Individual Therapy
Tailored to each client’s concerns, strengths, and goals. For clients ages 12 and older, therapy focuses on understanding patterns, building coping skills, and reducing distress.
CompassionateClient-CenteredEvidence-Based
A New Space for
Meaningful Change
Virtual therapy for individuals ages 12+, couples, and families.
Virtual care is available to eligible clients in Virginia, Maryland, DC, and other participating PSYPACT jurisdictions, more than 40 in total. See eligible locations
01 What We Offer
Three ways to work together
Couples Therapy
A collaborative space to understand relationship patterns, strengthen communication, navigate conflict, and build deeper connection.
Family Therapy
Support for families seeking to improve communication, understand patterns of interaction, and navigate transitions, with particular experience working with adolescents and their families.
02 Areas of Focus
Where Dr. Pancholi-Patel can help
Eating Disorders & Body ImageAnorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, disordered eating, orthorexia, body image concerns and body dysmorphic disorder.
OCDObsessive-compulsive disorder in adolescents and adults, including exposure and response prevention.
Anxiety & DepressionDepression, generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety and specific phobias.
Life TransitionsAdjustment difficulties, grief, stress management, workplace issues and work-life balance.
Relationships & FamilyCouples counseling, family communication, and individual therapy for relationship concerns.
Identity & Multicultural ConcernsLGBTQ+ affirming therapy, and therapy for racial and ethnic minorities and immigrants.
Perinatal & Postpartum Mood and Anxiety DisordersDepression, anxiety, and adjustment difficulties during pregnancy, after childbirth, and throughout the transition to parenthood.
03 Our Approach
Treatment is not
one-size-fits-all.
Dr. Pancholi-Patel draws on evidence-based treatment approaches, tailoring care to the individual, couple, or family. The methods used are selected based on each client's presenting concerns, goals, age, relationships and clinical needs.
- Acceptance & Commitment TherapyACT
- Cognitive Behavioral TherapyCBT
- Dialectical Behavior TherapyDBT
- Exposure & Response PreventionERP
- Emotionally Focused TherapyEFT
- Integrative Family TherapyIFT
04 Meet Dr. Pancholi-Patel
Dr. Neha
Pancholi-Patel
Psy.D., Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Pancholi-Patel’s approach is empathic, nonjudgmental and highly individualized. She takes time to understand each client’s perspective before building an evidence-based plan that reflects their needs, values and goals.
She works with adolescents and adults ages 12 and older, couples and families, with particular expertise in eating disorders and body image, anxiety, depression, OCD and relationship concerns. Across every kind of work, her aim is an emotionally safe space where meaningful, lasting change is possible.
Dr. Pancholi-Patel also provides in-person clinical services through Mind Body Health in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.
Learn more about Dr. Pancholi-Patel on Psychology TodayLicensure & Telehealth
- Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Virginia, Maryland and the District of Columbia
- Authorized to provide telepsychology to eligible clients in more than 40 participating PSYPACT jurisdictions.
Education
- Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology, American School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University, Washington, D.C.
- M.A. in Clinical Psychology, American School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University, Washington, D.C.
- B.S. in Psychology, Loyola University Chicago
Clinical Experience
- More than ten years across private practice, public school, psychiatric hospital, and residential settings.
- Linden Oaks Hospital, Eating Disorder Inpatient Unit, Naperville, Illinois
- Arabella House, Eating Disorder Group Home, Naperville, Illinois
- Columbia Counseling Center, Private Practice, Columbia, Maryland
05 What to Expect
Getting started
is simple
Connect
Request a free 15-minute consultation. It’s a brief, no-pressure conversation about what brings you here, what you’re hoping for, and whether Heart Space may be a good fit.
Determine Fit
Dr. Pancholi-Patel will discuss your concerns, answer your questions, and explore whether Heart Space is a good fit for your needs, including confirming PSYPACT eligibility when applicable.
Begin Care
If it feels like a good fit, you’ll schedule your first session, receive your intake paperwork securely, and begin working together.
06 Rates & Insurance
Clear, straightforward fees
Session Fees
Free Consultation (15 minutes)No charge
Initial Therapy Session$275
Follow-Up Individual Therapy$250
Couples & Family Sessions$300
Heart Space is a private pay, out-of-network practice and does not bill insurance directly. Superbills are available on request to support possible out-of-network reimbursement through your insurance provider.
Common Questions
Yes. Heart Space Clinical Psychology is a fully virtual practice, and all sessions are provided through secure telehealth.
Dr. Pancholi-Patel is licensed in Virginia, Maryland and the District of Columbia, and provides virtual care to eligible clients located in participating PSYPACT jurisdictions (see eligible locations). Eligibility can be confirmed during the free consultation.
Dr. Pancholi-Patel works with clients ages 12 and older, as well as couples and families.
Heart Space is a private pay, out-of-network practice and does not bill insurance directly. Superbills are available on request, which you can submit to your insurance provider to support possible out-of-network reimbursement.
Begin with a free 15-minute consultation, or email hello@heartspaceclinicalpsychology.com and Dr. Pancholi-Patel will follow up regarding next steps.
07 Get Started
Free 15-minute consultation
A short, no-pressure conversation to talk through what you are looking for and whether Heart Space is the right fit.
Prefer email? Write to hello@heartspaceclinicalpsychology.com
Contact
Get in touch
(571) 384-8823Call or leave a message
hello@heartspaceclinicalpsychology.comGeneral inquiries
Based in Virginia
Virtual care for eligible clients in participating PSYPACT jurisdictions.
Interested in joining Heart Space?
We welcome introductions from licensed clinicians who share our commitment to compassionate, evidence-based care, strong therapeutic relationships, and meaningful, lasting change.
Careers
If you are in crisis
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