Therapists in Washington, DC

We are CBT experts. Since it was founded in 2003 by Dr. Stephen Holland, Capital Institute for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy has been providing research-proven treatments and compassionate care. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) has been shown to be effective for a number of problems, including: depression, bipolar disorder, generalized anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), hoarding, phobias, social anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), eating disorders, insomnia, chronic pain, personality disorders, and relationship problems. Studies find most patients in CBT have significant reduction in symptoms and distress.

I am committed to providing a safe and non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. I am passionate about helping clients navigate through anxiety, depression, life shifts, relationships, dating, sexuality, gender, and trauma. I advocate for a sex-positive atmosphere, believing that sexuality is a vital part of human identity. Together, we'll explore the stories that shape your life, allowing you to better understand yourself and the patterns that may be holding you back.

Diversified Lifestyle Services (DLS) is a Mental Health Counseling and Consulting Firm dedicated to helping clients reach their full potential. We are a female, minority-owned counseling and consulting firm in the Washington metropolitan area. We provide evaluations and recommend solutions to a range of issues for individuals, couples, families, and groups. We specialize in treating a variety of mental health disorders, as well as serving those satisfying court-ordered treatment, DOT SAP evaluations, and individuals managing life stressors.

I am a Licensed Psychologist currently practicing in Washington DC with over 10 years of experience working in the field. I am also licensed in the states of Texas and Kansas, as well as certified to practice teletherapy with clients from 39 different states. I believe that without the development of self-awareness, change is difficult to make. I work to establish a warm and relaxed therapeutic environment to assist clients in learning more about themselves. I believe that this learning is necessary so that these positive changes can be sustained. I look forward to speaking with you and answering any questions that you might have.

Currently accepting new clients at DuBois Psychological and Consulting Services (DPCS). All therapy services are provided virtually, some evaluations require in-person appointments. We strive to create a warm and inviting experience for every client that we see. Are you stressed, anxious, or sad and not feeling like yourself lately? Are you ready to heal your relationship with food and improve your body image? Are you an individual or part of a team and want to perform better under pressure? Let us help you reach your full potential.

In these uncertain times, it is more important than ever to find the right person to support you as you navigate today's "new normal". I am a licensed psychologist who strives to meet the needs of all those who are struggling. Whether your concerns are being directly caused by our current changes or just exacerbated by them, I can provide the support you need. I have helped many individuals and families understand the emotional, behavioral, and familial patterns that keep them from becoming their optimal selves. I have special training and interest in working with those from diverse backgrounds and in unique family situations.

You have come to this site to ask for help. That takes courage, strength, and a willingness to look at yourself, to lean into your fears, sadness, isolation, anger, and remove these roadblocks from your life, forever. Our therapists here at TrueYou Center are authentically here for you, supporting you as you unpack all the stories of your life that have lead up to this moment, and helping you rewrite your outcome. Together, we will gently, at your own pace, find the blocks that are preventing you from having the relationships and life you imagine having.

We specialize in working with adolescents and adults struggling with various psychological challenges including depression, anxiety and trauma. We also see many individuals presenting with concerns related to relationship difficulties, impulsivity, life transitions, identity challenges, perfectionism, reduced self-esteem, and difficulty connecting with a sense of purpose. Additionally, we offer specialized assessments to support individuals in preparing for and healing from medical procedures as well as treatment to promote effective coping with chronic and acute medical conditions. If what you read about our practice resonates with you, please feel free to visit our website to learn more about our clinicians and our approach to psychological wellbeing.

The MECCA Group is comprised of a clinically and culturally diverse team of professionals who provide comprehensive services for children, adolescents, young adults, and their support systems in the Washington, DC Metropolitan area. Our dedicated team of therapeutic professionals consists of psychologists, social workers, counselors, behavior analysts, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, vocational specialists, and special educators. All professional team members have extensive knowledge and experience in providing evidence-based practices as well comprehensive holistic care to help all clients reach their highest potential and to Live Fully.

