Dedicated, warm, culturally-sensitive & committed licensed psychotherapist with 15+ years experience as a counselor in public/private settings. I use a cognitive, holistic approach which is highly-effective with most clients. I work with individuals, couples & families in a collaborative style that is both challenging & compassionate. In brief or long-term counseling tailored to the client's unique needs, I assist people to learn new ways of thinking/believing about problems in daily living.

A patient wrote this to me: "You are someone who knows the song in my heart, and could sing it back to me when I had forgotten the words." In my over 27 years of psychotherapy practice, I have learned several things: one is, in meeting with patients, to clear my mind (at least to try hard!) of all the theories and clinical orientations I have absorbed and to allow my emotions, mind, body, and considerable life experience to be present in our interactions. [Please note that I do NOT accept CareFirst BlueCHOICE, just PPO and Federal.]

Maybe from the outside, everything looks fine. But inside, there is sadness or worry -- parts of you that are wounded, burdened, trapped in an endless cycle of pain. Maybe other parts of you are caught in extreme roles of perfectionism, self-criticism, addictions -- anything to get you numb or keep you distracted. Keeping these wounded parts hidden is a full-time job - and maybe it feels too scary to be yourself in relationships. If unresolved issues from your past are keeping you from having the kind of life you want, I'd like to help.

It feels like nobody really knows how you feel on the inside. In many ways you're successful, accomplished and have your stuff together. But privately you are aware of your personal struggles. It could be any of a number of things: low self worth, lack of confidence, pervasive negative thoughts, explosive anger, isolation, intense anxiety, or deep feelings of sadness or self-hate. You have tried to handle it, control it or change it to no avail. Something has to give; you're tired of the struggle and ready for a change.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist with expertise in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), pediatric psychology, and family therapy. I work with children and families on a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, attention disorders/executive dysfunction, stress, coping with medical illness, learning disabilities, neuropsychological challenges, and developmental issues. I also have extensive experience in conducting psychological and neuropsychological evaluations for children and adolescents with school difficulties, developmental problems, and other issues. Along with evaluation, I can assist with interpreting and implementing treatment plans and related recommendations in consultation with parents, teachers, and other professionals (e.g., medical doctors, speech-language therapists, tutors).

I understand that reaching out to schedule the initial therapy session can be intimidating. For this reason, my priority in session is to provide a safe and confidential therapeutic space for my clients in which they can share their challenges and feel heard and understood. My counseling experience includes assisting individuals with life transitions, anxiety, communication skills, depression, stress management, relationship difficulties, and addictive behaviors. I have worked in a variety of settings, including private practice, hospice care, mental health agencies, schools, and out-patient substance abuse treatment settings.

I work across the lifespan to connect with individuals seeking the transformative power of therapy, resiliency, and post-traumatic growth. By developing a strong therapeutic relationship grounded in compassion and kindness, I create a safe and healing space for each client to explore insights, develop skills, process trauma, losses, and life transitions. I believe in the power of mindfulness, mind/body connection, expressive arts, and play as a tool to explore, learn, and process your experiences and reach your therapeutic goals. I am honored by the opportunity to work with you as you share, grow, and change.

At Awaken Wellness Center, we believe therapy offers the opportunity to promote growth, empowerment, and development of the spirit by addressing problems in a supportive and therapeutic environment. Life is full of surprises, and difficulties often do not simply go away. We must work through our problems or else they continue to be an obstacle to growing and moving forward. I use a strengths-based approach, focusing on an individual's own unique strengths and resiliency, empowering clients to improve their lives.

I am an LCSW with 20+ years of experience working with adolescents and adults to assist them in addressing life's problems. I believe on focusing on the hear and now and how to make you live life to its fullest. If you are struggling and are looking for some help with coping, I welcome the opportunity to learn about your story and join you on the expedition. My goal is to help you heal, and we can explore and identify personal goals to improve your life.

Building confident kids with social skills, advocating for the disabled with skills for employment, and strengthening family communications are the pillars of my passion. Helping children to cope and confidence for happiness, health, and healing can be answered with Play Therapy. Beginning and maintaining employment for individuals with disabilities can be intimidating. I provide support to adults with strategies to navigate through employment. Also, the home environment is first place where healthy family communication should begin through family counseling.

