Dolores Acquista

Dolores Acquista is a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist, holding an MS in counseling and is a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist (LCMFT). A native of Bethesda, Maryland, she brings over 25 years of invaluable experience working with individuals, families, and couples. Her primary areas of focus include marital and premarital counseling, family conflict resolution, and relationship issues, employing a variety of therapeutic modalities such as Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), the Gottman Method, and Emotionally Focused Therapy. Dolores is known for her engaging and encouraging approach, drawing from her extensive background as a director in both inpatient and outpatient mental health agencies, as well as substance abuse programs. She creates a warm and peaceful environment where clients can share their thoughts and feelings with empathy and compassion. Dolores collaborates with her clients to help them untangle their emotional challenges and make sense of their experiences, guiding them toward a place of calm, peace, and joy. Her goal is to empower clients to move forward with confidence and grace. With a deep appreciation for diversity, Dolores values individuals of all ages, races, gender identities, religious affiliations, and sexual orientations. In addition to her professional life, she is also the proud mother of beautiful and engaging triplets who continuously inspire her through new learning experiences each day.