Alicia Jefferson
We are trained and use Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focus Therapy in my practice. In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then decide the most appropriate ways to help you make progress. With CBT, we'll look at how your thoughts affect your emotions and experience.
We are trained and use Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focus Therapy in my practice.
We explore what's best for you, everyone is unique.
First session
Trauma is a Thief it Robs you of Choices! We work with clients who may be struggling with depression or trauma related to their relationships or family. During our initial sessions, we will delve deeply into the issues at hand and collaborate to create a plan for addressing them in a way that helps you get your life back. Clients see a gradual lifting of symptoms within the first month.
Strengths
"If you are tired of the Drama let's work on your Trauma!" 20+ years of experience in the field of social work and a trained Trauma therapist with expertise in addressing the needs of victims of childhood trauma, domestic violence and sex abuse, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, and chronic mental health issues. She also has specialized skills in self-esteem issues, relationship issues, marital counseling, anger management, loss and grief, youth and young adult issues, stress/anxiety.
Ideal clients
In my practice, I aim to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where clients feel empowered to explore their challenges and strengths. My goals typically include helping clients build resilience, develop healthier coping strategies, improve emotional regulation, and achieve personal growth. I focus on providing compassionate, evidence-based care to help clients build on their strengths and attain their desired outcomes.
Treatment methods
Trauma-Focused CBT
I am a trained trauma specialist with over 20 years of experience in the field of mental health. I graduated with honors from Howard University School of Social Work and have dedicated my career to empowering individuals to evolve and grow in their evolution of healing. Trauma should not define you!
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
We are trained and use Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focus Therapy in my practice. In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then decide the most appropriate ways to help you make progress. With CBT, we'll look at how your thoughts affect your emotions and experience. We explore what's best for you, everyone is unique.
Strength-Based
My clinical approach and therapeutic strategy are to provide supportive empowerment and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal and professional life challenges. I integrate evidence-based methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to meet your specific needs. With compassion and understanding, I am committed to working with individuals to help them build on their strengths and attain growth.
Location
Virtual sessions
Identifies as
Black / African American
Woman
Top specialties
Coping Skills
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues
Serves
Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)
Licensed in
MarylandLicense 19562