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"I am a licensed psychologist in Maryland and Washington DC, who has received Board Certification in Organizational and Business Consulting Psychology (ABPP), and also is an internationally Certified Group Psychotherapist (CGP). I began my career in Washington DC in 2006 and, since have expanded my practice to Western Frederick County, Maryland. In addition to working as a therapist, I have consulted to the federal government and private sector entities in various capacities. To learn more about my background, practice as a psychotherapist, or work as an organizational consultant, continue reading." |
Background & Education: I graduated with a Master of Arts in Psychology from Towson University (2001) and with a Doctorate in Psychology from Loyola University in Maryland (2005). While earning my PsyD, I worked part-time as a Masters-level clinician for a community crisis response center, and as a counselor and psychometrician for a private practice that provided services to city and county police officers, spouses, and families. After completing my APA-accredited, predoctoral internship at American University's counseling center, I pursued postdoctoral training at Georgetown University's Counseling and Psychological Services where I received supervised training hours necessary for licensure.
Current Practice: For the past 20 years, I have worked as a Consulting Psychologist for the Department of Defense and several Defense Affiliates. I also have continued working with a small caseload of private therapy clients in Washington, DC. After seeing clients predominately via telehealth from 2020-2021, I expanded my practice to Frederick County, Maryland, where I see clients in person, or via telehealth. I offer group and individual psychotherapy, as well as onsite consultation to businesses and organizations in DC, Maryland, and Virginia.
Group and Individual Psychotherapy: In all of my work, I believe in the power and value of groups and systems. Group work can be as valuable, and at times more helpful, than individual therapy. I have treated individuals with symptoms related to depression, anxiety, grief, and post-traumatic stress. I have helped people overcome relational difficulties, improve their self-esteem, mute pressures related to over achievement, and navigate life transitions including separation or divorce from a spouse, career changes, and retirement decisions. I have successfully treated individuals from diverse ethnic/cultural backgrounds, people who experience concerns related to sexual orientation, and with challenges related to identity development. Lastly, I have expertise working with individuals employed by NGO's, Government, and Defense and security-related positions (including individuals retired from the Special Operations Community) who have returned to the US after performing in high threat or unconventional assignments. Those serving in these positions have benefitted from being able to process and understand the physiological and emotional impacts of their experience as they transitioned back to life in the US or have moved from an unconventional to more traditional career path.
Supervision & Training
I actively participate in training group therapists and hold a faculty position at the New Washington School of Psychiatry's National Group Psychotherapy Training Institute (NGPI). In the past, I co-led groups and supervised doctoral level group therapists in George Washington University's Doctor of Psychology Program. Lastly, I belong to professional organizations that promote Group Psychotherapy including the American Group Psychotherapy Association (AGPA). In the past, I have presented at AGPA's annual meeting on topics related to training psychotherapists. I am also a member of the Mid Atlantic Group Psychotherapy Society (MAGPS), where I served on the Board from 2010-2023 in various positions including President. During my time as the MAGPS President (2021-2023), I received a leadership award from the American Group Psychotherapy Association.
Business & Organizational Consultation
I also utilize my psychology degree and advanced training in group and organizational dynamics to consult to leaders and organizations. I specialize in consultation related to protective factors, or conditions or attributes that promote health and well-being in individuals, businesses, communities, or groups. I have considerable experience in organizational threat management, Critical Incident Threat Management and Response (CISM), trauma-informed care, and conflict resolution that I integrate into my work (when needed). I have alliances with, and have supported Insider Risk Group (IRG), Operational Psychology Services (OPS), and Therapists Beyond Borders, on various projects.
Current Practice: For the past 20 years, I have worked as a Consulting Psychologist for the Department of Defense and several Defense Affiliates. I also have continued working with a small caseload of private therapy clients in Washington, DC. After seeing clients predominately via telehealth from 2020-2021, I expanded my practice to Frederick County, Maryland, where I see clients in person, or via telehealth. I offer group and individual psychotherapy, as well as onsite consultation to businesses and organizations in DC, Maryland, and Virginia.
Group and Individual Psychotherapy: In all of my work, I believe in the power and value of groups and systems. Group work can be as valuable, and at times more helpful, than individual therapy. I have treated individuals with symptoms related to depression, anxiety, grief, and post-traumatic stress. I have helped people overcome relational difficulties, improve their self-esteem, mute pressures related to over achievement, and navigate life transitions including separation or divorce from a spouse, career changes, and retirement decisions. I have successfully treated individuals from diverse ethnic/cultural backgrounds, people who experience concerns related to sexual orientation, and with challenges related to identity development. Lastly, I have expertise working with individuals employed by NGO's, Government, and Defense and security-related positions (including individuals retired from the Special Operations Community) who have returned to the US after performing in high threat or unconventional assignments. Those serving in these positions have benefitted from being able to process and understand the physiological and emotional impacts of their experience as they transitioned back to life in the US or have moved from an unconventional to more traditional career path.
Supervision & Training
I actively participate in training group therapists and hold a faculty position at the New Washington School of Psychiatry's National Group Psychotherapy Training Institute (NGPI). In the past, I co-led groups and supervised doctoral level group therapists in George Washington University's Doctor of Psychology Program. Lastly, I belong to professional organizations that promote Group Psychotherapy including the American Group Psychotherapy Association (AGPA). In the past, I have presented at AGPA's annual meeting on topics related to training psychotherapists. I am also a member of the Mid Atlantic Group Psychotherapy Society (MAGPS), where I served on the Board from 2010-2023 in various positions including President. During my time as the MAGPS President (2021-2023), I received a leadership award from the American Group Psychotherapy Association.
Business & Organizational Consultation
I also utilize my psychology degree and advanced training in group and organizational dynamics to consult to leaders and organizations. I specialize in consultation related to protective factors, or conditions or attributes that promote health and well-being in individuals, businesses, communities, or groups. I have considerable experience in organizational threat management, Critical Incident Threat Management and Response (CISM), trauma-informed care, and conflict resolution that I integrate into my work (when needed). I have alliances with, and have supported Insider Risk Group (IRG), Operational Psychology Services (OPS), and Therapists Beyond Borders, on various projects.