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Starting therapy can be a valuable tool in navigating life's challenges and an important step towards enhancing your overall well-being. Therapy provides a safe and confidential space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors with a trained professional who can offer support and guidance. It can help you gain new insights, develop coping strategies, and work towards positive changes in your life. If you are facing challenges, feeling overwhelmed, or seeking personal growth, therapy might be the right choice for you. Beginning therapy is a courageous step towards healing and personal growth. If you are ready to embark on this journey towards a healthier and more fulfilling life, Dr. Juan C. Couto at NoVA/DC Psychology, PLLC is here to support you every step of the way. Take the first step towards a brighter future by scheduling a free consultation session today.
What to expect during your initial consultation?
During your initial consultation with Dr. Couto, you can expect a welcoming and confidential environment where you can openly discuss your concerns and therapy goals. Dr. Couto will ask questions to better understand your background, current challenges, and what you hope to achieve through therapy. This session is also an opportunity for you to ask any questions you may have about the therapy process. Dr. Couto’s goal is to ensure that you feel heard, supported, and empowered to take the first steps towards building the life you want.
Meet Juan C. Couto, Psy.D.
Juan C. Couto, Psy.D. is the founder and owner of NoVA/DC Psychology, PLLC. He provides therapy services to adults and adolescents dealing with anxiety, depression, OCD, anger, trauma, phobias, panic disorder, insomnia, personality disorders, self-injury, and suicidality.
Dr. Couto is registered as a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with the Virginia Board of Psychology, the District of Columbia Board of Psychology, the National Register of Health Service Psychologists, and the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT).
Throughout his career, Dr. Couto has worked with a culturally diverse clientele in a variety of treatment settings, including in private practice, hospitals, emergency services departments, and community mental health programs. Dr. Couto has also held multiple leadership and supervisory positions, and has been responsible for training and supervising psychologists and other mental health practitioners.
Dr. Couto has advanced training and extensive experience in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD, Prolonged Exposure (PE) for PTSD, and Motivational Interviewing. Owing to his multicultural background, he is fluent in English, Spanish, and Italian.
Dr. Couto enjoys helping clients navigate interpersonal problems, challenges, and life transitions. He is passionate about working collaboratively with clients to ensure that treatment is individualized and adapted to their unique needs.