Therapy in Fairfax, VA for Postpartum, Trauma & Anxiety
Telehealth For All Virginia Residents
Mental Health Therapist in Fairfax, VA.
Mental Health Support for Every Stage of Motherhood
You’re Not Alone — And You Don’t Have to Keep Holding It All Together.
You love your baby—but you feel overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected from yourself. Maybe you're trying to hold it all together, while silently struggling inside.
The transition into motherhood can be beautiful, but also incredibly demanding and isolating. As a Perinatal Therapist in Fairfax, VA, I provide postpartum therapy and support for anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD and major life transitions. You deserve support during this time—and you don’t have to do it alone.
At my Fairfax, VA therapy practice, I specialize in providing trauma-informed, evidence-based care for perinatal mental health concerns.
Drawing from modalities like EMDR, CBT, and mindfulness-based interventions, I work collaboratively with each expectant or new mother to address issues such as prenatal/postpartum depression, anxiety, trauma, and perinatal OCD.
My tailored approach ensures you receive the personalized support you need to cultivate emotional wellness, strengthen the mother-baby bond, and feel empowered throughout your parenthood journey.
Therapy Services Offered in Fairfax, VA
Pregnancy & Postpartum Therapy
Pregnancy and motherhood can bring many challenges. I provide specialized care for new & expecting moms in Fairfax, VA dealing with Prenatal Anxiety, Postpartum Depression, Birth Trauma, and the complex emotions that arise during this phase of life. Therapy can help you manage overwhelm, prioritize, rebuild your confidence, feel like yourself again and become the parent you want to be.
Trauma & EMDR Therapy
Traumatic experiences can deeply impact your emotional well-being and relationships. Using CBT & EMDR and other trauma-informed approaches, I help clients in the Fairfax area process and heal from past traumas, including birth trauma, childhood experiences, and other life-altering events.
Together, we'll work to reduce the emotional charge of traumatic memories and restore your sense of safety and empowerment. Trauma Informed Therapy can help you heal and put your past behind.
Anxiety & OCD Therapy
Anxiety can feel overwhelming, whether it's Generalized Anxiety, Panic Attacks, or specific fears or Phobias.
I provide evidence-based anxiety treatment for individuals in Fairfax, VA such as CBT, ERP and Mindfulness. Therapy can help you develop practical coping strategies to overcome fear, feel calm, build your sense of confidence in challenging situations and regain control over your body and your emotional well-being.
Therapy for New Moms & Parents in Fairfax, VA
Parenthood can be deeply meaningful—and incredibly demanding. As roles change and responsibilities grow, it’s common to feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or double-guess yourself. Therapy in Fairfax, VA, can help you slow down, reflect, and build tools that support both your well-being and your family life. In Fairfax, VA, I work supporting parents experiencing different challenges such as:
Feeling confident in your parenting
Anger, & Burnout
Returning to work or staying at home
work/life balance
Toddler behavior management and healthy routines
Pregnancy and Postpartum Specialist
Trauma-Informed & EMDR Therapist
Telehealth services in Fairfax and to all Virginia Residents.
I offer 15-minute free phone consults to discuss your situation and answer questions you might have.
My approach to Therapy in Fairfax, VA
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Perinatal Mental Health Certified Specialist (PMH-C), and EMDR-Trained Therapist,. serving in Fairfax and across Virginia State, I draw from approaches that are research-backed and client-centered, including:
Perinatal Mental Health Support for pregnancy, postpartum, and parenting challenges
EMDR Therapy for trauma healing and emotional regulation
Cognitive and Mindfulness-Based tools to manage anxiety, stress, and intrusive thoughts
Relational and Attachment Focused Therapy to improve connection and communication
How I can help you in Fairfax, VA:
Feel heard & validated
Experience genuine joy and connection with your baby
Stop feeling like you're "failing" at motherhood and feel confident about yourself
Reclaim your identity beyond being a mother
Understand your symptoms and why they occur
Rebuild trust in your body after pregnancy, birth, or trauma
Stop the cycle of intrusive thoughts that keep you awake at night
Become the parent you want to be
Reconnect with your hopes and dreams
You deserve to feel safe, whole, and free to build the life you want — starting now. I'm here to support expectant and new mothers throughout Northern Virginia on their journey toward healing and empowerment.
