Supervisee in Social Work
Pronouns: She/her
Deedra Everett is a Supervisee in Social Work at Wise Family Wellness. She believes in creating a safe and healing space for growth and exploration. She sees play as the language children use to express and process experiences and big emotions. Borrowing from a blend of relational, psychodynamic, expressive, attachment-based, and family systems approaches, she works with clients to compassionately explore their inner worlds, develop coping skills, and work through trauma. She is experienced in working with families from many different cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds and is committed to cultural sensitivity, inclusivity, and affirmation.
Deedra holds a Bachelor’s degree from Seattle University and a Master of Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University and is currently pursuing clinical licensure and play therapy training.
Deedra lives in Alexandria with her husband, daughter, and a Chiweenie rescue. She loves the beach, reading, reading at the beach and napping with her Chiweenie. She also enjoys spending time with extended family and friends, sharing meals and playing games.
“Dr. Amy talks about moving children from being externally-driven to internally-driven…and she helps you get there!”
— Parent of 15-year-old daughter“Dr. Amy knows how to relate to children and make them feel comfortable. My son was shy in the beginning but Amy asked him a couple of questions about what he likes and immediately found a connection with him. He happily followed her into the office (just after a 3 min of conversation) and performed the test. He wasn’t nervous or scared and it’s because of her ability to relate to kids.
We had a great experience and he wants to go back! Thank you very much!”
— Dad of 5-year-old assessment client“Dr. Amy is like Oprah – she’s the neighbor you love who is very, very smart”
— Parent of 14-year-old son and 18-year-old daughter“Our clinician has been a tremendous help with family issues and getting our children organized for success in life. Highly recommend her.”
— Mom of three young adults ages 20 – 24