Teletherapy for Falls Church, VA
How the hell did I/we end up here? When are things going to finally shift for me/us? Life, relationships, job: Could be worse, but could be waaaay better. If any of these statements capture where you're at - welcome to therapy. Whether it's your first time looking for a therapist, or your second decade in treatment, with me, you can bring your whole self - with its questions, stuckness, fears, longings, uncertainties - and find ways to move through. Described as "warm" and "direct" by clients, my work is strongly grounded by anti-racism, critical multicultural theories, and affective neuroscience.
How the hell did I/we end up here? When are things going to finally shift for me/us? Life, relationships, job: Could be worse, but could be waaaay better. If any of these statements capture where you're at - welcome to therapy. Whether it's your first time looking for a therapist, or your second decade in treatment, with me, you can bring your whole self - with its questions, stuckness, fears, longings, uncertainties - and find ways to move through. Described as "warm" and "direct" by clients, my work is strongly grounded by anti-racism, critical multicultural theories, and affective neuroscience.
If you want help in overcoming depression, anxiety, and relationship problems, I have over 30 years of experience working with people like you. I have been trained in a practical, compassionate, brand of cognitive-behavioral therapy, and have learned to add techniques such as EMDR and Mindfulness to the basic approach I have used. I have special training in treating anxiety problems, mood disorders, sleep disturbances, chronic pain, medical illness, and helping people deal with grief and loss. I was named a "Top Therapist" by Washingtonian Magazine in 2009 for my work with OCD, Panic, Phobias, and Generalized Anxiety Disorders.
If you want help in overcoming depression, anxiety, and relationship problems, I have over 30 years of experience working with people like you. I have been trained in a practical, compassionate, brand of cognitive-behavioral therapy, and have learned to add techniques such as EMDR and Mindfulness to the basic approach I have used. I have special training in treating anxiety problems, mood disorders, sleep disturbances, chronic pain, medical illness, and helping people deal with grief and loss. I was named a "Top Therapist" by Washingtonian Magazine in 2009 for my work with OCD, Panic, Phobias, and Generalized Anxiety Disorders.
Jessica MacNair
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
17 Endorsed
Falls Church, VA 22046
As an LPC with 20+ yrs of experience, I feel honored to be able to work with many different clients during what is often a vulnerable time. I bring empathy and compassion to therapy sessions, which may focus on trauma, postpartum/perinatal mood disorders, eating disorders, infertility and addictions. I work with grief & loss, including pregnancy and child loss. I specialize in navigating relationship crises, infidelity and narcissistic abuse. I am an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist who is passionate about working with marginalized people. I am the founder of Falls Church Wellness Center (est. 2013) , a mental & physical health facility.
As an LPC with 20+ yrs of experience, I feel honored to be able to work with many different clients during what is often a vulnerable time. I bring empathy and compassion to therapy sessions, which may focus on trauma, postpartum/perinatal mood disorders, eating disorders, infertility and addictions. I work with grief & loss, including pregnancy and child loss. I specialize in navigating relationship crises, infidelity and narcissistic abuse. I am an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist who is passionate about working with marginalized people. I am the founder of Falls Church Wellness Center (est. 2013) , a mental & physical health facility.
David Burkholder
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Falls Church, VA 22046 (Online Only)
Life can be painful. Therapy doesn't have to be. Many people see therapy as one sided, with little opportunity for interaction or getting to experience each other as real people. I want to help you achieve the solutions and life changes you are looking for while enjoying the process as much as possible. Calling a therapist can be intimidating, but I hope you will take a moment (and maybe a deep breath) to call and see how I can help. Life is too short to surrender to bad relationships, hold grudges, let trauma control us, or be anxious all the time. I want you to be free of emotional pain and able to deal with life on your terms.
Life can be painful. Therapy doesn't have to be. Many people see therapy as one sided, with little opportunity for interaction or getting to experience each other as real people. I want to help you achieve the solutions and life changes you are looking for while enjoying the process as much as possible. Calling a therapist can be intimidating, but I hope you will take a moment (and maybe a deep breath) to call and see how I can help. Life is too short to surrender to bad relationships, hold grudges, let trauma control us, or be anxious all the time. I want you to be free of emotional pain and able to deal with life on your terms.
