Therapists in Alexandria, VA
Laken Lackie
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22314
If life has presented some challenges lately and figuring out where to begin feels like a really big step - don't worry, you don’t have to do this alone. I believe that we all have the capability to overcome life’s challenges and that you are the expert on your own story. From this, I help clients see their inherent strengths, accompany them on their healing journey, and empower them with the tools they need to be successful. Through a holistic, multicultural lens, I help clients find fulfillment within themselves and the communities they identify with.
If life has presented some challenges lately and figuring out where to begin feels like a really big step - don't worry, you don’t have to do this alone. I believe that we all have the capability to overcome life’s challenges and that you are the expert on your own story. From this, I help clients see their inherent strengths, accompany them on their healing journey, and empower them with the tools they need to be successful. Through a holistic, multicultural lens, I help clients find fulfillment within themselves and the communities they identify with.
Feeling like you’re stuck in a loop of “Why is my life such a mess?” and don’t know where to turn? Taking the leap to ask for help is difficult, but trust me, it’s worth it. As someone who’s navigated my own share of life’s messiness, I totally get it. The good news? You don’t have to tackle this alone—I’m here to help you figure it out!
Feeling like you’re stuck in a loop of “Why is my life such a mess?” and don’t know where to turn? Taking the leap to ask for help is difficult, but trust me, it’s worth it. As someone who’s navigated my own share of life’s messiness, I totally get it. The good news? You don’t have to tackle this alone—I’m here to help you figure it out!
Psych Ed Connections of Northern Virginia
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22314
Looking for a proactive, goal-driven approach to therapy for ADHD, depression or anxiety? We are about action and getting things done. We use a pragmatic, behavioral, results-oriented approach. By focusing on strategies and tools to use in your daily life to improve behavior, we can connect your actions, thoughts, and emotions in new ways. Our program is a nationally recognized intervention and the topic of PEC owner, Dr. Abigail Levrini's second book, "ADHD Coaching: A Guide for Mental Health Professionals" (APA, 2015). We specialize in ADHD and Executive Function Disorders and related issues like depression and anxiety.
Looking for a proactive, goal-driven approach to therapy for ADHD, depression or anxiety? We are about action and getting things done. We use a pragmatic, behavioral, results-oriented approach. By focusing on strategies and tools to use in your daily life to improve behavior, we can connect your actions, thoughts, and emotions in new ways. Our program is a nationally recognized intervention and the topic of PEC owner, Dr. Abigail Levrini's second book, "ADHD Coaching: A Guide for Mental Health Professionals" (APA, 2015). We specialize in ADHD and Executive Function Disorders and related issues like depression and anxiety.
I am Katie, a dedicated therapist who believes in the power of building trust and meaningful connections with my clients. My approach revolves around recognizing and nurturing the strengths of individuals, fostering collaboration, and practicing inclusion-based therapy to create a safe and supportive environment for all. In my practice, I prioritize establishing trust with my clients by creating a space where they feel heard, respected, and valued. By focusing on strengths and empowering individuals to recognize their capabilities, I aim to guide them towards personal growth and resilience.
I am Katie, a dedicated therapist who believes in the power of building trust and meaningful connections with my clients. My approach revolves around recognizing and nurturing the strengths of individuals, fostering collaboration, and practicing inclusion-based therapy to create a safe and supportive environment for all. In my practice, I prioritize establishing trust with my clients by creating a space where they feel heard, respected, and valued. By focusing on strengths and empowering individuals to recognize their capabilities, I aim to guide them towards personal growth and resilience.
Ruth Ruskin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22314
Not accepting new clients
Over 30 years of experience in private practice has taught me that no therapeutic intervention works unless it is built on a strong therapeutic bond - one that is based on the therapist listening, empathically, and without judgment, to each client's story: his/her woes, worries, desires and needs. Only when the client feels heard and understood can real therapeutic work begin: change-work is the result of a partnership. My ideal client could be a couple or an individual. It could be anyone, in fact, who, feels unhappy with some aspect of his or her life and/or suffers from anxiety, stress or depression. My ideal client wants to change, but doesn't know how. That's where my expertise comes in. For many, many years I have helped adults and adolescents resolve the marital, family and work problems which produce or maintain their high levels of stress and move beyond the obstacles that have stopped them from reaching their goals. Each person has a unique story and presents a challenge to me, which I still relish after all these years--to find the approach that will work best to get the person "unstuck."
