Alpha Omega Clinic

Alpha Omega Clinic Catholic Therapists in VA & MD

The Alpha Omega Clinic Provides:
- A team of professionals faithful to the Magisterium of the Catholic Church
- Catholic psychologists, social workers, and marriage & family therapists working in outpatient settings
- Testing and full diagnostic evaluations for children and adults
- Mental health services on a sliding fee scale

The Place Where Lent & Mental Health MeetFrom our 2021 article titled, “The Place Where Lent and Mental Health Meet”: ⁣“...
02/17/2026

The Place Where Lent & Mental Health Meet

From our 2021 article titled, “The Place Where Lent and Mental Health Meet”: ⁣

“A good question to ask might be, “What do I need to care for my mental and emotional wellbeing, and am I doing that now?”. Finding some clarity around these needs can help us discern the non-negotiable areas of what to practice and not practice for Lent. It would not be safe to adopt any practices that significantly compromise our mental and emotional stability. Yes, it is true that fasting/abstaining and increased spiritual discipline can be distressing but it shouldn’t be so distressing that we can’t function or are in danger of a mental health crisis. In other words, if our attempts to clear space within ourselves lead to more significant mental health symptoms, it defeats the purpose of Lent. We must keep in mind that the purpose of spiritual discipline is to be more fully united with God, not to make ourselves miserable. In fact, doing the hard work of choosing healthy coping options, attending therapy, and engaging our pain and suffering is enough of a sacrifice in and of itself. With this in mind, fasting could take the form of fasting from unhealthy ways of addressing your mental health.”⁣

“Much more is accomplished by a single word of the Our Father said, now and then, from our heart, than by the whole prayer repeated many times in haste and without attention.” ⁣
—St. Teresa of Avila⁣

“One must not think that a person who is suffering is not praying. He is offering up his sufferings to God, and many a time he is praying much more truly than one who goes away by himself and meditates his head off”. ⁣

—St. Teresa of Avila⁣

Prayer of Mother Siluana:

“Lord, heal me, make me new, make me alive, for I do not want to live like this anymore. Yes, this is who I am but you can change me, help me”

* The information provided is for self-enrichment and not intended to replace any necessary mental health treatment.⁣

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In St. Valentine we see the idea of divinely inspired love which is described so eloquently by Pope Benedict in his book...
02/14/2026

In St. Valentine we see the idea of divinely inspired love which is described so eloquently by Pope Benedict in his book “God is Love”:

“Love of God and love of neighbor are thus inseparable, they form a single commandment. But both live from the love of God who has loved us first. No longer is it a question, then, of a “commandment” imposed from without and calling for the impossible, but rather of a freely-bestowed experience of love from within, a love which by its very nature must then be shared with others. Love grows through love. Love is “divine” because it comes from God and unites us to God; through this unifying process it makes us a “we” which transcends our divisions and makes us one until, in the end, God is “all in all”.”

This applies so powerfully to our relationships. How often do we get hurt and then react in self-protection; covering up our vulnerability and isolating ourselves from each other? How often do we do this to ourselves; dismissing or hiding a part of us that we cannot bear to engage? When this happens, slowing ourselves down and interrupting this instinct can provide an opportunity for connection instead of protection.

Just like St. Valentine, we can stop the escalating pattern of pain and self-protection. We can lean on some borrowed trust and security. We can ask Christ to put Himself between us and our suffering. If it is safe to do so, we can ask our loved ones not to abandon us in our pain. We can work together to fight against our hardness of heart and prioritize our relationship to strengthen our bonds. It is a risk, yes, because we have all been let down, abandoned, rejected, or dismissed in moments of need. Fortunately, love is more powerful than anything and it needs a place to live, in our hearts, in our relationships, and in our society. If we can make room for and plant a seed, it will grow.

St. Valentine, pray for us! ♥️

Please use the link below to read the full article:
https://aoclinic.org/what-the-legend-of-st-valentine-can-teach-us-about-love-and-relationships/

* The information provided is for self-enrichment and not intended to replace any necessary mental health treatment.

02/11/2026

We say “I’m sorry” for being tired. For feeling down. For needing space. For not giving as much as we think we should be able to.But behind many apologies is someone doing their best while carrying unmet needs. Sometimes we get so used to meeting everyone else’s needs that we forget or even feel guilty acknowledging our own.Therapy can be a place to gently explore what you’ve been carrying and how to go about meeting some of those needs. To get started, reach out to any of our therapists at aoclinic.org

02/04/2026

Sometimes we need to regulate our emotions or take a break from them – but avoiding them altogether is unhealthy and ineffective. Make an appointment today at aoclinic.org Information posted on our website or social media accounts is not intended to be medical advice, nor is it intended to replace consultation with a qualified physician or other healthcare provider.

