
Ebony N. Lea, LICSW, LCSW-C, EMBA has been helping children, adults, and families in the D.C. area since 2003.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Ebony has been a counselor, clinical program staff supervisor, and a front-line advocate for youth mental health. She’s received specialized training in child abuse and neglect, trauma systems therapy, and play therapy. Ebony is a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP). Somatic experiencing is a trauma-based therapy that processes trauma by focusing on pain and physical symptoms in the body. It’s a non-traditional way to resolve both minor and major trauma experiences. Ebony was trained by Dr. Peter Levine, founder of Somatic Experiencing, in “the Eye of the Needle” technique which addresses near death experiences (NDEs), including but not limited to: drownings, car accidents, physical attacks, illnesses, and surgeries.
Ms. Lea graduated from the University of Maryland Baltimore, receiving a Master’s Degree in Social Work with a dual concentration in nonprofit management and clinical practice. The University also honored her with the Mark Battle Scholarship, awarded to students demonstrating leadership in the nonprofit sector.
Ms. Lea incorporates her diverse professional experience in administration, community organization, and clinical services into A Fresh Start Therapy’s daily practices. When she’s not busy helping individuals and families achieve a higher degree of mental health, Ms. Lea enjoys exercising, traveling, and spending time with family. Ebony has daytime and evening availability on varying days throughout the week. Feel free to call 855-325-3909 or send us a message to schedule.