Vivian K. Henderson
Vivian K. Henderson
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Hi, I’m Vivian K. Henderson, LCSW-C, LCSW. I am a licensed clinical social worker in Maryland and Texas with over 16 years of experience in the mental health field. I provide evidence-based, trauma-informed therapy for individuals navigating anxiety, grief, trauma, and life transitions. My practice is grounded in clinical skill, compassion, and a commitment to empowering clients toward meaningful and lasting change.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
The initial session serves as a comprehensive diagnostic intake. During this time, I will conduct a structured psychosocial assessment to gather detailed information about your presenting concerns, mental health history, medical background, and relevant psychosocial factors. We will also discuss your treatment goals and begin formulating a preliminary plan of care. This session is designed to establish therapeutic rapport, evaluate clinical needs, and determine the most appropriate course of treatment moving forward.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
A core strength in my clinical practice is the ability to establish a therapeutic alliance characterized by safety, trust, and collaboration. Leveraging over 16 years of experience, I apply evidence-based interventions with clinical precision, tailoring treatment to the individual’s specific diagnostic and psychosocial profile. This approach facilitates effective engagement, supports trauma resolution, and promotes sustained psychological recovery and functional improvement.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I provide therapy for adolescents and adults experiencing a range of mental health concerns, including anxiety disorders, depression, post-traumatic stress, grief, and adjustment-related challenges. I also work with individuals navigating complex trauma, life transitions, relational stressors, and occupational burnout. My approach is individualized, goal-oriented, and grounded in evidence-based interventions to support long-term emotional and psychological well-being.
About Vivian K. Henderson
Vivian K. Henderson offers therapy covered by UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicaid in Texas.
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Trauma-Focused CBT
I utilize Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) to support clients in processing trauma, reducing symptom severity, and enhancing overall functioning. This structured, evidence-based intervention focuses on identifying and restructuring maladaptive thought patterns, improving emotional regulation, and strengthening adaptive coping strategies. Treatment is goal-oriented and designed to promote behavioral change, resilience, and sustained emotional well-being.
Sex Therapy
I provide sex therapy utilizing evidence-based, psychotherapeutic interventions to address dysfunctions and concerns related to sexual health, intimacy, and relational functioning. Treatment targets a range of issues, including hypoactive sexual desire, arousal and orgasmic disorders, genito-pelvic pain/penetration disorders, and the impact of trauma, anxiety, or mood disturbances on sexual functioning. The therapeutic process integrates psychoeducation, cognitive and behavioral techniques, and skills-based interventions to support optimal sexual health and overall psychological well-being.
Family Therapy
I provide family therapy to facilitate communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen relational dynamics within the family system. This collaborative, evidence-based approach supports healthier interactions and promotes collective problem-solving to enhance overall family functioning.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
I utilize an integrative therapeutic framework that addresses the multidimensional needs of the whole person. This approach combines evidence-based and experiential modalities to support psychological, emotional, and somatic healing. Mindfulness-based therapy is incorporated to enhance present-moment awareness, regulate the nervous system, and improve cognitive-emotional integration. These interventions have shown clinical effectiveness in treating anxiety, depression, and trauma-related disorders. Treatment is individualized and may include cognitive-behavioral strategies, somatic techniques, expressive arts therapy, ecotherapy, and psychodynamic exploration. Each modality is selected to target specific clinical concerns while promoting insight, self-regulation, and behavioral change. By engaging multiple pathways of healing, this integrative approach deepens therapeutic outcomes and fosters long-term emotional well-being.
EMDR
I provide Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy as a structured, evidence-based intervention for the treatment of trauma and related psychological conditions. EMDR facilitates the reprocessing of maladaptively stored traumatic memories through standardized protocols involving bilateral stimulation, such as guided eye movements or tactile input. This neurobiologically informed approach supports the integration of distressing memories by reducing emotional reactivity and enhancing cognitive restructuring without requiring detailed verbal recounting of the traumatic event. EMDR is clinically indicated for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), complex trauma, anxiety disorders, and other presentations involving affective dysregulation and intrusive symptomatology. Treatment is individualized to the client's clinical presentation and readiness, ensuring affective stability and resourcing throughout all phases of the EMDR protocol. When appropriate, EMDR is integrated with adjunctive modalities to support comprehensive treatment planning and optimize clinical outcomes.