Therapists in 20003

I provide trauma-informed therapy to children, adolescents, and young adults.

Dr. Dunn specializes in the treatment of eating disorders, body image concerns, anxiety, OCD, depression, LGBTQ+ concerns, life transitions, relationship/interpersonal concerns, gender affirming treatment evaluations, grief/loss, identity concerns, and multicultural psychology (e.g., gender, sexuality, race/ethnicity). Trained as a counseling psychologist, he provides evidence-based, culturally centered therapy to adolescents (16+) and adults in Washington DC and Virginia. Using warmth and empathy, he helps clients examine and reflect on their lives, and move in the direction of their goals and values.

SMILE Therapy Services LLC consist of Licensed professional Therapists whose goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, we look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.

Most people that I see in my practice do not have an emotional or psychological illness but are faced with professional or relationship issues that are causing personal distress. These issues when not understood and dealt with can create symptoms of anxiety, depression and a loss of satisfaction in personal, professional, and intimate relationships. They can also interfere with the full expression of a person's unique abilities and the fulfillment of his or her goals.

Why do we cling to dysfunctional relationship patterns or engage in self-defeating behaviors, perpetuating these ways of living despite the suffering involved? The work we do addresses these concerns in the lives of adults, adolescents, and children.

(PLEASE EMAIL ALL INQUIRIES REGARDING APPOINTMENTS) I am skilled and passionate about working with teen and millennial-aged (16-35) populations. I help clients effectively cope with depression and anxiety, grief and loss, life transitions, lack of self-care, low self- esteem/self-worth and boundary issues. Using an integrative approach, I will tailor our work together to meet your goals through a combination of humor, journaling, mindfulness, homework and reading assignments. My mission is to align with you to cultivate a safe space where I am permitted the honor to see your story and journey along side of you in this transition.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist in the DMV and currently offering testing and evaluation services out of my office in Capital Hill/Barracks area. I am able to provide comprehensive psychological assessments for learning disorders, anxiety and mood disorders, attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder, academic accommodations, and admissions testing. I also provide diagnostic clarification for psychiatric disorders if you are considering assessing for treatment progress or you/your provider seek a second opinion. I provide supervision for therapy and assessments, as well as welcome teaching and research opportunities.

Is your Child or Teen having problems with anxiety, depression, or self-esteem issues? Is your family having significant parent-child conflict? I want to help you & your family achieve a healthier life. Adolescents and young adults have unique challenges that can be difficult to navigate. During these critical periods in life, many may face peer issues, family conflict, self-esteem difficulty, parent-child conflict, and difficulty with transitions (e.g., high school to college; college to career). I have approximately 10 years of experience working with these age groups. Currently, I am also available to see young adult clients.

Everyone needs a soft place to fall. The loss of a loved one disrupts everything in our lives and the intense emotions of grief can be overwhelming. This can be especially true for children who don't yet have the words to express themselves or for adolescents who are struggling with their need for emotional support but wanting to appear "normal" among their peers. Specializing in expressive therapies such as sandtray therapy, I help children, adolescents and adults cope with loss or trauma, and I help adults in need of assistance with learning more adaptive ways to cope with life's developmental challenges and changes.

I utilize individual approaches when working with adults to address concerns related to phase of life difficulties, depression, anxiety, prolonged stress, and unresolved traumas. My overall goal as a psychologist is to help individuals develop skills and understanding to improve the quality of their life. Services are self-pay only. The ideal client is an individual who is driven toward self-improvement, desires an end to their difficulties, accepts ownership of their behaviors and actions, and wants to identify the root cause of their current concerns and develop effective understanding and coping skills. www.drkimberlym.com

Ms. Paknejad has been practicing in the Washington, D.C. area for a decade, focusing on supportive services that integrate cultural sensitivity, and physical, and psychological support. Ms. Paknejad has extensive experience working with domestic and international families living and working in the DC MD VA area, including addressing changes in mood and overall functioning and focusing on issues and stresses around assimilation and acculturation due to changes in one's personal and professional settings. Through the use of solution focused techniques, Ms. Paknejad's clients are able to achieve measurable improvements.