Over 30 years of experience in private practice has taught me that no therapeutic intervention works unless it is built on a strong therapeutic bond - one that is based on the therapist listening, empathically, and without judgment, to each client's story: his/her woes, worries, desires and needs. Only when the client feels heard and understood can real therapeutic work begin: change-work is the result of a partnership. My ideal client could be a couple or an individual. It could be anyone, in fact, who, feels unhappy with some aspect of his or her life and/or suffers from anxiety, stress or depression. My ideal client wants to change, but doesn't know how. That's where my expertise comes in. For many, many years I have helped adults and adolescents resolve the marital, family and work problems which produce or maintain their high levels of stress and move beyond the obstacles that have stopped them from reaching their goals. Each person has a unique story and presents a challenge to me, which I still relish after all these years--to find the approach that will work best to get the person "unstuck."
Finding the right therapist can be just as complicated as what brings you to therapy. So many questions. Will I be judged? Will I feel understood? Will they be a good fit? Trust and building a healthy therapeutic relationship is an essential part of this journey. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, would like to explore relationship patterns, or develop coping skills to better address your problems, it begins with the decision to make you a priority. The heart of my work begins with creating a safe space that allows you to feel heard and understood, without judgment, while being transformed into a better version of yourself.
Finding the right therapist can be just as complicated as what brings you to therapy. So many questions. Will I be judged? Will I feel understood? Will they be a good fit? Trust and building a healthy therapeutic relationship is an essential part of this journey. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, would like to explore relationship patterns, or develop coping skills to better address your problems, it begins with the decision to make you a priority. The heart of my work begins with creating a safe space that allows you to feel heard and understood, without judgment, while being transformed into a better version of yourself.
Life can be tricky and confusing, and we're all doing the best we can to be okay. Our experiences can become so complicated that we have difficulty managing tough emotions. We can react to those situations in ways that are unhelpful. When that happens, it helps to have support with identifying the cause of your troubles, why the problems have lingered, and how to achieve a better outcome from those unwanted situations.
Life can be tricky and confusing, and we're all doing the best we can to be okay. Our experiences can become so complicated that we have difficulty managing tough emotions. We can react to those situations in ways that are unhelpful. When that happens, it helps to have support with identifying the cause of your troubles, why the problems have lingered, and how to achieve a better outcome from those unwanted situations.
Mary FitzGerald, MSW DC/Md/VA
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW
Verified Verified
Alexandria, VA 22314
Emotional stress and difficulties can get in the way of reaching one's personal and professional goals, at any age. As a licensed clinical social worker, I provide individual psychotherapy to adolescents and adults. I practice from a psychoanalytic perspective because my professional experience has shown me that this way of working can result in deep and meaningful change that is lasting. I also incorporate other treatment techniques from the perspectives of developmental, interpersonal, CBT and stress management, and parent support and consultation, as indicated.
Emotional stress and difficulties can get in the way of reaching one's personal and professional goals, at any age. As a licensed clinical social worker, I provide individual psychotherapy to adolescents and adults. I practice from a psychoanalytic perspective because my professional experience has shown me that this way of working can result in deep and meaningful change that is lasting. I also incorporate other treatment techniques from the perspectives of developmental, interpersonal, CBT and stress management, and parent support and consultation, as indicated.
Danielle Reynolds
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22307
Danielle Reynolds is a licensed clinical social worker dedicated to honoring the mind-body-spirit connection through an integrative approach that incorporates mindfulness, somatic experiencing, and cognitive neuroscience. With extensive training in Internal Family Systems (IFS), perinatal mental health, and clinical trauma therapy, Danielle offers a holistic framework for her clients, creating profound transformation and healing. She enjoys working with individuals facing anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), complex chronic health issues, chronic pain, and those seeking postpartum support.
