Dr. Tracye Herndon

Compassionate, experienced counselor focused on practical change

LPC District of Columbia

Experience: 30 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages: English

About Tracye

Dr. Tracye Herndon brings three decades of clinical experience to her practice in the District of Columbia, offering care for people coping with stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, grief, relationship and intimacy concerns, and many other life challenges.

Background and approach

She approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and adapts conversation and treatment plans to the individual needs and goals of the client. Dr.

Herndon emphasizes the importance of a good therapeutic match and encourages anyone taking the first step toward help to be proud of that decision. Her style blends person-centered listening with an eclectic mix of evidence-informed techniques, including cognitive behavioral ideas, motivational interviewing, psychodynamic reflection, solution-focused strategies, and Imago relationship work when appropriate.

Clients can expect collaborative planning that draws from prior therapy experiences and practical tools for coping, communication, and resilience. She holds an LPC (licensed professional counselor) credential and works to create an integrated, goal-oriented process that suits each person's situation and values.

Practical therapeutic approaches for online sessions

Dr. Herndon commonly uses cognitive behavioral ideas and client-centered methods in online work. Cognitive behavioral techniques focus on identifying and shifting unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms like anxiety or depression and to build concrete coping skills. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathic listening and collaboration, creating space for clients to explore values, identity, and personal goals while the therapist follows the client's lead.

Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative part of the process. The therapist will work with each person to assess needs, try different strategies, and adjust methods based on what helps the client meet their goals and preferences rather than prescribing a single path from the start.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which provide flexibility for scheduling and allow therapy to fit into varied routines. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, try different session rhythms, and access support from the District of Columbia regardless of day-to-day constraints.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?

Dr. Herndon works with a broad range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, self-esteem and career challenges among others.

What is the therapeutic approach and style like?

Her approach is person-centered and collaborative, combining listening with practical techniques from cognitive behavioral ideas, motivational interviewing, psychodynamic work, solution-focused practices, and Imago relationship methods as appropriate.

How much clinical experience does the therapist have?

She brings 30 years of professional experience in counseling and related areas, drawing on that background to tailor treatment and develop practical skill-building plans.

What credentials and location are relevant?

The therapist holds an LPC credential with licence details DC LPC PRC95 and practices in the District of Columbia.

Are sessions offered in other languages or to international clients?

Sessions are offered in English and the therapist is not accepting international clients at this time.

Which session formats are available for online work?

Clients can access services via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on their needs and preferences.

How does cost and billing work for sessions?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the steps to begin working together?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first appointment according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuseParenting issuesDepression

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue ADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Imago Relationship TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

30+ years

Licensed

District of Columbia

Languages

English