MindWell Psychology

MindWell Psychology At MindWell, we turn confusion into clarity and challenges into opportunities — for kids, parents, and educators alike. https://mindwell.us/contact-us/

At MindWell Psychology, we understand that challenges at school, work, or home rarely stem from just one issue. That’s why our experienced, doctoral-level psychologists and licensed therapists take the time to look at the whole picture. We offer comprehensive psychological testing that evaluates cognitive, educational, emotional, behavioral, and developmental factors so we can truly understand wha

t’s going on and how to help. Our in-depth assessments and clear, detailed reports are trusted by public and private schools throughout Northern Virginia, DC, and Maryland — often referred to as the “gold standard.”

Our goal: Get you to the root of the problem and the heart of the solution. Based in Chantilly, VA, MindWell Psychology is a full-service practice offering:
• Psycho-educational and neuropsychological testing
• Social, behavioral, and developmental assessments
• Individual and family therapy for children, teens, and adults


Want to learn more?

📣 June Testing Appointments Are Filling Fast! School’s almost over! 📚 Summer spots for developmental, psychoeducational,...
06/03/2026

📣 June Testing Appointments Are Filling Fast! School’s almost over! 📚 Summer spots for developmental, psychoeducational, neuropsychological, ADHD, dyslexia, and autism testing are filling quickly. Get in before schedules fill and waitlists grow! ☀️

MindWell Psychology has a few June openings remaining for:

• Developmental testing

• Psychoeducational evaluations

• Neuropsychological testing

• Comprehensive evaluations

• ADHD testing

• Dyslexia testing

• Autism evaluations

If your child is struggling academically, behaviorally, socially, or emotionally, early answers and support can make a huge difference.

📍Serving children, teens, and adults at our Chantilly, VA office

📞 Call 703-378-7998 to schedule

06/02/2026

🎥 Clinician Q&A with Dr. Jessica Simpson

Wondering how to know if you or your child should get evaluated for Autism? Dr. Jessica Simpson, licensed clinical psychologist at MindWell, briefly explains it in this video!

Dr. Simpson specializes in neuropsychological, comprehensive, and developmental evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults. She has extensive experience assessing autism, ADHD, learning differences, executive functioning, and developmental delays, helping families better understand their child’s unique strengths and challenges.

Her collaborative approach ensures families feel informed, supported, and empowered every step of the way.

📞 Contact MindWell today at 703-378-7998 to schedule a consultation or testing with Dr. Simpson, or visit our website www.mindwell.us to learn more.

MindWell Psychology is proud to now accept CareCredit for psychological testing services.We understand that investing in...
05/27/2026

MindWell Psychology is proud to now accept CareCredit for psychological testing services.

We understand that investing in your child’s mental health, learning, and emotional well-being is important, and financial flexibility can make accessing care easier for families. CareCredit offers a convenient way to manage out-of-pocket healthcare expenses for services such as ADHD testing, autism evaluations, psychoeducational testing, and more.

✔ Apply and receive an instant credit decision

✔ See if you prequalify online with no impact to your credit score*

✔ Apply online or by phone on CareCredit’s website

✔ MindWell Psychology’s partnership allows flexible payment plans, up to six months interest-free (Interest will accrue if not paid within 6 months).

✔ Already have CareCredit because you used it with your dentist, dermatologist, or another provider? No worries! You can still qualify for our promotion!

Patients and families are welcome to contact our office for more information about using CareCredit for services at MindWell Psychology.

📞 703-378-7998

🌐 www.mindwell.us

05/26/2026

🎥 Clinician Q&A with Dr. Rachna Varia

What does ADHD testing actually look like, and how can you tell if your child may benefit from an evaluation? Dr. Rachna Varia walks families through the process in this expert Q&A.

With 25 years of experience specializing in psychoeducational and neuropsychological evaluations, Dr. Varia has extensive expertise in identifying ADHD and understanding how attention, executive functioning, memory, processing speed, and emotional factors can impact a child’s daily life and academic performance.

In this video, she explains what ADHD testing may look like for your child, what clinicians are evaluating during the process, and how testing helps uncover the “why” behind challenges with focus, organization, impulsivity, learning, and behavior.

Known for her thorough, direct, and personable approach, Dr. Varia ensures evaluations feel supportive and engaging for children, not intimidating. She also helps families understand results in a clear, practical way so they can move forward confidently with meaningful support both at home and at school.

📞 Contact MindWell today at 703-378-7998 to schedule testing or visit www.mindwell.us to learn more.

Bullying can impact far more than a child’s social experience. It can affect anxiety levels, self-esteem, emotional regu...
05/20/2026

Bullying can impact far more than a child’s social experience. It can affect anxiety levels, self-esteem, emotional regulation, school performance, and overall mental health.

Signs that children are experiencing bullying may include:

school avoidance
Mood changes
Irritability
Withdrawal from friends or activities
Declining grades
anxiety or emotional outbursts

At MindWell Psychology, we believe every child deserves to feel safe, supported, and heard. Our team provides therapy and mental health support for children and teens across Virginia, both in person (immediate availability for ages 15+) and virtually (immediate availability ages 6+).

If your child is struggling emotionally due to bullying, social stress, anxiety, or school-related concerns, early support can make a meaningful difference.