Thank you Bishop Burbidge for bringing attention to the importance of mental healthcare while highlighting the need for ...
02/04/2026

Thank you Bishop Burbidge for bringing attention to the importance of mental healthcare while highlighting the need for high quality treatment that is anchored in Catholic anthropology.

We too strive to be “a beacon to those crying out for help in the dark”. Our clinicians are well-trained, compassionate, and grounded in a Catholic understanding of the human person. Our mission is to uphold the dignity of each person while guiding them towards healing and flourishing.

“The glory of God is the human person fully alive” - St. Irenaeus

Call us at (301) 767-1733 or email info@aoclinic.org to book an appointment today! It would be an honor for us to be entrusted with your care.

Read the full pastoral letter here:

https://www.arlingtondiocese.org/2026/01/20/the-divine-physician-and-a-christian-approach-to-mental-health-and-wellbeing/

* The information provided is for self-enrichment and not intended to replace any necessary mental health treatment.⁣

Want to support our work? Visit aoclinic.org/donate

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01/28/2026

With the snow outside ❄️, it’s a perfect reminder that cold can be a simple tool to help regulate the nervous system. A quick, evidence-based reset you can do anytime.

01/21/2026

Is guilt ever healthy? The answer is: It depends. Information posted on our website or social media accounts is not intended to be medical advice, nor is it intended to replace consultation with a qualified physician or other healthcare provider.

Anxiety isn’t just a cognitive experience. It lives in the body as unprocessed fear, often shaped by past experiences th...
01/20/2026

Anxiety isn’t just a cognitive experience. It lives in the body as unprocessed fear, often shaped by past experiences that taught the nervous system to stay alert. When the body perceives threat—real, remembered, or imagined—it can subtly (or not so subtly) influence our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.

This is why anxiety often shows up as tightness, restlessness, racing thoughts, avoidance, or a constant sense of urgency. These are not personal failures; they are adaptive responses from a nervous system trying to protect you.

Effective anxiety management begins with awareness, not control. Noticing when anxiety arises, how it moves through your body, and what patterns follow creates space for regulation. That awareness is more than insight, it’s actually the experiential foundation for change.

Anxiety doesn’t disappear by being ignored or overpowered. It softens when it is acknowledged and processed with curiosity. The goal is to move through and beyond the experience of anxiety rather than try to “solve” it.

* The information provided is for self-enrichment and not intended to replace any necessary mental health treatment.⁣

Want to support our work? Visit aoclinic.org/donate

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01/14/2026

When it feels like you’re in a transitional period or things feel chaotic all around you, here are some tips for getting through and acting with hope. Schedule an appointment today at aoclinic.org. Remember, information posted on our website or social media accounts is not therapy, nor is it intended to replace therapy with a qualified provider.

Hope is not passive optimism, wishful thinking, or denial of suffering. It’s a posture of the mind, body, and soul. This...
01/13/2026

Hope is not passive optimism, wishful thinking, or denial of suffering. It’s a posture of the mind, body, and soul. This active and embodied way of being comes alive when belief and action are woven together - when we live as if meaning, goodness, and healing are already unfolding, even when we can’t quite see them in real time. Hope is an active disposition that shapes how we move, relate, and what we choose in this world. By showing up, reaching for the good, and courageously moving through uncertainty, we participate in what we hope for in the here and now. You don’t need to wait for it to arrive, you can practice it now, and that just might be the fastest way to find hope when hope is the hardest to find.

* The information provided is for self-enrichment and not intended to replace any necessary mental health treatment.⁣

Want to support our work? Visit aoclinic.org/donate

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01/07/2026

Need help sticking to your New Year’s resolutions? Schedule an appointment today at aoclinic.org
Information posted on our website or social media accounts is not intended to be medical advice, nor is it intended to replace consultation with a qualified physician or other healthcare provider.

The Church begins the new year as it ended the last - focused on the Incarnation. �Held by a mother. Marked by a wound.�...
01/06/2026

The Church begins the new year as it ended the last - focused on the Incarnation. �Held by a mother. Marked by a wound.� Revealed to seekers. Immersed in the waters.

Healing in the Christian life is not escape from ourselves, �but rather bringing ourselves into communion with God and others. �Mind, soul, and body restored and expanded—slowly, relationally, incarnationally.

* The information provided is for self-enrichment and not intended to replace any necessary mental health treatment.⁣

Want to support our work? Visit aoclinic.org/donate

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