Telehealth · Northern Virginia & Statewide

Perinatal & Trauma Therapist
in Northern Virginia

Postpartum · Pregnancy anxiety · Birth trauma · EMDR · OCD

Specialized telehealth therapy for new and expecting moms across Fairfax, Arlington, McLean, Reston, Alexandria, and all of Virginia, from wherever you are.

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PMH-C Certified
Licensed in Virginia
EMDR Trained
English & Spanish
Geraldine Kuphal, LMFT, PMH-C
✓ Accepting new Virginia clients

"You don't have to keep managing this alone. Specialized support exists, and it can make a real difference."

Geraldine Kuphal, LMFT, PMH-C
Who I help

You're in the right place if you're struggling with…

Maybe nothing has felt quite right since your baby was born. Maybe the anxiety started during pregnancy and just never stopped. Maybe you're carrying a birth experience that still replays when you least expect it, and you haven't told anyone how bad it really got.

Whatever brought you here: this is treatable. And you deserve care that actually specializes in this, not a generalist who "also does" postpartum.

Licensed in Virginia PMH-C Certified EMDR Trained PSI Trusted Provider 15+ Years Experience
Postpartum Depression
The heaviness, the rage, the disconnection, the constant tears. PMH-C certified care for the full range of postpartum mood disorders.
Pregnancy Anxiety
The worry that won't stop, fear that something will go wrong, anxiety about the birth, OCD during pregnancy. You're not being dramatic.
Birth Trauma
A birth that felt frightening, chaotic, or nothing like you planned, with the memories that won't stop replaying. EMDR is one of the most effective treatments.
Perinatal OCD & Intrusive Thoughts
Unwanted, distressing thoughts about your baby, your safety, or harm, that you can't seem to switch off. OCD is treatable. You are not your thoughts.
Anxiety, Panic & Phobias
Generalized anxiety, panic attacks, specific phobias, health anxiety. The constant scanning for danger, the racing thoughts, the moments when your body acts like it's in crisis. CBT and EMDR work at the root.
Perinatal Losses & Grief
Miscarriage, pregnancy loss, stillbirth, infant loss, infertility. Grief that often doesn't get the acknowledgment it deserves. You don't have to walk through this alone.
Terapia en Español
Terapia perinatal para mamás Latinas en Virginia, en tu idioma, desde tu cultura. Herndon, Centreville, Woodbridge y todo el estado.
Burnout & Chronic Stress
The constant depletion of high-achieving life in Northern Virginia: career pressure, relationship strain, the sense that you're running on empty.
Virginia services

Specialized therapy, built for where you are

Each service page goes deep on what that specific kind of therapy looks like for Virginia clients: the Northern Virginia experience, local resources, insurance, and what to expect from our work together.

I don't just cover these topics. This is what I specialize in. The PMH-C credential, the EMDR training, the 15 years of clinical experience; they all add up to care that goes further than what a generalist can offer.

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Insurance accepted via Headway

Aetna CareFirst BCBS Kaiser Permanente Quest Behavioral Health Carelon Behavioral Health

Out-of-network superbills available. Contact me to verify your plan before booking.

Postpartum & Perinatal Therapy
PMH-C certified care for postpartum depression, anxiety, rage, and the full perinatal period. Northern Virginia, serving Inova families and military moms.
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Pregnancy Anxiety Therapy
Specialized therapy for anxiety during pregnancy, rooted in your actual life, not a checklist. Prenatal anxiety, pregnancy OCD, fear of birth, health anxiety.
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Birth Trauma & EMDR
Processing difficult birth experiences through EMDR. Especially supportive for military families and high-achieving households in the NoVA area navigating trauma alongside the demands of life here.
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Anxiety, OCD & Panic
Evidence-based CBT and EMDR for anxiety, OCD, and panic disorder. For Virginia moms who are tired of just coping, and ready to actually feel better.
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Terapia en Español · Spanish-Speaking Therapy
Terapia perinatal especializada para mamás Latinas en Virginia. Posparto, ansiedad, trauma, estrés inmigratorio, en tu idioma y desde tu cultura.
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Therapy that comes to you.

No commute. No childcare. No rushing.

All sessions are conducted via secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth, from wherever you are in Virginia. During nap time, between feeds, from your car, or after everyone is finally down for the night.

