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Psychotherapy Services
I am a clinical psychologist dedicated to working with adults and adolescents with concerns related to anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, trauma and unwanted sexual contact, relationships, cross-cultural adjustment, stress/time management, insomnia, and professional and academic development.
Our first meeting will involve a psychological assessment of your current concerns, background, and goals for therapy. This process allows us to collaboratively develop a treatment plan that aligns with your needs. Additionally, the assessment serves as an opportunity for both of us to determine if I am the right fit for your therapy needs and preferences. Each session lasts for 50 minutes.
Based on your individual needs and preferences, I integrate various treatment modalities, including insight oriented, cognitive-behavioral, and relational approaches within a supportive atmosphere. After identifying the issues of concern, we may explore their underlying factors, understand how they manifest in your daily life, and work towards overcoming them by developing coping skills and strategies. This approach aims to address your concerns and promote behavioral and cognitive changes to help you achieve your goals.
Background & Experience
In addition to my clinical practice, I serve as an assistant clinical professor at George Washington University, where I supervise advanced doctoral psychology students. I have also worked as an adjunct faculty member at Georgetown University Counseling & Psychiatric Services, teaching seminars to doctoral and post-doctoral students on psychological assessment. My prior experience includes serving as a staff psychologist at Georgetown University Counseling & Psychiatric Services. I received my graduate training at George Washington University and completed a pre-doctoral internship at the University of Virginia Counseling Center, followed by a post-doctoral fellowship at Georgetown University. I received my B.A. in psychology from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). I am originally from Sweden and I have resided in Washington DC since 2001.
Billing & Insurance
I am considered an “out of network provider” as I do not participate in any insurance networks. If you are seeking reimbursement from your insurance provider for out of network therapy,, I encourage you to contact your insurance provider to find out the type and amount of mental health coverage available to you, the specifics for out of network providers, any annual deductible you must meet, and whether a note from your physician is required indicating your need for therapy. If your insurance does provide coverage, you are responsible to submit the claims yourself. I am available to assist in navigating this process and filling out any necessary forms to help you receive the benefits to which you are entitled.
I am a provider for the Department of Labor (DOL) Office of Workers’ Compensation (OWCP) and FECA, and my practice will process claims for clients with approved benefits for mental health therapy.
I accept credit cards and checks and I will provide a statement at the end of each month, which include the information needed to seek reimbursement from your insurance provider.