Licensed Professional Counselor, LSATP, NCC · Serving Children, Teens & Adults
Arlene provides bilingual (English/Spanish) counseling for teens and adults navigating trauma, depression, school issues, and substance use. Her culturally affirming approach creates a safe space for clients from all backgrounds.
“Healing has no language barrier — and neither does compassion. Every person deserves to be truly heard.”
— Arlene, Licensed Professional Counselor, LSATP, NCC
Arlene brings bilingual (English/Spanish) counseling with a culturally affirming lens, creating genuine accessibility for clients who may have felt underserved by the mental health system. As a licensed substance abuse treatment practitioner (LSATP), she brings specialized expertise in dual diagnosis, relapse prevention, and the intersection of trauma and substance use.
At Riverside Counseling and Psychiatry, Arlene works with clients from Ashburn, Leesburg, Sterling, and across Northern Virginia, and offers telehealth for patients throughout Virginia.
Schedule with Arlene →“I've seen other therapists before, but this has been different. I actually feel heard. The progress I've made in just a few months has surprised even me — I'm genuinely grateful.”
Riverside Counseling and Psychiatry Patient
Great clinicians bring their whole selves to their work. Here’s a little more about Arlene.
Fully fluent in English and Spanish
A safe and welcoming space for all
Ready to work with Arlene?
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Prefer to call? (703) 337-3909
