Trauma Focused Therapists in Shaw, Washington, DC
Therapy is difficult. Each person has their own unique background, painful experience(s), mental health concerns, challenges, setbacks, and both internal and external barriers to living the life they most want to lead. People who tend to both enjoy and benefit most out of therapy with me are those who are motivated, open to exploring deeper parts of themselves to gain insight into how it contributes to their current functioning, are open to being challenged on their thinking and behavioral patterns, and are able to commit to reflecting and practicing strategies (if needed) between sessions.
Therapy is difficult. Each person has their own unique background, painful experience(s), mental health concerns, challenges, setbacks, and both internal and external barriers to living the life they most want to lead. People who tend to both enjoy and benefit most out of therapy with me are those who are motivated, open to exploring deeper parts of themselves to gain insight into how it contributes to their current functioning, are open to being challenged on their thinking and behavioral patterns, and are able to commit to reflecting and practicing strategies (if needed) between sessions.
Something feels unsettled. Maybe it’s a persistent sense of worry, a heaviness that’s difficult to name, or relationship patterns that make you feel distant from yourself or the people you care about most. You’ve spent years managing, accommodating, or keeping things moving—but lately, it feels like the cost is too high. You may not have words for all of it yet, but you know it’s time to turn inward, to move differently. My role is to help you make sense of what’s really going on beneath the surface—gently, at your pace, and with care that honors your past, your culture, your identity, and your capacity to heal.
Something feels unsettled. Maybe it’s a persistent sense of worry, a heaviness that’s difficult to name, or relationship patterns that make you feel distant from yourself or the people you care about most. You’ve spent years managing, accommodating, or keeping things moving—but lately, it feels like the cost is too high. You may not have words for all of it yet, but you know it’s time to turn inward, to move differently. My role is to help you make sense of what’s really going on beneath the surface—gently, at your pace, and with care that honors your past, your culture, your identity, and your capacity to heal.
Ashley Lauren Harrell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
1 Endorsed
Shaw, Washington, DC 20001
In addition to Somatic Experiencing, I also draw from my experience using Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Solutions Focused Brief Therapy, and other modalities as needed.
I work with survivors of interpersonal harm. Some of my clients are finally ready to talk about what happened when they were a child. Some are navigating more recent abuse or trauma. Others aren't sure if what happened to them "counts," or if they're making it a big deal in their mind.
Here's what I know: most survivors of emotional or physical abuse and trauma doubt themselves. They may think it wasn't "bad enough," or that somehow they were responsible.
Here's what I also know: if it's weighing on you, it's worth unpacking. Interpersonal harm deserves interpersonal healing. I'm here when you're ready to begin.
In addition to Somatic Experiencing, I also draw from my experience using Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Solutions Focused Brief Therapy, and other modalities as needed.
I work with survivors of interpersonal harm. Some of my clients are finally ready to talk about what happened when they were a child. Some are navigating more recent abuse or trauma. Others aren't sure if what happened to them "counts," or if they're making it a big deal in their mind.
Here's what I know: most survivors of emotional or physical abuse and trauma doubt themselves. They may think it wasn't "bad enough," or that somehow they were responsible.
Here's what I also know: if it's weighing on you, it's worth unpacking. Interpersonal harm deserves interpersonal healing. I'm here when you're ready to begin.
Dr. Allison Bondanza is a Board-Certified Clinical Psychologist who specializes in helping individuals and couples navigate life's challenges and achieve emotional well-being. Her approach is research-driven and combines the latest insights from neuroscience, attachment theory, and emotion regulation to help clients reach their deserved level of wellness. Dr. Bondanza specializes in treating anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Her approach is designed to empower clients to reconnect with their authentic selves and develop effective coping strategies.
Dr. Allison Bondanza is a Board-Certified Clinical Psychologist who specializes in helping individuals and couples navigate life's challenges and achieve emotional well-being. Her approach is research-driven and combines the latest insights from neuroscience, attachment theory, and emotion regulation to help clients reach their deserved level of wellness. Dr. Bondanza specializes in treating anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Her approach is designed to empower clients to reconnect with their authentic selves and develop effective coping strategies.
Jasmin Perrier, LMSW (she/her) graduated with a Masters of Social Work from Columbia University, where she received extensive training and certifications in EMDR and Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy. Jasmin identifies as a Black queer woman and believes that it is important to honor her identity alongside clients, while recognizing how those identities interact with systems of power and oppression throughout our country. She particularly loves working with young adults exploring their identities, learning emotional regulation, and working on improving interpersonal relationships.
Jasmin Perrier, LMSW (she/her) graduated with a Masters of Social Work from Columbia University, where she received extensive training and certifications in EMDR and Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy. Jasmin identifies as a Black queer woman and believes that it is important to honor her identity alongside clients, while recognizing how those identities interact with systems of power and oppression throughout our country. She particularly loves working with young adults exploring their identities, learning emotional regulation, and working on improving interpersonal relationships.