Seeking help for yourself or a child can be daunting and requires courage. I want to partner with you as you work to gain the life that you envision, help open possibilities and promote a mindset of strength, resilience and competence to tackle what may be getting in your way. As a Licensed Psychologist, with 20 years of experience as a school psychologist and counselor, I am dedicated to helping others understand and potentially change behavior and mindsets for improved functioning in settings, including work and school, and in relationships with others.

My desire is to help individuals with an array of disorders, which include depression, mood disorders, substance abuse, PTSD, grief and loss, ADHD, anxiety, family or marital discord, and anger management. My goal is to assist individuals, couples, and families in working through challenges that prevent them from living their best lives. You will be assisted in gaining the tools to maintain a successful and productive life through support, education, and a non-judgmental environment, which is essential to a successful transformation.

**Due to COVID-19, all services are virtual.** The decision to engage in the process of seeking help or making change is one that takes courage. It is important that the professional you work with has an appreciation for your story and your context.

My name is Dr. Jeff Selman and I am a licensed psychologist, Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), and a certified school psychologist. I offer evidence-based telepsychology services to individuals across the lifespan and their families. These services include autism screening and assessment, individual and family therapy, parent behavior management training and coaching, and consultation and training for schools and community agencies. My approach is grounded in cognitive behavior therapy and behavior therapy. My sessions tend to be active, goal-oriented, and engaging. I love the work and welcomes complex and challenging cases.

The Meltzer Center provides a variety of low fee assessment and therapy mental health services to individuals within the Washington, DC metro area. We are located at George Washington University, near the Foggy Bottom metro. We offer evidence-based individual, family, group (see below for current group description), and couples therapy (CBT, etc.) to address a wide variety of psychological problems, relationship issues, and personal concerns.

I believe in providing a safe, judgment-free, and supportive space for my clients. From a cognitive-behavioral approach, I aim to balance symptom relief in the present while managing life’s challenges and uncertainties. Along with this, I help develop insights and depth into why one’s struggles may be happening. I value a strong therapeutic relationship as a channel for understanding and a way to foster open and honest dialogue. My therapy style can be described as compassionate, direct, solution-oriented, and mind-body-focused. Together, we will create a personalized and flexible plan to create a more authentic and fulfilling life.

If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, substance use problems, or difficulties related to past traumatic experiences, I would like to help you to improve your quality of life. My gentle, compassionate, nonjudgmental style will enable us to create a therapeutic alliance that feels attuned and engaged. Within the context of this safe, validating relationship you can explore important personal material, increase understanding, grow, and heal.

Now accepting new Aetna clients! Being a human can be really hard sometimes. Maybe it’s hard because there’s an area in our lives where we struggle, like in our careers or relationships. Perhaps, we’ve experienced some painful times that we haven’t fully healed from or find ourselves engaging in problematic behaviors. Whatever our struggles, I’ve found that psychotherapy can help reduce our suffering and help connect us to the joy of being alive.

I am passionate about working with all minorities in society, including LGBTQ+ folx. I have experience working through taboo topics, trauma, racial identity and women's issues, and am vocal about my stance on social justice when necessary. I use an integrative approach to therapy to tailor sessions to the specific needs of each of my clients. I am humanistic, person-centered in my approach and facilitate interpersonal relational work. I am always strength based and really enjoy working with Black folx & people of color, but I am willing to work with anyone who is ready to work through current life stressors in non judgmental space.

I'm Michael Librie, Psy.D, LCSW-C, LICSW. I'm a Psychotherapist with over 35 years experience, qualified to provide integrative psychotherapy, combining techniques from various therapeutic schools to suit the needs of the client. I am delivering therapy virtually at this time in Maryland, Washington, DC and North Carolina. My approach combines traditional dynamic psychotherapy with awareness and internal inquiry processes. I partner with you to help guide you to focus inward so that you may experience your core self, listen to your soul and find your personal truth.