Thenia Desimone (she/her)
Thenia Desimone (she/her) is a doctoral student in Clinical Psychology at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Washington, D.C. Originally from Greece, she earned her Bachelor’s degree from Syracuse Universitybefore pursuing advanced training in clinical psychology. She has experience providing clinical assessment and therapeutic services to individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences.
Thenia’s therapeutic approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in trauma-informed, humanistic care. She draws from evidence-based practices including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness-based interventions, and psychodynamic approaches to tailor treatment to each client’s unique needs and goals.
She works with adolescents, adults, and couples experiencing anxiety, depression, perfectionism, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), relationship concerns, emotional dysregulation, and personality-related challenges. Thenia is passionate about creating a supportive and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel safe exploring their experiences, developing greater self-understanding, and building practical skills for lasting growth and change.
Through a strong therapeutic relationship, Thenia strives to help clients cultivate resilience, strengthen coping strategies, and move toward a more meaningful, balanced, and fulfilling life.
My Philosophy
I believe that healing begins when people feel genuinely seen, heard, and understood. Therapy is not about “fixing” what is wrong, but about creating space to explore experiences with curiosity, compassion, and honesty. Each person brings a unique story, set of strengths, and life experiences into the therapy room, and I strive to honor that individuality through a collaborative and personalized approach to care.
My goal is to provide a warm, nonjudgmental environment where clients can safely examine patterns, process difficult emotions, and develop greater self-awareness. I believe meaningful change happens when insight is paired with practical skills, self-compassion, and a deeper connection to one’s values. Whether someone is navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, perfectionism, trauma, or life transitions, I aim to support them in building resilience, fostering authentic relationships, and creating a life that feels purposeful and aligned with who they want to be.
I view the therapeutic relationship as a powerful tool for growth and healing, and I am committed to walking alongside clients as they work toward lasting and meaningful change.