The Ross Center - Optimal Treatment for Anxiety & Mental Health

11/05/2025

Stress doesn’t always show up in ways we can see and for many men, it can be hard to talk about.
This National Stress Awareness Day, we’re reminding everyone that taking care of your mental health can start small.
Try the 4-7-8 breathing technique: inhale for 4 seconds, hold for 7, exhale for 8.
Just a minute of mindful breathing can reset your body and calm your mind no conversation required.

11/05/2025

Avoidance often presents a barrier to successful treatment outcomes. In our webinar for mental health professionals, we will explain why some people behave in ways that are incompatible with recovery and focuses on working with both individuals and families. This specific webinar focuses on strategies to support the well-being of the whole family. Additionally the webinar will cover:
- Why some clients engage in behaviors that interfere with recovery
- Approaches to help individual clients benefit more fully from therapy
- Strategies to support the well-being of the entire family
- Recovery avoidance often presents a barrier to successful treatment outcomes. 

Join us to learn evidence-based ways to work with both individuals and families to improve outcomes.
Register now through our website. Link in bio under the name “Addressing Treatment Interfering Behaviors and Treatment Refusal”

11/03/2025

The Ross Center is currently accepting applications for two fellowship positions within its Psychology Postdoctoral Fellowship Program. The fellow will practice in both the DC and Northern VA office locations. Our comprehensive postdoctoral training program in Adult and Child/Adolescent Psychology is based on licensure standards and core competencies, including individual and group psychotherapy, psychological evaluation and testing, professional consultation and collaboration, and multicultural awareness. Although similar, our Adult and Child/Adolescent tracts for postdocs offer different training experiences. If one of our areas sound interesting to you, we encourage you to apply!

Early applications are recommended and will be reviewed on a rolling basis. All applicants must complete the online application process for our positions through the national APPA CAS system. The following materials must be uploaded in APPA CAS: cover letter specifying the focus area of interest, curriculum vitae, three (3) Letters of Recommendation (one must be from internship supervisor), and a de- identified recent neuropsychological/psychological report. Please feel free to e-mail Phoebe Long, PhD (plong@rosscenter.com) with any questions or concerns.

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween! Starting therapy can feel scary and certainly like a big step but asking the right questions during a consultation can help you find the right fit. These questions can guide your conversation and help you learn more about a therapist’s approach, expectations, and how they handle challenges that arise in the process.

10/30/2025

Dr. Sydney Brinson is a licensed clinical psychologist dedicated to providing evidence-based, compassionate care to teens, young adults, and adults. Her approach is grounded in genuine connection, and she puts clients at ease with her warm, engaging demeanor. Dr. Brinson understands the challenges and opportunities of living in the city, and often supports individuals navigating workplace stress, burnout, relationship dynamics, and issues of power and identity. Her approach helps clients build resilience, gain perspective, and discover practical strategies for change.

Interested in working with Dr. Brinson? Call our New York, NY location at (212) 337-0600 to schedule a brief introductory phone call with Dr. Brinson at no cost prior to your first appointment.

10/23/2025

If you often ride a roller-coaster of intense emotions—switching from frustration to shame to worry in minutes—you’re not alone. Many adults struggle to manage their emotional reactions at work, parenting children, and in relationships, even after years of trying traditional talk therapy. This fall, The Ross Center is launching new Adult Comprehensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Skills Group, an evidence-based approach that teaches concrete tools for calming the body, clarifying thoughts and feelings, tolerating distress, and building stronger connections with others.

Call now to schedule a free 15 minute consultation.
Contact Us: Vienna, VA (Northern Virginia): 703-687-6610
Prefer virtual? We offer secure telehealth DBT groups for residents of DC, Virginia, Maryland, and additional PSYPACT states. Harness proven strategies to steady emotions, navigate conflicts, and reclaim the life you want. Join our Adult Comprehensive DBT Program Skills Group and start learning DBT skills you’ll use for years to come.

10/22/2025

The Ross Center is currently accepting applications for two fellowship positions within its Psychology Postdoctoral Fellowship Program. The fellow will practice in both the DC and Northern VA office locations. Our comprehensive postdoctoral training program in Adult and Child/Adolescent Psychology is based on licensure standards and core competencies, including individual and group psychotherapy, psychological evaluation and testing, professional consultation and collaboration, and multicultural awareness. Training experiences are highly personalized to the unique interests of the fellow.

Early applications are encouraged and will be reviewed on a rolling basis. All applicants must complete the online application process for our positions through the national APPA CAS system. The following materials must be uploaded in APPA CAS: cover letter specifying the focus area of interest, curriculum vitae, three (3) Letters of Recommendation (one must be from internship supervisor), and a de- identified recent neuropsychological/psychological report. Please feel free to e-mail Phoebe Long, PhD (plong@rosscenter.com) with any questions or concerns.

10/20/2025

October is Selective Mutism Awareness Month, a time to spotlight a little-understood anxiety disorder that leaves many children not speaking in certain places even though they chat freely at home. If you’ve noticed a child with selective mutism (SM) talking (or even yelling) to siblings at home, yet freezing when a teacher asks them to “please answer questions” early action makes all the difference. This post briefly explains selective mutism and how parents can jump-start recovery long before Halloween costumes appear.

10/18/2025

10/17/2025

The Ross Center is pleased to announce that our Testing & Assessment services are now offered for families in New York City with immediate availability. Our evaluators are highly sensitive to the fact that the assessment process may be stressful and challenging for many people. Our goal is to provide a relaxed atmosphere for children and adults alike where we can discover patterns of strengths and weaknesses unique to each individual. With age-appropriate methodology and a sensitive, compassionate approach, our evaluators ensure that the testing process is engaging so that each individual has the opportunity to perform their best.

Interested in booking a consultation for an assessment? Call us at one of our locations to schedule a virtual meeting for a personalized, individual consultation session. In the consultation session we learn about your circumstances and concerns, and provide a personalized recommendation for a testing plan that is optimized to meet your needs. Phone information below.

Washington, DC: (202) 363-1010
Nothern VA: (703) 687-6610
New York, NY: (212) 337-0600

10/16/2025

Meet Dr. Moss, a psychologist at the Ross Center in New York, NY. Dr. Moss is a licensed clinical psychologist who brings warmth, clarity, and compassion to her work as a psychotherapist. Dr. Moss tailors treatment to younger patients, using age-appropriate interventions and developmental norms to create an engaging and effective environment for skill development and growth. She incorporates parents as co-pilots in treatment, leveraging their expertise and supporting them with strategies for behavior management and communication at home. Parents appreciate her ability to connect with their teens who are struggling with anger management, risky behaviors, and emotional ups and downs. Those who work with Dr. Moss often describe their time with her as meaningful and inspiring. Swipe to read more about Dr. Moss specializations, prior trainings, and practice philsophy.

Interested in working with Dr. Moss? Call our New York, NY location at (212) 337-0600 to schedule a brief introductory phone call with Dr. Moss at no cost prior to your first appointment.

10/09/2025

Wondering what The Ross Centers been up to? Here are some events that we’ve been planning and are hosting in the month of October. Make sure to turn our post notifications on so that you are one of the first to hear about our new professional development series, parent webinars, or individual and group therapy openings!