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
Reach out to schedule a free consultation to see how I can support you or your child or scroll below to explore the website for more information.
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 in Herndon | Reston
Nurturing Mothers, Supporting Children
Why Work With Me?
Finding the right therapist shouldn't feel like adding another rigid chore to your to-do list. Here is what you can expect when we work together:
Deep, Proven Experience: I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 15 years of experience spanning both K-12 school counseling and private practice. I know child development inside and out, and I understand the intense pressure families face today.
Built on Trust: You don’t have to just take my word for it- nearly half of my clients come to my practice as direct recommendations from current or former clients who found real relief here.
Down-to-Earth & Real: I don't sit silently with a clipboard. Our sessions are a real, human conversation. I provide a completely judgment-free space where you can vent honestly, drop the armor, and just be yourself.
Practical, Real-World Strategies: We focus on the exact challenges you are facing right now. My approach uses developmentally sound, research-backed strategies designed to make progress right away, giving you practical tools for modern life.
Individual Counseling Session, 90 minutes- $275