Manassas, VA Local Support & Community Resources

Brendon Cunningham is a dedicated licensed clinical social worker who understands the importance of the therapeutic relationship in helping clients achieve their personal goals. He creates a grounding, supportive, and non-judgmental environment, allowing individuals to collaboratively work towards improved well-being and quality of life. Utilizing various treatment modalities, Brendon adopts a strengths-based approach tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. With a deep respect for the inherent dignity and worth of all individuals, his primary objective is to assist those in need on their journey towards healing.

Barbara Darby is a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Virginia, holding a Master of Science in Psychology from Nova Southeastern University. With over 16 years of diverse counseling experience, she works with adolescents, adults, couples, and families, utilizing a wide range of effective therapeutic methods including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems Theory, EMDR, Mindfulness Based Interventions, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. Barbara understands counseling as a partnership—a journey of healing, change, and personal growth that is built on a foundation of mutual trust and respect. She creates a comfortable and safe environment where clients can feel secure discussing their challenges. Her specialties encompass various life challenges, including life transitions, career changes, anxiety, depression, spiritual problems, co-dependency, trauma, and addictions. Additionally, Barbara has a deep appreciation for the unique experiences of military personnel, veterans, and their families, drawing from her own experiences as a military spouse and veteran. She holds firm to the belief that effective counseling is a collaborative effort, involving both the expertise of the counselor and the active engagement of the client.

Dr. Maya Deskins, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, serves clients in the Commonwealth of Virginia and the District of Columbia. She possesses a robust academic foundation with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Xavier University, a Master of Arts in Counseling from Michigan State University, and a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from the University of Houston. Following her graduation, she completed an APA-accredited internship at the St. Louis VA in Clinical Psychology, focusing on military trauma and health psychology, and gaining invaluable experience with generations of the nation's heroes who faced the challenges of reintegration after being held as POWs in various military conflicts. Dr. Deskins specializes in working with a diverse clientele, including adolescents, adults, couples, and geriatrics, addressing a wide range of mental and behavioral health challenges while guiding them towards healthier alternatives. She provides comprehensive psychological evaluations to assess trauma-related conditions, personality traits, and various career-related assessments. Additionally, Dr. Deskins is skilled in evaluating intelligence quotient, aptitude, and identifying any potential neurocognitive or memory deficits, further enhancing her capability to support her clients' unique therapeutic needs.