Anxiety Therapists in Dupont Circle, Washington, DC

Mark C. Covington Jr., Ph.D., completed his Doctorate degree in Counseling Education and Supervision from George Washington University. Dr. Covington is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the District of Columbia and certified by the National Board of Counselors (NBCC). Dr. Covington has experience in providing counseling for issues regarding anxiety , OCD, and couples therapy. He utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapies (CBT)- specifically and, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help individuals find psychological flexibility and make skillful decisions.

I work with young professionals to help them through difficult times, such as transitioning to a new place, new job, or new relationships. I assist my clients understand their emotions and thoughts and work to bring deeper understanding of their sense of self. By utilizing mindfulness interventions, along with cognitive behavioral therapy, I help my clients develop coping skills, boundaries, and techniques to help them feel grounded in the present time and reduce anxiety and negative thoughts.

Welcome! I believe that people can heal and change - and that therapy can be a powerful tool in that process. I'm a graduate of Harvard and Columbia Universities, and through my training have developed a collaborative, supportive, and results-oriented psychotherapeutic approach. My associates and I serve both the DC and DC-based international community, including students and employees of the World Bank, IMF, IFC, etc. We have experience working with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety , life transitions, grief, trauma and abuse, academic and professional concerns, stress management, and building resilience.

I specialize in helping my clients to feel a sense of freedom or relief from their anxious thoughts, while also exploring pathways for longer lasting personal and relational change. I work very collaboratively, and my goal is to help my clients to be more comfortable in their minds and effective in their lives. I take a research-informed treatment approach and I see this work as not only a way to get through a crisis or reduce a symptom, but as a path toward having a better toolkit for managing obstacles in the future.

I am here to help you improve and heal your relationships with yourself and with the important people in your life. Perhaps you and your partner need help learning to communicate better and reach greater understanding and connection. Or perhaps you are facing important life transitions and challenges. I am compassionate, collaborative, and interactive, working with couples, individuals and groups. I also have extensive experience treating a wide range of other problems, including: depression, anxiety , relationship endings, family difficulties, trauma recovery, grief, self-esteem issues, and stage of life and identity concerns.

Therapy helps us cope more effectively with challenges and encourages growth even in difficult circumstances. A strong relationship between therapist and client can make the process significantly more enjoyable and productive. I strive to be genuine and authentic in sessions, incorporating humor and warmth to create a safe, nonjudgmental, and respectful space for support. Together, we will explore your ways of thinking in order to facilitate insight into your experience and gain new skills and strategies to create long-lasting, positive change in your life.

I have experience treating adults, college students, and adolescents. The majority of my clients are suffering from depression, anxiety , or relationship issues (related to dating, friendships, or family). Some have recently moved and are having trouble adjusting to a new city or college. Others are struggling to determine what they want to do with their life or which career path to take. I have experience working with clients who are suffering from a wide variety of psychological problems. I have treated people from diverse racial, ethnic, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds. I also have experience working with gay, lesbian and bisexual clients.

*At this time, I am only accepting new clients for EMDR treatment* Are you struggling with processing past traumatic events? EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a psychotherapy that enables people to heal from the symptoms and emotional distress that are the result of disturbing life experiences. EMDR provides a proven approach to address the symptoms of trauma that can interfere with thriving in your everyday life. EMDR allows individuals to process incredible amounts of material in a shockingly short time.

DR. DAVIS IS NOT ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS AT THIS TIME. I provide individual therapy to adults. I work holistically, consider the whole person and believe in the connections between mind, body and spirit; thoughts, feelings and behaviors and the past and the present. I work actively with clients to identify and gain a better understanding of the influence of past experiences, inner conflicts and struggles and self-defeating thought and behavior patterns on current difficulties. We will develop strategies to remove barriers, build on strengths and capabilities, and develop effective coping strategies.

I specialize in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), a mindfulness-based behavior therapy that focuses on helping clients live fulfilling and meaningful lives even with the struggles of everyday life. I offer a collaborative approach that helps to guide clients toward their goals through fostering insight and acceptance while also reducing avoidance behaviors. I believe that every person has a natural internal strength that I seek to foster through empowerment. My ultimate goal is to help clients drop the struggle and live a valued life so they can manage the inevitable ups and downs of the human experience on their own.

