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CONTACT
703-493-0459
JOINED
Joined on March 1, 2024
INDUSTRY
Mental Health
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DESCRIPTION
My private psychotherapy practice offers an affirming, welcoming space for adults to explore their unique identities, experiences, and needs. I work with individuals, couples, and those in non-monogamous/polyamorous relationships. I provide trauma-sensitive, culturally-humble care that embraces the diverse spectrum of orientations, identities, and expressions. Whether you're looking for help processing and healing, on a journey of discovery, or wanting to develop skills and insight, I'd be honored to support you, beginning with meeting you right where you are.
General Survey
Question: What percent of your organization identifies as part of the LGBTQ+ community?
Answer: More than 10%
Question: What are your policies on LGBTQ+ trainings?
Answer: Not applicable.
Question: How often do you require or recommend LGBTQ+ inclusive training?
Answer: Annually
Question: Which best describes your current policies and procedures for your LGBTQ+ staff?
Answer: I abide by the American Counseling Associations's Code of Ethics (C.5. Nondiscrimination: Counselors do not condone or engage in discrimination against prospective or current clients, students, employees, supervisees, or research participants based on age, culture, disability, ethnicity, race, religion/spirituality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/ partnership status, language preference, socioeconomic status, immigration status, or any basis proscribed by law).
Question: Which best describes your current policies and procedures for your LGBTQ+ clients?
Answer: We do not have LGBTQ-specific references in our policies and procedures.
Question: How do you create a positive space for the LGBTQ+ community?
Answer: We have year-round shows of support that are specifically affirming or positive for the LGBTQ+ community.
Industry Survey
Question: Please list the title that best fits you:
Answer: Board-Certified Resident in Counseling
Question: Please list any professional certifications you have:
Answer: M.Ed. (Clinical Mental Health Counseling), NCC (Nationally Certified Counselor)
Question: How long have you been assisting people who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community?
Answer: 3-5 years
Question: What age group(s) do you work with?
Answer: 18 and older
Question: Is your mental health or medical treatment practices affected, directed, or informed by religious or moral teachings, values, or principles?
Answer: No.
Question: Do you have specialized training or background in any of the following fields?
Answer: Gender Dysphoria & Transgender Issues
Question: Do you have specialized training or background in any of the following fields?
Answer: DSM-5 Guidance
Question: Do you encourage, use, or suggest any of the following treatments: conversion therapy (or any therapy that tries to change a person’s identity or orientation); faith-based therapy that describes LGBTQ+ identities as bad, wrong, or harmful; ambush or inundation therapy that exposes a patient to regular anti-LGBTQ+ information or causes confrontation with large groups?
Answer: I don't use these practices.
Question: Do you have a process that allows for treatment of those without insurance?
Answer: Yes - I'm an Open Path Collective provider. This service connects people who lack health insurance or whose health insurance doesn’t provide adequate mental health benefits to therapists who provide reduced rates.
Question: Does your practice use LGBTQ+ affirming language in its forms and processes?
Answer: Yes.
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