https://www.rheemclark.com/home daily 1.0 2024-10-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e7a2096b54b2016faec46bc/1661198095325-4QG5O7CRBWCW1MCQZUMW/unsplash-image--8UEuVWA-Tk.jpg Home At RCA, we believe that secure bonds are essential to living your best life and that everyone can have healthy and fulfilling intimate connections. We are a specialized therapy practice focused entirely on bettering you and your relationships. With help from our relationship experts, we help you to restore a sense of well-being, create better communication, and build bonds that last. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e7a2096b54b2016faec46bc/1661198125686-CRO9RRY4U61FTIMNAAD0/unsplash-image-Qx-jCqiTezY.jpg Home Using the most effective and research-based therapy approach, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), we help couples, individuals, and families to reach their goals. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e7a2096b54b2016faec46bc/1661198373017-H85A0K62DGSF6DLMLBKI/unsplash-image-ETb_5ayeCik.jpg Home In relationships struggling with tension, conflict, and fear, EFT helps to reduce these qualities and find mutual validation, shared understanding, and heartfelt empathy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e7a2096b54b2016faec46bc/4a407638-c45c-4ead-a73e-c4d0ceb72b06/EFT.jpg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e7a2096b54b2016faec46bc/e1d2fe29-f283-423c-a496-1eb165948430/image-asset.jpeg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e7a2096b54b2016faec46bc/68e9d5c6-9ae3-4eb5-81bd-d6434513ef12/image-asset.jpeg https://www.rheemclark.com/about-eft daily 0.75 2022-09-07 https://www.rheemclark.com/our-team daily 0.75 2026-02-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e7a2096b54b2016faec46bc/55f9579f-83a2-4efe-a902-a635ad88d6dd/image+-+KDR.jpg Our Team - Kathryn Rheem, Ed.D., LMFT Kathryn is an EFT Trainer Emeritus, Certified Supervisor & Therapist. She has trained hundreds of mental health clinicians in EFT nationally and internationally. She has been a student of EFT since 2002, has been using this empirically-validated approach exclusively in private practice since 2005, and continues to study and learn the model daily. Kathryn has presented EFT regularly at many conferences in U.S. including the Psychotherapy Networker Symposium, AAMFT Annual Conference, state divisions of AAMFT, and EFT Summit and has taught EFT in Denmark, Sweden, Holland, and Germany. She works extensively with couples where one or both partners have endured trauma and has written and presented on the application of EFT with trauma numerous times. In addition to the application of EFT with trauma, Kathryn has a special passion for working with and teaching the Withdrawer Re-engagement process. For her doctoral dissertation, Kathryn completed the first analysis of Withdrawer Re-engagement, and she enjoys teaching clinicians how to come alongside and work with Withdrawers. Kathryn was voted a Top Couples Therapist in Washington, D.C. by the Washingtonian magazine in December 2012. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e7a2096b54b2016faec46bc/5b5f7298-c48f-49b2-bfe8-16f7e5d165d2/Krista+headshot.jpg Our Team - Krista Clark, LMFT As a Certified EFT Therapist and Supervisor, Krista works collaboratively with couples and individuals to create corrective emotional experiences and to strengthen bonds with the ones who matter most. She considers herself a life long learner of Emotionally Focused Therapy and is a strong believer in this model’s ability to transform even the most distressed relationships. By leaning on the science of attachment, Krista comes alongside clients as they learn to identify patterns in their relationship and how to turn toward their loved one in times of stress or uncertainty. Krista is passionate about helping couples fully experience the benefits of their love relationships and creates a safe space for couples to reach and share in new ways. In her sessions, Krista’s approach is compassionate, curious, and non-judgmental. Krista received her Master’s degree in Human Development from Virginia Tech and is licensed in Georgia and Virginia. She also has experience working with military couples and families. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e7a2096b54b2016faec46bc/4fb5b547-78f9-4411-a0a2-1fefd0b23b87/Wesley+Headshot.jpg Our Team - Wesley Little, LPC Wesley is a Certified EFT Therapist and Supervisor. She has worked with many different couples over the last 11 years, and has a particular passion in working with couples where one partner has ADHD or other form of neurodivergence. She combines EFT and understanding of neurodivergence to help couples understand what will work for them. She has a warm, calm, and clear presence in the counseling room. She welcomes couples of any gender and sexuality, and has advanced training in sex therapy with Martha Kauppi. She received her master’s degree in Licensed Professional Counseling from University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh, and believes strongly in continuing her training and learning throughout her career-span. She is from California, and has lived in Massachusetts, Wisconsin, North Carolina, and now lives in DC. