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Our Therapists

Our therapists use a results-oriented approach designed to meet your unique needs. They are dedicated to empathetic, empowerment-based support.

Our therapists have either completed or are currently enrolled in our Trauma-Informed Clinical Practice certificate program. As such, they promote anti-racism, belief in the survivors of sexual assault, and other anti-discriminatory beliefs.

Many also participate in trainings on brain-based therapies, couples therapy, sensorimotor approaches, and more.  Because Viva trainings and supervisions are either free or heavily subsidized, our therapists are able to place heavy emphasis on continued learning.

Every Viva therapist is fully licensed in the District of Columbia and is in good standing with their professional boards. Their rates correlate to their training and experience as follows: Expert Clinicians $255/session; Supervisors $205/session; Licensed Independent Clinicians $195/session; Licensed Graduate Clinicians $180/session.

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Viva Clinicians

Raven Jenerson, MSW, LGSW

Raven Jenerson, MSW, LGSW

Raven is experienced in working with adolescents and adults via individual and group therapy. She specializes in working with those impacted by trauma associated with domestic and sexual violence, LGBTQ+ community identity, addiction and adoption/foster care. Raven’s fully engaged style puts her clients at ease and allows for deep healing.

Michele Topel

Michele Topel, NCC, CMT

Michele uses her mindfulness and dialectical-behavioral therapy training to support individuals experiencing addiction and trauma. She has experience with the LGBTQ population as well as adult children of alcoholics, and those who have experienced addiction-related trauma.

Therapist Jacky Casumbal, LGSW
Jacky Casumbal, LICSW

Jacky Casumbal, LICSW

Holistic Professionals Group Chairperson
Jacky specializes in adults with a history of relationship/attachment issues and complex trauma. She approaches sessions from a compassionate perspective that looks at your strengths. 165/45-min session.

Kristin Dart, Therapist
Kristin Dart, LICSW

Kristin Dart, LICSW

Kristin works with clients who may be experiencing complex trauma, substance abuse, relationship challenges, and self-esteem issues. She has experience with first-responders, particularly police officers.

Sarah Levy Therapist
Sarah Levy, LICSW

Sarah Levy, LICSW

Sarah uses mindfulness, dialectical-behavioral therapy, yoga, and more to work with children, adolescents, and adults who have experienced all types of trauma.

Therapist Lenna Jawdat, LICSW
Lenna Jawdat, LICSW

Lenna Jawdat, LICSW, RYT

Wellness Coordinator
Lenna uses mindfulness, brain-based, and yogic approaches to treating different forms of trauma, including sexual abuse, domestic violence, human trafficking, and neglect. She also works with identity, sexuality, and relationships.

Therapist Alina McClerklin, LICSW
Alina McClerklin, LICSW

Alina McClerklin, LICSW

Community Engagement Specialist
Alina offers both individual and couples therapy. Her expertise covers relationships, sexuality, domestic violence, and other forms of trauma.

Megan Munzert, therapist
Megan Munzert, LICSW

Megan Munzert, LICSW

Megan uses mindfulness and experiential techniques along with Brainspotting. She specializes in PTSD, depression, relationship issues, and anxiety.

Stacey Thompson, therapist
Stacey Thompson, LICSW

Stacey Thompson, LICSW

Stacey utilizes techniques from body-oriented psychotherapies, mindfulness and brain-based therapies. She specializes in supporting individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, major life transitions, and those working to recover from traumatic experiences.

Regina Tosca, therapist
Regina Tosca, LICSW

Regina Tosca, LICSW

Community Engagement Specialist
Regina uses techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, and much more, to treat issues such as grief, anxiety, and trauma. She has extensive experience working with chronic and terminal illness in a hospital setting. Regina is passionate about working with companion animal bereavement.


Expert Clinician

Dr. Julie Lopez, LICSW
Dr. Julie Lopez, LICSW

Dr. Julie Lopez, LICSW

Founder/Strategist
Julie is the founder of the Viva Center and the creator of the Trauma-Informed Clinical Practice course. She offers short-term, intensive treatment for interested clients, which incorporates brain and body-based approaches like EMDR.

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