Grace Olivieri, LCSW-C

----------------------- 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, nonjudgmental space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. Together, we'll clarify your hopes and goals and work through the challenges standing in your way. Along the path, you'll gain new perspectives and coping skills—practical tools to help you create the changes you're seeking. During an individual session, you might work through challenges related to: Anxiety Depression PTSD/ Trauma Grief/Loss Self-Esteem Identity Sex and Attachment Out of Control Sexual Behavior Body Image Interpersonal Conflict --------------------- THERAPY INTENSIVES Coming Soon! --------------------------------- 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 impact relevant to your immigration case, and they play a critical role in ensuring that your story is heard. Our services encompass psychosocial evaluations for individuals applying for: T Visa U Visa The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Hardship Waivers Cancellation of Removal My goal is to provide a professional assessment that addresses the legal questions central to your petition by translating your lived experience into clear, meaningful language that the legal system can understand. I will schedule an appointment with you, consisting of 1 to 2 sessions, each lasting 2 to 3 hours. After your appointment, I will provide your attorney with a 6- to 15-page report with a detailed discussion of your situation, the impacts of abuse or hardship, and any other supporting information I can provide. To learn how I can support you, click the Contact Me link to schedule a free 15-minute consultation. ------------------------------ ABOUT THE PRACTICE Silver Spring Counseling is an online private practice founded by clinical social worker Grace Olivieri, LCSW-C. Grace is a multicultural clinician of Puerto Rican and Italian descent. She earned her graduate degree in social work from Barry University in Miami, Florida, in 2013, and soon after began working with children and families. Since then, she has worked with diverse populations across a range of settings, including inpatient substance use recovery centers, refugee welfare programs, and group practice. While she has cherished each experience along the way, Grace has found her true passion is in providing psychotherapy—helping people navigate and heal from the burdens they carry, whether rooted in family history, a strained relationship, or their relationship with themselves. Grace's therapeutic approach incorporates modalities such as Parts Work therapy (IFS-informed) and somatic-informed interventions, making room for both psychological insight and the body's intuitive knowing to support emotional health. She has also completed extensive training in psycho-sexual therapy, creating a welcoming space for clients to explore challenges related to their sexual identity and experiences. Grace is licensed to practice independently in Washington, D.C., Maryland, Texas, Arizona, Connecticut, and Massachusetts. Therapy and evaluation services are also available in Spanish. For a free 15-minute consultation, click the "Contact" link above.