Danielle Reynolds is a licensed clinical social worker dedicated to honoring the mind-body-spirit connection through an integrative approach that incorporates mindfulness, somatic experiencing, and cognitive neuroscience. With extensive training in Internal Family Systems (IFS), perinatal mental health, and clinical trauma therapy, Danielle offers a holistic framework for her clients, creating profound transformation and healing. She enjoys working with individuals facing anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), complex chronic health issues, chronic pain, and those seeking postpartum support.
Are you experiencing extreme unexplainable emotions after being triggered by everyday situations? Meanwhile, your inner critic is heckling you that “you’re not enough” or “you’re too much.” Next thing you know you just want to hide under a blanket and eat comforting snacks. You dream of a day when the past isn’t constantly tapping on your shoulder; when you’re in control of your emotions - instead of your emotions being in control of you; when your inner critic isn’t always shouting so loud. You’re longing to feel calm, confident, and compassionate towards yourself and others.
Are you experiencing extreme unexplainable emotions after being triggered by everyday situations? Meanwhile, your inner critic is heckling you that “you’re not enough” or “you’re too much.” Next thing you know you just want to hide under a blanket and eat comforting snacks. You dream of a day when the past isn’t constantly tapping on your shoulder; when you’re in control of your emotions - instead of your emotions being in control of you; when your inner critic isn’t always shouting so loud. You’re longing to feel calm, confident, and compassionate towards yourself and others.
I am Shavonne Gray, a licensed professional counselor who’s passionate about helping people thrive! In order to thrive, we have to heal. Healing yourself or your family is what I am here to help with! What are those patterns that keep you stuck in the same place, year after year? What are those limiting beliefs that keeps you stagnant? I love to help clients overcome mindsets that keep them from living satisfying and productive lives.
I am Shavonne Gray, a licensed professional counselor who’s passionate about helping people thrive! In order to thrive, we have to heal. Healing yourself or your family is what I am here to help with! What are those patterns that keep you stuck in the same place, year after year? What are those limiting beliefs that keeps you stagnant? I love to help clients overcome mindsets that keep them from living satisfying and productive lives.
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Kianta English
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22314
I consider myself a realist. That is one of the things I love about therapy. I love helping my clients accept a situation as it is and learn to deal with it accordingly. I strive to help my clients find a path of healing, enlightenment, & empowerment to love themselves beyond their current challenges, and to accept themselves as they are in their challenges.
I consider myself a realist. That is one of the things I love about therapy. I love helping my clients accept a situation as it is and learn to deal with it accordingly. I strive to help my clients find a path of healing, enlightenment, & empowerment to love themselves beyond their current challenges, and to accept themselves as they are in their challenges.
I offer clients a safe and non judgmental space to explore thoughts, emotions, and experiences. Sessions can be used to explore experiences in relationships, feelings of stress, desired changes, or symptoms associated with mental health. Clients who are interested in additional self-exploration can benefit from my talk-therapy approaches, as well as exploring emotions through the art making process. Art therapy is a creative option for clients who may feel stuck and can’t find the words to describe how they are feeling or for clients who desire visual and hands-on modes of processing.
I offer clients a safe and non judgmental space to explore thoughts, emotions, and experiences. Sessions can be used to explore experiences in relationships, feelings of stress, desired changes, or symptoms associated with mental health. Clients who are interested in additional self-exploration can benefit from my talk-therapy approaches, as well as exploring emotions through the art making process. Art therapy is a creative option for clients who may feel stuck and can’t find the words to describe how they are feeling or for clients who desire visual and hands-on modes of processing.
Hey there! I'm all about teaming up with you and your crew to make life a bit brighter and healthier. I believe having a solid support squad is key to making progress in counseling. With my background in community work and human services, I've picked up some handy tricks to help folks tackle all sorts of hurdles. Can't wait to dive in and help you smash your goals!
Hey there! I'm all about teaming up with you and your crew to make life a bit brighter and healthier. I believe having a solid support squad is key to making progress in counseling. With my background in community work and human services, I've picked up some handy tricks to help folks tackle all sorts of hurdles. Can't wait to dive in and help you smash your goals!
My ideal client navigates the multifaceted challenges of anxiety and stress, often originating from academic, personal, and professional spheres. Frequently entangled in a cycle of worry and negative self-talk, their ability to focus, make decisions, and fully savor life is obstructed. The core of their needs centers around crafting coping strategies, honing emotional regulation, and developing a toolkit to manage anxiety across various scenarios. Their objectives anchor in stabilizing mental tranquility, nurturing a positive self-image, and unlocking pathways to richly experience life’s abundances.
