Northern Virginia Older Adult Counseling

Northern Virginia Older Adult Counseling Located in Fairfax, VA offering in-office, in-home or Telehealth mental health services and resources

A little about us 🌻
03/13/2026

A little about us 🌻

03/11/2026

Say “YES, AND...” to fun! 🎭

Get ready to laugh, move, and spark your creativity at Improv for Movement and Memory!
📆 Thursday, March 19, 2026, 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
📍Insight Memory Education and Support Center

The spontaneous and playful nature of improv stimulates creativity, memory recall, and verbal expression, helping to keep the brain engaged.

Learn more and sign up 👉 https://bit.ly/4l6u4bu

Thanks to our partners, Inova and Resonance Improv Alliance.

Mental health care continues to evolve, and in 2026 we’re seeing several therapeutic approaches used more widely than ev...
03/04/2026

Mental health care continues to evolve, and in 2026 we’re seeing several therapeutic approaches used more widely than ever. Some of the most commonly practiced modalities include:

• Trauma Informed Care
• Somatic Therapies
• Internal Family Systems
• Psychedelic-Assisted Therapies
• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Each of these modalities offers unique tools to support healing —
While certain approaches are often paired with specific diagnoses, therapy is never one-size-fits-all. The most effective treatment is one that considers your individual experiences, goals, culture, and needs. If you are interested in learning more about a particular modality, find a mental health professional that is right for you and your goals.

This post is for educational purposes only. Although these treatment modalities are commonly paired with the treatment of specific disorders, it’s important to speak with your own health professional about what approach may be best for you.

If you are interested in meeting with one of our therapists, please visit our website and fill out our “Intake” form.

OAC SPOTLIGHT!Please give a warm welcome to OAC’s newest therapist, Cherie Catlett, LCSW!1. How did you get into social ...
02/28/2026

OAC SPOTLIGHT!

Please give a warm welcome to OAC’s newest therapist, Cherie Catlett, LCSW!

1. How did you get into social work/mental health?
I got into social work/mental health because of two neonatal losses in 2006 and again in 2011. During this experience, I found there was a lack of care for this area of care in the hospitals. I focused a lot of my energy on changing hospital policies and advocating to make changes within the hospital system that aligned with the values of the social work profession. During this time, my family became the 2011 Southern Nevada March of Dimes Ambassador Family. We advocated for the organization that year, and the following year, we were one of the runners-up to the March of Dimes National organization, where we were considered to spend a year traveling around the country speaking for the organization. I spent many years on the board of the March of Dimes. I have spent much of my career working with families in Labor and Delivery Units and Neonatal Intensive Care Units across various states. Social work has allowed me to work with individuals with a strong strengths perspective, giving them a sense of agency and autonomy, and teaching them a sense of value and worth that I believe is always within the individual, waiting to be ignited again.

2. A fun fact about yourself:
A fun fact about myself is that I love watching football, and am a Steelers fan. I have been to several NFL stadiums across the country, and my goal is to see the Steelers play in every one.

3. A piece of advice for your younger self:
A piece of advice for my younger self would be to keep trusting your gut and instincts.

We are so grateful to have you join our practice and thanks for all you do!

Today is National Caregivers Day.To caregivers all over the world, we see you, we appreciate you, we honor you.Thank you...
02/20/2026

Today is National Caregivers Day.

To caregivers all over the world, we see you, we appreciate you, we honor you.

Thank you.

-Northern Virginia Older Adult Counseling

02/20/2026

It’s National Caregiver Day!

To support you on your caregiving journey, we invite you to explore our guidebook: 📘 Caregiving at a Glance.

Designed to support families caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s, this free guide includes empowering techniques and strategies to address topics such as troublesome behaviors, communication, eating, bathing, and more.

Request your copy here 👉 https://bit.ly/3MArs8P

February is the month of love….. and TODAY is Self-Love Day!Spend today focusing on things you can do to show yourself l...
02/13/2026

February is the month of love….. and TODAY is Self-Love Day!

Spend today focusing on things you can do to show yourself love and appreciation. Check out some of our tips and tricks for Self-Love Day!





Did you know? Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. On top of that, chronic stress, depressi...
02/06/2026

Did you know? Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. On top of that, chronic stress, depression, anxiety, and PTSD raise heart disease risk by 50-100%,
February is American Heart Month, a time to raise awareness about heart health and the steps we can take to protect it. There are tons of trusted resources out there with helpful tips, toolkits, and easy-to-understand infographics.

Learn more from these great sources:
• National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute – Toolkit
• American Heart Association – Toolkit
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention – Toolkit

At OAC, we emphasize the importance of mental health and heart health!

OAC SPOTLIGHT!Meet Elizabeth Dakin, LCSW! One of our talented, part-time licensed therapists. 1. How did you get into so...
01/29/2026

OAC SPOTLIGHT!

Meet Elizabeth Dakin, LCSW! One of our talented, part-time licensed therapists.

1. How did you get into social work/mental health?
“I became interested in mental health as a teenager when I learned there was such a thing as an inner life that should be cherished and tended to. It took me until after college to get clarity on my goal to be a psychotherapist and how to reach it.”

2. A fun fact about yourself:
“A fun fact about me is that I majored in Music as an undergraduate student.”

3. A piece of advice for your younger self:
“A piece of advice for my younger self would be to trust that we all have a purpose in life. Our innate gifts and talents should be celebrated as much as our outward accomplishments like good grades and awards.”

Thank you, Elizabeth, for your empathic and caring touch in our practice!



OAC is sharing our voices beyond the therapy room!Our Practice Manager, Susie Zimmer and one of our Licensed Clinical So...
01/20/2026

OAC is sharing our voices beyond the therapy room!

Our Practice Manager, Susie Zimmer and one of our Licensed Clinical Social Workers and Intake Coordinators, Karyn Walsh, were featured on the “Positive Aging Community” podcast with Steve Gurney, highlighting their expertise, passion, and commitment to providing older adults in the Northern Virginia area the support that they deserve. We’re proud to see our team leading important conversations in the field.

A special Thank You to the Positive Aging Community for having us on the podcast and creating space for necessary conversations.




Our office space is meant to feel calm, private, and respectful of each person who walks through our doors.Our building ...
01/14/2026

Our office space is meant to feel calm, private, and respectful of each person who walks through our doors.
Our building includes a wheelchair-accessible ramp and wheelchair-accessible office space and restrooms so everyone can access care comfortably and with dignity.

Check out our office space!



“Leave Behind and Carry Forward”As we step into a new year, it’s a perfect moment to look back and envision ahead. For s...
01/03/2026

“Leave Behind and Carry Forward”

As we step into a new year, it’s a perfect moment to look back and envision ahead. For some, it is part of the New Years process but for others, it can feel daunting. We can simplify this with two simple questions.

What can we reflect on and release from 2025?
What can we focus on and make space for in 2026?

No need for elaborate plans, if that feels too stressful—just a mindful pause to reflect and move intentionally into the year.

Wishing you a joyful New Year from all of us at OAC!


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Fairfax, VA
22030

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