Alexandria & Fairfax Psychotherapy Associates

Central Washington Psychotherapy Associates (CWPA) is a distinguished association of psychotherapists and psychoanalysts, providing a wide range of psychological services and mental health wellness solutions. With offices located in Washington, DC (Dupont Circle and Woodley Park), Bethesda and Takoma Park, MD, and Alexandria, VA, we are equipped to serve the psychotherapy needs of individuals, couples, and families in the DC metro area. Our team of skilled psychotherapists offers coaching, short-term counseling, traditional psychotherapy, child psychotherapy, and depth psychoanalysis, ensuring we can help you meet your unique goals.

Our Services

At CWPA, we specialize in various psychological issues, including:

1. Depression

2. Anxiety

3. Panic

4. Marriage and couples counseling

5. Workplace functioning and decision-making

6. Child psychotherapy

Our psychotherapists also address specific concerns, such as life transitions, grief and loss, addictions, compulsions, recovery, phobias, trauma, sexual satisfaction, and sexual orientation exploration. They are experienced in providing counseling for couples and marital issues, career counseling, and spirituality matters.

For Those New to Therapy

For those new to therapy, determining which services and therapists to choose can be a daunting task. Explore our website and the provided links for valuable mental health resources. Our page on How to Choose a Psychotherapist can help guide your decision. Our Director, Robert Sheavly, LICSW, DCSW, is also available for consultation to help determine your psychotherapy needs and the best way to proceed. We offer an initial phone consultation free of charge.

Treatment Modalities and Specializations

CWPA offers a variety of treatment modalities and areas of specialization, ensuring a tailored approach to psychotherapy. Our psychotherapists and psychoanalysts specialize in addressing depression, anxiety, grief and loss, addictions, trauma, sexual satisfaction, and sexual orientation exploration, among others. Browse the biographical information for each of our psychotherapists to learn more about their unique treatment philosophies and areas of expertise. Several of our psychotherapists have undergone extensive postgraduate training to become credentialed as psychoanalysts, offering a more intensive and focused therapeutic experience.

Philosophy

While our psychotherapists maintain individual differences in treatment philosophy, several core beliefs are shared:

1. Change is possible.

2. Every person possesses the inner resources to make desired change.

3. Psychotherapy works best in a relationship characterized by empathy, trust, and an unconditional positive regard.

Many of the CWPA psychotherapists have been influenced by the work of C. G. Jung, the Swiss psychoanalyst known for his profound impact on psychotherapy and psychoanalysis. Jungian Psychology can provide valuable insights into understanding ourselves and navigating life's challenges.

Reach Out

We invite you to explore our site and learn more about our psychotherapy services. We understand that psychotherapy can be a challenging process, but change, growth, and satisfaction in life are possible. Please do not hesitate to Contact Us. We are here to help. We'll get back to you as soon as possible, often within minutes.

• Robert Sheavly, LICSW, DCSW