Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapist in Washington DC
At Sandy Kilada Therapy, we provide a safe, nonjudgmental space for individuals seeking personal growth and emotional healing. With over 15 years of clinical experience in Washington DC, our practice specializes in individual, couples, and group therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Our integrative approach combines evidence-based techniques tailored to each client's unique needs, emphasizing self-awareness and resilience.We serve adults across the DC metropolitan area, including military personnel, first responders, and newcomers navigating cultural transitions. Our commitment to confidentiality and flexible treatment planning ensures clients maintain control over their mental health journey. By offering both in-person and virtual sessions, we strive to make quality mental health care accessible to all who seek it.
Services
Individual Counseling
Couples Therapy
Group Therapy
Trauma Counseling
Life Transitions Support
Military & First Responders Care
Cultural Identity Counseling
Virtual Psychotherapy
Stress Management
Self-Esteem Building
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized therapy tailored to individual needs and goals
- Our therapist has 15+ years of clinical experience in Washington DC
- We provide both in-person and virtual therapy sessions for accessibility
- Specialized programs for anxiety management and trauma recovery
- Focus on client-centered care with flexible treatment planning
Associations and certifications
- District of Columbia Board of Professional Counseling
Services
Individual Counseling
Personalized mental health treatment addressing anxiety, depression, and trauma. Our licensed therapist uses evidence-based approaches to help clients develop coping strategies and emotional resilience. Sessions focus on self-awareness, behavioral patterns, and achieving personal growth goals through collaborative care.
Couples Therapy
Specialized therapy for improving intimate relationships and communication. We address intimacy issues, conflict resolution, and emotional connection challenges. Our approach helps couples develop healthier interaction patterns and rebuild trust through structured, goal-oriented sessions tailored to each partnership's unique dynamics.
Group Therapy
Structured 12-week anxiety management program with peer support. Led by experienced professionals, sessions include skill-building activities and mindfulness practices. Participants learn coping techniques, build community connections, and develop emotional resilience through shared experiences in a safe, supportive environment.
Trauma Counseling
Specialized treatment for trauma and PTSD using integrative therapeutic approaches. We help clients process traumatic experiences, develop grounding techniques, and rebuild emotional stability. Our trauma-informed care focuses on creating safety, processing memories, and restoring personal empowerment through evidence-based interventions.
Life Transitions Support
Guidance through major life changes and personal transformations. We address adjustment disorders, career transitions, and identity exploration with practical coping strategies. Our counseling helps clients navigate uncertainty, build resilience, and find meaning during periods of significant life change or personal crisis.
People
Sandy Kilada
Licensed Professional Counselor
Sandy Kilada is a licensed professional counselor in Washington DC with over 15 years of clinical experience. She specializes in anxiety, depression, and trauma therapy, employing integrative approaches tailored to individual needs. Her background includes work with military personnel and first responders.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
We offer individual counseling, couples therapy, group therapy, trauma counseling, and life transitions support tailored to each client's specific needs.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Yes, all therapy sessions maintain strict confidentiality except in cases of imminent danger to self or others, as required by law.
Do you accept insurance?
We are an out-of-network provider. We provide itemized bills for insurance reimbursement but require direct payment at the time of service.
What is your cancellation policy?
Please provide 24 hours notice for appointment cancellations to avoid full session charges.
Is virtual therapy available?
Yes, we offer secure virtual therapy sessions for clients who prefer remote access to mental health services.
