Hi! I am Tracy Moore a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Virginia. I am a dedicated and experienced therapist with over 15 years of experience in the mental health field. A graduate of Norfolk State University’s Master of Social Work program, I have extensively worked with diverse populations, providing compassionate, client-centered care. Specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Attachment-based approaches. Truly committed to empowering clients to overcome challenges and build healthier, more fulfilling lives.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session, we'll begin with brief introductions and then explore the specific challenges you're experiencing. This will allow me to develop a personalized plan that we'll work on together in future sessions.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
With over 15 years of experience working with diverse populations, I’ve developed effective tools to help you (a) identify the root causes of your challenges and (b) design a personalized plan that promotes measurable progress.
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Virtual & in-personMy treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Throughout my clinical experience, I have extensively integrated Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) into my practice, particularly with clients facing substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health challenges. CBT has proven effective in helping clients recognize the relationship between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. I use this method to empower clients by identifying negative or distorted thought patterns and challenging them to develop healthier, more balanced perspectives. In my work with both adults and children, I guide clients through the process of reframing their thoughts, developing coping strategies, and practicing new behaviors to manage triggers and cravings more effectively. I also incorporate CBT techniques in family dynamics, facilitating better communication and understanding among parents and children. This approach is particularly helpful in encouraging self-reflection and resilience in clients, which ultimately leads to long-term recovery and well-being. CBT has also been instrumental in my advocacy work, where I help clients and families address behavioral challenges while fostering emotional regulation and growth. By continuously applying CBT tools, I support clients in transforming their thinking patterns and achieving their personal and therapeutic goals.
Narrative
In my clinical practice, I have found Narrative Therapy to be a transformative approach, particularly in empowering clients to reshape their personal stories. This method allows individuals to separate themselves from their problems, viewing their challenges as external issues rather than intrinsic parts of their identity. I guide clients in exploring how they’ve been influenced by these narratives and encourage them to reauthor their stories in ways that highlight their strengths, values, and resilience. I often use Narrative Therapy when working with clients facing substance use disorders, trauma, or family dynamics issues. By helping clients rewrite their narratives, I foster a sense of agency and self-compassion. This method is particularly effective in reframing negative self-concepts and allows clients to see themselves as capable of change and growth. In practice, I use various techniques, such as externalizing conversations and the exploration of alternative storylines, to help clients distance themselves from their issues and consider new, empowering perspectives. This approach not only enhances self-awareness but also promotes healing and the development of a more positive, empowered sense of self.
Attachment-based
In my practice, I integrate Attachment Theory to better understand the relationships and emotional bonds that shape my clients’ behaviors and patterns, particularly in the context of early childhood experiences and their impact on adult relationships. I focus on how attachment styles—secure, anxious, avoidant, and disorganized—influence emotional regulation, trust, and interpersonal dynamics. I have applied this method extensively when working with both children and adults, especially those struggling with substance use disorders, trauma, and relationship challenges. By helping clients recognize their attachment patterns, I guide them toward understanding how these early relational experiences affect their current emotions and behaviors, often contributing to maladaptive coping mechanisms. In therapy, I create a safe and supportive space for clients to explore their past relationships, identify attachment wounds, and foster healthier, more secure attachment styles. For example, when working with parents and children, I encourage the development of secure attachments by focusing on emotional attunement and responsiveness, which helps to repair and strengthen relationships. Through this approach, I support clients in healing attachment-based wounds, building trust in themselves and others, and fostering more fulfilling and stable relationships.