Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ellen Pereira brings to her role as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner over 14 years of nursing experience, including a strong clinical foundation in emergency medicine. Ellen is dedicated to psychiatric care, approaching patients with a collaborative, down-to-earth style that prioritizes listening and tailoring treatment plans to individual needs. Her practice focuses on an integrative approach to mental health, combining evidence-based medicine with holistic strategies and practical tools for healing.
Dr. Mona Ezzat-AbuHamda began her graduate studies at Regent’s College in London in 1993 and received her doctoral degree from the George Washington University in Washington, DC in 2003
She serves as clinical faculty at the George Washington University, school of professional psychology, and held an adjunct faculty position at The Johns Hopkins University, school of business and education. In addition to her private practice in Mclean, VA. Dr. AbuHamda is an independent consultant providing clinical services at Washington Behavioral Health, a day-treatment outpatient hospital for adolescents and adults who struggle with addiction disorders.
She is a native of Egypt and lives in the Washington DC Metro area with her family.
Dr. Brandy Dinklocker is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist. She provides neuropsychological evaluations, as well as psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and adults. Her areas of interest include traumatic brain injuries, eating disorders, OCD and related anxiety disorders, autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders. Dr. Dinklocker uses collaborative, evidence-based treatments, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), enhanced cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT-E), Maudsley model of family based therapy (FBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and exposure and response prevention.
Dr. Dinklocker earned her master’s and doctorate degrees in clinical psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Washington DC. She completed an APA accredited internship at the Mid-Atlantic Internship Consortium where she worked within an integrated medical setting providing comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations and psychotherapy.
Alison Rachuba, LRC, NCC is a Licensed Resident in Counseling. Alison graduated with her Bachelors of Arts in Psychology and Forensic Psychology from Stockton University in 2017; she then graduated with her Masters of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Marymount University in 2021. Alison is currently a therapist at Loudoun County, VA. She has worked with individuals providing treatment for trauma, substance use, depression, anxiety, and grief. She has assisted in research surrounding many topics ranging from police brutality findings to discrimination Asian-Americans experienced during COVID-19. She is passionate about advocacy work in the counseling field; Alison feels passionately about criminal justice reform and the interaction between mental health and oppressed populations. Outside of counseling, Alison teaches yoga and plans to implement trauma work with yoga and movement.
Dr. Stephanie Binter is licensed clinical psychologist. She graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine with a doctoral degree in clinical psychology and a certification in neuropsychology. Dr. Binter conducts a variety of neurological and psychological testing, including forensic assessments and general mental health assessments to aid in the differential diagnosis. Dr. Binter completes fitness for duty evaluations as well as evaluations to assess the impact of mental health concerns on treatment and prognosis following spinal stimulator and bariatric surgeries. Dr. Binter is experienced at using telehealth to provide the therapeutic interventions.
Dr. Lefkowits is a board certified clinical psychologist, an affiliation only 4% doctoral level psychologists obtain. Dr. Lefkowits trains clinical psychologists and other therapists. Dr. Lefkowits was part of the clinicial team testing the verathy prototype and providing feedback to the developers. Dr. Lefkowits has served as a senior consultant and coach for the Federal Leadership Institute, conducts fitness for duty evaluations for corporate clients, holds a Top Secret (Tier 5) clearance, and is a former Sports Psychologist at the University of Maryland Sports Medicine. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Clinical Psychology and a nationally recognized forensic psychologist.
Taylor (LeDrea Taylor), LMSW, is a skilled mental health therapist at Modyfi with extensive experience in individual, group, and family therapy. She holds a Master of Social Work from Howard University and a Bachelor of Science in Social Psychology from Park University. Her approach is rooted in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), supporting clients through a variety of life challenges with compassion and clarity. Taylor has worked in schools, community programs, and clinical settings, including roles as a group counselor for Montgomery County’s Abuser Intervention Program and as a Child and Family Therapist with EveryMind. She uses a client-centered approach focused on building effective coping skills and fostering emotional resilience. Taylor is dedicated to helping clients achieve their mental health goals and navigate life with greater confidence and well-being.
Carla Minosh, FNP-BC, is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner specializing in Behavioral Health And Psychotherapy and Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine at Advanced Pediatrics.
Since opening their doors in 2001, the private pediatric practice has earned an exemplary reputation for excellence in pediatric care in Vienna, Virginia, and throughout the National Capital Region.
Carla earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from George Mason University. She worked at Virginia Hospital Center in the Cardiovascular ICU for nine years before obtaining her Master's to become a Nurse Practitioner.
She then trained under Advanced Pediatrics’s very own Dr. Schwartz in pediatrics and has now been with our practice for more than ten years.
Carla is board-certified in Family Medicine and carries additional certifications in providing mental health services to children and teenagers.
Her clinical interests encompass all aspects of pediatric care from newborn to adolescence, with an additional focus on behavior and mental health issues, anxiety, and attention disorders. She is trained in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and hypnotherapy.
Carla lives in Falls Church, Virginia, with her husband. She has one daughter who, to even to her surprise, is already a young adult. Carla and her husband are avid antique collectors and are in the process of restoring a historic home in Danville, Virginia, to its previous glory.
Greetings, I’m Phyllis Rooney and I am a licensed independent mental health practitioner, who has over twenty years of experience working with adults and teenagers. I specialize in trauma, depression, anxiety, life transitions, goal setting, LGBTQ issues, drug and alcohol addiction.
