Brooke Bralove Psychotherapy

Brooke Bralove Psychotherapy Psychotherapist, Master Accelerated Resolution Therapy Practitioner, AASECT Certified S*x Therapist I am the proud mother of two wonderful daughters.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Maryland with over 20 years of clinical experience. Born and raised in the DC area, I attended Sidwell Friends School for 14 years before receiving my B.A. in Afro-American Studies from the University of Pennsylvania in 1996. After working in the nonprofit sector for three years, I graduated from Columbia University’s School of Social Work in 2001. I worke

d at House of Ruth in Washington, DC for two years, providing individual and group counseling to victims of domestic violence. In 2004, I completed a two-year advanced clinical training program in psychodynamic psychotherapy at the Washington School of Psychiatry. In 2013 I became a Certified Daring Way™ Facilitator, based on the research of Dr. Brené Brown. In 2014 I earned a certificate at the National Group Psychotherapy Institute. In addition, I have recently become an AASECT Certified S*x Therapist. I have been working with individuals, couples, and groups in private practice in Bethesda since 2004.

Tired of telling the same story in therapy over and over without feeling real relief? 😩 You’re not alone. So many of my ...
07/26/2025

Tired of telling the same story in therapy over and over without feeling real relief? 😩 You’re not alone. So many of my clients come to me emotionally drained from retelling trauma that talk therapy never helped them fully process.

That’s where Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) can be a game changer.

✔️ No need to relive the pain.
✔️ No need to explain every detail.
✔️ Real relief in just a few sessions.

If you’re ready to try something different, I’d love to tell you more. ✨ Tap the link in bio to learn how ART can help you heal faster and feel better.

If you're still thinking about it, your body probably still feels it.Trauma isn't defined by how others see the event, i...
07/22/2025

If you're still thinking about it, your body probably still feels it.

Trauma isn't defined by how others see the event, it's about how it impacted you. If you're minimizing your pain ("it wasn't that bad" or "others have it worse"), remember: healing starts when we stop dismissing our own experiences.

Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) helps you move forward without reliving the past, and relief often comes in just a few sessions. 💜 If you're exhausted by coping and ready to truly feel better, ART might be the path you've been looking for.

Send me a DM or visit the link in my bio to learn more. You're not alone in this.

Met up with the incredible Brynn Rangel  in Bethesda, Maryland this weekend for a powerful strategy session! 💡✨We’re tea...
07/20/2025

Met up with the incredible Brynn Rangel in Bethesda, Maryland this weekend for a powerful strategy session! 💡✨

We’re teaming up to explore new ways to expand access to Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)—because the world needs more healing, and ART delivers just that.

Whether it’s trauma, anxiety, or grief, this technique continues to blow us away with its rapid, lasting results. We’re on a mission to bring this transformative work to more people, more places, and more hearts. 💛.

Desire starts in the mind and so does healing. 💜 If you're dealing with low libido, tension during intimacy, or emotiona...
07/17/2025

Desire starts in the mind and so does healing. 💜 If you're dealing with low libido, tension during intimacy, or emotional disconnection, you're not alone. Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) can help you move forward without having to relive the pain.

Most clients feel real relief in just 1–5 sessions and stay in control the entire time.

What helps you feel most connected to yourself or a partner?
Let’s open the conversation by sharing in the comments below. 👇 And if you’re ready to explore how ART can help, learn more at the link in bio.

Ever feel like what used to turn you on suddenly. . . doesn’t?You’re not broken. You’re evolving. 🌱Desire isn’t a fixed ...
07/15/2025

Ever feel like what used to turn you on suddenly. . . doesn’t?
You’re not broken. You’re evolving. 🌱

Desire isn’t a fixed formula. It’s a reflection of your body, your mind, your life. What worked yesterday might shift tomorrow. And that’s not a red flag. It’s completely normal.

Let’s stop chasing “what should work” and start tuning in to what actually does, right now.

Does this resonate with you? 👇 Share in the comments below and learn more about how therapy can help at the link in bio.

Why does ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy) work so fast?Because it goes beyond talk—tapping into your brain’s natural...
07/11/2025

Why does ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy) work so fast?

Because it goes beyond talk—tapping into your brain’s natural healing process, rewiring distressing memories, and targeting the body’s physical responses. Most clients feel real relief in just 1–5 sessions.

💬 Curious? Let’s talk. Drop a 💜 or DM @‌brookebralovepsychotherapy to learn more or schedule a consult with one of our team.

Think ART sounds too good to be true? You’re not alone, and we’re here to clear that up. 💜From “It’s too fast to work” t...
07/08/2025

Think ART sounds too good to be true? You’re not alone, and we’re here to clear that up. 💜

From “It’s too fast to work” to “It only helps with trauma,” we’re breaking down the real story behind Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART). If you’ve tried talk therapy for years without the relief you hoped for, this might be the approach that changes everything.

💬 Save this post and share it with a friend who needs to know.

Curious if ART could work for you? DM me or tap the link in bio to schedule your first session with me, Nina, or Brynn. Let's get you feeling better fast.

I’m honored by this kind testimonial. 💜 I know therapy isn’t always easy, but my goal is to create a space where clients...
07/05/2025

I’m honored by this kind testimonial. 💜 I know therapy isn’t always easy, but my goal is to create a space where clients feel safe enough to hear the hard truths and supported enough to create real change.

I bring my full self to this work: intellect, intuition, compassion, and curiosity. If you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels and start healing, I’d love to work with you.

📩 DM me or click the link in bio to schedule a session.

You just finished an ART session. . . now what? 🤔Unlike traditional talk therapy, the healing doesn’t stop when you leav...
07/01/2025

You just finished an ART session. . . now what? 🤔

Unlike traditional talk therapy, the healing doesn’t stop when you leave the office. In fact, many clients say they feel calmer, lighter, and more grounded in the days that follow.

✨ Your brain keeps working.
✨ You don’t need to rehash it.
✨ You start to feel the shift.

This is the power of Accelerated Resolution Therapy—relief without feeling overwhelmed.

💬 Curious if ART could help you? 📩 DM me or visit the link in bio to schedule your first session. Let’s get you unstuck.

Wondering what actually happens in an ART session? ART is backed by neuroscience, but many clients describe it as life-c...
06/25/2025

Wondering what actually happens in an ART session? ART is backed by neuroscience, but many clients describe it as life-changing. In just 1–5 sessions, people go from feeling triggered and stuck to calm, clear, and free.

👉 Swipe through to see exactly what a session looks like and how this powerful therapy helps your brain finally let go.

✨ Ready to stop reliving the past and move forward? DM me or hit the link in bio to learn more or book.

Think something’s wrong because you’re not always “in the mood”? Let’s bust that myth right now! You’re not broken, you’...
06/23/2025

Think something’s wrong because you’re not always “in the mood”? Let’s bust that myth right now! You’re not broken, you’re just human.

It’s called responsive desire, and it means arousal often shows up after things get going. Totally normal, especially for women.

Have you ever felt this and thought it meant something was wrong? You’re not alone. Drop a 💜 if this resonates.

Does flying fill you with dread? ✈️😰 You’re not alone, and you don’t have to stay stuck in fear.Accelerated Resolution T...
06/21/2025

Does flying fill you with dread? ✈️😰 You’re not alone, and you don’t have to stay stuck in fear.

Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) gently helps your brain reprocess the root of that fear, without having to relive it. The result? Less panic, fewer physical symptoms, and more calm—sometimes in just one session.

👉 Swipe to learn how ART can help you feel at ease before your next flight.

Ready to fly without fear? Link in bio to book a consult. ✨ Know someone who needs this? Send it their way.

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