I am licensed psychotherapist with more than twenty years of experience working with adults and adolescents offering counseling and therapy for a variety of issues to a diverse client base in Virginia and Washington, DC. I provide treatment for individuals, couples and families, and lead a number of therapy groups. My work combines cognitive behavioral techniques with other effective and evidence-based therapies, such as DBT, to help you to actualize your strengths and manage your behaviors in a safe, supportive and solution-focused context. I have extensive experience working with life's transitions, aging, illness, and loss and grief, particularly with the LGBT community.

Finding the right therapist can be a daunting and overwhelming process, especially when you are experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and other daily stressors. I am a firm believer that therapy should be a place just for you. A place where you can be yourself, go at your own pace, and explore what is happening beneath the surface. In this collaborative relationship, you will feel empowered, supported, and be better equipped to handle the many challenges of life.

With more than twenty years of experience, I have had the opportunity and privilege to participate in the hard work that individuals, couples and families have done to lead fuller and more satisfying lives. I work with adults and families dealing with anxiety, depression, adoption, trauma, divorce, deployment, grief and loss. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Practitioner. In addition to therapy, I provide individual and group Clinical Supervision for Licensure.

Welcome. Most people seek therapy when they feel something in their life is just not quite right. Maybe you have identified the problem - anxiety, depression, or poor relationship patterns. Or maybe you are not sure, but you know something is off. At Full Circle, we help our clients figure out what is at the core of their struggles, then collaborate to figure out new solutions, new perspectives, and new ways of being. Therapy is a journey of deeply personal exploration and understanding. We take pride in and enjoy helping our clients connect with their true selves on the path to healing and a better quality of life.

We specialize in depression, anxiety, relationship issues, stress, infertility, and life coaching. What can you expect out of therapy? 1) Reducing symptoms: We’ll work together so you feel better as soon as possible by reducing your symptoms, whether it be feeling anxious or sleep problems. 2) Figuring out the root of your challenges: We’ll explore what caused you to feel this way in the first place so you can anticipate and prevent these challenges in the future. 3) Building your confidence going forward: You will learn and practice new skills that will help you feel confident overcoming future challenges.

I work with children, teenagers, and adults to help manage anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, grief and loss. I believe in the power of connection in building resilience and in meeting every client wherever they are in their journey of healing. I strive to create a safe space for my clients to explore, learn, and embrace their own life story.

During this COVID-19 crisis I am taking new clients and will be by video/phone. I am a licensed clinical social worker who works with adults, teens, and families to address a variety of therapeutic needs. Some areas of focus include anxiety, depression, parenting, relationship issues, grief and loss, self-esteem, domestic violence, divorce and trauma. Please contact me with questions or for a phone consult to determine if I would be a good match as a partner in therapy. I offer weekend hours and some evening hours and collaborate with other healing/medical professionals as needed for a more comprehensive approach to your care.

I enjoy consulting with adolescents, adults, and couples, and specialize in treating first-time mothers. As a new patient and I develop a way of working together, I focus on building a connection, shaping goals and symptom relief. While I address these immediate issues, I am also thinking more globally about what these particular experiences mean for this particular person. My style is both conversational and collaborative, and I tend to switch back and forth between a close-in, practical approach toward symptoms and dilemmas, and a wider view, to help patients make more permanent changes in their lives.

I am offering telehealth sessions for new and current clients. The purpose of therapy, as opposed to just talking with a friend or family member, is to facilitate personal and professional growth. This growth is typically most needed in the areas of relationships, mood, performance and an overall improved integration of one's values. In order to make growth possible, one must feel safe in an objective, confidential environment. My primary goal is to offer a safe and supportive place for change. Throughout the entire process, I will encourage, guide, challenge and support you in making the changes you deem to be right for you.

I practice adult psychotherapy that appreciates and explores the richness and complexity of interactions between body, mind, soul, and spirit. My therapeutic work aims to help clients not only to get 'unstuck' from current symptoms and problems, but also to 'look forward' to their next stage of self-growth. Working with an integral psychology, I draw upon cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and humanistic-existential treatment modalities but add meditation, guided imagery, and dream work. In addition to seeing individuals and couples, I guide groups on 'care of the soul', loss and grief and spirituality.