Find a Therapist in Oakton, Virginia.

Life can present you with difficult situations which are hard to process and move past. These challenges are not on your timeline and affect everything. Having worked in many healthcare settings, I am familiar navigating life-changing events and grief. I understand the territory of encountering loss, coping with trauma, the complexity of the medical system and living with illness. These issues can have ripple effects on your relationships, sense of self and perceptions of the world. I know how complex things can get, and I will support you during this process.

Ashburn Psychological Services offers psychotherapy to treat a variety of problems including: anxiety, depression, developmental disorders, relationship struggles, parenting and family struggles, substance abuse and alcoholism and other conditions. Cognitive-behavior therapy, interpersonal therapy, psychodynamic therapy, solution focused therapy, dialectical therapy are a few therapy techniques and approaches utilized by therapists and counselors. We at Ashburn Psychological Services are here to help.

My first task in psychotherapy is to provide a safe and secure environment. I provide my clients with care, calmness, respect and stability to help address life challenges in new ways. Being non-judgmental, open-minded, empathetic and listening with respect helps set the stage for the deeper work that needs to be done. I help my clients evaluate whether their present life choices are providing what he or she wants. I also help my clients become aware of and transform the mental, emotional, interpersonal and/or behavioral strategies that cause his/her suffering. My approach to psychotherapy is to help clients become what he/she wants to become, to be better equipped to deal with life’s challenges, and to be in a greater state of health and harmony.

I work collaboratively with individuals to set goals and articulate areas of growth. I use cognitive and psychodynamic approaches to help you to: Understand and process the sources of distress, and Develop coping styles and behaviors to better manage that distress. Some issues benefit not only from talk therapy but also medication. I may recommend this combined approach of both psychotherapy and medication to help lessen distress. I have working relationships with area psychiatrists making this combined approach easier for the patient.

I provide psychotherapeutic services to adult individuals and couples. Together we will explore areas that create conflict and stressors in your environment and relationships and develop helpful strategies that contribute to a healthier, joyful, and more serene lifestyle. Give therapy a try - you are worthy of healthy lifestyle change! Make a good day - - be well. Give us a call for a free phone consult. 242.292.6127

Psychotherapy is a time each week to focus on yourself. The process of having another person demonstrate an investment in you and your growth increases curiosity about yourself, which enhance a sense of knowing yourself and your patterns. This knowledge allows for a greater sense of freedom in the choices you make, a stronger voice, and more rewarding relationships.

Psychotherapy encompasses more than support, problem solving, or coaching. It is the process of engaging with another person, a skilled therapist, to help you learn more about yourself and see yourself more accurately. With a skilled therapist such as a licensed clinical psychologist, you can assess what you like and what you'd like to change about yourself and your life. You can explore what keeps you "stuck" in unhappy or self-defeating circumstances and work toward gaining the insight you need to have a happier and more satisfying life.

Life can be difficult at times. Therapy provides a safe, confidential space to explore challenging life events, negative thoughts or behaviors, or a general lack of enjoyment and peace. I help my clients explore the circumstances that brought them to therapy, clarify what they would like to change about their lives, and identify what is holding them back. This includes correcting self-defeating thoughts and behaviors, increasing social supports, and creating a healthier lifestyle.

I use an evidence-based approach to therapy. This means that the techniques I use are proven to help you overcome your challenges, whether it be depression, anxiety, relationship issues, or life transitions. Together we will create a space where you can feel safe talking openly about your challenges, learning and practicing new skills, and getting genuine feedback. In our work together, I will help you untangle the confusing, complex emotions you may be feeling. We will explore and confront the fears, doubts, self-criticisms, and other thoughts that keep you up at night. No matter what you’re struggling with, we'll work together to help you feel better.

I work with individuals and couples to provide the right therapy for each person who comes to see me. Through a variety of approaches, we work to find the causes of issues and concerns, develop responses and strategies to address them, and practice these new coping mechanisms to work through (or around) the issues, and turn negative thoughts into positive ones. Through a variety of therapeutic approaches, including emotionally focused couples therapy, family attachment therapy, grief therapy, interpersonal psychotherapy, and psychoanalysis, we can work together to help you get to a happier place.

I think of psychotherapy as a healing process in which you, as an individual or a couple, discover more effective ways to deal with the unique issues and challenges you face. When you and your therapist form a trusted collaborative relationship, research shows that psychotherapy works. In such a relationship, I can provide support as you navigate the losses and transitions of life. Together we can explore multiple options to challenge individual problems like anxiety and depression, as well as tackle relationship problems with issues like communication and trust. Contact me with questions or to schedule a FREE 15-minute phone consultation.

Robyn E. Brickel, M.A., LMFT, LLC works with clients on a range of issues and concerns and has experience with clients of all ages, backgrounds, and belief systems. The foundation of effective therapy is a safe, trusting and collaborative relationship. We will work with you to develop a plan that is tailored to your goals and needs. Robyn's treatment style is active and supportive. Robyn's goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life.