I am a graduate of the University of Missouri and have worked with hundreds of individuals and groups. I am trained in several modalities of therapy.
These include but are not limited to: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and indfulness based stress reduction.
I strive to provide top-quality care, recognizing the uniqueness of each patient.
Leslie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 25 years of experience working with children and youth. She is a person-centered therapist and certified in CBT, specializing in youth who have experienced trauma. She is a board-approved supervisor. Leslie focuses on anxiety, depression, and behavioral challenges and seeks to improve the activities of daily living, social skills, and life skills of children and youth.
Rob is a friendly, experienced, and empathetic therapist who interned with Balance Point Wellness and is now building a case load with the practice who taught him. Graduating top in his class at Goldey-Beacom College, Rob is bringing his experience of treating anxiety, depression and trauma related disorders. Rob has worked with a diverse group of people; women, men, LGBTQ, and First Responders. He is experienced in using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Narrative Therapy. Robs therapeutic style creates a warm judgement free space that is safe to explore yourself and to make personal insights.
Prior to working in mental health Rob was active duty in the U.S. Air Force; living a life of adventure, he has been to more than a dozen countries, met people from faraway places, and brings that world experience to the therapy room. Rob enjoys day trips, taco trucks, and spending time at home with his fiancé and cats.
“Observant, compassionate, realistic, relatable, engaged, thoughtful, and most importantly knowledgeable. Rob is familiar with the newest techniques and the best traditional ones as well. He knows when it is appropriate to challenge you and respects that sometimes you may need to vent. He can read your body language and help you break out of negative thought loops. If you are ready to make honest and measurable progress in your therapeutic journey, look no further.”
Kara is a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor with a master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Capella University. She has experience working with a wide range of diagnoses, including ADHD, mood disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief. Emphasizing a holistic perspective, Kara tailors her approach to each client’s unique needs, drawing on diverse counseling modalities to support growth and well-being. Known for her warm, genuine demeanor, Kara strives to create a safe, inclusive space where individuals can feel empowered to explore, heal, and thrive. Clients often describe her as a “ray of sunshine,” reflecting the compassion, optimism, and understanding she brings to every session.
Colleen is a Licensed Master Social Worker from Virginia Commonwealth University. Her approach to care is providing a supportive and therapeutic space for clients to learn ways to improve their satisfaction and quality of life. This is achieved through the use of various clinical tools such as solutions-focused strategies, cognitive behavioral skills (CBT), and mindfulness techniques. The treatment sessions and therapeutic techniques will be tailored to the client’s strengths and needs. Whether the client is working through a traumatic event, grief, or other stressful life situation or experiencing ongoing or periodic anxiety or depression, a safe space to utilize various modalities of treatment will be created. Colleen believes one of the most important aspects of treatment is the therapeutic relationship and strives to deliver a positive experience for all clients to achieve client goals.
“Colleen has been a wonderful therapist for my son through his in-school counseling. From his perspective, she’s kind, easy to talk to, and really understands him. He enjoys their sessions, especially how she helps him focus on the good while also giving him the tools and confidence to open up about more difficult feelings. Her coping strategies have been especially helpful for him.
As a parent, I truly appreciate how communicative and responsive Colleen is. Anytime I’ve raised a conce.
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Angela is a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical who earned her master’s degree from the School of Social Work at the University of Maryland. Angela has many years of experience with a diverse population ranging from children to adults. She has experience with ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma and life changing medical diagnoses. She has found with an open mind she is able to help problem solve and improve clients’ lives. She has been successful with clients due to her kind nature, good listening skills and professionalism in a safe environment to promote self-growth. Angela specializes in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical-Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Mindfulness.
Diana is a Licensed Clinical Professional Art Therapist who earned her master’s degree in Creative Arts Therapy from Nazareth University. Diana enjoys working with college students, adults, and the elderly/geriatric populations. Diana works with a wide range of diagnoses, including (but not limited to) anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and schizophrenia.
Her treatment approach incorporates modalities, including art therapy, depending on what is most appropriate for each client. Diana uses a person-centered approach in order to engage each client in their individualized treatment.
Life is challenging but doesn’t have to be painful, and Gerrie believes everyone has the capacity to become the best version of themselves. With advanced education in social work, psychology, anthropology, and American Sign Language, she brings a strong foundation and open, accepting mindset to her practice. Gerrie views therapy as a collaborative partnership, helping clients identify obstacles and strategies for meaningful change. She is especially effective working with adults experiencing anxiety, life transitions (graduation, divorce, empty nest), grief (loss of loved ones, pets, job, health, or age), and infertility, as well as those feeling stuck or uncertain. Gerrie tailors her approach with a variety of techniques to meet individual needs, offering insight and new perspectives for growth.
Gretchen is a Licensed Certified Clinical Social Worker and Board Approved Clinical Supervisor who earned her Masters Degree in Clinical Social Work from the University of Maryland School of Social Work. Gretchen has over 30 years of experience in the mental health field working with a wide range of diagnoses in various capacities and settings. She utilizes an eclectic approach to treatment that best meets each client’s unique needs and goals. Gretchen believes in ensuring that a safe, non-judgmental, and trusting therapeutic space is created where each client can feel comfortable, heard, and supported. She is here to help you on your journey toward healing and growth.
“Gretchen really listens closely to what I have to say and gives me great feedback. When I talk to her, I feel that she is really listening and considering what I have to say. I’ve made a lot of improvement in myself since I’ve been talking with Gretchen. I feel that she is very sincere and really appreciates hearing about my achievements.”
