Virtual Therapy in Washington, D.C. and Virginia
In your busy life, does this sound familiar?
Between work, family, and life, finding time for therapy is really difficult.
You don't like the idea of being seen at a therapist’s office by someone you know, and you feel anxious about confidentiality.
Traffic, parking, or bad weather can make getting to therapy a huge hassle when you’re already barely squeezing it into your day.
The added costs of gas, parking, and time off work aren’t in the budget.
It feels difficult to open up about sensitive issues in-person.
You know you need support, but you find every reason to wait.
Forget the excuses. I can help you find peace, reach your goals, and live authentically.
Why choose Virtual Therapy?
Comfort
You get to feel your emotions in the privacy of your own space. This could be in your sweats, with a warm cup of your favorite tea, next to your pet, sitting comfortably on your couch, at the kitchen table, or in your home office.
All you have to do is click the link I provide, and our session begins. Many of my clients share they feel more comfortable being vulnerable when they’re in their personal space.
Convenience
No more rushing to get to a session on time, worrying about traffic, or the metro running behind. No more dreading walking in the snow or rain to get to therapy.
When you subtract the time of getting you to and from your appointment, it makes scheduling therapy much more practical.
Confidentiality
You get an extra layer of privacy with online therapy. Some people feel uneasy going to a therapy office because someone they know might see them in the building or waiting room.
We’ll have our session using HIPAA-compliant video technology. That means we’ll use a platform with special security to ensure your privacy on the Internet.
Cost-efficient
Forget about transportation costs, the parking meters, or worrying about the drive or weather conditions. All you need is Internet/WiFi, a smartphone or laptop/computer, and a confidential space.
Virtual Therapy can help you…
Feel more comfortable opening up. Being in your own space can make it easier to talk about things that feel vulnerable or difficult.
Fit therapy into your life seamlessly. Without a commute or worrying about the weather, therapy becomes easier to prioritize.
Save time and energy. Skipping the hassle of driving, parking, or coordinating travel gives you more time for yourself.
Stay consistent, no matter where you are. Whether you’re at home, traveling, or juggling a packed schedule, virtual therapy keeps things flexible.
Connect with the right therapist. You can work with a therapist who truly fits your needs, even if they’re not located nearby.
Therapy Approaches
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EMDR Therapy
Learn how EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) effectively helps process traumatic memories, reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression for lasting healing.
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Sensorimotor Psychotherapy
Discover how Sensorimotor Psychotherapy integrates body awareness and movement to effectively address trauma and emotional challenges, promoting profound healing and self-regulation.
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IFS
Explore how Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy can effectively promote healing by helping you understand and integrate your inner parts, leading to greater self-awareness and balance.
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Therapy Intensives
If you want to feel better faster, therapy intensives are for you! Intensives are extended sessions that provide facilitate deeper and quicker healing through focused therapeutic engagement.
Help and hope are closer than you think—just a click away.
FAQs about Virtual Therapy
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Virtual therapy is simple and secure. Before our session, I’ll send you a link to join via a HIPAA-compliant Zoom platform. This ensures that our sessions are private and meet the highest standards for confidentiality.
At the time of your appointment, all you need to do is click the link from your smartphone, tablet, or computer. Find a quiet, comfortable, and private space where you won’t be interrupted. Once you’re settled, we’ll meet face-to-face through video, just like we would in an in-person session.
Virtual therapy works just like traditional therapy in many ways, allowing us to connect, process, and explore what’s on your mind. The key difference is that you can do it from wherever you feel most at ease.
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Absolutely. Virtual therapy has been shown to be just as effective as in-person therapy for many people. Research and client feedback have demonstrated that online sessions can provide the same level of connection, understanding, and progress as traditional face-to-face meetings.
The key to successful therapy—whether online or in-person—is the quality of the therapeutic relationship, motivation of the client, and the strategies used. With a comfortable, private space and the right technology, you can engage fully in the process and make meaningful progress. Many clients find that being in their own space helps them feel more at ease and open.
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No fancy tech needed—just a reliable internet connection and a device with a camera and microphone, like a computer, tablet, or smartphone. I use a HIPAA-compliant Zoom platform for our sessions, which is easy to access and secure.
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Yes, virtual therapy is confidential. I use a HIPAA-compliant Zoom platform, which is designed to keep our sessions private and secure. This means your personal information and what we discuss remain protected. And I’ll check to make sure you have a confidential space on your end for our sessions.
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If you run into any technical issues during our virtual therapy session, don’t worry. First, check your internet connection and ensure your device’s camera and microphone are working properly. If the issue continues, you can try restarting your device or switching to a different one if you have one available.
If we can’t connect through video, I’m happy to switch to a phone call as a temporary solution. While phone calls don’t offer the same level of security as our HIPAA-compliant video sessions, they are still private and can help us continue our work until we’re able to reconnect through video.
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Yes, virtual therapy can be an effective and suitable option for teenagers. Many teens find it easier to open up in their own space, where they feel comfortable and at ease. Virtual sessions offer flexibility, making it possible to fit therapy into their schedule without the added stress of commuting. With the right support, teens can build trust and engagement in an online setting just as they would in-person.
One important aspect of virtual therapy for teens is ensuring they have complete privacy during their sessions. It's essential that they feel secure and free from interruptions to share openly. I work with parents and teens to help create a space where this privacy is respected, so that the teen feels comfortable and empowered during each session.
If your teen is open to online therapy, it can be a great way to connect and work through challenges in a way that fits into their life.
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No, virtual therapy does not limit the effectiveness of any of the modalities I use, including IFS (Internal Family Systems), EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, or Relational Psychotherapy. These approaches can all be adapted to work seamlessly in an online setting, maintaining their core principles and effectiveness. While some in-person techniques, especially those involving physical movement, may be modified for virtual sessions, the therapeutic process remains impactful and productive.