Most of my clients are already working hard on their own lives. They've read the books, downloaded the apps, tried to white-knuckle through anxiety, ADHD, or a stuck relationship, and still feel caught in patterns they can name but cannot seem to change. I am a licensed clinical psychologist and neuroscientist based on the East Side of Providence, steps from Brown University and RISD. I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, life transitions, and the particular weight that high-achieving professionals often carry.
Most of my clients are already working hard on their own lives. They've read the books, downloaded the apps, tried to white-knuckle through anxiety, ADHD, or a stuck relationship, and still feel caught in patterns they can name but cannot seem to change. I am a licensed clinical psychologist and neuroscientist based on the East Side of Providence, steps from Brown University and RISD. I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, life transitions, and the particular weight that high-achieving professionals often carry.
Life can be stressful and at times we need assistance finding balance and meaning in this often unkind world. My clients often express dissatisfaction with their image in the mirror—they feel stuck in unsatisfying careers and are struggling to determine the next step. They are either in relationships that are not mutually beneficial and are struggling to communicate effectively, or they are feeling overwhelmed with dating in this app-centric world. I love what I do and I think it shows. My main goal is to help clients address personal challenges, understand how early life events effect them, and how to take steps towards change.
Life can be stressful and at times we need assistance finding balance and meaning in this often unkind world. My clients often express dissatisfaction with their image in the mirror—they feel stuck in unsatisfying careers and are struggling to determine the next step. They are either in relationships that are not mutually beneficial and are struggling to communicate effectively, or they are feeling overwhelmed with dating in this app-centric world. I love what I do and I think it shows. My main goal is to help clients address personal challenges, understand how early life events effect them, and how to take steps towards change.
If you’re struggling to cope with the curveballs that life can sometimes throw at us, I can help you navigate through the feelings that may come up and offer coping skills and strategies to find your path forward. I have worked with clients on navigating trauma, military life, depression, anxiety, family issues, and major life adjustments.
If you’re struggling to cope with the curveballs that life can sometimes throw at us, I can help you navigate through the feelings that may come up and offer coping skills and strategies to find your path forward. I have worked with clients on navigating trauma, military life, depression, anxiety, family issues, and major life adjustments.
I work with executives, entrepreneurs and leaders who are struggling with relationship issues, addiction, depression, anxiety, and PTSD. Many of my clients are high performers who have become successful despite a difficult childhood. If you are curious how therapy can help you reduce your suffering, improve your relationships, and help you heal from past traumas, I encourage you to reach out for a free consultation. I use elements of EMDR therapy in my approach. All people are welcome. I invite you to come as you are. I will respect, support, and encourage you during our time in therapy.
I work with executives, entrepreneurs and leaders who are struggling with relationship issues, addiction, depression, anxiety, and PTSD. Many of my clients are high performers who have become successful despite a difficult childhood. If you are curious how therapy can help you reduce your suffering, improve your relationships, and help you heal from past traumas, I encourage you to reach out for a free consultation. I use elements of EMDR therapy in my approach. All people are welcome. I invite you to come as you are. I will respect, support, and encourage you during our time in therapy.
All psychological issues are ultimately existential in origin, entailing a confrontation with death, loss, meaning, purpose and value. All that we do (knowingly or unknowingly) is dedicated to deciphering these daunting and irrepressible demands of existence. Few are successful in resolving or even clearly conceptualizing these existential issues and their minds inevitably descend into despair, depression and anxiety. Some seek to assuage their suffering with psychoactive substances (illicit and licit) and this leads only to addiction and abdication of autonomy over one's authentic self. My System offers a solution.
All psychological issues are ultimately existential in origin, entailing a confrontation with death, loss, meaning, purpose and value. All that we do (knowingly or unknowingly) is dedicated to deciphering these daunting and irrepressible demands of existence. Few are successful in resolving or even clearly conceptualizing these existential issues and their minds inevitably descend into despair, depression and anxiety. Some seek to assuage their suffering with psychoactive substances (illicit and licit) and this leads only to addiction and abdication of autonomy over one's authentic self. My System offers a solution.
If you feel stuck in old patterns or weighed down by past pain, therapy can help you reconnect—with yourself, your values, and the people who matter most. Whether you’re navigating a major life transition, feeling disconnected, or carrying experiences from the past that still shape your present, you don’t have to face it alone.
If you feel stuck in old patterns or weighed down by past pain, therapy can help you reconnect—with yourself, your values, and the people who matter most. Whether you’re navigating a major life transition, feeling disconnected, or carrying experiences from the past that still shape your present, you don’t have to face it alone.
If you're a young adult navigating anxiety, trauma, or a major life transition, you may also be balancing family expectations, identity, or the challenges of growing up between cultures. Many of my clients are first-generation or from multicultural backgrounds and want a space where they feel understood without having to over-explain their experiences. They're seeking clarity, confidence, and a stronger sense of self.
If you're a young adult navigating anxiety, trauma, or a major life transition, you may also be balancing family expectations, identity, or the challenges of growing up between cultures. Many of my clients are first-generation or from multicultural backgrounds and want a space where they feel understood without having to over-explain their experiences. They're seeking clarity, confidence, and a stronger sense of self.
