Helping People Find Therapists & Advocating for Ethical and Healthy Therapy & Marriage Counseling Practices

My Approach to Helping

Providing a safe and confidential place for you to discuss your concerns is my primary goal. In our first appointment, you will have the opportunity to discuss what has prompted your decision to seek therapy, ask many questions and decide whether I am may be a good "fit" for you. I believe that trust in therapy is earned, not expected. I am empathic, direct and non-judgmental.

My approach to treatment is insight-oriented; I encourage clients to examine where their difficulties may have originated, and work collaboratively towards finding solutions. I believe that my job is to help people discover what they need or want in their lives, and to help identify the obstacles in their way.

I have extensive experience in the treatment of trauma issues, anxiety, depression, and relationship conflicts. I am a graduate of Northwestern University and George Washington University. I completed my training at Cambridge Hospital/Harvard Medical School and my Post-Doctoral Fellowship at Sheppard Pratt Hospital. I am currently part of the medical staff at the Washington, DC Veterans Affairs Medical Center.

 

More Info About My Practice

My services are normally covered by insurance company out-of-network benefits. I am not an in-network provider with any insurance plans. I accept credit cards, checks or cash. Please contact me by email or phone to discuss fees and other information about my practice. I look forward to answering any questions you may have.

Services I Provide

• Individual Therapy & Counseling
• Group Therapy
• Consultation
• Clinical Supervision

Ages I Work With

• Teens
• Adults
• Elders

Languages I Speak

• English

Groups I Work With

Depression and anxiety issues; Post-traumatic Stress Disorder; Dissociative Disorders; and, recovery from sexual, physical and emotional trauma.

Therapy Approaches I Use

• Integration of different therapy models
• Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy
• Interpersonal Psychotherapy
• Mindfulness Based Approaches
• Process Oriented Psychology
• Psychodynamic
• Self Psychology
• Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Concerns & Issues I Help With

• Identity Issues
• Attachment
• Reproduction
• Abuse: Emotional, Physical, or Sexual
• Trauma
• Life Changes
• Health & Body
• Social Skills & Problems
• Emotion Management
• Anxiety, Fear, & Stress
• Occupational & Academic Issues
• Family Problems
• Childhood & Adolescence
• Relationships & Marriage
• Depression & Mood
• Self-Esteem & Confidence
• Sexuality
• Self-Harm & Suicide