Rachel is originally from the Washington, D.C. area and earned bachelor’s degrees in Human Development and Sociology, along with an additional major in Psychology, at Virginia …
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Shelby Beck
Hi, I’m Shelby Beck, LCSW. I specialize in supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, chronic illness, grief, and trauma. I know how overwhelming life can feel at …
Briana Higgins
Briana is a LCSW, specializing in work with children, youth, young adults, and families. Her practice is grounded in the belief that every individual holds the capacity for growth …
Carina D’Agostino
Carina approaches therapy with warmth, curiosity, and an attachment-informed, relational focus. She works with children, adolescents, and adults, providing person-centered, …
Isaias Ponpa
Hello! I’m Isaías, a bilingual licensed social worker passionate about providing affirming and compassionate care to individuals navigating life’s many transitions. I’m committed …
Jenna Gwinn
Hi! I’m Jenna Gwinn, Registered Clinical Social Work Intern. I’m passionate about empowering youth, individuals, couples, and families through strengths-based, client-centered …
Alyssa Martinez
Alyssa received her Bachelor of Science in Family and Consumer Science from Baylor University and her Master of Science in Clinical and Mental Health Counseling at the University …
Mariana Marinucci
Welcome, and thank you for being here. No one has to navigate life’s challenges alone. Whether someone is feeling stuck, anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected, therapy can offer a …
Valerie Klingerman
Valerie believes that everyone should be given an opportunity and have someone listen to them regardless of age, race, status, circumstances, etc. This sets her apart from others …
Wing Bui
Wing centers and supports queer people of color and adult children of immigrants through grief and loss, life transitions, anxiety, intergenerational and attachment trauma, …
Bailey Ambrister-Strauss
Bailey Ambrister-Strauss prioritizes affirming clients of all cultures, sexual and gender identities, and abilities utilizing a framework of social justice. She holds a Master of …
Emily Lafferrandre
Emily Lafferrandre, SWC (she/her) has over a decade of experience supporting individuals in various outpatient and community settings. She specializes in helping clients navigate …
