Expand Psychology

Expand Psychology Northern VA mental health clinic offering high quality therapy & psych assessments for all ages.

As we continue to celebrate 20 years of service and our exciting rebrand to  Psychology, our founder, Dr. Katie O'Meara,...
10/21/2025

As we continue to celebrate 20 years of service and our exciting rebrand to Psychology, our founder, Dr. Katie O'Meara, Psy.D., sat down to write about our journey as a practice and share the inspiration behind our new name and how it reflects our ongoing commitment to growth, connection, and meaningful change.

Check out the Note from our Founder at this link: https://expandpsychologyva.com/blog/founder-note

As a therapy practice in  , we know that the lives of many of our clients are tied directly or indirectly to the federal...
10/10/2025

As a therapy practice in , we know that the lives of many of our clients are tied directly or indirectly to the federal government and are deeply impacted by the current government shutdown. If you or someone you know is struggling with the and of the shutdown, read our most recent blog post written by Ashley French, MSW, about steps individuals can take to sustain their social-emotional health during the shutdown.

And If you are struggling with financial or career uncertainty and are looking for support, reach out to us at Expand Psychology and we would be happy to connect you with resources both within and outside the practice.

ANNOUNCEMENT! In honor of all the ways have expanded our services over the past 20 years to meet the mental health needs...
10/06/2025

ANNOUNCEMENT!

In honor of all the ways have expanded our services over the past 20 years to meet the mental health needs of our clients, we are excited to announce that we are changing our practice name from Center for Cognitive Therapy and Assessment to Expand Psychology!

Learn more about the details of our exciting re-branding efforts, including a new logo based on the , at the link below, and keep an eye out for our name change on social media!

And explore our entire new website to see all of the ways that our multi-disciplinary team continues to support clients using a wide range of evidence-based services.

Blog Post Link: https://expandpsychologyva.com/blog/ccta

Have you ever seen this toy? Often found in the office of a child or adolescent therapist, the Hoberman Sphere is a spec...
09/26/2025

Have you ever seen this toy? Often found in the office of a child or adolescent therapist, the Hoberman Sphere is a special structure that relies on many interconnected parts working in harmony to expand and contract smoothly. Used to teach mindful breathing, it also represents how each of us rely on many different pieces and parts of our inner world to work in sync each day. When we experience struggles or change, we may need support from friends, family, or professionals (or some combination of them all) to help us stay connected.

If you are looking for support to regain stability or navigate a life change, feel free to reach out to us find a provider who can help.

And stay tuned for an exciting announcement next week about how the Hoberman Sphere is inspiring the future of our practice!

Our incredible team of clinicians at The Center for Cognitive Therapy came together today for a retreat dedicated to dee...
09/19/2025

Our incredible team of clinicians at The Center for Cognitive Therapy came together today for a retreat dedicated to deepening our connections, reflecting on our values, and continuing to foster collaboration among the excellent and passionate providers that make our practice so special. Here’s a snapshot of our time together, with a hint about exciting updates on how we are continuing to expand our practice…to be announced soon!

Meet Dr. Lindsay Burdette! Lindsay works with adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, depression, and trauma. As a fo...
08/28/2025

Meet Dr. Lindsay Burdette! Lindsay works with adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, depression, and trauma. As a former high-level athlete, Lindsay also specializes in working with athletes and other high-performing individuals in demanding environments.

Lindsay focuses on forming trusting relationships with her clients to help them work through areas of struggle, find their unique strengths, and live more rewarding lives.

Interested in working with Lindsay? Contact our office to learn more about getting started!

We know that jumping back into school mode with your kids is not easy! If you are looking for ideas to help make the tra...
08/21/2025

We know that jumping back into school mode with your kids is not easy! If you are looking for ideas to help make the transition smoother, check out our new blog post written by Isabelle Harris, M.Ed., LPC-R.

Do you or your child need help with adjusting back to school? Other life transitions? Reach out to us at The Center for Cognitive Therapy to learn about child and adolescent therapy services as well as parent coaching and other family supports.

Blog Post Link: https://centerforcbtva.com/back-to-school-supporting-smooth-transition-elementary-aged-kids/

Finding the right therapist or assessment provider can feel difficult. Our intake process is designed to ask the right q...
08/14/2025

Finding the right therapist or assessment provider can feel difficult. Our intake process is designed to ask the right questions and understand your needs so we can help you find the best fit, not just the next available one. Call us at The Center for Cognitive Therapy at (703) 618-0900 to speak with our intake coordinator for support in taking the next steps.

If you are supporting a teen through depression, you might wish you could snap your fingers and make their struggles dis...
08/07/2025

If you are supporting a teen through depression, you might wish you could snap your fingers and make their struggles disappear. While change may take time, we can teach you some simple, meaningful ways to support your teen.

Read our latest blog post by Licensed Psychologist, Jessica Pavlick, Psy.D., to learn more and reach out to The Center for Cognitive Therapy to discuss additional therapeutic and assessment support we can provide to both you and your teen!

Blog Post Link: https://centerforcbtva.com/are-you-concerned-your-child-or-teen-may-be-depressed-be-on-the-lookout-for-symptoms-of-depression/

At The Center for Cognitive Therapy we are continuing to expand our staff and services and will be announcing some new u...
07/31/2025

At The Center for Cognitive Therapy we are continuing to expand our staff and services and will be announcing some new updates soon to amplify some exciting changes – which called for a photoshoot! Here's a sneak peek from . Stay tuned for more soon!

National Parents’ Day allows us to recognize how important responsible parenting is to family dynamics and the mental he...
07/27/2025

National Parents’ Day allows us to recognize how important responsible parenting is to family dynamics and the mental health of all individuals. Parents come in all different forms, and we are dedicated to helping equip caregivers with the knowledge, support, and tools they need to raise and protect the children and adolescents in their lives.

At The Center for Cognitive Therapy we support the entire family by offering therapy for children, parents, co-parents, and families. If you are looking for parenting support, reach out to us and we would be happy to work with you!

Meet Isabelle Harris, a pre-licensed therapist who works with children, adolescents, and adults navigating a range of co...
07/24/2025

Meet Isabelle Harris, a pre-licensed therapist who works with children, adolescents, and adults navigating a range of concerns including anxiety, depression, OCD, relationship dynamics, grief and loss, self-esteem, perfectionism, and life transitions.

She’s passionate about helping clients cultivate self-compassion, gentle curiosity, and a growing sense of self-trust as they face life’s challenges.

As a professional counseling resident, Isabelle is able to offer lower-fee services and would be glad to connect with you about your needs. Reach out to our office to inquire about how you can work with Isabelle!

Address

1600 Duke Street, Suite 350
Alexandria, VA
22314

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 6pm

Telephone

+17036180900

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