A space to slow down, build psychological flexibility, and move toward what matters to you, even alongside difficulty.
Online therapy with Michael Goddard, PsyD, serving Maryland, Washington, DC, and expats living and working abroad
Welcome to Sala Therapy. I'm Michael Goddard, PsyD, a licensed psychologist in Maryland and Washington, DC. In my practice, I aim to create a space to search for clarity and gain a deeper awareness of what you need to find peace and contentment. It is a place where you can step into the observer role and look honestly and freely at what drives you, and at the changes that would bring you a life that is aligned and fulfilling.
An approach grounded in acceptance and understanding
I believe most people already carry the answers they're looking for inside them. What's often missing is a steady, honest relationship where those answers have room to surface. My work centers on being fully present with you, offering the kind of steady regard that makes it possible to look at your own life clearly, without flinching and without judgment. From there, it becomes possible to approach life's inevitable challenges with greater flexibility and ease. Insight tends to follow naturally once someone finally feels met.
Who I work with
I see adults, adolescents, and families, working with a wide range of concerns, including:
Therapy isn't about eliminating discomfort. It's about building a different relationship to it, so it stops running the show.