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Molly Stanley

I utilize multiple modalities within my approach based on each client’s individual needs. These approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, solutions-focused, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), experiential, and client-centered. I have experience working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, ADHD, and substance abuse.

I also have experience working in outpatient substance abuse treatment, within which I focused on sexual health. As a Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional, I find sexual health education to be extremely important and strive to create an open, non-judgemental environment when discussing these topics.

John Backert

When stuck in a fog, it can be hard to find your way out. In today’s society, there is often so much going on that it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by stress. As a therapist, I assist others in the journey of mental health by helping clients find their way through the fog by tapping into their own strengths as well as creating a focus on overall mental wellbeing.

I am motivated by my passion to help others create positive changes in their life. I have been heavily involved the field of mental health for over a decade at a variety of different levels, in addition to having experience with a plethora of various mental health diagnoses. Some of the areas I have extensive experiencing include depression, managing anxiety, grief, and trauma.

Caitlin Strem

As a dedicated counselor, my mission is to use a strengths-based approach, focusing on each person’s unique identity, to help them reach their wellness goals. I have experience working with a diverse range of clients, including children, adolescents, and young adults who face challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions, and conflicts in interpersonal relationships.

Throughout our work together, I will help you identify and build on your existing strengths, develop new coping strategies, and cultivate a greater sense of self-awareness. We will also explore how your relationships and social connections impact your well-being, empowering you to make meaningful changes that lead to a more fulfilling life.

Rebecca Robbins

As a skilled therapist, I am dedicated to helping you change habits to improve your health, build stronger and more satisfying relationships, overcome fears that hold you back, and grow more emotionally resilient. My focus is on assisting you in reconnecting with your true self and healing and strengthening your relationships, all while providing a caring and attentive listening ear to help you achieve optimal contentment and peace of mind.

Throughout my career, I’ve had the pleasure of working with children, adolescents, and adults, as well as couples and families, who have experienced ADHD, anxiety, self-harm, relationship troubles, adjusting to life stressors, divorce, and grief.

Randi Franke

Creating a safe space to explore your concerns is vital for enhancing your mental and emotional health, and I am here to support you through your struggles. Whether you are grappling with gender or sexuality concerns, substance use, anxiety, grief and loss, or major life transitions, my objective is to help you improve your mental and emotional wellbeing.

My experience includes working with individuals living with anxiety, depression, addiction, LGBTQ+ issues, PTSD, trauma, grief and loss, relationship concerns, and life transitions. As a Grief Counseling Specialist, I emphasize a client-centered approach focused on safety and acceptance.

Chris Jones

We specialize in working with teenagers and adolescents, men and men’s issues, foster parents, adoptive parents, and persons who identify as LGBTQIA2+. We also have a passion for working with clinicians and healthcare workers.

Chia-Hua Lu

Chia-Hua is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Clinical Professional Art Therapist. She strives to create a safe space to foster therapeutic relationships through transparent story-telling. In a world full of distractions, her passion is to walk alongside her clients in their search for hope and purpose, setting clear goals in order to assist them to be more present with their loved ones. Chia-Hua primarily provides in-person sessions. If you are located in Maryland you are welcome to attend sessions in-person in Ashburn, or request a virtual appointment.

Chia-Hua believes in the healing power of Christian faith, which is the solid foundation of her world view and her value system. “Life is like a journey. If we have a relationship with the one and true God who will not leave us nor forsake us (Deuteronomy 31:8), we will never be lonely.”

Dushyanthi Niyangoda

Cultivating a deeper level of awareness is key to living in congruence to one’s purpose. I empower clients to be fearless in exploring this metaphysical space, by examining their belief systems and their alignment to core values. My passion is to help clients experience pure-consciousness and self-reflection, as a guide in balancing the demands of society, culture, and family.

Lauren LaPenna

My highest priority is to build a strong rapport with each of my clients. I place a strong emphasis on therapy being a collaborative space where my clients and I can work as a team to maximize their full potential. No matter what you’re going through, my intention is to walk alongside you and help you feel validated, supported, understood, and empowered on your journey towards growth and inner peace.

I offer psychotherapy to clients of all ages with a wide range of presenting concerns, including depression, anxiety, ADHD, grief, relationship concerns, family conflict, anger, and life transitions. Additionally, I am experienced in working with individuals with autism and special needs.

Maria Hudson

Creating a warm, nonjudgmental space is my priority, where you can reconnect with your true self, heal, and strengthen your relationships. As a compassionate and attentive listener, I am committed to helping you achieve optimal contentment and peace of mind throughout our time together.

My customized approach allows clients to feel supported, welcomed, encouraged, and genuinely heard. With extensive experience, I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults, as well as couples and families, who have faced a variety of challenges, including ADHD, anxiety, self-harm, relationship troubles, adjusting to life stressors, divorce, and grief.

Julia Rostkowski

I specialize in a broad spectrum of therapeutic areas including ADHD, adoption, alcohol use, Alzheimer’s, anxiety, behavioral issues, child and adolescent challenges, coping skills, family conflict, grief, peer relationships, relationship issues, school issues, self-esteem, depression, dual diagnosis, stress, and women’s issues, with a strong commitment to the LGBTQ+ community, my approach is deeply rooted in trauma-informed care and child development.

Grace Kane

My goal as your psychotherapist is to engage you in a collaborative process that promotes healing and self-determination. I firmly believe in our innate ability to make changes, love ourselves, and feel empowered. I have experience working with individuals struggling with eating disorders, self-harm, anxiety, and depression. In addition to my expertise in eating disorders, my experience encompasses anxiety, oppression, trauma, grief, social skills, developmental concerns, ADHD, and depression. I enjoy working with children, teens, adults, couples, and families, employing a variety of techniques.

Alexis Horst

I prioritize creating a secure and welcoming space for clients to express their thoughts, while helping them navigate complex thought processes through co-exploration and self-regulation techniques. My experience as a Division I student-athlete has influenced my emphasis on the mental health of athletes across all performance levels. Athletes frequently face substantial pressure to perform, both in competitive settings and life in general, which often leads to their mental health needs being unaddressed. My professional experience extends to areas including anxiety, oppression, trauma, grief, social skills, developmental concerns, ADHD, autism, bipolar disorder, and depression.

Renee Bonifacio Richberg

I am committed to providing a space where my clients can comfortably and freely process their past and present experiences and express themselves without judgment. I believe insight building is the key to self-acceptance through a client-centered, strengths-based, solutions-focused, and holistic approach.

I am certified in the Advanced Treatment of Mood Disorders, a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional. My areas of treatment focus on helping adults who are experiencing challenges with symptoms related to bipolar disorder and other moderate to severe mood disorders; personality disorders; ; and anxiety disorders, including moderate OCD symptoms. I also speak Tagalog (Filipino).

Jeremy Mohler

Maybe you’re struggling with relationship conflict or communication issues. Maybe you’re stressed, anxious, wanting more connection, or feeling stuck with your career. I can help you learn how to confidently navigate your emotions and how your past experiences impact you today.

I can help because I’ve struggled with these things too. Years ago a painful breakup motivated me to go to therapy, which helped so much that I became a therapist. We’ll figure out together how to help you find relief, get unstuck, and create the life, career, or relationship you really want.

I offer individual therapy, men’s groups, and men’s retreats, as well as the email newsletter Make Men Emotional Again.