Seek. Strive. Thrive.
Psychotherapy, Counseling, Coaching and Consulting
Encouraging people to seek the help they need, strive to take steps and develop skills, and thrive with gaining control over their lives.
Anindita Dwivedi, LPC, NCC
Seek
The first step toward well-being is seeking help and support from a qualified professional.
Strive
Develop the skills and strategies needed to navigate life's challenges with resilience.
Thrive
Take control of your life and feel empowered to live authentically and fully.
20+
Years of Experience
500+
Clients Supported
3
Languages Spoken
6+
Certified Modalities
Meet Your Therapist
I'm Anindita (Annie) Dwivedi, and I'm honored to support you on your journey toward healing and growth. With over 20 years of experience in mental health care, I bring both professional expertise and genuine compassion to our therapeutic work together.
My approach integrates evidence-based therapeutic modalities including EMDR, DBT, and mindfulness-based interventions. I believe in creating a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your experiences, develop coping strategies, and discover your innate capacity for healing.
Having practiced in both India and the United States, I bring cultural sensitivity and multilingual capabilities (English, Hindi, Urdu) to serve diverse communities. I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma recovery, and life transitions.
Areas of Specialization
Comprehensive, evidence-based therapy services tailored to your unique needs and goals.
Comprehensive treatment for generalized anxiety, panic disorders, social anxiety, and chronic stress. Using CBT, mindfulness, and relaxation techniques to help you regain control.
Treatment Areas:
- Panic Attack Management
- Social Anxiety
- Performance Anxiety
- Chronic Stress
- Workplace Burnout
Evidence-based treatment for depression, bipolar disorder, and mood-related challenges. Helping you rediscover hope, purpose, and emotional balance.
Treatment Areas:
- Major Depression
- Seasonal Affective Disorder
- Mood Fluctuations
- Low Energy
- Motivation Issues
Specialized EMDR Part II certified treatment for trauma, PTSD, and complex trauma. Safe, effective processing of difficult experiences to promote healing.
Treatment Areas:
- EMDR Therapy
- Complex Trauma
- PTSD Treatment
- Childhood Trauma
- Military Trauma
Compassionate support through loss of loved ones, relationship endings, job loss, or other significant life changes. Honoring your unique grieving process.
Treatment Areas:
- Loss of Loved Ones
- Relationship Endings
- Job Loss
- Pet Loss
- Complicated Grief
Improving communication, resolving conflicts, and strengthening connections in romantic, family, and professional relationships.
Treatment Areas:
- Communication Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Intimacy Issues
- Family Dynamics
- Boundary Setting
Support through major life changes including career transitions, relocation, retirement, parenthood, and other significant adjustments.
Treatment Areas:
- Career Changes
- Relocation Stress
- Empty Nest Syndrome
- Retirement Planning
- Parenthood Transition
Specialized support for teenagers and families navigating adolescent development, behavioral challenges, and parent-child relationships.
Treatment Areas:
- Teen Counseling
- Parent-Child Conflicts
- Behavioral Issues
- Academic Stress
- Identity Formation
Understanding the unique challenges of multicultural identity, immigration stress, and navigating between different cultural contexts.
Treatment Areas:
- Cultural Identity
- Immigration Stress
- Intergenerational Conflicts
- Acculturation
- Language Barriers
Evidence-Based Therapeutic Approaches
Utilizing proven therapeutic modalities tailored to your unique needs and goals. Each approach is selected based on current research and your individual preferences.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy for trauma and PTSD. Helps process difficult memories and reduce trauma symptoms effectively.
Key Benefits:
- Reduces trauma symptoms
- Processes difficult memories
- Evidence-based for PTSD
- Accelerated healing
DBT focuses on teaching practical skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness.
Key Benefits:
- Emotion regulation skills
- Crisis management tools
- Mindfulness techniques
- Relationship skills
Mindfulness-based interventions that help you stay present, reduce anxiety, and develop self-awareness and acceptance.
Key Benefits:
- Present moment awareness
- Anxiety reduction
- Self-compassion
- Stress management
CBT helps identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to emotional distress.
Key Benefits:
- Thought pattern awareness
- Behavioral changes
- Problem-solving skills
- Relapse prevention
A practical, goal-oriented approach that focuses on solutions and strengths rather than problems and pathology.
Key Benefits:
- Goal achievement
- Strength-based focus
- Practical solutions
- Efficient treatment
A collaborative approach that honors your expertise about your own life while providing empathetic support.
Key Benefits:
- Non-judgmental support
- Self-directed growth
- Authentic self-expression
- Empowering process
Understanding and improving family dynamics and relationships through systemic interventions.
Key Benefits:
- Improved communication
- Healthy boundaries
- Family healing
- Relationship repair
Comprehensive trauma treatment using multiple evidence-based approaches tailored to your specific needs.
Key Benefits:
- Trauma processing
- Safety building
- Resilience development
- Recovery support
Why Choose Seek, Strive & Thrive?
Comprehensive mental health services designed with your comfort, convenience, and healing journey in mind.
Online & In-Person Sessions
Flexible therapy options including secure telehealth sessions and traditional in-person appointments.
Multilingual Services
Therapy sessions available in English, Hindi, and Urdu to serve diverse communities.
Insurance Accepted
Accepting most major insurance plans including Aetna, Anthem, Cigna, and UnitedHealthcare.
Flexible Scheduling
Evening and weekend appointments available to accommodate your busy schedule.
20+ Years Experience
Extensive experience in mental health care across diverse settings and populations.
Licensed in Virginia
Fully licensed Professional Counselor serving clients throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia.
What Clients Say
Real experiences from individuals who have found healing and growth through our therapeutic work together.
"Working with Annie has been transformative. Her compassionate approach and evidence-based techniques helped me navigate through anxiety and trauma. I finally feel like I have the tools to handle life's challenges with confidence."
Ready to Begin Your Journey?
Take the first step toward healing and growth. Schedule your free 15-minute consultation today to see if we're a good fit for your therapeutic journey.