Therapists in Washington, DC
At the heart of my work is the belief that therapy is a sacred and deeply personal journey—one that you graciously invite me to walk alongside you. As your therapist, my role is to support you in gaining a deeper understanding of yourself, clarifying what truly matters, and encouraging you as you move forward on your authentic chosen path. I trust that the answers you seek already reside within you, and I am here to help you access and connect with that inner wisdom.
At the heart of my work is the belief that therapy is a sacred and deeply personal journey—one that you graciously invite me to walk alongside you. As your therapist, my role is to support you in gaining a deeper understanding of yourself, clarifying what truly matters, and encouraging you as you move forward on your authentic chosen path. I trust that the answers you seek already reside within you, and I am here to help you access and connect with that inner wisdom.
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!
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 believe Therapy is a lifelong commitment to healing as you are ever growing, changing, and evolving. While being a part of your journey, I am committed to a few specific areas and would like to:
Help you understand that growth can be an uncomfortable process but I am here to assist you better navigate growing pains and to look for opportunities to learn from those discomforts.
Invite you to learn who you were and how you can get back to that person before your environmental and life experiences shaped and shifted your self-concept and -esteem into an unhealthy self-view.
I believe Therapy is a lifelong commitment to healing as you are ever growing, changing, and evolving. While being a part of your journey, I am committed to a few specific areas and would like to:
Help you understand that growth can be an uncomfortable process but I am here to assist you better navigate growing pains and to look for opportunities to learn from those discomforts.
Invite you to learn who you were and how you can get back to that person before your environmental and life experiences shaped and shifted your self-concept and -esteem into an unhealthy self-view.
I genuinely enjoy being able to help individuals achieve real and observable changes in their lives. At some point in life, most of us encounter personal roadblocks that undermine growth and create stress and unhappiness. Through my work I help people facing a wide a variety of difficulties at all levels of severity to achieve more happy and fulfilling lives. While I enjoy working with all individuals, I also have specialized experience in counseling active and veteran military service members, trauma survivors, and women.
I genuinely enjoy being able to help individuals achieve real and observable changes in their lives. At some point in life, most of us encounter personal roadblocks that undermine growth and create stress and unhappiness. Through my work I help people facing a wide a variety of difficulties at all levels of severity to achieve more happy and fulfilling lives. While I enjoy working with all individuals, I also have specialized experience in counseling active and veteran military service members, trauma survivors, and women.
Many people suffer under the weight of their sadness, fear, anger, and pain; others struggle to feel anything at all. Our self-esteem, relationships, or work can suffer as old cognitive, emotional, and behavioral paradigms are applied to new situations, often outside of our awareness. While it may seem daunting, exploring your thoughts, feelings, and experiences within the context of a safe therapeutic relationship can increase your access to, your awareness of, and your sense of control over your internal world. Through this process, you will find your strength, resilience, agency, and, ultimately, your freedom to more effectively shape your external world.
Many people suffer under the weight of their sadness, fear, anger, and pain; others struggle to feel anything at all. Our self-esteem, relationships, or work can suffer as old cognitive, emotional, and behavioral paradigms are applied to new situations, often outside of our awareness. While it may seem daunting, exploring your thoughts, feelings, and experiences within the context of a safe therapeutic relationship can increase your access to, your awareness of, and your sense of control over your internal world. Through this process, you will find your strength, resilience, agency, and, ultimately, your freedom to more effectively shape your external world.
You desperately want to change but find yourself recreating the same painful patterns. You feel stuck—unsure of how to move forward.
Perhaps you’ve tried talk therapy but found that rehashing your life experiences provided only temporary relief. You may have even tried to think differently but still couldn't change how you felt.
I use mind-body treatment approaches to address the effects of unresolved trauma still living in the body, quietly shaping your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Together, we’ll work to uncover what’s holding you back, so you can truly heal and step into a freer, more joyful life.
You desperately want to change but find yourself recreating the same painful patterns. You feel stuck—unsure of how to move forward.
