Charlotte Joelsson, L.C.S.W., is a graduate of The Catholic University
of America. Ms. Joelsson received advanced training in the treatment
of eating disorders at the Growth and Recovery Center. As a private
practitioner at the Growth and Recovery Center, Ms. Joelsson provides
psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral psychotherapy for adults,
adolescents and couples. In addition, Ms. Joelsson facilitates therapy
groups, and is currently leading a post Gastric Bypass Support Group
for adults.
Ms. Joelsson has worked in a variety of clinical settings, such
as working with pregnant teenagers and in domestic violence prevention
programs. Furthermore, Ms. Joelsson’s background includes
extensive research in the area of pregnancy and eating disorders.
Ms. Joelsson maintains a special interest in women’s issues,
food related difficulties, body image, and eating disorders and
pregnancy complications. Beyond working with clients suffering from
eating disorder related symptoms, Ms. Joelsson enjoys working with
adolescents, adults and couples who find it difficult coping with
issues associated with life circumstances such as unemployment,
depression, anxiety or poor communication skills.
For further information or inquires, please contact Charlotte Joelsson
directly at (703) 591-5912 ext. 102. Feel free to leave a message
in her confidential mailbox and your call will be returned as soon
as possible.