Therapists in 20016

In each of us there is a wise and compassionate Self. It is already there, and does not have to be created or developed. Too often, however, our access to this Self is obscured by protective and sometimes conflicting thoughts and emotions. These protections were put in place for a reason, but can become outdated and even dysfunctional as we mature. In our therapy together we will uncover what is being protected, release old patterns and emotions, and create space for this wise Self to take a larger role in your life.

I take a serious approach to serious problems. Behaviors you've tried to stop, such as anger outbursts, self-criticism, and self-doubt, damage your life, work, and relationships. My therapy approach is collaborative, interactive, and intensive. We form a partnership to get to the root of the problem and give you relief as quickly as possible. We use your strengths to heal the broken parts and achieve the goals you identify, in an atmosphere of safety and acceptance in which you can be yourself without fear of shame, blame, or judgment. Take charge of your life -- contact me today!

In my 20 years of clinical, academic, and advocacy experience, I have worked with clients who present with a wide range of issues. I specialize in recovery from trauma (particularly childhood abuse/neglect, sexual assault and domestic violence), successful movement through life transitions (young adulthood, career, parenthood, mid-life and loss), and repair of interpersonal relationships (including a specialty in couples therapy). I have advanced training in both trauma treatment and couples therapy, which uniquely positions me to treat couples where one or both partners have a trauma history.

For over 35 years, I've helped people face their most difficult challenges with insight and empathy. I believe strongly that your courage to seek my help should be met with warmth, respect, and understanding. Our work starts with who you are and who you might want to be, with the therapy tailored to your unique strengths and needs. You'll find my style engaging and honest, with elements of coaching, mentoring and a lot of feedback. Humor is my hallmark, too, because it not only enlivens the work, but also often leads to creative solutions.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the District of Columbia. I have extensive experience working with children and teenagers ages 5-18, as well as adults 18+. I have worked with individuals who experience grief, anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, anger outbursts, and stage of life transitions. I also have experience working with couples and families who are experiencing ineffective communication styles, anxiety, depression, and trauma.

There are times when things are not going as well as we'd like in our family, social or work relationships. You may feel alone, depressed, anxious, or have conflict or discomfort with those you care about. In my psychotherapy practice I help couples and individuals restore their sense of well being and connection. People learn how to be more present and intentional about their interactions and decisions, in accordance with what is most important to them. Partners learn to be safely available to each other through a dialogue process that teaches more effective listening, deeper understanding and empathy.

I help parents who are struggling with challenges with their young child (0-6 years) around any number of issues, including: sleep, feeding, potty learning, cooperation, getting through daily routines, discipline, challenges functioning in a group setting, developing positive peer relationships, learning to develop self-regulation, and managing sibling rivalry. I help parents understand what makes their child tick and how to meet their needs, especially when it comes to how to discipline using positive, not punitive approaches.

Are you troubled by your teen's mood, decision-making skills, or grades? Do you have concerns about your child's development, learning, or behavior? I help children, teens, and families to handle life's challenges. Children respond well to me because I welcome them just as they are. Teens like that I can speak with them in plain language, about issues they face growing up in an increasingly complex and technologically-advanced world. Parents appreciate that I work from a strengths-based and empowerment model.

Tailoring therapy to each client while creating an environment that enables my clients to feel empowered and confident throughout our work is critical to my approach. Experienced in working with children, adolescents, and adults, Two-Person Psychology and Relational Theory are models where the therapist is part of the therapeutic process, so my clients won't feel alone during our time working together. As a couples therapist, I am trained in Gottman Method Couples Theory: the goals of which are to increase verbal communication, intimacy, and respect to ultimately create empathy and mutual understanding within the relationship.

Jamie's therapeutic focus is on you and your unique perception of your daily life and surrounding environment. It is explored through verbal and symbolic forms of individual and group psychotherapy. This process creates a focused consciousness on your personal inner perceptions regarding who you are and who you want to become. As a Washingtonian herself, Jamie understands the challenges you face while living in a demanding city where many people feel a balanced lifestyle is unattainable. Jamie is most gifted in her work with individuals who have a history of disordered eating, grief and loss, trauma, and abuse.

