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Alimatu Mustapha Palmer, Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia

Recognized for high quality patient care

Alimatu Mustapha-Palmer

Accepts Oscar
Individual therapy

Rula verifies every provider’s credentials and conducts regular quality reviews

LPC
17+ years

Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Alimatu Mustapha-Palmer, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Alimatu has a Master of Science (MS) Clinical Psych from University of the District of Columbia, a PhD from Howard University and a MAC (Masters Addiction Certification) as a substance abuse professional from NAADAC.

Available virtually|VA
Specialties
Anxiety
Cultural Stress
Depression
Life Transitions
Substance Use
Style
Insightful
Attuned
Motivational

Hi there, I'm Alimatu!

I help individuals, families, and groups navigate life transitions, relationship challenges, cultural dynamics, and spirituality. My work spans diverse populations including children, veterans, minorities, women, and faith-based communities. I bring a holistic, person-centered approach to address your unique needs.

My focus

I work with diverse populations including children, adolescents, veterans, minorities, women, families, law enforcement, and faith-based communities. Together we'll build on your strengths and work toward your goals in a warm, supportive atmosphere. Therapy is engaging, evidence-based, and solution-oriented.

My approach

I advance growth and mindfulness perspectives, believing life is an ongoing process. You'll gain practical skills and tools as we collaborate to address your specific challenges and goals. I employ an individualized holistic approach utilizing modalities that fit your needs, creating evidence-based, solution-oriented care.

Expertise

Focus populations

Cancer
First Generation American/Immigrant Parents
Police/Fire/First Responders
+ 3 more

Therapy types

  • Individual Therapy
  • Couples Therapy
  • Family Therapy

Ages served

  • Adults
  • Minors
  • Preteens

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

  • Oscar
  • Aetna
  • All Savers
  • Allegiance
  • Allied

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Science (MS) Clinical Psych from University of the District of Columbia, a PhD from Howard University and a MAC (Masters Addiction Certification) as a substance abuse professional from NAADAC.

Sessions

60 minutes
Virtual sessions

Next appointmentFriday, Apr 24th