Lindsay Stejskal
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Falls Church, VA 22046 (Online Only)
Hi there! My name is Lindsay and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia, and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois. I am also a Certified Autism Specialist (IBCCES). I have a Master of Arts in Counseling with an emphasis in professional mental health counseling. I earned this degree through in-person studies. I would describe myself as nurturing, empathetic, and open-minded. I am also a proud wife and mom, which I believe enrich my role as a therapist. I have over 11 years of experience working in the field of mental health and over seven years working with individuals with autism.
Hi there! My name is Lindsay and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia, and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois. I am also a Certified Autism Specialist (IBCCES). I have a Master of Arts in Counseling with an emphasis in professional mental health counseling. I earned this degree through in-person studies. I would describe myself as nurturing, empathetic, and open-minded. I am also a proud wife and mom, which I believe enrich my role as a therapist. I have over 11 years of experience working in the field of mental health and over seven years working with individuals with autism.
Julia Ward
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Falls Church, VA 22046
Are you going through a significant life change or feeling anxious and stressed about your life? Do you have recent or past losses that you want to process? I work collaboratively with clients who are motivated, engaged in the counseling experience, and who want to explore themselves to find greater life satisfaction and happiness. I am a member of the American Counseling Association (ACA) and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Nationally Certified Counselor. I am also a Bringing Baby Home Gottman Educator and frequently work with clients who want to improve relationships after welcoming a baby.
Are you going through a significant life change or feeling anxious and stressed about your life? Do you have recent or past losses that you want to process? I work collaboratively with clients who are motivated, engaged in the counseling experience, and who want to explore themselves to find greater life satisfaction and happiness. I am a member of the American Counseling Association (ACA) and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Nationally Certified Counselor. I am also a Bringing Baby Home Gottman Educator and frequently work with clients who want to improve relationships after welcoming a baby.
Jacintha Carson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Falls Church, VA 22046 (Online Only)
Immediate daytime openings! Are you seeking to reduce anxiety and stress, or going through grief/loss? Are you a perfectionist or people pleaser feeling burnt out? I help clients ages 8-70 work through difficult life transitions such as going to college, job stress or career exploration/change, self-esteem and identity exploration, relationship issues and finding work/life/social balance. I use a strengths-based approach to improve clients’ thought processes, physical health, sleep hygiene and social connections. If you are wanting to lead a more fulfilled life where you feelempowered to reach your goals, I can help!
Immediate daytime openings! Are you seeking to reduce anxiety and stress, or going through grief/loss? Are you a perfectionist or people pleaser feeling burnt out? I help clients ages 8-70 work through difficult life transitions such as going to college, job stress or career exploration/change, self-esteem and identity exploration, relationship issues and finding work/life/social balance. I use a strengths-based approach to improve clients’ thought processes, physical health, sleep hygiene and social connections. If you are wanting to lead a more fulfilled life where you feelempowered to reach your goals, I can help!
David Tsveer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, BA
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Falls Church, VA 22046
Traumatic experiences can and will affect us in various ways. Loneliness, negativity, abandonment, rejection, and our reactions can severely impact our mental health. Ironically, it is often easier to push away people than deal with difficult feelings. Unfortunately, we choose this path by abusing substances, alcohol, and other types of addictions. When we run away from our feelings and challenges, we are not allowing ourselves to heal and recover. Essentially, we are hurting ourselves and others. Together we can work through these difficult experiences and navigate around the painful emotions to feel better and find joy again.
Traumatic experiences can and will affect us in various ways. Loneliness, negativity, abandonment, rejection, and our reactions can severely impact our mental health. Ironically, it is often easier to push away people than deal with difficult feelings. Unfortunately, we choose this path by abusing substances, alcohol, and other types of addictions. When we run away from our feelings and challenges, we are not allowing ourselves to heal and recover. Essentially, we are hurting ourselves and others. Together we can work through these difficult experiences and navigate around the painful emotions to feel better and find joy again.
