Nneka Jefferson, LICSW, LCSW-C, Board Approved Supervisor
Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Howard University
Master’s Degree in Social Work from Howard University
AREAS OF INTEREST
Adolescents
Families
Developmentally/Intellectually Disabled
Brief Solution Focused Therapy
Pregnant and Parenting
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
WHY THERAPY?
I became a therapist to give children a voice and families a pathway to healing. It was a very personal decision for me, as I believe the work I do is my calling in life.
FUN FACT
I am a singer. I sang at the world famous Apollo Theater for Amateur Night.
AT HOME
I am a proud parent of a teenage son and two cats. When I’m not at work, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. I also enjoy cooking, trying new foods and watching movies.
WORDS OF WISDOM
Own your therapy sessions and make sure you get something valuable out of every one of them.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Homeless Liaison Spotlight: District of Columbia Office of the State Superintendent of Education, 2020
Presenter: Parent Workshop, Inroads College Links, “Being an Inroads Parent: Balancing Supportive Parenting and the Transition Towards Independence,” 2013
Presenter: Essence of Adolescence, Conference on Teens, “How to Talk to Teens about Abstinence and Contraceptives,” 2009
Panelist: Juvenile Summit, held by The Family Court of the D.C. Superior Court, 2008
Panelist: 1st Annual Training Conference, Empowering Families: Let’s Get It Started!, held by the Child Support Services Division, 2006