Healing Begins Here
THERAPY FOR ADULTS HEALING FROM COMPLEX TRAUMA & SEXUAL ABUSE IN WASHINGTON, DC & MARYLAND
You tell people “I’m fine” but inside you feel…
You don’t have to keep living this way
Healing, Growth, & Real Change Are Possible
Hi, I’m Erin
Trauma Therapist & Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Whether this is your first time in therapy or you’ve tried everything and still feel stuck—I offer more than just talk. I specialize in EMDR, somatic therapy, behavior sleep medicine, and trauma-informed care to help you heal from the inside out. If you’re carrying the weight of childhood wounds, toxic relationships, low self-worth, insomnia, or painful memories that won’t let go, you’re in the right place.
I Help With
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PTSD and Complex PTSD (CPTSD)
Adjustment difficulties after major life changes
Acute, chronic, and complex trauma
Survivors of verbal, physical, or sexual abuse/assault
Survivors of natural disasters
Witnesses of traumatic events
Adult children of emotionally immature parents
Attachment wounds and relationship trauma
First responders and helping professionals
Workplace trauma, including abusive bosses or toxic job environments
*If you don’t see your experience listed, you’re still welcome—many forms of trauma can be supported in therapy. Not sure if what you have experiences counts as trauma? I am happy to answer any questions you have.
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Insomnia
Insomnia can look like trouble falling asleep, waking up often during the night, or waking up too early and not being able to fall back asleep. Over time, this can leave you feeling exhausted, stressed, and stuck in a cycle of poor sleep.Chronic Nightmares
Chronic nightmares are repeated, upsetting dreams that make it hard to get restful sleep. Sometimes they’re connected to trauma, flashbacks, or triggers, and can even cause people to dread or avoid going to sleep altogether. -
Depression can feel like a heavy weight—low mood, loss of interest in things you used to enjoy, changes in sleep or appetite, and a sense of hopelessness or exhaustion that makes daily life harder.
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Low self-esteem often shows up as feeling “not good enough,” doubting yourself, or being overly critical of your mistakes. It can make it hard to trust your own decisions, set boundaries, or feel confident in relationships, work, or daily life. Over time, this can leave you feeling stuck, anxious, or disconnected from your true worth.
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Self-harm is often used as a way to cope with overwhelming emotions or numb difficult feelings. While it may bring temporary relief, it can also create shame, secrecy, and more pain over time.
How I Help
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EMDR
Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing
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Polyvagal Theory
Mind-Body Somatic Therapy
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CBT-I
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia
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ERRT
Exposure Relaxation & Rescripting Therapy
Are You Ready To Heal?
If you're 18 or older, and looking for more than just talk therapy, I’d love to connect. I offer a free 15 minute phone consultation.