📞 Contact MindWell Psychology at 703-378-7998 to learn more about therapy and psychological evaluation services

Sometimes the most important question is “how are you, really?”Conversations can play a powerful role in supporting ment...
05/19/2026

Sometimes the most important question is “how are you, really?”

Conversations can play a powerful role in supporting mental health. Simple questions like:

“How are you, really?”
“What’s been on your mind lately?”
“How has school been feeling lately?”

can help individuals feel safe, supported, and understood.

At MindWell Psychology, we believe open communication helps build connection, emotional resilience, and healing.

Many children, teen, adults, and patients struggle silently with anxiety, stress, bullying, self-esteem concerns, undiagnosed learning differences, or emotional overwhelm. Creating space for honest conversations can help families recognize when additional support may be beneficial.

If your child may benefit from therapy, emotional support, or psychological testing our team is here to help guide your family through the process with compassion and care. 💚

If needed, feel free to give us a call at 703-378-7998 or visit www.mindwell.us

May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚At MindWell Psychology, we believe mental health care should be compassionate, acc...
05/13/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚

At MindWell Psychology, we believe mental health care should be compassionate, accessible, and personalized for every child, teen, adult, and family in the Northern Virginia community.

Whether you are navigating:
• Anxiety
• ADHD
• Autism
• Depression
• School or behavioral concerns
• Stress and burnout

you do not have to go through it alone.

Our team of licensed psychologists and therapists proudly provides:

🧠 Psychological testing & evaluations
🧠 Autism assessments
🧠 ADHD testing
🧠 Therapy & counseling services
🧠 Support for parents, children, teens, and adults

Serving families across Virginia including Chantilly, Fairfax, Ashburn, Reston, McLean, Vienna, Arlington, Alexandria, and more!

This month, let’s continue breaking the stigma around mental health and encouraging people to seek support when they need it. Healing starts with conversation, education, and access to quality care.

📞 Contact MindWell Psychology to learn more about therapy and psychological testing services we provide in Northern Virginia and beyond

‼️Now available on YouTube ‼️In this virtual event, dyslexia advocates Lorraine Hightower and Melissa Minnick, along wit...
05/12/2026

‼️Now available on YouTube ‼️

In this virtual event, dyslexia advocates Lorraine Hightower and Melissa Minnick, along with licensed clinical psychologist Dr. Madhu Boland, discuss the hidden gaps in school based evaluations and what parents need to know about Independent Educational Evaluations (IEEs), private testing, IEP advocacy, ADHD, autism, dyslexia, anxiety, and learning disabilities.

Topics covered include:

✔️ School evaluations vs. private psychological evaluations
✔️ What an Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE) is
✔️ How to request an IEE from your school district
✔️ Using evaluation results effectively in IEP meetings
✔️ Signs your child may need additional testing
✔️ Educational advocacy tips for parents
✔️ Neuropsychological and psychoeducational testing insights

This webinar is especially helpful for families navigating:
• Dyslexia
• ADHD
• Autism spectrum disorder
• Anxiety in children
• Learning disabilities
• IEPs and 504 Plans
• Academic struggles despite good grades

Serving families across Northern Virginia including Fairfax, Loudoun, Arlington, Alexandria, McLean, Reston, Vienna, and surrounding DMV areas.

Lorraine Hightower & Associate’s YouTube: www.youtube.com/

MindWell Psychology’s YouTube: www.youtube.com/

Not all children who are struggling look like they’re struggling.Many twice exceptional (2e) children are doing well aca...
05/07/2026

Not all children who are struggling look like they’re struggling.

Many twice exceptional (2e) children are doing well academically, but still experience challenges with attention, anxiety, social skills, emotional regulation, or autism-related traits that can easily be overlooked. Because they are bright, creative, and high-achieving, their difficulties may go unnoticed for years.

At MindWell, we often hear parents say:
“My child gets good grades, so I didn’t think anything was wrong.”

A comprehensive psychological evaluation can help uncover both your child’s strengths and the areas where they may need support, providing clarity for home, school, and beyond.

If you’ve been wondering whether there’s “something more” beneath the surface, we’re here to help. 💙

📍Northern Virginia
📞 703-378-7998
🌐 www.mindwell.us

05/06/2026

🎥 Clinician Q&A with Dr. Cheri McGee

What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and what should you expect during treatment? Dr. Cheri McGee walks you through the process in this expert Q&A.

Dr. McGee is a licensed clinical psychologist who has been a valued member of the MindWell Psychology team since 2007. With extensive experience working with teens and adults, she specializes in treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavioral challenges, and family stress.

Using a primarily cognitive-behavioral approach, Dr. McGee helps clients better understand the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors while building practical coping skills to navigate everyday challenges. In this Q&A, she explains what CBT therapy looks like, how sessions are structured, and how therapy can feel supportive, collaborative, and approachable for individuals and families entering treatment for the first time.

Known for her warm, welcoming, and client-centered style, Dr. McGee is committed to creating a supportive environment where clients feel comfortable, understood, and empowered to grow.

📞 Contact MindWell today at 703-378-7998 to schedule with Dr. McGee, or visit www.mindwell.us to learn more.

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14110 Robert Paris Court
Chantilly, VA
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+17033787998

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