Feel calmer, more present, and more connected.
EMDR, IFS, and nervous system-informed therapy for adults ready for lasting change.
In-person in Forest Hill & online throughout Maryland
Maybe you’ve already tried to heal…
You’ve talked about what happened.
You’ve learned coping skills.
You understood your patterns.
And yet, part of you still feels stuck.
Perhaps you understand why you feel the way you do, but that insight hasn’t changed how you feel.
Lasting healing often requires more than understanding. It's about helping your brain and nervous system process what you've experienced, so you can begin to feel differently—not just think differently.
A deeper approach to healing
Healing goes beyond changing your thoughts or learning to manage your reactions.
Through EMDR, IFS, and nervous system-informed therapy, we'll explore what's beneath your patterns, process experiences that continue to affect you, and help you develop a greater sense of safety and connection in your everyday life.
01. Understand
HOW HEALING HAPPENS
Explore the patterns, triggers, and experiences shaping how you feel and respond.
02. Process
Use EMDR and other approaches to work through experiences that continue to affect you.
03. Integrate
Develop greater calm, connection, and freedom to respond in new ways.
I help people move beyond understanding their experiences to actually feeling different in their everyday lives.
You may know logically that you're safe, yet your nervous system continues to respond as though you're not. Through EMDR, IFS, and nervous-system-informed therapy, I help you bridge that gap.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that meaningful change is possible.
Hi, I’m Jessica.
TRAINING & CREDENTIALS
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)
EMDRIA Certified Therapist
EMDRIA Approved Consultant-in-Training
IFS Level 1 Trained
Areas of Focus
Thoughtful, individualized therapy that goes beyond insight to create lasting change.
Explore approaches that support healing from trauma, deeper self-understanding, and a greater sense of safety and connection.
Trauma Therapy
Heal from trauma and rebuild a sense of safety, connection, and trust.
Complex PTSD
Find support for chronic trauma, attachment wounds, and nervous system dysregulation.
EMDR Therapy
Process painful experiences so the past no longer feels overwhelming.
IFS & Parts Work
Understand your inner world with curiosity, compassion, and Self-leadership.
IFS for OCD
Explore a compassionate, IFS-informed approach to OCD that integrates exposure.
What it’s like to work together
Calm rather than rushed
Collaborative rather than prescriptive
Gentle without avoiding difficult work
Curious instead of judgmental
Focused on lasting change, not just coping
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Not at all. You don't need to decide which therapy approach is best before reaching out. During our consultation and first few sessions, we'll talk about what brings you in, your goals, and what you've already tried. Together, we'll determine whether EMDR, IFS, or another approach is the best fit for your needs. My priority is creating a plan that feels supportive, collaborative, and tailored to you.
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Many of my clients have had therapy before and gained valuable insight, but still find themselves repeating the same emotional patterns. Understanding why something happens is important, but lasting change often involves helping your brain and nervous system process experiences differently.
That's why I integrate EMDR and other nervous system-informed approaches that go beyond talking alone. My goal is to help you create meaningful change—not just understand your experiences intellectually.
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Absolutely. You don't need to have a clear memory of every experience for therapy to be helpful. Many people know they feel anxious, disconnected, overwhelmed, or stuck without fully understanding why. Therapy isn't about forcing memories—it's about helping you understand your current experiences, build a greater sense of safety, and create lasting change at a pace that feels right for you.
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Yes. I offer secure online therapy for adults throughout Maryland, as well as in-person sessions in Bel Air.
Many clients find virtual therapy to be just as effective as meeting in person. Whether you choose online or in-person sessions, you'll receive the same thoughtful, personalized care. Learn more here.
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I am an out-of-network provider and do not participate directly with insurance plans. This allows me to provide care that is guided by your needs—not insurance requirements—without limitations on diagnosis, treatment approaches, or session length.
Many clients choose to use their out-of-network benefits, and I'm happy to provide a superbill that you can submit to your insurance company for possible reimbursement. You can check if you have out-of-network benefits here. Check Benefits.
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My fee is $165 for the initial intake session and $150 for ongoing 55-minute therapy sessions.
I believe therapy is an investment in your long-term well-being, and I strive to provide thoughtful, individualized care that is tailored to your goals. Payment is due at the time of service, and I can provide documentation for clients seeking out-of-network reimbursement.
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The first step is scheduling a free consultation. This is an opportunity for us to briefly discuss what you're looking for, answer any questions you have, and determine whether working together feels like the right fit.
If we decide to move forward, we'll schedule your intake session and begin creating a plan that supports your goals for healing. Schedule Consultation Here.
A Few Common Questions
Healing doesn’t happen because you try harder.
It happens when your brain and nervous system finally have the opportunity to process what they've been carrying.
If you're ready for therapy that goes deeper than insight alone, I'd be honored to walk alongside you.