Trauma Therapy in Washington, DC & Online Throughout DC, Maryland, Virginia & Florida
Whether you’re struggling with childhood trauma, Complex PTSD, anxiety, dissociation, emotional overwhelm, or relationship difficulties, therapy can offer a place to better understand what is happening and why certain patterns have been so difficult to change.
At DC Trauma Counseling, I provide trauma-informed psychotherapy that helps you understand not only what happened, but how those experiences continue to shape your emotions, relationships, nervous system, and sense of self.
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Therapy That Begins With Understanding
Finding the right therapist is about more than credentials or treatment techniques.
It is about finding someone with whom you feel understood, respected, and safe enough to explore the experiences that have shaped your life.
I believe therapy begins with a genuine relationship built on curiosity, compassion, and trust.
Rather than asking,
“What’s wrong with you?”
I believe a more useful question is,
“What happened, and how did you learn to survive?”
Many of the ways we struggle today once helped us adapt to difficult circumstances. Together, we can begin to understand those protective patterns and develop greater flexibility in how you relate to yourself and others.
Areas of Specialization
I specialize in helping adults experiencing:
- Complex PTSD
- Childhood Trauma
- PTSD
- Dissociation
- Anxiety & Panic
- Emotional Dysregulation
- Attachment & Relationship Difficulties
- Chronic Shame & Self-Criticism
- Grief & Loss
Each person’s experience is different, and therapy is tailored to your individual history, needs, goals, and strengths.
My Approach
There is no single approach to trauma therapy that works for everyone.
Rather than relying on one therapeutic model, I integrate evidence-based approaches based on your needs, history, and what we come to understand together.
Treatment may include:
- EMDR Therapy
- Somatic Experiencing®
- Parts Work (Ego State Therapy)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness-Based Approaches
- Relational Psychotherapy
These approaches allow us to work not only with painful memories, but also with the ways trauma can continue to affect the nervous system, emotions, relationships, and sense of self.
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Why People Seek Trauma Therapy
People often contact me because they find themselves:
- Feeling constantly anxious or on edge
- Becoming overwhelmed by emotions
- Feeling emotionally numb or disconnected
- Repeating difficult relationship patterns
- Struggling with shame or harsh self-criticism
- Feeling stuck despite understanding their problems intellectually
The aim is not to forget what happened, but to develop greater flexibility and choice in how you respond to what is happening now.
Meet Adrian J. Connolly
I’m Adrian J. Connolly, MA, LCPC, LPC, a licensed professional counselor with more than twenty years of experience working with adults affected by trauma, Complex PTSD, dissociation, anxiety, grief, and relationship difficulties.
My approach combines evidence-based trauma therapies with curiosity and respect for the ways people learned to adapt to difficult experiences.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you offer online therapy?
Yes. I provide secure online therapy throughout Washington, DC, Maryland, Virginia, and Florida, in addition to in-person appointments in Washington, DC.
What issues do you specialize in?
My practice focuses on trauma, Complex PTSD, dissociation, anxiety, childhood trauma, grief, and relationship difficulties.
How do I know if we’re a good fit?
A free 15-minute consultation gives us an opportunity to discuss what brings you to therapy, answer your questions, and determine whether working together feels like the right fit.
Getting Started
Beginning therapy can feel like a significant step. Whether you’re seeking support following a recent experience or trying to understand patterns that have been with you for many years, we can begin by talking about what brings you to therapy and what you hope might be different.
I offer in-person therapy in Washington, DC, as well as secure online therapy throughout Washington, DC, Maryland, Virginia, and Florida.