Therapy is an opportunity to approach both long-standing problems and emerging concerns with deeper self-awareness and new skills. I bring a calm, thoughtful and skilled presence to help you tune into your thoughts and feelings, make meaning out of your experiences, and approach problems in a new way. My approach is tailored to you, with your unique experiences and needs. I work with a diverse population of clients with many concerns, including depression and anxiety , emotional and physical distress, trauma, infertility, parenting, LGBTQ+ family building, and sexual and gender identity.

Life can present you with difficult situations which are hard to process and move past. These challenges are not on your timeline and affect everything. Having worked in many healthcare settings, I am familiar navigating life-changing events and grief. I understand the territory of encountering loss, coping with trauma, the complexity of the medical system and living with illness. Together we will face any changes, fears , anxiety and emotions you are experiencing, allowing you to gain more grounding and peace. I will work with you from an integrative, holistic approach to determine together what is needed for your coping, healing and self-care.

We all go through difficult times in life when we feel stressed or unfulfilled. Sometimes we are able to manage challenges on our own and other times it can be beneficial to speak with a professional. It takes courage to reach out for support. Therapy can help you manage intense emotions, feel more confident, foster deeper connections in relationships, and thrive in your academic or career pursuits. With a non- judgemental and caring listener, you can overcome obstacles and accomplish the changes you want to see.

I specialize in working with smart, motivated professionals and students who want to improve their relationships, find success, and thrive as the best version of themselves. I provide a nonjudgmental space for clients to explore themselves, gain insight, and ultimately make positive changes. Whether you are hoping to find career satisfaction, improve relationships, manage anxiety , navigate a difficult time in your life, understand aspects of your identity, or improve your overall well-being, I can help. With my expertise as a guide, we will collaborate to choose the approach(es) that work best for you and your unique needs.

Do your emotions feel overwhelming? Are you bored and restless with your life? Does the future seem hopeless? Many of us experience these feelings, yet often think we're the only ones. We worry that if we show people what’s really going on, they will avoid and judge us. In therapy, we give voice to these feelings, and learn that while they can be scary at times, they also reveal a path to healing and change.

Do you feel anxious, sad, lonely, or isolated? Do you struggle with trauma connected to racism, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, or one of the many ways we can be made to feel less than or not ourselves? Whatever the reason, your decision to seek out therapy is courageous because it is filled with significant emotional risk. As we build a relationship together, your thoughts, feelings, experiences, fears , and fantasies will be heard and treated with respect, curiosity, and care. You’ll find a gentle, affirming, and nonjudgmental space where we can better understand what brought you here and how you might move forward.

Thank you for your interest in my practice. I strive to provide my clients with a collaborative and culturally sensitive approach to therapy, tailoring effective treatments to the individual needs of those I work with. I see individuals who are struggling with a number of different symptoms and life situations, including history of trauma, anxiety , depression, relationship difficulties, loss, difficulty coping, and life transitions. I look forward to working with you to develop an individualized treatment plan to help you reach your therapy goals.

Many of us find ourselves struggling with persistent feelings, patterns, and reactions that hold us back. Perhaps you’ve tried psychotherapy before, and you have a good understanding of your problems but they haven’t changed. Or perhaps you 'know' that you are capable, worthy, and appreciated by others, but at your core, you don't feel this way. I believe that much of the time, symptoms develop from negative life experiences that have not been fully resolved.

Life is a journey, and often we get lost along the way. Psychotherapy is a transformative process that helps you to locate your internal compass, so that you can live a more fulfilling and productive life; navigate difficult periods and transitions; and ultimately feel more comfortable in your own skin. As a clinical psychologist, I have years of experience and training working with anxiety , depression, relationship issues, career obstacles, self-esteem, family discord, grief and loss, defeating patterns of behavior, and the process of coming to terms with difficult and traumatic life situations.

There are times that you might feel stuck in patterns that make life feel unsatisfying and empty. Maybe you feel depressed, anxious or in chronic pain. You may be negotiating a relationship or trying to adjust to a new job. Psychotherapy allows you the space to understand how your past and present intersect and what gets in the way of living life to your fullest while also helping you to tap into your inner resources. My approach is collaborative, thus giving you the space to reflect carefully. I work with you to develop better coping skills and help you to understand & manage complex feelings of anxiety or sadness.