Blue Shield Therapists in Shaw, Washington, DC
Many of the challenges we face today—whether in relationships, habits, mood, anxiety, or motivation—are rooted in earlier life experiences that may not have been fully processed or understood. These past experiences can shape how we see ourselves, how we relate to others, and how we respond to stress. In our work together, we’ll develop an understanding of how your past is influencing your present, uncover meaningful insights, reduce emotional overwhelm, and begin to shift unhelpful patterns. From there, we’ll build practical, personalized tools that empower you to make lasting changes and move toward the life you want to live.
Many of the challenges we face today—whether in relationships, habits, mood, anxiety, or motivation—are rooted in earlier life experiences that may not have been fully processed or understood. These past experiences can shape how we see ourselves, how we relate to others, and how we respond to stress. In our work together, we’ll develop an understanding of how your past is influencing your present, uncover meaningful insights, reduce emotional overwhelm, and begin to shift unhelpful patterns. From there, we’ll build practical, personalized tools that empower you to make lasting changes and move toward the life you want to live.
Thank you for prioritizing your health. At this time I am only accepting clients for Video sessions and Telehealth with availability on Tuesdays, Thursday or Friday . There is no need to wait for a return phone call. You have the option of scheduling an appointment today and viewing my schedule by using this link below. Copy and paste the link into your browser to schedule your first appointment and complete initial paperwork. https://visionhopeandhealing.clientsecure.me
Thank you for prioritizing your health. At this time I am only accepting clients for Video sessions and Telehealth with availability on Tuesdays, Thursday or Friday . There is no need to wait for a return phone call. You have the option of scheduling an appointment today and viewing my schedule by using this link below. Copy and paste the link into your browser to schedule your first appointment and complete initial paperwork. https://visionhopeandhealing.clientsecure.me
I work best with high-functioning, neurodivergent folks carrying an invisible load of mental labor—holding it all together while quietly running on empty. On the outside, it works. On the inside, it’s 47 tabs open and no clear place to land. Many have ADHD or other neurodivergence and are ready for something that actually fits. They come for clarity, relief, and a way forward that feels doable. Together, we untangle the noise, lighten the load, and build brain-friendly systems—so life feels steadier, softer, and actually theirs.
I work best with high-functioning, neurodivergent folks carrying an invisible load of mental labor—holding it all together while quietly running on empty. On the outside, it works. On the inside, it’s 47 tabs open and no clear place to land. Many have ADHD or other neurodivergence and are ready for something that actually fits. They come for clarity, relief, and a way forward that feels doable. Together, we untangle the noise, lighten the load, and build brain-friendly systems—so life feels steadier, softer, and actually theirs.
Iraina 'liz' Briganty-Vidal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW, RPT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
As a bilingual therapist and founder of Healing Corazon Therapy and Consulting, I am dedicated to creating a safe space where clients feel truly seen, heard, and understood. I hold a Master’s in Social Work and bring over a decade of experience working with clients particularly those navigating the impact of trauma. I offer services in both English and Spanish to ensure accessibility and cultural attunement. In addition to my clinical work, I provide trainings of various topics and clinical supervision. I am both approved by the Maryland Social Work and Professional Counseling Board.
As a bilingual therapist and founder of Healing Corazon Therapy and Consulting, I am dedicated to creating a safe space where clients feel truly seen, heard, and understood. I hold a Master’s in Social Work and bring over a decade of experience working with clients particularly those navigating the impact of trauma. I offer services in both English and Spanish to ensure accessibility and cultural attunement. In addition to my clinical work, I provide trainings of various topics and clinical supervision. I am both approved by the Maryland Social Work and Professional Counseling Board.
Private pay is $200 and i am in network with carefirst blue cross blue shield, cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Aetna.
Hello, and welcome. As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and a Board-Certified Supervisor, I bring over a decade of diverse clinical experience to my practice. I am a bilingual clinician (English/Spanish), committed to creating a safe and supportive space where you can explore your challenges and build a path toward healing and growth. My extensive background includes working with individuals, children, and families in a variety of settings, from private practice to emergency management and crisis response.
Private pay is $200 and i am in network with carefirst blue cross blue shield, cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Aetna.
Hello, and welcome. As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and a Board-Certified Supervisor, I bring over a decade of diverse clinical experience to my practice. I am a bilingual clinician (English/Spanish), committed to creating a safe and supportive space where you can explore your challenges and build a path toward healing and growth. My extensive background includes working with individuals, children, and families in a variety of settings, from private practice to emergency management and crisis response.
