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Brickel and Associates, LLC is a private psychotherapy practice in Old Town Alexandria, Virginia. Our counselors serve individual adolescents and adults, couples, families and groups, under the direction of Robyn E. Brickel, MA, LMFT.We are dedicated to helping our patients or clients make and maintain positive changes in their lives. We bring a positive, proactive approach to therapy, helping clients achieve greater self-esteem, build healthier relationships, and make the emotional, cognitive and behavioral changes they seek.We will help you create tools to make a safe and stable environment, within therapy and to use in your daily life. Youll find the resources and tools to establish clear boundaries, explore new ways to cope with everyday challenges and emotions, and increase your strengths and abilities.We bring a Trauma Informed Care approach to healing from:Abuse, Trauma, and StressAbuse emotional, physical or sexualDissociationPTSDStress reductionSurvivors of domestic violence and sexual assaultAddictionAddiction related issues, such as Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACOA)Addictive behaviors, such as drugs, alcohol, food, gambling, sexBody image issues and eating disordersCo-dependencyEmotional Distress and Physical IllnessAnxiety, depression, and other mood disordersChronic illnessEmotional intensity and instabilityGLBTQ, sexual identity issues/strugglesLife transitionsLoss and bereavementSelf-esteemFamily and Relationship ChallengesChallenged family systemsDysfunctional relationshipsIssues around reproduction and infertilityPostpartum depressionRelationship distressLGBTQ+

The Alexandria Counseling Center offers a full range of mental health services. All therapists are licensed and insurance reimbursable. We participate as preferred providers in several insurance plans. Including: Blue Cross, Anthem, Tricare Standard, Cigna and Medicare. We bring 30 years of experience to our work with adults, adolescents, children and families. We also offer 4 sessions coaching modules providing education and direction in the following areas: Premarital Counseling, College Planning, Improving Marital Communication.

Specializing in assessments for ADD/ADHD, learning disabilities (e.g. dyslexia), autism, and emotional-behavioral issues. Expertise in therapy for anxiety, depression, aggressive behavior, and other socio-emotional concerns.