Codependency Therapists in Shaw, Washington, DC
Anxiety and OCD can have relentless impacts on our lives. If you’ve found that you can’t stop playing mental ping-pong in your head, feel that others may not quite understand your concerns, or find that once one worry goes away, another pops up...you’re in the right place! I specialize in the treatment of anxiety and obsessive-compulsive behaviors. In my approach, we target the “why” behind your anxiety, where it comes from, and how we can get your to a place where you feel less doubt, more confident, and empowered to know what to do when fear strikes.
Anxiety and OCD can have relentless impacts on our lives. If you’ve found that you can’t stop playing mental ping-pong in your head, feel that others may not quite understand your concerns, or find that once one worry goes away, another pops up...you’re in the right place! I specialize in the treatment of anxiety and obsessive-compulsive behaviors. In my approach, we target the “why” behind your anxiety, where it comes from, and how we can get your to a place where you feel less doubt, more confident, and empowered to know what to do when fear strikes.
Elysia Oudemans-Tilley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C, LICSW, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Do you feel unfulfilled and lost or confused in your roles, overwhelmed by work, family, and relationships? Perhaps you feel anxious, exhausted, and disconnected, longing for clarity and a way to reconnect with your true self and your dreams. Or are you part of a couple, still care for each other but feel emotionally distant, stuck in cycles of conflict, and wanting to rebuild trust, emotional intimacy, and communication? Perhaps you carry the weight of trauma or complexities around adoption, which impacts how you relate to yourself and others.
Do you feel unfulfilled and lost or confused in your roles, overwhelmed by work, family, and relationships? Perhaps you feel anxious, exhausted, and disconnected, longing for clarity and a way to reconnect with your true self and your dreams. Or are you part of a couple, still care for each other but feel emotionally distant, stuck in cycles of conflict, and wanting to rebuild trust, emotional intimacy, and communication? Perhaps you carry the weight of trauma or complexities around adoption, which impacts how you relate to yourself and others.
I currently have daytime and evening telehealth openings for adults and older teens (16+) in Maryland and D.C. You’re capable and motivated, but still feel stuck—your mind won’t shut off, focus is harder than it should be, relationships feel strained, or alcohol/cannabis use has become more costly than helpful. You may be dealing with anxiety, burnout, ADHD, divorce, or major life transitions. I work with men, women, and older teens, with particular focus on men and young men who are often slower to ask for help. Therapy can help you feel calmer, clearer, more connected, and less overwhelmed.
I currently have daytime and evening telehealth openings for adults and older teens (16+) in Maryland and D.C. You’re capable and motivated, but still feel stuck—your mind won’t shut off, focus is harder than it should be, relationships feel strained, or alcohol/cannabis use has become more costly than helpful. You may be dealing with anxiety, burnout, ADHD, divorce, or major life transitions. I work with men, women, and older teens, with particular focus on men and young men who are often slower to ask for help. Therapy can help you feel calmer, clearer, more connected, and less overwhelmed.
Honoring your mental health is a vital step towards holistic well-being. The constant demands of technology and the pressure to excel can lead to burnout and emotional distress. Feelings of anxiety and depression often arise when we lose sight of our authentic selves and try to meet external expectations. Let's work together to cultivate a balanced life, where you can thrive in mind, body, and spirit.
Honoring your mental health is a vital step towards holistic well-being. The constant demands of technology and the pressure to excel can lead to burnout and emotional distress. Feelings of anxiety and depression often arise when we lose sight of our authentic selves and try to meet external expectations. Let's work together to cultivate a balanced life, where you can thrive in mind, body, and spirit.
You may be dealing with ongoing anxiety, a critical inner voice, or thoughts that loop in a way that’s difficult to settle. Sometimes, even ordinary situations can feel like too much, leading to a freeze response or a sense of disconnection from your body. For people who are neurodivergent or have experienced trauma, these responses are understandable—they reflect your nervous system’s effort to keep you safe, not a flaw or failure. Through a trauma-informed approach, we’ll move at a gentle pace to support your system in finding more steadiness, safety, and ease.
