Rita Romano is a compassionate and experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who has dedicated over 35 years to the mental health field, navigating both public and private environments. With a strong foundation from her education at Catholic University of Washington D.C., she respects the complexities of life and provides a non-judgmental space for individuals and couples to explore solutions to their challenges. Rita focuses on common issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship difficulties, steering her clients toward recognizing what is working in their lives and promoting overall wellness. She believes that by concentrating on specific goals, clients can experience substantial growth in a positive direction in a relatively short time. Rita particularly enjoys collaborating with couples to nurture more harmonious, fulfilling, and intimate relationships, utilizing diverse approaches such as the Gottman Method, solution-focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, positive psychology, and mindfulness. Her holistic perspective includes an understanding of not just the individual, but also the familial and societal systems they engage with, ensuring tailored therapeutic support for each unique situation.