Art Therapy in Adams Morgan, Washington, DC
My clients often come to me ambivalent but ready to invest in their emotional well-being. They may be navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, burnout, or major life transitions and want more than surface-level coping strategies. They’re seeking insight, clarity, and real change — not quick fixes. They value thoughtful support, meaningful reflection, and a therapist who can both challenge and guide them. If you’re ready to understand yourself more deeply and build a more grounded, fulfilling life, we may be a great fit.
My clients often come to me ambivalent but ready to invest in their emotional well-being. They may be navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, burnout, or major life transitions and want more than surface-level coping strategies. They’re seeking insight, clarity, and real change — not quick fixes. They value thoughtful support, meaningful reflection, and a therapist who can both challenge and guide them. If you’re ready to understand yourself more deeply and build a more grounded, fulfilling life, we may be a great fit.
Many first-time therapy clients are looking for answers as to why they struggle with everyday life experiences that most others "seem" to easily handle. With 20 years of experience, I am skilled at addressing an individual's therapeutic needs using the field's gold standard in treatment. I have enjoyed working with young adults on managing, minimizing, and even eliminating their symptoms when it comes to the full spectrum of anxiety disorders. In recent years, I've obtained certifications in treating ADHD, Autism, OCD, addiction, and CPTSD (complex trauma), as these are very often underlying anxiety and relational challenges.
Many first-time therapy clients are looking for answers as to why they struggle with everyday life experiences that most others "seem" to easily handle. With 20 years of experience, I am skilled at addressing an individual's therapeutic needs using the field's gold standard in treatment. I have enjoyed working with young adults on managing, minimizing, and even eliminating their symptoms when it comes to the full spectrum of anxiety disorders. In recent years, I've obtained certifications in treating ADHD, Autism, OCD, addiction, and CPTSD (complex trauma), as these are very often underlying anxiety and relational challenges.
Are you grappling with intense emotions or painful memories, navigating life transitions, or seeking a space for open conversation and self-discovery? Do you experience anxiety, tension, or overwhelm, or wonder why you feel irritable, tearful, or unable to enjoy your usual activities? In times of stress, people often withdraw, avoid, or adopt other unhealthy habits, only to find it makes them feel worse. You probably long for more effective ways to cope, handle your emotions, and work towards a healthier, more fulfilling life.
Are you grappling with intense emotions or painful memories, navigating life transitions, or seeking a space for open conversation and self-discovery? Do you experience anxiety, tension, or overwhelm, or wonder why you feel irritable, tearful, or unable to enjoy your usual activities? In times of stress, people often withdraw, avoid, or adopt other unhealthy habits, only to find it makes them feel worse. You probably long for more effective ways to cope, handle your emotions, and work towards a healthier, more fulfilling life.
I am trained in anti-oppressive, trauma-informed therapy and yoga, which supports my holistic approach to care, integrating mindfulness, somatic embodiment, and spirituality. My work centers queer people of color and adult children of immigrants through grief, intergenerational and attachment trauma, and cultural identity exploration.
I am trained in anti-oppressive, trauma-informed therapy and yoga, which supports my holistic approach to care, integrating mindfulness, somatic embodiment, and spirituality. My work centers queer people of color and adult children of immigrants through grief, intergenerational and attachment trauma, and cultural identity exploration.
My ideal client is seeking more than traditional therapy. They want creative, playful ways to reconnect with joy and their authentic self. They may be navigating complex identities and need a supportive space to explore these. Often, they feel stuck or disconnected due to trauma, societal/familial expectations, or a desire for deeper self-awareness. Their goals may be about rediscovering their creativity, unlocking/understanding parts of their identity, and building deeper, more authentic connections in their relationships. They come to me ready for a dynamic, interactive approach that fosters growth and healing.
My ideal client is seeking more than traditional therapy. They want creative, playful ways to reconnect with joy and their authentic self. They may be navigating complex identities and need a supportive space to explore these. Often, they feel stuck or disconnected due to trauma, societal/familial expectations, or a desire for deeper self-awareness. Their goals may be about rediscovering their creativity, unlocking/understanding parts of their identity, and building deeper, more authentic connections in their relationships. They come to me ready for a dynamic, interactive approach that fosters growth and healing.
I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families, integrating talk therapy, art therapy, mindfulness, somatic approaches, and Instinctual Trauma Response (ITR) to meet each person’s unique needs and goals.
