This time is for you to be able to discuss what you are seeking therapy for and for us to ask each other questions to determine if it feels like a good fit for moving forward. I understand that therapy out of pocket is a financial commitment and I want to insure before you begin to invest in this process that you feel confident that I understand what you are looking for and that based off my expertise and experience will be a good fit for you to reach your goals.
Yes, I offer teletherapy in Washington D.C., Virginia and Maryland. I also offer teletherapy in the following states: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Idaho, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Washington, Wyoming.
Before your first session I send you paperwork to fill out that asks you more questions about your needs and outlines practice policies of mine. In the first session I go over those practice polices and see if you have any questions. After that, we dive into information gathering where I will ask you detailed questions about your life, history, important people in your life, what your needs for therapy are and how what’s brining you in is impacting your daily life. All these questions are pertinent to help me get to know you better, your support system, and what is impacting you daily to best be able to support you moving forward.
When working with children and adolescents I operate the same and use this first session to gather as much information as I can. I also like to focus on what the teen likes to do for fun and what’s important to them to begin to build good rapport with them for moving forward.
Therapy works through regular sessions with a trained professional who helps you understand your concerns and explore possible causes. They develop healthier ways to manage your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. The therapist uses suitable techniques based on your needs and goals, helping you build coping skills and make positive changes over time.
As much as I would love to be able to say that therapy only takes a designated number of sessions that just wouldn’t be true. Every person and what they are wanting to work on in therapy is different/unique. Due to that, the amount of time it takes to move through therapy is different and that time varies from person to person based off of each unique situation and how much effort each person puts into the therapy process.
Snead Psychological Services is a private-pay practice and does not bill insurance companies directly. Choosing private pay allows us to provide you with personalized and evidence-based care without restrictions that insurance companies may place on treatment.
We provide therapy for children, adolescents, and adults. Every treatment plan is tailored to the individual’s age, developmental stage, and unique mental health concerns. Our goal is to create a safe space to help individuals express their feelings and receive the appropriate care.
Our office is located in Arlington and offers complimentary on-site parking for clients attending in-person appointments. If on-site visiting seems inconvenient, we also provide virtual therapy in Arlington, VA, allowing you to access personalized care through secure online sessions.
Our specialist, Dr. Alex Snead, prepares the treatment schedule as per your medical concerns. Most clients begin with weekly sessions to build consistency and make steady progress. As treatment continues, the frequency may change based on your goals, progress, and individual needs.
Yes, at Snead Psychological Services, we give high priority to maintaining the patient’s privacy during and after the therapeutic process. You can rest assured that whatever you share during therapy is kept confidential in accordance with professional ethics and applicable laws.
Yes, our clinical expert, Dr. Alex Snead, specializes in treating concerns like anxiety, OCD, ADHD, depression, insomnia, tic disorders, hair pulling and skin picking disorders. We offer personalized individual counseling in Arlington, VA, backed by evidence-based approaches.
You can contact Snead Psychological Services by phone or through the website to request an initial consultation. During this first conversation, we’ll discuss your concerns and answer your queries. Based on the assessment, we will schedule your first therapy session.
At Snead Psychological Services, the ongoing therapy is a collaborative process focused on helping you achieve your mental health goals. As treatment progresses, you’ll work with our psychologist to build practical coping skills, gain insight into your behaviors, and address challenges in a supportive environment.
No, you do not need a formal mental health diagnosis to begin therapy. You can seek support if you are feeling overwhelmed or experiencing emotional or behavioral changes. Dr. Snead will understand your concerns, goals, and personal experiences and offer the right treatment approach.
Yes, some treatments require parent involvement for overall wellness. For younger children, parents often play an active role in the therapeutic process. For teenagers, therapy may include more individual time while still maintaining appropriate communication with parents. We also provide parenting therapy in Arlington, VA, to help parents strengthen communication and better understand their child’s emotional needs.
You don’t need to be sure therapy is right for you before trying it. You might feel overwhelmed, be struggling with a life change, or find it harder to manage things on your own. Therapy gives you a space to talk through what’s happening, understand your feelings, and explore what might help.
Feeling comfortable with your therapist matters. It can take time to open up, but you should feel heard, respected, and able to speak honestly without worrying about being judged. If something doesn’t feel right, it’s okay to bring it up. You can talk about what you need from mental wellness counseling, and if the connection still doesn’t feel right, you can consider working with someone else.
No, you don’t need to be facing a crisis or have one clear problem to benefit from therapy. You might be dealing with stress, feeling stuck, struggling with relationships, or trying to understand yourself better. Even when you can’t quite explain what’s wrong, talking with a therapist can help you make sense of what you’re experiencing and work out what you need.
Starting therapy is a chance to talk about what’s been happening in your life, what’s been difficult, and what you’d like to change. Your therapist can ask questions to better understand your experiences, feelings, and goals. You don’t have to share everything at once or know exactly what to say. The sessions generally move at a pace that feels manageable, and you can work together to decide what would be helpful.
Not necessarily. Some therapists may suggest trying a strategy, noticing a pattern, or practicing a skill between sessions. Other experts may focus more on what comes up during your conversations. The treatment depends on your needs, your goals, and the approach your therapist uses. Anything you work on between sessions should support your progress, not feel like another burden.
Not at all. You can seek therapy when life feels difficult, even if you can’t point to one major problem. Maybe stress is building up, you’re finding it hard to switch off, or something that used to feel manageable no longer does. Individual therapy can help you understand these feelings, work through challenges, and develop coping strategies before things become harder to manage.
