Fairfax Mental Health & Wellness

01/05/2026

Parenting a child with ADHD can be challenging—and you don’t have to navigate it alone.

Fairfax Mental Health & Wellness is excited to announce our latest group therapy offering: a 6-week virtual parent group led by Dr. Megan Thomas, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, designed for parents of children ages 5–10.

This supportive group provides practical, evidence-based tools to help caregivers:
• Create more effective daily routines
• Strengthen parent-child connection and communication
• Support emotional regulation, coping skills, and resilience at home and school

🗓 Thursdays at 1:00 PM
📅 January 8 – February 12
💻 Virtual | Limited spaces available

Dr. Thomas brings extensive experience working with children and families across schools, outpatient clinics, and hospital settings, offering compassionate guidance parents can apply right away.

👉 Learn more or reserve your spot:
🌐 fairfaxpsych.com
📞 703-896-7628

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12/22/2025

👋 Please join us in welcoming Dr. Brett Thomas to Fairfax Mental Health & Wellness!

Dr. Thomas is a psychiatrist specializing in care for children, adolescents, and adults. He treats a wide range of mental-health concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma-related disorders, ADHD, and mood disorders.

Before entering medicine, Dr. Thomas served for over 15 years as a U.S. Navy SEAL 🇺🇸. His experiences supporting service members and their families inspired his dedication to psychiatry and compassionate, evidence-based mental-health care.

Dr. Thomas takes a collaborative, patient-centered approach, integrating medication management with psychotherapy and lifestyle principles to support long-term well-being.

We’re thrilled to have him on our team and excited for the care he’ll provide to our community 💙

🔗 Learn more about Dr. Thomas:
https://www.fairfaxpsych.com/individual-team-pages/brett-thomas

📅 Ready to get started? Request an appointment here:
https://www.fairfaxpsych.com/contact-us

11/04/2025

🌿 Welcome to the team, Dr. Aneesha Perkins, Psy.D.!

We’re thrilled to introduce Dr. Perkins, a Post-Doctoral Clinical Psychologist who brings warmth, compassion, and cultural sensitivity to her work with children, teens, and adults.

Dr. Perkins specializes in therapy and psychological assessments for trauma, anxiety, mood concerns, and emotional regulation. She believes in creating a safe, supportive space where clients can grow, heal, and thrive. 💚

✨ Now accepting new clients for both in-person and telehealth appointments!

Join us in giving Dr. Perkins a warm Fairfax Mental Health & Wellness welcome in the comments below — we’re so happy to have her with us!

10/18/2025

🌿 Self-Care for Parents — A Virtual Support Group from Fairfax Mental Health & Wellness 🌿

Parenting can be one of the most rewarding—and most exhausting—roles we take on. Between caring for everyone else, it’s easy to forget about our own needs.

Join us for a six-session virtual group designed to help parents recharge, reconnect with their values, and create realistic, sustainable self-care routines.

🗓 Thursdays at 1 PM | October 30 – December 11 (no session Thanksgiving week)
💻 Held virtually for your convenience
👩‍⚕️ Led by Dr. Thomas, Psy.D., PsyPact Certified, specializing in parent wellness and emotional balance
💰 We accept some insurances

Each week, you’ll:
✨ Explore what truly helps you recharge and refocus
✨ Try out new self-care approaches that fit your life
✨ Learn to align your daily habits with your parenting values

Whether you’re balancing work, family, or both, this group offers the tools and community to help you find your balance again.

👉 Limited spaces available — register today!
Visit fairfaxpsych.com
or call 703-896-7628 for more information.

10/03/2025

The uncertainty in Washington, D.C. is affecting many families right now. Stress, anxiety, and worry about what comes next can feel overwhelming. 💛

At Fairfax Mental Health & Wellness, we want you to know that support is here. We currently have availability for both therapy and medication management, and we accept many insurance plans.

If you or someone you love is feeling the impact of these uncertain times, please reach out to us at frontdesk@fairfaxpsych.com You don’t have to face this alone—we’re here to help.

05/27/2025

New Group Therapy Offering for Parents!! Wednesdays at 1pm running from June 11th-July 16th. Spots still available but filling up fast. Call us at 703.896.7628

Enhance Your Parenting Skills with ADHD Support

Parenting a teenager with ADHD presents distinct challenges, but you are not alone in navigating them. Join our upcoming six-week virtual series designed to equip you with proven tools to address daily obstacles, enhance bonding, and confidently guide your teen.

Led by Dr. Megan Thomas, a clinical psychologist specializing in ADHD and behavioral techniques, this series empowers parents with essential strategies to assist their teens with ADHD:

- Gain Insight into the ADHD Brain: Explore how ADHD manifests uniquely in teenagers.
- Enhance Executive Function: Support your teen in maintaining focus and consistency.
- Foster Better Communication: Minimize daily conflicts and strengthen your parent-teen relationship effectively.

01/13/2025

Parents know they rarely, if ever, get the chance to take time and focus on their own needs. But it's a new year and it's time to change that. Join Dr. Megan Thomas in her virtual 6-week group session where she’ll help you discover the benefits of self-care, teach you why self care isn't selfish, and you’ll learn relaxation techniques throughout.

These sessions are covered by the insurances we accept and for those of you using out of network benefits, we will provide you the documentation you need to get reimbursed.

Call us at 703-896-7628 or visit fairfaxpsych.com for more info.

01/06/2025

Due to the snow, our office will be closed today, January 6th 2025. All in-person appointments will be conducted via Telehealth.

If you have any questions, please call us at (703) 896-7628 or send us an message via our Contact Us Page:

https://www.fairfaxpsych.com/contact-us.

10/31/2024

This past weekend, Fairfax Mental Health and Wellness was proud to support an amazing organization in Northern Virginia, The Women's Center. Their vision is simple: mental wellness so all can thrive. We couldn’t agree more. It was a pleasure getting to meet their staff and other stakeholders in the area. To learn more about them, visit thewomenscenter.org/ Twc Page Jennifer Shore

10/21/2024

Only a few spots left in Dr. Thomas's 6-week virtual group therapy for parents of children with ADHD (ages 6-10)! Please contact our office for scheduling at (703) 896-7628 or email frontdesk@fairfaxpsych.com

10/09/2024

New blog! One of our amazing psychiatric nurse practitioners, Melissa Tortorice, explains medication management strategies for treating ADHD.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) affects millions of people worldwide, often manifesting in symptoms such as inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. For many individuals, medication management plays a crucial role in minimizing these symptoms and improving overall quality of life...

10/01/2024

It's October and a lot is happening at FMHW. Last month, we welcomed SIX new providers to the practice. Check out this month's practice update to learn about them and for some tips on tackling seasonal depression. We're also excited to announce that we are now offering forensic evaluations. More on that in the newsletter.

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