In-Person Therapy in Herndon, Virginia
A real room, a door that closes, and an hour that belongs to you. NOVA Mental Health Counseling sees teens, adults, and families face to face at our office in the serene SugarOak Office Retreat across from the Reston Town Center in Herndon, Virginia. People living or working in Reston, Sterling, Oak Hill, Chantilly, Great Falls, and Ashburn, and Leesburg, with easy access from the Dulles Toll Road and Fairfax County Parkway.
Takes about two minutes. No commitment. We reply within one business day.
Why people choose to come in
Sometimes it helps to leave the house
Counseling asks you to say things out loud that you may not have said anywhere else. For a lot of people, that is easier in a space set aside for it than at the kitchen table or in a parked car. Coming to the office gives the conversation a beginning, an end, and a drive home to think.
People often choose in-person counseling when:
Home is busy, shared, or not private enough to talk freely
Screens are already most of the work or school day
A teen opens up more away from their bedroom and their phone
A family wants everyone in the same room, hearing the same thing
The drive there and back is useful time to settle in and wind down
Sitting across from someone simply feels more natural
What we offer in the office
Our team offers individual counseling for teens, young adults, and adults of every age, along with family counseling for any group of people trying to understand each other better.
Sessions are shaped around what you bring in: a few visits to work through one thing, or longer-term support for whatever has been building. We are direct, we are kind, and we will tell you if we think another kind of care would serve you better.
THE FIRST STEPS
Free 20-minute consultation
A short conversation about what is going on and what you are looking for. No cost and no commitment.
Pick a time to come in
We find an in-person appointment that fits your schedule, including evening and weekend times. Paperwork is done online before you arrive.
Walk in and get started
Come up to the second floor at 443B Carlisle Drive. Have a seat in our waiting room and your counselor will come greet you at the start time of your session.
Finding us
Address: We are located at 443B Carlisle Drive, 2nd Floor in Herndon, Virginia.
Hours: We work by appointment only which allows us to have a very flexible schedule to see you, including nights and weekends.
Parking: Ample parking is available directly in front of our building.
Getting Upstairs: The entrance is on the left side of building. Please note there is no elevator. If stairs are a barrier, please inform us during your consultation and we will discuss alternative options.
Landmarks: We are hidden within a tree line but are located across Fairfax County Parkway from the Reston Town Center.
Frequently Asked Questions
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We have several in person openings available throughout the week. The fastest way to find out what works for you is to request a consultation by filling out the form below.
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Absolutely. We have a spacious waiting room for you to stay while your child is in their therapy session.
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While we do have a 24 hour cancelation policy, we also understand that sometimes things happen outside of our control.
Your counselor will contact you in the event our office is closed due to weather conditions.
If you feel as though you should not come in person due to sickness, weather, or otherwise, we can always switch to a one-off Telehealth session, or you can work with your counselor on finding the next best available time to meet.
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20 minute consultations are free to ensure we are what you are looking for. Session rates vary by counselor, see their rates in their profiles linked below.
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No. We see clients by appointment only.
If you or someone with you is in immediate danger, call 911. You can call or text 988 at any time to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.
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We’re out-of-network, and we provide superbills so you can request reimbursement from your insurance company. Reimbursement varies by plan, so ask your provider today what your out-of-network mental health benefits cover.
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Right now! Reach out today by filling out the form below and we will contact you asap to set up your consultation.
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Reach out today by filling out the form below and we will contact you asap to set up your consultation. We aim to respond quickly—usually within one business day.
Work with Us
Sydney Jenish, Resident in Counseling
Identity Issues
Over Thinkers
Self-Critics
Chronic Illness
Teens 14+
Evening and Weekend Availability
Karina Garcia, Resident in Counseling
Trauma-focused
Immigration
Intergenerational Culture Issues
Cultural Identity Issues
Domestic Violence
In English or Spanish
Blake McDonald, M.Ed.
People Pleasing
ADHD
Focusing
Emotional Regulation
Self Worth
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