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Improving your relationship with yourself
I'm here to listen and work collaboratively with you on your goals.
Alison Behar, LCSW
InTROduCTION
Certificantions, advanced training
what to expect
I have been a licensed clinical social worker for 20 years. In that time, I have enjoyed working in a broad variety of settings such as a therapeutic group home for severely emotionally disturbed adolescents, sexual assault therapist for Fairfax County's domestic violence and sexual assault services, student counseling center at George M
I have been a licensed clinical social worker for 20 years. In that time, I have enjoyed working in a broad variety of settings such as a therapeutic group home for severely emotionally disturbed adolescents, sexual assault therapist for Fairfax County's domestic violence and sexual assault services, student counseling center at George Mason University and non-profit and private practice settings including the Women's Center in Fairfax County. All these experiences have allowed me to develop a deep, nuanced understanding of the issues facing people in what can feel like a scary, hostile world, and it is that understanding which I draw upon to help you.
what to expect
Certificantions, advanced training
what to expect
It takes courage to recognize you need therapy and to pursue it. Making this difficult and challenging choice alone is worthy of respect, and I welcome every client who has done so by seeking my help. My aim is to make therapy a safe space built on a foundation of trust, where you can express your feelings openly and we work together to
It takes courage to recognize you need therapy and to pursue it. Making this difficult and challenging choice alone is worthy of respect, and I welcome every client who has done so by seeking my help. My aim is to make therapy a safe space built on a foundation of trust, where you can express your feelings openly and we work together to develop solutions to address the issues standing in your way.
I use an evidence based-cognitive therapy approach which includes techniques to teach you how to assess your thought patterns, understand how they influence your emotions and recognize that these thoughts and feelings ultimately affect your behavior. Understanding these patterns and developing tools including mindfulness and self compassion will help you regain control over your life when you feel like you have none.
Certificantions, advanced training
Certificantions, advanced training
Certificantions, advanced training
I have been certified in traumatic grief counseling from the Wendt Center of Washington D.C
I have advanced training in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) and self compassion based therapy.
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