Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) Therapists in H Street Corridor, Washington, DC
I take an individualized approach to therapy that’s tailored to your personal needs and goals. Within a warm and supportive environment, we examine the challenges you’re facing and the way forward. Using concrete skills and strategies, we'll work collaboratively to equip you with versatile tools to apply in your daily life.
I take an individualized approach to therapy that’s tailored to your personal needs and goals. Within a warm and supportive environment, we examine the challenges you’re facing and the way forward. Using concrete skills and strategies, we'll work collaboratively to equip you with versatile tools to apply in your daily life.
If you have been struggling with a health concern such as pain, insomnia, or GI distress, you may feel demoralized by the limitations of medical treatments for many health issues. You may not know that psychotherapy is an effective treatment for a number of medical conditions. As a clinical health psychologist, I specialize in chronic illness, chronic pain, disorders of brain-gut interaction (DGBIs), health anxiety, insomnia, and stress related to navigating the health care system. Therapy can help you to quiet the brain’s natural threat response to symptoms, foster resilience, and embrace life once again.
If you have been struggling with a health concern such as pain, insomnia, or GI distress, you may feel demoralized by the limitations of medical treatments for many health issues. You may not know that psychotherapy is an effective treatment for a number of medical conditions. As a clinical health psychologist, I specialize in chronic illness, chronic pain, disorders of brain-gut interaction (DGBIs), health anxiety, insomnia, and stress related to navigating the health care system. Therapy can help you to quiet the brain’s natural threat response to symptoms, foster resilience, and embrace life once again.
As one of the largest psychotherapy practices in Northern New Jersey, Lukin Center offers you or your loved one more options and therapy modalities so you can find the best clinician and treatment for you. Our clinicians practice at the top of their fields, with many specializing in specific age groups, life stages, or relationships. In order to bring the highest quality, evidence-based services to our clients, we truly live by the power of life-long learning. This dedication to the ongoing training of our staff enables us to provide our clients with the most cutting-edge and expert treatment available.
As one of the largest psychotherapy practices in Northern New Jersey, Lukin Center offers you or your loved one more options and therapy modalities so you can find the best clinician and treatment for you. Our clinicians practice at the top of their fields, with many specializing in specific age groups, life stages, or relationships. In order to bring the highest quality, evidence-based services to our clients, we truly live by the power of life-long learning. This dedication to the ongoing training of our staff enables us to provide our clients with the most cutting-edge and expert treatment available.
You're doing everything you can to keep it together—but inside, it feels like you're barely holding on. Maybe food, anxiety, mood swings, or executive dysfunction are taking over, and you’re exhausted from pretending you’re fine. You want something to change—you want to feel like yourself again (or finally figure out who that even is). My goal is to create a warm, supportive space where you feel safe to explore what’s holding you back, reconnect with your values, and move toward a more meaningful, authentic life.
You're doing everything you can to keep it together—but inside, it feels like you're barely holding on. Maybe food, anxiety, mood swings, or executive dysfunction are taking over, and you’re exhausted from pretending you’re fine. You want something to change—you want to feel like yourself again (or finally figure out who that even is). My goal is to create a warm, supportive space where you feel safe to explore what’s holding you back, reconnect with your values, and move toward a more meaningful, authentic life.
I provide individual therapy for adults carrying the weight of always being "the strong one," the high achiever, the caretaker, and the high functioning professional. You're exhausted from performing, overthinking, and pushing through while your own needs go unmet. You're functioning on the surface but internally you feel overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected, maybe battling depression, processing trauma, and/or barely holding it together through chronic stress and life transitions. You don't have to keep carrying everything alone. I provide a safe, trauma-informed space to untangle these patterns and truly begin caring for yourself.
I provide individual therapy for adults carrying the weight of always being "the strong one," the high achiever, the caretaker, and the high functioning professional. You're exhausted from performing, overthinking, and pushing through while your own needs go unmet. You're functioning on the surface but internally you feel overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected, maybe battling depression, processing trauma, and/or barely holding it together through chronic stress and life transitions. You don't have to keep carrying everything alone. I provide a safe, trauma-informed space to untangle these patterns and truly begin caring for yourself.
Additionally, we have received intensive training in Exposure Response and Prevention Therapy ( ERP)—the gold standard treatment for OCD.
When you start with NOCD, you’ll either work with me or be paired with one of my colleagues based on your preferences. We’ll take the time to get to know you and create a treatment plan to help you achieve your goals. Plus, we offer support between sessions through direct messaging and a community of peers with OCD, ensuring you never feel alone.
