Business Details
18 Years
experience
Comprehensive Mental Health Therapy & Testing in Vienna, VA
FamilyFirst Psychological Services has been dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health care since 2008. Our team of highly qualified, licensed clinicians offers a warm, welcoming, and confidential environment for individuals from childhood through adulthood. We specialize in addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, learning disabilities, and life transitions through evidence-based therapies tailored to each client's unique needs. Our psychological testing services deliver diagnostic clarity and personalized treatment plans, while our wellness programs promote holistic mental health.With deep expertise in child, teen, young adult, and adult therapy, we empower clients to build resilience, improve relationships, and achieve personal growth. Our clinicians combine decades of collective experience with compassionate care to help families navigate emotional challenges and foster long-term well-being.
Services
Child Therapy
Teen Therapy
Young Adult Therapy
Adult Therapy
Couples Therapy
Psychological Testing
Psychoeducational Testing
Developmental Testing
Social/Emotional Testing
Autism Spectrum Testing
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We've provided expert mental health care since 2008 with licensed clinicians
- Our personalized treatment plans address unique emotional and behavioral needs
- Specialized services for children through adults in one comprehensive practice
- Comprehensive psychological testing identifies root causes of learning challenges
- Confidential environment with evidence-based therapies for anxiety and depression
What people say
Compassionate clinicians
Personalized treatment plans
Effective anxiety management
Accurate diagnostic testing
Family-centered approach
Services
Child Therapy
Our child therapy services help young clients develop emotional regulation and behavioral management skills through play-based interventions. Parents receive actionable strategies to reinforce progress at home and school. Clinicians maintain open communication to ensure coordinated care for children facing anxiety, social challenges, or developmental concerns.
Psychological Testing
Comprehensive psychological assessments identify cognitive, emotional, and behavioral patterns affecting academic or personal performance. Testing includes diagnostic clarity for conditions like ADHD, learning disabilities, and autism spectrum disorders. Results guide personalized treatment plans and school accommodation recommendations for children and adults.
Teen Therapy
Specialized teen therapy addresses anxiety, depression, identity exploration, and social pressures in a confidential setting. Evidence-based techniques help adolescents build coping skills for academic stress, family dynamics, and self-esteem challenges. Sessions focus on developing healthy relationships and emotional resilience during critical developmental years.
Adult Therapy
Adult therapy services address life transitions, career challenges, relationship issues, and chronic mental health conditions. Our clinicians use cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness approaches to improve emotional regulation, communication skills, and work-life balance. Treatment emphasizes personal growth and developing sustainable coping strategies for long-term mental wellness.
Couples Therapy
Couples therapy focuses on improving communication patterns, conflict resolution, and emotional intimacy between partners. Our clinicians help couples navigate life transitions, parenting challenges, and trust issues through structured sessions that promote mutual understanding and relationship strengthening techniques.
People
Dr. Kelly Theis
Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Theis specializes in child and adolescent psychology with 15+ years of experience in developmental disorders and family systems therapy. She employs evidence-based interventions to address behavioral challenges and learning differences.
Dr. Maria Kanakos
Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Kanakos focuses on adult mental health and psychological testing, with expertise in anxiety disorders and career transition counseling. She has published research on cognitive-behavioral therapy applications for chronic stress management.
Dr. Kathleen McElhaney
Licensed Psychologist
Dr. McElhaney specializes in autism spectrum testing and developmental assessments for children. Her work combines diagnostic evaluation with practical strategies for families navigating educational and social challenges.
Dr. Marcia Mofson
Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Mofson provides therapy for teens and young adults, focusing on identity development and transition to independence. She has developed programs addressing anxiety management and academic performance optimization.
Dr. Lisa Rochford
Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Rochford specializes in couples therapy and family systems, with 20+ years helping partners improve communication and resolve relationship conflicts through evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
Questions
How can I find a trusted therapist near me in Vienna, VA?
FamilyFirst Psychological Services offers in-person and telehealth therapy sessions throughout Vienna, VA with licensed professionals specializing in all life stages since 2008.
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide child, teen, young adult, and adult therapy, psychological testing, couples counseling, and wellness programs addressing anxiety, depression, ADHD, and developmental challenges.
Do you offer psychological testing for learning differences?
Yes, our comprehensive psychological testing includes diagnostic evaluations for learning disabilities, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, and cognitive challenges with school accommodation recommendations.
What happens during the first therapy session?
Initial sessions focus on understanding your concerns, reviewing personal history, and establishing treatment goals through collaborative discussion with your licensed clinician.
Can you help with family relationship challenges?
Our clinicians specialize in improving family communication patterns through individual and couples therapy addressing parenting challenges, generational dynamics, and conflict resolution strategies.
