Finding yourself after separation
Leaving a relationship does not automatically bring relief. You might feel more settled one day, then find yourself questioning your decision the next. Ordinary choices, from how to spend your time to whom you trust, can feel harder when you have become used to having your judgment challenged. Therapy gives those experiences room without asking you to prove that leaving was the right choice.
Recovery can include rebuilding routines that belong to you. You may want to feel comfortable spending time alone, reconnect with supportive people, or notice your preferences without anticipating someone else’s reaction. Together, you can explore manageable steps that reflect your needs, rather than pressure to appear fully recovered.
Grieving the relationship you hoped for
You may miss the person you first believed you knew, the future you imagined, or the moments that felt loving. Grief can exist alongside an understanding that the relationship hurt you. Missing someone does not erase what happened, and feeling sad does not mean that your concerns were unreasonable.
Therapy can help you make room for anger, disappointment, relief, and loneliness without treating any one feeling as the whole story. Jami’s approach centers on understanding how narcissistic and emotional abuse affects self-trust and relationships. Your pace matters as you begin recognizing what feels supportive and what leaves you doubting yourself.
Emotional support through difficult transitions
Separation or divorce from a narcissistic partner may bring repeated contact, difficult messages, or worries about what happens next. Sessions can focus on managing the emotional strain, noticing what unsettles you, and developing ways to respond that respect your limits. Therapy provides emotional support only, not legal advice or guidance about divorce agreements.
Boundaries with family may also need attention. Relatives might ask for explanations you are not ready to give, encourage reconciliation, or expect you to keep everyone comfortable. You can explore what you wish to share, where you need privacy, and how to tolerate the discomfort of setting a limit. The work stays grounded in your experience and choices.
Online therapy throughout Alexandria
All appointments take place online via secure video. There are no in-person sessions. You must be physically located in Virginia during every session, including when work or travel changes your usual routine. A private setting where you can speak freely helps protect the space you are making for yourself.
Online care is available to adults in Old Town, Del Ray, Rosemont, Seminary Hill, and the West End, as well as elsewhere in Alexandria and Virginia. You can attend from a suitable private location without arranging a trip to an office. Your current circumstances, questions, and goals can guide the conversation.
Fees and your first step
Sessions are $175 per session, self-pay. A superbill is available on request for possible out-of-network reimbursement; reimbursement depends on your plan. A free 15-minute consultation gives you space to ask questions and discuss whether this support fits what you need.
Frequently asked questions
What if I am not sure it was abuse?
You do not need a label to start. Feeling confused, hurt, or unlike yourself is enough to begin a conversation. Therapy can help you explore what happened and how it affects you now.
Do you take insurance?
Sessions are self-pay at $175 each. You may request a superbill to submit for out-of-network reimbursement, which depends on your plan. See the main FAQ for insurance details.
Take a first step at your pace.
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