Aislinn Moss, PsyD (she/her/hers)
About Me
Where I work: I am a licensed psychologist who sees clients in-person in Old Town, Alexandria and virtually in most states*.
*all states except for California, Guam, New, Mexico, Oregon, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Hawaii, Iowa, Massachusetts, New York, and Louisiana.
Training: I received my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the George Washington University and completed my doctoral internship at Saint Elizabeths Hospital in Washington, D.C. and my Postdoctoral fellowship at Old Town Psychology. I have more than 7 years of clinical experience.
How I work: I work from a relational lens and focus on building a genuine, supportive, culturally-mindful, trauma-informed, and accepting therapy relationship. I work collaboratively in setting goals, solving problems, and uncovering the factors that drive your distressing feelings, thoughts, and behaviors.
In sessions, I will help you explore how your personal history and experiences have shaped you. I understand the significance of how identities and cultural experiences impact how we each understand and navigate the world, and offer affirming and open space for observation and conversation.
I consider clients the expert on their own experiences and needs, and work collaboratively to structure sessions and identify goals together. Each session is tailored to meet clients where they are, while providing them with the support, skills, and insight necessary to help them find relief or change.
How I work as a couples psychologist: I am a trained couples therapist and am passionate about supporting couples as they explore the many challenges and fulfilling moments of building and navigating a life together. I utilize the Gottman Method as well as a relational lens to help couples learn skills that help them bond as well as understand their needs and patterns in the relationship.
My specialties include sex and intimacy, phase of life transitions, healthy communication, healthy conflict, and healing from infidelity and trauma within the relationship.
My Philosophy
Therapy should be personal. As your therapist, my job is to understand you, your experiences, your values, and goals. One-size does not fit all when it comes to people’s lives. I work to join your experience of the world so that I can support you in your journey.
Therapy should be thoughtful. I prioritize a smaller caseload so that I can spend time outside of sessions thinking about how to support you in reaching your goals.
Therapy should be accepting. I am a member of the LGBTQ community and provide a safe space to explore all aspects of identity, sexual and gender and others. I work to understand your unique experiences through compassionate curiosity.
Therapy should be on your terms. I provide trauma-informed therapy that always meets you where you are at. I work flexibly to attend to the goals you set as well as the life that continues to happen as you work towards those goals.