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Self-harm means hurting yourself on purpose. Some people self-harm as a way to release painful emotions, such as low self-worth, poor body image, depression, or anxiety.

Self-harm is a coping mechanism that has both physical and emotional consequences, from infection to shame to putting yourself at risk for more severe actions such as suicide. (If you feel like you may take your own life; immediate support is available. Please call 800-273-8255 or text HOME to 741741.)

If you self-harm, help is available to learn other coping mechanisms that are better for your physical and emotional health. The first step is talking to a trained therapist who can help you understand your behaviors, their root causes, and how to feel better.

Whether you are located in downtown Alexandria, the suburbs of Alexandria, other nearby places such as Gaithersburg, Washington DC, or anywhere else in Virginia, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

How can self-harm therapy help you?

A self-harm therapist can help you address the root causes of self-harm and get you to a more stable, comfortable place in your life. Specifically, a therapist for self-harm can help you:

  • Develop positive coping mechanisms
  • Learn to regulate your emotions
  • Heal sources of pain such as past trauma
  • Feel more confident in who you are
  • Relieve feelings of anxiety and depression
  • Understand and prevent triggers

If you are still curious of how a self-harm therapist can help you, read this personal story about self-harm, trauma, and the benefits of therapy.

Get Self-Harm Therapy Today!

If you are self-harming, you should seek professional treatment as soon as possible. You deserve to learn new ways to cope that help you improve your life. There are proven treatments and tools available to you.

Mental Health Match can help you find an experienced self-harm therapist in your area. Start by browsing experts below or by using our free therapist matching tool.

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Christin Long
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Find ways to move past the trauma and improve relationships and overall well being by processing truama through evidenced based models including EMDR.


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Find ways to move past the trauma and improve relationships and overall well being by processing truama through evidenced based models including EMDR.

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I am a dedicated and compassionate psychotherapist committed to guiding individuals towards holistic well-being and self-discovery. I have had the privilege of working with diverse populations and a wide range of psychological concerns.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
  • Crisis
  • Depression
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Sexual Abuse
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Mindy Eaves
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The ultimate goal is for clients and their families to learn more about the effects trauma has on the body, triggers, and to reduce the frequency, intensity, and duration of symptoms. Clients are active participants in goal setting.


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The ultimate goal is for clients and their families to learn more about the effects trauma has on the body, triggers, and to reduce the frequency, intensity, and duration of symptoms. Clients are active participants in goal setting.

Something to know about my approach is:

I do not have clients walk me through the details of their trauma. I focus on working with clients to identify triggers and reduce the intensity, duration, and frequency of symptoms.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Addictions
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Aspergers
  • Autism in Adults
  • Borderline Personality
  • Chronic Stress
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Depressive Disorders
  • Divorce and Separation
  • Domestic Violence
  • Domestic Violence Survivors
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Infidelity
  • Panic Attacks
  • Panic Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Pregnancy
  • Premarital Counseling
  • Psychosis
  • Relationship Conflict
  • Relationships
  • Suicidal Ideation
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Monet Collins
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identify root causes of suffering, process historical life events and how they shape the person you are today, and explore spiritual, mental, physical, and emotional components of yourself.


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identify root causes of suffering, process historical life events and how they shape the person you are today, and explore spiritual, mental, physical, and emotional components of yourself.

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I believe everyone is capable of reconnecting with themselves and learning to accept and manage suffering to live a happy life.

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  • Anxiety
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Buddhist Meditation and Spirituality
  • Cultural Issues
  • Depression
  • Intergenerational Trauma
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Self-Acceptance
  • Self-Harm
  • Suicidal Ideation
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Sierra Dayton
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Navigate the stormy waters and you will be on your journey to better wellness and optimal mental health. From "surviving" to "thriving," you will not be alone as you heal from what has hindered you in the past, as it will not be your future.


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Navigate the stormy waters and you will be on your journey to better wellness and optimal mental health. From "surviving" to "thriving," you will not be alone as you heal from what has hindered you in the past, as it will not be your future.

Something to know about my approach is:

I will help you dismantle the deeply held beliefs (schemas) that promote the cognitions and behaviors that contribute to your daily struggles, whether it is related to fear of abandonment, feelings of emotional deprivation, or social isolation.

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  • Anorexia
  • Anxiety
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Binge Eating
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Body Image
  • Borderline Personality
  • Bulimia
  • Depression
  • Eating Disorders
  • High-Functioning Depression
  • Self-Esteem
  • Self-Harm
  • Suicidal Ideation
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Allison Kirsch
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We will work together to develop a treatment plan that is personalized to you. We will check in frequently on treatment progress and I will stay flexible to changing and expanding the approach as needed to best meet your needs.


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Together, we will:

We will work together to develop a treatment plan that is personalized to you. We will check in frequently on treatment progress and I will stay flexible to changing and expanding the approach as needed to best meet your needs.

Something to know about my approach is:

I integrate mind- and body-based approaches to help you explore areas for personal growth. I believe you are the expert on yourself and I am your partner in helping you process, uncover your strengths, and move towards your life goals.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Eating Disorders
  • Family Dynamics
  • Life Transitions
  • Self-Harm
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma
  • Women’s Health
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