Jennifer Bakalar
Psychologist, PhD (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
21 Endorsed
Let's Connect (202) 849-9198
Our connections with ourselves, others, and our communities can bring tremendous joy, meaning, and fulfillment. In contrast, experiences of disconnection, isolation, shame, and loss can elicit profound anguish. A crucial step toward relief and enduring growth in psychotherapy starts with a therapeutic relationship grounded in trust. Beyond the reasons bringing you in, I am committed to listening to your life story and getting to know you as a whole, imperfect person who deserves unconditional care and respect. From there, we can identify opportunities to relate to yourself and others in new ways.
My primary specialties include trauma, grief, moral injury, and adjustment. I am particularly experienced working with healthcare professionals, legal professionals, civil servants, individuals who have experienced traumatic loss (e.g., violent death, suicide, or homicide survivorship), intergenerational trauma, psychological abuse, and neglect.
Finding a strong fit with a therapist is essential. Let's schedule a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation to discuss what brings you to therapy and how I may help. I welcome your questions and look forward to hearing from you.
Call or Email Jennifer Bakalar now for a free 15 minute consultation - (202) 849-9198
Let's Connect (202) 849-9198
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $250
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Out of Network
Jennifer Bakalar
Psychologist, PhD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (202) 849-9198
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of District of Columbia / PSY1001443 Jennifer Bakalar
- Attended Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
- License: Maryland Department of Health 06404 / 2020
- License: Virginia Department of Health Professions 0810006741 / 2020
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Jennifer Bakalar
Psychologist, PhD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (202) 849-9198
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Grief
- Life Transitions
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Caregivers
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Family Conflict
- First Responders
- LGBTQ+
- Medical & Healthcare Professionals
- Men's Issues
- Moral Injury
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Stress
- Women's Issues
21 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Aviation Professionals ,
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Aviation Professionals ,
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Existential
- Experiential Therapy
- Feminist
- Integrative
- Interpersonal
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Jennifer Bakalar
Psychologist, PhD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (202) 849-9198