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Rated 4.9 stars out of 5, 66 ratings

Nalini Anderson

LCSW-C, 10 years of experience

Warm
Authentic
Intelligent
Virtual
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About me

Hi! I am a clinical social worker (LCSW-C) based in Maryland. I am also licensed in DC. I received my MSW from Adelphi University in NY and I have been a practicing therapist for 10 years. I help adults process life transitions, complex trauma, and difficult relationships to develop self-understanding and new ways of coping with the challenges that life can throw at us. I only provide individual therapy.

Get to know me

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

In our first session, we will discuss background information, establish therapy goals and work together to create a safe space for self-exploration.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

As a first-generation American and an IPV survivor, my lived experiences have shaped my therapeutic approach. I possess an understanding of the challenges faced by individuals from immigrant backgrounds, including cultural complexities and the pressure to succeed. Having personally navigated the trauma of intimate partner violence, my therapeutic approach is rooted in fostering resilience and empowerment.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I enjoy working with women who are seeking to understand and heal past wounds, improve relationships, enhance overall well-being, and achieve personal growth. I'm most excited to work with clients who are open to exploring their inner strengths and resilience, as well as those who are committed to their own growth outside of the therapy session.

Specialties

Top specialties

Life Transitions
Women's Issues

Other specialties

Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
Trauma and PTSD

I identify as

Person of Color (POC)
Woman

Serves ages

Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)

My treatment methods

Psychodynamic

Explore how previous life experiences can impact decision making and mindset in the present moment. The focus is increasing self-awareness and self-understanding. We will develop skills to make good choices in the long term.

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Explore the connection between our thoughts (cognitions), behavior and emotions. Learn how to slow this process down to manage symptoms of PTSD, depression, anxiety.

Trauma Informed Care

I have experience working with people through extremely difficult traumatic life experiences including intimate partner violence, grief, racial trauma and more. We will talk about what you have experienced and what healing can look like.

Location

Virtual

Licensed in

District of Columbia
Maryland

Accepts

Aetna
Aetna - WebTPA
All Savers
AvMed
Blue Cross Blue Shield
CareFirst
Anthem
Cash - $150 per session
Cigna
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
Rated 4.9 stars out of 5, 66 ratings

2 ratings with written reviews

May 1, 2025

Nalini is very effective at creating a safe space for people to explore and grapple with anything. Nothing is too big or too small to discuss. I highly recommend her, especially if you have trouble opening up to people.

Verified client, age 18-24

Review shared after session 14 with Nalini

March 31, 2025

Great initial interview. Looking forward to our sessions.

Verified client, age 65+

Review shared after session 1 with Nalini