Family Therapist
Jill Weber, Ph.D.
Clinical Psychologist
7927 JONES BRANCH DR STE 6125, Tyson's Corner, Virginia 22102 | 7035411277
Parents and teenagers must navigate a difficult process as the teenager begins to separate from the parents and form his or her separate identity. I work with both parents and teenagers to help in this process in terms of developing strategies for communication, conflict resolution and ways to begin connecting more effectively. I help both the teenager and the parent find ways to better understand and to develop greater tolerance for one another. More than any other developmental stage, the teenage years necessitate that parents alter their typical ways of parenting, become more flexible, more patient, more emotionally attentive.
Family Therapist
Susan Gorman, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
1483 Chain Bridge Road, McLean, Virginia 22101 | 703-468-8374
Family therapy is indicated especially if the couple also is looking for help out of an emotionally difficult place. Family stresses can also provide stresses on each member of the couple. Through therapy, we work together to find the causes of the family stress, and then create strategies for managing the negative emotions and creating positive ones. Then we practice the strategies so that when similar stresses arise, each family member knows how to work within their family dynamic, keeping things calm.
Family Therapist
Mary L Lyon, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
6723 Whittier Avenue, Suite 406, McLean, Virginia 22101 | 703-963-6301
In family therapy I meet with any number of family members together as a way to build understanding between family members and resolve conflicts that may exist. This tends to be a very active and dynamic interaction where each member is given the opportunity to express their views and concerns in a neutral environment. I, in turn provide feedback and help to clarify the issues.
Family Therapist
Mary Lou Lyon, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
6723 Whittier Avenue, Suite 406, McLean, Virginia 22101 | 703-963-6301
If your family is experiencing conflict and misunderstanding, I can help. By sitting down together, learning to listen to one another and allowing me to help you sort out your differences, you can begin to relate to one another in a new way. My goal is to provide a calm and safe environment where each family member expresses his or her point of view and conflicts are resolved through understanding and consensus.
Family Therapist
Antonio Kallungal, LMHP-R
Pre-Licensed Clinician
Falls Church, Virginia 22042 | 202-643-6857
Families can be a great source of comfort and security, however can also become a great source of distress. Whether its family members feeling attacked, family members not getting along, or family members just not communicating, all families experience conflict sooner or later. My goal in family therapy is to help family members learn to break down barriers in communication and develop a genuine sense of love and support for one another.
Family Therapist
Ken Newberger, Ph.D., Th.M.
Conflict Resolution Specialist
11704 Bowman Green Dr., Reston, Virginia 20190 | 703-483-0031
Said one grieving mother, "Being estranged from your children and grandchildren is harder than surviving suicide. It's like experiencing a funeral, but they are not dead." Said another, "Many of my friends are excitedly anticipating visits from their relatives. They are shopping for them, planning meals and activities. I am truly happy for them. I want the same for myself, but I can't have it..." I work with parents and their adult children who have become estranged. My goal is to bring about reconciliation. If you have a need in this area, please feel free to call me to discuss your situation.
Family Therapist
Carlos Durana, Ph.D.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Licensed Professional Counselor
11250 Roger Bacon Drive, Atrium #5, Suite 1A, Reston, Virginia 20190 | 703-716-0906
The focus of my family therapy work is the family as a whole. Working on the relationship between family members is more effective than just treating the person that is supposed to be in need of treatment. From my perspective, family therapy work sees individuals in relationships to others. As a result, the attention shifts from the symptomatic individual and problem is seen as the family as a whole. The goal of my family therapy work is to help establish a “functional family” – one in which needs and the desired goals of closeness, identity, self-expression, and meaning are met.
Family Therapist
Linda Ritchie, Ph.D.
Licensed Professional Counselor/Marriage & Family Therapist
3025 Hamaker Court Suite 290, Fairfax, Virginia 22031 | 703-437-6311
Typically, family therapy will bring the entire family together in therapy sessions. However, it may be that individuals in the family also see the therapist alone. There may also be times when individuals who are not a member of the family (such as a teacher or school counselor) participate in a therapy session with the family if their participation would be of benefit to the family. We can help your family learn how to better solve problems and how to better express thoughts and feelings. In family therapy, family members will learn about family roles and rules. Family members will examine behavior patterns and learn to identify issues that cause conflict.
Family Therapist
Emily Racic, PhD
Life Coach, Relationship Coach, Former Couple and Family Therapist
6931 Arlington Rd, Ste 440, Bethesda, Maryland 20814 | (240) 424-5328
As a new mom myself, I know how challenging the adjustment to parenthood can be. No matter the age of your children, family therapy is a helpful way for each member to express their concerns and learn to work together toward common goals. Parents will leave feeling more united as a team, and children/teens will leave feeling understood and loved. Family therapy is also beneficial for siblings and extended relatives.
Family Therapist
Dr. Thomas Luttrell, PhD, LCMFT, LMFT
Licensed Clinical Marriage & Family Therapist and Professional Coach
7201 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 440, Bethesda, Maryland 20814 | (240) 342-6338
In addition to marriage counseling, I have also helped with parenting issues, relationships between aging parents and their adult children, as well as between twins (I'm a twin). I see family conflict as normal and inevitable part of a growing and changing family. The key is how we communicate and resolve our tensions. Using Bowen family systems and emotionally-focused family therapy, I facilitate safe and open communication while being sensitive to the family hierarchy.
Family Therapist
Keith Miller & Associates Counseling
Psychotherapists, Psychiatrist, and Couples Counselors
8120 Woodmont Avenue, #205, Bethesda, Maryland 20814 | 202-629-1949
Family therapy can bring momentous relief to the daily battles that leave parents and children worn down and over-reactive. Finding the right family therapist makes all the difference and it is important to find someone with experience. Our family therapists are glad to offer a free consultation to you to speak about your concerns. Your experience with a family counselor will be a tremendous benefit.
Family Therapist
Anita Gadhia-Smith, PsyD, LCSW-C, LICSW
Psychotherapist
4800 Hampden Lane, Suite 200, Bethesda, Maryland 20814 | 202-342-1762
Through family counseling, you can understand family dynamics that have impacted all of your relationships. Our families-of-origin are the training ground for our life skills. Communication skills are one example and are learned in our families; they can be relearned in therapy. Through various therapeutic approaches and techniques, I will assist you in creating a more loving and harmonious family system.
Family Therapist
Amy Wagner, LMFT, LMHC
Relationship and Trauma Therapist/EMDR Consultant/Business Coach - Licensed in Virginia and Florida
714 Pine Street, Herndon, Virginia 20170 | 407-488-9043
As a family therapist, I view most experiences through the lens of the systems we live our lives in. Healthy relationships are at the heart of a joyful life and living life to the fullest. When we all work together with your family, we will embrace, explore and celebrate the unique qualities that makes your family a place that can become a safe have for all. Raising a family can brings abundant gifts and challenges. In our time together, we'll use EMDR, Family Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy and Expressive Arts to cut through the conflict and challenges. I look forward to helping your family find its stride again.
22103 is a zip code located in Fairfax County and part of West McLean, Virginia.