OTR Wellness

OTR is a nonprofit providing trauma informed counseling & First Responder Support Services. OTR accepts BCBS AETNA, Cigna, Tricare, Magellan, and Amerihealth.

We are a woman owned private practice that opened our doors in 2008 specializing in trauma related issues providing mental health counseling, consultation, training, and supervision. Our staff have varied backgrounds and all have trauma treatment backgrounds (PTSD) and experience including first responders, military, general life stress, relationships (including domestic violence), LGBTQ+ issues, grief, anxieties, and depression. We have an integrative approach, as not every client responds well to the same techniques. Our team also provides services such as wellness checks, therapy, and debrief groups for federal and local law enforcement/public safety/first responders of any type, humanitarian aid/disaster workers, frontline healthcare workers, journalists covering military or federal conflict areas or disasters, and military personnel and their families. OTR has been involved in projects, trainings and supportive services involving topics of trauma such as domestic violence, child abuse and neglect, as well as first responder mental health through our training of professionals as well as community and agency presentations. We maintain connections with EAPs and outside agencies as an option for mental health referral or support. (Located in DC and Old Town Alexandria, VA)

11/07/2025

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11/02/2025

Quick Review

10/30/2025

🎃Just a heads up! Bruce had a haircut… so he is not wearing his sweater. Instead he has chosen his Halloween costume for work and a stuffed chainsaw. Not the most therapeutic uniform but we will allow it given the circumstances.

10/28/2025

Lots of love goes out to our MWAA Family! 💙❤️

10/25/2025

Today was a meaningful day at OTR Wellness! Our team was honored to attend the MWAA PD Awards Ceremony, where our very own Dr. Sarah Farnaby was awarded the Chief's Recognition Award, the highest honor presented at this event. Dr. Farnaby's leadership and coordination of the clinical response alongside Peer Support Teams to the January 29th tragedy were instrumental in ensuring the first responders received the care and support they needed during an incredibly difficult time. We couldn't be prouder to work alongside such a dedicated leader and amazing Peer Support Team!
Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority Police Department
Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority Fire & Rescue Department

10/24/2025

The Boss on mental health

10/21/2025

Tiller and 's Peer Support and Wellness Division is hosting a 2-Day Boulder Crest Struggle Well training. This brings our officers and recruits together to learn how to navigate personal and professional struggles.

About Boulder Crest and Struggle Well
Boulder Crest is a nationally recognized nonprofit organization that supports military personnel, veterans, first responders, and their families. Their mission is to create a world where people can thrive in the aftermath of trauma. Learn more at: https://bouldercrest.org
Unlike traditional wellness programs, Struggle Well is a transformative approach designed to shift the culture of active-duty military and first responder communities. The training normalizes struggle and empowers participants to grow from it—becoming stronger individuals and more effective public servants.
Training Objectives & Topics
Participants will learn to convert personal and professional struggles into strength through six key areas:
Trust & Connection – Building deep, meaningful relationships.
Education – Understanding the effects of stress and the potential for growth through adversity.
Regulation – Practicing habits that support mental, physical, financial, and spiritual well-being.
Disclosure – Safely sharing personal experiences to enhance connection and trust.
Story – Crafting a forward-focused personal narrative.
Service – Creating a plan to serve your family, agency, and community with renewed purpose.

10/20/2025

Bruce hung out with his Fredericksburg Police Department friends today and checked out the tough dog park a little. Thanks for letting him run the halls, Roll around with you, and give hugs to dispatch as well! See you next time!

10/10/2025

“A little bit of light dispels a lot of darkness”.

10/09/2025

💜October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The Personal Bill of Rights was utilized in work Sarah and Jennifer did with women surviving and learning to thrive after domestic violence in the DC area almost 20 years ago. Often women would read each one out loud in a group and it always had a powerful impact. Pick one for your self and say it out loud. 💜

10/07/2025

10/03/2025

Address

1801 Columbia Road NW Suite 102
Washington D.C., DC
20009

Telephone

+12025063240

Website

http://www.overtherainbowllc.com/

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