Female Therapists in Shaw, Washington, DC
Jessie Wedell (she/her) is passionate about working with individuals and couples from diverse backgrounds and identities who may face unique challenges with those intersections. With a strong foundation in social science, she recognizes the sociocultural influences that impact mental health. She also has an extensive background in dance and yoga and strongly believes in somatic interventions as a form of trauma recovery and to build a healthy connection with ones body. Her goal is to offer a validating space to guide clients through their journeys of healing, helping them reclaim their strength, resilience, and hope for the future.
Jessie Wedell (she/her) is passionate about working with individuals and couples from diverse backgrounds and identities who may face unique challenges with those intersections. With a strong foundation in social science, she recognizes the sociocultural influences that impact mental health. She also has an extensive background in dance and yoga and strongly believes in somatic interventions as a form of trauma recovery and to build a healthy connection with ones body. Her goal is to offer a validating space to guide clients through their journeys of healing, helping them reclaim their strength, resilience, and hope for the future.
Therapy works best when you feel seen, understood, and safe. Starting therapy is a significant step towards personal growth and well-being. In our work together, I draw from several proven therapeutic approaches: psychodynamic, CBT, IFS, and EMDR. I am an experienced sex therapist and am passionate about work with individuals and couples as they navigate sexuality and sexual exploration. Together, we’ll explore which methods resonate best with your unique needs and personality. We’ll collaborate to set personalized, achievable goals. This will help us navigate your path forward, step-by-step, as a supportive team.
Therapy works best when you feel seen, understood, and safe. Starting therapy is a significant step towards personal growth and well-being. In our work together, I draw from several proven therapeutic approaches: psychodynamic, CBT, IFS, and EMDR. I am an experienced sex therapist and am passionate about work with individuals and couples as they navigate sexuality and sexual exploration. Together, we’ll explore which methods resonate best with your unique needs and personality. We’ll collaborate to set personalized, achievable goals. This will help us navigate your path forward, step-by-step, as a supportive team.
Are you grappling with intense emotions or painful memories, navigating life transitions, or seeking a space for open conversation and self-discovery? Do you experience anxiety, tension, or overwhelm, or wonder why you feel irritable, tearful, or unable to enjoy your usual activities? In times of stress, people often withdraw, avoid, or adopt other unhealthy habits, only to find it makes them feel worse. You probably long for more effective ways to cope, handle your emotions, and work towards a healthier, more fulfilling life.
Are you grappling with intense emotions or painful memories, navigating life transitions, or seeking a space for open conversation and self-discovery? Do you experience anxiety, tension, or overwhelm, or wonder why you feel irritable, tearful, or unable to enjoy your usual activities? In times of stress, people often withdraw, avoid, or adopt other unhealthy habits, only to find it makes them feel worse. You probably long for more effective ways to cope, handle your emotions, and work towards a healthier, more fulfilling life.
Welcome! My name is Joanne and I am part of a practice that validates and supports individual's unique life stories with empathy, curiosity, and with no judgment. Our goal is to provide a safe space where individuals or couples can work collaboratively to unlearn limiting thoughts and behaviors by replacing them with healthier strategies to cope with changes and manage stress.
Welcome! My name is Joanne and I am part of a practice that validates and supports individual's unique life stories with empathy, curiosity, and with no judgment. Our goal is to provide a safe space where individuals or couples can work collaboratively to unlearn limiting thoughts and behaviors by replacing them with healthier strategies to cope with changes and manage stress.
My speciality is providing comprehensive DBT treatment (individual therapy, DBT skills group, and phone coaching) for clients with emotion regulation difficulties. I also work with adults (18+) who feel overwhelmed by their emotions and struggle with depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, or difficulties functioning at work or school. Together, we’ll address these challenges in a supportive, collaborative environment. My approach combines evidence-based therapies, like DBT and CBT, to help you break free from unhelpful patterns, build healthier ways of thinking, and learn to accept and navigate life’s difficult moments.
My speciality is providing comprehensive DBT treatment (individual therapy, DBT skills group, and phone coaching) for clients with emotion regulation difficulties. I also work with adults (18+) who feel overwhelmed by their emotions and struggle with depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, or difficulties functioning at work or school. Together, we’ll address these challenges in a supportive, collaborative environment. My approach combines evidence-based therapies, like DBT and CBT, to help you break free from unhelpful patterns, build healthier ways of thinking, and learn to accept and navigate life’s difficult moments.