I specialize in Career Counseling. Most people experience career challenges at some time(s) in their lives. Right now, you might be thinking a lot about your career. Your job may be insecure. Or you may be wondering whether you would be happier in a new job or career. For 18 years I've had the privilege of helping clients explore and sometimes change to a new career; find a new job (including resume tailoring and interview practice); and tackle on-the-job problems (difficult bosses top the list).

Grief is a natural response to a bereavement or a loss of any kind, but the distress you understandably feel today need not be incapacitating or unnecessarily prolonged. My approach will help you come to terms with your new reality, while retaining a healthy and positive psychological relationship with the loved ones you have cherished, but who are now no longer physically present. We will work together to establish new strategies for living a fulfilling and joyful life - a life that can be continually enriched by the happy memories of times gone by. A life of gratitude, rather than regret.

For many, this current period of uncertainty and global distress has increased pre-existing stress and interpersonal issues. I am here to help. I work collaboratively with my clients to honor who they are, help make sense of their emotional responses to daily experiences, and guide them to become more authentic in their relationships. My approach is nonjudgmental, reflective and oftentimes playful. During our sessions, I help clients make connections between current problems and past struggles. Understanding these patterns builds self-awareness and helps create more adaptive ways of coping with stress and relating to others.

Congratulations! You just made an important step in the change process and are on your way to positive growth and wellness. This is an essential ingredient in your future success! You are not alone. Healing and success are possible and I want to help you get there. Through empirically supported teletherapy and virtual consultation and supervision services, I will work with you to overcome adversity and secure fresh perspectives and new directions for the next phase of life. You are wonderfully made in body, mind, and spirit. Wholeness and success are within reach. Let me support you in your journey!

I am a bilingual therapist in English and Amherik with over 12 years of clinical experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families in individual and group counseling settings. I have worked with a diverse population of ethnic minorities including Ethiopians. I specialize in depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma, self-esteem, substance use and addiction, life transitions and stress, and grief and loss.

I believe healthy, trusting, connected relationships are the cornerstones of strong mental strength. Whether you’re coming in for couples counseling or individual therapy, I approach everything from a relational lens. When you feel fulfilled and empowered in your interpersonal relationships, you’re better equipped to handle the many stressors life presents.

When feelings overwhelm us, it's hard to think through problems. My focus is on the struggles that we all experience at some point in our lives: loneliness, lack of self esteem or meaning, and loss. In working collaboratively, we can understand symptoms of depression and anxiety to alleviate their impact. In time, you will be able to rediscover a sense of confidence and purpose.

For thirty years, I've worked with individuals, couples and families facing the difficult challenges that we all can face at times. Whether you are dealing with depression, anxiety, feeling stuck at work, struggling to connect with a partner, coping with the pain and frustration of infertility, therapy can help relieve the pain and improve your capacity to cope and to connect with others. I am committed to helping my clients make changes in their lives that can lead them to greater fulfillment and happiness.

In my practice, I combine a scientific approach to therapy in the context of compassion and empathy for my clients. I try to express the Rogerian triad: empathy, congruence, and unconditional, positive regard of my client. Using this foundation, I customize the treatment to the specific needs of the client which are unique. My techniques are drawn from a variety of theoretical positions, primarily Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) supplemented by insights from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Radically Open Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance Commitment Therapy.

“There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you” – Maya Angelou. Catie strives to create a nurturing space filled with authenticity, mutual empathy, collaboration, and humor. She sees the best in her clients and takes pride in walking towards authenticity, empowerment, and improved self-esteem with them. Catie is dedicated to creating a safe space in her practice for the stories of all gender identities and cultures to be seen and heard. Catie’s work is grounded in Relational-Cultural Therapy (RCT), which believes that individuals grow through connectedness, and that disconnection is a major source of suffering.