Evening times available & accepting new clients. I’m a licensed graduate professional counselor in DC. My approach is empathetic, comforting, and inquisitive. I’m especially passionate about working with neurodivergent young adults and LGBTQIA+ populations. I’m trained and experienced in helping folks with anxiety, depression, autism, ADHD, bipolar disorder, relationship issues, difficult family dynamics, perfectionism, burnout, and more. We’ll explore how the past informs current patterns and identify problem-solving skills to manage difficult situations and emotions, develop a greater confidence, increase safety and improve mood.
Evening times available & accepting new clients. I’m a licensed graduate professional counselor in DC. My approach is empathetic, comforting, and inquisitive. I’m especially passionate about working with neurodivergent young adults and LGBTQIA+ populations. I’m trained and experienced in helping folks with anxiety, depression, autism, ADHD, bipolar disorder, relationship issues, difficult family dynamics, perfectionism, burnout, and more. We’ll explore how the past informs current patterns and identify problem-solving skills to manage difficult situations and emotions, develop a greater confidence, increase safety and improve mood.
I understand it takes a lot of courage to open up to the prospect of therapy, to uncover and take on personal challenges. I am focused on a client-oriented approach to understanding people as individuals, with various backgrounds and personal experiences. I recognize clients have diverse and unique visions, and my purpose is to be a facilitator of growth based on the client’s idea of physical, emotional, and mental well-being. I aim to help clients give voice to their experiences and work through present and past challenges using tailored interventions. I am informed by psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral theory.
I understand it takes a lot of courage to open up to the prospect of therapy, to uncover and take on personal challenges. I am focused on a client-oriented approach to understanding people as individuals, with various backgrounds and personal experiences. I recognize clients have diverse and unique visions, and my purpose is to be a facilitator of growth based on the client’s idea of physical, emotional, and mental well-being. I aim to help clients give voice to their experiences and work through present and past challenges using tailored interventions. I am informed by psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral theory.
Let’s be real for a second, Black men, we carry a lot. We’re expected to be strong, stay silent, and keep it moving. But what happens when the weight gets too heavy? That’s where I come in.
I’m Breon, a therapist, educator, and advocate with over 13 years of experience walking beside young Black and Brown men who are tired of just surviving and ready to start healing. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, relationship challenges, or just trying to figure life out. I offer a space where you can be seen, heard, and understood without judgment.
Let’s be real for a second, Black men, we carry a lot. We’re expected to be strong, stay silent, and keep it moving. But what happens when the weight gets too heavy? That’s where I come in.
I’m Breon, a therapist, educator, and advocate with over 13 years of experience walking beside young Black and Brown men who are tired of just surviving and ready to start healing. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, relationship challenges, or just trying to figure life out. I offer a space where you can be seen, heard, and understood without judgment.
I am currently in-network with Aetna, Carefirst, and Blue Cross/ Blue Shield in both DC and Virginia.
We all feel stuck, beat down, and demoralized sometimes. Whether it’s by
stress at work, feeling disconnected from friends, partners, maybe even
yourself, a recent devastating loss, or some other challenge in your life; you’re not alone and there is help.
My approach is best defined as evidence-based, highlighted with a warm, safe, welcoming, and understanding environment. I use science-based therapeutic techniques and approaches to empower clients with the tools to directly address their difficulties, while creating a safe, nonjudgmental space for them to be who they truly are. También hablo español
I am currently in-network with Aetna, Carefirst, and Blue Cross/ Blue Shield in both DC and Virginia.
We all feel stuck, beat down, and demoralized sometimes. Whether it’s by
stress at work, feeling disconnected from friends, partners, maybe even
yourself, a recent devastating loss, or some other challenge in your life; you’re not alone and there is help.
My approach is best defined as evidence-based, highlighted with a warm, safe, welcoming, and understanding environment. I use science-based therapeutic techniques and approaches to empower clients with the tools to directly address their difficulties, while creating a safe, nonjudgmental space for them to be who they truly are. También hablo español
Defining You Therapy and Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW, CCM
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Feeling stuck? Anxious? Like you’re carrying too much and can’t drop the ball?
You’re not alone and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself.
At Defining You Therapy, we get it. Life comes at you fast - family pressure, relationship stress, anxiety that won’t quit, trauma that lingers longer than anyone talks about. And trying to keep it all together? That’s exhausting.
Here’s the thing: healing isn’t about “fixing” yourself. It’s about having the right support to navigate what’s heavy, confusing, or just plain hard.
