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Missy Herendeen

LCSW-C, LICSW Choosing Clarity Therapy
Specialties: Adoption, Trauma, Attachment Issues, Family Conflict, Parenting,

Introduction

Do you ever ask, “Why can’t I be grateful for what I have?” You are complex. Sometimes it’s hard to pull apart all of the layers of identity, perfectionism, trauma, culture, relationships, grief, and living in this hellscape of a society. Maybe you're scared to be who you are internally out loud. You want to feel confident in your decision making. You want to find authentic relationships that are safe. The more you are able to be who you are on the inside out in public, the more you’re able to connect with and find the people who understand you. It's still hard or stressful, but it's also not impossible. I’m here to be that safe space where you can practice your authentic self. And then, I support you as you expand. I’m clear and direct, helping you see your ability to do the hard things. I'm an adoption-competent therapist, a Registered Yoga Teacher, and EMDR-trained/trauma informed and attachment focused. Maybe you've been to other therapists and they just don’t "get it." Set up a consultation call and see if we fit. If not, I can send you other referrals—I just want you to feel safe and joyful, whether or not we work together. Take the next step and email me!

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY White

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights
  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments

Licenses

  • LCSW-C #25872 (MD)
  • LCSW-C #0904015932 (VA)

Specialties

Additional focus areas


Treatment Approaches


Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Families

Age groups

  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Faiths

  • Christian
  • Agnostic
  • Jewish

Payment options

Pay with insurance

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Pay out-of-pocket

  • Psychotherapy $160
  • Consultation $160 - $250
  • Couples Therapy $200

Locations

Choosing Clarity Therapy
Alexandria, VA 22314-2739
Telehealth Office

Frequently asked questions

Is Missy Herendeen accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Missy Herendeen is currently accepting new clients but has not enabled online booking.
Does Missy Herendeen offer telehealth appointments? Missy Herendeen does offer telehealth appointments.
What areas does Missy Herendeen specialize in? Missy Herendeen specializes in the following areas: ADD/ADHD, Adoption, Anxiety, Attachment Issues, Coping Skills, Depression, Family Conflict, Grief, Parenting, Spirituality and Religion, Trauma, Cultural and Systemic Oppression, and Unconscious Bias.

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