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Personal Statement :
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Helping others if one of my highest values, so I hope working with you will be deeply rewarding for both of us. For me, it is a great moment to see you gain an insight or to have your anxiety and depression diminished . You may come to therapy to solve a particular problem, or to have a confidential place to talk about yourself, your challenges, your hopes and dreams. Together we'll define you needs and goals, and I will ask you how you want me to be with you. I can be as directive or as hands off as you request . You set the tone and topic of our sessions --the time is belongs to you
When working together, we might look the beliefs that hold you back from your desired life, explore the origins of these beliefs (and behaviors ) and help you take small steps to improve your well being. When therapy is working well, you can expect to feel some relief with each session, and greater peace of mind. Honesty is one of my strengths. I am interactive and will give you feedback. I might ask you to do homework so you can continue to progress in between sessions .
I have an avid interest in eating disorders, and started one of the first outpatient programs in DC in 1979. I treat Bulimia Nervosa and Binge Eating Disorder, and often use EMDR to desensitize traumas and install positive beliefs about the self. I also help couples through a model called" Imago Relationship Therapy" based on the work of Harville Hendrix.
You may come to therapy for as long as you find it helpful . That is your choice. My belief is that therapy does not have to be a veil of tears. Some sessions are painful ,but sometimes laughter can the best medicine . Making progress can be exhilarating and empowering.
Fees will vary based on the length of the session, and the type of session. Some EMDR sessions are 90 minutes as are couples sessions; some sessions are brief. We will discuss the type of work needed during our first meeting.
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Issues Treated :
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Client Profile :
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Anyone over the age of 15
Eating Disorded- Bulimia and Binge Eating Disorder
People with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship problems
Couples issues
All women's issues
Life Coaching for change
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Payments/Condition :
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Cash, Check, Credit Cards
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Avg Cost (Per session) : |
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$140.00 - $300.00
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Credentials/Training :
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MSW, LCSW-C, BCD, Certified Imago Therapist,
EMDR, Eating Disorders
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Office Hours :
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10 M-F
Evenings M,T,TH.
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License :
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00181
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Degrees :
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MSW ( U of Md. School of Social Work )
Certified Coach ( The Hudson Institute )
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Years in Practice :
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30
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Memberships :
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Greater Washington Society for Eating Disorders (former President), Greater Washington Society of Clinical Social Workers, Bethesda-Chevy Chase Chamber of Commerce
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Other Services :
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Other Languages : |
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Spanish
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