Support for the Mother. Strength for the Child.
A calmer, more grounded family starts here
Therapy for Emotional, Behavioral, and Parenting Challenges in Reston | Herndon, VA
Specializing in Maternal Mental Health and Child & Adolescent Counseling
I help children thrive by providing them with the tools they need, and mothers thrive by providing the space they deserve.
My approach is family-centered and designed for real life: I help mothers navigate stress and reconnect with themselves, while giving children the tools to build essential skills.
Whether you’re seeking support for your child or yourself, care here is simple, accessible, and made for the realities of modern life. Contact me to set up a free consultation or
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Why you might be here today…
+ You’re Carrying it All+
The invisible, never-ending mental load of work and family life has left you feeling disconnected from yourself and running on empty.
+ You’ve Lost Yourself in the Process+
You love your family deeply, but you are ready to carve out a dedicated space just for you- to breathe, process, and reconnect with your own identity.
+ Your Child is Struggling +
Your child’s emotional world or behavior feels too heavy for them, and you, to handle alone, and you need practical tools that actually work.
+ Survival Mode Has Become the Baseline: +
The daily routine at home feels chaotic or tense, and you are exhausted from just "getting through" the day. You are ready for a calmer, more settled way forward.
What It Feels Like to Work Together
Working with me isn't about adding more to your endless to-do list. It’s a safe, warm space where you can finally:
Drop the heavy armor and release the exhausting pressure of perfectionism.
Take a deep, honest breath without any judgment.
Move out of survival mode and into a place of genuine comfort, confidence, and relief.
Build practical skills and tools that help you or your child confidently handle day-to-day challenges.
Whether we are helping your child find their footing or helping you reclaim your own, you don't have to carry it all alone anymore.
Welcome to a space where you can finally take a breath.
Whether you are feeling completely depleted by the heavy load of motherhood, or your child is struggling and needs the right tools to navigate life, you don't have to carry this alone. Relief is entirely possible for both of you.
Reach out today to schedule a free consultation so we can make progress right away.
Contact Alyssa
Compassionate, relatable counseling in a judgement free setting
My Philosophy
I truly believe motherhood is life’s most beautiful, yet deeply demanding, journey—but you simply cannot pour from an empty cup.
Childhood moves fast, and sometimes the absolute best gift you can give your family is a nourished, grounded mom, alongside the gentle, targeted support your child needs when they are struggling.
Expert Counseling: Nurturing Mothers, Supporting Children
Therapy for Mothers or Therapy for Children
At the heart of this practice is a deep commitment to family centered care, offered through two distinct pathways. Whether you are a mother seeking your own dedicated therapy to navigate the overwhelming weight of burnout, or you are seeking individual child/adolescent therapy to support your youth's emotional and behavioral growth, you will find a space here that truly understands the hidden load you carry. I work with clients individually, meaning your sessions will focus exclusively on your own personal healing as a mom, or exclusively on your child’s therapeutic growth.
I offer a warm, sophisticated, and inclusive environment designed to help you feel deeply understood and completely less alone.
| For Mothers |
We will gently address the foundational dynamics of your life, untangling maternal burnout, navigating major identity shifts, and breaking generational cycles, so you can reclaim a sense of internal stability and presence.
| For Children |
Grounded in a thorough understanding of child development, my approach focuses on teaching children the practical social and behavioral skills they need to thrive. While the therapy itself is dedicated to the child, I work collaboratively with you by providing integrated parenting support, equipping you with the strategies needed to reinforce their progress at home.
No matter which path is right for your family, we will focus on making progress right away, giving you the clarity and tools needed to foster a more grounded household.
Individual Counseling Session, 90 minutes- $275