- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Social anxiety
About Alicia
Dr. Alicia Moran is an LPC with 29 years of clinical experience based in the District of Columbia. She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem, depression, grief, parenting concerns, coping with life changes, and coaching. She also addresses social anxiety and phobia among other related concerns.
Her work centers on emotional intelligence - understanding how past beliefs shape present feelings and reactions. She asks people to notice how emotions show up in their thinking before suggesting options. She does not give direct advice but offers choices and ways to respond that fit each person.
Dr. Moran draws on a mix of practical methods. She uses rational emotive behavioral ideas and reality theory alongside psychodynamic and person-centered influences. This means sessions can include looking at current thinking patterns, examining recurring relationship or family themes, and exploring how past experiences affect present behavior.
Sessions tend to focus on clear goals such as reducing panic, improving day-to-day coping, handling grief, or addressing family of origin issues. She also works with first responder stress, control problems, isolation, and questions about life purpose. The approach is conversational and focused on identifying options for change.
People who prefer direct observations about how feelings shape actions may find this style helpful. The therapist invites curious, motivated people to start with a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session to see how the approach fits.
Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions work
Dr. Moran typically blends evidence-based techniques that focus on thinking patterns and emotional awareness. Rational emotive behavioral ideas help people notice and challenge unhelpful thoughts that feed anxiety and panic, and then practice different responses. Reality theory concentrates on present choices and actions, helping people identify practical steps they can take to change daily behavior.Finding the right approach is part of the work. She will review your concerns, goals, and preferences and suggest which methods to try. That decision is collaborative and may shift over time as progress is tracked and needs evolve.
Confirm the exact session formats before booking since the original profile does not list them. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule and reduce travel time. It also allows shorter check-ins when life is hectic, the option to avoid being on camera if that helps, and a way to keep consistent appointments across different locations. Therapists and licensed professionals commonly use these practical benefits to help sessions fit into everyday life.
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Experience
29+ years
Listed in
Ohio, South Carolina, Florida, Arizona, District of Columbia, Georgia, Virginia, North Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, grief, parenting issues, coping with life changes, and coaching. Social anxiety and phobia are listed among her focus areas.
What is her general therapeutic style?
Her practice emphasizes emotional intelligence and understanding how past beliefs shape current feelings. She presents choices rather than direct advice and uses conversational, goal-focused sessions.
How many years has she been practicing?
She has 29 years of clinical experience.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is an LPC with licensure noted for SC LPC and AZ LPC and practices from the District of Columbia.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.