ABOUT
Susanne Navas, LPC
I am a licensed psychotherapist in Northern Virginia. I specialize in supporting clients with issues including trauma, PTSD, eating disorders, addiction, depression and anxiety, grief, life transitions. I work with teens and adults, couples and families. Many of my clients are successful executives, competitive athletes, members of the military and intelligence community, First Responders.
Prior to becoming a therapist, I worked as a triathlon coach, life coach, health coach, and yoga instructor. My background in helping people with their physical wellness carries into my counseling, through a holistic approach that incorporates a mind-body connection. I help clients understand the physiological response we have to stress and trauma, and support clients in developing skills that help them feel more in control and empowered. Additionally, I regard our physical body as an integral part of the process, and take nutrition, sleep, movement and overall physical fitness into account from initial evaluation through the entire healing and recovery process.
Every client receives a customized approach that includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I am advance-trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), which I apply with incredible results for trauma, phobias, performance anxiety, etc. (read more here).
My style is direct, I have a great sense of humor (therapy is work but shouldn't be a slog!), and I am constantly learning. I love thinking outside the box. We can incorporate art, movement, music, writing into our work together. If you wish to incorporate your faith into the work, I welcome this.
When not working, I am lifting weights, walking my 2 dogs, or traveling with my family (husband and when lucky, my 2 adult kids). I am fluent in Spanish and French.
Education:
MEd Clinician Mental Health Counseling, College of William & Mary
MA International Affairs, American University
BA French, Rutgers University
Licensed Professional Counselor, Virginia #0701015753