Founded in 1986, Total Health Concepts offers holistic, comprehensive therapy services focused on healing deep emotional trauma and addressing core issues for long-term recovery. Specializing in trauma (EMDR), eating disorders, relational dysfunction within families and couples, and the mind-body connection, we provide intensive outpatient care, through individual, couple, family, group, and body-work therapies to support overall well-being.
For over 35 years, we've helped diverse individuals overcome barriers and achieve lasting well-being.
We happily serve Virginia, Maryland and Florida residents.
Holistic and "Whole-Person"
Total Health Concepts uses a holistic, whole-person approach by integrating mental, emotional, and physical wellness through personalized therapy, mindfulness, and body-focused techniques for comprehensive healing.
Trauma and Science-Informed Approach
We use a trauma and science-informed approach, combining evidence-based therapies with an understanding of trauma’s impact to promote healing, resilience, and long-term well-being.
Care for the Whole Family System
Total Health Concepts' approach considers the entire family system. We collaborate within our practice to ensure each family member receives support throughout their healing journey.
Therapeutic Services
In-Person and Telehealth Therapy Options Available
Individual Therapy
Individual therapy is useful for many types of situations that cause stress, anger, grief, and conflict. We empower clients to focus on their strengths and learn coping skills to address conflicts, build confidence, resiliency, and self-esteem.
To foster growth and progress, we address:
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Boundaries, identity, and self-worth
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Past traumas and present issues affecting life
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Behavior patterns, beliefs, and coping skills
Couples and Relationships
Couples therapy can help at any stage of a relationship and our goal is to enhance the couple’s relationship by rebuilding trust, intimacy, and communication.
We explore boundaries, attachment styles, recurring conflicts, feelings of disconnection, infidelity, issues related to sex, and external stressors.
Approaches used in couples work may include:
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Gottman Approach
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EFT (Emotion Focused Therapy)
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Imago Approach
Child and Family Therapy
Life is full of constant challenges that impact the whole family unit. Families can benefit from therapy when they experience any stressful life events including trauma, separation, divorce, remarriage, financial stress, military life challenges, loss and grief, and mental and behavioral health issues.
Our family systems approach may include:
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Parent/Family Support Group
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Positive Parenting Strategies
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Attachment Styles and Theory
Group Therapy
Group therapy allows individuals to develop self-awareness by listening to others with similar issues and feel belonging, understood, and heard in a supportive and accepting environment.
Group opportunities we offer at Total Health Concepts include:
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Teen Eating Disorders Group
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Young Adult Eating Disorders Group
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DBT Skills Training Group
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Family/Parent Support Group
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Women’s Empowerment Group
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Addiction Recovery & Support Group
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Gender Affirmation Group
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Men’s Support Group
Get In Touch
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We accept insurance
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Carefirst Administrators
Carefirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
Cigna
Tricare East
**Certified Non-Network Provider**
Aetna
Real Stories of Transformation and Healing
"Thank you so much for your help! I feel like I really have come a long way and talking with you has really made an impact on how I view myself."
"Total Health Concepts helped me turn my entire life around. From beginning to end."
"Our daughter is well on the road to recovery and our family has learned invaluable strategies, including effective communication skills, toward healthy couple and family relationships. We are so thankful to have been under their care and highly recommend their holistic approach to wellness."
Psychotherapist / Founder & Owner
Virginia Inglese, MA, RD, LCSW, CLC, CEDS
Virginia specializes in trauma-informed therapy, eating disorders, and family relationships, helping clients overcome challenges and build confidence through movement therapy and emotional healing.
Psychotherapist / Owner
Tamara Christman, MA, MEd, LPC
Tamara specializes in gender-affirming therapy, life transitions, eating disorders, and mood disorders, using a client-centered approach to support emotional regulation and personal growth.
Psychotherapist
Shelly Johnson, MSW, LCSW
Shelly specializes in strengths-based, trauma-informed therapy for adolescents and families, addressing complex trauma, anxiety, and relational issues through a collaborative, solution-focused approach.
Psychotherapist
Angelica Karns, MA, Resident in Counseling
Angelica supports adolescents and adults in healing, identity discovery, and coping with life changes, working toward her LPC and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist credential.
Psychotherapist
Caroline Edgeton-Martin, M.S.Ed., Resident in Counseling
Caroline creates brave, judgment-free spaces for individuals, specializing in LGBTQIA+ support, using trauma-informed, strengths-based approaches to promote healing and connection.
Psychotherapist
Zaria Hardy, M.Ed., Resident in Counseling
Zaria fosters brave spaces for clients, supporting emotional risks, personal growth, and healing through trauma-informed, multicultural, and collaborative approaches in therapy.
Psychotherapist
Elena Arabia-Meyer, MSW, Supervisee in Social Work
Elena empowers clients through guidance and support, specializing in trauma-informed care for children, adolescents, and families, with experience in substance use disorders.
Psychotherapist
Michael Getz, M.Ed., Resident in Counseling
Michael empowers clients through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness, specializing in addiction, co-occurring disorders, and emotional challenges for children and adults.