You may be dealing with ongoing anxiety, a critical inner voice, or thoughts that loop in a way that’s difficult to settle. Sometimes, even ordinary situations can feel like too much, leading to a freeze response or a sense of disconnection from your body. For people who are neurodivergent or have experienced trauma, these responses are understandable—they reflect your nervous system’s effort to keep you safe, not a flaw or failure. Through a trauma-informed approach, we’ll move at a gentle pace to support your system in finding more steadiness, safety, and ease.
Currently accepting new clients!
Whether you're in the midst of a crisis or just need to scratch that itch that you just have not been fully yourself, whether this is your first stab at facing an issue or you've been down this road before, whether you feel like you have not had a minute to think your own thoughts or feel like you've been stuck in your head for days on end, therapy can help. We are not built to go it alone.
Currently accepting new clients!
Whether you're in the midst of a crisis or just need to scratch that itch that you just have not been fully yourself, whether this is your first stab at facing an issue or you've been down this road before, whether you feel like you have not had a minute to think your own thoughts or feel like you've been stuck in your head for days on end, therapy can help. We are not built to go it alone.
Are you struggling with out-of-control sexual behavior? Do you spend hours watching pornography on your computer? Have you had several unsuccessful attempts to stop your behavior? Are you feeling like your life is spiraling out of control? If so, you may be struggling with sexual or porn addiction. Or perhaps you suspect your partner may be struggling with these issues or he has just exposed to you the truth about his behaviors?
Are you struggling with out-of-control sexual behavior? Do you spend hours watching pornography on your computer? Have you had several unsuccessful attempts to stop your behavior? Are you feeling like your life is spiraling out of control? If so, you may be struggling with sexual or porn addiction. Or perhaps you suspect your partner may be struggling with these issues or he has just exposed to you the truth about his behaviors?
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.
Someone once said "The Soul always knows what to do to heal itself. The challenge is to silence the Mind" (Caroline Myss). You are not on this page by accident. Thank you! Who am I? I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), who has an extensive practice in the District of Columbia. I come to you, as your provider, with over 27 years experience in the area of Mental Health/Clinical Counseling; Family and Victim Advocacy and Military Mental Health. I am passionate about my calling and focus my practice on helping the WHOLE person on their path to healing.
Someone once said "The Soul always knows what to do to heal itself. The challenge is to silence the Mind" (Caroline Myss). You are not on this page by accident. Thank you! Who am I? I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), who has an extensive practice in the District of Columbia. I come to you, as your provider, with over 27 years experience in the area of Mental Health/Clinical Counseling; Family and Victim Advocacy and Military Mental Health. I am passionate about my calling and focus my practice on helping the WHOLE person on their path to healing.
You may be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, emotionally drained, stuck in painful relationship patterns, or struggling to cope with grief, depression, trauma, or major life changes. Sometimes people come to therapy because they’ve spent years taking care of everyone else while losing touch with themselves. I work with adults who want more than just symptom relief, they want to better understand themselves, feel more connected in relationships, and create lasting change in their lives.
You may be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, emotionally drained, stuck in painful relationship patterns, or struggling to cope with grief, depression, trauma, or major life changes. Sometimes people come to therapy because they’ve spent years taking care of everyone else while losing touch with themselves. I work with adults who want more than just symptom relief, they want to better understand themselves, feel more connected in relationships, and create lasting change in their lives.
I believe that the therapeutic relationship is the central component to successful psychotherapy and I bring special attention to the ongoing process of relational safety. I also believe that self-harmful behaviors always have roots in past experiences of threat and it can be life-changing to discover these connections. I work to help individuals establish goals, explore their experiences, gain self-awareness, develop resources and skills, cultivate self-compassion, and find greater self-empowerment so they can create a more fulfilling and meaningful life for themselves.
