I am very straight forward but tactful. I like humor and will use it to lessen the intensity if appropriate.

Is anxiety, depression, or a relationship problem your constant companion? I help men, women, and couples discover that change is possible. In a warm and compassionate setting, you can confront challenging obstacles and explore healthy ways to address them. Building on your personal strengths and values, you can learn to change thought patterns and behaviors that get in your way, and discover new ways of relating to yourself, the world around you, and the people in it. If something in your life needs to change and you don't know how to make it happen - please call me - I would love to help you.

I’m a Psychologist who uses a contemporary psychoanalytic approach that looks beneath the surface to understand patterns, emotions, and the deeper story shaping your life. My style is warm, curious, and collaborative. I don’t just listen; I help you connect the dots. Together, we make meaning of your struggles, fostering lasting change, healing, and a more authentic way of living.

Wooni Kim is a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with over 12 years of experience. She specializes in the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, attention-deficit hyperactivity (ADHD), obsessive-compulsive challenges (OCD), posttraumatic stress (PTSD), bipolar condition, and schizophrenia, among others. Wooni has worked in inpatient and outpatient psychiatry, hospice, and home health. She is devoted to evidence-based, holistic care through a compassionate, patient-centered approach.

Understanding the causes of anxiety, depression, and self-doubt by increasing self-awareness is the key to effectively navigating life's challenges. I provide a warm and collaborative interpersonal style focused on open communication and integrity while also challenging you to explore ways to live a more fulfilling life. I work with people of all age ranges but specialize in adults in their 20's and 30's experiencing difficulties with anxiety, depression, professional identity, relationship difficulties, and stress management. I also provide initial face-to-face consultation for no fee prior to beginning therapy. I use a psychodynamic approach focused on understanding how past experiences and relationships influence current difficulties and have been trained in a variety of other therapeutic approaches, including cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, and humanistic. I believe therapy needs be tailored to the unique needs of each person and think it is vital to do so in order to best address each client's difficulties. I do not see people as diagnoses but as unique individuals with a story to tell and different ways to deal with life's challenges. Making the first step towards starting therapy to live a more fulfilling life is often difficult and stressful. I try to decrease this stress by providing a clear process and a transparent discussion of any issues as they arise. While I am not in-network with any insurance providers, I am more than willing to assist you with the process of obtaining out of network reimbursement. Depending on your specific coverage, I would be happy to provide documentation needed to obtain reimbursement or submit claims on your behalf. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions and I wish you the best of luck in this process!!

Adaku Anike is a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). She works with clients ages 14 and up who are dealing with a range of mental health challenges, including depression, anxiety, bipolar diagnosis, posttraumatic stress (PTSD), and schizophrenia. She uses evidence-based practices to create an individualized mental health care plan that meets each person’s needs and supports positive outcomes.

Rolando Liyim is a licensed clinical social worker and a certified financial social worker with 9 years of experience in the mental health field. He works with teens and adults who are facing a wide range of mental health challenges. Rolando specializes in depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship issues, financial challenges, and major life transitions.

Elena Papathanassiou is a Master of Social Work (MSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Virginia who provides therapeutic care to teens and adults seeking help with depression, anxiety, trauma, suicidality, and LGBTQIA+ concerns. She strives to maintain a high level of cultural competency while working with diverse groups of people, with sensitivity to the unique struggles of those with intersecting identities. She completed her Bachelor of Arts at the University of Pittsburgh and her Master of Social Work at Virginia Commonwealth University.

Life can sometimes feel unpredictable. Plans you've made have fallen through, people you've relied on seem to be too busy to help, and everyday tasks keep piling up. My approach to therapy is focused on helping clients create realistic goals that support the lifestyle they desire. Therapy is more than talking; it's an opportunity to process and explore, in a judgment-free space, in order to build upon strengths and identify areas ready for change. I take a collaborative approach, helping you clarify goals, understand what’s getting in the way, and develop meaningful steps toward lasting growth. My focus is to guide you through periods of transition, strengthen your coping skills, and address behaviors that may be holding you back. I have been working from a client-centered, integrative approach for over 20 years. I focus on creating a nonjudgmental and collaborative relationship with my clients that promotes healthy communication and steady progress towards wellness goals. My approach draws from my training in cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and family systems therapy. Together, we can help you gain deeper understanding of yourself and develop the skills you need to improve overall health and wellness.

Lydia Sharp is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) from Virginia, with five years of experience assisting children, adolescents, and adults with issues such as anxiety, depression, attention-deficit hyperactivity (ADHD), mood-related challenges, anger problems, and other complex psychiatric conditions.

Stressed? Overwhelmed? Struggling with making life decisions? Congratulations! You've taken the first step towards seeking change. Listening to intuition and addressing what distresses you is a sign of strength. Respect, empathy, support, active listening, collaboration and confidentiality are a top priority and values that guide my practice. I welcome the opportunity to work with you to uncover your inner strengths and live your life reaching towards your fullest potential. Self-discovery and awareness occur in the context of a working therapeutic relationship; reasons why I feel the fit between therapist and patient is so important. I encourage you to follow your inner voice about what feels right when searching for a therapist. Each patient and couple is unique and therefore I use an individually tailored eclectic and flexible approach integrating techniques from various modalities depending on patients' needs. I encourage individuals and couples to be active participants in their treatment enabling them to explore previously undiscovered aspects of themselves. Within the context of the therapeutic relationship, patients can explore patterns of behavior related to beliefs, attitudes and past experiences. I would be happy to speak with you during a complimentary phone consultation. I warmly welcome your call or email.

Shirley Hudson is a dual board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) who is passionate about providing evidence-based, personalized care to adult clients in Virginia. She began her health care career treating patients in various settings, including spinal cord injury, intensive care, hematology, oncology, and medical-surgical units. As a Christian, Shirley understands there is still a stigma attached to mental health challenges in many churches. She also has a mission to reduce the stigma of psychiatric conditions by educating clients, families, and the community about mental health.