Meet Alyssa

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the state of Maryland, Virginia, District of Columbia, Pennsylvania and Vermont. I offer telehealth sessions as well as in person sessions for those who live locally in the DMV. I have a masters degree in Social Work from Catholic University of America, am a 200-hr Registered Yoga Instructor, am an EMDRIA Approved Consultant, am a trained Safe and Sound Protocol administrator, and am a Board Registered Supervisor in the State of Maryland and DC.

Alyssa Duda, Licensed Independant Clinical Social Worker

My goal is to approach this process in a way that is both accessible and even playful.

As a therapist who is focused on root causes and relational dynamics, I understand that delving into our deepest wounds can be challenging. Through blending curiosity, humor, creativity, courage, and gentle support, we will explore the intricacies of your inner self in a manner that is both accessible and uplifting.

I approach counseling with an anti-racist, person-centered, trauma focused lens, recognizing that these frameworks benefit us all. I am affirming and inclusive of all individuals finding their own identity within the LGBTQIA+ community.

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I have over 15 years of experience with a range of organizations providing counseling, programming, and training support. I have specialized trainings and certifications in trauma-informed and trauma focused care.

    • Level II Trauma Certificate with a focus on Post Traumatic Stress Disorders and related Dissociative Disorders, The Ferentz Institute

    • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Trained Clinician, The Institute for Creative Mindfulness

    • Advanced Certificate in Dissociation Studies, The Institute for Creative Mindfulness

    • EMDRIA Approved Consultant, EMDRIA

    • Safe and Sound Protocol Administrator, Unyte Health

    • James B. Hunter Human Rights Recipient

    • Connect with Kids Champion Recipient

    • Sand Tray Trainer, HopeWorks of Howard County and Newport Academy

    • Organizational Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Certification, Movement Makers and Showing Up for Racial Justice

    • 200 hr Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT), Down Dog Yoga

    • Strolls for Wellbeing Facilitator, Brookside Gardens

    • Adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, self harm, suicidal ideation and interpersonal conflict that inhibits positive relationships with self and others

    • Trauma survivors in various stages of their healing

    • Domestic violence, child abuse, abandonment/neglect, sexual violence, stalking and bullying

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