Additionally, we have received intensive training in Exposure Response and Prevention Therapy ( ERP)—the gold standard treatment for OCD.
When you start with NOCD, you’ll either work with me or be paired with one of my colleagues based on your preferences. We’ll take the time to get to know you and create a treatment plan to help you achieve your goals. Plus, we offer support between sessions through direct messaging and a community of peers with OCD, ensuring you never feel alone.
I have extensive training in ERP for treating OCD and training in trauma informed therapy.
Life is hard enough without obsessing over whether or not you ran someone over with your car on the way home from work (and sometimes driving back to check!) or if a headache is actually a brain tumor (and then asking chatGPT for the symptoms.) These thoughts may actually be anxiety or even OCD. We can work together to learn to identify them and find ways to manage or even stop them completely.
I also specialize in working with young adults who are in dealing with anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. Young adults experience so many major life transitions that can often exacerbate mood symptoms and open up old wounds.
I have extensive training in ERP for treating OCD and training in trauma informed therapy.
Life is hard enough without obsessing over whether or not you ran someone over with your car on the way home from work (and sometimes driving back to check!) or if a headache is actually a brain tumor (and then asking chatGPT for the symptoms.) These thoughts may actually be anxiety or even OCD. We can work together to learn to identify them and find ways to manage or even stop them completely.
I also specialize in working with young adults who are in dealing with anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. Young adults experience so many major life transitions that can often exacerbate mood symptoms and open up old wounds.
Each one, reach one, teach one is a quote I embrace that inspires me in my therapeutic work with patients. As a seasoned psychotherapist, I employ a compassionate, empathetic and creative approach when working with patients. This focuses on Strength-Based Solution Focused Therapy, CBT, DBT, Mindfulness Training and additional evidence based therapeutic interventions to collaboratively work with you on your healing journey. The advantage to working with me is that I apply my many years of professional expertise to help you achieve your treatment goals which leads to positive outcomes.
Each one, reach one, teach one is a quote I embrace that inspires me in my therapeutic work with patients. As a seasoned psychotherapist, I employ a compassionate, empathetic and creative approach when working with patients. This focuses on Strength-Based Solution Focused Therapy, CBT, DBT, Mindfulness Training and additional evidence based therapeutic interventions to collaboratively work with you on your healing journey. The advantage to working with me is that I apply my many years of professional expertise to help you achieve your treatment goals which leads to positive outcomes.
We develop strategies that keep us safe, and sometimes we slip into patterns that no longer serve us. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and insomnia, and my strength is in creating a warm, non-judgmental space to safely explore your emotions, thoughts, and values in a fresh way. I will work with you to understand your experiences, develop new coping strategies, and help you move toward the life you want with greater confidence and clarity. I am bilingual in ASL and English and LGBTQIA+ affirming.
We develop strategies that keep us safe, and sometimes we slip into patterns that no longer serve us. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and insomnia, and my strength is in creating a warm, non-judgmental space to safely explore your emotions, thoughts, and values in a fresh way. I will work with you to understand your experiences, develop new coping strategies, and help you move toward the life you want with greater confidence and clarity. I am bilingual in ASL and English and LGBTQIA+ affirming.
Words can be difficult some days, especially when they are locked in our minds. Expressing oneself effectively can be challenging. Thoughts may be unclear, feelings hard to identify, or needs tough to articulate. I believe people possess inner wisdom and the ability to navigate these situations with greater clarity. My role is to guide people with a strengths-based approach. Together, we explore their inner world, develop practical coping strategies, and build their ability to manage psychological entropy. Clients can expect to feel empowered, gain insights, and learn skills for a balanced and fulfilling life.
Words can be difficult some days, especially when they are locked in our minds. Expressing oneself effectively can be challenging. Thoughts may be unclear, feelings hard to identify, or needs tough to articulate. I believe people possess inner wisdom and the ability to navigate these situations with greater clarity. My role is to guide people with a strengths-based approach. Together, we explore their inner world, develop practical coping strategies, and build their ability to manage psychological entropy. Clients can expect to feel empowered, gain insights, and learn skills for a balanced and fulfilling life.
Feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or stuck? I work with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, intrusive or racing thoughts, and the impacts of trauma. I offer a supportive space where you can feel understood while we focus on practical steps to ease distress and help you feel more grounded and confident in daily life. Telehealth services are available for adults in Virginia, Maryland, Washington, DC, and Alabama. I accept many insurance plans and also provide Board-Approved Clinical Supervision for Virginia social worker supervisees pursuing LCSW licensure.
Feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or stuck? I work with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, intrusive or racing thoughts, and the impacts of trauma. I offer a supportive space where you can feel understood while we focus on practical steps to ease distress and help you feel more grounded and confident in daily life. Telehealth services are available for adults in Virginia, Maryland, Washington, DC, and Alabama. I accept many insurance plans and also provide Board-Approved Clinical Supervision for Virginia social worker supervisees pursuing LCSW licensure.
As an expert in Sport and Performance Psychology, I work with current and former athletes (age 14 and up), coaches, caregivers of athletes, and individuals in high-stress jobs, particularly individuals who experience physical injury, burnout, relationship distress, performance anxiety, self-esteem struggles, identity development, perfectionism, managing change, and body image concerns. My goal as a therapist is to create a supportive and collaborative space and relationship with my clients to allow for in-depth exploration and perspective taking.
As an expert in Sport and Performance Psychology, I work with current and former athletes (age 14 and up), coaches, caregivers of athletes, and individuals in high-stress jobs, particularly individuals who experience physical injury, burnout, relationship distress, performance anxiety, self-esteem struggles, identity development, perfectionism, managing change, and body image concerns. My goal as a therapist is to create a supportive and collaborative space and relationship with my clients to allow for in-depth exploration and perspective taking.
It’s easy to look "fine" while feeling exhausted or disconnected. If you’re navigating a personal crossroads, burnout, or strained relationships, you don’t have to figure it out alone. I provide a therapy space that is as warm and relatable as it is results-oriented, offering Individual, Couples, and Group therapy to help you move from "surviving" to thriving. I practice with cultural humility, honoring you as the expert of your lived identity. I am a lifelong learner committed to acknowledging power imbalances. We won’t simply linger on the 'why' of the past—we will actively weave the 'how' into the future you’re ready to build.
It’s easy to look "fine" while feeling exhausted or disconnected. If you’re navigating a personal crossroads, burnout, or strained relationships, you don’t have to figure it out alone. I provide a therapy space that is as warm and relatable as it is results-oriented, offering Individual, Couples, and Group therapy to help you move from "surviving" to thriving. I practice with cultural humility, honoring you as the expert of your lived identity. I am a lifelong learner committed to acknowledging power imbalances. We won’t simply linger on the 'why' of the past—we will actively weave the 'how' into the future you’re ready to build.
Finding the right therapist is always one of the most important aspects of treatment. Nahima is committed to addressing a wide range of psychological challenges including anxiety, depression, neurodiversity, trauma, relational difficulties, and issues of self-esteem, impulse control, and emotional regulation from a relational and strengths-based perspective. She works collaboratively with patients and aims to provide psychoeducation, increase emotional regulation skills, and develop a working relationship to support the therapeutic work.
Finding the right therapist is always one of the most important aspects of treatment. Nahima is committed to addressing a wide range of psychological challenges including anxiety, depression, neurodiversity, trauma, relational difficulties, and issues of self-esteem, impulse control, and emotional regulation from a relational and strengths-based perspective. She works collaboratively with patients and aims to provide psychoeducation, increase emotional regulation skills, and develop a working relationship to support the therapeutic work.
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” I integrate approaches like CBT, DBT, IFS, EMDR, ERP, and I-CBT across my work with eating disorders, OCD, and trauma.
When food, your body, or your thoughts feel all-consuming, it can be exhausting and hard to manage. You might look fine on the outside, while inside you’re stuck in patterns of restricting, bingeing, intrusive thoughts, rigidity, or feeling disconnected from yourself. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults navigating eating disorders, OCD, trauma, anxiety, and depression. As a Certified Eating Disorders Specialist (CEDS-C), I bring depth of experience helping clients move through complex and overwhelming patterns.
” I integrate approaches like CBT, DBT, IFS, EMDR, ERP, and I-CBT across my work with eating disorders, OCD, and trauma.
When food, your body, or your thoughts feel all-consuming, it can be exhausting and hard to manage. You might look fine on the outside, while inside you’re stuck in patterns of restricting, bingeing, intrusive thoughts, rigidity, or feeling disconnected from yourself. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults navigating eating disorders, OCD, trauma, anxiety, and depression. As a Certified Eating Disorders Specialist (CEDS-C), I bring depth of experience helping clients move through complex and overwhelming patterns.
Therapy is an opportunity to better understand who you are and gain skills to address challenges. I most often work with people who are experiencing mood or anxiety concerns, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) symptoms, life transitions, and relationship issues.