Chereen Gamal
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, RYT500, ACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Falls Church, VA 22042 (Online Only)
Award winning transformation focused therapist Licensed in Virginia and D.C. Losing a loved one can be the most difficult time in your life. Emotions are often surprising in their strength or mildness. Grief often breaks a person completely from the inside out. Grieving is hard work, you can get worn out, and feel battered. It can take a lot longer to work through grief than most people realize. People around you may think it’s helpful for you to not talk or cry or focus on your loss but actually, this is just what people need to do. The goal is to not stay stuck, to move through it—and this is part of the process.
Award winning transformation focused therapist Licensed in Virginia and D.C. Losing a loved one can be the most difficult time in your life. Emotions are often surprising in their strength or mildness. Grief often breaks a person completely from the inside out. Grieving is hard work, you can get worn out, and feel battered. It can take a lot longer to work through grief than most people realize. People around you may think it’s helpful for you to not talk or cry or focus on your loss but actually, this is just what people need to do. The goal is to not stay stuck, to move through it—and this is part of the process.
Maya N Georgieva
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, LCPC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Falls Church, VA 22046
I remember being in high-school; the world seemed both exciting and overwhelming. What I love about working with teens the most is that I get to witness their impressive resilience, refreshing sense of humor, and inspiring idealism. Adolescence can be a turbulent time for young people and their families. High school students struggle with the effects of social media, body image, fatigue, friendship issues, academic pressures; they don't always know how to reach out for support. The most valuable thing that I can offer is my unconditional positive regard for my teen clients and their families.
I remember being in high-school; the world seemed both exciting and overwhelming. What I love about working with teens the most is that I get to witness their impressive resilience, refreshing sense of humor, and inspiring idealism. Adolescence can be a turbulent time for young people and their families. High school students struggle with the effects of social media, body image, fatigue, friendship issues, academic pressures; they don't always know how to reach out for support. The most valuable thing that I can offer is my unconditional positive regard for my teen clients and their families.
I am a compassionate and engaged therapist with a wide scope of clinical experience. I believe in helping clients to facilitate their own healing and growth, as well as to promote agency and empowerment in their lives.
I am a compassionate and engaged therapist with a wide scope of clinical experience. I believe in helping clients to facilitate their own healing and growth, as well as to promote agency and empowerment in their lives.
Phyllis Fortunato
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Falls Church, VA 22046
I am available for tele-therapy sessions at this time using a secure platform. As a Licensed Professional Counselor in Northern Virginia for 20 years, I attend to many areas of mental health including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, career problems, grief, trauma, and life phases that are challenging. I have a collaborative, pragmatic, respectful counseling style that promotes self reflection, understanding and tolerance.
I am available for tele-therapy sessions at this time using a secure platform. As a Licensed Professional Counselor in Northern Virginia for 20 years, I attend to many areas of mental health including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, career problems, grief, trauma, and life phases that are challenging. I have a collaborative, pragmatic, respectful counseling style that promotes self reflection, understanding and tolerance.
Olympia G Georgeson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, MFA, PLPC
Verified Verified
Falls Church, VA 22046 (Online Only)
I believe the path towards growth begins with a dream: the desire to reach your full potential. Maybe you must heal. Maybe you want to turn self-defeating beliefs into positive affirmations. Maybe you are stuck in the same relational patterns. Or maybe you want to undergo personality or character change. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story with me can make all the difference in your journey towards self-actualization. As a team, we will fine-tune your self-awareness and hone your insightfulness so that you are readily equipped to enhance yourself and ultimately your life. Self-awareness is the first step towards change.
I believe the path towards growth begins with a dream: the desire to reach your full potential. Maybe you must heal. Maybe you want to turn self-defeating beliefs into positive affirmations. Maybe you are stuck in the same relational patterns. Or maybe you want to undergo personality or character change. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story with me can make all the difference in your journey towards self-actualization. As a team, we will fine-tune your self-awareness and hone your insightfulness so that you are readily equipped to enhance yourself and ultimately your life. Self-awareness is the first step towards change.
