Online Forgiveness therapists in Fairfax, Virginia VA
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Jessica Anderson, PsyD
Psychologist, PsyD
Holding onto hurt, resentment, or guilt can feel heavy and exhausting. Whether it’s about something someone else did or something you’re struggling to forgive in yourself, these feelings can impact your relationships and overall well-being. I help teens and young adults work through these experiences at their own pace, making space for understanding, self-compassion, and healing. Forgiveness doesn’t mean forgetting—it means finding a way to move forward with greater peace and clarity.
21 Years Experience
Online in Fairfax, VA (Online Only)
Heinig Health and Wellness Counseling
Psychologist, Ph.D. Clinical Psychology, M.S. Health Psychology, M.A. Clinical Psychology, PSYPACT Providers
We support individuals in exploring and working through the process of forgiveness as a pathway toward emotional healing, relief, and personal growth. Through a compassionate and evidence-based therapeutic approach, clients are guided in understanding hurt, resentment, and relational pain while developing healthier ways to process and release these experiences. Our work emphasizes self-compassion, emotional clarity, and boundary-setting, helping clients move toward greater peace, acceptance, and improved well-being—at their own pace and in alignment with their values.
7 Years Experience
Online in Fairfax, VA (Online Only)
Rebecca Castle-Waller
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Hey Survivor, are you tired of feeling guilty and overwhelmed all the time? Everyone else seems so together and you're stuck battling your past? I get it. My name is Rebecca Castle-Waller and I help badass women with trauma become present in their lives and in their relationships, so you can actually enjoy this life you've built.
Many of my clients grew up in chaotic and unstable homes where from a young age they started taking care of others. Making meals, waking their parents up for work, getting their siblings off to school. From there, you went on to take care of your partner and your kiddos while also working hard to keep everything running smoothly. Now with work and relationships and family drama and life you feel constantly stressed out and like you should be doing more. Oh, and you're doing all of this while facing nightmares, flashbacks, numbness, random waves of anger, and the like. Who's taking care of you?
Let's give you a space where you can be your messy, imperfect self so you can finally take care of you. It's time to heal your trauma, you've built an amazing life and you deserve to actually live it.
7 Years Experience
Online in Fairfax, VA (Online Only)
Aaron Kapin
Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, SEP, LMT
Forgiveness is a loaded word. I'm not interested in telling you who to forgive, or how. But if you find yourself focused on the events surrounding a specific person, there might be some survival energy, emotional or physical, tied into that situation.
Using Somatic Experiencing to express and move that survival response so you feel safe again can help you 'un-fixate' from that person...and some may call that forgiveness. I prefer the term 'moving on', but we all have different language for this kind of thing.
11 Years Experience
Online in Fairfax, VA (Online Only)
Dr. Jeff J. Rocker
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, PH.D, NCC, LMHC, LCPC, LPC
Rocker Health has experienced and competent staff to deal with these issues.
15 Years Experience
Online in Fairfax, VA
Bill Hoekstra
Psychologist, Psy.D., LP DBSM
Feeling weighed down by emotional burdens or struggling to move forward after harmful events? I have 24+ years of experience helping individuals overcome a wide range of challenges that impact their well-being.
I specialize in supporting individuals who are facing emotional difficulties related to past experiences; dealing with the ongoing effects of painful events; and struggling with feelings like sadness, anger, or frustration.
I utilize various evidence-based treatments, tailored to your specific needs, to help you empower yourself to manage your emotions and cope with challenges, navigate the healing process healthily and constructively, and gain a sense of control and peace of mind.
If you're ready to take steps towards feeling better and living a more fulfilling life, contact me today for a free consultation.
28 Years Experience
Online in Fairfax, VA (Online Only)
Washington Psychological Wellness
Counselor/Therapist
Washington Psychological Wellness is a boutique-style mental health practice located in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Our clinicians are specialized in the diagnosis and treatment of various mental health conditions in children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Our clinicians provide a non-judgmental collaborative environment in which one can take risks and explore different ways of thinking, feeling, and being. We aim to help you gain clarity about the underlying causes of your current distress, provide strategies to help you cope, and empower you to trust your inner voice and live each day authentically. Our therapists will tailor treatment to your unique needs. Treatment will include an integrative approach consisting of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness meditation, solution-focused therapy, person-centered therapy, and other holistic and empirically validated therapeutic modalities. Our goal is to help you lead a life worth living. We are currently accepting new clients. Telehealth (online) therapy options are available. Call now to schedule your appointment!
