Dr. Marcela A. Bonafina
Psychologist, PhD
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
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Let's Connect (202) 688-3884
My practice is designed for individuals seeking a level of clinical expertise beyond general therapy. I specialize in PNES, functional neurological disorders, and trauma-related conditions at the intersection of neurology and psychology. Many I work with have pursued prior treatment without resolution and are ready for a more precise, expert-led approach. I also work with high-functioning adults navigating internal strain who seek deeper, more rigorous work. This is a specialized practice designed for individuals seeking a high level of clinical expertise, engagement, and psychological depth.
I provide specialized, expert-led treatment for PNES, functional neurological disorders, complex trauma, and high-functioning individuals seeking deeper, more rigorous work. My approach is structured and precise, integrating neuropsychology and evidence-based methods to reduce symptoms, restore stability, and support lasting change.
If you’ve pursued answers without clarity or feel that previous therapy hasn’t gone far enough, you’re not alone. Many of the individuals I work with are seeking a more precise, expert-led approach. If this resonates, I invite you to reach out and explore whether this work may be the right fit.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $280
- Couple Sessions $400
Payment Methods
ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Check, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa, Wire, ZelleInsurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Anthem EAP
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- CareFirst
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Kaiser Permanente-Mid Atlantic
- Optum
- Oxford
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of District of Columbia / PSY200001353 Marcela A. Bonafina
- In Practice for 22 years
- Attended The Graduate School and University Center-City University of New York, Ph.D., Graduated 2003
- License: New York State Department of Education 016078 / 2004
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Grief, life transition, relationship issues, anger
- Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures (PNES)
- Trauma and PTSD
- Veterans
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Immuno-disorders ,
Single Parent
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino
I also speak
French ,
Italian ,
Spanish ,
Spanish, French, Italian
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Immuno-disorders ,
Single Parent
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino
I also speak
French ,
Italian ,
Spanish ,
Spanish, French, Italian
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Emotionally Focused
- Family / Marital
- Forensic Psychology
- Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP)
- Multicultural
- PNES-Focused Treatment
- Prolonged Exposure Therapy
- Psychodynamic
- Psychological Testing and Evaluation
- Somatic
- Trauma Focused