Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Mental Health Counseling
Bridge To Wellness Centers is a dedicated mental health practice committed to helping individuals, couples, and families achieve holistic wellness through counseling and psychotherapy. Our mission emphasizes the interconnectedness of psychosocial, physical, and spiritual well-being, ensuring clients receive comprehensive care tailored to their unique needs. With over 48 years of combined experience in community, hospital, and military health systems, our team has supported clients globally in addressing mental health challenges and bridging gaps between physical stressors and emotional wellness. We collaborate with physical health providers when requested to ensure integrated care and equip clients with tools to overcome challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma, and chronic pain. Our approach prioritizes empathy, personalized treatment plans, and evidence-based therapies, including EMDR and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, to foster resilience and long-term healing.Clients are guided through a non-judgmental, client-centered process that empowers them to recognize their strengths, adjust harmful behaviors, and achieve a more fulfilling life. We serve diverse populations, including military families and individuals navigating life transitions, with a commitment to cultural humility and trauma-informed care. Our team of licensed professionals and interns delivers services across Virginia, Washington DC, and Maryland, ensuring accessibility to those seeking support. By focusing on both individual and relational growth, we aim to reduce emotional distress, improve communication, and promote sustainable mental wellness. Our practice stands as a trusted partner in mental health care, driven by a belief in the limitless potential of every individual to overcome adversity and thrive.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Anger Management
EMDR Therapy
Family Counseling
Trauma Counseling
Depression Therapy
ADHD Counseling
Group Therapy
Highlights and features
- We offer 48+ years of combined experience in mental health counseling.
- Our team includes internationally experienced therapists with military expertise.
- We provide trauma-informed, client-centered care with cultural humility.
- We collaborate with physical health providers for integrated treatment.
- We specialize in evidence-based therapies like EMDR and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Services
Individual Therapy
Individual Therapy at Bridge To Wellness Centers offers personalized mental health support through tailored sessions. Our therapists address issues like anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Clients work one-on-one with a counselor to develop coping strategies, uncover strengths, and achieve personal growth goals. This client-centered approach ensures focused attention on individual needs.
Couples Counseling
Couples Counseling focuses on improving communication and resolving conflicts between partners. Our therapists help couples identify unhealthy patterns, rebuild trust, and strengthen emotional connections. We address issues like infidelity, stress management, and life transitions. This collaborative process empowers couples to create healthier, more fulfilling relationships through empathetic dialogue and evidence-based techniques.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) at Bridge To Wellness Centers targets negative thought patterns and behaviors. This structured, goal-oriented approach treats anxiety, depression, PTSD, and more. Therapists work with clients to challenge distorted thinking, develop coping skills, and practice behavioral changes. CBT sessions are time-limited and focused on achieving measurable improvements in mental health and daily functioning.
Anger Management
Anger Management therapy helps individuals understand and control intense emotions. Our programs address triggers, teach relaxation techniques, and build healthier responses to stress. Clients learn to identify early signs of anger, communicate effectively, and implement coping strategies. This service benefits those struggling with relationship conflicts, workplace issues, or trauma-related outbursts through personalized intervention.
EMDR Therapy
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Therapy addresses trauma and PTSD by reprocessing distressing memories. Our trained therapists use guided eye movements and bilateral stimulation to reduce the emotional impact of traumatic experiences. This evidence-based approach helps clients develop new perspectives, alleviate symptoms, and achieve emotional healing through structured eight-phase treatment protocols.
People
Gail Grandela
Licensed Professional Counselor
Gail Grandela, LPC, NCC, CCM, brings over 25 years of mental health experience to Bridge To Wellness Centers. Her expertise spans emotional and psychological issues, providing compassionate care for individuals and families. She prioritizes creating a safe space for clients to regain wellness and harmony in their lives through personalized therapeutic approaches.
Anna E. Rae
Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor
Anna E. Rae, PhD, LPC-S, CSAC, offers 20 years of global counseling experience, specializing in trauma, substance abuse, and military family support. A member of the American Psychological Association, she focuses on enhancing client strengths to promote healing and alleviate chronic pain through culturally informed practices across four continents.
Heather Fitz-Randolph
Resident Therapist
Heather Fitz-Randolph, M.Ed, specializes in student and adolescent mental health, addressing school challenges, anxiety, and life transitions. She provides empathetic, non-judgmental care for neurodiverse and LGBTQIA families, fostering client-centered environments. Heather works toward her LPC licensure while supporting youth mental wellness in Virginia.
Cori L. Guevara
Therapist
Cori L. Guevara, a licensed counselor in Maine and Virginia, integrates trauma-informed practices and art therapy. With board certification in art therapy, she provides EMDR training and Trauma-Systems Therapy for refugees, emphasizing cultural humility and person-centered care for clients of all ages across diverse backgrounds.
Amber Ben-Hanania
Counseling Intern
Amber Ben-Hanania, a graduate of Stetson University, is pursuing her Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Antioch University Seattle. She provides therapy services in Virginia, Washington DC, and Maryland, focusing on intersectional mental health care for diverse populations while completing her advanced degree.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We offer individual therapy, couples counseling, CBT, EMDR, anger management, trauma therapy, and specialized support for depression, anxiety, ADHD, and PTSD.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Contact us via our website or phone to request a consultation. Our team will help you connect with a therapist and schedule your first session based on availability.
Do you accept insurance?
We provide receipts for out-of-network insurance reimbursement. Contact your provider to confirm mental health coverage and reimbursement rates for therapy services.
Are sessions available online?
Yes, we offer telehealth sessions for clients in Virginia, Washington DC, and Maryland. Virtual appointments provide accessible care from your preferred location.
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
We employ evidence-based methods including CBT, EMDR, person-centered therapy, and trauma-informed care tailored to each client's needs and goals.
Can you help with military family challenges?
Yes, our team has extensive experience supporting military members and families, addressing deployment stress, PTSD, and reintegration challenges through specialized counseling programs.
