Meet The Team
Dr. Joanne Frederick, LPC (VA/DC), LCPC (MD)
Dr. Joanne Frederick has been in the field of Counseling for over 25 years as a University Professor and a Counselor in Private Practice. Dr. Frederick specializes in treating people with Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Terminal illnesses, and learning disabilities. She works with individuals, couples, groups, adults and children.
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Dr. Frederick is the author of the book Copeology. It is an anthology available on Amazon.com that covers how to deal with grief and loss, being a black man in the world today, disabilities, surviving Covid-19, infidelity, anxiety and fears, trauma, the power of prayer, and single parenting.
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She holds a Doctorate Degree in Counseling from the George Washington University in Rehabilitation Counseling, a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of Baltimore and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Morgan State University.
She is also a Licensed Professional Counselor in the District of Columbia. A Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Maryland, and a National Certified Counselor.
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Dr. Frederick is the former Executive Director of a Nonprofit 501 (c) (3) organization named Holistic Opportunities Propelling Everyone. This organization provides counseling, mentorship, and educational workshops within underserved communities.
She has many written and presentation publications concerning mentorship, supervision, and counseling, to name a few. Her most recent work consists of coining the term "Bibliopsychoeducation ". This term refers to the infusion of Biblical works and scriptures with psychology as a means of enhancing coping skills. She is a wife, mother of 3, and a Member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. and Iota Phi Lambda Sorority Inc. In addition, she takes pride in her Caribbean-American Heritage.
Dr. Rachael Goodman, LPC
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in DC and I specialize in counseling for stress and trauma. I have a PhD in Mental Health Counseling and I have been in the counseling profession for almost 20 years. For the past 14 years, I have been training future counselors as a counseling professor.
In my therapy practice, I combine Gestalt counseling, mindfulness, Internal Family Systems (IFS) theory, and somatic approaches. Using these perspectives, I offer a comprehensive therapeutic approach that addresses thoughts, emotions, bodily sensations, and inner conflicts, fostering holistic healing and personal growth. Additionally, I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), a practice that uses bilateral stimulation to cultivate strengths and reprocess distressing memories. Overall, I help clients navigate the impact of stress or trauma on their lives and relationships, recognizing the significance of culture and context in shaping their strengths and challenges. Together, we blend various aspects of a client’s experiences and identities to help them grow and flourish, even amidst challenges.
You can read more about me on my website.
Anna Rieper
Anna Rieper is a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor in Washington, DC, practicing under the supervision of Dr. Joanne Frederick. She holds a Masters in Counseling from Northwestern University, and has been counseling adults, groups and couples at JFL & Associates since spring 2021. Anna practices counseling from an LGBTQ+-affirming, client-centered perspective, using psychoeducation to support clients in developing deeper understanding of their individual strengths and struggles and making empowering choices.
Amber Ben-Hanania
Hi! My name is Amber, and my pronouns are she/they. I am a graduate of Stetson University with a bachelor’s in Psychology and Art and currently pursuing my master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with Art Therapy at Antioch University Seattle. I am originally from Brooklyn, NY, but am now based in the surrounding areas of Virginia, Washington DC, and Maryland.
As a therapist, I practice based on social justice, equity, and advocacy principles. I use a person-centered, art therapy, and a relational approach. I am flexible, and depending on the client, my approach can change. Overall, I believe it is important for you to be your most authentic self. We learn together. You are in charge of your own journey.
