Olivia Kline (she/her) approaches therapy with warmth, safety, and collaboration at the core of her work. She is dedicated to creating an inclusive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel genuinely supported throughout their therapeutic journey. Olivia tailors her approach to honor each individual’s unique identity, experiences, and needs. Outside the therapy room, Olivia enjoys reading, practicing Pilates, yoga, and exploring local thrift shops.

Training & Education

Olivia received her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at The George Washington University in Washington, D.C. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with minors in Human Development and Neuroscience from the University of Maryland. During her undergraduate years, Olivia worked as a behavioral technician, supporting youth with autism spectrum disorder. Following graduation, she worked as a post-baccalaureate research fellow at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in the Clinical and Translational Neuroscience Branch. At the NIH, her work focused on exploring the connection between genetics, brain function, and behavior in individuals with Williams syndrome and schizophrenia. She also contributed to research examining the effects of puberty on brain development. Olivia continues to pursue her passion for research through her work with her mentor at GW, Dr. Maggie Parker, with a new focus on children and play therapy. Last year, she worked as a Master’s-level intern at Creative Psychological. Prior to that, she completed her counseling internship at GW’s Community Counseling Services Center. Olivia is currently working towards her Registered Play Therapist certification.

Supervisor: Rachel Altvater, Psy.D., RPT-S™

Therapeutic Approach

Olivia takes an integrative approach to therapy, drawing primarily from person-centered and child-centered frameworks. She incorporates techniques from various modalities, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and somatic practices, to meet each client’s unique needs. She utilizes play therapy and other expressive modalities to support clients in exploring and expressing themselves fully. Olivia works through a trauma-informed, multicultural lens and is committed to creating an inclusive space that honors diversity and the complexities of intersectionality.

Honors/Awards: 

• Counseling Academic and Professional Honor Society, Member, George Washington University (2024-Present)
• Graduate Research Fellowship, GW’s Graduate School of Education & Human Development (2023-2025)
• Postbaccalaureate Intramural Research Training Award, National Institutes of Health (2021-2023)
• NIMH IRP OFT Travel Award, National Institutes of Health (2022)

Practice Location

• Columbia