Psychotherapist
Rachel Jahelka, MSW, Supervisee in Social Work
Rachel supports diverse individuals through trauma-informed care, specializing in anxiety, grief, and co-occurring disorders using CBT, DBT, and mindfulness techniques.
Psychotherapist
Lex Hingle, MSW, Supervisee in Social Work
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Lex is a compassionate therapist integrating mindfulness and evidence-based practices to help clients find peace, joy, and resilience through personal growth and self-discovery.
Psychotherapist
Rebecca Ellison, LCSW
Rebecca specializes in trauma, parent-child relational issues, and fostering healthy communication. She is trained in various therapeutic methods and has extensive experience supporting military families.
Policies & Procedures
HIPAA protects the privacy and security of your health information by giving you rights to access, correct, and limit sharing of your medical records. It also governs how healthcare providers can use your data for treatment, billing, organizational operations, public health, legal compliance, and research. You have the right to request confidential communication, limit information sharing, receive a list of disclosures, and file complaints without fear of retaliation.
Therapy offers both benefits and challenges, as discussing difficult experiences may be uncomfortable but can lead to personal growth, stress reduction, and better relationships. Success in therapy depends on active participation and applying skills outside of sessions. Our team, which includes licensed professionals, residents, supervisees, and interns, will work with you to create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your needs. If you ever feel your therapist isn’t the right fit, you are welcome to request a change.
Individual therapy sessions typically last 53-60 minutes, with frequency based on your therapeutic needs. Per practice policy, new clients must attend sessions weekly.
A 48-hour notice is required for cancellations or rescheduling. A $150 late cancel/no-show fee will be charged for missed sessions without proper notice and is not covered by insurance.
Exceptions may be made for emergencies, which should be discussed with your clinician. Repeated late cancellations or no-shows (3 in a row) may result in losing your time slot or termination of services. Arriving late will still end at the scheduled time, and sessions starting over 15 minutes late may be canceled with a fee. All scheduling communications should be made directly with your clinician via phone, text, or email only used if previously agreed upon, and the main office should only be contacted as a last resort for scheduling.
Your confidentiality is protected under law, and your identifying information will remain private unless permitted or required by law. You must provide a written Release of Information to share your details with others, and you can reverse this authorization at any time. In emergencies, providers may disclose necessary information to prevent harm. A release of information is also needed for emergency contacts to avoid delays in crisis situations. Confidentiality policies are outlined in the Notice of Privacy Practices and HIPAA documents you’ve signed in the Patient Portal. However, clinicians are mandated reporters, legally required to report suspected abuse or when there’s risk of harm.
At Total Health Concepts, while parental involvement is encouraged, minors aged 14 and older have specific confidentiality protections. Information shared with parents without the minor's consent is limited to treatment progress, attendance, and safety concerns. For minors aged 14 or older, a signed Release of Information is required to disclose details on issues such as sexually transmitted diseases, family planning, or outpatient mental health treatment. For minors 13 and under, parents have full access to clinical information without a release. In any medical or mental health emergency, the custodial parent will be contacted regardless of the minor's age.
To contact your therapist, it’s best to use text message or phone call, as emails may lead to delays. Scheduling communications should also be made via text or call, unless otherwise directed by your clinician. The main office should only be contacted for administrative or billing issues, and if you cannot reach your clinician. Voicemails on the therapist’s confidential line will be returned within 1-2 days for non-urgent matters. In urgent situations, indicate it in your message or contact emergency services immediately if you are at risk of harm. Planned absences will be communicated, and alternate coverage may be arranged if necessary.
Trauma-informed counseling recognizes how past trauma affects mental, emotional, behavioral, and physical health. We address how trauma is stored in the body and its intergenerational impacts on individuals, families, and communities.
Our clinicians help clients develop strategies for managing trauma-related thoughts, feelings, and behaviors using tools like EMDR, IFS, and mind-body therapies.
Trauma-Focused Approach
Disordered eating is influenced by emotional, nutritional, familial, and social factors. Total Health Concepts provides a team-based approach with individual therapy, family support, nutrition therapy, meal support, group therapy, recovery coaching, and care coordination.
Recovery tools include the Recovery Record app, family support groups, and therapy for teens and young adults.
Eating Disorders, Nutrition Therapy, and Recovery Coaching
Couples and relationship therapy addresses communication, trust, conflict resolution, and emotional connection. Total Health Concepts helps couples navigate challenges such as infidelity, life transitions, and intimacy issues.
Using evidence-based approaches like the Gottman Approach, EFT (Emotion Focused Therapy) and Imago Approach, we support clients in improving their relationship dynamics, building stronger bonds, and fostering mutual understanding.
Couples + Relationship Therapy
Psychosomatic and expressive therapies focus on releasing trauma and emotions stored in the body. These techniques promote mind-body connection by processing feelings through movement and creative expression.
Our therapists utilize practices like yoga, movement, art therapy, and other somatic techniques to help clients release stress, increase emotional awareness, and develop healthier coping mechanisms.
Psychosomatic + Expressive Therapies
