Business Details
39 Years
experience
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapist in Washington, DC
With over three decades of experience in the Washington, DC area, I have dedicated my practice to helping individuals overcome life's challenges through innovative therapeutic approaches. My work integrates traditional talk therapy with mind-body modalities like EMDR and Brainspotting, enabling clients to address trauma, self-esteem issues, and relationship difficulties more effectively. As a certified sex therapist and co-author of two groundbreaking books on sexuality, I bring specialized expertise to clients seeking deeper emotional and physical healing. My practice emphasizes neuroplasticitythe brain's ability to rewire itselfallowing clients to transform their perspectives and achieve lasting change.I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, grief, and peak performance issues, while maintaining a commitment to evidence-based practices recognized by institutions like the American Psychiatric Association. My approach combines empathy with structured methodologies, ensuring clients receive both compassionate support and practical tools for growth. The 10-session women's sexuality workshops I facilitate, based on Lonnie Barbach's seminal work, provide a safe space for participants to explore intimacy and sexual health. By blending clinical rigor with personalized care, I help clients navigate life transitions and unlock their full potential at any stage of life.
Services
EMDR Therapy
Brainspotting
Sex Therapy
Trauma Recovery
Women's Workshops
Anxiety Treatment
Self-Esteem Counseling
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of specialized experience in trauma and sexuality therapy
- Certified in EMDR and Brainspotting by recognized international institutes
- Co-author of seminal works on female and male sexuality
- Developed structured 10-session sexuality workshops based on proven methodologies
- Combines neuroplasticity research with practical therapeutic applications
Associations and certifications
- EMDR International Association
- Brainspotting Institute
- Certified Sex Therapist (American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists)
Services
EMDR Therapy
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) helps clients reprocess traumatic memories through bilateral stimulation. This evidence-based approach treats PTSD, anxiety, and childhood trauma by activating the brain's natural healing processes. Recognized by the APA and VA, it enables faster resolution of distressing experiences compared to traditional therapy.
Brainspotting
Brainspotting accesses deep emotional trauma through specific eye positions and bilateral stimulation. This mind-body approach targets stored memories in the brain's neurobiological regions. Proven effective for complex trauma, it facilitates release of limiting beliefs and physical tension patterns through focused mindfulness techniques.
Sex Therapy
Specialized therapy addresses sexual health concerns including low desire, performance issues, and trauma recovery. Combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with mind-body approaches to resolve shame-based beliefs. Focuses on enhancing intimacy through education, communication strategies, and somatic awareness practices tailored to individual needs.
Women's Workshops
Structured 10-week programs based on Lonnie Barbach's 'For Yourself' methodology. Groups of 6-8 women explore female sexuality through educational content, group discussion, and homework assignments. Addresses orgasm difficulties, painful intercourse, and body image concerns in a supportive, confidential environment.
Trauma Recovery
Integrative approach combining EMDR, Brainspotting, and traditional therapy for trauma resolution. Treats complex PTSD, grief, and attachment wounds through neuroplasticity-based interventions. Focuses on rebuilding self-esteem and developing coping strategies for emotional regulation and relationship improvement.
People
Linda Levine
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
LICSW with 35+ years experience in Washington, DC. Certified in EMDR and Brainspotting. Co-author of two sexuality books. Specializes in trauma recovery, sex therapy, and mind-body integration. Recognized as Top Ten Sex Therapist by Washingtonian Magazine (2009).
Questions
What therapeutic modalities do you specialize in?
I specialize in EMDR, Brainspotting, and traditional talk therapy for trauma recovery, sex therapy, and self-esteem issues.
Do you offer group therapy sessions?
Yes, I facilitate 10-session women's sexuality workshops based on Lonnie Barbach's research on female sexuality.
Are your services covered by insurance?
As a licensed clinical social worker, my services may be covered by mental health insurance plans. Please verify with your provider.
What populations do you work with?
I work with adults addressing trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and sexual health concerns.
How long are therapy sessions?
Individual sessions typically last 50 minutes, while workshop sessions run 100 minutes.
