Hey, I’m Reina! (she/her)

I’m a licensed therapist who is passionate about creating inclusive spaces.

Currently on a waitlist!

Please use the form at the bottom of this page to join the waitlist.

My Approach

My approach is LGBTQIA+ affirming, sex positive, and grounded in anti-racist, anti-carceral practice with a commitment to social and environmental justice. I draw from a variety of evidence-based modalities, including Acceptance & Commitment Therapist (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). I also incorporate attachment-based and somatic work into my practice. Some of my specialties are: non-monogamy, kink/BDSM, childhood trauma, minority stress, OCD, and perinatal mental health.

Education, Certifications & Trainings:

  • Master of Social Work from Salisbury University

  • Independent clinical licensure in MD, DC, VA, DE, and MA

  • EMDR Basic Training

  • Attended IOCDF Behavior Therapy Training Institute for Treating OCD in Communities of Color

  • Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional (PMH-C)

  • Certified Therapeutic Game Master

  • Certificate in LGBTQ-affirmative CBT

  • Certificate in Advanced Trauma Treatment, Level 1

  • Trauma-Informed

  • AAPI & Queer

  • Virtual Therapy

About Me

Hello! I’m Reina (she/her) and I’m excited to meet you! I identify as a nerdy, queer, polyamorous, immigrant woman. I was born in the Philippines, lived briefly in the Netherlands in my youth, and moved to the United States when I was seven.

I attended Seton Hall University where I received a B.S. in International Relations and Diplomacy, and returned to school as nontraditional student to earn my Master’s in Social Work at Salisbury University.

I’m a certified cat lady! When I’m not working or spending time with my family, I like reading, yoga, taking care of my houseplants, and restoring vintage typewriters.

FAQ

  • I provide virtual psychotherapy services to individuals age 13 and up.

    I am a fully licensed clinical social worker in MD, DC, VA, DE, and MA. Note that this means you (the client) must be physically located in one of these states during each session.

  • Clients who are a good fit for me are:

    • overachievers, people pleasers, former (or current) gifted students

    • eldest immigrant daughters (IFYKYK)

    • queer folx 🌈

    • kinky and/or nonmonogamous

    • struggling with the effects of childhood trauma

    • creatives (writers, poets, artists, fiber artists)

    • D&D nerds

    If this doesn’t describe you, we can still work together! This list is just a sampling of the clients / specialties I tend to work with but is by no means an exhaustive list.

  • I accept most major commercial insurers in the DMV region (CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, United Healthcare, Aetna, and Cigna/Evernorth).

    My self-pay rate is $150 per 45-minute session (more for longer sessions or more complex needs such as couples counseling). I can provide superbills upon request.

    I also have slots available at a reduced cost. Click here for my sliding scale.

  • We'll start with a free consultation to discuss your needs and determine whether it’s a good fit.

    If not, that’s ok!

    If so, we’ll schedule an initial intake session and I’ll send you an invitation link to complete the intake paperwork.

  • I currently offer virtual therapy only at this time. I am fully licensed in Maryland, DC, Virginia, Delaware, and Massachusetts.

    FYI - I am physically located on Nanticoke land, currently named the Eastern Shore of Maryland, near Easton.

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