She is lovely and I had really hoped to work with her, but after our last appointment she never got…read moreback in touch, as we agreed, to schedule the next one. It has been over a month since our last appointment and I just hope she is ok. I understand if things come up, but she should communicate this to clients so we are not left wondering. Thank you.

In my experience, Isabel stands out as a talented and insightful therapist. Isabel's kindness,…read morehumor, intelligence and non-judgmental nature make her a great therapist. Her caring style and warm personality immediately made me feel welcome. I looked forward to seeing her because she helped me discover things about myself that allowed me to live a more balanced life. She would challenge me, and allow me to think of things in other ways, which helped me have better and more healthy perspectives on many situations. After every session I had with her I left feeling lighter and enlightened. I whole-heartedly recommend her to anyone who has concerns about themselves as individuals or their relationships.

Esther Boykin and her team at GTA are stellar clinicians, empathic listeners, and caring…read moretherapists, and I could not recommend this practice more! They not only offer individual and couples therapy, but Esther hosts many events, workshops, meditations, and retreats that are high quality, unique, and really meet the needs of the community. Bravo, Esther-you have built a practice that's pretty special!

If you really needs couples help pass these idiots by. Totally uneducated and unprepared for…read moresituation couples have. Sets you on fire then sends you out the door because the next (Appt)$$$ is in lobby. Did more damage then good to our relationship. Useless in all regards. Simply a money play.

I sought Well Marriage Center for relationship counseling as a single woman. Working with a…read moretherapist helped me develop a better relationship with myself. I learned to be honest and kind to myself, after all, how can you expect to have a good relationship with someone else if you cant love yourself first? I learned to take responsibility for my own feelings, thoughts, actions and personal boundaries. I became more aware of what I am ok and not ok with. I discovered how to be more assertive and better able to make choices that keep me in relationships (or out) where I feel safe and happy am my own priority. I am so grateful for what I've learned and HIGHLY recommend you speak with a counselor here. I have and will continue to recommend people to them! Thanks for helping me love me! Edits: Spelling

Regarding: Marc Patience of Well Marriage Center. Danger…read more Stay away. It is never OK (in the absence of violence/drugs/alcohol/infidelity) for the marriage counselor to discuss marriage-ending (and related "deal-breaker" questions). What I need in the marriage is a cooperative partnership. I trusted Marc Patience to bring balance, but he repeatedly validated Wife's passive aggressive behavior, and pushed me back for my opposition. And now, Wife contemptuously repeats Marc's words at me.

Joan helped me through a lot in my life. As an adolescent,…read moreI'd seen a lot of therapists- particularly because I'd had a rough time. Growing into adulthood is a struggle for anyone, and I was having a rough time. You meet people that care, and then you meet people that both care and can engage you. The latter is Joan Normandy-Dohlberg. Not only did Joan make me feel comfortable & safe to express my feelings (& share my deepest darkest,) but she engaged me in a way I knew I was heard & felt I could accomplish more & do better for myself- no judgment, no falsity. She helped me every step of the way, ESPECIALLY when I was in my own way. As someone who's seen a lot of therapists in the greater Burke/DMV area, I want to be clear that I am leaving this review as a GLOWING review of Ms. Dr. Joan Normandy-Dolberg-- and you'll be hard-pressed to find a better therapist than her.

I have been seeing Joan Normandy-Dolberg for the past year and she has helped me make SIGNIFICANT…read moreprogress in dealing with an abusive childhood and depression. She is very knowledgeable and uses different methods to help you cope and understand your feelings and so you can process a painful past and not let it impinge on the rest of your life. She is a great listener but unlike another therapist I had in the past, she doesn't just listen and tell you its "normal", she actually discusses how it's affecting you and ways to lessen it's impact on your mental health. She uses EMDR, a therapy that helped me SO much by lessening the pain of past trauma and now the remembrances of these events is much more infrequent and does not cause high levels of anxiety. You can ask my husband, my life has vastly improved since I started seeing Joan. Karen, her office manager, is very sweet and friendly and it is just such a great environment. If you are in need of a genuine, caring and highly qualified counselor, I highly recommend Joan.

