5236 44th Street, NW
Suite 4
My practice offers inclusive and compassion focused individual and couple counseling and consultation. I help people learn how to observe their thoughts and feelings with less judgment. Mindfulness, empathy and self-compassion training is also offered. For couples, the Gottman method is an evidence-based approach to help you connect and communicate effectively to build a joyful connection and friendship with your partner.
My style is active, warm, non-judgmental with a little gentle humor, as well. I consider and honor differences in how men and women think and feel. Should you decide to consult with me, you will be comfortable and supported in whatever style suits you best. There is no one right way to communicate, the key is understanding what makes each other tick and learning how to connect effectively.
We all want to be seen and loved for who we are. We don’t want to feel stuck or worried or stressed. My practice includes counseling and support for individual adults, couples, interfaith couples, co-parents, new parents, families, mothers, fathers, teens, and women who may be struggling with the symptoms of postpartum depression. I also consult with parents who may have concerns about their child/teen and adults who want to make sense of their relationships with their own parents.
Licenses/Certifications
 Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)
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License Info
LC 302938
Education
Bachelor of Arts, Hampshire College, Amherst, MA,
Master of Social Work, The National Catholic School of Social Service, Washington, DC.
Level 3 Trained Gottman Method Therapy
Bio
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and family therapist with more than twenty years of ongoing training and clinical experience. I offer research-based strategies to increase feelings of trust, good will and connection.
In addition to my private practice, I am also a writer, editor and community builder. I have lived in the Washington, DC area for more than thirty years. As a family systems therapist I specialize in transitions across the life cycle.
Memberships
Founder, Moderator - DCTherapistConnect (DCTherapistConnect.com)
Member, Greater Washington Society for Clinical Social Workers
Member - National Association of Social Workers
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Practice Areas/Issues Treated
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Therapy
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Adolescents
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Anger Management
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Anxiety and Panic
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Bicultural Difficulties
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Caregiver Issues
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Chronic Illness
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Couples
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Depression
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Divorce
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Life and Wellness Coaching
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Life Transitions
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Loneliness
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Marriage & Family Therapy
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Marriage Counseling
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Men's Issues
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Online / Teletherapy
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Pre and Postpartum Mental Health
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Premarital Counseling
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Relationship Issues
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Self-Esteem Issues
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Stress Management
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Women's Issues
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Work and Career Issues
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