Alexandria, VA
Alexandria VA, Children's Medical Associates of Northern Virginia
6303 , 330
Alexandria, VA 22312
Alexandria, VA - Belle Haven Rd Office
1451 Belle Haven Rd, Suite 230
Alexandria, VA 22307
Phone: 703-566-9900
Alexandria, VA - Fordson Rd Office
7836 Fordson Rd,
Alexandria, VA 22306
Phone: 703-566-9900
Alexandria, VA - Grovedale Dr Office
6408 Grovedale Dr, Suite 200
Alexandria, VA 22310
Phone: 703-566-9900
Alexandria, VA - N Royal St Office
110 N Royal St, Suite 300
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: 410-838-9500
Counselors in Alexandria, VA
Joy Nguyen, M.A., Resident in Counseling
Practicing Since: 2017 One of Joy’s core values as a counselor is approachability. She wants clients to feel like they can show up exactly as they are- bringing both their struggles and their strengths into the room. She strives to create a warm, hopeful, and…
Issues Served: Abuse/Neglect, ADD/ADHD, Career Counseling, Divorce, Generalized Anxiety Disorders, Impulse Control and Anger Management, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), Self Esteem, Trauma and PTSD
Erica Hudson, Resident in Counseling
Practicing Since: 2023 Clients can expect a warm, affirming, and collaborative space where their unique experiences are met with empathy and respect. Erica strives to create an atmosphere that feels both safe and empowering-one where clients can explore their inner world without fear of judgment….
Issues Served: Abortion, ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Divorce, Generalized Anxiety Disorders, Grief and Loss, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Self Esteem, Trauma and PTSD
Anne-Marie Schwartz Evans, Resident in Counseling
Practicing since: 2022 Anne-Marie tries to approach each session and encounter first and foremost, with empathy and provides a safe place where clients can feel like their full self is welcomed. She works from attachment theory and has been formally trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy…
Issues Served: Adoption/Foster Care, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness and Pain, Divorce, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Self Esteem, Trauma and PTSD
Tamika George, LMSW
Practicing Since: 2018 Tamika offers a safe space that is freeing and provides therapeutic growth. She works alongside clients using evidence-based practices to overcome mental health issues. Her goal is to help empower clients to tap into their internal abilities and powers. She equips clients…
Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse/Neglect, ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, BIPOC Issues, Career Counseling, Divorce, Generalized Anxiety Disorders, Grief and Loss, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Self Esteem, Trauma and PTSD
Randall Rhodes, LPC
Practicing Since 2012 Clients have described Randall as warm, caring and a good listener. He does more than just give advice. He wants clients to feel encouraged and motivated. Randall will work collaboratively with you to identify and build your strengths. He will also work…
Issues Served: Abortion, Adoption/Foster Care, BIPOC Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Divorce, Generalized Anxiety Disorders, Grief and Loss, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Self Esteem
Kristen Brenchley, Licensed Resident in Counseling
Practicing Since: 2024 Kristen fosters a warm atmosphere where clients will find nonjudgemental compassion, empathy and space to share their own experiences and beliefs. She works primarily from a humanistic perspective and believes that the client is the expert on their own life. Kristen believes…
Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse/Neglect, ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Autism Spectrum, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness and Pain, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Divorce, Eating Disorders, Gender Identity Issues, Grief and Loss, Impulse Control and Anger Management, Intellectual Disabilities, Personality Disorders, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), Self Esteem, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Suicidal Ideation and Self Harming Behaviors, Trauma and PTSD
Hawani Tessema, Resident in Counseling
Practicing Since: 2023 When working with Hawani, clients can expect an emotionally safe and empathetic atmosphere. Hawani utilizes a combination of traditional talk therapy and other evidence-based creative approaches to support each client. Hawani believes that the therapeutic process is a way to get professional…
Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse/Neglect, ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Autism Spectrum, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness and Pain, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Dissociative Disorders, Divorce, Generalized Anxiety Disorders, Grief and Loss, Impulse Control and Anger Management, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Personality Disorders, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), Self Esteem, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Suicidal Ideation and Self Harming Behaviors, Trauma and PTSD