You may be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, emotionally shut down, or stuck in patterns that keep repeating in your relationships or daily life. Perhaps you’re navigating trauma, a difficult life transition, or carrying the impact of early experiences that continue to shape how you feel, cope, and connect with others. Often, these patterns are survival responses that developed in earlier environments where you had to adapt to cope. Therapy offers a space to understand these responses with compassion, make sense of where they come from, and begin creating more intentional ways of relating to yourself and others.
I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families, integrating talk therapy, art therapy, mindfulness, somatic approaches, and Instinctual Trauma Response (ITR) to meet each person’s unique needs and goals.
You may be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, emotionally shut down, or stuck in patterns that keep repeating in your relationships or daily life. Perhaps you’re navigating trauma, a difficult life transition, or carrying the impact of early experiences that continue to shape how you feel, cope, and connect with others. Often, these patterns are survival responses that developed in earlier environments where you had to adapt to cope. Therapy offers a space to understand these responses with compassion, make sense of where they come from, and begin creating more intentional ways of relating to yourself and others.
Elizabeth Kim
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR-BC, GC-C
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Office & Art Studio in Fairfax, VA.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Registered Board Certified Art Therapist, Certified Grief Counselor I offer personalized sessions that tailor to meet your unique needs and goals. Establishing and maintaining emotional safety is important to me. It's important that we move at a pace that is comfortable for you.
Office & Art Studio in Fairfax, VA.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Registered Board Certified Art Therapist, Certified Grief Counselor I offer personalized sessions that tailor to meet your unique needs and goals. Establishing and maintaining emotional safety is important to me. It's important that we move at a pace that is comfortable for you.
Kandace Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I’m a behavioral health therapist and vocational rehabilitation counselor committed to helping people learn how to build confidence and love within themselves and healthier relationships with others. I also assist veterans and others in transition - whether it’s a career change, new health concerns, or a change in family dynamics.
I’m a behavioral health therapist and vocational rehabilitation counselor committed to helping people learn how to build confidence and love within themselves and healthier relationships with others. I also assist veterans and others in transition - whether it’s a career change, new health concerns, or a change in family dynamics.
Is stress or anxiety affecting more than just your mood? You may find yourself lying awake at night, constantly overthinking, feeling emotionally exhausted, or noticing that stress is beginning to impact your relationships, work, or even your physical health. From the outside, you may seem like you're holding everything together, while inside you feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or like you've lost yourself. If you've been trying to push through on your own but keep finding yourself in the same patterns, you're not alone.
Is stress or anxiety affecting more than just your mood? You may find yourself lying awake at night, constantly overthinking, feeling emotionally exhausted, or noticing that stress is beginning to impact your relationships, work, or even your physical health. From the outside, you may seem like you're holding everything together, while inside you feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or like you've lost yourself. If you've been trying to push through on your own but keep finding yourself in the same patterns, you're not alone.
I have a background in art, and can use a creative arts approach.
Over the past 20 years I have had the honor of supporting my clients' journeys of healing and growth. I provide deep listening, respect, and a safe space for clients to reflect and expand self-awareness. We work together to identify and achieve your individualized therapeutic goals. As a result of therapy, my clients have been able to: Improve decision-making, manage difficult emotions with integrity, have loving relationships with family, and let go of old fears and hurt, to enjoy life in the present.
I have a background in art, and can use a creative arts approach.
Over the past 20 years I have had the honor of supporting my clients' journeys of healing and growth. I provide deep listening, respect, and a safe space for clients to reflect and expand self-awareness. We work together to identify and achieve your individualized therapeutic goals. As a result of therapy, my clients have been able to: Improve decision-making, manage difficult emotions with integrity, have loving relationships with family, and let go of old fears and hurt, to enjoy life in the present.
As a Psychotherapist, (licensed professional counselor PRC14344, licensed clinical professional counselor LC8086, clinical professional art therapist ATC046, and board certified art therapist ATCB 06-174), clients describe Jamie as attentive, calm, solution focused, direct, funny.
Accepting New Patients! The 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.
As a Psychotherapist, (licensed professional counselor PRC14344, licensed clinical professional counselor LC8086, clinical professional art therapist ATC046, and board certified art therapist ATCB 06-174), clients describe Jamie as attentive, calm, solution focused, direct, funny.
Accepting New Patients! The 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.
Chandra Davis
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, ATR-BC, LCPC, LPC, LCPAT, ATCS
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a licensed counselor and art therapist serving clients in MD and DC.
Since 2010, I’ve specialized in emotionally safe care for anxiety, depression, and stress— blending Psychodynamic, Nervous System Regulating, Somatic work, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Mindfulness. When I’m not in practice, I teach in GWU’s art therapy program and often weave education into sessions. I also provide LGPC supervision in MD and DC.
