Personal Statement

As our lives evolve, we inevitably experience periods of loss, frustration and conflict that signal the need for better understanding and change. Are you experiencing a major life change or challenge? Job loss, relationship breakups, divorce, death, disappointment, or other crisis? Your angry, sad, anxious or lonely feelings may feel overwhelming, but you do not have to go through this alone. I can walk the journey with you to a more comfortable relationship with yourself, your life, and others.

I am a psychotherapist who works with individuals, couples and groups. In addition to being a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), I am also certified in group psychotherapy (CGP), adjunct professor at American University and the founder of Aida Therapy.

With a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering and two Master's degrees, in Business Administration and Social Work, I have have over 35 years of experience in public, private, and non-profit organizations. I use a combination of psychological acumen, business experience, mindful awareness, and multicultural sensitivity in my Dupont Circle therapy practice to help clients grow through their adversity to lead balanced and fulfilling lives.

Rob specializes in helping people with life transitions, chemical dependency, sexual compulsivity, relationship issues, anxiety & mood dysregulation, and LGBT issues. He studied and practiced Zazen (a form of sitting meditation) with the Mintwood Zendo sangha, a Zen meditation group for the gay community and friends. Rob is also a member of the Red Well Theater Group, a troupe of psychotherapists who present dramatic readings of stage plays to illuminate the complexities of relationships and the universal need for mutual recognition.

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Client Focus (Age)

  • Adults
  • Elders (65+)

Faith

  • Buddhist

Therapy Specialties

  • Addiction
  • Anxiety
  • Codependency
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Gender Identity
  • LGBTQ Issues
  • Life Coaching
  • Men's Issues
  • Obsessive Compulsive
  • Relationship Issues
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sexual Addiction
  • Stress

Treatment Orientation

  • Attachment-based
  • Coaching
  • Eclectic
  • Existential
  • Gestalt
  • Imago
  • Mindfulness Based Approaches
  • Narrative
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Transpersonal

Modality

  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Family
  • Group

Accepted Insurance Plans

  • Out Of Network

Years in Practice

10+ years

Services Fee

  • Therapy Session $150-$300

Payments Accepted

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Online Profiles

Facebook

Licenses

License Name License State Year
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) LC50078567 DC 2006

Certifications

Name Year
Certified Group Psychotherapist (CGP) 2009

Associations

Name Duration
National Association of Social Workers (NASW) 2003-Present

Education

School Degree Major Year
Catholic University MSWSocial Work2006
Clemson University MSBusiness Administration1996
University of Florida BSChemical Engineering1979

Languages

  • English

Office Address


Aida Therapy PLLC

Aida Therapy PLLC

1801 Connecticut Avenue NW, 3rd Floor

Washington, District of Columbia 20009

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