Find a therapist, counselor or psychologist in McLean, VA

"As a queer and disabled person of color, I strive to utilize integrative, intersectional, holistic, and non-western frameworks in an approach to therapy that balances both safety and challenge."

Sindhu Elagandhala (they/them & she/her) is a Resident in Counseling (RIC) working towards licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). They have years of experience and are passionate in working with clients navigating comorbidities of mood, anxiety, personality, and trauma disorders as well as those seeking to integrate neurotypes such as ADHD and autism. They work with adults, couples, and families who are motivated for the work of therapy.

Sindhu completed their Master's degree (MA) and Education Specialist (Ed.S) degrees at James Madison University in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. They engage in creative therapies that primarily utilize tools from emotion-focused therapy (EFT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), internal family systems (IFS), trauma-informed therapy (TIF), and attachment-based (ABT) frameworks.

Individual experiences, trauma, identity, relationships, neurobiology, meaning-making, and overarching systems all shape identities and the ways that we move through the world. Sindhu believes that therapy is the process of understanding these factors that leads us towards a path of change. Navigating your mental health is not something that you have to do alone. The journey and struggles are complex and it is an honor to be invited to join you on that path. If you are ready to do the work, schedule an appointment with Sindhu today.

"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!

Kamillah Gray is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Virginia who has more than 4 years of experience working with adolescents and young adults who are seeking help in coping with depression, anxiety, life transitions, and LGBTQIA+ issues. 

She completed her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Christopher Newport University and received her Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Colorado Colorado Springs. Kamillah works from a person-centered foundation while utilizing cognitive behavioral (CBT), dialectical behavioral (DBT), solutions-focused (SFT), and mindfulness techniques to meet the needs of each client. 

Kamillah believes that the relationship with the client is the most important part of the process. She'll work to build a genuine, empathetic, and warm connection with you in order to help you build on your current strengths and guide you toward your goals.

Erica is licensed in the state of Virginia as a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Licensed Addictions Treatment Practitioner, and a Board Certified Art Therapist. She has an extensive history of working with clients suffering from co-occurring disorders. Erica feels that the therapeutic value of art has the opportunity to heal, empower and engage those isolated due to their addiction, depression, anxiety, fears, anger, and pain.

Erica received her Master's degree in Art Therapy from George Washington University, with a focus on Trauma-Informed Care. Erica believes whole-heartedly in the healing power of creativity, incorporating both integrative and cognitive approaches to foster growth and empower clients towards obtaining their goals set forth in therapy. Her nurturing spirit helps clients discover their true potential. 

Utilizing an integrative approach that implements CBT, DBT, positive psychology, and person-centered care enables Erica to maximize the therapeutic value of an integrated approach to heal, empower, and engage those isolated by their addiction, depression, anxiety, fears, and self script to provide innovative therapy for her clients.

Jocelyn Jones is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LCP) with more than 20 years of professional experience working together with children, teens, adults, and seniors. She specializes in treating mood disorders, substance abuse, anxiety and trauma, abuse and neglect, cognitive distortions, divorce, grief and loss, behavioral disorders (ADHD, ODD, Conduct, delinquency) and is developing a special niche for biracial clients and their sensitive cultural concerns. 

She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from James Madison University and her Master’s Degree in Community Counseling from George Washington University. Jocelyn is trained and practiced in motivational interviewing, as well as person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-focused cognitive behavioral (TFCBT) methods, and brief strategic family therapies (BSFT).

Jocelyn brings a sense of calm and empathy to each session and ensures that her clients are heard. She is a firm believer in allowing the client to determine the goals of therapy and setting benchmarks to review progress. Work together with her to achieve your goals with newfound confidence and support.