Meet Amy Vokes
I approach couples counseling through an Emotionally Focused Therapy lens, which helps me identify relationship patterns and create opportunities for deeper connection. I believe many challenges in committed relationships stem from a lack of trust or attunement to one another’s emotional needs, and I work closely with couples to rebuild these foundations. My style is collaborative, warm, and engaging. I bring my authentic self to sessions and encourage couples to do the same. In our first session, I take time to understand your story and the strengths that keep you connected because those positive foundations are key to lasting change. With a strengths-based and motivational approach, I help couples recognize and interrupt problematic patterns, better understand each other’s vulnerabilities, and learn how to provide warmth and support even in the midst of conflict. My goal is for therapy to feel safe, supportive, and constructive, while also inviting the important conversations that may be difficult to have elsewhere. With over two years of therapy experience and a decade as a licensed social worker, I bring both professional expertise and a deep respect for each couple’s unique journey. Together, we can build healthier patterns, stronger communication, and a renewed sense of connection.
Specialties
Marital & Premarital
Relationship Issues
Conflict Resolution
Intimacy
Communication
Sexless/Withdrawn
Affair & Infidelity Recovery
Family Systems & Life Changes
Education & Experience
- The Catholic University of America, Washington, DC 2012-2014
- National Catholic School of Social Service: Master of Social Work, 2014
- St. Mary’s University, San Antonio, TX 2002-2006
- Bachelor of Arts: International Relations, 2006
Trainings, Certifications, and Continuing Education
- The Developmental Model of Couples Therapy: Differentiation, Attachment, and Brain Science (Year Long Intensive, Couples Institute)
- Providing Compassionate Care for Pregnant and Parenting Patients with Substance Use Disorder
- DC Regional Academy on Family Violence
- Working Ethically with Trans Youth
- Working with Clients at the Intersection of Queer and Arab/Palestinian Identity
- Running Groups in Private Practice
- Enhancing Clinical Practice through Compassion
- Managing Secondary Traumatic Stress
- Psychological Safety
- Core Beliefs and Self Care
- Mindfulness and the Mental Health Practitioner
Fee range: $200 – $245
Out-of-network insurance reimbursable? Yes
Payment accepted Cash, Check, Amex, Discover, MC, Visa, Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
We work hard to make quality therapy affordable. click here to learn more about our fees and reimbursement.
