Trauma and PTSD Therapy in Virginia
Trauma-informed counseling for what happened and what it left behind. You set the pace. Virtually across Virginia and in-person in Northern Virginia.
Takes about two minutes. No commitment. We reply within one business day.
Free 20-minute consultation
In-person in Herndon or Telehealth across Virginia
Walking and outdoor sessions available
Integrative Care
Trauma is what happens inside you afterward
Trauma isn't only combat or catastrophe. It's any experience that overwhelmed your ability to cope, and whose effects are still with you.
People often come to counseling for:
Nightmares, flashbacks, or intrusive memories
Feeling constantly on edge, startling easily, or being unable to relax
Avoiding people, places, or topics that bring it back
Numbness, detachment, or feeling like you're watching your life from outside
Childhood experiences that still shape how you trust, love, and react
A single event, such as an accident, assault, medical crisis, or sudden loss
Trauma that happened long ago and resurfaced recently
Safety first, then processing, at your speed
We use trauma-focused approaches with research support, including EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) [limited availability], trauma-focused CBT, and DBT skills for grounding and stabilization. Work begins with safety and coping, not with retelling what happened. You never have to describe anything in detail before you're ready, and some approaches don't require you to describe it in detail at all.
Frequently Asked Questions
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No. Many people with trauma don't meet full criteria and still benefit enormously.
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Not until you're ready, and not necessarily in detail. We'll explain the options on the consultation call.
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We have a dedicated page for survivors with additional privacy and safety information. Either page reaches us.
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We can't promise perfection, but you're welcome to use the free consultation to ask anything, including how we handle identity, pronouns, and mistakes. If it doesn't feel right, you're free to walk away.
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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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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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Collaborative, honest, and straightforward. We're here to guide the process, bring ideas to the table, and keep things moving. Click here or scroll down to learn more.
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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
In Person availability