Meet the Team
At Sage House Therapy there is no one-size-fits-all in our approach. We know each person is unique, which is why our clinicians are specially trained to combine traditional talk therapy with Art Therapy, Play Therapy, and Sand tray Therapy. We believe in the mind-body connection and incorporate techniques such as mindfulness, somatic awareness and meditation when it aligns with a client’s individual needs. Our clinicians are also trained in the latest evidence-based therapy techniques, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT) , which have allowed our clients to see significant and lasting change in their therapy work. Our clinicians also specialize in the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model, a powerful framework to help clients explore feelings and gain greater insight into their behavior and thought patterns.
Kate Tedeschi
MA, ATR-BC, LPC
Kate is the Founder and Clinical Director at Sage House Counseling & Art Therapy. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Board-Certified Art Therapist whose specialties include perinatal mental health, navigating fertility challenges, life transitions, and third culture concerns. She also works with clients living with OCD and Anxiety.
Kelley Kuchinov
MA, ATR-BC
Kelley is a Registered, Board-Certified Art Therapist with over 15 years of experience working with children, adults, and families. She believes in the power of art and the therapeutic relationship to guide each person to wellness. Kelley is an independent contractor at Sage House working with teens and adults. She specializes in perinatal mood disorders, life transitions, and grief and loss. Kelley currently offers therapy in-person and online.
Grace Stichter
MA, ATR-P, Resident in Counseling
Grace is a Resident in Counseling and Provisional Registered Art Therapist who works as an independent contractor at Sage House providing services to children and teens. Grace has several years of experience with kids and teens, specializing in anxiety, depression, suicidal/self harming thoughts, trauma and life transitions. She is an in-network provider with Anthem BCBS PPO plans and Kaiser Permanente, and an out of network provider with most insurance carriers.
Jemma Stratton
Jemma Stratton, MSW, LCSW
Jemma is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Virginia who provides therapy to children and adolescents as an independent contractor at Sage House Therapy. She has extensive experience supporting youth through grief and bereavement, chronic and serious illness, major life transitions, anxiety, and adjustment concerns. Jemma is an out-of-network provider with most insurance carriers.
Faith Chamblee
Pre-Residency Clinical Trainee
Faith is a Pre-Residency Clinical Trainee who has completed her M.A. in Art Therapy at George Washington University. Faith works with children via play and art therapy, making sure to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for expression. Faith supports children in managing their stress, depression, and anxiety. She also works with clients processing trauma, navigating life transitions and working towards concerns around self-worth and self- compassion.
Amanda Cunningham
Graduate Student Intern
Amanda is currently completing her M.A. in Art Therapy at George Washington University. As a student intern, she works with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, OCD, autism, ADHD, and trauma. She uses a collaborative, person-centered approach that integrates Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), visual expression, creative writing, and play. Amanda also has experience working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Ruby Palmer
Graduate Student Intern
Ruby is an art therapy intern currently pursuing her M.A. in Art Therapy at The George Washington University. She supports children 4 years +, teens and young adults in developing stress management skills, strengthening social connections, and building self-efficacy through creative and therapeutic interventions.
