Resident in Counseling
Annamarie Kirscht is a Resident in Counseling currently providing telehealth services and will be offering in-person sessions at our new Fairfax location upon its opening in August. She received her Master of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a concentration in Military and Veterans Counseling from William and Mary. She also graduated from William and Mary with a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience and Economics.Â
Annamarie has experience working in several different levels of care, including inpatient hospitalization, partial hospitalization programs, intensive outpatient programs, residential settings, and outpatient care. Annamarie has worked with individuals of all ages from childhood and adolescence through adulthood. Much of her experience has been working with individuals who have experienced trauma and are working through depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Annamarie is particularly passionate about working with military-connected individuals and supporting the individuals and family of those who have served our country.
Annamarie uses a person-centered and strength-based approach with all of her clients as she values a collaborative relationship in counseling. She believes clients are the experts on themselves and their experience. She aims to walk alongside you to work through challenges, empowering you to cultivate your most authentic self. Annamarie uses elements from Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in her sessions to adjust to the best fit for you!
Annamarie values a genuine connection in counseling and focuses on honoring the sacred therapeutic relationship while enthusiastically supporting you.
As a Resident in Counseling, Annamarie is involved in Virginia’s state licensure process becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). She works under the supervision of Carolyn Alvarado, LPC, at Healthy Minds Therapy. For any questions or concerns related to Annamarie’s work, Carolyn can be reached at calvarado@healthyminds-therapy.