Feeling stuck? Anxious? Like you’re carrying too much and can’t drop the ball?
You’re not alone and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself.
At Defining You Therapy, we get it. Life comes at you fast - family pressure, relationship stress, anxiety that won’t quit, trauma that lingers longer than anyone talks about. And trying to keep it all together? That’s exhausting.
Here’s the thing: healing isn’t about “fixing” yourself. It’s about having the right support to navigate what’s heavy, confusing, or just plain hard.
I work with capable, self-aware adults navigating anxiety, relationship distress, or a life transition that has left them feeling unsteady. My clients are seeking thoughtful, professional support to help them regain clarity, emotional stability, and confidence. I provide a grounded therapeutic space for clients to work through challenges and move forward with greater self-trust and resilience.
I work with capable, self-aware adults navigating anxiety, relationship distress, or a life transition that has left them feeling unsteady. My clients are seeking thoughtful, professional support to help them regain clarity, emotional stability, and confidence. I provide a grounded therapeutic space for clients to work through challenges and move forward with greater self-trust and resilience.
You’re tired of being the “strong one.” At home, on the job, and even among your friends, you’re the one everyone calls when they need a solution. You’re so good at supporting others that no one knows you’re secretly falling apart – no one asks. Maintaining this image is exhausting, but you barely have time to notice the emotions. You bury your feelings with more work, so no one ever sees the real you. Ironically, the one person you never show up for is you. You’re an expert at meeting expectations, but it’s time you started taking care of yourself. It’s been so long. You’re not sure you remember how.
You’re tired of being the “strong one.” At home, on the job, and even among your friends, you’re the one everyone calls when they need a solution. You’re so good at supporting others that no one knows you’re secretly falling apart – no one asks. Maintaining this image is exhausting, but you barely have time to notice the emotions. You bury your feelings with more work, so no one ever sees the real you. Ironically, the one person you never show up for is you. You’re an expert at meeting expectations, but it’s time you started taking care of yourself. It’s been so long. You’re not sure you remember how.
I take a collaborative, client-centered approach to therapy. I bring considerable expertise in evidence-based practices – techniques that we know work, based on decades of research – while treating YOU as the expert on your life and experiences. We work as a team to clarify what matters most to you, identify the obstacles getting in your way, and develop the skills to overcome them. Beyond alleviating psychological suffering, my goal is to empower clients to build rich, meaningful lives and relationships. I cultivate a warm, validating space, where you feel safe to explore, grow, and make challenging but important changes.
I take a collaborative, client-centered approach to therapy. I bring considerable expertise in evidence-based practices – techniques that we know work, based on decades of research – while treating YOU as the expert on your life and experiences. We work as a team to clarify what matters most to you, identify the obstacles getting in your way, and develop the skills to overcome them. Beyond alleviating psychological suffering, my goal is to empower clients to build rich, meaningful lives and relationships. I cultivate a warm, validating space, where you feel safe to explore, grow, and make challenging but important changes.
If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, we look forward to working with you to achieve your goals. As bilingual (Spanish and English) solution-focused therapists, the goal is to accompany you through the process of a personal challenge, in which you allow and make possible the transformation of your attitude towards what troubles you.
If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, we look forward to working with you to achieve your goals. As bilingual (Spanish and English) solution-focused therapists, the goal is to accompany you through the process of a personal challenge, in which you allow and make possible the transformation of your attitude towards what troubles you.
I know that asking for help can feel like a burden sometimes. Do you feel like you have to be “everything” to everyone but feel alone when your in need? Are you struggling to say “no” then resent your yes? Do you put everyone before you and then don't have enough time for you or your dreams? Do you feel “stuck” after giving so much and then realize your not making progress in your life? More often than we realize, we tend to lose ourselves giving what we don’t have while trying to manage it all; parenthood, relationships, careers, and life situations. We then become overwhelmed, depressed, anxious, or stuck about our next move.
I know that asking for help can feel like a burden sometimes. Do you feel like you have to be “everything” to everyone but feel alone when your in need? Are you struggling to say “no” then resent your yes? Do you put everyone before you and then don't have enough time for you or your dreams? Do you feel “stuck” after giving so much and then realize your not making progress in your life? More often than we realize, we tend to lose ourselves giving what we don’t have while trying to manage it all; parenthood, relationships, careers, and life situations. We then become overwhelmed, depressed, anxious, or stuck about our next move.