My ideal client navigates the multifaceted challenges of anxiety and stress, often originating from academic, personal, and professional spheres. Frequently entangled in a cycle of worry and negative self-talk, their ability to focus, make decisions, and fully savor life is obstructed. The core of their needs centers around crafting coping strategies, honing emotional regulation, and developing a toolkit to manage anxiety across various scenarios. Their objectives anchor in stabilizing mental tranquility, nurturing a positive self-image, and unlocking pathways to richly experience life’s abundances.
Please check out my website www.abbycobeypsyd.com for additional info and pictures. We all can have difficulty from time to time, dealing with relationships, work, general stress. You don't have to figure it out on your own. You come to therapy looking for something to change; Let's find out what those changes will be and empower you to make them!
Please check out my website www.abbycobeypsyd.com for additional info and pictures. We all can have difficulty from time to time, dealing with relationships, work, general stress. You don't have to figure it out on your own. You come to therapy looking for something to change; Let's find out what those changes will be and empower you to make them!
Are you tired of feeling trapped in a cycle of hurt and confusion? Do you struggle to trust others after experiencing abuse? You're not alone. Many people who have been in toxic relationships face similar challenges. It's time to break free from the pain and start healing. I understand the unique struggles you're facing. I’m trained to help you work through the emotional trauma, low self-esteem, and boundary issues that can result from the abuse. I'll help you develop healthy coping mechanisms and provide a safe, non-judgmental space to process your emotions. Don't let fear of vulnerability or confusion hold you back any longer.
Are you tired of feeling trapped in a cycle of hurt and confusion? Do you struggle to trust others after experiencing abuse? You're not alone. Many people who have been in toxic relationships face similar challenges. It's time to break free from the pain and start healing. I understand the unique struggles you're facing. I’m trained to help you work through the emotional trauma, low self-esteem, and boundary issues that can result from the abuse. I'll help you develop healthy coping mechanisms and provide a safe, non-judgmental space to process your emotions. Don't let fear of vulnerability or confusion hold you back any longer.
My ideal client is someone who is interested in learning about and applying Dialectical Behavioral Therapy skills to their life, setting goals, and working collaboratively toward them.
My ideal client is someone who is interested in learning about and applying Dialectical Behavioral Therapy skills to their life, setting goals, and working collaboratively toward them.
I operate out of a deep sense of respect for each client. The answer to a person's problems ultimately lies within that person and I am here to help clients explore deeply those thoughts and feelings that may be contributing to a less that fulfilling life.
I operate out of a deep sense of respect for each client. The answer to a person's problems ultimately lies within that person and I am here to help clients explore deeply those thoughts and feelings that may be contributing to a less that fulfilling life.
Gayle Alexander
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22314
My work concentrates on mood management, executive functioning management, eating disorders and body image, coping skills, communication skills, and emotional regulation. Through individual, group, or family therapy, clients learn to identify problems that interfere with achieving a well-balanced, healthy life. The journey of mental wellness is lifelong and often needs someone to listen and hold space for us! The process allows self exploration, growth, and learning effective strategies to manage difficult feelings.
My work concentrates on mood management, executive functioning management, eating disorders and body image, coping skills, communication skills, and emotional regulation. Through individual, group, or family therapy, clients learn to identify problems that interfere with achieving a well-balanced, healthy life. The journey of mental wellness is lifelong and often needs someone to listen and hold space for us! The process allows self exploration, growth, and learning effective strategies to manage difficult feelings.
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Number of Therapists in Alexandria, VA
1,000+
Average cost per session
$160
Therapists in Alexandria, VA who prioritize treating:
| 94% | Anxiety |
| 90% | Depression |
| 76% | Stress |
| 75% | Self Esteem |
| 72% | Relationship Issues |
| 70% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 70% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 73% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 72% | Cigna and Evernorth |
| 69% | Aetna |
How Therapists in Alexandria, VA see their clients
| 54% | In Person and Online | |
| 46% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 86% | Female | |
| 13% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |