Counseling in Alexandria, VA. Find the Right Therapist.

Safe, effective, and caring. Affordable therapists near you in Alexandria, Virginia will help you make the changes you want.


Earta Norwood, Ph.D.

Earta Norwood, Ph.D.

Licensed Clinical Psychologist

4803B Eisenhower Avenue, Alexandria, Virginia 22304 | 571-357-3459

I specialize in using videotherapy to help people struggling with anxiety and depression. My goal is to help you overcome stress, worry, guilt, or self-doubt so that you can drive your story with vision and purpose. Let’s find out if we are a good fit and get started.

Kathleen Hanagan, LCSW, TEP

Kathleen Hanagan, LCSW, TEP

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

2016 Mt. Vernon Ave. Suite 204 , Alexandria , Virginia 22301 | 571-305-5499

Each of us is here with a unique gift to be named, claimed and celebrated. My work helps you discover and release whatever prevents the full expression of your power and joy, which resets an inner compass to your highest good.

Nancy Montagna, Ph. D.

Nancy Montagna, Ph. D.

Clinical Psychologist, Licensed in Maryland and Virginia

Available for Online Therapy

Our own minds can multiply, confuse, and perpetuate the inevitable pain in life, or heal us to greater joy, love, and creativity. I will listen well and engage with you to move toward the life and relationships you want as rapidly as possible.

Philip Gnilka, LCPC, LPC, CCMHC, NCC

Philip Gnilka, LCPC, LPC, CCMHC, NCC

Professional Clinical Counselor

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. You don’t have to suffer.

Kristin Rosenthal, MA, LPC

Kristin Rosenthal, MA, LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor

1707 Belle View Blvd C-1, Alexandria, Virginia 22307 | 703-768-6240

Mount Vernon Family Therapy Associates helps families, couples, adults and children by providing a warm, safe, confidential place to explore their inner worlds, and help them connect more deeply with the outer world. We aim to help people have better relationships now.

Kevin Fleming, Ph.D.

Kevin Fleming, Ph.D.

Coach/Change Agent/Consultant

At Home or Private Discreet Intensives

Grey Matters Intl & Dr. Kevin Fleming(cited expert for NY Times, CNN, Fortune, Sporting News)is all about bold thinking & neuroscience innovation in getting mood/behavior change when shrinking,feel good self-help, and pills aren't cutting it. Indiv/couples/family.

Robyn Brickel, M.A., LMFT

Robyn Brickel, M.A., LMFT

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

300 North Washington Street; # 500, Alexandria, Virginia 22314 | (703) 518-8883

Robyn E. Brickel, M.A., LMFT, LLC is a private practice that specializes in the therapeutic treatment of individuals (adolescents and adults), couples, families and groups. The practice offers treatment and educational services for many life issues and transitions.

Kate Regnier, LICSW, LCSW, LMSW

Kate Regnier, LICSW, LCSW, LMSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Available for Online Therapy

I work with women who have experienced unexpected loss and are now suffering and attempting to navigate grief. I use EMDR with these clients to help them reprocess whats happened in a safe and effective way.

Lifebulb Counseling and Therapy, LCSW, Ph.D

Lifebulb Counseling and Therapy, LCSW, Ph.D

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Available for Online Therapy

Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why Lifebulb exists - our therapists truly enjoy their work, so you get the highest quality care.

Amy Wagner, LMFT, LMHC

Amy Wagner, LMFT, LMHC

Relationship and Trauma Therapist/EMDR Consultant/Business Coach - Licensed in Virginia and Florida

Available for Online Therapy

I specialize in helping high achievers create and sustain exceptionally joyful lives and loving relationships. My clients are individuals, couples and families who wish to heal from the distressing early experiences of life that are impacting the joy of today's life.

Kathryn Ziemer, PhD

Kathryn Ziemer, PhD

Licensed Clinical Psychologist

1221 King Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22314 | 571-478-9499

I specialize in depression, anxiety, relationship issues, stress and coping, infertility, health issues, and life coaching. My goal is to develop a trusting, accepting, and genuine relationship with you, where we will help you overcome whatever challenges you face.


Related Sites:
City of Alexandria, VA
Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services

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Alexandria, Virginia is a family-friendly town featuring multiple attractions proving to be entertaining for children, teenagers, as well as adult family members. One must explore Old Town and visit Candi's Candies. This old-fashioned candy shop is sure to be a treat for the entire family, plus there are free samples inside. Another perfect must-see location is Whistle Stop Hobbies where you can find trains, cars, planes, and more for the hobby enthusiast.1 Known to be a great educational site, Friendship Firehouse showcases antique firefighting equipment and has exhibits that are sure to be entertaining for not only children, but also teenagers and adults.

Mental Health in Alexandria

Bullying is an all-too-common occurrence in schools that involves a purposeful imbalance of power between one student and another.2 Schools play a very important role in the development of children, and if a student is unhappy, frightened, or insecure in their surroundings due to bullying, it can lead to mental illness early on as well as later in life. The local schools in Alexandria offer counselors to work with students and can offer resources that will help students who are struggling with harassment. School personnel undergo extensive training to recognize these inappropriate behaviors and respond in an appropriate manner. To inquire about the district's anti-bullying efforts, call 703-824-6600.3

Some of the most common mental health problems faced by Alexandria residents are anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. Due to the large veteran population in the area, post traumatic stress disorder is also highly common. Mental Health America is a non-profit organization that works to provide community-based education about mental illness. With a focus on recovery, wellness and healing, Mental Health America's programs are positively oriented. The agency also engages in advocacy programs to give a voice to those whose own voice may not be heard. Call 703-684-7722 to learn more about Mental Health America's programs and services.4

Current Initiatives

Alexandria's Community and Human Services department takes an active role in promoting the health needs of the area's residents. In particular, the agency has focused on women's issues in recent years. One initiative, the Commission for Women, seeks to end gender discrimination in the workforce. Additionally, the commission strives to impact local legislation to ensure the rights and interests of women are both protected and represented. The commission also engages in fundraising efforts and hosts social events to further promote issues important to the city's female population.5


References

1. City Data. (2017). Alexandria, VA. Retrieved from http://www.city-data.com/city/Alexandria-Virginia.html.
2. Alexandria City Public Schools. (2017). Anti-Bullying Facts for Parents. Retrieved from http://www.acps.k12.va.us/face-centers/bullying.pdf.
3. Alexandria City Public Schools. (2017). Bullying Prevention: Developing an Awareness. Retrieved from http://www.acps.k12.va.us/hammond/guidance/bullying.pdf.
4. Mental Health America Virginia. (2017). About. Retrieved from http://mhav.org/about/.
5. City of Alexandria. (2016). Community & Human Services - Women's Initiatives. Retrieved from http://www.alexandriava.gov/Women.

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. .


Therapy Affordability Meter for Alexandria, VA

Mostly Affordable

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.