Online in
PSYPACT states
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, CNMI, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
(Online Only)
You spend so much time showing up for everyone else, but when was the last time you truly showed up for yourself? Whether you're struggling with anxiety, navigating difficult relationships, feeling stuck in life, or simply wanting to understand yourself better, you deserve a space to focus on you. I'm a licensed clinical psychologist passionate about helping women feel more confident, emotionally grounded, and empowered to create meaningful change. My approach is warm, collaborative, and culturally responsive, with room for both honest conversations and laughter along the way. You don't have to figure everything out on your own. Let's connect!
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Group, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Senior, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: Asian, Black / African American, Hispanic / Latino, Middle Eastern, Muslim, Native American, Pacific Islander, Persons with Disabilities, Women clients.
Languages: English, Swahili
Treatment Approach
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Combines CBT with mindfulness to help regulate emotions, tolerate stress, and build stronger relationships. Originally designed for borderline personality disorder, it’s now used more broadly.
- Multicultural Therapy Acknowledges the role of culture, race, and identity in mental health. It values diversity and adapts treatment to each person’s background.
- Psychodynamic Therapy Explores unconscious thoughts and patterns that influence current behavior. It builds insight into how the past impacts the present.
Approach Description: I believe meaningful therapy begins with a genuine connection. My approach is warm, compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices. I strive to create a space where you feel comfortable expressing yourself, exploring difficult emotions, and working through challenges without fear of judgment. I take an integrative approach, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, and other evidence-based interventions tailored to your unique needs, experiences, and goals. Together, we'll explore patterns in your thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and relationships while developing practical strategies to help you navigate life's challenges. You can expect a balance of reflection, exploration, and practical skill-building, with room for authenticity, humor, and celebrating progress along the way. My goal is to help you better understand yourself, build confidence in your ability to navigate challenges, and make meaningful changes that align with your values.
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Average Session Fee $225.00-$250.00
- Accepts Insurance
- Optum, Aetna, Carelon, BCBS, Cigna
Education & Credentials
Dr. Fatuma Dzilala PsyD
- Female
- License # 07090
- Licensed in Maryland
- PSYPACT Mobility # 19987
- Practicing Since 2018
Education: I earned my Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Clinical Psychology from William James College, completed my predoctoral internship at Johns Hopkins University, and completed my postdoctoral training at Yale University.
Dr. Fatuma Dzilala Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available Online for residents of PSYPACT states Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, CNMI, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
- Online Therapy Details: Teletherapy
Life can feel overwhelming, especially when you're constantly balancing the expectations of others with your own emotional needs. Perhaps you're the person everyone turns to for support, yet you struggle to ask for help yourself. Maybe you're navigating a difficult relationship, questioning your sense of identity, or feeling exhausted from trying to meet everyone's expectations. Whatever brings you to therapy, you deserve a space to slow down, reflect, and prioritize yourself.
I specialize in helping women navigate anxiety, depression, relationship and friendship challenges, low self-esteem, perfectionism, burnout, people-pleasing, and life transitions. I also support women seeking greater self-awareness, healthier boundaries, and a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships.
I recognize how our cultural backgrounds, identities, faith, family dynamics, and lived experiences shape the way we navigate the world. I'm passionate about providing culturally responsive care that honors your unique experiences and creates space for you to show up authentically.
In addition to individual therapy, I offer couples therapy for partners looking to improve communication, navigate conflict, rebuild trust, and strengthen their emotional connection.
My goal is to help you better understand yourself, explore patterns that may be keeping you stuck, and develop the tools to create meaningful, lasting change.
If you're ready to take the next step, I invite you to visit www.sowehealpsych.com to learn more or schedule a free 15-minute consultation.