Dr. Paul Birch, LMFT
Fairfax, VA
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 25 years of experience specializing in the treatment and prevention of marital distress. I help couples navigate challenges such as affair recovery, communication and conflict, and compulsive sexual behaviors, while focusing on approaches that promote lasting change. My work is grounded in evidence-based methods and a commitment to helping couples strengthen connection, understanding, and resilience in their relationships.
Education & Experience
- Ph.D. Psychology: Research and Evaluation Methodology, Utah State University
- M.S. Marriage and Family Therapy, Brigham Young University
- 25+ years of experience serving couples and families
- License number 0717001404
Specialties
- Marital & Premarital
- Relationship Issues
- Conflict Resolution
- Intimacy
- Communication
- Sexless/Withdrawn
- Affair & Infidelity Recovery
- Family Systems & Life Changes
Trainings, Certifications, and Continuing Education
- The Developmental Model of Couples Therapy: Differentiation, Attachment, and Brain Science (Year Long Intensive, Couples Institute), 2020
- Level 1 Gottman Couples Therapy: Bridging the Couple Chasm
- Gottman Institute Treating Affairs & Trauma
- The Marriage Meeting Program: A Strength Based Approach for Successful Relationships
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Topics in Human Sexuality: Sexual Compulsivity
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Topics in Human Sexuality: Sexual Disorders and Sex Therapy
- Treating Complex Trauma: Using Emotive Writing
- Attachment, Regulation Theory, Relational Trauma
- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy – Individual & Group Therapy Through the Lifespan
Dr. Birch’s Approaches include the following:
- Gottman Method
- Imago Therapy
- Relational Life Therapy by Terry Real
- Emotionally Focused Therapy
Real Client Reviews
Laura W.
3 months ago
Paul is an intelligent and deeply knowledgeable therapist who has spent years refining his ability to help couples navigate difficult dynamics and challenges. He brings a rare combination of empathy, honesty, and practicality to his work. Rather than offering quick fixes, he thoughtfully guides couples toward healthier communication, deeper understanding, and stronger relationships.
Tess B.
3 months ago
My husband and I were lucky enough to be clients of Paul's on and off for several years. His respectful feedback, his genuine care for both of us, and his meaningful expertise, has shaped our marriage and lives significantly. We still reach for tools and techniques he taught us. Paul has not only given us better understandings of each other as husband and wife, but helped us to better understand all the people we have relationships with. Paul wants you and your marriage to thrive.
Thank you, Paul, for being such an amazing teacher and counselor. Your lessons continue to shape our family and we could not be more grateful.
Thank you, Paul, for being such an amazing teacher and counselor. Your lessons continue to shape our family and we could not be more grateful.
Locations Dr. Birch Works
Fairfax, VA
I see clients in-person Tuesday through Thursday.
Our Counselors Association Memberships Include:
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