Nivedhitha Balaji, LGPC, NCC, Washington, DC

About Nivedhitha Balaji

Focus areas

Academic Stress

BIPOC Mental Health Issues

Depression

Anxiety

Burnout

Disordered Eating

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Confidence Issues

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Culturally Sensitive

Narrative

Multicultural

Sandplay

Eclectic

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English, Tamil

Getting to know Nivedhitha Balaji

Nivedhitha is a bilingual counselor who offers therapy in both English and Tamil. She works towards bridging cultural differences through working with various populations. Nivedhitha works with young adults and adults in navigating anxiety, depression and trauma. She focuses primarily on transitional populations who are struggling to adapt to new environments or figuring out how to transition from one stage of life to another. She has experience in working with people who require support in bridging transitions that involve vocational support and mental wellbeing. Most of her work is grounded in Narrative Therapy. She combines practical skill building with current life situations to help re-author one’s narrative. Nivedhitha tailors therapy to each person’s strengths and goals. She believes that reauthoring one’s narrative is a collaborative process. She creates an authentic and safe space where looking into one’s journey feels more like a healing process.

What should a new client know about working with you?

I take the time to learn about the client and what they're looking for. I make sure that they know this is a safe space where they're prioritized.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

I take the time to get to know my client and their story before working with them to understand what re-authoring their narrative looks like for them. I look into interventions that feel the most relevant for the client and help them reach the goals they set for themselves.

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Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Agoraphobia

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Office location

Nivedhitha Balaji, LGPC, NCC also offers online video visits for patients

Ellie Mental Health Georgetown

4400 MacArthur Blvd NW, Ste 300, Washington, DC 20007

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Education and background

Practice names

Ellie Mental Health Georgetown

Board certifications

National Board for Certified Counselors

Education and training

The George Washington University, Master's in Counseling

NPI number

1255212379

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Nivedhitha Balaji?

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Is Nivedhitha Balaji accepting new patients?

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Can I make an appointment with Nivedhitha Balaji online?

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What practice does Nivedhitha Balaji work with?

Nivedhitha Balaji works with Ellie Mental Health Georgetown.

Where is Nivedhitha Balaji's office located?

Nivedhitha Balaji has 2 office locations in Washington, view full addresses on Nivedhitha Balaji's profile.

Which board certifications does Nivedhitha Balaji have?

Nivedhitha Balaji is certified by National Board for Certified Counselors.

What are common reasons for patients to see Nivedhitha Balaji?

Nivedhitha Balaji frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Nivedhitha Balaji on their profile.