Therapy is an opportunity to better understand who you are and gain skills to address challenges. I most often work with people who are experiencing mood or anxiety concerns, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) symptoms, life transitions, and relationship issues.
With training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Exposure Response Prevention ( ERP).
My journey in this field began with a deep-rooted desire to make a positive impact, leading me to earn my undergraduate degree in Social Work from Catholic University in 2013. I continued my education and completed my Masters in Social Work through the advanced standing program in 2014. My professional path has taken me through various roles, starting with the DC Child and Family Services, where I completed my clinical licensure requirements. For the past nine years, I’ve had the privilege of working in private practice, helping clients from diverse backgrounds find fulfillment and resilience.
With training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Exposure Response Prevention ( ERP).
My journey in this field began with a deep-rooted desire to make a positive impact, leading me to earn my undergraduate degree in Social Work from Catholic University in 2013. I continued my education and completed my Masters in Social Work through the advanced standing program in 2014. My professional path has taken me through various roles, starting with the DC Child and Family Services, where I completed my clinical licensure requirements. For the past nine years, I’ve had the privilege of working in private practice, helping clients from diverse backgrounds find fulfillment and resilience.
What really matters most to you, and do you feel your life reflects this in a fulfilling way? Clients are often confronting stress, depression and anxiety, grief and loss, chronic illness or chronic pain, work/school or relationship challenges, or past trauma. We will work to understand and accept the reality and impact these can have of you, while also finding ways to move forward in your life towards the things that matter most.
I also offer mental health evaluations in English, French and Spanish for immigration legal cases.
What really matters most to you, and do you feel your life reflects this in a fulfilling way? Clients are often confronting stress, depression and anxiety, grief and loss, chronic illness or chronic pain, work/school or relationship challenges, or past trauma. We will work to understand and accept the reality and impact these can have of you, while also finding ways to move forward in your life towards the things that matter most.
I also offer mental health evaluations in English, French and Spanish for immigration legal cases.
Lasting change is possible with effective interventions and proper support. I specialize in evidence-based treatments to help people overcome anxiety, depression, OCD, and a range of other mental health concerns. Whether you struggle with social anxiety, depression, or difficult life circumstances, my role is to help you improve your quality of life and create real, measurable changes.
Lasting change is possible with effective interventions and proper support. I specialize in evidence-based treatments to help people overcome anxiety, depression, OCD, and a range of other mental health concerns. Whether you struggle with social anxiety, depression, or difficult life circumstances, my role is to help you improve your quality of life and create real, measurable changes.
I have substantial experience using evidence-based approaches (ACT, CBT, ERP) to treat these conditions, and I tailor treatment to each client’s needs and goals.
Every client is different, and I make sure therapy feels collaborative and practical for you. Together we’ll identify what matters most, break challenges into manageable steps, and find strategies that fit your life. I will help you feel supported, empowered, and equipped to make meaningful change.
I have substantial experience using evidence-based approaches (ACT, CBT, ERP) to treat these conditions, and I tailor treatment to each client’s needs and goals.
Every client is different, and I make sure therapy feels collaborative and practical for you. Together we’ll identify what matters most, break challenges into manageable steps, and find strategies that fit your life. I will help you feel supported, empowered, and equipped to make meaningful change.
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Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) Therapists
Do I need exposure and response prevention therapy?
Many clients decide to seek help for obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors when these symptoms are distressing enough to disrupt everyday life. Any thoughts or behaviors that cause friction in close relationships are also worth addressing. In addition, the client’s symptoms don’t have to be severe for them to benefit from ERP therapy.
Is exposure and response prevention therapy part of cognitive behavioral therapy?
Exposure and response prevention is one specific type of CBT that focuses on behavioral change in response to triggering stimuli. It is related to exposure therapy but adds an additional component of preventing compulsive and harmful responses.
How long does exposure and response prevention therapy take?
While every patient is different, exposure and response prevention therapy typically lasts around 12 sessions, although some treatments can take longer. A therapist will determine if the treatment is complete based on how the client faces their fears, particularly the strongest ones. When a client feels less anxiety about stimuli that once evoked terror or distress, that is generally an indication that they are nearing the end of ERP therapy.
What are the limitations of exposure and response prevention therapy?
The most common pitfalls of exposure and response prevention therapy include not addressing a client’s core fears, allowing the client to avoid their most distressing stimuli, and using imaginary exposure when the client requires real-life exposure (and vice versa). ERP therapy is most effective when the client commits to the full course of treatment; if the client stops early or doesn’t practice what they have learned outside of therapy sessions, they are less likely to have successful outcomes.