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As a therapist with many years of experience, I have worked with a wide range of people and have the ability to meet clients where...
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As a therapist with many years of experience, I have worked with a wide range of people and have the ability to meet clients where they are. I’ve developed various ways to help those who want to make changes in their lives.
Lilith “Lily” Greenan is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 21 years of experience helping children, families, and adults navigate life’s challenges. She has extensive experience in outpatient care, the child welfare system, and with trauma, substance use, and severe and persistent mental illness. Lily believes in the power of growth and change, meeting clients with compassion, understanding, and practical tools to help them achieve meaningful progress.
Lily received a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University and uses a person-centered approach, drawing on evidence-based practices to empower clients to build resilience and discover new ways to cope. She incorporates psychoeducation, family systems work, and multi-system interventions to improve communication and stability.
Lily believes everyone can overcome difficulties and create a life they desire. She is dedicated to helping clients find strength, improve relationships, and manage challenges with confidence. With her guidance, clients can move toward greater stability, healing, and hope for the future.
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As a survivor of domestic violence, cancer, and family members in active addiction, I understand the importance of having a safe s...
As a survivor of domestic violence, cancer, and family members in active addiction, I understand the importance of having a safe space to share even when it is uncomfortable.
Crystal Chafin is a Resident in Counseling specializing in marriage and family therapy with over 5 years of experience. She assists couples and individuals who have a range of concerns including chronic illness, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, behavioral problems, and substance use disorder. Crystal has experience working with adolescents struggling with gender and sexuality, and with those that have a diagnosis of ADHD and bipolar disorder. She has witnessed firsthand how mental health diagnoses impact the family system and uses that experience to provide a safe space for her clients to share.
Crystal graduated from Capella University with a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy and Addiction Studies. She utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy, Gottman therapy, collaborative therapy, narrative therapy, and mindfulness exercises.
Crystal strives to help others cope with difficult diagnoses and obstacles while creating obtainable therapy goals. She provides a safe space to share feelings, thoughts, and emotions without judgment. Schedule an appointment with her today!
Making the decision to seek therapy is not an easy one. You are not alone and I'd love to be the support you are seeking to improv...
Making the decision to seek therapy is not an easy one. You are not alone and I'd love to be the support you are seeking to improve and create the change you desire for your life.
Ariam I. Peña is a bilingual Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia with 10 years of experience in the Mental Health field. She is passionate about helping adolescents, and adults of all cultural backgrounds address their unique challenges, foster growth, implement positive change, and live more fulfilled lives. Ariam specializes in substance abuse, depression, anxiety, life changes, and relationship issues.
Ariam completed her Bachelors in Psychology from Universidad Interamericana de Puerto Rico in 2007, and her Master of Arts in Community Counseling from Argosy University in 2010. Her therapeutic approach is based on Multicultural Counseling. Being Latina, relocating to a new country, learning and adapting to a new culture coupled with her professional experience enables her to provide the support her clients are seeking. Ariam uses multiple treatment approaches including Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy.
We all go through challenges in our lives and have experienced some big changes in the past few years. Therapy is a safe space to explore how the environment and experiences have impacted our lives no matter how big or small those changes have been. Ariam is confident that she would be able to support you on your personal journey to gain new perspectives and techniques that will allow you to cope with what you may be struggling with. If you are ready to do the work and looking for support on your journey toward growth and healing, schedule an appointment today.
With 4 years of experience with mental health and substance abuse, as well as working with teens both in office and school setting...
With 4 years of experience with mental health and substance abuse, as well as working with teens both in office and school settings, I can work with a multitude of perspectives on life and problem-solving.
Rachel Francis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s in Social Work with 4 years of experience providing therapy in outpatient settings, both in person and via telehealth. Rachel has also worked with youth and families in home-based settings for two years. Her clinical focus includes anxiety, depression, self-harm, and support for the LGBTQ+ community.
Rachel holds a Master’s in Social Work from Western New Mexico University. She uses cognitive behavioral therapy and person-centered therapy to help clients improve communication, build self-esteem, and heal from trauma.She is passionate about helping individuals make meaningful change in their lives and creates a supportive space for clients to feel seen, heard, and empowered.
Mental health care isn’t one-size-fits-all. Rachel tailors treatment to meet your unique needs and goals. You’ll be supported in creating the change you desire at your pace, on your terms. Here, you can expect compassion, collaboration, and the tools to thrive.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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Infidelity counseling is a specialized therapeutic approach designed for couples grappling with the aftermath of one or more partner’s infidelity. It offers a nurturing and non-judgmental environment where both individuals can delve into the underlying reasons behind the breach of trust, openly express their feelings, and collaboratively strive to mend their relationship. The overarching objective of infidelity counseling is to either facilitate a path to reconciliation, should both partners desire it, or guide them through the process of separation or divorce with clarity and empathy.
Infidelity counseling combines various therapeutic techniques, such as individual and couples therapy, cognitive behavioral approaches for changing destructive thought patterns, communication skills training for conflict resolution, Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) to rebuild trust, narrative therapy to reframe relationship narratives, and mindfulness practices for managing intense emotions. These methods work together to foster self-awareness, emotional healing, and the reconstruction of trust, leading to a healthier, more resilient relationship.
Infidelity counseling at Thriveworks Reston, VA is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The number of sessions needed for infidelity counseling can greatly vary based on the specific needs of the individuals or couples involved and the complexity of the issues being addressed. Thriveworks infidelity counseling in Reston, VA typically includes multiple sessions spanning from several weeks to several months, with the exact number of sessions decided in consultation with the therapist while considering the progress made during therapy and the therapeutic goals.
Infidelity forces couples to make difficult decisions about their relationship. Do they divorce? Do they try to reconcile? And a million more. Many people need guidance and support as they heal from adultery. Counseling has guided many couples through infidelity and toward healing, whether healing meant reconciliation or separation.
The Thriveworks Reston, VA counselors understand that healing from adultery is not an easy process, and they have supported and guided many couples through the crisis. If adultery has affected your relationship, reach out to us for help.
Adultery. Infidelity. An affair. Cheating. These words all describe a similar concept: a person broke the rules of a committed and exclusive relationships. The rules may be formalized in a marriage or not. Either way, infidelity brings crisis to a relationship.
Adultery can take many forms. Infidelity can be an emotional affair, a pornography addiction, a long-term extramarital relationship, a one-night stand, and more. Whatever form the infidelity takes, there are a few things that are consistent:
The deep wounds of betrayal require extensive treatment. Healing is possible, but it takes work and time and possibly the support of a professional.
Everyone’s road to recovery is unique because the circumstances of their relationship and of the betrayal are unique. For some couples, the most healthy path forward is a trial separation. For others, it might mean reconciling. For others, healing might look like a divorce. Each couple and each person within the couple has difficulty but important decisions to make after infidelity.
Whatever is decided, an experienced therapist can support the couple and help them meet whatever goals they have set. As couples recover from adultery, therapy may help them…
Is your relationship in crisis because of infidelity? Would you like some support and guidance in the midst of the chaos? Thriveworks Reston has sessions available for infidelity therapy.
We know that you have enough going on in your life without the difficulty of scheduling therapy. Our office wants to make that process as easy as possible. When you call Thriveworks Reston, VA…
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