Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Petworth, Washington, DC

I work with clients who may be struggling with depression or trauma related to their relationships or family.
I am zealous about equipping individuals and families to be successful through collaboration of treatment goals and exploring innovative solutions. I am passionate about creating environments for individuals to excel and overcome.
I work with clients who may be struggling with depression or trauma related to their relationships or family.
I am zealous about equipping individuals and families to be successful through collaboration of treatment goals and exploring innovative solutions. I am passionate about creating environments for individuals to excel and overcome.

My experience includes helping trauma survivors, individuals experiencing mood and anxiety disorders, and those navigating stress in their romantic and family relationships.
My therapeutic approach is deeply influenced by mindfulness, emotion-focused, dialectical behavior, and acceptance-based models. I believe that true change and healing happen when we allow ourselves to access and confront our genuine feelings and emotions, even when it's uncomfortable. In our sessions, my goal is to create a safe and supportive space where
My experience includes helping trauma survivors, individuals experiencing mood and anxiety disorders, and those navigating stress in their romantic and family relationships.
My therapeutic approach is deeply influenced by mindfulness, emotion-focused, dialectical behavior, and acceptance-based models. I believe that true change and healing happen when we allow ourselves to access and confront our genuine feelings and emotions, even when it's uncomfortable. In our sessions, my goal is to create a safe and supportive space where

Finding yourself stuck in the same relationship patterns, struggling to move forward after trauma or loss, or having difficulty coping with life changes and conditions?
In therapy, I attend to ways in which the ideas, actions and policies in our communities, cultures and families can be sources of both pain and resilience. I am committed to providing queer- and LGBTQIA+ affirming care, and I believe in the collaborative exploration of all intersections of identity that feel important to you. My experience informs my work.
Finding yourself stuck in the same relationship patterns, struggling to move forward after trauma or loss, or having difficulty coping with life changes and conditions?
In therapy, I attend to ways in which the ideas, actions and policies in our communities, cultures and families can be sources of both pain and resilience. I am committed to providing queer- and LGBTQIA+ affirming care, and I believe in the collaborative exploration of all intersections of identity that feel important to you. My experience informs my work.

My main therapeutic approach is Solution-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused CBT, and CBT.
I am open to working with all clients. My experience has been working with pre-teens, teens, and women. I have worked with trauma clients, I also worked with clients with a diagnosis of depression, anxiety, GAD, and ADHD.
My main therapeutic approach is Solution-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused CBT, and CBT.
I am open to working with all clients. My experience has been working with pre-teens, teens, and women. I have worked with trauma clients, I also worked with clients with a diagnosis of depression, anxiety, GAD, and ADHD.

I integrate techniques from attachment theory, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-focused therapy, mindfulness, Gestalt therapy, and internal family systems to create a holistic, personalized approach to healing
As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Washington, DC, I have over eight years of experience working with children, adults, and families. I believe every person has the potential to rediscover themselves, achieve their full potential, and create a life that feels meaningful and authentic. My role as a therapist is to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where you feel empowered to explore your emotions, challenges, and aspirations.
I integrate techniques from attachment theory, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-focused therapy, mindfulness, Gestalt therapy, and internal family systems to create a holistic, personalized approach to healing
As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Washington, DC, I have over eight years of experience working with children, adults, and families. I believe every person has the potential to rediscover themselves, achieve their full potential, and create a life that feels meaningful and authentic. My role as a therapist is to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where you feel empowered to explore your emotions, challenges, and aspirations.

My theoretical orientation is eclectic and includes Cognitive-Behavioral (CBT), systems, trauma-informed, polyvagal, and solution-focused lenses.
My personal journey, which includes raising five grown kids (including a stepchild and a set of twins) and navigating a divorce, has equipped me with a deep understanding of life's complexities. I'm here to help you navigate your own path with confidence and resilience.
My theoretical orientation is eclectic and includes Cognitive-Behavioral (CBT), systems, trauma-informed, polyvagal, and solution-focused lenses.
My personal journey, which includes raising five grown kids (including a stepchild and a set of twins) and navigating a divorce, has equipped me with a deep understanding of life's complexities. I'm here to help you navigate your own path with confidence and resilience.

I specialize in helping young adults navigate the complexities of trauma, mood disorders, and life transitions.
Beyond the therapy room, I am passionate about mental health education. I write blog posts aimed at providing readers with practical tips and tools for managing their mental health. It's important to me that everyone has access to the resources they need to thrive.
I specialize in helping young adults navigate the complexities of trauma, mood disorders, and life transitions.
Beyond the therapy room, I am passionate about mental health education. I write blog posts aimed at providing readers with practical tips and tools for managing their mental health. It's important to me that everyone has access to the resources they need to thrive.