No traffic on 66 No childcare needed Flexible scheduling Secure & private Anywhere in Virginia

Serving Fairfax · Arlington · McLean · Reston · Alexandria · Herndon · Centreville · Woodbridge · Manassas · Falls Church · Tysons · Ashburn · Sterling · Chantilly · Richmond · Virginia Beach · and all of Virginia

The Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia softened by morning haze
Geraldine Kuphal, LMFT, PMH-C
About Geraldine

A therapist who specializes in this, not just covers it

I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 15 years of experience in mental health. In recent years, I've added two specialized trainings to deepen my work with the moms and trauma survivors I serve: PMH-C (Certified Perinatal Mental Health Specialist through Postpartum Support International) and EMDR-trained therapist for trauma work across all life stages.

I'm bilingual in English and Spanish, and I understand the particular pressures of life in Northern Virginia: the high-achieving culture, the diverse community, and for many clients, navigating motherhood far from family and familiar support systems.

LMFTLicensed in Virginia
PMH-CPerinatal Specialist
EMDRTrained Therapist
PSITrusted Provider
15+Years Experience
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PSI Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional (PMH-C)
Specialized training

Certified by Postpartum Support International

PMH-C is the leading certification in perinatal mental health, earned through specialized training in postpartum depression, pregnancy anxiety, perinatal OCD, and birth trauma. PSI is the international body that sets the standard for evidence-based perinatal mental health care.

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What other professionals, colleagues & acquaintances say
★★★★★

"If you're looking for a perinatal specialist or trauma therapist in Fairfax, VA, Geraldine is a standout provider! She supports individuals experiencing postpartum depression and also offers services as a Spanish speaking therapist, helping ensure more people can access high-quality care. If you're looking for a great therapist, you've found one!"

— Verified review
★★★★★

"I love collaborating with Geraldine. She is an amazing Mental Health Therapist helping families reach their full potential. With many years of experience serving the Hispanic community in the USA, she brings a wealth of knowledge, expertise and support for women and men in the perinatal period. She is kind, warm, professional and speaks Spanish and English fluently."

— G.C.C.
★★★★★

"Geraldine es una psicóloga excepcional. Tiene muchísimos años de experiencia trabajando con madres, embarazadas y también trabajó mucho con niños, lo que le da una mirada muy amplia y humana. Es hiper profesional, atenta y dedicada, siempre se toma el tiempo de escuchar y acompañar de verdad. Su compromiso y calidez hacen que uno se sienta contenido y comprendido."

— M.I.
★★★★★

"I would like to recommend therapist Geraldine Kuphal. She is an outstanding professional who supports parents, couples, and children through difficult times, always offering guidance with deep listening and genuine care. Her center in Virginia has helped countless people. I am forever grateful."

— D.A.
★★★★★

"I highly recommend Geraldine for postpartum anxiety and depression struggles. She is so passionate about her work with new moms and families and is equipped at helping them manage any struggle they are experiencing. She is warm, caring and effective!"

— N.E.F.
★★★★★

"Geraldine is a thoughtful and grounded therapist who creates a safe space for mothers to feel seen, heard, and validated. She normalizes the hard parts of motherhood and helps clients navigate anxiety and postpartum challenges. I highly recommend her!"

— O.L.
Terapia en Español

Un espacio donde no tienes que traducir tus emociones

Ofrezco terapia en Español para mamás Latinas en Virginia, especializándome en salud mental perinatal, ansiedad, trauma y las transiciones de la maternidad.

Entiendo la experiencia de ser mujer, madre e inmigrante en Estados Unidos. Aquí puedes hablar con libertad, sentirte comprendida, y sanar desde tu idioma y tu identidad.

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Virginia scheduling

Morning sessions available: 6am through 4pm

Virginia sessions run 6am through 4pm, including early morning slots for before-work clients and lunch hour appointments.

6–8am
Before work
While the house is still quiet
Lunch
Midday reset
Step away, come back grounded
Get started

Ready to feel like yourself again?

A free 15-minute phone consultation is the first step. We'll talk about what you're going through and whether we're a good fit, no pressure, no commitment.

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Not ready to book? Have a question first?

geraldine@kuphalMFT.com

Email me anytime; I usually reply within one business day.

Accepting new clients · Telehealth across Virginia · Insurance accepted via Headway