compassionate therapy for your family building journey
HLP Therapy & Support offers warm and practical counseling with expertise in pregnancy loss, miscarriage, infertility, pregnancy, postpartum, grief, and anxiety.
Whether you are trying to conceive, coping with grief and loss, undergoing fertility treatment, navigating perinatal mood and anxiety changes, or simply trying to stay afloat with life's current stressors, you deserve high-quality care and personalized support.
THIS IS HARDER THAN YOU THOUGHT IT’D BE
You need space to process
You’re realizing you need room to process all this. You need an opportunity to release some of the build up - the pressure, the anxiety, the sadness. Maybe you just want a chance to slow down and reflect…to find some clarity or learn something new. And you deserve it. You do so much for others, but you need a space for you.
You need support facing this
Your old coping mechanisms aren’t cutting it. You feel like you’re drowning under the weight of this experience, even on the days you’re managing to function normally. It’s starting to feel like too much to handle alone.
You need someone who understands
There are well-intentioned people in your life saying all the wrong things…and you think you might lose it if one more person gives you unsolicited advice. You need someone with experience and empathy. You need someone you can trust to respond with compassion, not judgment.
THAT’S WHERE I COME IN
My name is Haley and I’ll be your soft place to land.
I’m a perinatal mental health expert with a specialized focus on loss, infertility, and anxiety.
I help brilliant, caring, driven adults learn to navigate their family building era with calm confidence.
Trauma-Informed Therapy in DC and Virginia
Trying to conceive
Infertility & secondary infertility
Egg-freezing
Fertility treatments
Pregnancy loss
Termination for medical reasons
Surrogacy & donation
Adoption
On the Way to Baby
Perinatal anxiety
Pregnancy after loss
High-risk pregnancies
Boundary-setting
Symptom management
Preparing for birth, postpartum, and parenthood
Enlisting support
Pregnancy
Mood and anxiety changes
Stress management
Role & identity changes
Birth trauma & recovery
Relationship management
Postpartum
Life transitions
People-pleasing
Perfectionism
Overwhelm & burnout
Mental health maintenance
Stress and Anxiety
Online & In Person Therapy Options
Online
No traffic or parking needed, just some privacy and a decent enough internet connection. Call in as you are! Whatever makes it easiest for you to show up is fine with me and at this point I’ve seen it all. So feed yourself, feed your baby, dress up or dress down. You can call into session between meetings or at the end of a long day. We’ll make every minute count.
In Person
I currently see clients in person at least once weekly, using my Washington, D.C. office in DuPont Circle. Whether you prefer to attend therapy in person, just want a change of scenery, or need an excuse to get away, I’ll be happy to have you. It’s calm, quiet, and close to plenty of cafes for a post-therapy treat. Learn more about my office here.
Support for Everyone
I named my practice HLP Therapy & Support because while everyone needs support, not everyone is ready for therapy. Both are important. I want to make sure to connect my community with forms of support that are easy to access, wherever you are and whatever you need.
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This blog is one way I can help and encourage a wider audience. Visit the support tab or click here to see recent blog posts.
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I care so deeply about connecting my clients with trustworthy, supportive, trauma-informed resources. I spent some time putting these resource guides together, and I am always updating my network of providers and resources. Click here to check them out!
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You can find me on Facebook and Instagram if you’re interested in a little peek behind the curtain. My goal on social media is to help offer a little bit of calm amidst the chaos. Remember, social media is not a substitute for mental health care! Please click here to view my full social media disclaimer.
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I’m so excited to build out group and event offerings in the months to come. Stay tuned for updates!
The Quality Care You Deserve
“Haley is a warm and skilled therapist who creates a safe, inviting space for growth. She tailors her approach to meet each client's unique needs, specializing in grief, perinatal mental health, chronic illness, and caregiver support.”
— Referral Source“Haley is a compassionate provider who brings years of experience in helping her clients navigate complex problems. She integrates evidence-based practices (e.g., CBT) to help her clients achieve their goals.”
— Fellow Therapist“Haley is a natural helper with a warm and caring approach. She's one of the best therapists in the area and a great choice for anyone seeking professional guidance that feels personable.”
— Referral Source
starting therapy doesn’t have to feel scary
it can feel like the first bit of light at the end of the tunnel