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As one who has experienced personal trauma, loss, and hardship, I offer an empathetic, nonjudgmental space where you can safely ex...
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As one who has experienced personal trauma, loss, and hardship, I offer an empathetic, nonjudgmental space where you can safely explore your experiences, develop new life skills, and engage in holistic healing.
I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to delivering empathetic, research-driven care to individuals of all ages. I have worked with clients facing a range of mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, PTSD, mood disorders, and other psychiatric conditions. Many individuals seek insight, emotional stability, and actionable strategies to navigate stressors, strengthen relationships, and regain a sense of control. I am particularly committed to empowering clients seeking deeper self-understanding, resilience, and working toward meaningful, lasting change.
My personality style is warm, empathetic, and approachable, creating a safe space where clients feel comfortable being open and honest. I help them feel heard, understood, and empowered. I value authenticity and maintain a nonjudgmental attitude, meeting each person where they are and helping clients build practical skills for lasting growth and healing.
Taking the first step toward mental wellness can feel overwhelming, but you do not have to do it alone. I am here to support you with empathy, understanding, and a commitment to your growth and healing. I encourage you to take the next step and begin your journey toward meaningful change.
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"For lack of guidance a nation falls, but victory is won through many advisers." –Proverbs 11:14...
"For lack of guidance a nation falls, but victory is won through many advisers." –Proverbs 11:14
Blakely Baker is a Resident in Social Work with 2 years of experience helping children, youth, adolescents, adults, and seniors with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, ADD/ADHD, trauma, and substance use. Blakely has spent time working in crisis stabilization and school counseling.
Blakely received her Master of Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University. She uses a variety of clinical approaches that are targeted to client needs such as cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, dialectic behavioral therapy, and solution-focused therapy.
Blakely strives to meet her clients' needs by providing a welcoming, safe, and brave space to process emotions and experiences. She cares deeply about each client's success and works to highlight strengths to overcome challenges. Blakely is ready to help you achieve your goals and conquer your battles.
Hi! I’m a dedicated and compassionate Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, and I’m truly honored to support you on your m...
Hi! I’m a dedicated and compassionate Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, and I’m truly honored to support you on your mental health journey.
Shauna Polen is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 1 year of clinical experience. She is committed to delivering evidence-based, personalized care. Shauna has experience supporting individuals with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and PTSD. Her approach is rooted in clinical expertise and genuine compassion for each person’s mental health journey.
Shauna earned her Master’s in Nursing from Norfolk State University with a focus on psychiatric mental health. She brings a background in clinical and theoretical care and tailors treatment using medication management, psychotherapy, and lifestyle adjustments. Her approach is client-centered and collaborative.
Shauna is passionate about education and advocacy in mental health care. She stays up to date on current research to ensure high-quality treatment. Known for her empathy and dedication, Shauna builds strong, trusting relationships with her clients and provides care that supports healing and long-term wellness.
I am here to support and guide you through your counseling journey and help you achieve your mental health goals....
I am here to support and guide you through your counseling journey and help you achieve your mental health goals.
Rebeccah McCully is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia. She has spent time serving in school-based therapeutic programs, including group counseling, school-based outpatient services, and providing individual therapy. Rebeccah has a special heart for supporting women through life's toughest and most transformative moments. With extensive experience working with mothers facing postpartum depression, infertility, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), she offers empathetic care to help women navigate these challenges. Rebeccah is also skilled in addressing anxiety and depression, providing a safe and comforting space for individuals to explore their feelings and find effective coping strategies. She supports those experiencing infidelity and the pain of betrayal, helping them heal and move forward.
Rebeccah earned her Master’s in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. She uses a holistic and personalized approach to therapy, integrating techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, and faith-based counseling.
Rebeccah's counseling style is characterized by empathy, respect, and collaboration, creating a safe and inclusive space for clients to explore their emotions and experiences. She values cultural sensitivity and strives to ensure that everyone in her practice feels valued and understood. Rebeccah is dedicated to helping her clients find hope, healing, and resilience in their most challenging times.
As one who was born and raised in the Caribbean, I understand the stigma, myth, and taboo associated with mental health, which led...
As one who was born and raised in the Caribbean, I understand the stigma, myth, and taboo associated with mental health, which led me to become a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 12 years of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care to children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in diagnosing and treating mood disorders, anxiety, depression, and trauma-related conditions. My goal is to create a safe, supportive environment that promotes healing, emotional growth, and overall well-being for each client I serve.
