COUNSELORS

 TITLE: 

Mental Health Therapist   

EDUCATION:

 Bachelors of Arts – Le Moyne College

 Masters of Social Work - The Catholic University of America

CREDENTIALS: 

Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Virginia 

Pupil Personnel Services Certification – VA 

SPECIALTY:

Taylor provides individual therapy primarily to children and teenagers, in addition to working with the parents and families of her clients. She has experience in mental health services across multiple settings and ages, including residential, schools, intensive in-home, and victim assistance services. Taylor uses a strength-based perspective with an emphasis on building positive therapeutic relationships with her clients. Taylor draws from cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, trauma-based practices, and attachment styles based on the needs of the client. Taylor can be reached directly at SamaniukLCSW@gmail.com.

 TITLE:

Mental Health Therapist

EDUCATION:

Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education – Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania  

Master of Social Work – Widener University

CREDENTIALS:

Licensed Clinical Social Worker-VA

SPECIALTY:

Ms. Toland has over 20 years of experience in working with children and adolescents, as prior to becoming a social worker she was an educator in public school systems. Ms. Toland has worked in outpatient mental health and residential facilities. She currently serves as a School Social Worker, providing individual and group counseling as well as case management services to students and families. Ms. Toland enjoys helping clients to reach their unique counseling goals, utilizing approaches in trauma focused cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavioral therapies, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing. Her specialties include women’s issues, depression, anxiety disorders, family/relationship issues, parenting, and grief, loss, and life transitions. Ms. Toland also offers services in English and Spanish. Insurance accepted:  Anthem BCBS, Aetna, Aetna Better Health Medicaid, BCBS Fed Employee Program, CareFirst BCBS, and CareFirst BlueChoice.  Michelle can be reached directly at MichelleTolandLCSW@gmail.com
 

   TITLE:

 Mental Health Therapist

EDUCATION:

Bachelor of Science in Social Work-University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Master's of Science in Medical Social Work-University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Postgraduate Fellowship in End of Life Care-Smith College, Northampton, MA

CREDENTIALS: 

Licensed Clinical Social Worker-VA Licensed Clinical Social Worker-WI

SPECIALTY: 

 I have been practicing as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over 20 years. My areas of expertise include working with clients with a variety of diagnoses, including depression, anxiety, infertility, adoption, life changes and transitions, grief and loss. I have experience and enjoy working with children, teens and adults. I have worked in hospice care, meeting the needs of client's and their families, providing guidance, resources and emotional support along their journey. Empathy, respect and compassion are all at the forefront of my work with client's, with an emphasis on client's strengths and goals. Therapeutic modalities utilized include; solution focused, cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, strengths based and acceptance and commitment therapy. I believe in meeting the client where they are at and tailoring individualized plans of care, to meet each client's goals. In my time as a counselor, I have learned that life experiences are different for everyone and that people cope in different ways during stressful times. My approach to all therapy is to walk beside you, provide active listening, emotional support, and to work with you to achieve your hopes and dreams of becoming the best you. Insurance accepted:  Anthem BCBS, Aetna, Aetna Better Health Medicaid, BCBS Fed Employee Program, CareFirst BCBS, CareFirst BlueChoice, Tricare, and United Healthcare/Optum.  I look forward to helping you soon, and may be reached at  glmcounseling@outlook.com

  TITLE:

Licensed Clinical Psychologist

EDUCATION: 

B.A. in Psychology from The Pennsylvania State University 

B.S. in Human Development & Family Studies from The Pennsylvania State University M.S. in School Psychology from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine 

Ph.D. in School Psychology from Howard University

 APA-accredited internship in Health Services Psychology at Loudoun County Public Schools

CREDENTIALS: 

Licensed Clinical Psychologist in the Commonwealth of Virginia Nationally Certified School Psychologist 

 SPECIALTY: 

Dr. Vyas is a compassionate, culturally competent psychologist, with over 10 years of experience working with children and families. Dr. Vyas specializes in working with children (ages 2 to 17) who have behavioral disorders such as ADHD and ODD, as well as helping children who have difficulties with organization and executive functioning. Dr. Vyas takes a holistic approach to her practice in assessment and therapy and understands that multiple components impact an individual. Though Dr. Vyas primarily takes on a behavioral framework in working with children and families, she understands that “lifestyle factors” are paramount to consider in treating psychiatric disorders. While Dr. Vyas does work directly with the child, a significant portion of treatment consists of working with parents and caregivers, with an emphasis on increasing positive behaviors. Behavior is consistently monitored so that treatment is continually tailored to the child’s needs. Dr. Vyas’ mission is to help children reach their potential and maximize their brain power, as well as educate and empower parents to learn effective parenting skills to increase the parent-child bond. If Dr. Vyas’ mission resonates with you, she can be reached directly at desiree.vyas@gmail.com.
 

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TITLE:

Mental Health Therapist

EDUCATION: 

Bachelors in Sociology/Psychology- Concord University

Masters of Social Work (emphasis in children and families) - Virginia Commonwealth University

CREDENTIALS: 

Licensed Clinical Social Worker – VA

Certified School Social Worker - VA

Pupil Personnel Services Certification - VA

SPECIALTY: 

Parisa has over twelve years of experience working as a therapist in the juvenile court, private practice, and the school system. She works with at-risk youth and adults who may be experiencing chronic pain, life transitions, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and relationship issues. Parisa integrates a variety of therapeutic modalities based on client needs, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, affirming therapy, mindfulness, solution-focused, and strengths-based approaches. Parisa strives to create an environment that provides clients with an opportunity to heal and thrive. She is compassionate and non-judgmental and believes that a trusting therapeutic relationship is essential to the success of clients. Insurance accepted:  Anthem BCBS, Aetna, Aetna Better Health Medicaid, BCBS Fed Employee Program, CareFirst BCBS, CareFirst BlueChoice, and Tricare.  Parisa can be contacted directly at parisa.loudouncounseling@gmail.com.  

TITLE:

Mental Health Therapist 

EDUCATION:

Bachelors in Sociology –Hampton University

Masters of Social Work - Virginia Commonwealth University

CREDENTIALS:

Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Virginia

Pupil Personnel Services Certification – VA

Certified Trainer/Facilitator – International Institute of Restorative Practices (IIRP)

SPECIALTY:

Mr. Madison has over 20 years of counseling and case management experience working in the Juvenile and Circuit Court, residential treatment, and public-school system. Mr. Madison currently works as a Student Assistant Specialist providing prevention services for students and their families. He is a certified Restorative Practice (RP) trainer and facilitator and provides conflict mediation services for students, staff, and parents in Loudoun County. His specialties are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, substance abuse (males or adult females), anger management, adolescent males with anger issues (Oppositional Defiant or Conduct Disorders), and any addiction disorder (sexual, gambling, etc). Insurance accepted:  Anthem BCBS, Aetna, Aetna Better Health Medicaid, BCBS Fed Employee Program, CareFirst BCBS, CareFirst BlueChoice, and Tricare.  Darren can be contacted directly at DarrenMadisonLCC@gmail.com