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Expert Therapy for Emotional & Social Well-Being

We offer compassionate, strategic therapy designed for first responders, survivors, and families. Our practice uses proven methods to restore balance and emotional strength within a safe, neutral space focused on your long-term mental health journey.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR & CEO

Dr. Gloria J.O. Carpenter, Ph.D.

Dr. Gloria J.O. Carpenter

As a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Gottman Certified Therapist, Dr. Carpenter is a dedicated trauma expert committed to helping you navigate personal challenges through a professional, empathetic, and highly structured clinical lens.

Pathways to Recovery

Advanced therapeutic models like DBT and EMDR specifically designed for first responder rehabilitation.

Connection Building

Applying researched EFT and Gottman strategies to help partners rebuild trust and communication.

Board Credentials

Expertise in behavioral health and addictions with multi-state Psypact clinical authorization.

Focusing on behavior-based addictions and mood regulation, Dr. Carpenter addresses intricate concerns like intimacy issues, family loss, and betrayal. Her methodology combines specialized trauma recovery techniques with high-level medical standards.

Earning her Ph.D. from Miami University and completing elite fellowships at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, she provides advanced psychological care across her licensed regions in Kentucky, Virginia, and the state of Maryland.

Phone: 513-278-2631

Email: oxfordpsychological@gmail.com

Website: oxfordpsychological.com

Address: 1655 Fort Myer Drive, Suite 820, Arlington, VA 22209

Fax: 703-635-7296 (Attn. Dr. Gloria Carpenter)

Phone: 513-278-2631

Email: oxfordpsychological@gmail.com

Website: oxfordpsychological.com

Address: 1655 Fort Myer Drive, Suite 820, Arlington, VA 22209

Fax: 703-635-7296 (Attn. Dr. Gloria Carpenter)

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