Practicing since: 2024 “I refuse to be reduced by what happened to me.” Alessandra Vera graduated from John’s Hopkins University
Accepts 3 Insurance Carriers:
- CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
- Cigna/Evernorth
- United Healthcare
Meet Alessandra Vera, LGPC

Practicing since: 2024
“I refuse to be reduced by what happened to me.”
Alessandra Vera graduated from John’s Hopkins University with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She was inspired to become a mental health counselor to offer care grounded in trauma-informed principles and a nervous system-centered approach. She is passionate about providing culturally responsive care that honors each person’s identity, language, faith, and the effects of generational trauma. At the heart of Alessandra’s work is the belief that healing is possible not only for individuals, but also for the generations that follow.
In addition, Alessandra is certified in nature-informed therapy and implements this expertise in treatment with clients. Her trauma-informed approach recognizes how early life experiences shape who we become. She helps clients build insight and practical tools to regulate their nervous system, set boundaries, communicate effectively, and respond to stress in healthier ways.
At the heart of Alessandra’s work is the belief that therapy can help break harmful cycles — whether related to generational trauma, patterns of mistreatment, or self-sacrifice that no longer serves you. Her approach goes beyond symptom relief, focusing on empowering clients to make intentional changes in how they view themselves, navigate relationships, and shape their future. She believes that when one person commits to growth, it can create meaningful ripple effects across families, partnerships, and generations to come.
Clients will experience understanding and empowerment during treatment with Alessandra. Her goal is not only to help clients understand why they respond the way they do, but to equip them with strategies to regulate their nervous system, communicate more effectively, set healthy boundaries, and move through life with greater confidence and self-trust. Motivated by the opportunity to create meaningful impact, she supports clients in reclaiming the power that shapes how they love, lead, and show up for generations to come.
Alessandra Vera, LGPC, is licensed in the state of Maryland (#LGP16645) and under the clinical supervision of Denise Adams, LCPC (#LC9358).

Engagement Badge
Awarded: 04/08/2026

Connection Badge
Awarded: 06/18/2026

Collaboration Badge
Awarded: 06/29/2026
Issues Served
- Abortion
- Abuse and Neglect (Domestic Abuse/Violence)
- ADD and ADHD
- Adoption and Foster Care
- Anxiety/Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder
- Black and Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC) specific mental health issues
- Child Custody Cases
- Chronic Illness and Chronic Pain
- Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder
- Divorce
- Eating Disorders
- Educational and Learning Disabilities
- Fertility, Reproductive, and Perinatal specific Issues (Fertility, Miscarriages, Perinatal Loss, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum)
- Gender Identity Issues
- Grief and Loss
- Impulse Control and Anger Management
- Intellectual Disabilities
- Interpersonal Effectiveness in Relationships
- Life Coaching
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Personality Disorders
- Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other)
- Recently hospitalized clients or those coming from In-patient mental health treatment
- Self Esteem
- Sexual Abuse
- Sexual Disorders (Sex Therapy and Addictions)
- Sleep Disorders
- Suicidal Ideation and Self Harming Behaviors
- Trauma and PTSD
Insurance
- CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
- Cigna/Evernorth
- United Healthcare
Office Locations
- Silver Spring Condo Office
- Silver Spring, MD
More Information
Age Groups: Adolescents 12-17, Adults 18+, Geriatric Adults 65+
Demographics: Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Female, LGBTQ+, Male, Military/Veterans
Languages: English, Spanish
Treatment Orientation: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Adlerian Therapy, Attachment Therapy, Client Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eclectic, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Humanistic, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Strengths-Based Therapy, Trauma-Focused
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