Perhaps you’ve tried talk therapy but found that rehashing your life experiences provided only temporary relief. You may have even tried to think differently but still couldn't change how you felt.
I use mind-body treatment approaches to address the effects of unresolved trauma still living in the body, quietly shaping your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Together, we’ll work to uncover what’s holding you back, so you can truly heal and step into a freer, more joyful life.
I provide individual online therapy for adults in the Washington, DC metro area, with a focus on managing anxiety, depression, stress management, life transitions, and more. My counseling style is a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy and reality therapy, with a person-centered and multicultural approach.
Online therapy sessions are client directed while I provide guidance, support, techniques, and clinical insight into the client’s experience. My role is to provide a strong therapeutic relationship through empathy, genuineness, and positive regard in order to enable the individual to develop the skills to change and grow.
I provide individual online therapy for adults in the Washington, DC metro area, with a focus on managing anxiety, depression, stress management, life transitions, and more. My counseling style is a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy and reality therapy, with a person-centered and multicultural approach.
Online therapy sessions are client directed while I provide guidance, support, techniques, and clinical insight into the client’s experience. My role is to provide a strong therapeutic relationship through empathy, genuineness, and positive regard in order to enable the individual to develop the skills to change and grow.
Are you struggling with relationships, feelings of rejection, or healing from past trauma? Do you find yourself stuck on intrusive thoughts or having a hard time breaking habits? Have you ever felt that you are “too much” or "not enough"? Even if these symptoms have persisted for years… even if you’ve tried therapy before and it wasn’t as helpful as you’d like, hope is not lost. With a background in outpatient and inpatient work, I am well suited to address the types of issues that range in severity.
Are you struggling with relationships, feelings of rejection, or healing from past trauma? Do you find yourself stuck on intrusive thoughts or having a hard time breaking habits? Have you ever felt that you are “too much” or "not enough"? Even if these symptoms have persisted for years… even if you’ve tried therapy before and it wasn’t as helpful as you’d like, hope is not lost. With a background in outpatient and inpatient work, I am well suited to address the types of issues that range in severity.
I'm glad you're here. Making the decision to begin therapy takes courage to ask for the help you need. I am passionate about my work with clients and find great meaning and value in being part of this chapter of your life. I primarily have experience working with anxiety, and depression, as well as relational, acute, and childhood traumas. I have specialized training in the integration of spirituality and psychological concerns including crisis of faith and/or navigating sexuality.
I'm glad you're here. Making the decision to begin therapy takes courage to ask for the help you need. I am passionate about my work with clients and find great meaning and value in being part of this chapter of your life. I primarily have experience working with anxiety, and depression, as well as relational, acute, and childhood traumas. I have specialized training in the integration of spirituality and psychological concerns including crisis of faith and/or navigating sexuality.
I create a collaborative environment centered on the premise that you are expert of your own life. Using a holistic, multicultural lens, I both affirm and challenge clients to help discern goals, values, & beliefs as well as their origins. I use an integrated approach with Acceptance & Commitment Theory (ACT) as its foundation. I incorporate techniques to help clients accept what is beyond their control as well as take values-based action in the present to create a more fulfilling life. Additionally, I integrate both Attachment and Family Systems Theory to encourage better understanding of interpersonal roles and desired boundaries.
I create a collaborative environment centered on the premise that you are expert of your own life. Using a holistic, multicultural lens, I both affirm and challenge clients to help discern goals, values, & beliefs as well as their origins. I use an integrated approach with Acceptance & Commitment Theory (ACT) as its foundation. I incorporate techniques to help clients accept what is beyond their control as well as take values-based action in the present to create a more fulfilling life. Additionally, I integrate both Attachment and Family Systems Theory to encourage better understanding of interpersonal roles and desired boundaries.