Thanks for being here! My name is Andjie I am licensed in Washington D.C. and Georgia with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with navigating different systems, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Thanks for being here! My name is Andjie I am licensed in Washington D.C. and Georgia with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with navigating different systems, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

I specialize in using trauma focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to support client's process in finding the path to heal and build their emotional insight and awareness to lead a happier and healthy life.
I hold a Bachelor's degree in Liberal Arts from Trinity Washington University and a Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.
I specialize in using trauma focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to support client's process in finding the path to heal and build their emotional insight and awareness to lead a happier and healthy life.
I hold a Bachelor's degree in Liberal Arts from Trinity Washington University and a Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.

I provide trauma-informed, client-centered therapy using evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing.
I integrate modalities like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing, tailoring each session to the client’s unique needs. I emphasize building a collaborative, empathetic relationship while using evidence-based techniques to help clients achieve their goals.
I provide trauma-informed, client-centered therapy using evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing.
I integrate modalities like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing, tailoring each session to the client’s unique needs. I emphasize building a collaborative, empathetic relationship while using evidence-based techniques to help clients achieve their goals.

I specialize in family relationships, grief and bereavement, stress, trauma, depression, and anxiety.
Hello, I'm Dana. I am passionate about creating a safe environment where you can be yourself, feel empowered, be inquisitive, and build on your strengths. In this space, you don't have to hide your imperfections. I can help you navigate through life's challenges by expanding on what you already know, in addition to introducing new strategies and techniques that can be used in everyday life.
I specialize in family relationships, grief and bereavement, stress, trauma, depression, and anxiety.
Hello, I'm Dana. I am passionate about creating a safe environment where you can be yourself, feel empowered, be inquisitive, and build on your strengths. In this space, you don't have to hide your imperfections. I can help you navigate through life's challenges by expanding on what you already know, in addition to introducing new strategies and techniques that can be used in everyday life.

My journey in mental health has equipped me with the skills to help clients navigate stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and issues related to motivation, self-esteem, and confidence.
I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Trauma-focused CBT, which are effective approaches for addressing a range of mental health issues. Additionally, I specialize in working with individuals, both children and adults, who have attachment difficulties stemming from adoption, other breaks in attachment, and early childhood trauma.
My journey in mental health has equipped me with the skills to help clients navigate stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and issues related to motivation, self-esteem, and confidence.
I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Trauma-focused CBT, which are effective approaches for addressing a range of mental health issues. Additionally, I specialize in working with individuals, both children and adults, who have attachment difficulties stemming from adoption, other breaks in attachment, and early childhood trauma.

I offer an integrative modality including but not limited to play, internal family systems, trauma-informed, CBT, and narrative therapies.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Washington, DC. My goal as your or your child's therapist, is to make you feel unconditionally accepted and to create an environment in which I can support you in your growth and understanding of self. I believe everyone has the innate ability to know themselves and create personal change. I would be honored to support you in discovering this ability. I am most passionate and skilled in helping children ages 5-18 and people experiencing perinatal mental health needs.
I offer an integrative modality including but not limited to play, internal family systems, trauma-informed, CBT, and narrative therapies.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Washington, DC. My goal as your or your child's therapist, is to make you feel unconditionally accepted and to create an environment in which I can support you in your growth and understanding of self. I believe everyone has the innate ability to know themselves and create personal change. I would be honored to support you in discovering this ability. I am most passionate and skilled in helping children ages 5-18 and people experiencing perinatal mental health needs.

People living to manage chronic stress related to relationship conflicts, mild to moderate depression, mild to moderate anxiety, grief, infertility, ADHD, professional and personal development, or dealing with issues related to racial trauma, or trauma related sexual or gender identity.
It's a big step to ask for help. I engage in a coaching style, using a non-judgemental approach. I believe you are the expert of what matters to you. My training is grounded in mind/body medicine which incorporates skills and practices that get results and promote lifestyle changes. It's in these lifestyle changes that growth and sustained change occurs. I’m committed to putting myself out of business by equipping you with a variety of tools to manage stress, depression, anxiety, or grief. I don't ask clients to do anything I have not practiced or do myself.
People living to manage chronic stress related to relationship conflicts, mild to moderate depression, mild to moderate anxiety, grief, infertility, ADHD, professional and personal development, or dealing with issues related to racial trauma, or trauma related sexual or gender identity.
It's a big step to ask for help. I engage in a coaching style, using a non-judgemental approach. I believe you are the expert of what matters to you. My training is grounded in mind/body medicine which incorporates skills and practices that get results and promote lifestyle changes. It's in these lifestyle changes that growth and sustained change occurs. I’m committed to putting myself out of business by equipping you with a variety of tools to manage stress, depression, anxiety, or grief. I don't ask clients to do anything I have not practiced or do myself.

