Silver Spring Counseling, LLC

OUR SERVICES INDIVIDUAL THERAPY " Fear keeps us focused on the past or worried about the future. If we can acknowledge our fear, we can realize that right now we are okay. Right now, today, we are still alive, and our bodies are working marvelously. Our eyes can still see the beautiful sky. Our ears can still hear the voices of our loved ones." Thich Nhat Hanh Individual therapy offers a safe space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences without judgment. It’s an opportunity to gain clarity around your difficulties and learn practical, meaningful strategies for creating the changes you’re seeking. During an individual session, you might work through challenges related to: Multigenerational trauma Cultural Identity Posttraumatic stress Domestic violence Self-esteem Attachment Interpersonal conflict Anxiety Depression Grief/loss Sexually Compulsive Behavior (OCSB) Sex and anxiety Sexual identity Silver Spring Counseling, LLC is a sex positive and kink affirming practice. You are welcomed here! IMMIGRATION EVALUATIONS “We are all immigrants in this journey of life, searching for a place to call home.” ― Antoine Pécoud Moving to a new country is a complex and challenging experience. At Silver Spring Counseling, we recognize the significance of addressing legal, social, and psychological obstacles to attain stability and security. To that end, we offer comprehensive mental health assessments for people who are pursuing lawful status in the United States. These assessments are essential for documenting the psychological and social impacts of immigration-related difficulties. They play a critical role in ensuring that all people are treated fairly and compassionately as they seek legal status. Our services encompass psychosocial evaluations for individuals applying for: T Visa U Visa VAWA (Violence Against Women Act) Extreme Hardship Evaluations consist of 2 to 4 hours of interview time and include a comprehensive written report submitted directly to your immigration attorney. MEET YOUR THERAPIST Silver Spring Counseling is a virtual therapy practice founded by Grace Olivieri, a multiracial Italian-Puerto Rican therapist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C). Grace partners with individuals to facilitate deep inner healing and promote a sense of ease and connection in their everyday lives. Her clinical focus is on helping adults heal inner child wounds, work through patterns shaped by multi-generational trauma, and develop more fulfilling relationships with themselves and others. Grace’s approach is informed by modalities like Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy and Somatic Experiencing therapy, integrating emotional insights with body-based wisdom. She has also completed training in sex therapy, welcoming clients to address challenges related to their sexual identity and experiences within the therapeutic space. Grace is licensed to practice independently in Washington, D.C., Maryland, Texas, Connecticut, and Massachusetts. For a free 15-minute consultation, click the "contact" link above. Telehealth Services are Available in Spanish