Have you been struggling to understand your emotions, cope with changes or reduce depression, anxiety or guilt? Through encouragement and empowerment, we will work to reduce and heal the challenges you face. Having supported a wide variety of clients, I am passionate about working with both men and women to find and maintain freedom from their eating and co-occurring disorders by gently confronting barriers, building on strengths and challenging unhelpful relational and thought patterns. It is n...
Life continually brings new challenges and successes to us: life events and circumstances that can contribute to periods of serious distress – but also potentially meaningful personal growth. This can certainly apply to those who are on a path toward achieving a degree - adjusting to new things: a degree program, city, roommates, & even ways of learning (including online classes & COVID-sensitive campus life). This also can be a time in life when past challenges can crop up again - vestiges of t...
My purpose is to ultimately help my clients achieve the goals they wish to accomplish. I offer a safe, empathetic and a warm environment. I use interventions that offer not only symptom relief, but also a means to improve emotional connections to the individual and others. I have experience in treating LGBTQIA populations, depression, sexual challenges, anxiety disorders, trauma, bipolar disorder, substance use disorders, chronic pain, chronic illness, disabilities, and disease. As a dedicated p...
Do you experience hypervigilance? panic? overwhelm? avoidance? unexplained physical symptoms? Many of my clients didn't realize that their symptoms of anxiety, depression, chronic pain, issues with vulnerability and in relationships stem from trauma. Trauma is not just something soldiers experience; trauma encompasses so many experiences. I use modalities like EMDR to get at the root of the symptoms, rather than putting a bandaid on them for a temporary fix. I also have experience with ADHD-info...
Life is a journey filled with twists, turns, and unexpected challenges. The hurdles that we face on this journey make it common to feel lost, overwhelmed, and confused, but the commonality of these feelings does not make them any less intense. I understand the profound impact that life's challenges can have, and I have had the privilege of helping numerous people through some of their most difficult times. While working with me, you'll discover that I am down to earth and approachable. I will...
Our goal is embedded in our name. Through therapeutic and skill building services, we aim to guide individuals on their journey to discovering their best self! So what exactly is meant by “your best self”? Your best self is a fully-integrated and well-balanced YOU with all the skills and awareness needed to thrive emotionally, physically and socially. Are you ready to discover the best version of yourself?...
Whether you're feeling inundated by challenging life experiences, navigating life transitions, or struggling with a relationship that's depleting your personal resources, I welcome the opportunity to work with you. You don't have to figure this out on your own. The fundamental value of therapy is being able to speak with an empathic person about what is happening in your life. It is an opportunity to be heard and recognized in the midst of whatever is occurring for you. Believing that within yo...
Our dedicated therapists are honored to walk alongside you on your individual journey to personal wellness. Let us be a part of your healing process through personalized therapy, offering unwavering support and specialized care as you navigate life’s challenges. Together, we can create an individual therapy plan that empowers you to reach your mental wellness goals and strengthen your relationships. Your path to healing is unique, and our therapists are here with open hearts and compassionate ca...
My goal is to foster your inner strengths to aid you during your difficult path. Many experience times of depression, anxiety, trouble in relationships, sexual difficulties, or life transitions. My experience has focused on working with clients who strive to heal from past trauma, improve their sexual health, and reconnect in relationships. I work hard to guide couples to improve communication, regaining intimacy, and lessen disconnect. I work with individuals and couples who want to have more p...
Grace is passionate about supporting young adults that are experiencing depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, self-harm, and suicidal thoughts. Grace deeply understands the challenges that young adults face today, with navigating peer relationships, being told consistently who and what to be by the world around them, and feeling disconnected from their own identities. In her sessions, Grace provides warmth, understanding, humor, and guidance while helping young adults get in touch with their tru...
College life comes with a lot—academic stress, relationships, family pressure, and figuring out your future. For many young women and girls, these transitions can bring up anxiety, self-doubt, or feeling like you’re not enough. I specialize in working with young adult women who are navigating trauma, burnout, and big life changes. Using EMDR and CBT, I help you process past experiences, break free from negative thought patterns, and build confidence in who you are. My goal is to create a space w...
As a practice, we are committed to Black excellence and helping clients address the concerns that are creating interruptions in their lives. Our focus is to help our clients address their needs and overcome challenges associated with the Black lived experience. We believe in creating the safest space possible while also helping clients utilize their strengths to cultivate personal growth and change. By using an interdisciplinary therapy-coaching model, we are able to guide our clients through a ...
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I am a licensed therapist in Virginia, Washington, DC, and New York with over 17 years of experience working as a counselor in different settings, and garnered different experiences along the way. I have a bachelor of science degree in Psychology and master of science degree in mental health counseling. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD and ADHD. I also helped many people who hav...
Are you feeling stressed? Unbalanced? Is the college transition overwhelming? We help you find your roots and live life fully. We work with clients experience educational stressors, career stressors, going through life transitions and having adjustment difficulties. Contact us today to start your journey in feeling so rooted in yourself that nothing disturbs your peace....
Here at Trap House Therapy, we cater to the population that believes therapy "just isn't their thang!" Our office promotes self-awareness, accountability, and most importantly self-empowerment; by helping clients uncover the resources they possess inside to achieve their desired growth and highest form of self. If you are looking for someone who will be attentive to your needs, treatment goals and helps you work through your most vulnerable moments safely; then Trap House Therapy is the place...
The Healing Suite provides therapeutic interventions to adolescents and young adults experiencing anxiety, depression, and stress due to trauma and life transitions. We specialize in supporting young people with various challenges that they'll encounter as they mature. We practice from a place of cultural sensitivity and we are LGBTQ+ affirming. It is our belief that each person is an expert on themselves and should be able to make choices that are in their own best interest. Call, text, or...
I often find that when one hits a crossroad in their life, it can sometimes bring stress, but also has the capacity to create growth and resilience. I take a warm, engaging, and persistent approach with clients as we explore how to make sense of the thoughts, feelings and behaviors that may be undermining your happiness and productivity. I have had the privilege of helping individuals make meaningful change in their lives for over a decade. My approach is highly collaborative, and individual...
We are born into mystery and we are on a spiritual quest to know ourselves more fully, to discover our life's purpose and to find our personal power. My therapeutic approach involves accompanying my clients on a journey of self-discovery and self-mastery. For, as Carlos Castaneda wrote, "We either make ourselves miserable or we make ourselves strong...the amount of work is the same." Ultimately, my goal is to be a mirror that reflects back to you your own innate goodness, strength and wisdom. We...