Ariel VanDoren(She/Her/Hers)

Ariel VanDoren is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Washington, DC, who specializes in grief, trauma, family issues, and anxiety/depression. Many of Ariel’s clients find that past events have begun to shadow their present—impacting their decision-making, relationships, or work-life balance. She also supports those facing "frozen" moments during major life transitions, such as losing a partner, navigating career shifts, or stepping into parenthood.

A Holistic & Parts-Based Approach

Ariel’s practice is rooted in Relational theories and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), enhanced by Internal Family Systems (IFS). She helps clients identify and process the different "parts" of themselves—such as those that hold onto past trauma or those that use perfectionism to cope—to foster internal healing. She helps clients identify and process the different "parts" of their internal world—such as the parts that carry old wounds or those that use anxiety to protect them. By creating a clear narrative for past events, Ariel helps clients connect their history to their present-day experiences with newfound self-compassion.

Growth-Oriented Support

Depending on your unique needs, Ariel integrates mindfulness practices to help you ground yourself in the moment, alongside clinical assessments to track your progress. She deeply believes that every individual possesses the capacity for profound growth. Her goal is to provide a collaborative space where you can process your experiences and reach your full potential.