Meet Our Team

Explore the profiles of our dedicated professionals, each bringing their unique expertise and personal touch to the healing journey of our clients. Our team consists of licensed therapists, educators, and researchers deeply committed to providing evidence-based and trauma-informed care. 

Click on any team member’s name to learn more about their qualifications, areas of specialty, and therapeutic approach.

Our Clinicians

Please click on any team member for more information
(listed in alphabetical order)

Amy Mallory-Smith, LICSW, CCTP
Therapist

Specialties: Specializing in trauma treatment, expertise in EMDR, cognitive behavioral therapy and prolonged exposure therapy.

Pronouns: she/her/hers

Licensed in VA and WA

Out-of-network provider 

Cara Morro, LICSW, LCSW-C
Therapist and Supervisor

Specialties: Specializing in trauma treatment, expertise in EMDR and trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy.

Pronouns: she/her/hers

Licensed in DC and MD

Out-of-network provider

Jess MacIntyre, PHD
Co-founder, Therapist, & Speaker

Specialties: Integrates comprehensive training in dialectical behavior therapy, CPT, PE, and interpersonal therapeutic interventions to work with acute trauma and complex PTSD.

Pronouns: she/her/hers

Licensed in DC and VA

PsyPact approved to practice teletherapy in these states

Out-of-network provider

Lea Didion, PSYD
Co-founder, Therapist, Supervisor, & Speaker

Specialties: Advanced training in trauma-sensitive interventions including EMDR, CPT, PE, and DBT skills with a focus on complex PTSD and those with identity-based trauma.

Pronouns: she/her/hers

Licensed in CA, DC, MD, IL, and VA

Out-of-network provider

Lisa Carlin, PHD
Co-founder, Therapist, Supervisor, & Speaker

Specialties: Focus on women’s mental health, complex PTSD, and resilience training.

Pronouns: she/her/hers

Licensed in DC, FL, and MD

PsyPact approved to practice teletherapy in these states

Accepts Federal Employees’ Compensation Program (FECA)

Out-of-network provider for other insurance

Markisha Gravely, LPC
Therapist

Specialties: Specializes in trauma, anxiety, depression, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Pronouns: she/her/hers

Licensed in DC, MD, and VA

Out of network provider

Melanie Arenson, PHD
Therapist & Supervisor

Specialties: Extensive training in evidence-based therapies, including CBT, CPT, PE, BA, ACT, and MI.

Pronouns: she/her/hers

Licensed in VA

Out-of-network provider

Sarafina Milgrom, LICSW
Therapist

Specialties: Integrating narrative therapy and solutions-focused strategies in treatment plans.

Pronouns: she/her/hers

Licensed in DC and VA

Out-of-network provider

Trainees

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(listed in alphabetical order)

Alice Em Lee, MA
Psychology Extern

Specialties: Integrating cultural sensitivity into therapy, focusing on a strength-based approach to trauma.

Pronouns: she/her/hers

Fourth-year doctoral student at the University of Maryland, College Park

Studying Counseling Psychology

Out-of-network provider 

Auzenne, B.A.
Psychology Extern

Specialties: Combines biomedical knowledge with clinical expertise to offer a holistic, person-centered approach to mental health care.

Pronouns: he/him/his

5th Year Doctoral Student at Howard University

Able to see clients in DC, MD, and VA

Out of network provider

Administrative Staff

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(listed in alphabetical order)

Crystal Liu, BA
Office Manager

Pronouns: she/her/hers

Second year doctoral student at American University

Studying Clinical Psychology

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