Fara Ravaoarimanga, MA, Resident in Counseling

Fara Ravaoarimanga is currently a Virginia Resident in Counseling and a doctoral candidate in Clinical Pastoral Counseling. She earned her M.A. in Counseling Psychology from North Park University in Chicago and M.A. in English as a Second Language from the Sorbonne University in Paris, France. Fara brings over 21 years of experience serving individuals, couples, and families. She specializes in trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, abuse, addiction, adjustment difficulties, self-esteem concerns, spiritual/religious issues, and relationship challenges. In addition to her clinical work, Fara is a published author and known for her work with survivors of domestic violence in Madagascar, Chicago, and McLean (Virginia). Her passion is helping individuals discover their strengths, increase self-worth, and develop practical tools for navigating life's challenges. For clients seeking faith-integrated counseling, Fara incorporates a Christian worldview grounded in God's love, compassion, grace, healing, and restoration - while honoring each client's unique beliefs, values, and level of comfort with spiritual discussions. Fara's therapeutic approach includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Person-Centered Therapy. She values and respects individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds and is mindful of both collectivistic and individualistic perspectives in her work. Fara provides therapy in English, French, and Malagasy. If you are looking for a therapist who will meet you with warmth, compassion, cultural sensitivity, faith-informed support when desired, and practical tools for growth, Fara would be honored to walk alongside you on your journey toward healing, resilience, and wholeness.