Charlene Fletcher earned her Masters of Arts in Social Work, from Howard University in 2010. She has over 15 years of experience providing counseling services to individuals, couples, and families. Charlene focuses on providing individualized treatment to ensure that she is able to meet their needs to improve their mental health and overall quality of their lives. She provides an environment where clients can feel safe and supported while collaboratively working towards their healing journey.
Charlene Fletcher earned her Masters of Arts in Social Work, from Howard University in 2010. She has over 15 years of experience providing counseling services to individuals, couples, and families. Charlene focuses on providing individualized treatment to ensure that she is able to meet their needs to improve their mental health and overall quality of their lives. She provides an environment where clients can feel safe and supported while collaboratively working towards their healing journey.
I get it, It's hard out here. In a world that demands more than it gives, it is imperative that one develops their voice to speak their truth & find their way to liberation and connection. My approach to therapy blends relational insight, holistic practices, & trauma-informed interventions to guide you toward healing and personal growth. As a therapist working from an interpersonal/relational lens, I believe that healing happens within the context of relationships—both with others & with yourself. Together, we’ll explore patterns in your relationships, gain insight into your emotional world, & foster self-compassion & connection
I get it, It's hard out here. In a world that demands more than it gives, it is imperative that one develops their voice to speak their truth & find their way to liberation and connection. My approach to therapy blends relational insight, holistic practices, & trauma-informed interventions to guide you toward healing and personal growth. As a therapist working from an interpersonal/relational lens, I believe that healing happens within the context of relationships—both with others & with yourself. Together, we’ll explore patterns in your relationships, gain insight into your emotional world, & foster self-compassion & connection
I work with couples who want to rebuild closeness, strengthen their foundation, or navigate challenges with greater connection. Using Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), I help partners recognize the patterns that keep them stuck and build new ways of reaching for one another with honesty and care.
I also work with individuals who want to feel more grounded, connected, and purposeful in their lives. Integrating Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), I help clients understand their inner experiences, relate more compassionately to themselves, and take steps towards the life they want to live.
I work with couples who want to rebuild closeness, strengthen their foundation, or navigate challenges with greater connection. Using Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), I help partners recognize the patterns that keep them stuck and build new ways of reaching for one another with honesty and care.
I also work with individuals who want to feel more grounded, connected, and purposeful in their lives. Integrating Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), I help clients understand their inner experiences, relate more compassionately to themselves, and take steps towards the life they want to live.
My clinical expertise is in issues related to emotional regulation, trauma, loss, and early life attachment experiences. I have a particular interest in supporting parents of young children. My approach can broadly be described as insight oriented and rooted in attachment, relational, and interpersonal theories as well as self-psychology. My expertise rests on meaningful personal experiences and on continuing rigorous training and teaching.
My clinical expertise is in issues related to emotional regulation, trauma, loss, and early life attachment experiences. I have a particular interest in supporting parents of young children. My approach can broadly be described as insight oriented and rooted in attachment, relational, and interpersonal theories as well as self-psychology. My expertise rests on meaningful personal experiences and on continuing rigorous training and teaching.
Kimberly Crooks is a compassionate and collaborative mental health professional who brings a diverse background in education, clinical social work, and substance use recovery. She earned her Master of Social Work from Howard University and has since worked in both school-based and intensive outpatient settings.
Before entering the clinical field, Kimberly worked as a classroom teacher, which helped shape her understanding of child and adolescent development, as well as the broader systemic and familial challenges that impact mental health.
Kimberly Crooks is a compassionate and collaborative mental health professional who brings a diverse background in education, clinical social work, and substance use recovery. She earned her Master of Social Work from Howard University and has since worked in both school-based and intensive outpatient settings.
Before entering the clinical field, Kimberly worked as a classroom teacher, which helped shape her understanding of child and adolescent development, as well as the broader systemic and familial challenges that impact mental health.
My practice best fits the person who shows up for everyone, but also needs support. My practice also fits those who are struggling to adjust to life situations and circumstances, and adults who are experiencing symptoms depression and anxiety.
