Virtual treatment available: DMA outpatient programs can also be accessed via online telehealth services.
To meet the growing need for adolescent mental health services in Virginia, we are excited to open our second residential location in Annandale. This new location offers residential treatment for a primary mental health diagnosis to no more than eight patients at a time. We offer gender-inclusive treatment with separate programming for adolescents ages 11-17. Our Annandale mental health residential center is convenient to Alexandria, Arlington, Falls Church, McLean and other Fairfax County locations. Our other residential center is located in Fairfax Station to provide a higher level of treatment for adolescents and teens. We also have an outpatient treatment center in Fairfax.
We specialize in evidence-based treatment such as dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance commitment therapy (ACT) and other modalities to create a comprehensive, individualized treatment plan for each patient. Along with these treatments, Annandale also offers several experiential activities— creative art expression, music and meditation—to provide a well-rounded treatment experience.
Medication management is also available by board–certified psychiatrists, as well as individual sessions, medication education, psycho-pharmacology groups, and collaboration with families and outpatient providers.
The School Support Program is offered to young patients, where an education liaison supervises and supports them through their schoolwork. The education liaison also collaborates with the patient’s therapist to ensure they have the right environment in place for learning, which will in turn help them reintegrate into their school after treatment.
The family and support system are considered integral members of the treatment team. We honor the family and support system as experts on their loved one while we provide care and clinical guidance throughout the recovery process. Once a patient is finished with treatment, they and their families or support system can access free weekly support groups, an extensive referral network and aftercare help.
Insurances we accept at this location include but are not limited to Aetna, Beacon, Cigna, Kaiser, Optum, and Unicare. Please remember that the insurances we accept change frequently. Our insurance team will verify your coverage.
CONDITIONS WE TREAT
PROGRAM FEATURES
Residential
Females
Ages 10-17
CONDITIONS WE TREAT
Trauma
Anxiety Disorders
Depression
Self-Harm
Bipolar Disorder
Reactive Attachment Disorder
MEET THE TEAM
Mariann Vasquez
PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR
Alexandra Jones, MSW
ASSOCIATE THERAPISTHere’s What Patients Say After Completing Treatment*
- 97% feel hopeful about their future*
- 95% believe they can handle life after treatment*
- 99% know what helps them get better*
“I came out of this program much stronger and more stable, with tools to help me in case I ever feel unstable again. I received more than adequate care here. I was given coping tools, the staff was very attentive and the groups were very helpful.” – B.W., former patient at DMA
“My daughter has made strides in this program and learned some invaluable coping skills. I highly recommend this program to other people who are suffering from mental health issues.” – T.W., parent of DMA alumni
*Percentage includes adult and adolescent patients who admitted to the Discovery Mood & Anxiety Program in 2021 (between 1/1/21 and 12/31/21) and completed the Recovery Assessment Scale (RAS) (N = 2,278). Average length of stay is 34.2 days for those who completed treatment (did not discharge to a higher level of care, due to insurance, against treatment advice, transfer or administratively).
Support Group
Discovery Mood & Anxiety provides free support groups for individuals, loved ones, and professionals. Find out more about how to join our free support groups.