We know how difficult it can be to find and start with a new therapist. We strive to make this transition seamless for you & like to partner with you to develop your goals. CCH is in-network with CareFirst/BlueCross plans. It is the mission of our group to ensure that high quality and compassionate mental health care is accessible, affordable, and affirming. Our clinicians are justice-oriented therapists who prioritize our client’s safety and view them as the expert in their own life. We are here to be supportive. Our therapists genuinely like the folks they serve and bring curiosity and compassion to sessions.
We know how difficult it can be to find and start with a new therapist. We strive to make this transition seamless for you & like to partner with you to develop your goals. CCH is in-network with CareFirst/BlueCross plans. It is the mission of our group to ensure that high quality and compassionate mental health care is accessible, affordable, and affirming. Our clinicians are justice-oriented therapists who prioritize our client’s safety and view them as the expert in their own life. We are here to be supportive. Our therapists genuinely like the folks they serve and bring curiosity and compassion to sessions.
I work with individuals who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of their next steps—often during life transitions or while navigating self-esteem and relationship challenges. Many come in feeling disconnected from their confidence or struggling to make decisions that align with who they want to be. In our work together, we focus on building clarity, strengthening self-trust, and developing practical tools to help you move forward with confidence and intention.
I work with individuals who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of their next steps—often during life transitions or while navigating self-esteem and relationship challenges. Many come in feeling disconnected from their confidence or struggling to make decisions that align with who they want to be. In our work together, we focus on building clarity, strengthening self-trust, and developing practical tools to help you move forward with confidence and intention.
I am a British Couples Psychotherapist specializing in relationship and sexual issues. If you want positive change in your communication, conflicts, sexual difficulties, an affair and its aftermath, divorce or separation or loss of intimacy, I can help you. I truly understand the need for a safe, confidential and empathic environment, to be able to trust your therapist, to be listened to and understood, so that together we are able to resolve or manage the problems and issues you are having with your partner. Take the first step to getting the relationship you deserve - call me to make an appointment.
I am a British Couples Psychotherapist specializing in relationship and sexual issues. If you want positive change in your communication, conflicts, sexual difficulties, an affair and its aftermath, divorce or separation or loss of intimacy, I can help you. I truly understand the need for a safe, confidential and empathic environment, to be able to trust your therapist, to be listened to and understood, so that together we are able to resolve or manage the problems and issues you are having with your partner. Take the first step to getting the relationship you deserve - call me to make an appointment.
I specialize in helping individuals and couples navigate these challenges with clarity and confidence. Using the Gottman Method, I provide practical tools to improve communication, rebuild trust, and create meaningful connection. Whether you're facing conflict, struggling with intimacy, or feeling unsure about your relationship's future, I'm here to help you find solutions that align with your values and goals. I also provide Couples Intensives (Gottman Method–Informed)
Couples Intensives are designed for partners who want to work through a specific relationship issue in an accelerated, focused way. Message me directly for more info
I specialize in helping individuals and couples navigate these challenges with clarity and confidence. Using the Gottman Method, I provide practical tools to improve communication, rebuild trust, and create meaningful connection. Whether you're facing conflict, struggling with intimacy, or feeling unsure about your relationship's future, I'm here to help you find solutions that align with your values and goals. I also provide Couples Intensives (Gottman Method–Informed)
Couples Intensives are designed for partners who want to work through a specific relationship issue in an accelerated, focused way. Message me directly for more info
Becoming a mother can often leave you with feelings of sadness, overwhelm, or even isolation. I specialize in maternal mental health and the unique challenges of the perinatal and postpartum journey. I work with women navigating the emotional complexities of infertility, the early stages of motherhood and parenthood, and those seeking support for overall maternal wellness. My goal is to help individuals through these vulnerable transitions, empowering them to find their inherent strength, build resilience, and reclaim a sense of balance and well-being.
Becoming a mother can often leave you with feelings of sadness, overwhelm, or even isolation. I specialize in maternal mental health and the unique challenges of the perinatal and postpartum journey. I work with women navigating the emotional complexities of infertility, the early stages of motherhood and parenthood, and those seeking support for overall maternal wellness. My goal is to help individuals through these vulnerable transitions, empowering them to find their inherent strength, build resilience, and reclaim a sense of balance and well-being.
