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Vera Burke

LCSW-C, 25 years of experience
Rated 5.0 stars out of 510 ratings
Authentic
Warm
Empowering
VirtualAvailable

With over 25 years of experience working with adult, seniors and children. I have worked in a variety of settings with clients from diverse background and experiences. My approach is strength base allowing my clients to build on their strengths. I believe everyone has some strengths. Together we will use training and experience in different modalities to make lasting changes.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

In the first session you will have the opportunity to express your reasons for being here and the goals you are looking forward to accomplishing. I will listen to your needs and challenges and together we will work on a plan to accomplish your goals. We will spend time getting to know you and helping you to feel comfortable.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

My warmth and empathy stand out creating collaboration with a passion for change. Together we will create a safe space to explore the issues that might have been challenging and work on reaching your fullest potential. Together we will look at holistic healing including mental, emotional and spiritual health.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

As a provider I look forward to helping other to achieve their personal, goals and accomplishment realizing that everyone is unique and their journey is personal. I specialize in working with client who are struggling to navigate life. Whether you are overwhelmed , dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship etc,. I am her to help. Together we can only go as far as you are willing to go.

SpecialtiesTop specialties
Coping Skills
Crisis Intervention
Self Esteem
Other specialties
Anger Management
Anxiety
Depression
I identify as
Christian
Person of Color (POC)
Woman
Serves ages
Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)
Licensed in
District of Columbia
Accepts
Aetna
Location
Virtual
My treatment methods

Strength-Based

This treatment is beneficial in using the patients strengths to help them to grow and move forward on their own strength. It makes the treatment patient focused and centered.

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Clients can benefit from understanding their thoughts and learn ways to overcome or work through them.

Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 10 ratings

1 rating with written reviews

November 5, 2025

Great session! I feel like we have been friends all my life!

Verified client, age 65+
Review shared after session 1 with Vera