Telehealth Therapy to all Virginia Residents
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Why Choose Therapy in Fairfax, VA
✔ Experienced and Compassionate Care
With over 14 years of experience as a mental health professional, I specialize in Perinatal Mental Health and Trauma Therapy. As an EMDR-trained therapist, I help you heal, grow, and build resilience through care that’s both evidence-based and genuinely down-to-earth.
✔ Flexible Online Therapy Options
Life can be messy—and that’s okay. Whether you’re in your pajamas, holding your baby, or taking a quiet moment between feedings, online therapy makes it easy to get the support you need, right where you are. No need to commute nor rushing to make it to an appointment.
✔ Easy Scheduling. Access my online calendar and schedule or reschedule your sessions at any time of the day or night.
✔ Accessible Across Virginia
From Fairfax to Richmond, Alexandria, Arlington, or anywhere in the state, you can connect to therapy virtually from the comfort of your home—whether you’re resting in bed, sitting with your baby, or wrapped up in your favorite blanket.
✔ Private Pay for Confidential, Personalized Care
✔ Accepting Insurances. In Virginia, I’m currently INN with Aetna, Kaiser Permanente, Quest Behavioral Health.
Services & Fees
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Initial Phone calls are quick 15-20 minutes calls to make sure we are a good fit, answer some questions you might have and schedule an Intake Appointment.
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Diagnostic Evaluations are when you 1st come in and are usually 60-minutes long. They are longer and more pricey as they involve a lot more data gathering and documentation. Together, we will discuss your presenting problem, your current situation and create a treatment plan and goals that fits your needs.
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Follow-up appointments are 50-minutes regular appointments. Client can choose to schedule them weekly or bi-weekly. Clients can choose a flexible schedule or a regular day and time.
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I am currently In-Network with Kaiser Permanence, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, CareFirst BSBC, Quest Behavioral Health.
I’m also in the process of credentialing with other insurances. Feel free to send me an email if you have any questions.
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Sliding Scale spots available through Open Path Collective.
I always do my best to accommodate clients with no insurance or limited insurance benefits. Don’t hesitate to ask!
FAQs about Therapy in Fairfax, VA
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The 15-minute Initial Phone Call is a quick, no-pressure call so that you can tell me a bit about yourself and your situations. And ask questions you might have. It’s to make sure we are a good fit.
If we decide to move forward, we’ll schedule your 60-minutes Intake Session.
If not, I will provide you with some referrals in the area.
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Paying out-of-pocket puts you in the driver’s seat of your care. You can choose the therapist who truly fits your needs, enjoy flexible scheduling, and focus on your goals—without insurance limits or paperwork. Private pay gives you the freedom to choose healing at your own pace, without anyone else setting the rules.
Private pay therapy gives you full privacy and control—so your healing stays between you and your therapist, no one else. No diagnosis is required, and no record sent to your insurance, keeping your therapy completely private.
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In Virginia I am currently in network with Aetna VA, Quest and Kaiser Permanente & CareFirst BSBC. I will be In-Network with other insurances soon.
Feel free to email me to inquire about other insurances as I get paneled with them.
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We’ll start by schedule an Initial Assessment. This is a 60-minutes session where we’ll talk about your present concerns, family history, goals and preferences. I’ll ask lots of questions.
After that, we will schedule 45-minutes follow up appointments. Depending on your preference, 1 x week or 1 x 2 weeks. You’ll bring the topic and together we will work towards reaching your goals.
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Yes! Online therapy or telehealth has become increasingly popular, specially after the pandemic. It is as effective as in-person therapy and it has the benefit of conveniency and flexibility. You can take your appointment from your home, during lunch break or wherever you are, as long as you are located in Oregon.
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Yes. I currently offer Therapy services via secure Telehealth to Fairfax Residents and all Virginia Residents.
Telehealth has proven to be an effective ways for most of my new and expecting moms to access care from the comfort of their homes and without having to commute and/or arrange for childcare.
Contact Me
Feel free to call me, email me or book a Free 15-minutes consultation.
Phone: (971) 456-4354