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Welcome to
Counseling With Ellie
“Everything can be taken from a man but... the last of the human freedoms - to choose one’s attitude in any given set of circumstances.” ~ Victor Frankl
About Ellie
A Licensed Professional Here to Guide You
I received my BS in Biological Sciences from Rutgers University in New Jersey. Afterwards, I taught high school biology for 3-years where I learned a great deal about the intricacies of school systems and student performance. My experiences there taught me about the impact of mental health and family issues on the well-being of teenagers and propelled me towards a career in counseling. Since graduating from Virginia Tech's, Marriage and Family Therapy program in 2007, I worked as a resident at The Center for Pastoral Counseling and as a home-based counselor with National Counseling Group. Those experiences expanded my understanding of the connections between body, mind and spirit, and the complexities of helping families while working with government institutions.
Since 2011, I have been privileged to work in group practices that honed my skills as a counselor and provided specialized mental health services to children/teens, families, and couples overcoming anxiety, depression, mood issues, infidelity, communication difficulties, ADD/ADHD, and traumatic life experiences. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, your issues are viewed in the context of family and societal systems that have shaped and continue to impact you.
All About Therapy
According to the American Psychological Association, “Psychologists help people of all ages live happier, healthier and more productive lives.” Through the use of various psychotherapy methods and collaborative treatment measures, my patients develop life-changing habits to help them cope with all of life’s various obstacles. My therapy sessions are designed to unravel difficult issues and provide patients with effective tools to help them heal, be more authentic and connected to others.
Couples Therapy
In my therapy sessions, we’ll work on how to better manage conflicts, change unhelpful thinking and patterns of interaction. I will coach you on ways to strengthen your communication and connect on a deeper level. You’ll walk out of my personalized Couples Therapy sessions feeling stronger than ever before. Contact me today see what I have to offer.
Family Therapy
If you’re looking for quality Family Therapy sessions with a licensed expert that cares - then you’ve definitely come to the right place. In my sessions, I guide families on using their strengths and resources to help them develop healthier approaches towards all of life’s most complex matters. Schedule an appointment today and see what I can do for you.
Individual Therapy
Feeling a bit down lately and nothing seems to lift your spirits? It might be time to seek help from a licensed professional. In Individual Therapy sessions, I will help you “re-frame” your thinking and provide you with valuable tools to cope with life’s obstacles. You will learn ways to rewire your brain to change longstanding issues. Contact me today and allow me to help you see everything that life has to offer.
Contact Me
43676 Trade Center Pl, Ste 135
Sterling, VA 20166
USA
703-495-3203
