Stone Ridge, VA Local Support & Community Resources

Casey Sarafinas is a Licensed Professional Counselor who believes that everyone has needs, wants, and dreams worth pursuing. Often, these aspirations become hidden beneath the busyness of life, but Casey's organizational skills can help individuals rediscover what truly matters to them. With a passion for working with adults and couples, she empowers her clients to enhance their communication, connection, and co-parenting skills. Casey incorporates mindfulness, creativity, and a sprinkle of humor into her therapeutic approach. Acknowledging that she is human, she is known to share laughter and tears alongside her clients. Her specialties include treating anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, and various relational issues, including betrayal trauma and Complex PTSD. In couples counseling, Casey addresses areas such as pre-marital guidance, co-parenting, intimacy challenges, infidelity, and divorce. She recognizes that when clients are not living in alignment with their core values, feelings of unhappiness and dysregulation often arise. Casey meets her clients exactly where they are and gently encourages them to stretch beyond their comfort zones. After all, life can be tough, and her supportive guidance reminds clients that they are enough. Together, they roll up their sleeves and embark on a journey towards healing and self-belief.

Julianne Kauffman is an LPC intern whose passion for counseling is deeply rooted in her own journey through anxiety, depression, and trauma. Through her experiences, she has developed effective tools and skills to manage emotions, and she is dedicated to helping others discover what works best for them. Julianne meets her clients where they are, guiding them towards their goals in a way that feels genuine and authentic. She understands that each phase of life presents unique challenges and offers support in coping with life transitions, enhancing communication, and fostering self-awareness. Acknowledging the fears of her clients, Julianne believes in the strength of courage, as highlighted in her favorite quote by Glennon Doyle: 'I see your fear, and it’s big. I also see your courage, and it’s bigger. We can do hard things.' Creating a safe space for personal growth is essential to Julianne; she strives to build a trusting relationship through authenticity, collaboration, respect, and vulnerability. By offering compassion and empathy without judgment, she customizes her approach using creativity, humor, and mindfulness strategies tailored to each individual's unique interests and needs. Helping others is central to Julianne's identity, both personally and professionally. Outside of her practice, she enjoys crocheting, listening to audiobooks, exploring music and podcasts, relaxing with her husband and their rescue beagle, Copper, and cherishing moments with family and friends.

Susan Mccarty Mccormick is a compassionate Marriage & Family Therapist (MS, LMFT) who has dedicated her career to guiding adults and families through their emotional journeys. After navigating the profound loss of her husband in 2002, she understands first-hand that life often presents unexpected challenges. Susan believes that while life can be unfair, we are empowered with choices that shape our resilience. Through therapy, she equips her clients with the necessary tools to heal and flourish. Her approach embraces the difficult emotions that many try to avoid, facilitating an environment where clients can grow from their experiences. Specializing in addressing issues such as marital and premarital conflicts, family discord, and mood disorders, she works with individuals, couples, and families who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, or relationship deterioration. With a background as an SVP of Sales, Susan also brings valuable insights into work-life balance and communication skills, making her uniquely qualified to support executives in navigating both personal and professional challenges. Utilizing a diverse range of modalities— including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and the Gottman Method— she fosters a safe space for clients to embrace their emotions and adapt to life's complexities.