Therapy
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Maryland. My current practice is based at the HEAL Refugee Health & Asylum Collaborative where I work primarily with asylum seekers that are survivors of torture and trauma.
I also have a limited number of counseling spots available for individuals interested in intensive therapy for half-day, full day and multi-day sessions. If interested, you can send an inquiry to the contact me section of the website.
I draw from relational gestalt, narrative, and somatic approaches that are trauma-informed and culturally-responsive. I also integrate expressive arts, sand tray, play, nature, and other creative modalities with clients of all ages. I am currently in EMDR training.
Education & Training
PhD in Counseling (2020)
George Washington University, Washington DC
MA in Trauma and Violence Transdisciplinary Studies (2012)
New York University, New York, NY
Additional Trainings
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EMDR Training & Consultation (2026 – Present)
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Trauma-Informed Expressive Arts Therapy Certificate (EXAT) coursework and ongoing supervision (Jan 2022 – Present)
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Nature-Based Expressive Arts Certificate Program (Enrolled)
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Sand Therapy Training Series (Completion of 5 modules in the series) (2025)
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Advanced Narrative Sand Therapy Certificate (2023)
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Healing Trauma in the Path to Recovery: Trauma & Addiction a Compassionate/Relational Gestalt Approach; 6 Modules (2023)
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Using the Oaklander Model: Three Part Gestalt Workshop for Child and Adolescent Therapists (2021)
Basic Principle #1
Trust is earned, never assumed. Mistrust of counseling systems often stems from a place of wisdom and experience and the onus is on the counseling profession to repair the harm caused by health and wellness systems, especially in marginalized communities.
Counseling Services
Focus Areas:
Trauma, Torture, Grief & Loss, Anxiety, Depression, Self-Esteem, Migration, Acculturation, Gender & Sexuality
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Modalities:
Individual, Couples, Family
* I am currently only receiving outside referrals for counseling intensives- half-day, full-day or multi-day*
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Ages:
Elders (65+), Adults, Adolescents / Teenagers, Children
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Location:
I provide services virtually and in person in Frederick, MD​
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Past Experience
Select Clinical / Counseling Positions
Aug 2018 – May 2019
Whitman Walker Health
Provided individual & group counseling in outpatient setting with an expertise in LGBTQ care; Developed and co-facilitated peer support group for LGBTQ refugees, asylum seekers and other immigrants
Aug 2018 – May 2019
George Washington University Community Counseling Services Center
Provided weekly supervision and oversight to masters-level clinicians working closely with clinic staff and internship instructors
Aug 2017 – May 2018
Wendt Center for Loss and Healing
Provided individual and group counseling for issues related to trauma, grief, and loss in outpatient setting and elementary and high schools; Provided crisis support and early intervention bereavement counseling at the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner
Sept 2014 – Jun 2015
George Washington University Community Counseling Services Center
Provided individual adult counseling for issues including sexual trauma, depression, and anxiety
Sept 2014 – Jun 2015
International Cultural Center
Provided individual counseling for refugee and immigrant adolescents and adults; Provided psycho-social support group for incarcerated Muslim adults enrolled in addiction treatment
Various
Joe Gorin, Psy.D & Associates
Conducted forensic trauma evaluations under supervision of Dr. Gorin