Megan Capitelli

Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by intense emotions, stuck in painful relationship patterns, or struggling to cope with trauma that continues to affect their daily lives. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing therapy to individuals, couples, and families (ages 12+) in Virginia and Maryland. I specialize in helping adolescents and adults who struggle with regulating emotions, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, trauma, and relationship challenges.

My approach is trauma-informed, and I use Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) as a core part of how I work because it offers tools for regulating emotions, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. I also draw on Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for processing trauma, along with Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), somatic work, and attachment-based and solution-based approaches. Ultimately, whatever combination best fits what you’re working through.

I have extensive experience supporting clients struggling with complex trauma, anxiety, depression, borderline personality traits, grief, OCD, ADHD, and major life transitions, with expertise in self-harm and suicidal ideation in outpatient settings.

I don’t believe in just managing symptoms. I want to work with you to understand how past experiences affect the way you see yourself and others, as well as your behaviors and feelings in the present.

My goal is to offer a safe and collaborative space, with room for growth. I want you to feel both supported and challenged. Starting therapy is a big step and finding the right fit matters. I’d love the chance to connect and see if working together feels like the right match for you.