Quarterlife Center - Counseling for Young Adults

Meet Patricia Anderson, LPC ! Patti brings a unique style and extensive experience to working with quarterlifers. This is the time to consciously take the opportunity presented to explore who you are now and navigate your way to who you want to be and what you want your life to look like. Patti can help guide you through this time with her collaborative style and expertise in using mind and body modalities, in addition to cognitive behavioral therapy, to enhance your insight and ability to create the life you want. Her own quarterlife crisis led her to this work and propelled her to take risks in career and relationships. The struggles and stress of this time in her life was the driver to promote change and growth. Education MA in Educational Psychology, University of Texas, Austin Advanced Training Center for Mind Body Medicine PACT Institute Licenses Licensed Professional Counselor Washington, D.C., LPC Languages English Personally Spe...

Grieving the loss of a loved one is never easy. And it’s particularly hard for quarterlifers (young adults in their twenties and thirties) for various reasons. Some of the ways quarterlife young adults can survive the painful feelings of grief is to learn about others’ experiences with loss by reading books, articles, blogs, listening to podcasts, and participating in  support group s . Location:  5530 Wisconsin Avenue, Chevy Chase, MD 20815 Time/Date:  TBD by availability of participants Cost:  $400 for 6 sessions. Get connected with resources for  grief support that are tailored particularly for young adults . The Wendt Center for Loss and Healing is a great resource in Washington, D.C. and the Greater Washington region. If you are interested in learning more about the group,  please contact .

Meet Molly Milgrom, LICSW ! Molly is a licensed clinical social worker in Washington, D.C., where she works with quarterlifers and other adults. Her specialties are college and graduate students, young professionals, career-changers, expatriates, and adult third culture kids. She values collaborative relationships with her clients in which they leverage each client’s unique strengths and life experiences to help create a more satisfying and fulfilling life. Having made a significant change in her own career to become a therapist, Molly understands firsthand what it is like to explore various career options. She has spent significant time studying and living abroad, and these experiences have enhanced her work with international clients. Education MSW, Catholic University of America BA, Whitman College Advanced Training The Washington School of Psychiatry Licenses Licensed Clinical Social Worker Washington, D.C., LICSW Virginia, LCSW Languages S...

Dr. Christine Greer O’Connor, PhD — Founder of the Quarterlife Center speaking about the Quarterlife Crisis.  Learn more —   www.quarterlifecenter.com

Grieving the loss of a loved one is never easy. And it’s particularly hard for quarterlifers (young adults in their twenties and thirties) for various reasons. Some of the ways quarterlife young adults can survive the painful feelings of grief is to learn about others’ experiences with loss by reading books, articles, blogs, listening to podcasts, and participating in  support group s . Location:  5530 Wisconsin Avenue, Chevy Chase, MD 20815 Time/Date:  TBD by availability of participants Cost:  $400 for 6 sessions. Get connected with resources for  grief support that are tailored particularly for young adults . The Wendt Center for Loss and Healing is a great resource in Washington, D.C. and the Greater Washington region. If you are interested in learning more about the group,  please contact .

If you’re new to therapy, you probably have some questions about how it works. One of the  most common questions  we get at QLC is “what should I talk about in therapy?”  Here are 5 helpful ideas to get you started. 1. Talk about how you decided to begin therapy. Did something happen recently that led you to seek counseling? What have you been struggling with? Have you been thinking about doing this for a long time? Did a friend or family member encourage you to begin therapy?) 2. Share your feelings about beginning therapy. Are you excited, nervous, ambivalent, angry, distracted? How does your body feel? Are you thirsty, hungry, tense? 3. Share how you feel now that you’ve arrived to your counseling session. Were you stressed out trying to find the office? Did you arrive on time? Where you rushed? Is the appointment how you thought it would be? Are you feeling more nervous or less nervous now that you’re there? Are you physically comfortable in the office?...

Meet Christine Greer O’Connor, Ph.D., LICSW ! Christine, Founder and Director of the Quarterlife Center, is a licensed clinical social worker with extensive experience working with quarterlife clients. At age 24, she experienced her own quarterlife crisis. It motivated her to closely examine who she was and how she could create a fulfilling life for herself and be a positive influence on her loved ones and community. This journey inspired her to help others successfully navigate the changes, challenges, and exciting experiences of young adulthood. She enjoys helping quarterlifers thrive and live more intentionally as they make important choices about relationships, careers, and their place in the world. In addition to helping her clients, Christine enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, playing tennis, and taking a good power nap. Education PhD in Clinical Social Work, New York University MS in Social Work, Columbia University Spanish studies, Universitat d...

Life transitions that occur in your twenties and thirties can be exciting for couples, but they are also stressful. Building a life together is a wonderful thing, but it also can create significant tension and anxiety. As couples consider taking their relationships to the next level, whether it’s moving in together, planning for marriage or having a baby, they often experience increased conflict and miscommunication, decreased sexual intimacy, and even doubts about their compatibility. At QLC, we understand how these transitions affect couples, and we are here to help you work together as a couple to navigate these challenging times. These are some of the areas our couples counselors can help you with: Communication skills Empathy and understanding Effective conflict resolution Anger and resentment Decision-making as a couple Emotional connection Sexual intimacy Infidelity Trust Conflict about finances ______________________ About the Quarter...

Creating a successful romantic relationship requires focus, creativity, and flexibility. Quarterlife couples  often have additional stressors on their relationships typical of young adulthood, such as geographic moves, navigating a long-distance relationship, financial instability, career insecurity, and shifts in social life. With so many transitions, it is common for couples to lose sight of the fact that relationships require nurturing, Here are 3 ways you can improve your relationship. 1. Prioritize self-care. Taking care of yourself emotionally and physically is ultimately your own responsibility. If you find yourself frustrated with your partner for not attending to you and your relationship enough, first check in and make sure that YOU are taking care of yourself enough. When we aren’t adequately nurturing ourselves, we often look to our partner, to fill in those gaps that are ultimately our own responsibility. Before talking to your partner about what he/she is ...