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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...
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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 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!
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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.
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Christian counseling in Reston is a form of faith-based counseling that utilizes psychological and spiritual techniques to guide and support. Often, Christian counselors often incorporate prayer and scripture-reading into treatment to help practicing Christians work through their challenges.
Christian counseling works by focusing on themes of hope and healing through one’s faith. At Thriveworks, your Christian counselor will discuss Christian values and relate them to your unique struggles. You can expect to discuss the following with them:
Christian counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and via Online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
Christian counseling can last for a few weeks, months, or longer. It depends on what challenges the client might be working through, the severity of those challenges, as well as other needs or preferences.
There are times when we fall out of line with our faith. We’re only human—we encounter challenges, like a disagreement with our partner that threatens to derail our relationship, or financial stress that doesn’t appear to have a solution. These challenges are varied and aplenty. Fortunately, Christian counselors understand this fact about life well! More importantly, they know how to help you work through the challenges in front of you, while also guiding you back to your faith. In assisting you with life’s obstacles, they will help you to strengthen your relationship with God.
If you think that you could use a little help in working through stressors, relationship issues, or other life challenges, and you prefer the assistance of someone who shares in your Christian faith, consider working with a Christian counselor. The Christian counselors at Thriveworks Reston in Fairfax are here and hopeful to meet you! They will use their Christian faith, paired with their professional skills and knowledge, to help you work through the challenges that are stunting your happiness and/or relationship with God. To schedule your first session with one of our Christian counselors, just call (703) 635-3514.
Christian counseling, otherwise known as biblical counseling or therapy, uses both lessons from the Christian faith and science-backed therapeutic practices to help people heal, grow, and live better. The ultimate goal of Christian counseling is to guide people in making beneficial changes that will help them live a happier, more successful life as God’s child. This approach to counseling utilizes lessons narrated in the bible as well as scripture, to complement and enhance psychological treatment.
When met with overwhelming, stressful, painful, or otherwise difficult scenarios, we can find help and healing in our Christian faith. Multiple studies show that leaning on one’s faith during tough times can help them to stay strong and maintain their wellbeing. For example, when we experience a heartbreaking loss, such as the death of a loved one; or, when we feel burnt out at our job. This list could go on, but the takeaway is this: Christian counseling can help guide followers of the Christian faith, as they work through their life challenges.
As we stated previously, the primary goal in Christian counseling is to assist people with tackling challenges in their life and making beneficial changes that will improve their health, happiness, and/or success. Now, the more specific goals do vary from person to person, as they depend on what you are going through right now and which areas of your life you need help in. That said, here are some common goals that our Christian counselors have helped their clients achieve:
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Is stress taking over your life? Has a loved one passed? If you’re working through a particularly tough time, know that you don’t have to go through it alone. Mental health professionals dedicate their lives to helping people manage these tough times and all of the challenges that they encounter. If you’d like your counselor to incorporate teachings from the Bible or other Christian practices into treatment, consider working with one of our Christian counselors.
To schedule a Christian counseling appointment at Thriveworks Reston, just call (703) 635-3514. We’ll get you set up immediately! Plus, we offer evening and weekend sessions, accept most major insurances, and offer many additional benefits for your utmost convenience.
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