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e7a2096b54b2016faec46bc/2d53813f-97ae-4281-ad03-f7d728a0ff70/CM+headshot.jpg Our Team - Caroline McKenna, LCSW Caroline creates a gentle and nonjudgmental holding space for clients to explore the places where they feel stuck in old patterns and/or long for deeper connection. She works with adults and couples navigating the complexities of attachment trauma, anxiety, depression, and relational distress. She is certified in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for individuals and couples, and is continually moved by the impact of EFT to help couples hear and understand themselves and each other, fostering vulnerability, connection, and meaningful transformation. Caroline is also trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), which she integrates into her work. She received her Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from the University of Chicago and is licensed in VA, DC, MD and NY. She also has extensive experience working with diplomatic and expatriate communities. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e7a2096b54b2016faec46bc/73811d3b-052a-431c-ae68-4e5681cdc218/Nicky2023-106.jpg Our Team - Nicky Verster, LMFT With her straightforward and compassionate approach, Nicky comes alongside clients as they strive for growth and insight. Using EFT, Nicky helps clients develop or enhance connection in their couple relationships. In session, Nicky’s clients will gain insight into negative patterns in their relationships and experience positive shifts in their interactions. The ultimate goal is the fostering of a secure bond between partners. Nicky Verster has a M.S. in Human Development/Marriage and Family Therapy from Virginia Tech. She has completed advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) which she continues to study and apply in her work with individuals, couples and families. Nicky also has training in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e7a2096b54b2016faec46bc/144e3728-694a-43dd-8b60-1a205c4063bc/Latta_Headshot+2022.jpeg Our Team - Haley Latta, Licensed Resident in Counseling Haley counsels from a place of gentle curiosity while creating space for client growth, insight, and joy. Haley is an Advanced EFT Therapist and uses Emotionally Focused Therapy to help clients develop a deeper understanding of themselves and the unique ways they communicate their emotions and their need for love. With an empathetic approach, Haley prioritizes paying special care to the pacing of client interactions in order to focus on the underlying patterns of conflict that contribute to relationship distress. In the therapeutic space, Haley values the individual lived experiences of her clients so that client relationships are transformed into places of safety, support, and trust. Haley earned her M.Ed. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a concentration in Couples, Marriage, and Families from the College of William and Mary and earned her M.S. in Information Studies from the University of Texas at Austin. Committed to continued professional growth, Haley is receives supervision under Krista Clark, LMFT, and regularly attends EFT trainings and webinars. https://www.rheemclark.com/our-services daily 0.75 2022-08-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e7a2096b54b2016faec46bc/9711ece3-d34c-43f3-b337-7a9573ba88b9/unsplash-image-MQjzK560aCQ.jpg Our Services - Couples Therapy Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) seeks to create a feeling of safety between relationship partners. When trust has been built, couples work together to uncover emotions that have been left unexpressed, oftentimes inducing negative patterns and promoting conflict between partners and stress in other facets of life. When those emotions are acknowledged and expressed, couples can work together to meet each other’s affective desires and effectively communicate feelings (The EFT Clinic). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e7a2096b54b2016faec46bc/cacb0c14-6b91-48df-958d-aca42f227221/unsplash-image-7ACuT0u-DoA.jpg Our Services - Individual Therapy Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT) helps individuals explore the dominant emotions and patterns in their lives to uncover underlying needs and suppressed feelings. Our therapists guide individuals through the process of recognizing and validating those thoughts and desires to promote healing. We will also teach clients methods of communication that will aid in promoting healthy relationships in the future (The EFT Clinic). Therapists at RCA are uniquely prepared to help individuals process their emotions and prepare for or strengthen their relationships. