The Viva Center

The Viva Center You have the power to heal. We're here to help. Imagine a life where you transcend struggles. Your journey to well-being is unique.

Break free from emotional burdens by exploring cutting-edge psychotherapy avenues to resilience and well-being. Discover powerful trauma-informed “non-talk” therapeutic approaches that empower you to heal and thrive, leaving behind the baggage of the past and embracing a brighter future. Viva Clinicians are trained in a comprehensive range of therapeutic approaches. This allows you to experience a

personalized treatment plan that combines various therapies, such as EMDR, Brainspotting, CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and more, custom-tailored to your needs. Viva offers Telehealth, In-person & Hybrid therapy options in DC, Maryland and Virginia.

08/22/2026

In our newest episode, Dr. Julie Lopez sits down with Taylor Kampia, Co-Founder & CEO of Make A Scene Media, to explore what it truly means to create trauma-informed media and production.

A conversation about storytelling with care, creating emotionally safe spaces, understanding the impact of trauma, and how media can be produced in ways that support rather than retraumatize those involved.

🎧 LISTEN NOW: https://www.vivapartnership.com/podcast/eep-26-taylor-kampia-trauma-informed-storytelling-inspiring-without-causing-harm/

08/22/2026

In our newest episode, Dr. Julie Lopez sits down with Taylor Kampia, Co-Founder & CEO of Make A Scene Media, to explore what it truly means to create trauma-informed media and production.

A conversation about storytelling with care, creating emotionally safe spaces, understanding the impact of trauma, and how media can be produced in ways that support rather than retraumatize those involved.

🎧 LINK IN BIO TO LISTEN NOW 🎧

Not all nervous system dysregulation feels like obvious stress.Sometimes it looks like being constantly irritated, strug...
08/20/2026

Not all nervous system dysregulation feels like obvious stress.

Sometimes it looks like being constantly irritated, struggling to relax, feeling disconnected from yourself, or staying busy because slowing down feels uncomfortable.

You may not even think of these things as “stress.” But your body can still be carrying the message that it isn’t safe to fully settle.

Learning to notice these signals is often the first step toward understanding what your body actually needs.

Sometimes anxiety, tension, exhaustion, or feeling on edge can show up in the body before we even understand what's happ...
08/18/2026

Sometimes anxiety, tension, exhaustion, or feeling on edge can show up in the body before we even understand what's happening.

Your body may be responding to experiences that are difficult to put into words.

That's one reason healing doesn't always have to start with talking. Sometimes, the body needs to be part of the process, too.

Healing isn't about reaching a point where life is perfect or nothing ever feels hard again.It's about building the tool...
08/15/2026

Healing isn't about reaching a point where life is perfect or nothing ever feels hard again.

It's about building the tools, resilience, and self-awareness to navigate life's challenges with greater ease and compassion.

Every step forward, no matter how small, is part of the journey.

08/13/2026

In our newest episode, Dr. Julie Lopez sits down with Taylor Kampia, Co-Founder & CEO of Make A Scene Media, to explore what it truly means to create trauma-informed media and production.

A conversation about storytelling with care, creating emotionally safe spaces, understanding the impact of trauma, and how media can be produced in ways that support rather than retraumatize those involved.

🎧LISTEN NOW: https://www.vivapartnership.com/podcast/eep-26-taylor-kampia-trauma-informed-storytelling-inspiring-without-causing-harm/

There are a lot of misconceptions about trauma therapy, and they often keep people from reaching out for help.The truth ...
08/11/2026

There are a lot of misconceptions about trauma therapy, and they often keep people from reaching out for help.

The truth is that trauma therapy isn't about forcing yourself to relive painful experiences. It's about helping your nervous system feel safer, building resilience, and creating new patterns that support healing.

Whether your experiences feel "big" or "small," your story matters.

Life isn't about avoiding setbacks, it's about discovering that you have the capacity to move through them.Every challen...
08/08/2026

Life isn't about avoiding setbacks, it's about discovering that you have the capacity to move through them.

Every challenge, every stumble, and every step forward is part of your story. Healing doesn't erase what you've been through, but it can help you carry it differently and move forward with greater resilience.

One step at a time is still progress.

08/06/2026

In our newest episode, Dr. Julie Lopez sits down with Taylor Kampia, Co-Founder & CEO of Make A Scene Media, to explore what it truly means to create trauma-informed media and production.

A conversation about storytelling with care, creating emotionally safe spaces, understanding the impact of trauma, and how media can be produced in ways that support rather than retraumatize those involved.

🎧Listen on your preferred platform: https://tr.ee/RM_y1le_Fq

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1633 Q Street NW Suite 200
Washington D.C., DC
20009

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Tuesday 7am - 9pm
Wednesday 7am - 9pm
Thursday 7am - 9pm
Friday 7am - 9pm
Saturday 10am - 2pm
Sunday 9pm - 12pm

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