My Professional Background

I’m a licensed social worker and an EMDR and IFS trained therapist working with adults (18+) across Maryland, Washington, DC, and Virginia. I offer in-person sessions in Reston, Virginia as well as telehealth appointments throughout the region.

I help adults address anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, relationship concerns, self-esteem, and career or life transitions. My practice includes supporting adults from a wide range of backgrounds, including gay, lesbian, bisexual and questioning.

Before returning to clinical practice, I worked in digital advertising, marketing, and entrepreneurship. This background gives me a practical understanding of career pressures, identity, and major life transitions.

My Approach to Treatment

I specialize in EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and somatic-informed therapies, which help clients move beyond simply talking about their struggles and toward deeper healing and transformation. These approaches recognize that difficult experiences are often carried not only in our thoughts, but also in our emotions, nervous system responses, and patterns of relating to ourselves and others.

Together, we work to gently process painful experiences, understand the protective strategies that may have developed over time, and build greater self-awareness, self-compassion, and emotional resilience. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, or feeling stuck in recurring patterns, therapy can help you reconnect with your strengths and create meaningful, lasting change.

I strive to create a thoughtful, grounded, and compassionate space where clients feel safe enough to explore their inner world, gain clarity about their experiences, and move forward with greater confidence, balance, and a deeper sense of connection to themselves and others.

Education and Qualifications

MSW, Silberman School of Social Work at Hunter College, NYC

Internal Family Systems (IFS) training, IFS Institute

EMDR Therapy & Parts Work for Complex Trauma

Integrative Somatic Parts Work Levels 1 & 2

EMDR Basic Training

Licensed to practice in Virginia, Maryland, and DC

A Bit More About Me

I was born in Australia, grew up in New York City, and spent several years living and working in California. In my free time, I enjoy yoga, meditation, cooking, baking, gardening, and exploring new destinations.

I look forward to connecting with you.

Bobby provides therapy under the supervision of Chelsea Nicole, LCSW.