My practice focuses on adolescents and adults of all ages. I conceptualize issues from a cognitive-behavioral approach, meaning that I will explore together with you the thoughts and feelings related to your behavior patterns and examine the impact of any biological, psychological, and social factors. We will work together to make manageable changes so that you can feel better and move forward to reach your goals. Therapy often leads to better relationships, solutions to problems, and a reduction in anxiety and stress.
My practice focuses on adolescents and adults of all ages. I conceptualize issues from a cognitive-behavioral approach, meaning that I will explore together with you the thoughts and feelings related to your behavior patterns and examine the impact of any biological, psychological, and social factors. We will work together to make manageable changes so that you can feel better and move forward to reach your goals. Therapy often leads to better relationships, solutions to problems, and a reduction in anxiety and stress.
Struggling with your child, teen, or young adult’s anxiety or OCD? Feeling overwhelmed trying to meet your child’s needs, or alone in supporting your neurodivergent child? You're seeking clarity, connection and tools that truly help.
I’m Kim, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Virginia, Maryland, D.C., & Vermont with over 20 years of experience supporting children, teens, and families through emotional and behavioral challenges. I specialize in working with parents who want to better understand their child’s needs and build a calmer, more connected home.
Struggling with your child, teen, or young adult’s anxiety or OCD? Feeling overwhelmed trying to meet your child’s needs, or alone in supporting your neurodivergent child? You're seeking clarity, connection and tools that truly help.
I’m Kim, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Virginia, Maryland, D.C., & Vermont with over 20 years of experience supporting children, teens, and families through emotional and behavioral challenges. I specialize in working with parents who want to better understand their child’s needs and build a calmer, more connected home.
The Counseling Center of Virginia is a team of therapists who are dedicated to helping people live fulfilling lives. Our focus is on providing relatively short-term therapy treatments that use structured, evidence-based methods to achieve positive, long-lasting results. We believe in helping individuals, couples, and families make life-enhancing changes and transitions, and are committed to doing so in a way that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion.
The Counseling Center of Virginia is a team of therapists who are dedicated to helping people live fulfilling lives. Our focus is on providing relatively short-term therapy treatments that use structured, evidence-based methods to achieve positive, long-lasting results. We believe in helping individuals, couples, and families make life-enhancing changes and transitions, and are committed to doing so in a way that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Accepting New Carefirst BCBS and Anthem Patients! Clients would describe her as empathic, direct, and funny. She believes we make choices that not only affect the now but also have a huge impact on our future. Balancing those choices is important when understanding the idea of self-care. Together we will face those challenges and work through the mountain known as life. Jenna is a Licensed Graduate Counselor (LGPC00748, LGP11176) in the District of Columbia, and Maryland. She earned her Master Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Monmouth University. She has nine plus years of experience working with relationship
Accepting New Carefirst BCBS and Anthem Patients! Clients would describe her as empathic, direct, and funny. She believes we make choices that not only affect the now but also have a huge impact on our future. Balancing those choices is important when understanding the idea of self-care. Together we will face those challenges and work through the mountain known as life. Jenna is a Licensed Graduate Counselor (LGPC00748, LGP11176) in the District of Columbia, and Maryland. She earned her Master Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Monmouth University. She has nine plus years of experience working with relationship
I am skilled in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of ADHD, as well as other related mood and anxiety disorders. I will work collaboratively with you to identify goals and objectives, and together we will use evidence-based methods to achieve them. With proper diagnosis and intervention, ADHD is treatable! I am the founder and Clinical Director of the Orchid Center for ADHD and Executive Functioning, with over 15 years of experience in private practice. My previous work has taken me through a variety of settings, including employee assistant programs, community mental health, hospitals, universities, and public schools.
I am skilled in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of ADHD, as well as other related mood and anxiety disorders. I will work collaboratively with you to identify goals and objectives, and together we will use evidence-based methods to achieve them. With proper diagnosis and intervention, ADHD is treatable! I am the founder and Clinical Director of the Orchid Center for ADHD and Executive Functioning, with over 15 years of experience in private practice. My previous work has taken me through a variety of settings, including employee assistant programs, community mental health, hospitals, universities, and public schools.
