That’s not weakness. It’s what happens when your nervous system runs out of places to put things. Catalyst is a trauma-focused practice for high performers, couples, and first responders across Maryland, DC, and Virginia. We find the root. We help you fix it.
Your career is impressive. Your family life looks enviable. And you just snapped at someone you love, again, and you can't explain why. You're not broken. You're carrying something that finally got too heavy.
Individual therapy → The Exhausted PartnerYou're not really fighting about the dishes. Most couples in crisis are triggering each other's oldest wounds. Once you see the pattern underneath the fight, everything shifts.
Couples therapy → The Worried ParentThe meltdowns, the shutdowns, the grades slipping, the door always closed. Kids rarely have the words for what's wrong. Our therapists know how to listen for what's underneath the behavior.
Child, teen & family therapy → The First ResponderYou've spent your career walking into what everyone else runs from. Hypervigilance, short fuse, can't sleep: those aren't character flaws. They're what accumulated exposure does to a nervous system.
First responder therapy →Most practices list trauma as one of twenty specialties. We treat it as the lens for nearly everything that walks through the door.
Our clinicians are EMDR-trained because the research says it works. Other therapists come to us to learn this work.
High performers, first responders, parents, and kids don't have to explain their world here. We already know why you can't just relax.
Yes. With secure technology and skilled therapists, telehealth feels just as personal, with added convenience.
We work with most major insurance providers and also offer private-pay options. Our admin team will confirm coverage for you.
You’ll meet your therapist in a supportive, judgment-free space. Together, you’ll set goals and create a personalized plan.
Some clients come for a few months, others longer. We’ll tailor it to your needs.
Therapy is a helpful tool for individuals who want to better understand their emotions, improve their mental health, and address challenges in their lives. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, or any emotional struggles, therapy can provide you with the tools and support to move forward.
For any questions, or simply to reach out, you can use this form and we’ll get back to you within one business day.
If you’re in crisis or thinking about harming yourself, call or text 988, or call 911. For everything else, call (571) 596-7864 or email admin@catacounseling.com.
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