual and couples counseling that is tailored to meet your specific goals and help you improve the overall quality of your life and relationships.

My work spans the spectrum of research, therapy, and community services. I have supported teens and adults navigate chronic illness, depression, life transitions and anxiety. I am deeply passionate about peri/postnatal mental health equity and working with those navigating the complexities of pregnancy/ postpartum. I have a passion for making a positive impact on the lives of individuals and couples. As such, I strive to create an understanding and welcoming space to individuals from diverse backgrounds, including BIPOC and LGTBQIA+, in order to explore the experience of minority stress and trauma.

I am a practicing clinical psychologist for over 40 years. My major focus is to help clients solve their " problems in living." My approach is developmental and research based. We pass through many transitions over the course of our lives that may present emotional and behavioral challenges at each stage of life. My treatment approach is eclectic i.e a tapestry of psychoanalytic, humanistic, behavioral and existential. Successful treatment outcomes often depend on a combination of approaches to resolve problems. Above all, I try to ensure that all therapy occurs in a positive, safe, supportive and confidential environment.

Whether your family life feels chaotic, you have past trauma, or a recent loss, counseling is a big next step in moving forward. It takes a bit of energy, but many of us have put a lot of energy toward fixing our lives already and found that it's much easier to do with the help of others. Counselors don't have all the answers, but we can often help you identify patterns of behavior, unhelpful thoughts, or even help you more clearly understand what is going on. Sometimes we need practical advice or information and other times we just need a listening ear to help us process.

The word trauma means “wound” and so many of life's experiences can leave us feeling hurt, isolated, and confused. Everyone needs help from time to time, to heal from past experiences, navigate important life decisions, and learn how to cope with whatever circumstances they are dealt. I believe in a collaborative and creative therapeutic process that utilizes a variety of modalities to suit the needs of my clients. I also use expressive arts techniques to harness the healing power of creativity and self-expression.