The Viva Center

The Viva Center You have the power to heal. We're here to help. Imagine a life where you transcend struggles. Your journey to well-being is unique.

Break free from emotional burdens by exploring cutting-edge psychotherapy avenues to resilience and well-being. Discover powerful trauma-informed “non-talk” therapeutic approaches that empower you to heal and thrive, leaving behind the baggage of the past and embracing a brighter future. Viva Clinicians are trained in a comprehensive range of therapeutic approaches. This allows you to experience a personalized treatment plan that combines various therapies, such as EMDR, Brainspotting, CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and more, custom-tailored to your needs. Viva offers Telehealth, In-person & Hybrid therapy options in DC, Maryland and Virginia.

12/20/2025

What feels automatic today often started as a way to stay safe.

Your nervous system learned quickly, quietly, and intelligently.

You’re not “stuck”, you’re running patterns that once protected you.

With the right tools and techniques, those patterns can start to soften and shift.

12/16/2025

While the holiday season is a time of joy and celebration, it can come with its own set of challenges for many.

If you find yourself anticipating or experiencing difficulty this season, Sonja gives us some practical tips on how to navigate tough situations and help make them more manageable.

Need extra support this season? Head to our website to find out how we can help you.

Your body holds the imprint of past experiences; stress, overwhelm, moments you had to push through.But it also holds th...
12/11/2025

Your body holds the imprint of past experiences; stress, overwhelm, moments you had to push through.

But it also holds the capacity to learn, adapt, and create new patterns.

Healing isn’t about erasing the past.

It’s about helping your nervous system discover what’s possible now.

Ever reacted before you could explain why?That’s implicit memory, your body replaying old patterns, not a sign that some...
12/09/2025

Ever reacted before you could explain why?

That’s implicit memory, your body replaying old patterns, not a sign that something is “wrong” with you.

When you understand how your nervous system stores these experiences, your reactions start to make more sense, and feel easier to work with.

We are looking to add a therapist to our team! Our ideal candidate has a background in brain, body-based, and somatic th...
12/05/2025

We are looking to add a therapist to our team!

Our ideal candidate has a background in brain, body-based, and somatic therapies and enjoys a hybrid work environment. DC, Virginia and Maryland licensure preferred.

Competitive salaries for full and part time employees, based on licensure level and years in practice.

To apply, please send your resume along with a cover letter to our client specialist Mary Grace Comber (marygrace@vivapartnership.com)

Anxiety can feel automatic, like your body is reacting before your mind even knows what’s happening.That’s because many ...
12/04/2025

Anxiety can feel automatic, like your body is reacting before your mind even knows what’s happening.

That’s because many of these reactions come from old patterns stored in your nervous system, also called implicit memories. They’re not your fault, they’re just your brain trying to keep you safe.

By noticing these signals and understanding how your brain stores patterns, you can begin to respond differently, and gradually feel more in control.

Your body isn’t the enemy. It’s your guide.

✨ Swipe through to see how anxiety shows up, why it feels automatic, and how you can start shifting old patterns.

Sometimes we feel stuck or overwhelmed, but it’s not a sign that something is wrong with you. It’s your nervous system r...
12/03/2025

Sometimes we feel stuck or overwhelmed, but it’s not a sign that something is wrong with you.

It’s your nervous system running old patterns that no longer serve you.

Noticing them is the first step to creating new ways of responding, and more ease in your life.

11/28/2025

A look back at 15 years of holding space for healing.

Clinicians, clients, community partners, you made Viva what it is today.

Grateful for the past, grounded in the present, and excited for what’s ahead. ✨

11/26/2025

Faith and Brenda Ferber dive into what suicidality actually looks like, and what truly helps.

We talk about asking the hard questions, supporting without fixing, seeing the pain beneath “perfect” exteriors, and how validation can be lifesaving.

If you or someone you love has ever struggled in the dark, this conversation is for you.

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1633 Q Street NW Suite 200
Washington D.C., DC
20009

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 9pm
Tuesday 7am - 9pm
Wednesday 7am - 9pm
Thursday 7am - 9pm
Friday 7am - 9pm
Saturday 10am - 2pm
Sunday 9pm - 12pm

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+12022651000

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The Viva Center is a mental health organization focused on healing and living optimally, conveniently located in Dupont Circle.

We are an empowerment-based group of trauma-informed therapists who work to promote holistic health in our clients and in our community. Our services include both traditional talk therapies (psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, etc), and cutting-edge brain-based therapies like EMDR, Neurofeedback, and Brainspotting. Other services include expressive arts therapy, trauma-informed yoga, and mindfulness.