Melissa Hoffman
LPC
Practicing Since: 2007 Melissa focuses on building the therapeutic relationship through empathy, respect for the individual, and unconditional support. Through this therapeutic relationship, clients are able to set goals and achieve them.
Melissa has been a licensed counselor for 12 years and holds clinical licenses in the states of Virginia and Colorado. Melissa received her Bachelor degree from Concordia University-St. Paul in Psychology and Family Studies and a Master of Arts in Community Counseling-Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Northern Colorado.
Nettia Diamond-Banton
LPC - Resident
Practicing Since:2012
Nettia provides a safe and open space where clients are accepted, valued, and respected. She utilizes a strength-based, client-focused therapeutic approach grounded in Cognitive Behavioral and Dialectical Behavioral therapies. She focuses on listening to and understanding her clients in order to create a positive genuine therapeutic relationship and gain a clear concept of the client’s culture, experiences, and presenting concerns. Every person’s life journey is unique, and Nettia adapts therapy to suit the needs of each client. She utilizes therapeutic skills and techniques to help clients develop mindfulness, effective coping skills, and healthy behaviors to move toward healing and growth.
Sarah Nies
LPC
Practicing Since: 2016
Sarah creates a caring and supportive environment, championing clients in self-discovery and healing.
After earning a Master’s in Art Education and a Master’s in Art Therapy, Sarah continued expanding her knowledge and techniques, incorporating art into therapy. She is a Board-Certified Art Therapist and co-directed a Trauma Informed Art therapy clinic.
She is a world traveler, explorer, life-long learner, and lover of books.
Sarah is licensed in the state of Virginia (#0701010507)
Carrie Bravinder
Carrie believes a strong therapeutic relationship is essential to the counseling process. She wants her clients to feel safe, understood, and accepted as she works with them to achieve their goals.
As a military spouse, Carrie understands firsthand the unique challenges military families face. She enjoys working with couples on relationship issues, women struggling with depression and anxiety, and individuals dealing with chronic illness.
After completing her master’s degree, Carrie obtained additional training in Gottman Couples Therapy and Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy.
Carrie is married to an Air Force Chaplain. They have two sons. She enjoys spending time with family as well as reading, cooking, and yoga.
Pietro Moore
MSW
Practicing Since: 2016
Pietro believes that the foundation of growth is linked to a connection to oneself and others. He works to create an environment where clients feel comfortable and support discussing thoughts, feelings, and beliefs which have been historically challenging to talk about. Pietro meets clients where they are at and work from a present focus to address challenges, tap into strengths, and foster growth on their personal journey.
Pietro has the belief that everyone has the capacity to live their best life within them. Many factors impact, promote, and disrupt this place of equanimity and he will work to explore, cultivate, and address these factors alongside clients. Creating an internal refuge that one can return to and abide in throughout life’s successes and difficulties is the core of his counseling philosophy.
Pietro has been a resident of Northern Virginia for most of his life and received his dual master degree of Social Work and Conflict Analysis and R
Randall Rhodes
Randall Rhodes, LPC
Practicing Since 2012 Clients have described Randall as warm, caring and a good listener. He does more than just give advice. He wants clients to feel encouraged and motivated. Randall will work collaboratively with you to identify and build your strengths. He will also work…
Issues Served: Abortion, Adoption/Foster Care, Anxiety/Panic, BIPOC Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Codependency, Depression, Divorce, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Miscarriages, OCD, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Self Esteem, Workplace Issues
Jesenia Alonso
LCSW
With over a decade of clinical experience, Jesenia specializes in trauma-informed care for children, adolescents, and adults, with particular focus on survivors of domestic and sexual violence, stalking, human trafficking, and complex trauma. She also has experience supporting first responders and law enforcement professionals who are navigating the cumulative weight of high-stress environments, critical incidents, and the unique toll that a life in service can take.
As a bilingual Spanish-speaking therapist, Jesenia is especially passionate about working with Latino, immigrant, and Spanish-speaking communities. She is committed to creating a space where every person feels genuinely seen, understood, and culturally supported, particularly for those who have not always felt welcomed or represented in traditional mental health settings.
Jesenia earned her Master of Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University and her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Marymount University.
Stacey Crosson
LMFT
Stacey Crosson, LMFT
Practicing Since: 1998 As the Clinical Supervisor of Safe Harbor Northern Virginia, Stacey has over 25 years’ experience in the people-helping business. As a spouse of a retired U.S. military member, she offers a shared perspective of the military life.
Issues Served: Abuse/Neglect, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Behavioral Issues, Blended Family, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness/Pain, Codependency, Depression, Divorce, Geriatric, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, Miscarriages, PTSD, Self-esteem/self-worth, Self-harm, Sex therapy, Sexual abuse, Sleep/Insomnia, Trauma, Workplace Issues
LeeAnn Gumulauskas
LPC
LeeAnn creates a safe, supportive space for clients to explore their concerns. She holds hope for clients when they struggle to find it themselves, celebrating victories and overcoming barriers together. LeeAnn feels privileged to be part of the healing journey, witnessing growth, healing, and freedom in ways clients never thought possible. Something amazing happens when someone is willing to look at a challenging or painful place in their life and allow change to take place.
LeeAnn received her Master’s degree from University of Wisconsin, Stout. LeeAnn is a strengths-based, trauma-informed clinician and primarily uses elements of Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing as therapeutic approaches. LeeAnn is licensed in Virginia and Georgia.
Additional Specialties: Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), Self-Harm, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Life Transitions, Infidelity and Loss/Abandonmen
Theo Snow
LPC
As a Licensed professional counselor of mental health, Theo strives to create a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental atmosphere where clients feel seen, heard, and valued. His goal is to foster a safe space that encourages openness, self-exploration, and personal growth. Theo utilizes a blend of evidence-based treatment modalities tailored to each client’s unique needs, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, and mindfulness-based techniques.
Theo enjoys working collaboratively with clients, empowering them to identify their strengths, develop healthy coping strategies, and navigate life’s challenges with resilience. Whether they are focusing on managing anxiety, improving relationships, or fostering self-esteem, he believes in a compassionate, client-centered approach that honors each person’s journey toward healing and well-being.
Theo views mental health as an essential part of overall well-being, just as important as physical health. It’s a dyna