Our goal at Hyacinth Wellness is to help clients identify obstacles and understand their needs and strengths to achieve personal growth and success within relationships and life goals. We assess current life circumstances, family and medical history, and the larger social context to promote self-awareness and a collaborative plan of growth and change.
Our goal at Hyacinth Wellness is to help clients identify obstacles and understand their needs and strengths to achieve personal growth and success within relationships and life goals. We assess current life circumstances, family and medical history, and the larger social context to promote self-awareness and a collaborative plan of growth and change.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in Newport Beach, CA with 10+ years of experience in outpatient, crisis counseling, and Therapeutic-Day Treatment, I am dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges and foster meaningful change. I specialize in supporting young adult women through life transitions, anxiety, depression, chronic pain, grief, burnout, and relationship conflicts.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in Newport Beach, CA with 10+ years of experience in outpatient, crisis counseling, and Therapeutic-Day Treatment, I am dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges and foster meaningful change. I specialize in supporting young adult women through life transitions, anxiety, depression, chronic pain, grief, burnout, and relationship conflicts.
You are the steady presence others rely on. A high-achiever. A provider. A helper. A protector. Whether you are a Veteran, a caregiver, an executive, or a community leader, you often carry the emotional load for everyone around you. But beneath the surface, you are exhausted, disconnected, and overwhelmed.
At L.L. Green and Associates, therapy isn’t about fixing you, it’s about helping you come home to yourself. Together, we’ll work to make sense of what you’ve carried and give you the tools to move forward with clarity, confidence, and emotional freedom.
You are the steady presence others rely on. A high-achiever. A provider. A helper. A protector. Whether you are a Veteran, a caregiver, an executive, or a community leader, you often carry the emotional load for everyone around you. But beneath the surface, you are exhausted, disconnected, and overwhelmed.
At L.L. Green and Associates, therapy isn’t about fixing you, it’s about helping you come home to yourself. Together, we’ll work to make sense of what you’ve carried and give you the tools to move forward with clarity, confidence, and emotional freedom.
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.
Looking for a new therapist can be daunting & time consuming. No proprietary therapeutic approach comes close to approaching the complexity inside of you and the world around us.
You may be wondering what the right fit is for you. You may have undergone an alphabet soup of brief "evidence based therapies." DSM categories are a poor way to understand emotional suffering. Most of the problems we seek to address are often woven into the fabric of our lives. It is less a question of what the patient "has" than who they are-their way of being in the world.
Looking for a new therapist can be daunting & time consuming. No proprietary therapeutic approach comes close to approaching the complexity inside of you and the world around us.
You may be wondering what the right fit is for you. You may have undergone an alphabet soup of brief "evidence based therapies." DSM categories are a poor way to understand emotional suffering. Most of the problems we seek to address are often woven into the fabric of our lives. It is less a question of what the patient "has" than who they are-their way of being in the world.
Some reasons you might seek therapy with me include the following: if you are struggling with anxiety or depression; if you lack motivation or feel overwhelmed by stress; if you are having trouble in your romantic or social relationships; if you are grieving the loss of a loved one; if you are navigating challenging workplace relationships; or if you are having strong emotional responses you don't understand.
Some reasons you might seek therapy with me include the following: if you are struggling with anxiety or depression; if you lack motivation or feel overwhelmed by stress; if you are having trouble in your romantic or social relationships; if you are grieving the loss of a loved one; if you are navigating challenging workplace relationships; or if you are having strong emotional responses you don't understand.
With over 30 years of experience to offer, I'm pleased to say that most of my clients have been referred by their friends who are or have been clients. When mutual respect develops, it ensures the trust and comfort needed to address and resolve most problems. I have always felt blessed and privileged to be a therapist and to sit with someone who is grappling with some of the most meaningful aspects of their lives. When you contact me, I'll be happy to honestly explore whether or not this will be a good therapeutic relationship.
With over 30 years of experience to offer, I'm pleased to say that most of my clients have been referred by their friends who are or have been clients. When mutual respect develops, it ensures the trust and comfort needed to address and resolve most problems. I have always felt blessed and privileged to be a therapist and to sit with someone who is grappling with some of the most meaningful aspects of their lives. When you contact me, I'll be happy to honestly explore whether or not this will be a good therapeutic relationship.
While we possess many innate tools to cope effectively with adversity, there are many factors that can serve as barriers to achieving and maintaining a healthy balance in life. Whether these barriers relate to internal processes or external circumstances, I believe that it is often beneficial for us to practice vocalizing our experience to others. Doing so can serve as a protective factor, helping us to cope more effectively with any radical internal monologues that may pop up from time to time.
While we possess many innate tools to cope effectively with adversity, there are many factors that can serve as barriers to achieving and maintaining a healthy balance in life. Whether these barriers relate to internal processes or external circumstances, I believe that it is often beneficial for us to practice vocalizing our experience to others. Doing so can serve as a protective factor, helping us to cope more effectively with any radical internal monologues that may pop up from time to time.
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- Downtown
- Dupont Circle
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- Ledroit Park
- Logan Circle
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- NoMa
- Penn Quarter
- Pleasant Plains
- U Street Corridor