I provide Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy (EMDR). EMDR has been shown to be highly effective for decreasing symptoms of PTSD, and treating grief, trauma, intrusive images, negative self thoughts, anxiety, fear, phobias and panic. Using EMDR is my favorite way treat traumatic grief and has my highly effective with my clients who are grieving. EMDR Therapy helps to reduce the intensity of sharp feelings, images, and thoughts. It does not erase memories or thoughts, cause you to forget about a memory or you loved one, or hypnotize you. My services are offered only virtually and are done by video. I offer a safe environment for you to process your grief and trauma.

Psychotherapy is a journey to discover our authentic selves and become the best we can be. Through therapy, we come to understand our past, present, and future. I use a variety of approaches, including cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and strengths perspective. My approach is to meet you where you are, help you to overcome obstacles, and assist you in moving forward to achieve maximum growth.

Psychotherapy is sacred work, and I hold a very safe and honest space for people to show up authentically. I use different modalities, but the most important factor is to have deep compassion and let the person know you care. Humor is essential, and there is as much laughing as crying in my office. I have been doing this work for nearly 30 years, and I am still in awe of the capacity people have to change.

Psychotherapy can mean different things for different professionals. For me, it's another word for therapy or counseling - the process of sitting down with a warm and skilled professional to figure out how to achieve your life goals. and improve your relationships. Don't let the word "psychotherapy" scare you away from what can often be a powerful tool for improving your life. Trust your instinct about who to choose, and don't hesitate to stop therapy if you don't feel a connection with your therapist. The truth is that unless you really believe your therapist cares about your life, sophisticated therapy interventions and techniques are worthless. Remember to look for that connection!

You want to find a psychotherapist, but how do you know it's going to work? We use a cutting-edge kind of psychotherapy that addresses many of the common areas where traditional therapy can get stuck. We'll be compassionate about your concerns while offering experienced and structured guidance that ensures you will learn something new about yourself each session. We'll partner with you to help you set goals for psychotherapy and, if appropriate, show you the structured steps that can grow your emotional intelligence. Many clients who use this unique kind of therapy are able to facilitate their own growth well beyond the time spent in the office. Read more & get free therapy resources online.

Psychotherapy is the talking cure. If you are looking for a therapist, that means that you have recognized that things can be better. Our conversations will continue the work that you have started. As you talk about your difficulties in the present and your vision for the future, you will start to identify what needs to change and how it needs to change. Together we will develop the strategies of how to make that happen.

I practice the healing approaches of Dr. Milton H. Erickson. This approach focuses on helping you access and develop resources to connect with and understand the patterns you want to change and the wounds you want to heal. This process helps you create powerful shifts in these patterns so that you gain the changes, solutions, and healing you seek. I specialize in treating stress reactions, including PTSD, especially in emergency responders and combat veterans.

Have you experienced any of the following? -Constant Sadness -Irritability -Hopelessness -Problems with Sleeping or Eating -Excessive Worrying -Low Energy -Difficulty Concentrating -Grief over the death of a loved one -Relationship difficulties -Anger that you are unable to control -Anxiety and feelings of panic -Issues involving substance abuse in yourself or a family member We can provide you with the professional help that you need. We use result oriented therapy techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Clinical Hypnosis, and Emotional Freedom Technique, to help you feel better quickly and regain control of your life.

Therapy is more than talking. Our company name is Insight Into Action Therapy for a reason. Having an "a-ha" moment is great but most people need some support and direction on how to turn it into action. We will give you feedback based on our education and experiences with others who have struggled with the same areas you have. You will walk away with a plan and tools to make changes.

My approach to psychotherapy focuses on your internal world and relational patterns. Often our moods, anxieties and relational difficulties in the present need to be examined in light of our past experiences. I provide a caring and non-judgmental place where you can explore your feelings and behaviors and discover patterns that need to be changed. My goal is to help you in your healing, growth and change.

We usually go to see a therapist when we're wanting something to be different in our lives. Learning and growing throughout our lives is a good and courageous thing. I work with people to help them get the change they are looking for. I seek to create a safe place and work collaboratively so people can reach their goals and begin feel happy with who they are, their lives, and relationships. I participate in many learning opportunities and I bring new ideas and inspiration to my work with clients.

You know things seem off track yet can't seem to identify why. Things feel OFF! When we work together, we will gently learn the core of the distress that you are experiencing. As we learn your life history, we may find that some of the distress is rooted in early childhood trauma and attachment wounding. We will embrace and cherish all parts of yourself and learn about the challenging messages you may have grown up with that manifested into the distress you feel today. Distress can be a messenger, an alarm telling you that it is time to heal experiences from earlier in life. In our work together, we'll use EMDR, Emotion Focused Therapy and Expressive Arts to help you thrive.

Many clients feel comfortable discussing their issues and working together with me to rethinking how they would like to change make changes in their lives. While we cannot stop thoughts, we can develop a plan to change negative thoughts into positive thoughts. I use talk therapy and mindfulness to help clients identify negative habits and develop new healthy and effective habits.