Business Details
23 Years
experience
Licensed Psychologist in Chevy Chase, MD
As a licensed psychologist with over two decades of experience in private practice, I specialize in providing individual and couples therapy to adolescents and adults. My approach prioritizes creating a safe, confidential space where clients can explore emotional challenges, develop coping strategies, and identify patterns impacting their well-being. With a doctorate from The George Washington University and a background teaching and supervising doctoral students, I bring both academic rigor and practical expertise to treating issues such as eating disorders, mood disorders, relationship conflicts, and grief.My practice emphasizes client-centered care, regular progress assessments, and a commitment to understanding each individual's unique circumstances. Located in Chevy Chase, Maryland, I work with clients from diverse backgrounds while maintaining strict confidentiality and offering guidance through insurance reimbursement processes.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy
Psychotherapy
Eating Disorders
Mood Disorders
Relationship Issues
Parenting Support
Grief Counseling
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of private practice experience with a client-centered approach
- Our insight-oriented therapy identifies personalized behavioral patterns and coping strategies
- Specialized treatment for eating disorders, mood disorders, and relationship conflicts
- We provide insurance reimbursement guidance as an out-of-network provider
- Our practice includes academic expertise from teaching and supervising psychology doctoral students
What people say
Insightful, patient, focused
Life-transforming therapy
Never gave up on me
Completely respectful approach
Great listener
Services
Individual Therapy
Tailored one-on-one therapy sessions address emotional pain, life challenges, and personal growth. Using insight-oriented approaches, we identify behavioral patterns and develop coping strategies. Clients benefit from 50-minute sessions focused on their unique needs, with treatment plans regularly assessed for effectiveness.
Couples Therapy
Specialized therapy for relationship issues helps couples improve communication and resolve conflicts. Sessions focus on mutual understanding and pattern recognition within the relationship dynamic. Treatment emphasizes creating safe spaces for open dialogue and developing shared solutions to challenges.
Mood Disorders
Targeted treatment for depression and anxiety disorders combines evidence-based techniques with personalized care. Therapy addresses underlying causes while developing practical coping mechanisms. Clients receive ongoing support through structured treatment plans with regular progress evaluations.
Eating Disorders
Specialized care for eating disorders focuses on understanding root causes and developing healthy relationships with food. Treatment integrates psychological insights with practical strategies, emphasizing long-term recovery through consistent therapeutic support and personalized interventions.
Grief Counseling
Guided support through the grieving process helps clients navigate loss and develop coping strategies. Therapy addresses both immediate emotional pain and long-term adjustment, providing structured sessions to process complex emotions in a safe environment.
People
Dr. Joanna Lhulier
Licensed Psychologist
Doctorate from The George Washington University with 20+ years of private practice experience. Former clinic director teaching doctoral students. Specializes in treating eating disorders, mood disorders, and relationship issues through insight-oriented therapy.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
I provide individual and couples therapy for adolescents and adults, specializing in mood disorders, eating disorders, relationship issues, and grief counseling using insight-oriented approaches.
Are you in-network with insurance providers?
I am an out-of-network provider but offer assistance with insurance reimbursement processes, including detailed documentation to help maximize your benefits.
How long are therapy sessions?
Standard sessions last 50 minutes, with consistent scheduling recommended especially during initial treatment phases to establish therapeutic momentum.
What therapeutic approach do you use?
I employ an insight-oriented approach focusing on identifying behavioral patterns, exploring their origins, and developing personalized coping strategies through collaborative treatment planning.
How do you assess treatment progress?
We implement regular progress checkpoints to evaluate effectiveness, adjust treatment plans as needed, and ensure our work remains focused on your specific therapeutic goals.
