Risa Sanders, Ph.D
- 30 years of Experience
- United States
- McLean, Virginia
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Specialties: Aging, Anger Management, Anxiety, ADHD, Behavior Issues, Career Counseling, Marital / Premarital, Depression, Education/Personal Development, Family Conflict, Grief, Infertility, Interpersonal Relationships, Learning Disabilities, Life Transitions, OCD, Pain Management, Parenting, Personality Disorders, Phobias, Physical Illness/Impairment, Sexual Disorders, Sexual Orientation, Sexuality Issues, Stress
Specialties
Aging, Anger Management, Anxiety, ADHD, Behavior Issues, Career Counseling, Marital / Premarital, Depression, Education/Personal Development, Family Conflict, Grief, Infertility, Interpersonal Relationships, Learning Disabilities, Life Transitions, OCD, Pain Management, Parenting, Personality Disorders, Phobias, Physical Illness/Impairment, Sexual Disorders, Sexual Orientation, Sexuality Issues, Stress
Languages
English
Age Group Focus
Adolescents, Adults, Children, Seniors
Treatment Approaches
Behavioral, Behavioral Medicine, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Education Consultation, Evaluation/Diagnostic, Feminist, Holistic, Humanistic, Hypnotherapy, Information and Referral, Intervention, Meditation/Relaxation, Mindfulness Based Approaches, Parent Guidance, Play Therapy, Psychological Testing and Evaluation, Sex Therapy, Short-Term (Brief Treatment)
Issues
Addiction, Asperger's, Bipolar Disorder, Body Dysmorphic Disorder, Dual Diagnosis, Eating Disorders, Forensic, Gender Identity, Men's Issues, Postpartum, Self Abuse, Sleep or Insomnia, Suicidal Thoughts, Trauma / PTSD, Traumatic Brain Injury, Women's Issues
State License
Virginia
About Risa Sanders
I have been a Licensed Psychologist for over 25 years. Being part of my client's journey is a privilege I take very seriously. I am devoted to creating a warm and caring atmosphere where you can express your feelings, clarify your needs and goals, establish clear expectations, and develop the tools and skills to help you ahieve your healthiest potential. I believe humor and creativity are essential ingredients, and, while I primarily utilize a cognitive-behavioral approach, I believe in using a flexible process that incorporates the best of all systems in psychology. My special areas of interest include anxiety disorders such as OCD, panic attacks, social anxiety, and phobias, as well as family conflict, coping with divorce, ADD/ADHD, school concerns, bullying, behavioral issues/habits and over-indulgence (spending, internet, substances, etc;), parent training, and identity issues, among others. Please feel welcome to call to discuss your particular needs and interests, and I am very glad to answer any questions you might have about my practice.