Lindsay Carroll
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR, TFCBT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Falls Church, VA 22046
Constantly trying to keep up with life's demands and feeling fatigued. Worrying about how others perceive us, and always saying "yes" when we want to say "no". People pleasing. Avoiding conflict or hard conversations. Endless ruminations. Reactive and irritable with the people we love the most. Underlying our struggles are learned behaviors that we developed in response to situations we feel disempowered. In therapy, we will understand how your life story has shaped your current self, thoughts, and emotions. Using a person-centered and eclectic approach, aspire to help you regain your confidence and contentment in life.
Constantly trying to keep up with life's demands and feeling fatigued. Worrying about how others perceive us, and always saying "yes" when we want to say "no". People pleasing. Avoiding conflict or hard conversations. Endless ruminations. Reactive and irritable with the people we love the most. Underlying our struggles are learned behaviors that we developed in response to situations we feel disempowered. In therapy, we will understand how your life story has shaped your current self, thoughts, and emotions. Using a person-centered and eclectic approach, aspire to help you regain your confidence and contentment in life.
I currently provide individual psychotherapy to children (ages 5 and over), adolescents, and young adults. I use a holistic approach in working with individuals who may struggle with anxiety, depression, social skills, relationships, low self-esteem, emotional regulation, ADHD, executive functioning difficulties, life transitions, and related issues. I also specialize in administering psychological evaluations.
I currently provide individual psychotherapy to children (ages 5 and over), adolescents, and young adults. I use a holistic approach in working with individuals who may struggle with anxiety, depression, social skills, relationships, low self-esteem, emotional regulation, ADHD, executive functioning difficulties, life transitions, and related issues. I also specialize in administering psychological evaluations.
Aspen Starbird
Pre-Licensed Professional, CTP, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Falls Church, VA 22046 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with anxiety, trauma, PTSD, self-worth struggles, emotional dysregulation, or relational struggles? Do you end the day feeling like you're barely managing complicated emotions that you can't quite describe? I am a somatic therapist who has extensive experience working with individuals who find themselves "stuck" or have a history of trauma, and feel overwhelmed, anxious, and/or depressed. I also work with clients who are enduring life transition struggles, who feel stuck in the past, ADHD, relationship difficulties, and struggling to build a positive relationship with themselves.
Are you struggling with anxiety, trauma, PTSD, self-worth struggles, emotional dysregulation, or relational struggles? Do you end the day feeling like you're barely managing complicated emotions that you can't quite describe? I am a somatic therapist who has extensive experience working with individuals who find themselves "stuck" or have a history of trauma, and feel overwhelmed, anxious, and/or depressed. I also work with clients who are enduring life transition struggles, who feel stuck in the past, ADHD, relationship difficulties, and struggling to build a positive relationship with themselves.
You are valuable, and your experiences are unique, and with support, you can find your path forward. Experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, times of transition, grief, and guilt can be lonely and physically draining. Trusting someone to share your experience with can be scary. Sharing your feelings can be the start of healing, and together, we can create a trusting therapeutic relationship for you to be seen and heard. I can provide a supportive and safe environment to share your experiences and process your emotions, in the office at Falls Church Wellness Center or via telehealth anywhere in the state of Virginia.
You are valuable, and your experiences are unique, and with support, you can find your path forward. Experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, times of transition, grief, and guilt can be lonely and physically draining. Trusting someone to share your experience with can be scary. Sharing your feelings can be the start of healing, and together, we can create a trusting therapeutic relationship for you to be seen and heard. I can provide a supportive and safe environment to share your experiences and process your emotions, in the office at Falls Church Wellness Center or via telehealth anywhere in the state of Virginia.
Yasmeen Richards
Resident in Counseling, MS, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Falls Church, VA 22046
Pregnancy and parenthood are life-changing journeys that don't need to be traveled alone. I blend therapeutic strategies to help you understand your feelings, and the ways that past hurts keep you from parenting in your ideal, unique way. We'll work on the whole you, exploring multiple aspects of your life, like culture, sleep, family, self-care, relationships, career, and more. Together, we'll build the self-confidence you need to effect positive, sustainable change in your life.
Pregnancy and parenthood are life-changing journeys that don't need to be traveled alone. I blend therapeutic strategies to help you understand your feelings, and the ways that past hurts keep you from parenting in your ideal, unique way. We'll work on the whole you, exploring multiple aspects of your life, like culture, sleep, family, self-care, relationships, career, and more. Together, we'll build the self-confidence you need to effect positive, sustainable change in your life.
