Dr. Tilmer Engebretson, a licensed psychologist with a PhD and over 25 years of experience, operates within a cognitive behavioral therapy framework, utilizing a diverse range of skills and tools to assist individuals and couples in overcoming various life challenges. These challenges often include depression, anxiety, insomnia, and the emotional complexities that arise from chronic illnesses or trauma. In his collaborative therapeutic approach, he emphasizes clarity around disruptive processes and empowers clients to enhance their coping mechanisms and improve overall life satisfaction. Dr. Engebretson's goal is to foster a deeper understanding of clients’ learning histories while working together to transform the disruptive patterns they face today. His methodology incorporates awareness building, cognitive restructuring, skill enhancement, and self-management strategies. With an academic background that includes faculty positions at both Brown University and The Ohio State University, he has dedicated himself to the field since graduating from the University of Pittsburgh in 1991. Since relocating to Virginia in 2004, Dr. Engebretson has actively contributed to Psychotherapy Partners at Tysons, LLC, a collaborative network of five psychologists committed to supporting mental well-being in the Tysons Corner area.