Trauma Therapist in Wellesley MA
“Healing happens in community, nature, culture & the dismantling of oppressive systems.”
-Shenikka Moore-Clarke, LICSW
Hi, I’m Victoria. My hope is to support you while you identify your goals, deepen your understanding of your values, and work to take your power back from problems that try to get in your way through EMDR, Somatic and Narrative Therapies.
With over a decade of clinical experience, I have developed a great sense of gratitude for my ability to do this work. After receiving my MSW and LICSW, I have been able to care for individuals, couples and families in community, hospital and private practice settings who have been affected by childhood trauma, sexual abuse, exploitation, racial trauma, immigration-related trauma among asylum seekers, depression, anxiety, panic, phobias, attachment-based trauma and relationship issues.
I believe our abilities to stay emotionally regulated are dependent on how safe we feel… and it’s okay to not stay calm in toxic or oppressive situations.
In our conversations, we'll work to understand how your mental health, relationships and daily life are impacted by the larger systems you find yourself in. Overall, my stance as a clinician is rooted in social justice, feminist, intersectional and decolonized frameworks. I am committed to building affirming, non-judgmental and culturally responsive relationships with all of my clients. It’s particularly important to me to commit to the on-going learning and unlearning needed to offer safe and effective care for those within LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities.
License
LICSW, Massachusetts: #123465
LCSW, Connecticut: #15485
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology & Biology, Emmanuel College, 2011-2014
Master of Social Work, Boston College, 2015-2018
Trainings & Certifications
Advanced Clinical Practice for Adults Certification, Boston College, 2018-2022
CBT, DBT, Narrative Therapy & Neuroscience
Narrative Therapy Certification, Narrative Therapy Initiative, 2019-2020
Tree of Life Workshop, Ncazelo Ncube-Milo, 2020
Re-Authoring Your Life, Narrative Therapy Initiative, 2020-2021
Narrative Therapy Consultation Program, Narrative Therapy Initiative, 2022-2023
Suitcase Workshop, Ncazelo Ncube-Milo, 2022
CPT for PTSD Intensive Course, Kate Chard, PhD., 2024
Folx Tales- Weaving Stories of Resistance, Narrative Therapy Initiative, 2025
Somatic Experiencing Basic Training, Somatic Experiencing International, 2025
EMDR Training, EMDRIA, 2025
EMDR Consultation, EMDRIA, 2025
What else?
Outside of work I’m usually training my two pups, cheering on the Celtics, reading, quilting, attending live comedy shows, exploring local beaches, and trying out new vegan recipes.
I look forward to learning about you as well!
Start your Healing Journey Today
We can appreciate that you are carrying stories that deserve to be witnessed, honored, and rewritten in your preferred ways. Whether you’re ready to explore EMDR, Somatic Therapy, Narrative Therapy or just want to feel heard, we’re here to support you.
Schedule a free 15-minute consultation
In-person in Wellesley or Online throughout Massachusetts
Call us at 339-201-6994 | Email us at vk@sharedstoriescounseling.com