"My practice consists of those struggling with relationships, self defeating patterns and a wide range of transitional issues in life. I will collaborate with you to help reduce your symptoms, improve and expand your coping skills, increase your confidence and develop a greater capacity for self reflection. With over thirty-eight years of experience, I bring wisdom, maturity, compassion and life experience which inform and deepen my work."

"Psychotherapy is a process of rebalancing yourself. When something is awry in your life-in relationships, career, emotion, health-your life loses its equilibrium. But as we construct your story in the safety of the therapeutic dialogue, we discover themes and patterns that help you articulate who you really are and what you truly want in your life."

"“The good life is a process, not a state of being. It is a direction not a destination.” Do you find yourself wondering what you can do to feel better—less anxious, more confident, even happy? It seems like you’ve tried everything but nothing seems to work, at least not for very long. You may be able to support others yet you fall short on supporting yourself. You no longer feel like yourself and worry that it could get worse. Imagine what it would feel like not to constantly worry and to be confident in your ability to handle challenging situations. Therapy is a step in practicing self-awareness and self-care. "

"In therapy, the focus inevitably turns to the balance between self and others. Being responsible for one's own needs while being responsive to others, whether in a relationship, school, or at work is a dynamic, and sometimes confounding, process. How do you find that balance, being true to oneself and a truely caring person? That's the work of therapy. I work with individuals, couples, families, and students. I have a recognized expertise with severe psychological trauma, depression, anxiety, and marital problems including infidelities. I am proud to have been twice highly recommended by Washingtonian Magazine."

"Working with me is a collaborative process. We focus on making change a reality. We explore what isn't working in your life, relationship concerns, navigating life transitions, or the experience of a serious medical illness or a difficult childhood/adolescence. In my 30+ years as a clinician I have mastered many therapeutic techniques and methods. I love using all the tools in my toolbox to create an individualized therapeutic approach for each of my clients. Our work is action oriented, creative and encompasses healing mind, body and spirit. Free 20-minute phone consultation."

"Jonathan Lam is a professional life coach practicing in the Washington DC area. He is also a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in human potential, relationship health, creativity and athletic performance. He has trained extensively with professional and master coaches and he works with a diverse clientele that include young professionals at the beginning of their careers as well as executives and corporate leaders in the financial industry. Jonathan believes that clarity enables us to take a stand for what we want in life. It allows us to make a commitment to take action to create a life of our dreams."

"Navigating life's stresses, dealing with relationship disappointments and regaining self confidence and hope are issues that we can confront together. I will help you become aware of your harmful patterns of behavior and replace them with new healthier ones. Through awareness learned in therapy, you will develop a new sense of comfort and satisfaction with your life."

"Your treatment has a beginning, middle & end. I am trained and certified in many of the latest breakthrough treatments including EMDR, Brainspotting,and the Comprehensive Resource Model. I use these modalities because I have found them to be the most effective. The field of psychotherapy has come a long way since it began. We now know that it doesn't have to take as long as previously believed for permanent healing and change to take place. The term "neuroplasticity" refers to the brain's ability to change and rewire itself at any age or stage of life."

"I see patients suffering from anxiety, depression, self-destructive patterns, relationship issues, sexual difficulties, identity, adjustment problems in psychotherapy, psychoanalysis, and couple's counseling. My aim is to relieve mental distress and interpersonal conflict by deepening self-understanding and self-control. After 32 years in practice, my clinical experience is broad and deep. My reputation and publications on relational, religious and ethical topics sometimes attracts patients with these difficulties. A graduate of Harvard University (MBA,PhD) and Washington Psychoanalytic Institute, I practice in Washington, DC."

"I specialize in using videotherapy to help you reclaim your peace, your motivation, and your confidence. Feeling stressed, stuck, or overwhelmed drains your joy and throws your life off balance. Therapy can help! My style is warm, non-judgmental, and flexible. Having lived in three countries on two continents, I have experienced a wide range of cultural backgrounds and I use that experience in therapy. My approach is informed by my research and my constant study of the latest developments and findings on diagnosing and treating behavioral, cognitive, and emotional distress. "

"People often seek therapy when they are in a crisis or are facing roadblocks and want to change their lives. My goal is to use evidence based practices that have scientific support for their effectiveness within the context of a good working relationship. I also want you to achieve change as quickly as possible."

"Are life's challenges getting the best of you? Feeling stressed, anxious, angry or tired? It may be time to make your emotional wellness a priority. I welcome the opportunity to assist you."

"I enjoy working with adults of all ages and backgrounds who want to make changes in their life that will help them achieve their goals. I offer a safe environment to talk comfortably about what is causing distress, and I work collaboratively to improve a client's well-being. If you are in emotional discomfort, or feel stuck but want to move forward, I would be happy to speak with you about individual psychotherapy or couple's counseling. I am an assistant professor of clinical psychology at George Washington University and formerly a staff psychologist at Georgetown University Law Center."

"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 in plain language with them, about issues they face growing up in a technologically-advancing world. Parents appreciate that I work from a strengths-based and empowerment approach. I offer support to parents who struggle with how to help their children with these difficult issues."

"I am committed to helping people who feel challenged in relationships, in their professional lives, or creatively and emotionally. My approach is determined by your needs and pays attention to your strengths, guided by the belief that you already possess the ability to make things better. I provide individual therapy grounded in psychodynamic theories and utilize an open and flexible approach to understand challenges, promote insight and cultivate growth and change. I am noted for my warm demeanor, openness, positivity and authentic qualities. My practice offers a warm and caring place to build skills and enhance your growth."

"Hurt, frustrated or feeling hopeless in your marriage? Tired of going in circles, feeling shutdown or walking on eggshells? There's good reason to hope and work on things. You see, this is when couples usually come to see me- in the midst of the birth of their new relationship. And this is when many couples break up or break vows or think about these kinds of things. Love isn't supposed to be this hard or painful. Well, it is my honor and mission to guide couples through this harrowing passage. In my 25 years as a marriage & family therapist I’ve helped many couples through this stage. "

"My approach to therapy is to create a context in which individuals, couples and families can know themselves in terms of their inherent strengths, competencies and capacities. I believe that when people experience themselves this way, they are most able to deal with stress, disruption, anxiety and depression in their lives. In my work with families and couples, I focus on interpersonal connection and work to help people experience the ways in which they make a positive difference to one another."

"Upon entering each new developmental phase of our lives, there is often a momentary pause, an unsettling of the ship as we adjust to new demands, challenges and desires (and this is true no matter our age). Perhaps the Terrible Twos, Tween or Teen years have hit? Could it be that your child is struggling at school and you'd like to support him or her to feel better and have more success? Maybe you are an adult who is feeling overwhelmed by stress and the demands of life. These moments are great opportunities for growth and I believe I can help."

"I believe that every person deserves to live a rewarding, productive and symptom-free life. This can become challenging as we encounter obstacles that can often become debilitating. I offer a range of highly personalized services that address a person's specific needs at different life stages. Central to my work is helping individuals who are struggling with overwhelming life challenges or mental illnesses. Using different counseling approaches, I help them understand their barriers, and work towards a more balanced fulfilling life."

"I love my work. I work primarily with women. I find that most women, regardless of their personal histories, complain of feeling stuck - repeating patterns and behaviors that don't make them feel successful or happy. I believe a large part of the problem is that there are parts of themselves they have had to submerge very early in life. Some of my clients have suffered early parental loss, medical trauma, physical or sexual abuse, or a traumatic accident. Many describe parents who loved them, but who were unable to meet their emotional needs in significant ways."