Marsi Beschel, LCSW
Practicing Since 1987 Marsi works to offer a peaceful, trustful, and welcoming space. She understands that making the decision to enter the counseling process can be difficult, so providing a supportive, caring place where clients can be heard and known is the foundation of all…
Issues Served: Abuse/Neglect, Bipolar Disorder, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Eating Disorders, Generalized Anxiety Disorders, Grief and Loss, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Suicidal Ideation and Self Harming Behaviors, Trauma and PTSD
Tamsin Harper, Resident in Counseling
Practicing Since: 2024 Tamsin’s life-long dream is to work to support others in developing resilience, healthy coping skills, and overcoming barriers and trauma. She has experience working with a range of different individuals, cultures, and ethnicities. She is a trauma-informed therapist who uses interventions such…
Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse/Neglect, ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Autism Spectrum, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness and Pain, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Dissociative Disorders, Divorce, Eating Disorders, Gender Identity Issues, Generalized Anxiety Disorders, Grief and Loss, Impulse Control and Anger Management, Intellectual Disabilities, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Personality Disorders, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), Self Esteem, Sexual Disorders (Sex Therapy and Addictions), Sleep Disorders, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Suicidal Ideation and Self Harming Behaviors, Trauma and PTSD
Patricia Martinez, MSW, Supervisee in Clinical Social Work
Practicing Since: 2009 Patricia seeks to build authentic relationships with clients by providing a safe and trusting environment. She utilizes a holistic approach to healing that acknowledges a person’s life experiences. She strives to make clients feel comfortable and safe so that they can be…
Issues Served: Abuse/Neglect, BIPOC Issues, Generalized Anxiety Disorders, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Personality Disorders, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Trauma and PTSD
Margarita Zwisler, Supervisee in Clinical Social Work
Practicing Since: 2019 Margarita provides a safe, healing, and nonjudgmental environment, where clients are met where they are to achieve healing. Clients will learn and develop coping skills to manage strong emotions, as well as work collaboratively to set goals. She desires to empower clients…
Issues Served: Abortion, Adoption/Foster Care, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Divorce, Gender Identity Issues, Generalized Anxiety Disorders, Grief and Loss, Impulse Control and Anger Management, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), Self Esteem
Chelsea Jefferson, LCSW
Practicing Since: 2016 Chelsea has gained experience with a variety of populations, situations, and backgrounds. The foundation of her experience was accumulated in a residential setting for children and adolescents. Although Chelsea’s specialty lies in treating trauma and adverse childhood experiences, she tailors each session…
Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse/Neglect, Adoption/Foster Care, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Divorce, Generalized Anxiety Disorders, Grief and Loss, Impulse Control and Anger Management, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), Self Esteem, Trauma and PTSD
Zamir Bridgman, MSW
Practicing Since: 2009 Zamir cultivates an atmosphere and relationship with her clients that is fundamentally supportive and nonjudgmental to both adults and children. Zamir has experience working with clients dealing with depression, anxiety, grief, DSM-5 diagnosis, and family counseling. Zamir believes that therapy is a…
Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse/Neglect, ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Autism Spectrum, BIPOC Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Dissociative Disorders, Divorce, Eating Disorders, Gender Identity Issues, Generalized Anxiety Disorders, Grief and Loss, Impulse Control and Anger Management, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Personality Disorders, Self Esteem, Suicidal Ideation and Self Harming Behaviors, Trauma and PTSD
Christen Panissidi, LCSW
Practicing Since: 2014 Christen believes that mental health should be talked about and normalized. She strives to create a safe, relaxing, and fun environment for her clients to feel comfortable expressing their struggles with life. She recognizes that everyone’s personal needs are important and helps…
Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse/Neglect, ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Career Counseling, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Eating Disorders, Generalized Anxiety Disorders, Grief and Loss, Impulse Control and Anger Management, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Self Esteem, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Suicidal Ideation and Self Harming Behaviors, Trauma and PTSD