I trauma-informed and I specialize in post-traumatic growth, or as I call it, trauma rising.
My foundational training is in psychodynamic psychotherapy, where I explore your unconscious motivations, and I have expanded my practice and integrate interpersonal, mindfulness, attachment theory, and spiritual exploration. I am an interactive clinician and I see us sketching your story together.
I trauma-informed and I specialize in post-traumatic growth, or as I call it, trauma rising.
My foundational training is in psychodynamic psychotherapy, where I explore your unconscious motivations, and I have expanded my practice and integrate interpersonal, mindfulness, attachment theory, and spiritual exploration. I am an interactive clinician and I see us sketching your story together.

I also work with folks who have a history of trauma and struggle with anxiety and depression.
I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients better identify their feelings and how their feelings can affect their thoughts and behaviors. I also use trauma and gender-informed care as many of my clients have experienced support in previous situations that did not honor their trauma history or self-identified gender.
I also work with folks who have a history of trauma and struggle with anxiety and depression.
I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients better identify their feelings and how their feelings can affect their thoughts and behaviors. I also use trauma and gender-informed care as many of my clients have experienced support in previous situations that did not honor their trauma history or self-identified gender.

I have been practicing for 10 years and have helped adults, adolescents, and children better manage anxiety, depression, relationships, stress, and trauma.
I commonly use cognitive behavioral therapy along with motivational interviewing, solution focused, and strength-based approaches. The one thing that I have heard the most from clients and colleagues is that I bring a sense of calm to the session. This calmness helps me to create a space for clients to feel comfortable and heard.
I have been practicing for 10 years and have helped adults, adolescents, and children better manage anxiety, depression, relationships, stress, and trauma.
I commonly use cognitive behavioral therapy along with motivational interviewing, solution focused, and strength-based approaches. The one thing that I have heard the most from clients and colleagues is that I bring a sense of calm to the session. This calmness helps me to create a space for clients to feel comfortable and heard.
Miranda Nance, PhD, LICSW with over 20 years of experience working with adolescents and adults across the life-span on issues related to anxiety, depression, grief/bereavement, substance recovery, race-based trauma, gender affirming care and relationship difficulties.
I utilize various evidenced-based tools including a combination of Solution-Focused, Supportive Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Person-Centered Approach.
Miranda Nance, PhD, LICSW with over 20 years of experience working with adolescents and adults across the life-span on issues related to anxiety, depression, grief/bereavement, substance recovery, race-based trauma, gender affirming care and relationship difficulties.
I utilize various evidenced-based tools including a combination of Solution-Focused, Supportive Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Person-Centered Approach.

Christina Halstead
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
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I am a licensed clinical social worker with over ten years of experience providing therapy to adults, children, adolescents, couples and families who are experiencing Trauma, Mood Disorders, Anxiety, Transitional Issues, Serious Mental Illness, Childhood & Development Issues, & Relationship Stress.
My specialty is working with children and adults to creatively explore and release heavy emotions such as depression, anxiety, and anger. In addition, I specialize in working with the whole family and couples to improve communication, resolve conflict, and engage empathetic listening. I offer a safe space to lean into suffering and create new narratives.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over ten years of experience providing therapy to adults, children, adolescents, couples and families who are experiencing Trauma, Mood Disorders, Anxiety, Transitional Issues, Serious Mental Illness, Childhood & Development Issues, & Relationship Stress.
My specialty is working with children and adults to creatively explore and release heavy emotions such as depression, anxiety, and anger. In addition, I specialize in working with the whole family and couples to improve communication, resolve conflict, and engage empathetic listening. I offer a safe space to lean into suffering and create new narratives.

I areas of expertise are trauma recovery, anxiety disorders, managing difficult life transitions, grief & loss, and working with children/adolescents.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over a decade of experience working with a wide range of individuals. I have several years of experience working with the refugee community, including completing psychological evaluations for asylum seekers. I also have several years of experience working with young professionals and college students in a private practice setting.
I areas of expertise are trauma recovery, anxiety disorders, managing difficult life transitions, grief & loss, and working with children/adolescents.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over a decade of experience working with a wide range of individuals. I have several years of experience working with the refugee community, including completing psychological evaluations for asylum seekers. I also have several years of experience working with young professionals and college students in a private practice setting.
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Trauma and PTSD Therapists
When should I seek treatment for trauma?
Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.
How long does trauma therapy take?
Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.
What happens if trauma is left untreated?
Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.
Can PTSD come back after treatment?
It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.