12 Years Experience
Online in Fairfax, VA
The Wellness Sanctuary
Counselor/Therapist, Behavioral Health
Experienced Ordained Minister and Christian Counselor
23 Years Experience
Online in Fairfax, VA
Support Systems, Inc.
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, PhD, NCC, ACS
Support Systems provides forgiveness counseling and assists individuals with moving in the direction of forgiveness and releasing feelings of anger and resentment
19 Years Experience
Online in Fairfax, VA
LEGACY MENTAL HEALTH CONSULTING SERVICES
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Legacy Mental Health Consulting Services provides supportive, insight‑driven care for individuals seeking healing through forgiveness—whether toward others, themselves, or past experiences that continue to cause emotional pain. We understand that forgiveness is not about excusing harm but about releasing the weight of resentment, guilt, or unresolved hurt. Through approaches such as CBT, mindfulness, compassion‑focused therapy, and trauma‑informed exploration, we help clients process difficult emotions, challenge self‑blame, and cultivate healthier internal narratives. Our work focuses on empowering clients to reclaim peace, strengthen emotional resilience, and move forward with a renewed sense of freedom and self‑compassion. Whether forgiveness is part of personal growth, relationship repair, or spiritual healing, we offer a safe, steady space to support the journey.
12 Years Experience
Online in Fairfax, VA
Dr. Brandee Zettel
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC
In my Christian counseling practice, I help clients navigate forgiveness as a decision, a command, and a journey. Together, we work through the practical stages of forgiving others, allowing you to walk in obedience while finding personal freedom and the strength to leave the past behind.
11 Years Experience
Online in Fairfax, VA (Online Only)
Camille Larsen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LAC
Forgiveness doesn't mean whoever you need to forgive gets a pass for what they did; it means you release yourself from the emotional prison you have become locked in with this person so you can be free. Would you like the people you love to get all of your presence?
10 Years Experience
Online in Fairfax, VA
Lisa Panelo
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MS, LCSW, CTMH
Holding on to hurt can feel heavy, whether it’s toward yourself or someone else. If you’re seeking a path toward forgiveness, therapy can provide the support and guidance to explore those feelings without judgment. Together, we’ll work on easing the weight of resentment, finding clarity, and moving toward a sense of peace and freedom.
19 Years Experience
Online in Fairfax, VA (Online Only)
Mary Knoblock, DNH
Hypnotherapist, DNH, RTT Practitioner, Hypnotist, Holistic Naturopath Practitioner, Spiritual Counselor
For forgiveness work, we can do prayer work and identify areas that you want help finding forgiveness for. Using spiritual counseling we can restore your sense of wellbeing.
11 Years Experience
Online in Fairfax, VA (Online Only)
South Psychology
Psychologist, PhD
Are you carrying the weight of unforgiveness? At South Psychology, we understand the profound impact that holding onto resentment and hurt can have on your mental health. Our mission is to guide you through the forgiveness journey, fostering healing and emotional freedom.
Our Approach:
Uncover and Heal: Our experienced therapists help you explore the depth of your emotions. We create a safe space for you to express anger, pain, and betrayal. Together, we work toward understanding and releasing these burdens.
Commitment to Forgive: Forgiveness is a choice. We support you in making that commitment, even when it feels challenging. Letting go doesn’t mean condoning hurtful actions; it means freeing yourself from their grip.
Discover Meaning: Beyond forgiveness lies meaning. We help you find purpose in your suffering, explore your own faults, and recognize the need for self-forgiveness. This transformative process leads to emotional growth.
How We Can Help:
Therapy for Forgiveness: Our evidence-based therapy addresses the emotional complexities of forgiveness. We provide practical tools to navigate this intricate terrain.
New Beginnings: Discover a fresh perspective on life. Let go of resentment and embrace the possibility of healing relationships and inner peace.
The Forgiveness Triangle: We guide you through the three phases of forgiveness: uncovering, committing, and discovering meaning.
