Hi, I’m Khaliah. I am a Licensed Graduate Social Worker in Washington, D.C., and a Licensed Master Social Worker in Maryland, and I support clients across the lifespan, from adolescents to older adults. My experience in long-term care and outpatient mental health has given me a deep appreciation for how differently people respond to stress, transition, identity questions, and emotional pain. I believe therapy should be a place where those differences are honored and explored with care.

My style is warm, steady, and person-centered. I work collaboratively and draw from CBT, motivational interviewing, psychodynamic therapy, and solution-focused approaches to help you understand patterns, process emotions, and move toward meaningful change. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, relationship stress, LGBTQ+ concerns, autism-related challenges, or significant life transitions, I tailor each session to what you need most in the moment. Clients often describe our work together as grounding, validating, and practical in a way that helps them feel supported while also building new skills.

I am especially passionate about helping clients make sense of their experiences within the context of their cultural background, identity, and personal values. Feeling understood matters, and I work intentionally to create a space where you can reflect openly while also gaining tools that support emotional resilience.

If you’re looking for a therapist who listens closely, works collaboratively, and helps you create change that feels realistic and sustainable, I would be glad to begin that work with you