I believe that the therapeutic relationship is the central component to successful psychotherapy and I bring special attention to the ongoing process of relational safety. I also believe that self-harmful behaviors always have roots in past experiences of threat and it can be life-changing to discover these connections. I work to help individuals establish goals, explore their experiences, gain self-awareness, develop resources and skills, cultivate self-compassion, and find greater self-empowerment so they can create a more fulfilling and meaningful life for themselves.
So many of us are feeling stuck or lost lately. I work collaboratively with clients to get a sense of relief from the daily grind and uncover patterns that are getting in their way. I tailor my approach to each client’s unique background, context, and personality with the goal of developing supportive and productive therapeutic relationships. As a result, clients are able to cope more effectively with whatever immediate concerns or stressors they are experiencing as well as work toward long-term changes that will make a meaningful difference in their lives.
So many of us are feeling stuck or lost lately. I work collaboratively with clients to get a sense of relief from the daily grind and uncover patterns that are getting in their way. I tailor my approach to each client’s unique background, context, and personality with the goal of developing supportive and productive therapeutic relationships. As a result, clients are able to cope more effectively with whatever immediate concerns or stressors they are experiencing as well as work toward long-term changes that will make a meaningful difference in their lives.
My passion for service and healing is rooted in supporting Black and Brown communities, LGBTQIA+, and other underserved communities. I understand there is power in being heard, seen and validated and I pride myself in allowing my clients the space for that. I use a combination of Eye movement desensitization reprocessing (EMDR), motivational interviewing (MI), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), solution focused therapy (SFT), and mindfulness to help people navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, self esteem, relationships, and other issues.
My passion for service and healing is rooted in supporting Black and Brown communities, LGBTQIA+, and other underserved communities. I understand there is power in being heard, seen and validated and I pride myself in allowing my clients the space for that. I use a combination of Eye movement desensitization reprocessing (EMDR), motivational interviewing (MI), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), solution focused therapy (SFT), and mindfulness to help people navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, self esteem, relationships, and other issues.
For over eight years I’ve had the honor of walking alongside individuals and families as they navigate some of life’s most difficult and meaningful transitions. My background is rooted in social work, but my passion lies in helping people feel seen, supported, and empowered—especially when dealing with systems that can feel overwhelming or impersonal. My work has taken me across a wide range of settings, including child welfare, healthcare, education, the criminal justice system, and elder care. In each space, I’ve focused on helping clients make sense of their experiences, advocate for themselves and access the support they deserve
For over eight years I’ve had the honor of walking alongside individuals and families as they navigate some of life’s most difficult and meaningful transitions. My background is rooted in social work, but my passion lies in helping people feel seen, supported, and empowered—especially when dealing with systems that can feel overwhelming or impersonal. My work has taken me across a wide range of settings, including child welfare, healthcare, education, the criminal justice system, and elder care. In each space, I’ve focused on helping clients make sense of their experiences, advocate for themselves and access the support they deserve
Through individual psychotherapy sessions, I support women navigating relationship anxiety, heartbreak, life transitions, emotional overwhelm, low self-worth, and depressed mood rooted in past relational wounds. This work is for the woman who appears strong on the outside yet quietly carries anxiety, emotional heaviness, or disconnection within. The woman who overthinks conversations, fears being “too much,” craves deep love, yet struggles to feel emotionally safe in relationships while navigating heartbreak, loneliness, transitions, or losing herself while trying to be chosen.
Through individual psychotherapy sessions, I support women navigating relationship anxiety, heartbreak, life transitions, emotional overwhelm, low self-worth, and depressed mood rooted in past relational wounds. This work is for the woman who appears strong on the outside yet quietly carries anxiety, emotional heaviness, or disconnection within. The woman who overthinks conversations, fears being “too much,” craves deep love, yet struggles to feel emotionally safe in relationships while navigating heartbreak, loneliness, transitions, or losing herself while trying to be chosen.