Elizabeth Autrey
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Falls Church, VA 22046
Life can be difficult at times, but you do not have to struggle alone. I am here to help you overcome the mental health obstacles that stop you from enjoying your life. I work with teens and adults to help them reach their mental health goals. I have experience working with individuals on a variety of matters, including anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anger management, interpersonal relationships, self-esteem, and body image issues. Working collaboratively with the client, I help them find satisfaction and peace in their life.
Life can be difficult at times, but you do not have to struggle alone. I am here to help you overcome the mental health obstacles that stop you from enjoying your life. I work with teens and adults to help them reach their mental health goals. I have experience working with individuals on a variety of matters, including anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anger management, interpersonal relationships, self-esteem, and body image issues. Working collaboratively with the client, I help them find satisfaction and peace in their life.
Annah Mackin Applebaum
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Falls Church, VA 22046
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Picking fights with loved ones. Worrying about how we're perceived. Reacting defensively to criticism. Ruminating over social interactions. Avoiding difficult conversations. Punishing others when we’re hurt. We do all these things for reasons, but often our reasons are emotional wounds too vulnerable to acknowledge. Many of our behaviors are motivated by deeply held beliefs about ourselves and what we can expect from others. Often, our behaviors are strategic habits we learned in formative relationships that had unhealthy dynamics and imbalances of power.
Picking fights with loved ones. Worrying about how we're perceived. Reacting defensively to criticism. Ruminating over social interactions. Avoiding difficult conversations. Punishing others when we’re hurt. We do all these things for reasons, but often our reasons are emotional wounds too vulnerable to acknowledge. Many of our behaviors are motivated by deeply held beliefs about ourselves and what we can expect from others. Often, our behaviors are strategic habits we learned in formative relationships that had unhealthy dynamics and imbalances of power.
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Online Therapists
Is online therapy as effective as in-person?
Numerous studies suggest that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. However, further research is needed to determine if online therapy provides the same benefits across all client populations. Individuals with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, or those who may benefit from in-person check-ins, like those with eating disorders, may not experience the same level of benefit from online therapy. Nonetheless, the success of online therapy, much like in-person therapy, often hinges on the quality of the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client rather than the specific modality of therapy used.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of therapy conducted online?
One of the main advantages of online therapy is its convenience for both clients and therapists. It also allows clients who require specialized therapy to access a wider range of professionals than they could with only in-person sessions. Additionally, online therapy may be a more affordable option in some cases and often offers the same insurance benefits as in-person therapy. However, online therapy may not be suitable for everyone, especially those who value face-to-face interaction with a therapist. Therapists may find it more challenging to assess clients accurately in an online setting due to reduced nonverbal cues on camera. There is also the increased risk that disruptions caused by external factors, such as technology malfunctions, can hinder the therapy session. For these reasons, many therapists offer a "hybrid" therapeutic approach, alternating between seeing clients in-person and online.
Is online therapy suitable for children and adolescents?
Just like with adults, the accessibility and convenience of online therapy can greatly benefit children and adolescents. In fact, children and adolescents may be more accustomed to navigating online platforms than older adults, making online sessions feel more natural for them. Teens might also be interested in using additional online tools, such as therapist-recommended apps, as an adjunct to online therapy sessions. Apps for developing CBT skills, practicing mindfulness exercises, or tracking thoughts and moods can be helpful for teens receiving therapy. However, it's important to note that not all therapeutic modalities are well-suited to online therapy, especially those used with younger children. For example, play therapy, which helps younger children express their emotions, often requires in-person sessions to be fully effective.
Can I receive prescriptions and medication management with online therapy?
The ability for psychiatrists to prescribe medications through online therapy varies based on the medication and the states where the medical professional and client are located. While many prescribing regulations were relaxed during the COVID-19 pandemic, some states still enforce rules, especially concerning controlled substances, which may mandate an in-person visit before prescribing. Generally, however, medical professionals can prescribe non-controlled substances through online therapy sessions just as they do during in-person sessions.