Therapists Beginning With K in Virginia

I am a therapist because I am passionate about accompanying individuals on their self-understanding, exploration, and healing journey. The environment I provide is nonjudgmental, open, and safe. It focuses on an integration of mind, body, and spirit. I believe each individual is unique so I use a variety of approaches to assist my clients, depending on individual needs. I completed my internship and residency in Community Mental Health (IOP), Juvenile Detention Center, Methadone Clinic, Private Practice (PHP), and Residential/Acute. Currently, I provide services in DC and Virginia, but I only provide virtual sessions at this time.

"There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you" Maya Angelou. Words have power, words build the world around us, your story has power. As a clinician I do not just treat depression, anxiety, trauma etc. I treat the person experiencing the symptoms of those diagnoses. I want to know your story, to help you regain control of your story, & help you write the next chapters of your life with joy instead of fear, frustration, or negativity. Trauma is my specialty, however I treat most mental health disorders - particularly depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, aging related disorders, & family therapy.

My first goal is to provide you with an open and trusting environment where you can feel safe to explore what has been troubling you. I know how hard it can be to contact a therapist for help. Whether it is a history of past trauma, depression, eating issues, or relationship struggles, I will work with you in a way that will help you better understand your thoughts and feelings so that you can move forward in your life. Using my years of experience treating depression, eating disorders, trauma and relationship issues, together we will tailor treatment goals to meet your individual needs.

What if everything we’ve been taught about life is a myth? What if the traditional formula for health and happiness doesn’t pertain to you? Are those rules about fitting into someone else’s version of what life should be? Do those rules inspire you, or do they keep your life - and your dreams - small? Solving problems in your head is an old-school and outdated strategy. Accessing the wisdom of the body is the new paradigm. At Next Generation Core, we will dig deeper to build a growth mindset.

Our personal difficulties are often a "Catch 22," -- comfortable, familiar patterns of behavior inadvertently keep us in unhealthy/unsatisfactory circumstances or relationships. As your therapist, I aim to help you understand your current problems in the context of your unique life experiences, allowing you to develop insight into how your difficulties developed while growing in ways that get you 'unstuck.' I do this by facilitating conversations about your interpersonal relationships (past and present); early life experiences; what you are thinking and feeling (or may be preventing yourself from feeling); and how you communicate your thoughts, feelings, and needs with others.

Welcome! Does life feels harder than you think it should? Are you feeling lost, stressed, or dissatisfied with your relationships? Do you feel a constant sense of not being "good enough" as you navigate multiple roles and responsibilities? Have you experienced a loss that is hard to overcome? We all go through struggles in our lives, and it can help to have someone in your corner. For 15 years I have had the privilege of supporting people as they navigate these types of challenges.

As your therapist, I aim to affirm and honor the identities you hold while simultaneously challenging the narratives that hinder your growth and perpetuate harm. My focus is to support, explore, and navigate the intricacies of systems that impact your mental well-being. As you are the expert on you, I will seek collaboration to best support your needs and goals. In our sessions, I utilize a trauma-informed, strength based, and a relational lens to foster safety and security. I strive to cultivate a space to feel empowered, affirmed, heard, and respected.

I believe that we all strive to be more authentic in our lives but sometimes get lost along the way. Together, you and I will explore your concerns at your pace and try to get more clarity. I work with individuals and how they view themselves, others, and their world. I am committed to working with you to foster greater insight and improve your agency in your life. I also collaborate with people in relationships to help them reconnect and communicate better. I'm also getting trained in sex therapy, as well as couples' therapy.

Achieving “balance” within one’s life can be a challenge. The day-to-day frustrations and stresses build, creating fertile ground for many mental health conditions. The stresses also reduce our capacity to cope and problem-solve as we once did. My approach to therapy is collaborative. You are the expert of you. Let’s use our combined skills to identify your path to “balance.” Taking the step to start therapy can be a daunting. I understand. Lets walk together.

Hi my name is Karen Kaiser, I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I got into the counseling profession after overcoming my own childhood traumas. I understand the potential anger, frustration and fear of facing your past, as well as the uncertainty of moving forward. I have worked in behavioral health since 1986, and believe in client centered therapy. I am here for you, and to make the process as easy as possible.

**Currently accepting adult teletherapy clients** Sometimes, the idea of meeting a new therapist can be a daunting, whether or not it's a person's first time. I do my best to ensure that my office is a welcoming and judgment-free space where clients can feel comfortable sharing about their lives and difficulties. I believe in a person's capacity to heal and grow, and I believe that my role is to facilitate this experience in a way that is unique to each client's personality and strengths.

Amanda has extensive experience working with adolescents in school, group, and outpatient settings. Amanda currently specializes in mood disorders like anxiety and depression, self-esteem, peer relations, LGBTQIA+ issues, and life transitions for adolescents and young adults.

Do you struggle with worrying about whether you fit in? Have you ever at times felt ashamed for being who you are? As a therapist who works heavily with individuals in BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities, I can help. Becoming a fully integrated person is a life long journey and I am so excited to walk alongside you in this. My goal as a therapist is to help you fully realize your self worth, gain self confidence, and truly love yourself for who you are. I firmly believe that every individual deserves to love and accept themselves, and this is where I hope I can assist..

I am a firm believer in the philosophy that everyone’s journey is unique, and despite the ups and downs of life, each individual is the experts in their life. Together on our journey we can help navigate and cope with the challenges of life. I have experience using modalities such as Person-Centered approach with the collaborative work from Cognitive-Behavioral therapy, Solution-Focused therapy and Motivational Interviewing, with the hope of supporting individuals in identifying their desires and empowering them to make positive changes.

Do you long for relief from anxiety and depression? Is low self-esteem holding you back? Do you feel stuck in a toxic relationship that stresses and drains you? Oftentimes we feel like it’s impossible to beat these patterns, to feel truly confident, to break free. And it impacts our daily lives in more ways than we know. These problems can make you hide, minimize, and suppress yourself. They can make you live below your full potential.

Whether you are feeling down, anxious, overwhelmed - or struggling with self-acceptance and self-esteem, perfectionism, grief, career, or relationship issues - I offer a warm and compassionate approach to therapy. I primarily utilize Person-Centered and Existential approaches to help clients explore meaning in their lives and promote self-compassion. My approach can help you to recognize your own strengths and resources, as well as your capacity to adapt, grow, and demonstrate resilience when faced with challenges.

Currently accepting new clients. I am a bilingual, Iranian-American, and a dedicated and compassionate licensed therapist with 20 years of experience helping individuals and families navigate life's challenges. I am committed to providing a safe and nonjudgmental space for my clients to explore their thoughts and feelings, develop coping skills, and work towards personal growth and healing. My therapeutic approach is client-centered, meaning that I tailor my methods to meet each client's unique needs and goals. I draw from various evidence-based modalities to create a personalized treatment plan for each client.

The philosophy that guides me in my work with clients is a strong core belief in respect for each person's unique culture and heritage. There are no cookie cutter therapeutic interventions that work universally on all clients with the exception of the development of strong therapeutic relationship between client and therapist. I believe therapy needs to be meaningful, personal and tailored for each person or couple. A distinctive of my practice is to provide an integrated approach that treats the whole person. I am trained in Gottman Level 1 & 2, Prepare/Enrich certified, and use the skills learned when working with couples.