Emotionally Focused (EFT) Therapists in Virginia

Hello, I’m Dr. ‘O’ Kem Olawuyi, DNP, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC/FNP-BC. With nearly a decade of experience, I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner licensed to practice in Virginia, Maryland, and West Virginia. I am passionate about providing evidence-based, compassionate care to individuals navigating mental health challenges. I specialize in diagnosing and treating ADHD and related conditions, focusing on creating personalized, patient-centered care plans. My expertise includes tailored medication management, advanced psychological testing using innovative techniques, and integrated treatment plans that combine medication with psychotherapy to ensure holistic care. I am committed to accessibility, offering telehealth options to meet patients where they are, both physically and emotionally. My practice emphasizes collaboration with other mental health professionals, fostering a team-based approach to optimize outcomes. By prioritizing open communication and a strengths-based approach, I work closely with each patient to empower them, enhance their emotional well-being, and achieve their mental health goals. My goal is to create a supportive and nurturing environment where patients feel heard, valued, and motivated to thrive. I look forward to working with you on your journey to better mental health. Treatment Philosophy: I believe in a patient-centered approach that blends medication management with a variety of psychotherapy techniques to support mental well-being. By leveraging strengths-based strategies such as the VIA Character Strengths Survey, mindfulness practices, gratitude exercises, and guided imagery, I help patients cultivate a positive mindset and emotional resilience. For ADHD and related conditions, I focus on tailored medication management, advanced psychological testing, and collaborative care to achieve optimal outcomes. Specialties & Conditions: Mental Health Psychiatry Adolescent Medicine Addiction ADHD Anxiety Behavioural Therapy Bipolar disorders Depression Eating disorders Growth evaluation Mental health Mood disorders OCD Personality disorders PTSD Puberty concerns Schizophrenia Substance abuse Trauma and PTSD Treatment approach: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy(CBT) Culturally Sensitive Emotionally Focused Mindfulness-Based(MBCT) Person-Focused Insurance: Aetna Ambetter Anthem BHS | Behavioral Health Systems Blue Cross Blue Shield Cigna Health Alliance Humana Kaiser Permanente Medicaid Medicare Molina Healthcare Optum Oscar Health Peak Health Sentara Health UnitedHealthcare

Hi, I'm Michelle Gorden, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia and a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I am currently training in Gottman Method for couples. I specialize in treating mood disorders, trauma, and PTSD. My background is diverse and supports my ability to help my clients reach their highest potential. Welcome to NOVA Clinical Counseling, LLC, your trusted destination for online psychotherapy. We understand that your mental well-being is of utmost importance, and we are dedicated to providing you with professional and compassionate support on your journey toward healing and personal growth. At NOVA Clinical Counseling, LLC, we prioritize a client-centered approach, meaning that we collaborate with you to create a treatment plan that suits your specific goals and aspirations. Our therapists draw from a range of evidence-based therapeutic modalities, incorporating techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based interventions, psychodynamic therapy, and more. Through this integrative approach, we aim to empower you with practical tools and insights to foster lasting positive change.

Hello and bienvenue! I work with a diverse clientele and specialize in providing social justice oriented psychotherapy to people of color, as well as members of LGBTQIA+ communities. I provide culturally responsive therapy, which focuses on the strengths that you already have. I tend to use an Interpersonal Process theoretical approach (IPT) as well as a cognitive-behavioral theoretical approach (CBT) while also paying attention to your environment and access to social support. I work with you to build a safe space where you can share your experiences without the fear of being judged, and where you can focus on becoming clear about what you want, and how you want to go about making that happen. I believe that it is important to build a strong therapeutic relationship, as well as paying close attention to what is happening for you in-the-moment. I find it helpful to work to understand the different values and beliefs that we bring into the room, and how these worldviews might affect our interactions with each other. Understanding how your thoughts are related to your behaviors can empower and help you to actively account for your reality. You can use this insight to make the changes that will be necessary to live life more healthily.

Are the stresses of your life becoming overwhelming? Do you find yourself struggling with anxiety, low motivation, an inability to engage with others, or an unexpected curveball? Major life changes can lead to feelings of numbness, stress, anxiety, and being overwhelmed. Together we will navigate how to meet your unique needs and develop a healthy and positive sense of self to accomplish your personal goals. Not only will you be able to talk about what's bothering you but it's also important to know what to do about it! I will help you manage your stressors by teaching coping skills and relaxation techniques that are individualized and evidence-based approaches. I have a Doctor of Social Work (DSW) from Rutgers University and a Master of Social Work degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I am an empathic, compassionate, and genuinely invested clinician who wants to empower you to regain a sense of well-being. I have over 20 years of experience working as a social worker. I offer individual counseling for adolescents to adults starting at age 14+. I work with clients struggling with career burnout, self-esteem, anxiety, grief/loss, family conflict, stress, maternal mental health, and mood regulation. I also work with caregivers who are using Maudsley FBT therapy with their adolescents experiencing an eating disorder. ​

Recognizing that things need to change is a good thing. It's usually the first step toward making improvements in our lives. I'm here to help you make things more manageable and to help you increase you satisfaction in life. Reaching out for help might be difficult and somewhat scary but it doesn’t have to be. My style of counseling is laid back, non-judgmental and accepting. Once we get started the initial anxiety of getting setup will ease and we can start working toward the goals that you have in mind or that I can help you find.

Sunstone Counseling is a practice of 70+ dedicated mental health professionals providing counseling and therapy to children, adolescents, adults, couples and families throughout Virginia. We offer a wide range of counseling services for all ages and stages of life at our convenient office locations in Falls Church, McLean, Alexandria, Ashburn, Richmond and online. Sunstone offers safe and confidential therapy and counseling services that are innovative, evidence-based, and personalized. The team of counselors at Sunstone can help build skills, address conflict, overcome challenges and achieve personal growth for better relationships and a healthier mindset. We are open 7 days a week, with early morning to late evening appointments. If you are seeking therapy or counseling services, we likely have a counselor that can help you. Visit our website www.sunstonecounselors.com to learn more about Sunstones' team of counselors. For appointments or questions call (703) 534-5100 or email [email protected].

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Many of my clients come to me feeling alone, unfulfilled, and wanting something different out of their relationships. They are often feeling burnt out, struggling with impulsivity & procrastination, feeling “not good enough,” holding themselves to unrealistic standards, feeling weighed down by what’s happening in the world, repeating the same unhealthy relationship patterns again and again, and confused about who they are after spending so much time trying to be something else for other people.

I am a bilingual (English and Spanish) Licensed Professional, a Nationally Certified Counselor and a Certified Traumatologist who specializes in trauma, mood and anxiety disorders, PTSD, relationship, multiculticultural issues and problems associated with emotional and physical abuse.

Hayley Dodd is a Licensed Mental Health Therapist with extensive experience working with teenagers and adults in both private and non-profit sectors of the mental health field. She specializes in working with clients coping with trauma, issues of loss and change, anxiety, depression, and the essential human tasks of: self-development, growth in relationships, and discovering meaning and purpose. Hayley uses a holistic blend of clinical interventions that incorporate the mind-body connection to help client’s achieve wellness, self-empowerment, and integration of past experiences with present issues and future goals. She can also assist clients in learning practical tools to cope with day-to-day stressors via mindfulness and somatic practices, as well as C.B.T. and D.B.T. techniques. Hayley views the therapeutic relationship as a safe, supportive, and collaborative experience. This foundation allows clients a more in-depth experience with themselves, and their unique path of change, healing, and growth.