I earned my Master’s in Nursing, Leadership, and Management from Walden University. My clinical approach combines medication management, cognitive behavioral strategies, and mindfulness-based interventions to help clients build resilience and restore balance in their daily lives. I strive to empower each person through education and collaboration.
I welcome individuals ready to take the next step toward improved mental health. Whether you’re seeking clarity, stability, or emotional peace, I’m here to listen and guide you through the process. Together, we’ll work toward meaningful change and create a plan that supports long-term wellness and self-confidence.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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Insomnia therapy is a tailored form of treatment that addresses chronic sleep disturbances, which can include problems with falling asleep, staying asleep, or experiencing restorative sleep. The goal of Insomnia therapy is to enhance sleep quality, establish healthy sleep routines, and, in turn, improve an individual’s overall well-being by mitigating and reducing the adverse effects of persistent sleep deprivation.
Insomnia therapy combines therapeutic approaches, with a central focus on cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) to modify sleep-disrupting thoughts and behaviors, integrating techniques like stimulus control, sleep restriction, and relaxation training. Thriveworks Reston therapists will also emphasize sleep hygiene education and may include mindfulness and relaxation exercises to improve sleep quality, equipping individuals with effective strategies to enhance their sleep and overall well-being.
Common symptoms of insomnia include:
Symptoms of insomnia often look different for everyone; however, there are some warning signs that can signal the need for insomnia therapy. These include feeling anxious about bedtime, bedtimes getting later and later, energy peaking at night rather than during the day, and drastic caffeine consumption in order to stay awake.
Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) is one of the most effective forms of therapy for treating insomnia, working to modify sleep-disrupting thoughts and behaviors through strategies like sleep hygiene and sleep restriction.
Insomnia therapy at Thriveworks Reston is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The duration of insomnia therapy can vary based on the individual’s needs and progress in treatment. Typically, it involves a short series of sessions over a few weeks to a couple of months, with the number and length of sessions decided in consultation with the therapist. Some experience better sleep within this time, while others choose longer therapy to address complex sleep issues or maintain good sleep habits.
Many people start to see improvements in their sleep patterns after about two to three weeks of CBT-I. However, the duration and effectiveness will differ for everyone, so don’t worry if it takes a bit longer to have a strong effect.
Many who suffer from insomnia have found help through insomnia therapy. This thorough treatment guides people toward practical, daily habits that may optimize their nighttime sleep.
Insomnia therapy also may uncover and treat any underlying issues that cause or accompany the sleep disturbance. Reston, VA’s experienced counselors offer holistic care and are ready to help.
Insomnia has as many forms as people who suffer with it.
These sleep disturbances at night take their toll during the day. Insomnia often comes with many negatively effects in people’s lives. If you have suffered from insomnia, you may have experienced…
Daily life may become harder with insomnia’s side effects: Poor attention span can lead to decreased work productivity. Irritability can strain friendships and family relationships. Fatigue can cause automobile accidents.
The counselors at Reston, VA use a holistic approach with their insomnia therapy. They teach their clients practical habits that cultivate favorable conditions for sleep. They also work with their clients to identify anything that may cause sleep disturbances. Counseling for insomnia is not a quick or easy fix. Instead, insomnia counseling at Reston, VA offers a thorough approach and has helped many clients work toward restoring healthy sleep patterns.
What is insomnia counseling?
Each client has a unique sleep pattern. Each client has unique causes for disruptions in that sleep pattern. Our professionals explore the underlying causes of insomnia and sleep disruptions. Working together with their clients, our counselors explore the behaviors and beliefs that may be prohibiting sleep. For example, our professionals may explore…
Daily habits and negative beliefs can disrupt healthy sleep patterns and keep people from getting the rest they need each night. Our trained and experienced counselors can guide their clients as they navigate insomnia’s difficulties and seek to overcome negative beliefs or daily habits that disrupt their rest.
Practical Help for Sleep
Our counselors also help their clients form a sleep plan—practical steps that are conducive for consistent, restful sleep. Sleep plans may involve …
If you want to make changes in your life that could improve your sleep and mitigate insomnia’s effects, you do not have to do it alone. The counselors at Reston, VA have helped many of their clients adjust their daily habits and gain a better night’s sleep.
Reston, VA has appointments for insomnia counseling available. Often, we can see clients within a week of their first call.
We also work with many insurance providers, meaning that you may get your sessions covered with little or no cost to you. Get started with a provider at Thriveworks Reston today.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Reston is located near Roger Bacon Dr and Wiehle Ave, off the Dulles Access Rd. It is right by Lake Anne and the Reston Station.
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