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Brendan O'Connell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, IFS, EMDR
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Brendan O'Connell

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, IFS, EMDR (he, him)

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Available both in-person and online
1350 Connecticut Avenue Northwest 1030 Washington, DC 20036
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You feel caught in cycles that no longer serve you, but after so long, you don’t know any other way. In the quiet moments, you might find yourself wondering, "What is wrong with me?" That stress often feels like a spring winding tighter in your chest—a constant state of waiting for the other shoe to drop, or a quiet numbing of your own feelings and boundaries just to get through the day. I want to offer you a different perspective: What if nothing is actually wrong with you? You aren’t malfunctioning—you are adapting. You are experiencing the exhaustion of a system that has worked overtime to help you survive
As an IFS and EMDR therapist, I offer therapy for clients in Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Together, we build a relationship with protective parts and gently process how trauma is held in the body and nervous system, at a pace that feels safe and supportive.
My approach is collaborative, experiential, and grounded in curiosity. If you’re looking for an IFS or EMDR therapist in Washington DC, Maryland, or Virginia, and want to feel more connected to yourself with greater choice in how you respond to life, I’d be glad to support you. Reach out to schedule a free 20-minute consultation.
Call or Brendan O'Connell now for a free 15 minute consultation - (202) 883-6788

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Full Self Psychotherapy

1350 Connecticut Avenue Northwest

1030

Washington, DC 20036 map

 (202) 883-6788
My website
I provide individual IFS and EMDR therapy in-person at our office in DC. I provide online sessions for clients in DC, Maryland and Virginia.
I specialize in C-PTSD and Trauma and PTSD 
$210 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Brendan O'Connell
Let's Connect (202) 883-6788
Photo of Brendan O'Connell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, IFS, EMDR

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Full Self Psychotherapy

1350 Connecticut Avenue Northwest

1030

Washington, DC 20036 map

 (202) 883-6788
My website
I provide individual IFS and EMDR therapy in-person at our office in DC. I provide online sessions for clients in DC, Maryland and Virginia.
I specialize in C-PTSD and Trauma and PTSD 
$210 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Brendan O'Connell

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $210

Payment Methods

Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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I provide a monthly superbill that you can submit to your insurance company for any out-of-network reimbursement they may provide.
Photo of Brendan O'Connell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, IFS, EMDR
Brendan O'Connell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, IFS, EMDR
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (202) 883-6788
"
I provide a monthly superbill that you can submit to your insurance company for any out-of-network reimbursement they may provide.
Photo of Brendan O'Connell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, IFS, EMDR
Brendan O'Connell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, IFS, EMDR
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (202) 883-6788

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Maryland / 33598 Brendan O'Connell
    License state differs from primary location state.

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 1 year
  • Attended University of Maryland, Baltimore, Masters in Social Work, Graduated 2025

    • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from IFS Level 2 Trained - IFSI 1245 / 2026
  • Certificate from EMDR Basic Training - Manhattan Center for Trauma Studies 2026
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I am a Licensed Master Social Worker practicing under the supervision of Margot Lamson, LICSW. I am licensed in Maryland, D.C., and Virginia.
Photo of Brendan O'Connell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, IFS, EMDR
Brendan O'Connell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, IFS, EMDR
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (202) 883-6788
"
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker practicing under the supervision of Margot Lamson, LICSW. I am licensed in Maryland, D.C., and Virginia.
Photo of Brendan O'Connell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, IFS, EMDR
Brendan O'Connell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, IFS, EMDR
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (202) 883-6788

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • C-PTSD
  • Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Dissociative Disorders (DID)
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • LGBTQ+
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress
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However your struggles present—whether through perfectionism, chronic doubt, anxiety, or emotional numbing—they make sense. We don't ignore the impact they have on you AND we work together to witness and heal the pain underneath, allowing for intuitive change. This is not a linear or easy process, and we get to laugh along the way.
Photo of Brendan O'Connell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, IFS, EMDR
Brendan O'Connell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, IFS, EMDR
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (202) 883-6788
"
However your struggles present—whether through perfectionism, chronic doubt, anxiety, or emotional numbing—they make sense. We don't ignore the impact they have on you AND we work together to witness and heal the pain underneath, allowing for intuitive change. This is not a linear or easy process, and we get to laugh along the way.
Photo of Brendan O'Connell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, IFS, EMDR
Brendan O'Connell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, IFS, EMDR
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (202) 883-6788

Client Focus

Age

Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Age

Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • EMDR
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Somatic Experiencing
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I do not believe therapy should feel rigid or one-size-fits-all. I use IFS, EMDR, and Somatic Experiencing in a way that is shaped around you, your needs, and your capacity in the moment. Through it all, we will check in, and adjust according to your needs and nervous system.
Photo of Brendan O'Connell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, IFS, EMDR
Brendan O'Connell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, IFS, EMDR
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (202) 883-6788
"
I do not believe therapy should feel rigid or one-size-fits-all. I use IFS, EMDR, and Somatic Experiencing in a way that is shaped around you, your needs, and your capacity in the moment. Through it all, we will check in, and adjust according to your needs and nervous system.
Photo of Brendan O'Connell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, IFS, EMDR
Brendan O'Connell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, IFS, EMDR
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (202) 883-6788

Location

Primary Location

Full Self Psychotherapy

1350 Connecticut Avenue Northwest

1030

Washington, DC 20036

(202) 883-6788

Email Me

My website

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

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I provide individual IFS and EMDR therapy in-person at our office in DC. I provide online sessions for clients in DC, Maryland and Virginia.
Photo of Brendan O'Connell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, IFS, EMDR
Brendan O'Connell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, IFS, EMDR
Call for a free consultation now - (202) 883-6788
"
I provide individual IFS and EMDR therapy in-person at our office in DC. I provide online sessions for clients in DC, Maryland and Virginia.
Photo of Brendan O'Connell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, IFS, EMDR
Brendan O'Connell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, IFS, EMDR
Call for a free consultation now - (202) 883-6788