Business Details
4 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Mental Health Therapy in Arlington
At Summit Counseling Services, our mission is your growth. We partner with individuals, couples, and families to help them achieve their fullest potential through evidence-based therapeutic approaches. Our team of licensed professionals brings extensive experience in treating behavioral and emotional challenges, utilizing methodologies such as CBT, EFT, TF-CBT, EMDR, and mindfulness therapies. With a focus on holistic care, we integrate natural supports and environmental resources to tailor solutions that address each client's unique needs. Our clinicians are certified in specialized modalities, including Emotionally-Focused Therapy, and provide services in multiple languages to better serve the DMV community.We emphasize strengths-based counseling, empowering clients to overcome depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship conflicts. Our case management services coordinate with external professionals to optimize outcomes, while our educational support addresses the needs of youth in competitive academic environments. Through individual, couples, and family therapy, we foster resilience, improve communication, and strengthen emotional bonds. Our practice extends to teletherapy, ensuring accessibility for clients across Virginia and beyond. With over two decades of combined experience, our team remains committed to compassionate, client-centered care that prioritizes long-term well-being.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Family Therapy
Educational Needs Support
Case Management
Group Counseling
Teletherapy Services
Details
- Year established: 2022
Highlights and features
- We use evidence-based therapies like CBT, EFT, and EMDR for proven results.
- Our team provides services in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and Amharic.
- Certified Emotionally-Focused Therapy specialists for couples and family counseling.
- Case management coordinates care with schools and healthcare professionals.
- Holistic approach integrates environmental resources into personalized treatment plans.
What people say
Top-notch professionals
Good people
Services
Individual Therapy
Our individual therapy sessions focus on helping clients achieve personal and emotional goals through strengths-based counseling. We address depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues using evidence-based techniques like CBT, EMDR, and behavioral activation. Therapists adapt methods for children through play and art, ensuring age-appropriate care. The goal is to build resilience and foster lasting positive change.
Couples Counseling
Couples counseling utilizes Emotionally-Focused Therapy to strengthen relationships by improving communication and resolving conflicts. We address stress, infidelity, and personality differences through a humanistic approach that emphasizes emotional bonds. Sessions focus on de-escalating conflicts, restructuring interactions, and fostering mutual understanding to build healthier, more resilient partnerships.
Family Therapy
Family therapy addresses behavioral and emotional challenges in children and teens through Emotionally-Focused Family Therapy. We reduce negativity, improve communication, and strengthen family bonds by exploring relational needs and restructuring interactions. The approach emphasizes collaborative problem-solving to create sustainable positive changes in family dynamics and youth behavior.
Case Management
Case management services coordinate care with external professionals, including school counselors and healthcare providers. We advocate for clients by organizing interventions, attending meetings, and identifying resources to optimize outcomes. This collaborative approach ensures comprehensive support tailored to each family's unique needs and challenges.
Educational Needs Support
Educational support addresses special needs in competitive academic environments by collaborating with teachers and therapists. We develop strategies to build confidence, improve social skills, and address systemic challenges. The focus is on holistic development, combining academic, social, and family-centered interventions to help youth thrive.
People
Matt Levine
Founder, LCSW
Matt Levine, LCSW, founded Summit Counseling Services and specializes in individual, couples, and family therapy. Certified in EFT, he uses evidence-based methods to improve relationships and communication. He provides services in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
Rachel Townes
Licensed Professional Counselor
Rachel Townes, LPC, offers strengths-based counseling for depression, anxiety, and behavioral issues. She uses CBT and TF-CBT to empower clients to achieve treatment goals through collaborative, evidence-based approaches tailored to children, teens, and adults.
Mahlet Mekonnen
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Mahlet Mekonnen, LCSW, has 12+ years of experience in community and outpatient settings. Trained in CBT, DBT, and EMDR, she provides bilingual (English/Amharic) therapy focused on meeting clients where they are to address emotional and relational needs.
Joao Perosa
Resident in Counseling
Joao Perosa, Ph.D., supports clients with psychoanalytic and relational therapies. With 20+ years of experience in Brazil and the U.S., he offers services in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, focusing on diverse therapeutic interventions for teens and adults.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
We offer individual, couples, family, and group therapy using evidence-based methods like CBT, EFT, TF-CBT, and EMDR tailored to each client's needs.
Do you provide teletherapy services?
Yes, we offer teletherapy for clients in Virginia and the DMV area, ensuring accessible mental health support from the comfort of your home.
How can I schedule a consultation?
Book a free 15-minute consultation through our website or contact us at (703) 740-9840 to discuss your therapy goals with our team.
What ages do you work with?
Our therapists serve all age groups, including children, teens, and adults, with age-appropriate interventions like play therapy and behavioral activation.
Do you accept insurance?
We are out-of-network providers; check with your insurance company for coverage details. We provide receipts for potential reimbursement.
What is Emotionally-Focused Therapy?
EFT is an evidence-based approach that strengthens emotional bonds in relationships by improving communication, resolving conflicts, and fostering secure attachments between partners and family members.
Reviews (2)
Mark Domanski
Nov 29, 2017
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I met Matt Levine around 1999 when we were both at UVa. He has always been a thoughtful individual with a great capacity for empathy. I would highly recommend him.
Joaquin Santana
Nov 06, 2017
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A great counselor, has helped me immensely in difficult times. Highly recommended, Matt is a compassionate and intelligent therapist with experience and a real-life approach to problems.
