Joshua DeSilva
Psychologist, PsyD
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1801 Connecticut Ave NW, Suite 300, Washington, DC 20009
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Hello! Thank you for visiting my page and for considering me for your mental health needs. I am a licensed clinical psychologist in DC and Virginia. Antiracist and identity-affirming practice is very important to me. I help clients navigate mood-related concerns (e.g., anxiety and depression), relationship issues, identity conflicts, and family of origin issues, among others. Seeking out mental health services requires courage and a desire to change. I try to honor this courage by working hard to be present, warm, and responsive every time we meet. Accelerated experiential dynamic psychotherapy (AEDP) informs my work.
I specialize in individual and group therapy for adults and practice from an emotion-focused perspective. Men's mental health, and access for marginalized folks, including LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities, and clients with chronic health conditions are areas of particular expertise. Website:smithpsychotherapy.wordpress.com/about/josh-desilva/
I have offered local and national trainings on anti-oppression work and psychotherapy with organizations like NAMI and the AEDP Institute. In addition to my private practice work, I am passionate about community and state board service. Feel free to reach out for a free initial phone consultation.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $250
- Couple Sessions $250
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- Out of Network
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Joshua DeSilva
Psychologist, PsyD
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of District of Columbia / PSY200001214 Joshua DeSilva
- In Practice for 8 Years
- Certificate from National Register of Health Service Psychologists 56441 / 2019
- Degree/Diploma from American Group Psychotherapy Association CGP / 2019
- Attended George Washington University, Graduated 2016
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Joshua DeSilva
Psychologist, PsyD
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Mood Disorders
- Men's Issues
- Trauma and PTSD
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Bisexual
- Depression
- Dual Diagnosis
- Education and Learning Disabilities
- Family Conflict
- Gender identity
- Grief
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Men's mental health
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Testing and Evaluation
- Transgender
- Veterans
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Joshua DeSilva
Psychologist, PsyD
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Culturally Sensitive
- Experiential Therapy
- Integrative
- Multicultural
- Psychodynamic
- Psychological Testing and Evaluation
- Relational
- Trauma Focused
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (202) 953-3512
Joshua DeSilva
Psychologist, PsyD
Groups
Getting Connected in Times of Crisis: IP Group
This Zoom-based online therapy group, led from an interpersonal process perspective, aims to create a warm, welcoming space in which to connect and recharge during difficult times. Members will support each other and will learn ways to develop deep, authentic relationships both in group and with loved ones outside of the group. Obstacles to connection like avoidance of vulnerability, past experiences of loss or trauma, and fears of judgment and criticism will be explored. ***Participants must be DC or Virginia residents who are physically in DC or VA during group sessions.***
Age
Adults
Session Cost
$30
Group Meets
Every Wed 5:30 P.M. - 7 P.M.
Location
Joshua DeSilva, Psy.D., CGP
Arlington, VA 22209
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Location
Primary Location
Dr. Joshua DeSilva, Psy.D.
1801 Connecticut Ave NW
Suite 300
Washington, DC 20009
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Counties
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Joshua DeSilva
Psychologist, PsyD