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e7a2096b54b2016faec46bc/8730c5a9-0614-4e57-a16a-949249155566/unsplash-image-eU3e-hO0jkU.jpg Our Services - Family Therapy Emotionally Focused Family Therapy (EFFT) seeks to create a feeling of trust, mutual respect, and strong communication within families. When all family members feel emotionally secure in family discussions, together they are able to discuss issues and disclose feelings. With each member feeling heard and validated, the family can work together to find solutions to problems and build individual relationships between all members. Families will emerge from EEFT sessions armed with the communication techniques necessary to maintain healthy interactions and develop positive relationships outside the family in the future (The EFT Clinic). https://www.rheemclark.com/contact daily 0.75 2025-10-31 https://www.rheemclark.com/workbook daily 0.75 2022-09-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e7a2096b54b2016faec46bc/00da6ab1-fd5a-400b-9b53-eac71c109c20/image-asset.jpeg https://www.rheemclark.com/faqs daily 0.75 2026-01-21 https://www.rheemclark.com/media daily 0.75 2022-08-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e7a2096b54b2016faec46bc/4ea4a19b-f2e7-4a1d-9700-eccbbb4d8ef7/Case+Studies+in+CT.jpg Media Cover of a book titled 'Case Studies in Couples Therapy: Theory-Based Approaches' edited by David K. Carson and Montserrat Casado-Kehoe. The cover features a silhouette of a couple holding hands walking on a beach at sunset or sunrise. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e7a2096b54b2016faec46bc/af3c8c6c-1c38-45e9-8196-2205a39f6357/IMG_5956.jpeg Media Framed display of four newspaper clippings, including a large front page and three smaller articles, with headlines about love and war, and photographs of people, one person with a military uniform. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e7a2096b54b2016faec46bc/1433f99a-f995-4ea2-a5a4-f99f265c9db2/IMG_5959.jpeg Media Certificate titled 'Top Couples Therapists 2012' awarded to Kathryn D. Rheem, Ed.D., LMFT, recommended by peers and top divorce attorneys, featured in Washingtonian Magazine, December 2012, with a seal indicating '2012 Best' for commitment, determination, and vision. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e7a2096b54b2016faec46bc/ae060370-979b-4d78-9c42-2dd6ea7d207d/IMG_5955.jpeg Media Three framed displays on a wall featuring a magazine cover and two article pages, all related to couples therapy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e7a2096b54b2016faec46bc/59b40b9f-8b8b-4760-bb8c-0c7dc38687f2/Counseling+Military+Couples+.jpg Media Cover of the book titled 'Handbook of Counseling Military Couples', edited by Bret A. Moore. The cover features a split design with brown on the left side and dark blue on the right, with the text in white and black. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e7a2096b54b2016faec46bc/1be92562-ddbc-496a-855f-7bb0a60a787a/Journal+of+C_RT.jpg Media Cover of the journal 'Couple & Relationship Therapy,' Volume 21, Number 3, 2022, edited by Katherine M. Hertlein, Ph.D., LMFT, published by Routledge. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e7a2096b54b2016faec46bc/e8b4b869-f55d-43d8-861c-570499efa621/Couples+and+Family+Relationships+.jpg Media Cover of the book titled 'The Wiley-Blackwell Handbook of Couples and Family Relationships,' edited by Patricia Noller and Gery C. Karanztas, features a black and white photograph of a woman and man close together, gazing downward. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e7a2096b54b2016faec46bc/f6480a3f-001a-4c85-9531-2d584f7c2900/IMG_5954.jpeg Media Two framed magazine covers, one featuring a woman with a teardrop, the other depicting a stylized soldier with a black tape across his mouth. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e7a2096b54b2016faec46bc/1661201524326-WMQBDSXDQ0ML2S5036WJ/IMG_5958.jpg Media Certificate of appreciation awarded to Ms. Kathryn Rheem from the U.S. Army Europe Regional Medical Command, signed by Nadja Y. West, dated June 7, 2010. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e7a2096b54b2016faec46bc/08c50ef1-9661-474c-8798-4959e682bcce/IMG_5957.jpeg Media Framed magazine cover titled Washingtonian, December 2012, with a cover story on marriage. The cover features a man and woman sitting on a sofa holding hands, with a red heart-shaped balloon floating above them. The background is blue with a checkered floor. The cover includes headlines about relationships, therapy, and divorce lawyers. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e7a2096b54b2016faec46bc/21b97d4c-a18e-4be7-8741-4ae074d577ef/EFT+WORKBOOK+.jpg Media Book cover titled 'Becoming an Emotionally Focused Therapist: The Workbook,' second edition, featuring a blue background with a graphic of three interconnected puzzle pieces labeled 'Couples,' 'Individuals,' and 'Families,' with author names listed at the bottom. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e7a2096b54b2016faec46bc/2270e7d3-9273-4e74-aea9-a5cad1b631f6/families+under+fire.jpg Media Book cover titled 'Families Under Fire' edited by R. Blaine Everson and Charles R. 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