Marriage Counselor
Philip Gnilka, LCPC, LPC, CCMHC, NCC
Professional Clinical Counselor
22314 |
I spent over a decade as a tenured professor mentoring and supervising counseling students in what works. I am excited to bring what I have learned directly to you. Reach out now for help with your relationship.
Marriage Counselor
Kristin Rosenthal, MA, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
1707 Belle View Blvd C-1, Alexandria, Virginia 22307 | 703-768-6240
We offer Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, shown to be effective in up to 85% of distressed relationships. By helping people see the painful cycles they are caught in, they move past the first flush of hurt and anger to a deeper compassion.and understanding.
Marriage Counselor
Kathleen Hanagan, LCSW, TEP
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
2016 Mt. Vernon Ave. Suite 204 , Alexandria , Virginia 22301 | 571-305-5499
The highest purpose of marriage is to grow the two people into healthy adults who can care deeply and contribute to the world. It is hard work, but worth the effort, and is the best gift you can give your children or the people you love.
Marriage Counselor
Lifebulb Counseling and Therapy, LCSW, Ph.D
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Available for Online Therapy
A healthy marriage takes work. Therapy will reach the heart of the issues and begin the process of restoration. Let's get started.
Marriage Counselor
Kevin Fleming, Ph.D.
Coach/Change Agent/Consultant
At Home or Private Discreet Intensives
Though we are not licensed marriage counselors, Grey Matters International, Inc. provides cutting edge brain optimization and rebalancing technology to better align the minds of partners to reduce conflict, increase hope---for the brain has the final word on change.
Marriage Counselor
Amy Wagner, LMFT, LMHC
Relationship and Trauma Therapist/EMDR Consultant/Business Coach - Licensed in Virginia and Florida
Available for Online Therapy
A healthy partnership takes intentional time, energy and mutual commitment to attain. Often, our earlier life experiences influence the health of our partnership and we get off track. It's not uncommon for the "old stuff" to influence today's relationships.
Marriage Counselor
Nancy Montagna, Ph. D.
Clinical Psychologist, Licensed in Maryland and Virginia
Available for Online Therapy
After the spontaneous enchantment of “falling in love”, you and your mate go through predictable stages that require adjustment or result in stress. Find growing harmony and happiness by learning to negotiate for what you most deeply need and want.
Marriage Counselor
Robyn Brickel, M.A., LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
300 North Washington Street; # 500, Alexandria, Virginia 22314 | (703) 518-8883
We offer couples counseling to couples, both married and in relationships of any sexual preference. We also offer individualized premarital therapy sessions.
Marriage Counselor
Kathryn Ziemer, PhD
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
1221 King Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22314 | 571-478-9499
We will work together to reconnect, heal, and strengthen your relationship. Whatever obstacles you face as a couple, we will work through it step-by-step using proven methods. I will help you and your partner can develop a healthy, deep, and loving bond.
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City of Alexandria, VA
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Beautiful Alexandria, Virginia is filled with attractions suitable for families with children and teenagers of all ages. If you are interested in seeing the city while spending time with your family and getting a great workout, Bike and Roll is for you. Here you are able to rent bicycles and explore the city, including riding riverside and viewing local monuments. However, if you prefer a relaxing environment while enjoying a game or two of miniature golf, the Cameron Run Region Park may be calling your name. The attraction has everything from wave pools to waterslides and bathing cages for adults, children, and teenagers alike.1
Marriage and Couples Mental Health in Alexandria
The Fairfax County Government offers a number of free parenting classes for those who seek to improve their parenting skills and their relationships with their children. Classes generally run for 12-24 weeks and are offered in both English and Spanish. Classes with an African-American cultural focus are available as well. Meetings include a light meal and childcare services for children under the age of five. Call 703-324-7691 for more information.2
Couples and families that have recently immigrated to the United States can participate in various mental health, social and educational programs offered by Multicultural Human Services (MHS). The goal of MHS is to provide opportunities for individuals to learn more about the cultural, linguistic and social characteristics of our country, while also respecting their cultural identities. The staff represents a variety of ethnicities and work with clients to provide culturally sensitive programming. For additional details about their services, call MHS at 571-748-2800.3
The AGLCA, or Alexandria Gay and Lesbian Community Association, is a great organization that helps many members of society find a place where they are comfortable and connect with people who have shared similar experiences. AGLCA strives to enhance the quality of life of Alexandria's LGBTQ residents by providing resources, activities, and educational opportunities. The organization is non-partisan, but actively promotes LGBTQ issues.4
Family Services and Assistance Programs
There are many different groups that help families and couples of all ages, such as the NVFS, Northern Virginia Family Service, which provides financial services, foster care programs, and stable housing to families in need. Additionally, workforce development programs and transportation services are provided. To acquire more information or to be connected to these services, call the Alexandra branch at 517-748-2840.5
References
1. City Data. (2017). Alexandria, VA. Retrieved from http://www.city-data.com/city/Alexandria-Virginia.html.2. Fairfax County Virginia. (2017). Parenting Education Classes. Retrieved from http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/dfs/childrenyouth/parentingresource/parentinged.htm#nurture.
3. Multicultural Human Services. (2017). Welcome. Retrieved from http://www.nvfs.org/pages/page.asp?page_id=91698.
4. Alexandria Gay and Lesbian Community Association. (2017). Frequently Asked Questions. Retrieved from http://www.aglca.org/index.php?q=node/34.
5. North Virginia Family Service. (2017) . Northern Virginia Family Service (NVFS). Retrieved from http://www.nvfs.org/.
Alexandria is not part of any county and is located in Virginia. It has a land area of 15.04 square miles and a water area of 0.43 square miles. The population of Alexandria is 153,511 people with 66,879 households and a median annual income of $89,134. .
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Establishing weekly sessions with a professional therapist is considered affordable in Alexandria for the average family. While sustaining a commitment to therapy is usually not an issue, if mental health treatment feels like a burden please ask your counselor about accepted insurance plans or sliding scale fees. Low cost counseling and affordable therapy are also sometimes offered by listed city and university level clinics, check with your local Alexandria public health department.