I am in-network for any commercial Blue Cross Blue Shield (CareFirst) plan.
The Diathesis-Stress model of psychology suggests, GENETICS load the gun and the ENVIRONMENT pulls the trigger. As human beings, we are all biologically vulnerable to experience mental health disorders, although they may manifest in different ways and to different levels of severity. At the same time we are all exposed to environmental stressors that can interact with our predispositions. With any therapist, it is important to develop SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Timely) goals that allow us to gain insight into our vulnerabilities and surroundings, to better understand why we react the way that we do.
I am in-network for any commercial Blue Cross Blue Shield (CareFirst) plan.
The Diathesis-Stress model of psychology suggests, GENETICS load the gun and the ENVIRONMENT pulls the trigger. As human beings, we are all biologically vulnerable to experience mental health disorders, although they may manifest in different ways and to different levels of severity. At the same time we are all exposed to environmental stressors that can interact with our predispositions. With any therapist, it is important to develop SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Timely) goals that allow us to gain insight into our vulnerabilities and surroundings, to better understand why we react the way that we do.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with the Center for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness (www.cbtmindful.com); I am licensed in both PA and NY. Tending to our mental health is an incredibly important part of taking care of our overall health. In therapy, I engage with clients to work toward meaningful behavior change by developing an individually tailored evidence-based approach that incorporates aspects of both mindfulness and acceptance. I also work with clients to gain a better understanding of their values and whether their current behaviors are aligned with those values.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with the Center for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness (www.cbtmindful.com); I am licensed in both PA and NY. Tending to our mental health is an incredibly important part of taking care of our overall health. In therapy, I engage with clients to work toward meaningful behavior change by developing an individually tailored evidence-based approach that incorporates aspects of both mindfulness and acceptance. I also work with clients to gain a better understanding of their values and whether their current behaviors are aligned with those values.
I am Shanell Cooper, LGSW, a therapist with Arelis Perez Psychotherapy Services, LLC, and I specialize in working with teens and young adults navigating trauma, anxiety, and major life transitions. I offer a supportive, trauma-informed space where you can feel safe exploring your experiences, emotions, and identity without judgment. I understand that young adulthood can be a time filled with uncertainty, pressure, and change—especially when past or ongoing trauma is part of your story.
I am Shanell Cooper, LGSW, a therapist with Arelis Perez Psychotherapy Services, LLC, and I specialize in working with teens and young adults navigating trauma, anxiety, and major life transitions. I offer a supportive, trauma-informed space where you can feel safe exploring your experiences, emotions, and identity without judgment. I understand that young adulthood can be a time filled with uncertainty, pressure, and change—especially when past or ongoing trauma is part of your story.
I work with individuals navigating chronic illness who may be struggling with grief, isolation, shame, loss of identity, changes in relationships, and the emotional impact of limitations that feel outside of their control. Whether you are newly diagnosed or have been managing a condition for many years, therapy can provide a space to process the challenges that come with adapting to ongoing changes and uncertainty. Together, we work toward building practical coping strategies, increasing emotional resilience, improving communication and boundaries, and creating a life that feels meaningful despite ongoing challenges.
I work with individuals navigating chronic illness who may be struggling with grief, isolation, shame, loss of identity, changes in relationships, and the emotional impact of limitations that feel outside of their control. Whether you are newly diagnosed or have been managing a condition for many years, therapy can provide a space to process the challenges that come with adapting to ongoing changes and uncertainty. Together, we work toward building practical coping strategies, increasing emotional resilience, improving communication and boundaries, and creating a life that feels meaningful despite ongoing challenges.
Welcome ! I’m truly glad you’ve found your way here. As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and Clinical Social Worker/Therapist, I offer more than just therapy sessions. I offer a safe, supportive space where your story is honored and your healing is priority!
Life can feel overwhelming when you're coping with trauma, loss, emotional distress, or major transitions. You may be holding more than you know how to carry and that’s where our work begins. I tailor our sessions to meet your unique needs, integrating mind, body, and spirit to foster resilience, growth, and meaningful change.
Welcome ! I’m truly glad you’ve found your way here. As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and Clinical Social Worker/Therapist, I offer more than just therapy sessions. I offer a safe, supportive space where your story is honored and your healing is priority!
Life can feel overwhelming when you're coping with trauma, loss, emotional distress, or major transitions. You may be holding more than you know how to carry and that’s where our work begins. I tailor our sessions to meet your unique needs, integrating mind, body, and spirit to foster resilience, growth, and meaningful change.
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