Laura, "Lou," Sanfillipo is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker offering individual and couples therapy. Lou has been a Master's level clinician since 2009 and is licensed to provide services across DC, Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania.
Lou personally is a member of multiple alternative lifestyles, which gives lived experience to thoughtfully approach Gender Sexuality and Relationship Diverse folx. While she does not believe that membership in these communities is required to provide quality support, she appreciates that it is a preference for some individuals that their therapist share membership in those communities.
In joining her clients on their therapy journey, Lou thinks of herself as a fresh set of eyes and an available set of tools with instructions. You have been with you for literally your whole life. Moving forward in models or plans that aren’t a good fit- that doesn’t serve anyone. Lou keeps clients active throughout treatment planning to be sure that we find an approach that works for each individual. Her educational and partnership approach keeps clients up to speed and in the driver’s seat as they evolve and as needs change. Therapy isn’t something done to someone. It is done by the self with the support of a knowledgeable and attuned professional.