Dr. Claudia Mai Nguyen
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LCPC-S, NCC, ACS
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Often time life changes can fill us with a sense of being overwhelmed, disjointed or stuck--both physically and mentally. Whether you're looking to explore complex, deep-seated issues or need a supportive person and space in your life, I provide a safe, accepting, non-judgmental space for you to get the help you need. Processing painful experiences and emotions can be challenging, though I am committed to working collaboratively and supporting clients in becoming healthier and creating more rewarding and fulfilling relationships.
Often time life changes can fill us with a sense of being overwhelmed, disjointed or stuck--both physically and mentally. Whether you're looking to explore complex, deep-seated issues or need a supportive person and space in your life, I provide a safe, accepting, non-judgmental space for you to get the help you need. Processing painful experiences and emotions can be challenging, though I am committed to working collaboratively and supporting clients in becoming healthier and creating more rewarding and fulfilling relationships.
My clients come to therapy with a desire to better understand themselves, their patterns, and the implicit beliefs they hold about themselves and the world. They are deep thinkers and feelers with a great appreciation for humor as part of the therapeutic process. They are often striving to become (and befriend) the best version of themselves. Together, we balance insights and perspectives with tools that guide transformation and growth.
My clients come to therapy with a desire to better understand themselves, their patterns, and the implicit beliefs they hold about themselves and the world. They are deep thinkers and feelers with a great appreciation for humor as part of the therapeutic process. They are often striving to become (and befriend) the best version of themselves. Together, we balance insights and perspectives with tools that guide transformation and growth.
Many of the people I work with look put-together from the outside. Inside, though, there's often anxiety, guardedness, or a deep exhaustion that's hard to name. Relationship wounds, attachment trauma, fear of abandonment, and people-pleasing tendencies can quietly chip away at self-confidence. Past emotionally abusive relationships or a difficult childhood can make it genuinely difficult to feel safe. What most people are looking for isn't a dramatic transformation. It's relief from the inner critic, less constant worry, and the ability to feel grounded and at ease with others and with themselves.
Many of the people I work with look put-together from the outside. Inside, though, there's often anxiety, guardedness, or a deep exhaustion that's hard to name. Relationship wounds, attachment trauma, fear of abandonment, and people-pleasing tendencies can quietly chip away at self-confidence. Past emotionally abusive relationships or a difficult childhood can make it genuinely difficult to feel safe. What most people are looking for isn't a dramatic transformation. It's relief from the inner critic, less constant worry, and the ability to feel grounded and at ease with others and with themselves.
Are you in an unhealthy relationship? Is it hard for you to set boundaries? Do you have difficulty making decisions? Doubting yourself or feeling like an imposter can make tough times (and decisions) even tougher. I can help you explore and develop a greater understanding and appreciation of your authentic self. Our bodies do keep the score, so it’s vital to connect mind and body. Unprocessed trauma can block that connection. Once our nervous system is regulated, everything seems to fall into place: Anxiety decreases, as does pain perception, while resilience is strengthened and cognitive and creative capabilities are enhanced.
Are you in an unhealthy relationship? Is it hard for you to set boundaries? Do you have difficulty making decisions? Doubting yourself or feeling like an imposter can make tough times (and decisions) even tougher. I can help you explore and develop a greater understanding and appreciation of your authentic self. Our bodies do keep the score, so it’s vital to connect mind and body. Unprocessed trauma can block that connection. Once our nervous system is regulated, everything seems to fall into place: Anxiety decreases, as does pain perception, while resilience is strengthened and cognitive and creative capabilities are enhanced.
I specialize in supporting adults through difficult life changes, feelings of depression, anxiety, relationship stress, and traumatic experiences. My time with clients focuses on building trust, creating a safe space to explore hard conversations, and assisting you with navigating your next steps in life. My hope is that you feel more understood, validated and supported to be your most authentic and genuine self.
I specialize in supporting adults through difficult life changes, feelings of depression, anxiety, relationship stress, and traumatic experiences. My time with clients focuses on building trust, creating a safe space to explore hard conversations, and assisting you with navigating your next steps in life. My hope is that you feel more understood, validated and supported to be your most authentic and genuine self.
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