Finding a therapist can be overwhelming. With over 15 years of experience, I offer a warm, supportive environment for people experiencing life transitions, relationship problems, family conflict, anxiety and depression. With empathy and curiosity, we will work together to better understand your internal world and find relief. My sincere belief is that therapy offers an opportunity for us to find a higher degree of freedom in our lives.
Finding a therapist can be overwhelming. With over 15 years of experience, I offer a warm, supportive environment for people experiencing life transitions, relationship problems, family conflict, anxiety and depression. With empathy and curiosity, we will work together to better understand your internal world and find relief. My sincere belief is that therapy offers an opportunity for us to find a higher degree of freedom in our lives.
Life is full of changes. If the simple pleasures of the life feel out of reach. You are not alone.I am trained working with clients in transition such as Divorce, Loss, Critical illness, PTSD due to catastrophic accident, rape, violence and war. I am known as therapist by Fairfax Courts for Anger and Abuse prevention and treatment, as well as helping Undocumented Immigrants for Psychological Assessment and Anxiety Treatment. I am successfully working with couples to solve their issues and having healthy relationship with children, relatives and themselves .
Life is full of changes. If the simple pleasures of the life feel out of reach. You are not alone.I am trained working with clients in transition such as Divorce, Loss, Critical illness, PTSD due to catastrophic accident, rape, violence and war. I am known as therapist by Fairfax Courts for Anger and Abuse prevention and treatment, as well as helping Undocumented Immigrants for Psychological Assessment and Anxiety Treatment. I am successfully working with couples to solve their issues and having healthy relationship with children, relatives and themselves .
Coastal Virginia Mental Health Services,
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LSATP
Serves Area
At Coastal Virginia Mental Health Services, we serve adolescents, adults, couples, families, veterans, professionals, college students, and individuals navigating life's most challenging seasons. Many of our clients come to us feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, grief, relationship struggles, trauma, stress, life transitions, or substance use concerns. Our team of licensed therapists and counseling residents provides compassionate, individualized care that meets clients where they are. We focus on helping people gain insight, build practical coping skills, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful, lasting change.
At Coastal Virginia Mental Health Services, we serve adolescents, adults, couples, families, veterans, professionals, college students, and individuals navigating life's most challenging seasons. Many of our clients come to us feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, grief, relationship struggles, trauma, stress, life transitions, or substance use concerns. Our team of licensed therapists and counseling residents provides compassionate, individualized care that meets clients where they are. We focus on helping people gain insight, build practical coping skills, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Welcome to the search for a sacred healing space with genuine safety and trust. In my 25+ years as a clinical psychologist, I have repeatedly witnessed this truth: taking the risk to begin a therapeutic relationship is an act of both bravery and self-compassion. Therapy can and should be empowering and transformative. In my work I seek a balance of gentleness, nurture and challenge with those who entrust me with their stories; my clients have shown me that deep change is possible. My specialties include complex trauma, women's sexuality, spirituality & anxiety disorders.
Welcome to the search for a sacred healing space with genuine safety and trust. In my 25+ years as a clinical psychologist, I have repeatedly witnessed this truth: taking the risk to begin a therapeutic relationship is an act of both bravery and self-compassion. Therapy can and should be empowering and transformative. In my work I seek a balance of gentleness, nurture and challenge with those who entrust me with their stories; my clients have shown me that deep change is possible. My specialties include complex trauma, women's sexuality, spirituality & anxiety disorders.
I find a lot of joy in helping teens and adults discover and uncover their truest selves. If you are someone who wants to increase self-compassion, heal from trauma, challenge long held beliefs about yourself or the world, strengthen relationships, process grief and loss, and/or find the inner strength and resources to make desired changes in your life, I might be a good fit for you. I also find it very meaningful to work with people unlearning and healing from diet culture, those taking or considering a GLP-1 metabolic medication and processing the complicated emotions that arise through these choices and the changes that happen.
I find a lot of joy in helping teens and adults discover and uncover their truest selves. If you are someone who wants to increase self-compassion, heal from trauma, challenge long held beliefs about yourself or the world, strengthen relationships, process grief and loss, and/or find the inner strength and resources to make desired changes in your life, I might be a good fit for you. I also find it very meaningful to work with people unlearning and healing from diet culture, those taking or considering a GLP-1 metabolic medication and processing the complicated emotions that arise through these choices and the changes that happen.
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