Sarah Nies, LPC, ATR-BC
Practicing Since: 2016 Sarah creates a caring and supportive environment, championing clients in self-discovery and healing. After earning a Master’s in Art Education and a Master’s in Art Therapy, Sarah continued expanding her knowledge and techniques, incorporating art into therapy. She is a Board-Certified Art…
Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse/Neglect, Adoption/Foster Care, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Divorce, Generalized Anxiety Disorders, Grief and Loss, Intellectual Disabilities, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Self Esteem, Trauma and PTSD
John Howard, MA, Resident in Counseling
Practicing Since: 2020 John approaches counseling from a client-centered perspective to help foster a safe, inclusive environment. Maintaining openness and transparency while upholding confidentiality is of utmost importance to him. He helps clients focus on re-framing commonly distressing events into a different, often more positive…
Issues Served: ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Divorce, Generalized Anxiety Disorders, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Self Esteem, Sexual Disorders (Sex Therapy and Addictions), Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol)
Isabel Stratton, MSW
Practicing Since: 2022 Creating opportunity for trust, allowing clients to be vulnerable while focusing on their strengths helps Isabel build relationship with her clients. Regardless of background, clients can expect a welcoming environment. Isabel believes it’s important to provide children and youth with the tools…
Issues Served: Abuse/Neglect, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorders, Impulse Control and Anger Management, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), Suicidal Ideation and Self Harming Behaviors, Trauma and PTSD
Aparicio Cottrell Jr., MS, Resident in Counseling
Practicing Since:2016 Aparicio uses a solution-focused approach with clients. He seeks to allow his clients to tell him about who they are and likes to work together with his clients in order to help them achieve their treatment goals. Aparicio views the counseling process as…
Issues Served: Abortion, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Divorce, Generalized Anxiety Disorders, Impulse Control and Anger Management, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other)
Nettia Banton, Licensed Resident in Counseling
Practicing Since: 2012 Nettia provides a safe and open space where clients are accepted, valued, and respected. She utilizes a strength-based, client-focused therapeutic approach grounded in Cognitive Behavioral and Dialectical Behavioral therapies. She focuses on listening to and understanding her clients in order to create…
Issues Served: ADD/ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Divorce, Generalized Anxiety Disorders, Grief and Loss, Impulse Control and Anger Management, Personality Disorders, Self Esteem, Sleep Disorders, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Suicidal Ideation and Self Harming Behaviors
Michelle Wenz, LCSW
Practicing Since: 2011 Michelle is a bilingual (Spanish/English) Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in working with children and families to address anxiety, ADHD, autism, and other special educational needs, social skills, emotion dysregulation, trauma, abuse and/or neglect, life transitions and acculturation/reunification issues. She has…
Issues Served: Abuse/Neglect, ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Autism Spectrum, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorders, Grief and Loss, Impulse Control and Anger Management, Self Esteem, Trauma and PTSD
Stacey Crosson, LMFT
Practicing Since: 1998 As the Clinical Supervisor of Safe Harbor Northern Virginia, Stacey has over 25 years’ experience in the people-helping business. As a spouse of a retired U.S. military member, she offers a shared perspective of the military life. She also provides a developed lens…
Issues Served: Abuse/Neglect, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness and Pain, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Divorce, Generalized Anxiety Disorders, Grief and Loss, Impulse Control and Anger Management, Self Esteem, Sexual Disorders (Sex Therapy and Addictions), Sleep Disorders, Trauma and PTSD
Melissa Hoffman, LPC
Practicing Since: 2007 Melissa focuses on building the therapeutic relationship through empathy, respect for the individual, and unconditional support. Through this therapeutic relationship, clients are able to set goals and achieve them. Once this therapeutic relationship is built, Melissa uses cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, and…
Issues Served: Career Counseling, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Divorce, Generalized Anxiety Disorders, Grief and Loss, Impulse Control and Anger Management, Self Esteem
