Business Details
18 Years
experience
Trusted Mental Health Therapy in Vienna, VA
FamilyFirst Psychological Services was founded in 2008 with a mission to provide personalized, compassionate mental health care for individuals and families. Our team of licensed psychologists and social workers brings decades of combined experience in evidence-based therapeutic approaches, specializing in child, adolescent, and adult therapy alongside comprehensive psychological testing. We prioritize building strong therapeutic relationships while maintaining a non-judgmental environment that fosters resilience and personal growth. Our founders, Drs. Kelly Theis and Maria Kanakos, established the practice to combine clinical excellence with genuine care, ensuring clients receive tailored strategies that address unique challenges. With expertise in anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and developmental concerns, we offer customized treatment plans that empower clients across life stages.Our collaborative approach extends to working with schools and professionals to implement effective interventions. Through ongoing professional development, our clinicians maintain proficiency in cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and mindfulness techniques. We serve Vienna, VA and surrounding communities with flexible scheduling options, including virtual workshops for parenting support. Our commitment to quality care is reflected in client testimonials highlighting improved family communication, academic success, and emotional well-being. By focusing on both immediate concerns and long-term growth, we help clients develop coping skills that lead to lasting positive change.
Services
Child Therapy
Teen Therapy
Adult Therapy
Psychological Testing
Couples Therapy
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- Our clinicians have 15-20 years of specialized experience in child and adolescent mental health
- We provide comprehensive psychological testing with detailed diagnostic clarity and treatment plans
- Our evidence-based approaches include CBT, DBT, and mindfulness techniques tailored to individual needs
- We maintain a 95% client satisfaction rate based on post-treatment feedback surveys
- Our team collaborates with schools and medical professionals to implement effective interventions
What people say
Caring and responsive staff
Thorough psychological evaluations
Effective treatment strategies
Child-friendly environment
Comprehensive testing reports
Services
Child Therapy
Our child therapy program helps young clients develop emotional regulation skills through play-based interventions. Parents receive practical strategies to reinforce progress at home and school while clinicians address anxiety, behavioral challenges, and social skill deficits using age-appropriate techniques that build resilience and self-confidence.
Psychological Testing
Comprehensive psychological assessments identify learning disabilities, ADHD, and developmental disorders through evidence-based testing batteries. Our clinicians provide detailed reports with actionable recommendations for educational accommodations and treatment plans while collaborating with schools to implement effective support strategies for long-term success.
Teen Therapy
Specialized teen therapy addresses identity issues, academic stress, and social challenges through cognitive-behavioral techniques. Our clinicians create safe spaces for adolescents to develop coping skills while maintaining appropriate parental involvement to strengthen family communication and support systems during critical developmental transitions.
Adult Therapy
Adult therapy focuses on improving emotional regulation and relationship dynamics using evidence-based approaches. Clinicians help clients manage anxiety, depression, and life transitions through personalized treatment plans that develop coping strategies, enhance communication skills, and promote overall psychological well-being in professional and personal contexts.
Couples Therapy
Couples therapy improves communication patterns and conflict resolution skills through structured sessions. Our clinicians help partners develop mutual understanding, address relationship stressors, and implement strategies for building stronger connections while maintaining individual growth and personal accountability within the partnership.
People
Dr. Kelly Theis
Director of Therapy Services
Licensed clinical psychologist with 18 years of experience specializing in child and adolescent therapy, providing evidence-based interventions for anxiety, behavioral issues, and family dynamics while leading our therapeutic services team.
Dr. Maria Kanakos
Director of Testing Services
Licensed clinical psychologist with expertise in developmental assessments, overseeing comprehensive psychological evaluations that identify learning disabilities and developmental disorders while guiding diagnostic clarity and treatment planning for children and families.
Dr. Kathleen McElhaney
Clinical Psychologist
Specializes in adolescent and adult therapy, providing evidence-based treatment for mood disorders and life transitions while maintaining a focus on building resilience and coping skills through cognitive-behavioral approaches.
Dr. Marcia Mofson
Clinical Psychologist
Licensed psychologist with specialization in adolescent mental health and couples therapy, implementing dialectical behavior therapy techniques to address emotional regulation challenges and improve relationship dynamics through structured therapeutic interventions.
Sarah Ince
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Experienced LCSW with 27 years in therapeutic practice, providing client-centered support for children and families while emphasizing empathy, self-determination, and holistic well-being through strengths-based counseling approaches.
Questions
What types of therapy services do you offer?
We provide child therapy, teen therapy, adult therapy, couples counseling, and psychological testing services tailored to individual needs across all age groups.
Do you offer psychological testing for learning disabilities?
Yes, our comprehensive psychological evaluations identify learning disabilities, ADHD, and developmental disorders with detailed recommendations for educational accommodations and treatment planning.
Are your clinicians licensed professionals?
All our therapists are licensed psychologists or clinical social workers with specialized training in evidence-based therapeutic approaches for mental health treatment.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Vienna, VA and surrounding communities, offering both in-person sessions at our office and virtual therapy options for greater accessibility.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Contact us at (703) 938-9090 or through our website contact form to schedule an initial consultation with one of our licensed mental health professionals.
Do you accept insurance?
We operate as private pay providers but can provide documentation for out-of-network insurance reimbursement; please contact us directly for specific payment and billing information.
