Expand Psychology

Expand Psychology Northern VA mental health clinic offering high quality therapy & psych assessments for all ages.

School’s out ... but the summer transition isn’t always smooth.More meltdowns? Mood swings? Anxiety? You're not imaginin...
06/01/2026

School’s out ... but the summer transition isn’t always smooth.

More meltdowns? Mood swings? Anxiety? You're not imagining it. The shift from structured school days to the freedom of summer can be tough on kids (and parents, too!).

Our latest blog explores why this happens and how to help your family navigate the change with confidence. Read more here: https://expandpsychologyva.com/blog/school-to-summer-transition

Last Saturday’s Women's Crawl was a huge success, and Expand Psychology was honored to be a part of it! The opportunity ...
05/13/2026

Last Saturday’s Women's Crawl was a huge success, and Expand Psychology was honored to be a part of it!

The opportunity to celebrate women, create connections among our Falls Church small businesses, and experience the fun, supportive energy throughout the day made this event so special.

Thank you to ShrinksonTap for creating an this amazing event and allowing us to sponsor your first foray into Falls Church! And thank you to everyone who attended, participated, and helped make the event such a success. We’re proud to be part of a community that continues to uplift and empower one another.

We already look forward to the next one!

An IEP is more than just paperwork. It is a roadmap that ensures your child receives the support, services, and opportun...
05/12/2026

An IEP is more than just paperwork. It is a roadmap that ensures your child receives the support, services, and opportunities they need to learn and thrive in school.

For many parents, the IEP process can feel overwhelming, confusing, and emotionally exhausting. You may feel unsure about how to advocate for your child, what questions to ask, or what steps come next. Our latest post is here to help!

Whether you are just beginning the process or have found yourself questioning parts of it along the way, we break down the IEP process step-by-step, including how to get your child evaluated, preparing for IEP meetings, questions to ask, and a helpful reference guide for all of those new words and acronyms.

This guide is designed to help you feel more informed and confident as you parent through this process. Check it out here: https://expandpsychologyva.com/blog/iep-meeting-guide

And if you are looking for additional support, including external psychoeducational assessments, parent coaching, or therapy services to help your child continue building skills and confidence, reach out to us at Expand Psychology to learn how our team can support your family along the way. You do not have to navigate this alone.

Are you ready?! This Saturday is the day for the Falls Church Women’s Crawl, a five-stop immersive crawl created by Shri...
05/06/2026

Are you ready?! This Saturday is the day for the Falls Church Women’s Crawl, a five-stop immersive crawl created by ShrinksonTap to celebrate women and build connections. Interactive stations, community connections, guided moments, and even a dance party!

Expand Psychology is thrilled to be the presenting sponsor for this event and we hope you join us there!

If you still need tickets, get them at the Eventbrite page here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-womens-crawl-celebration-cocktails-connection-tickets-1986278340987?aff=ExpandPsychology

Team Spotlight! Dr. Bianca Bonds shares about the lens she uses in her work at Expand Psychology: “Hello, I’m Dr. Bianca...
05/04/2026

Team Spotlight! Dr. Bianca Bonds shares about the lens she uses in her work at Expand Psychology:

“Hello, I’m Dr. Bianca Bonds. My background as a long-time educator informs how I approach my clinical practice. One aspect of my work is supporting the reduction of barriers to academic achievement. My experiences provide a vantage point for considering how institutional and societal structures alongside family systems affect health and wellness across developmental stages.

I'm also passionate about working with adults, particularly those exploring relational and attachment dynamics, mood related concerns, or complex trauma.

I provide therapy out of our Old Town and Falls Church offices and would love to meet you and discuss how I can support you.

Reach out to me directly at [email protected] or call our office at (703) 618-0900 and ask for me."

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month.At Expand Psychology we are committed to creating a safe, supportive space for h...
04/30/2026

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

At Expand Psychology we are committed to creating a safe, supportive space for healing. Experiences of sexual violence can have lasting emotional impacts, and no one should have to navigate that alone. Therapy can be a place to process, heal, and regain a sense of safety and control at your own pace.

If you or someone you know is seeking support, reach out to Expand Psychology at any time of the year to connect with one of our trauma-informed clinicians who are trained to support survivors. And if you are looking for resources to understand Sexual Assault further or get confidential support, visit:

National Sexual Violence Resource Center:
📞 877-739-3895
🌐 nsvrc.org
✉️ [email protected]

Women are nearly twice as likely to experience depression and anxiety disorders, and these higher rates don’t happen by ...
04/29/2026

Women are nearly twice as likely to experience depression and anxiety disorders, and these higher rates don’t happen by accident.

Hormonal changes outside of their control, increased caregiving responsibilities, social pressures, and higher rates of interpersonal trauma (including sexual violence) all play a role.

If you are looking for a way to empower and connect with women, join us on Saturday, May 9 in Falls Church for the upcoming Women’s Crawl, a five-stop immersive crawl created by ShrinksonTap to celebrate women and build connections. Interactive stations, community connections, guided moments, and even a dance party!

Expand Psychology is thrilled to be the presenting sponsor for this event and we hope you join us there!

Tickets and full details are available at this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-womens-crawl-celebration-cocktails-connection-tickets-1986278340987?aff=ExpandPsychology

Becoming a new mom can bring joy, love... and many unexpected emotions. While postpartum depression gets a lot of attent...
04/27/2026

Becoming a new mom can bring joy, love... and many unexpected emotions. While postpartum depression gets a lot of attention today (which is important!), it is only part of the picture. Many new mothers experience anxiety, overwhelm, identity shifts, relationship changes, or simply the pressure to “do it all” perfectly.

You don’t have to wait until things feel unbearable to talk to someone. Therapy can be a space to process the emotional ups and downs of motherhood, navigate changes in relationships, build coping tools to handle the stress, and reconnect with yourself.

Read our recent exploring beyond postpartum depression and why more mothers should consider therapy.

Support isn’t just for when you’re struggling. It is for when you want to feel more like yourself again. If you or someone you know could use postpartum support, reach out to us Expand Psychology to meet with our providers who specialize in working with mothers and parents.

Expand Psychology is thrilled to announce that we are the presenting sponsor for the upcoming Falls Church Women’s Crawl...
04/10/2026

Expand Psychology is thrilled to announce that we are the presenting sponsor for the upcoming Falls Church Women’s Crawl, an immersive experience created by ShrinksonTap to celebrate women, create connections and community, and highlight small businesses.

As a Falls Church women-owned business spotlighted by City of Falls Church EDO for Women’s History Month, we are honored to sponsor this event and hope to see all of our friends and colleagues on Saturday, May 9 from 2 - 7 pm!

20% of event proceeds will be donated to Homestretch, a non-profit supporting homeless families with children in Virginia. Expand Psychology is a proud partner to this organization, providing ongoing pro-bono and sliding scale services to their community and we are thrilled to support fundraising for their cause.

We hope to see you there! To register, head over to the Eventbrite page here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-womens-crawl-celebration-cocktails-connection-tickets-1986278340987?aff=ExpandPsychology

Middle school friendships can be confusing, intense, and emotionally charged for kids ... and parents!Read our latest bl...
01/31/2026

Middle school friendships can be confusing, intense, and emotionally charged for kids ... and parents!

Read our latest blog post to better understand how children's friendships evolve during the middle school years, why drama is so common, and how parents can help their child thrive socially during these critical years.

Blog Post Link: https://expandpsychologyva.com/blog/navigate-middle-school-friends

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