Martha Ferraioli

Finding the right therapist can feel exhausting—especially if you’ve tried therapy before and felt like it didn't quite "stick." If you're carrying the weight of anxiety, depression, past trauma, or navigating life with ADHD, you don’t have to figure it all out alone. My goal is to make starting therapy feel approachable, safe, and entirely centered around you .My name is Marty, and I offer a warm, down-to-earth, and transparent environment where you can drop the pretense and get real.

In our sessions, my office is your space to exhale. You won't find a stuffy, clinical environment here. Instead, I bring warmth, collaboration, and a touch of humor into our work together. I love finding creative, tangible ways to bring therapy concepts to life—whether through art, literature, videos, or just sharing a genuine laugh. Laughter and healing often go hand in hand.

I work primarily with adolescents (ages 14+), adults, and families, specializing in:

• Trauma & Complex Trauma: As a Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist, I use sensory-system and attachment-informed approaches to help you gently process and heal from the past.
• ADHD Support & Assessment: As a certified ADHD provider, I offer structured, evidence-based evaluations (including objective FDA-cleared assessments) to give you a clearer blueprint for managing attention and daily overwhelm.
• LGBTQ+ & Gender-Affirming Care: I am deeply committed to providing an inclusive, validating space for queer and gender-nonconforming individuals, as well as counseling for those living with HIV and their families.
• Anxiety & Life Transitions: Helping you build emotional regulation tools, quiet the inner critic, and navigate heavy stress.

My Approach: We will go at a pace that feels right for you, blending evidence-based techniques with deep compassion. I draw from CBT, DBT, trauma-informed and sensory-integration lenses, psychodynamic work, and motivational interviewing to tailor every session to your unique strengths and goals

.Credentials & Background

• Master of Social Work (MSW) – Virginia Commonwealth University
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) – Virginia Board of Social Work
• Certifications: Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist, ADHD Provider, and specialized training in trauma, sensory systems, and adult attachment.

Whether you're looking for in-person support in Fredericksburg, VA, or flexible telehealth sessions across the state of Virginia, I’m here to help you take the next step. Let’s connect!