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There is hope in every situation and when there is no open door you can always find a window.
Letizia Fariss is a Resident in Counseling with 10 years of experience in nursing. Letizia has a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University. Through nursing, she has cared for people with mental health issues including PTSD, addictions, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, dementia, Alzheimer’s, and palliative and hospice care. Letizia has lived in and traveled to many European and Middle Eastern countries, which means that she’s seen a wide variety of cultures and ethnicities. As a result, she knows that everyone has varying beliefs and values and appreciates that uniqueness.
Letizia is also the wife of an Army veteran and everyone in her family has served or is still serving on active duty. As a result, she is very skilled at handling stressful situations, especially trauma and PTSD. Her personal experiences, coupled with her professional training in trauma, enable her to provide the needed support to her clients.
Letizia has endured many unique and difficult hardships that have equipped her to show profound compassion to her clients and empower them to overcome the challenges of life.
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I understand that it can be a difficult decision to seek medication for mental health concerns, and I consider it a privilege to w...
I understand that it can be a difficult decision to seek medication for mental health concerns, and I consider it a privilege to work with every client as we navigate the ups and downs of life together.
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with 8 years of experience providing psychiatric care. My background includes inpatient and outpatient behavioral health care, as well as experience working with geriatric patients in long-term care settings. I specialize in medication management and support individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, personality disorders, and autism. I also work with clients navigating substance use, trauma, parenting challenges, caregiver burnout, and major life stressors. My goal is to create a supportive environment where clients feel heard and understood.
I earned my master’s in nursing from Shenandoah University. I provide psychiatric evaluations and medication management through both in-person and telehealth visits, while taking a holistic approach that considers medical, lifestyle, and emotional factors that may influence mental health.
I believe the best outcomes occur when clients feel supported and actively involved in their care. Whether you are beginning your mental health journey or seeking ongoing medication management, I strive to provide compassionate, collaborative care that helps you move toward improved well-being and stability.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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Addiction counseling therapists at Thriveworks in Alexandria, VA can help people manage their urges to use the substance or engage in the activity they’re addicted to. In addition, it can help people manage the challenges that stem from their addiction, from relationship issues to problems at work, as well as those whose addiction may stem from issues like trauma.
Addiction counseling at Thriveworks in Alexandria, VA works by helping one understand the underlying causes of their addiction, teaching them coping strategies, and recognizing their specific triggers. Long-term or ongoing addiction counseling can also help to prevent relapse.
Addiction counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The length of addiction counseling depends on the individual’s needs, the extent and severity of their addiction, and the problems that might stem from it. That said, people can make meaningful progress in addiction counseling in the first weeks to months.
There are skilled, experienced addiction counselors at Thriveworks Alexandria who can help you with your addiction. They can help you manage your symptoms, fight through withdrawal, and ultimately live a happier, healthier life on the other side of your addiction. If you’re interested in working through an addiction counselor or psychologist, reach out to Thriveworks Alexandria. We’re ready to help.
The emotional, behavioral, and physical signs of addiction can include:
1. Emotional signs of addiction
2. Behavioral signs of addiction
3. Physical signs of addiction
Do any of these signs of addiction sound familiar to you? They might introduce you to a tough reality that is realizing you have a potential problem. If you’re unsure if you have an addiction or just a bad habit, an addiction counselor at Thriveworks Alexandria can help you distinguish the difference. They can also help you to manage the symptoms we listed above.
An addiction counselor or psychologist at Thriveworks Alexandria can help you manage and recover from your addiction. If you are ready to schedule an appointment, give us a call at (703) 348-3059. A scheduling specialist will help you do so in a timely manner. Additionally, you’ll be given flexible scheduling options, including evening and weekend sessions.
Are you ready to start your addiction counseling journey? We are too. Call us today to get started.
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Alexandria is located near Colvin St and Duke St, off I-395. It is close to the Bishop Ireton High School and just around the corner from the African American Heritage Park.
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