Dr. Tracye Herndon , LPC

Dr. Tracye Herndon is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in the District of Columbia who offers a compassionate, person-centered approach tailored to each individual's needs. She emphasizes listening closely and building trust so clients can explore identity, values, goals, and challenges in a safe, respectful setting. Her practice blends solution-focused, motivational, and spiritually informed techniques within an eclectic, integrated framework so care plans reflect the unique circumstances and preferences of each person.

Herndon works with a wide range of concerns including stress and anxiety, addictions and co-occurring disorders, trauma and PTSD, grief and loss, parenting challenges, mood disorders, and issues related to LGBTQI identity across the lifespan. She also supports seniors facing aging-related concerns and caregiver stress, adolescents and young adults navigating transitions, and people coping with chronic pain, illness, or disability. Areas of focus extend to blended family dynamics, codependency, self-esteem, and intimacy-related struggles.

In collaboration with clients she explores prior therapy experiences, identifies strengths and obstacles, and helps build a practical toolbox of coping and survival skills. Dr. Herndon aims to create an environment where clients can disclose inner thoughts and goals, develop clearer self-understanding, and move forward with concrete, goal-oriented strategies. Her LPC credential indicates professional training and licensure to provide counseling services in the District of Columbia.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Dr. Tracye Herndon uses client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and motivational interviewing to address a range of concerns. Client-centered therapy focuses on empathy, active listening, and validating the client's experience so individuals feel heard while exploring identity, relationships, and self-esteem issues. CBT helps identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, making it useful for anxiety, depression, and patterns that contribute to addictions or mood difficulties. Motivational interviewing is a collaborative, nonjudgmental way to resolve ambivalence and strengthen motivation for change, which can be particularly helpful for substance use and other behavior changes.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey and Dr. Herndon works collaboratively with clients to decide which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time based on progress and client feedback so the plan remains aligned with what matters most to the individual.

Online therapy with Dr. Herndon is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing scheduling flexibility and easier access for those balancing work, family, or health-related limitations. These options support continuity of care and make it simpler to engage in consistent, goal-oriented work with a licensed professional from different locations.