Individual therapy is a one-on-one space to talk through what you are experiencing, gain insight, build coping tools, and work toward meaningful change. Sessions are collaborative and tailored to your needs, goals, and pace.

I work with teens and adults seeking support for concerns such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship stress, trauma, and feeling stuck or overwhelmed. Therapy is personalized and responsive to what you bring into the space.

I primarily offer individual therapy using a blend of talk therapy, coping strategies, and evidence-based approaches. When appropriate and desired, therapy may also include EMDR as part of the work.

Traditional talk therapy often focuses on exploring thoughts, emotions, patterns, and experiences through conversation and reflection. This can be incredibly helpful for gaining insight, building coping skills, and making meaning of what you’ve been through.

EMDR works a bit differently. While it still involves talking and collaboration, it also uses bilateral stimulation to help the brain process distressing memories in a new way. Instead of focusing primarily on insight, EMDR targets how experiences are stored in the nervous system. Many people find that EMDR helps reduce the emotional intensity of past experiences more directly and efficiently.

Both approaches are effective, and neither is “better” than the other. The choice depends on your goals, comfort level, and what feels like the best fit for you.

No. EMDR is always optional. Some clients prefer traditional talk therapy only, while others choose to incorporate EMDR at certain points. We will talk together about what feels most supportive for you.

EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. It is a structured therapy approach that helps the brain reprocess experiences that continue to impact thoughts, emotions, or reactions in the present. EMDR is used thoughtfully and collaboratively within therapy when it feels like a good fit.

While EMDR is well known for treating trauma, it can also be helpful for a wide range of concerns. Some people use EMDR to work through anxiety, chronic stress, negative self-beliefs, low self-esteem, relationship patterns, performance blocks, or distressing life experiences that continue to impact them in the present.

EMDR can be especially useful when something feels “stuck” or when talk therapy alone hasn’t brought the relief someone is hoping for. We would decide together whether EMDR makes sense for your goals and where you are in your therapy journey.

EMDR sessions are structured but gentle. You remain present and in control throughout the process. Preparation and stabilization are always part of the work before moving into deeper processing.

This is a common and understandable concern. EMDR is a well-researched, evidence-based therapy, but it’s not something that’s rushed into. Before starting EMDR, we would spend time assessing whether it’s a good fit for you and making sure you feel prepared.

Because EMDR involves revisiting difficult experiences, some moments can feel uncomfortable. However, many people find it more manageable and less intense than other trauma-focused therapies. We move at a pace that feels right for you, and you remain in control throughout the process. At any point, we can slow down, pause, or stop.

I am trained through an EMDRIA-approved program and use evidence-based practices. We also focus on building coping and grounding skills so you feel supported both during sessions and between them, and each session ends in a way that helps you feel grounded and able to return to your day.

Not necessarily. One of the benefits of EMDR is that you do not have to share every detail of your experience out loud in order for the therapy to be effective. We focus on how the memory is affecting you now, rather than retelling the event in full.

You always have control over what you share. We work collaboratively to identify targets and move at a pace that feels safe and manageable for you. The goal is to support healing without retraumatizing you or requiring you to relive experiences in ways that feel overwhelming.

I am trained through an EMDRIA-approved training program. EMDRIA, the EMDR International Association, sets professional standards for EMDR training and clinical practice. This means I use evidence-based EMDR protocols and follow established guidelines for assessment, preparation, and pacing.

Before beginning EMDR, we assess readiness, focus on safety and stabilization, and move at a pace that feels supportive and appropriate for you. EMDR is always used collaboratively and with your consent.

Yes. In-person therapy sessions are available in Virginia.

Yes. Telehealth sessions are available to clients in states where I am licensed, including Virginia, Washington, DC, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey.

I am licensed to provide therapy services in Virginia, Washington, DC, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey. I offer in person sessions in Virginia and telehealth services for clients located in the states where I am licensed.

I hear this question often. Sometimes people want to feel closely connected to someone in their local community, and that makes a lot of sense.

I began my clinical work in Philadelphia and gained much of my experience there. I also received my education and training in both New York City and Pittsburgh. After relocating to the DMV area, I wanted to continue serving the community I’m now part of, while also staying connected to the places and clients that shaped my professional journey.

Maintaining licensure in multiple states allows me to support clients across different stages of life, transitions, and locations, while still providing consistent and thoughtful care.

Most clients start with weekly sessions, though frequency may change over time depending on your goals, needs, and progress.

Insurance information, including accepted plans and private-pay options, can be discussed during the consultation or found on the website's Info page.

The first step is to schedule a free consultation. This allows us to discuss your needs, answer questions, and determine whether working together feels like a good fit.