Marie Caterini Choppin

I am thrilled to be able to provide therapy to adult individuals, couples and groups using evidence-based approaches that support the whole person (mind, body, emotion and spirit) and that allow for multiple pathways for healing. Personally, my upbringing overseas in a foreign service family allowed me to experience many different cultures and to know people from all over the world and I bring this perspective into the therapy room through my curiosity, my nonjudgemental stance and my openness to new ways of thinking, feeling and experiencing the world. As a therapist, I have always had a deep appreciation for each person’s life journey and have a profound respect for what it takes to open up, become vulnerable and heal. By allowing me and our team to support you, your relationship and/or your family and really “see” each person, trust can build which allows for positive changes, self reflection and growth. I use an eclectic therapeutic approach but one steeped in attachment theory, neuroscience, EFT (emotionally focused therapy) and AEDP (Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy). When working with couples, the Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) model fits well with my belief that strong relationships and secure attachments are the foundation for a life well-lived and learning how to feel and express your emotions is vital for clear communication and understanding. The primary goal of developing secure and healthy bonds and creating an atmosphere of openness and trust is to allow each partner to share with one another, as they work on self-awareness, mind-body connections and becoming vulnerable with one another. Sharing their deeper needs, fears and longings brings closeness, compassion and empathy. I consider it an honor to work with my clients every day and I am humbled by their courage and trust in our work together. My own life journey of facilitating healing, supporting strong relationships and creating community has been my privilege and honor. Marie Caterini Choppin is a Master’s level licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been a practitioner since 1992 and in private practice since 1999. She holds licenses in the Maryland, Washington, DC, Virginia and Delaware and is an ICEEFT Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist. Marie creates a supportive environment of empathy, trust, confidence and success when working with her clients. This allows each client to begin healing, discovering and creating their own vision for their life at their own pace and comfort level. Most clients find success and feel empowered to face their future with courage and hope.