Depression and Weight Control

Specialties

My name is Janet Laubgross, and I’ve been helping people – all types of people, with all types of concerns for over twenty-​five years in my private practice. In addition, I provide unique programs for marriage counseling (Awaken Your Marriage), weight management (Weight Management for Life), and coaching for professionals (LifeStyle Coach for Professional Women).

Discussing your problems with an experienced, licensed, clinical psychologist is a positive first step in achieving your goals. Together, we will begin the process of getting your life back on the right track.

History

Established in 1987.

I view psychological treatment as a partnership. The therapy process begins in the first session when you explain your concerns, and I provide feedback and recommendations. From the beginning, we will work together to set goals, define problem areas, and map out the best way to proceed.

Your treatment plan will be individualized according to your needs and circumstances. Along the way, I’ll provide guidance and concrete suggestions to help you get «unstuck» from unproductive patterns of behavior.

Together, we will create solutions that work for you. The overriding premise is for you to attain improved quality of life, and greater happiness — in a positive, supportive environment.

I work with adults and teenagers. I can see you individually, as a couple, as a family, or in a group setting. Often, a combination of treatment modalities is best. Together, we will decide the best way to proceed for you.

Meet the Business Owner

Dr. Janet L.

Business Owner

I have been licensed as a clinical psychologist in Virginia since 1987 and have maintained a private practice in Fairfax, Virginia for over 25 years. My training and experience has encompassed all age groups and modalities of treatment. In addition, I have consulted to organizations and have spoken to a wide variety of groups.

Education:

Duke University (B.A. in psychology), Magna Cum Laude and with distinction — May 1978

Texas Tech University (Ph.D. in clinical psychology), minor in marriage and family treatment — December 1985

Quoted in: Ladies Home Journal, Cosmopolitan, Shape, Washington Post, New York Times, Glamour, Seventeen, Parenting, Redbook, USA Today, Salon​.com, Better Homes and Gardens, WebMD, Newsweek, Self, and Weight Watchers.

Appearances: NBC television, CBS, and WTOP radio.

Presentations: Freddie Mac, Booz Allen, George Washington University Medical Center, Reston Hospital, and George Mason University.