Dr. Tracye Herndon, LPC

Dr. Tracye Herndon welcomes people who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to begin. She writes in a warm, straightforward way and encourages clients to take the first step toward change. Dr. Herndon uses a respectful, person-centered stance and tailors conversations to each person’s goals and situation.

She draws on three decades of experience as an LPC in the District of Columbia. Her practice addresses stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, parenting concerns, depression, relationship and intimacy-related issues, grief, eating concerns, anger, self-esteem, career matters, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include attachment, blended family challenges, caregiver stress, chronic illness, body image, and adoption and foster care questions.

In sessions she listens carefully and works collaboratively to build practical skills. She blends client-centered methods with solution-focused discussion, cognitive techniques, motivational interviewing, and psychodynamic perspectives when helpful. The result is an individualized plan of tools and strategies you can use between meetings.

Her style is straightforward and supportive. She will discuss prior therapy experiences and what did or did not help. Together with the client she develops a toolbox of coping skills and steps for moving forward.

Dr. Herndon emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in every interaction. She encourages people to bring their real questions and life details to sessions so work can be focused on meaningful change.

How her approaches guide online therapy

Dr. Herndon often uses Imago Relationship Therapy to look at how early relationship patterns affect current connections, helping people identify repetitive interaction styles and learn new ways to relate. She also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which focuses on listening, empathy, and building trust so clients can set their own goals and move at a comfortable pace. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and try practical behavior changes that reduce anxiety and improve daily functioning.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, prior experiences, and preferences, then suggest methods to try. Sessions may shift over time as needs change, and the client helps guide what feels most useful.

Confirm current session options before booking as formats are not specified here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life by removing travel time and letting people meet from wherever works best for them. It can also allow shorter check-ins when needed, or sessions that avoid video if that helps concentration or reduces bandwidth needs. Licensed professionals will work with clients to schedule times that fit routines and to shape sessions for practical progress.