My practice best fits the person who shows up for everyone, but also needs support. My practice also fits those who are struggling to adjust to life situations and circumstances, and adults who are experiencing symptoms depression and anxiety.
My name is Qiana Broadnax, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in Maryland, D.C., and Virginia. I received my master's degree from University of Maryland, Baltimore with a specialization in mental health and sub specialization in substance use. I have been practicing for 10 years and have helped adults, adolescents, and children better manage anxiety, depression, relationships, stress, and trauma. I allow the client to take the lead in their treatment. This is your session, and I want you to get the most out of it and focus on what you feel is a priority.
My name is Qiana Broadnax, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in Maryland, D.C., and Virginia. I received my master's degree from University of Maryland, Baltimore with a specialization in mental health and sub specialization in substance use. I have been practicing for 10 years and have helped adults, adolescents, and children better manage anxiety, depression, relationships, stress, and trauma. I allow the client to take the lead in their treatment. This is your session, and I want you to get the most out of it and focus on what you feel is a priority.
Jess
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MEd&HD, EMDR, KAP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Many people don’t realize their symptoms—like anxiety, depression, or feeling stuck—are rooted in unresolved trauma. I help clients get to the root of their pain using EMDR (certified), EMDR 2.0, the Four Blinks Flash technique, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP). These modalities work well together to gently and effectively process trauma, not just manage symptoms.
Many people don’t realize their symptoms—like anxiety, depression, or feeling stuck—are rooted in unresolved trauma. I help clients get to the root of their pain using EMDR (certified), EMDR 2.0, the Four Blinks Flash technique, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP). These modalities work well together to gently and effectively process trauma, not just manage symptoms.
I help clients explore who they are, where they’ve been, and where they want to go to make choices that feel authentic and aligned with their values. I enjoy working with individuals who are curious about themselves and motivated to live in closer alignment with who they are. I have a special interest in helping clients navigate life transitions, identity shifts, and challenges around motivation, relationships, and boundaries. I strive to be culturally responsive, creating a space that honors each client’s unique background and lived experience.
I help clients explore who they are, where they’ve been, and where they want to go to make choices that feel authentic and aligned with their values. I enjoy working with individuals who are curious about themselves and motivated to live in closer alignment with who they are. I have a special interest in helping clients navigate life transitions, identity shifts, and challenges around motivation, relationships, and boundaries. I strive to be culturally responsive, creating a space that honors each client’s unique background and lived experience.
Losing a loved one can be the most difficult time in your life. Emotions are often surprising in their strength or mildness. Grief often breaks a person completely from the inside out. Grieving is hard work; you can get worn out and feel battered. It can take a lot longer to work through grief than most people realize. People around you may think it’s helpful for you to not talk or cry or focus on your loss but actually, this is just what people need to do. The goal is to not stay stuck, to move through it—and this is part of the process. Find wholeness through trauma informed talk therapy, yoga, mindfulness.
Losing a loved one can be the most difficult time in your life. Emotions are often surprising in their strength or mildness. Grief often breaks a person completely from the inside out. Grieving is hard work; you can get worn out and feel battered. It can take a lot longer to work through grief than most people realize. People around you may think it’s helpful for you to not talk or cry or focus on your loss but actually, this is just what people need to do. The goal is to not stay stuck, to move through it—and this is part of the process. Find wholeness through trauma informed talk therapy, yoga, mindfulness.
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Number of Therapists in Washington, DC
3,000+
Average cost per session
$185
Therapists in Washington, DC who prioritize treating:
| 93% | Anxiety |
| 87% | Depression |
| 79% | Relationship Issues |
| 74% | Self Esteem |
| 69% | Stress |
| 66% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 66% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
13 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 66% | Aetna |
| 63% | Cigna and Evernorth |
| 60% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
How Therapists in Washington, DC see their clients
| 50% | In Person and Online | |
| 50% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 80% | Female | |
| 18% | Male | |
| 2% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Washington?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.