As a therapist, I integrate cognitive-behavioral and humanistic theories, which I find effective in building meaningful therapeutic relationships while simultaneously challenging and restructuring thoughts and modifying relevant behaviors. My personal and professional experiences living in different parts of the world have increased my sensitivity to the differences in how individuals from different cultural backgrounds experience mental health concerns and seek treatment. As such, I am passionate about making mental health resources accessible to a wide range of communities, and strive to provide culturally sensitive treatments.

At Mind Body Health, we have psychologists who specialize in the treatment of anxiety disorders, OCD, trauma, eating disorders, insomnia, weight management and depression. We also have dietitians who work with you to help you achieve optimal health. We have a strong understanding of how your physical health and diet affect your mental health and vice versa. We use approaches based in research and tailor our interventions to each individual.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in assessment for children and adolescents. I conduct independent school admissions testing, as well as more comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations to assess for learning disorders, ADHD, and developmental delay. The goal of my evaluations is to identify my client's learning style and understand the individual as a whole person. I strive to provide feedback that is thorough, objective, well-reasoned, and understandable. My written reports include straightforward results and practical, solution-focused recommendations for parents and teachers. These reports are often used for educational planning and to request academic support and accommodations.

** ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS (TELEHEALTH AND IN-PERSON) We work with AGES 4-99 (CHILDREN AND ADULTS) with anxiety disorders (e.g., Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Panic Disorder, Social Anxiety Disorder, Separation Anxiety Disorder, Specific Phobia, and Generalized Anxiety Disorder), School Refusal, "Failure to Launch" syndrome, Obsessive-Compulsive Spectrum Disorders (e.g., Skin Picking, Trichotillomania), and depression. We work with those exhibiting behavioral problems (e.g., ADHD, toileting issues). Our ideal client is interested in a collaborative friendly relationship, where we work hard towards achieving therapy goals.

There is beauty in life. Yet, there is also pain and discomfort. So I hold spaces for you to sit with life. I also create space for you to fully embrace yourself and your gifts. So you can gain and maintain perspective and strength as you exit therapy. Together, you can process, validate, and overcome life's unexpected events, situations, sorrow and disappointments. I believe in healing and growth, and I will be honored to facilitate space for your holistic healing - mind, body, and spirit.

LGBQ+, Nonbinary & Trans affirming mental health care. Clients who work with me are interested in symptom relief (anxiety, dysphoria, grief, etc...), and also invested in the journey of self-discovery. Therapy is a means to explore new ways of thinking and to improve emotional connections to self and others. Life transitions, trauma, stress, and grief can take a toll on your wellbeing. Helping clients meet their goals is my top priority & incorporating your insights is key to meeting those goals. I focus my work on treating survivors of sexual trauma and working with LGBTQIA+ populations on their journeys of identity discovery.

If you are struggling to cope with stress and anxiety from past or ongoing difficulties (such as school/work stress, friendship/relationship problems, bullying, or family dynamics), I can help you process and problem-solve your experiences and offer a path forward. This includes learning coping skills and interpersonal effectiveness, as well as examining thought and behavior patterns. I enjoy working collaboratively with my clients to help them be the best version of themselves by helping them to identify their goals and to leverage their strengths to meet those goals.

Hemi (she/her) is passionate about working with families and couples to connect with each other, while helping individuals learn about themselves and helping them feel grounded in their identity. She works with single parents, teenagers, and children as young as 4 years old. She offers positive parenting skill building to help parents connect more with their children, and builds greater empathy, trust, and respect. She offers you and your family a safe space to heal and reconnect.

Individuals frequently find themselves feeling stuck: in seemingly repeating patterns, with symptoms of anxiety and depression, or with pain from the past. Whether you are struggling in your connection with yourself and others, in your relationship with food and your body, or in your processing of past trauma and hurt, I believe that a warm and collaborative therapeutic relationship can facilitate healing, growth, and change.