Support for the People and Relationships that Matter Most
We help children, teens, adults, couples and families navigate anxiety, big emotions, trauma, life transitions and the challenges that show up at home, at school and in relationships.
Our office is located in Lansdowne, Virginia
Find the Right Support For You or Someone You Love
Children 3+ thru Tweens
Play therapy, art therapy and skill building for big emotions, anxiety, behavior challenges and more. Parent support is woven into the process
Teens and College Age
Talk therapy and art/ activities woven in when desired. Anxiety, depression, school issues, social, identity, etc. Virtual or in person options availble
Adult Therapy
Discreet therapy for all ages. Virtual or in person. Anxiety, depression, life changes, childhood trauma, etc
Security clearances welcome
Couples and Sex Therapy
Help for traditional and non traditional couples. Communication, infidelity, lack of intimacy and more. Virtual and in person options available
Before and after school appointments available for children and teens. Have a senior with early release?
Daytime appointments are available for all ages when applicable.
Many adults appreciate the discreet offering of daytime and/or virtual appointments.
Every Family Has a Nervous System
When one person is struggling, everyone can feel it.
The same can be true in couples, friendships, and even work environments. Stress, anxiety, conflict, or big changes rarely stay neatly contained within one person.
And sometimes it is hard to know where to begin. Does my child need their own therapist? Do we need family therapy? Is this a relationship issue, or does one of us need individual support?
You do not have to figure that out before you call us.
We are thoughtful about matching you or your child with the right therapist and the right kind of support.
We Will Help You Figure Out the Best Place to Start.
The Importance of Safety, Identity & Belonging
At FTC, we encourage you to come as you are and leave your mask at home. We are a welcoming and affirming space for LGBTQIA+ youth, adults, and families.
We also work thoughtfully with neurodivergent individuals, including those who experience the world differently due to ADHD, autism, learning differences, or sensory sensitivities.
We intentionally support individuals and families impacted by neuroimmune and chronic health conditions, including PANS/PANDAS, with an emphasis on safety, respect, and being truly seen.
Therapy here is paced, respectful, and responsive to who your loved one is, not who they are expected to be.
How Therapy Works Here at FTC
People often come to therapy HERE because they are tired of circling the same issues without real change.
We focus on what is actually driving the problem, not on labels or diagnoses.
We are also thoughtful about fit. Taking time to connect you with the right therapist matters, and referrals within our practice are made with care and intention.
If we believe another outside provider or practice would better meet your needs, we will say so and help guide you in that direction.
Getting the right support matters more than keeping someone in our care.
Early in the process, sessions are typically weekly. The rhythm of a week matters. Consistent support allows momentum to build, patterns to surface, and real shifts to take hold both in session and at home.
As things begin to feel steadier and life becomes more manageable, sessions naturally space out.
Our therapists are trained to work with the deeper systems that keep problems in place, not just the symptoms on the surface.
This allows the work to go beyond coping and insight alone, helping change happen at a level that feels lasting rather than temporary.
The pace is thoughtful and intentional. We go deep enough to reach the root of the problem, while staying grounded, steady, and responsive to what feels manageable.
Therapy here is not rushed, formulaic, or one-size-fits-all. It is tailored, relational, and built for meaningful change.
A Practice Rooted in the Community
Family Therapy Center of Northern Virginia is deeply rooted in this area. Many of our licensed therapists trained here, grew professionally here, and chose to stay.
We are also a Training Center for therapists, both within our practice and throughout the USA.
This ongoing commitment to continuing education, supervision, and mentorship strengthens the steadiness and depth of the care we provide.
Children are seen by Registered Play Therapists and Registered Art Therapists or those under advanced supervision.
Adults are seen by clinicians who are trauma informed, understand development, long-term patterns, and meaningful change. We strive to make therapy at FTC feel sound, supported, and carefully held.
Privacy, Discretion & Insurance
Have you noticed we do not have Google reviews? There is a reason for that.
No one needs to know you or your family come here. That is your business, not the public’s.
In a world where so much is shared online, we believe therapy is allowed to remain private. While online reviews may help businesses grow, we choose to prioritize confidentiality and discretion over visibility.
People come to therapy with different levels of visibility in their personal and professional lives.
For some, privacy is simply important. For others, it carries additional personal or professional weight.
We work with many adults whose personal and professional lives require a high level of confidentiality, including those with security clearances, public visibility, or roles where discretion matters deeply.
While every client receives the same careful protection of their confidentiality, we understand that the experience of privacy can feel different depending on one’s circumstances.
Family Therapy Center is a fully private pay practice and does not take insurance. Therefore, insurance companies do not access your therapy chart.
We are thoughtful and deliberate in how clinical information is documented and protected. Confidentiality is foundational to how we work.
Getting Started
Beginning therapy does not require a crisis. Often, it begins with noticing that something feels heavy, stuck, or unsustainable.
Family Therapy Center of Northern Virginia is a fully private pay practice and each therapist decides their own fee structure. Payment is due at each session. Superbills are provided at the end of the month for those who wish to seek insurance reimbursement.
If you are considering therapy for yourself, your child, or your family, you do not need to know exactly what kind of therapy or which therapist is the right fit. Reach out and we can help you determine the best next step.