Our Healing Circles L.L.C
Welcome!
Our Healing Circles, LLC aims to create a safe therapeutic environment that centers around psycho-emotional wellness, understanding root causes, and learning about the nexus between experiences, thoughts, feelings and behaviors.
Exploring Therapy?
Deciding to see a therapist is a major step towards self-care, wellness and investing in oneself. Everyone faces challenges and reaching out for support is the beginning of a collaborative partnership that aims to address challenges and strengthen you to build and master skills that empower you to grow and work on your journey towards healing.
Our initial work is geared towards building an alliance and ensuring that you are comfortable, heard, and understood. Together, we will decide on treatment goals and determine how to best achieve the desired outcomes.
Get in touch with us when you're ready to learn more; we can't wait to meet you!
Services
Therapy and Emotional Wellness
Practice Location: District of Columbia and Maryland
Therapist and Client use a HIPPA Compliant Virtual Platform to conduct sessions
Services:
Population Served: Individuals 21 years and older seeking to address the following challenges:
Anxiety
Depression
Grief and Loss
Life Transitions
Emotional Regulation
Stress Management
Practice Framework:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Transition to Independence Process (TIP)
Strength Based Perspective
Wellness Recovery Action Plan
Session Rates
45-minute Session: $88
60-minute Session: $120
Health Insurance and Payment
- Cigna
- CareFirst BlueChoice
- Self Pay/ Out of Pocket
Therapist and Client use a HIPPA Compliant Virtual Platform to conduct sessions
Services:
Population Served: Individuals 21 years and older seeking to address the following challenges:
Anxiety
Depression
Grief and Loss
Life Transitions
Emotional Regulation
Stress Management
Practice Framework:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Transition to Independence Process (TIP)
Strength Based Perspective
Wellness Recovery Action Plan
Session Rates
45-minute Session: $88
60-minute Session: $120
Health Insurance and Payment
- Cigna
- CareFirst BlueChoice
- Self Pay/ Out of Pocket
Trainings
Title: Ethics Training: Informed Consent, Confidentiality and the integration of Technology in Social Work. (3 CEs)
This course was developed for Social Work professionals.
The course explores Social Work Core Values and Standards-Informed Consent and Confidentiality and the integration of technology in practice.
Individual Course Approval Statement:
Informed Consent, Confidentiality and the use of Technology in Social Work, #2347 is approved by the Association of Social Worker Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education(ACE) program to be offered by Our Healing Circles, LLC as an individual course. Regulatory boards are final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE course approval period: 8/30/2025- 8/30/2027. Social Workers completing this course receive 3 Ethics Continuing Education credits.
This course was developed for Social Work professionals.
The course explores Social Work Core Values and Standards-Informed Consent and Confidentiality and the integration of technology in practice.
Individual Course Approval Statement:
Informed Consent, Confidentiality and the use of Technology in Social Work, #2347 is approved by the Association of Social Worker Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education(ACE) program to be offered by Our Healing Circles, LLC as an individual course. Regulatory boards are final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE course approval period: 8/30/2025- 8/30/2027. Social Workers completing this course receive 3 Ethics Continuing Education credits.
Therapy: Confidentiality and HIPPA Compliance
Confidentiality: HIPPA/ Confidentiality
Confidentiality: Please note that as a rule, I will not disclose information about with other parties unless you give consent, however, there are exception to this rule. I may use or disclose records or other information about you without your consent or authorization in the following circumstances
Emergency Situations: In cases of life-threatening emergencies including but not limited to a reported plan to commit suicide, homicide or when you are a danger to self or others.
Suspicion of abuse, neglect or exploitation of a child, the elderly or an incapacitated adult. In these cases, I am required by Maryland and DC law to immediately make a report and provide relevant information to Child Protective Service or Adult Protective Services.
Abuse of a child, the elderly or an incapacitated adult. In these cases, I am required by Maryland and DC law to immediately make a report and provide relevant information to Child Protective Service or Adult Protective Services.
Confidentiality: Please note that as a rule, I will not disclose information about with other parties unless you give consent, however, there are exception to this rule. I may use or disclose records or other information about you without your consent or authorization in the following circumstances
Emergency Situations: In cases of life-threatening emergencies including but not limited to a reported plan to commit suicide, homicide or when you are a danger to self or others.
Suspicion of abuse, neglect or exploitation of a child, the elderly or an incapacitated adult. In these cases, I am required by Maryland and DC law to immediately make a report and provide relevant information to Child Protective Service or Adult Protective Services.
Abuse of a child, the elderly or an incapacitated adult. In these cases, I am required by Maryland and DC law to immediately make a report and provide relevant information to Child Protective Service or Adult Protective Services.
About Me
Michelle. N. Maringe, LICSW, LCSW-C
I’m a Clinical Social Worker with a passion for supporting emerging adults and adults as they navigate life’s transitions, manage stressors, and build pathways toward emotional wellness. My work is rooted in the belief that you are the expert of your own life—and our therapeutic journey begins with your story.
Together, we’ll explore your concerns and the connections between your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. By uncovering and understanding behavioral patterns, you can begin to make intentional changes that move you toward healing, freedom, and the future you desire.
I’m here to provide a safe, compassionate space where you can process your experiences, learn new skills, and strengthen your emotional toolkit. Whether you’re working to improve your relationships, regulate your emotions, or reduce symptoms of anxiety, grief, or stress, I’m honored to walk alongside you on your journey.
Education & Training
I hold a Master’s degree in Social Work from The Catholic University of America. I use the following treatment modialities:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Transition to Independence Process (TIP)
I am also a certified Grief Counseling Specialist.
Ready to Begin?
Reaching out for support is a powerful first step toward meaningful change. I look forward to learning more about you and supporting your journey toward emotional wellness.
Together, we’ll explore your concerns and the connections between your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. By uncovering and understanding behavioral patterns, you can begin to make intentional changes that move you toward healing, freedom, and the future you desire.
I’m here to provide a safe, compassionate space where you can process your experiences, learn new skills, and strengthen your emotional toolkit. Whether you’re working to improve your relationships, regulate your emotions, or reduce symptoms of anxiety, grief, or stress, I’m honored to walk alongside you on your journey.
Education & Training
I hold a Master’s degree in Social Work from The Catholic University of America. I use the following treatment modialities:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Transition to Independence Process (TIP)
I am also a certified Grief Counseling Specialist.
Ready to Begin?
Reaching out for support is a powerful first step toward meaningful change. I look forward to learning more about you and supporting your journey toward emotional wellness.
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