I am a licensed counselor and art therapist serving clients in MD and DC.
Since 2010, I’ve specialized in emotionally safe care for anxiety, depression, and stress— blending Psychodynamic, Nervous System Regulating, Somatic work, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Mindfulness. When I’m not in practice, I teach in GWU’s art therapy program and often weave education into sessions. I also provide LGPC supervision in MD and DC.
As a therapist it is my goal to create safe, compassionate, & empowering spaces for individuals navigating complexities of life transitions, trauma, and relationships. My practice is rooted in decolonization of therapeutic approaches, ensuring that unique cultural & personal experiences are honored & centered in our work together. I specialize in supporting clients who are seeking to heal from intergenerational trauma or address the impacts of societal marginalization. Together, we’ll work to unlearn harmful narratives, reconnect with your authentic self, and cultivate resilience and self-determination
As a therapist it is my goal to create safe, compassionate, & empowering spaces for individuals navigating complexities of life transitions, trauma, and relationships. My practice is rooted in decolonization of therapeutic approaches, ensuring that unique cultural & personal experiences are honored & centered in our work together. I specialize in supporting clients who are seeking to heal from intergenerational trauma or address the impacts of societal marginalization. Together, we’ll work to unlearn harmful narratives, reconnect with your authentic self, and cultivate resilience and self-determination
Accepting new clients! Telehealth available in MA, DC, VA, AZ, WA, OR, UT, ID, LA, CO, NM. Moving through a painful transition? Want to make changes in your life? Need to figure out where to go from here & how to get there? Have you ever wondered what experiences in your life impact you the most and how to heal? I'd love to join you on your journey. From navigating big transitions, healing deep hurts to growing into your most meaningful dreams, I’m here to support you with warmth, compassion, & genuineness as well as a decade of experience & specialty training. Trauma informed approach - no problem is too big or small.
Accepting new clients! Telehealth available in MA, DC, VA, AZ, WA, OR, UT, ID, LA, CO, NM. Moving through a painful transition? Want to make changes in your life? Need to figure out where to go from here & how to get there? Have you ever wondered what experiences in your life impact you the most and how to heal? I'd love to join you on your journey. From navigating big transitions, healing deep hurts to growing into your most meaningful dreams, I’m here to support you with warmth, compassion, & genuineness as well as a decade of experience & specialty training. Trauma informed approach - no problem is too big or small.
I also try to incorporate Art Therapy in my interventions.
My therapeutic experience includes working with individuals facing anxiety, depression, stress disorders, and adjustment disorder. I have worked with adolescents as well as adults at various stages in their lives. The first session (or two) are focused on building rapport and trust between me and the client.
I also try to incorporate Art Therapy in my interventions.
My therapeutic experience includes working with individuals facing anxiety, depression, stress disorders, and adjustment disorder. I have worked with adolescents as well as adults at various stages in their lives. The first session (or two) are focused on building rapport and trust between me and the client.
Online Therapists
I’m trained in multiple approaches, including psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, mindful awareness, and body-based therapies; play, art, and sand therapy; and brain-based therapies, including Brainspotting.
I’m the founder and director of The Center for Family Well-Being. As a practice, we aim to help kids, teens, adults, couples, and families fully realize their potential with confidence, understanding, and an open heart. I, alongside the other skilled therapists at the Center, offer individual, group, couples, and family therapy, in addition to parent coaching and classes. Our approach is unique: We combine the cutting-edge science of Western psychotherapy with proven Eastern healing traditions, resulting in care that's collaborative, holistic, and focused on helping clients feel happier and make lasting change in their lives.
I’m trained in multiple approaches, including psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, mindful awareness, and body-based therapies; play, art, and sand therapy; and brain-based therapies, including Brainspotting.
I’m the founder and director of The Center for Family Well-Being. As a practice, we aim to help kids, teens, adults, couples, and families fully realize their potential with confidence, understanding, and an open heart. I, alongside the other skilled therapists at the Center, offer individual, group, couples, and family therapy, in addition to parent coaching and classes. Our approach is unique: We combine the cutting-edge science of Western psychotherapy with proven Eastern healing traditions, resulting in care that's collaborative, holistic, and focused on helping clients feel happier and make lasting change in their lives.