I had a neuropsychological evaluation with Dr. Kayleigh Hale at Hope+Wellness as an adult, and the…read moreexperience was genuinely validating and life changing. As an adult who had previously been dismissed and denied evaluation as a teenager, I sought out Dr. Hale specifically because of her expertise evaluating adults and women. My decision to pursue evaluation was prompted after a family member received an ADHD diagnosis, which made me realize I needed an expert who could carefully differentiate overlapping symptoms. From my very first interaction with Dr. Hale, I felt listened to and taken seriously. The process itself was both professional and compassionate. Dr. Hale created a calm, comfortable environment and had clearly reviewed my extensive history in advance. The testing was thorough, well structured, and handled with care throughout. Based on a comprehensive, evidence-based evaluation, I received an adult diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder. The diagnosis was clearly grounded in detailed testing and careful history review and reflected a modern, nuanced understanding of how autism can present, particularly in adults and women who've been masking their whole lives. What stood out most was Dr. Hale's skill with differential diagnosis. She thoughtfully navigated overlapping symptoms seen in conditions such as autism, ADHD, BPD, CPTSD, etc. Her thorough approach ruled out several major possibilities and clarified my diagnostic profile, including long-standing co-occurring issues. Since my experience, I have referred two people to Dr. Hale, both of whom went through the same careful evaluation process and reported positive experiences. I highly recommend Dr. Hale and Hope+Wellness to anyone seeking a thoughtful, evidence-based neuropsychological evaluation, especially those navigating the complexities of late diagnosis. I also want to note that the administrative staff who handled my initial intake call and scheduling were incredibly kind and compassionate, which made starting what can be a very difficult process that much easier.

Everything about my experience at Hope & Wellness has been positive. When I first reached out to…read morethem, I was SHOCKED when I got a response the next day. I'd often never hear back from offices when inquiring about their services. Ever since then, the admin side with scheduling and other needs were easy and efficient. I can't overstate how important this is when you're on a mental health journey. I've been going to H&W for several years, most recently working with Dr. Joi. Her name matches her -- she is joy. I always looked forward to our sessions, feeling safe to share and discuss pretty tough topics. I shared some pretty hard things that made me feel really vulnerable and she never showed judgement. She follows up on certain challenges to check-in and works with you to set goals, and talks through set-backs. So don't wait another minute if you need help! This practice could change your life like it did mine.

I highly recommend this practice for mental health needs. They offer telehealth appointments which…read moreis so convenient for my schedule. The doctors and office staff are kind , caring, and always helpful. I have been a patient for several years and have never had a bad experience. They truly do care about people.

My practitioner is wonderful! I had one negative experience with an office staff member, but I…read moreliterally got a call from the CEO within an hour to resolve the issue. I felt like the CEO really took it seriously and was both understanding and helpful. Really changed my perspective and I wanted to share.

Jill was the most helpful therapist I've ever had. She also knows some good psychiatrists. She got…read moreme through what was easily the worst time in my life, and now here I am! I have a job, bought a car, and most importantly I am HAPPY. She did amazing things for me and was also able to help my whole family get through that time. I will never be able to thank her enough for what she did for me. She completely turned my life around.

When Andrew Bennett first told me about the healing potential of hypnotherapy, I was skeptical. As…read moresomeone who has explored various methods for self-improvement and emotional healing, I was unsure of his claim that he could help me solve my problems with one or two sessions. I have sought help through support groups, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), spiritual practice, and rigorous self-discipline. While these methods have aided me in one way or another, I have never experienced a method as effective as the one that Andrew practices. For most my life, I have experienced a level of depression and anxiety that ranges from general discomfort, to panic attacks and fight or flight responses. These symptoms are rooted in past trauma. Though I had a thorough knowledge and understanding of the way that my past was still affecting the way that I respond to life, I felt hopeless. In the months leading up to my first session with Andrew, I had begun to have severe and disproportionate responses to daily occurrences. Anytime a person raised their voice at me, I flew into panic and despair. When a firework came to close to me on the 4th of July, I was sent into a fit of rage. I used every resource at my disposal to work on this problem, and nothing seemed to help. Though I found temporary relief through CBT, and a diagnosis of PTSD like symptoms, similar episodes continued to occur. After the first hypnotherapy session that I had with Andrew, I experienced immediate results. Since that day, I have not experienced any symptoms of PTSD. Thanks to Andrew's compassion, dedication and expertise I have moved beyond a simple understanding of my problems. He has shown me a practical and effective way to legitimately heal from them and begin to take responsibility for my life. The first time I reached out to Andrew, he told me one thing that will stick in my mind forever: He insisted that hypnotherapy could change my life in ways that I couldn't even imagine. It has done just that.

So blessed to have found Andrew. He is caring, kind, listens to what you want to change and make…read morebetter, helps you understand yourself better and do the hypnotherapy. I've done a few hypnosis sessions before in the past and have never felt anything different. I went to Andrew once and I feel like my life is changing. I will be going back for more session for other areas that I want to change and level up soon. Thank you Andrew.