8 Years Experience
Online in Fairfax, VA
Grace in the Shadows
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MDiv, MA, NCMHC, ALMHC, VALMHC, SCMHC, FLMHC, KYMHC, IDMHC
I approach forgiveness as a central aspect of healing, drawing upon psychological insights and Christian teachings. Recognizing forgiveness as a transformative and freeing process, I integrate biblical principles on forgiveness, love, and grace into therapy sessions. Emphasizing the example of Christ's forgiveness, I encourage clients to explore their faith and find strength in extending forgiveness to others and themselves. The therapeutic process may involve prayer, scriptural reflection, and discussions on the importance of forgiveness in the Christian journey. I guide individuals in understanding the relational and emotional benefits of forgiveness while addressing any barriers that may hinder the process. This integrative approach seeks to help clients navigate the complexities of forgiveness, fostering emotional healing and reconciliation within the framework of their Christian beliefs.
11 Years Experience
Online in Fairfax, VA (Online Only)
Summit Counseling Services
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LPC, LCSW, ATR-BC
Forgiveness and issues in this area can be deep rooted and often related to trauma. Individual and couples counseling can be used to target forgiveness.
24 Years Experience
Online in Fairfax, VA
Allison Bernardo
Pre-Licensed Professional, Resident in Counseling
Forgiveness is a personal journey, not something that can be rushed or forced. Whether you’re working toward forgiving someone else or yourself, therapy provides a space to process hurt, anger, guilt, and resentment while discovering what healing looks like for you.
1 Years Experience
Online in Fairfax, VA
Elisha S Lee
Counselor/Therapist, NCCA CTCC CPC
Forgiveness counseling is a transformative process that facilitates the release of resentment, anger, and hurt that often maintains a hold on one's emotional well-being. Our services in this area focus on assisting clients as they navigate the complex path toward forgiving others and, equally importantly, themselves. This journey can pave the way for healing, inner peace, and the restoration of fractured relationships.
Fostering Compassion and Peace Through Forgiveness
* Understanding Forgiveness: We begin by exploring the true meaning of forgiveness, debunking myths, and setting realistic expectations about what forgiveness does and does not entail.
* Addressing Emotional Pain: A safe and empathetic space for clients to express and work through the emotional pain that has inhibited their ability to forgive, fostering a deeper understanding of their own feelings and experiences.
* Personal Empowerment: Forgiveness is framed as a choice and an act of personal empowerment, rather than a sign of weakness or an obligation to others.
* Letting Go of Harmful Attachments: Counseling focuses on helping individuals let go of negative attachments to past events and the people who have caused them harm, enabling them to reclaim their mental and emotional freedom.
* Reconciliation versus Release: We help clients discern between reconciliation—a restored relationship with the one who wronged them—and release, which is to free oneself from the burden of unresolved hurt.
Goals of Forgiveness Counseling
Our forgiveness counseling aims to assist clients in:
* Processing and Accepting Hurtful Events: Acknowledge and accept the reality of what happened in order to move forward.
* Liberating from the Past: Break free from the anchor of past hurts that impede current happiness and emotional wellness.
* Enhancing Personal Growth: Use the process of forgiveness as a catalyst for personal growth and self-improvement.
* Healing Emotional Wounds: Begin to heal the emotional wounds inflicted by others or oneself.
* Restoring Inner Peace: Achieving a sense of inner peace, regardless of whether the relationship with the offender is reconciled.
The act of forgiveness can be a profoundly liberating experience that goes far beyond mending relationships with others—it's an act of healing for oneself. Our skilled therapists are dedicated to guiding you through the emotional complexities of forgiveness, empowering you to let go of the past and embrace a more peaceful, fulfilling future. Connect with us to explore how forgiveness counseling can be a vital step in your personal journey of healing and growth.
9 Years Experience
Online in Fairfax, VA
Paws2Heal Mental Health Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Forgiveness is a personal journey, not an obligation. Therapy helps you process hurt, establish healthy boundaries, and find healing in a way that feels genuine and empowering.
8 Years Experience
Online in Fairfax, VA
Forgiveness therapists in Fairfax, Virginia Statistics
Forgiveness therapists in Fairfax, Virginia average 16 years of experience and charge around $202 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Forgiveness (100%), Anxiety or Fears (90%), and Depression (84%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$202
Gender ID
| 58% |
Female |
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| 35% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 65% |
In Person and Online |
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| 35% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 100% | Forgiveness |
| 90% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 84% | Depression |
| 80% | Self Esteem |
| 77% | Stress |
| 75% | Loss or Grief |
| 70% | Trauma and PTSD |