Navigating all the changes and challenges that come in our 20s and 30s can be overwhelming, stressful, and anxiety-filled. Though young adulthood can be an exciting time to explore and deepen your sense of self, many of us feel stuck, lost, or plagued by the pressure to "have it all figured out." You might be thinking, "Why does everyone else seem to know where they’re going and what they’re doing?" You're not alone in these thoughts, fears, and uncertainty. Whether it’s securing and thriving in the right job, breaking out of self-defeating patterns, or finding and maintaining healthy relationships, I’m here to help you get unstuck!
Navigating all the changes and challenges that come in our 20s and 30s can be overwhelming, stressful, and anxiety-filled. Though young adulthood can be an exciting time to explore and deepen your sense of self, many of us feel stuck, lost, or plagued by the pressure to "have it all figured out." You might be thinking, "Why does everyone else seem to know where they’re going and what they’re doing?" You're not alone in these thoughts, fears, and uncertainty. Whether it’s securing and thriving in the right job, breaking out of self-defeating patterns, or finding and maintaining healthy relationships, I’m here to help you get unstuck!
Finding the right support can be the turning point that changes everything. As an LGPC, my work centers on helping children, adolescents, adults, and older adults navigate anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and the emotional challenges that can make everyday life feel unmanageable.
Whether you're struggling to regulate overwhelming emotions, coping with loss, or searching for a greater sense of clarity and control, I'm here to walk alongside you. Together, we'll work to build the coping strategies and emotional tools you need to feel more grounded, confident, and empowered as you move forward in your healing journey.
Finding the right support can be the turning point that changes everything. As an LGPC, my work centers on helping children, adolescents, adults, and older adults navigate anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and the emotional challenges that can make everyday life feel unmanageable.
Whether you're struggling to regulate overwhelming emotions, coping with loss, or searching for a greater sense of clarity and control, I'm here to walk alongside you. Together, we'll work to build the coping strategies and emotional tools you need to feel more grounded, confident, and empowered as you move forward in your healing journey.
Accepting New Patients - Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or major life transitions? Do these challenges feel like they’re holding you back from the life you want? At TrueYou Center, we provide compassionate, personalized care to help you find balance and move forward with confidence. You don't have to navigate life's toughest challenges alone. Our compassionate therapists will help you find clarity and build resilience. We offer a safe, nonjudgmental space. We will help you unpack the experiences that brought you to this moment and support you in creating the life you want..
Accepting New Patients - Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or major life transitions? Do these challenges feel like they’re holding you back from the life you want? At TrueYou Center, we provide compassionate, personalized care to help you find balance and move forward with confidence. You don't have to navigate life's toughest challenges alone. Our compassionate therapists will help you find clarity and build resilience. We offer a safe, nonjudgmental space. We will help you unpack the experiences that brought you to this moment and support you in creating the life you want..
Are you in your 20s or 30s grappling with questions around identity or big life transitions? Do you feel caught between different cultures and expectations? Struggling to find your place in the world while facing all the pressures - internal and external - of being an 'adult'?I've been there myself - you're not alone! Having lived and trained across diverse cultural settings, I understand how overwhelming it can be to manage the unique stressors that come with being a young adult. Therapy isn’t always about fixing a problem; it’s about reconnecting with yourself and finding a path forward that feels genuine and sustainable.
Are you in your 20s or 30s grappling with questions around identity or big life transitions? Do you feel caught between different cultures and expectations? Struggling to find your place in the world while facing all the pressures - internal and external - of being an 'adult'?I've been there myself - you're not alone! Having lived and trained across diverse cultural settings, I understand how overwhelming it can be to manage the unique stressors that come with being a young adult. Therapy isn’t always about fixing a problem; it’s about reconnecting with yourself and finding a path forward that feels genuine and sustainable.
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Art Therapy
How does art therapy work?
The process of making art allows people to express themselves. Art-making can take many forms, such as painting, collage, or sculpting. The therapist asks questions that the work elicits, such as how the person felt while creating their piece, or if any memories surfaced that they can discuss. The therapist will then work with the patient to process their experience, understand themselves better, and work toward change.
Does art therapy help with trauma?
Art therapy can be a valuable treatment option for those suffering from trauma. Traumatic experiences such as combat, rape, or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. The physical nature of creating art can also help people feel rooted in the body, which may benefit those who feel disconnected from their body in the aftermath of trauma.
How long does art therapy last?
The duration of art therapy varies, but a common length for treatment is 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Some people may see improvement in just a few weeks, while others may choose to remain in therapy longer term. Patients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.
What are the limitations of art therapy?
Art therapy is helpful for many people, but a limitation is that it doesn’t have as robust an evidence base as other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioral therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy. The evidence on art therapy is mixed; some research demonstrates its benefits, while other research suggests that it has little impact on patients.