Therapists in Shaw, Washington, DC
Life's journey can be layered and unpredictable, often leaving us overwhelmed by anxiety and depression, unsure of how to move forward. As a Psychotherapist with a PhD in Clinical Sexology I specialize in helping individuals, as well as couples, regain control and find fulfillment in the diverse facets of their lives (poly/kink positive). You drive the treatment process, and we holistically explore your goals and hopes for the future. With a trauma-informed and integrative approach, including EMDR and cognitive-based therapy, I empower you to transform your life. Let's embark on a journey of healing and self-discovery together.
Life's journey can be layered and unpredictable, often leaving us overwhelmed by anxiety and depression, unsure of how to move forward. As a Psychotherapist with a PhD in Clinical Sexology I specialize in helping individuals, as well as couples, regain control and find fulfillment in the diverse facets of their lives (poly/kink positive). You drive the treatment process, and we holistically explore your goals and hopes for the future. With a trauma-informed and integrative approach, including EMDR and cognitive-based therapy, I empower you to transform your life. Let's embark on a journey of healing and self-discovery together.
Beginning therapy can feel like a big step, but it’s often the first toward meaningful insight and lasting personal growth. We understand that therapy is not a one-size-fits-all process. Our approach is tailored to you—whether you’re working through past experiences, navigating present challenges, or seeking greater balance in your life. You don’t have to do it alone.
Our goal is to create a safe, supportive, and compassionate environment where you feel comfortable sharing openly and working toward change.
Beginning therapy can feel like a big step, but it’s often the first toward meaningful insight and lasting personal growth. We understand that therapy is not a one-size-fits-all process. Our approach is tailored to you—whether you’re working through past experiences, navigating present challenges, or seeking greater balance in your life. You don’t have to do it alone.
Our goal is to create a safe, supportive, and compassionate environment where you feel comfortable sharing openly and working toward change.
From the outside, things might look steady - but inside, it can feel like anxiety, pressure, or a constant sense of being “on.” Your mind keeps going. You replay conversations, second-guess yourself, or feel responsible for holding everything together. Even when things are going well, it can be hard to fully relax. I work with young adults who are thoughtful, capable, and often carrying more than they let on. If you’re feeling stuck in your head, overwhelmed, or off balance, therapy can help you slow down, feel more grounded, and start to move forward with clarity.
From the outside, things might look steady - but inside, it can feel like anxiety, pressure, or a constant sense of being “on.” Your mind keeps going. You replay conversations, second-guess yourself, or feel responsible for holding everything together. Even when things are going well, it can be hard to fully relax. I work with young adults who are thoughtful, capable, and often carrying more than they let on. If you’re feeling stuck in your head, overwhelmed, or off balance, therapy can help you slow down, feel more grounded, and start to move forward with clarity.
Welcome! I conduct comprehensive and individualized psychoeducational evaluations for clients age 6 through adults when there are concerns regarding learning, attention, cognitive functioning and/or personal adjustment in the academic or work settings. Assessment of learning disabilities, ADHD/ADD, depression and anxiety are conducted.
Welcome! I conduct comprehensive and individualized psychoeducational evaluations for clients age 6 through adults when there are concerns regarding learning, attention, cognitive functioning and/or personal adjustment in the academic or work settings. Assessment of learning disabilities, ADHD/ADD, depression and anxiety are conducted.
I support busy professionals and their families by providing a safe, welcoming, and non-judgmental space. Featured in The New York Times, Parents, Forbes and more, I help kids, teens, and adults move from surviving to thriving. As a professional with a family of my own, I understand the challenges of juggling life’s many demands. Whether you hope to address a specific issue, or you just want to improve the quality of your family’s lives, you're in the right place.
I support busy professionals and their families by providing a safe, welcoming, and non-judgmental space. Featured in The New York Times, Parents, Forbes and more, I help kids, teens, and adults move from surviving to thriving. As a professional with a family of my own, I understand the challenges of juggling life’s many demands. Whether you hope to address a specific issue, or you just want to improve the quality of your family’s lives, you're in the right place.
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.
Do you or your family worry about your thinking abilities? Have you always wondered whether your diagnosis is accurate or wished that you had a more comprehensive evaluation of your symptoms? I perform neuropsychological and psychological evaluations that integrate various cognitive and emotional traits into a personalized and thorough evaluation. I regularly perform forensic neuropsychological and psychological evaluations for the court system. As a board certified neuropsychologist, I often perform cognitive testing to assess skills such as intelligence, attention, processing speed, executive functioning, language, and memory.
Do you or your family worry about your thinking abilities? Have you always wondered whether your diagnosis is accurate or wished that you had a more comprehensive evaluation of your symptoms? I perform neuropsychological and psychological evaluations that integrate various cognitive and emotional traits into a personalized and thorough evaluation. I regularly perform forensic neuropsychological and psychological evaluations for the court system. As a board certified neuropsychologist, I often perform cognitive testing to assess skills such as intelligence, attention, processing speed, executive functioning, language, and memory.
I’m Brian Rink, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in Washington, DC, and Virginia. I specialize in helping men—gay or straight—who struggle with emotions, relationships, and connection. Many of my patients are high-achieving and capable, yet feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure how to express their feelings. I help men develop emotional awareness, improve communication, and build more meaningful relationships.
I also work with all genders on issues of Sex Therapy, Chronic Illness, Chronic Pain, Depression and mood disorders. Here I focus on self compassion, self-acceptance, and self-exploration.
I’m Brian Rink, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in Washington, DC, and Virginia. I specialize in helping men—gay or straight—who struggle with emotions, relationships, and connection. Many of my patients are high-achieving and capable, yet feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure how to express their feelings. I help men develop emotional awareness, improve communication, and build more meaningful relationships.
I also work with all genders on issues of Sex Therapy, Chronic Illness, Chronic Pain, Depression and mood disorders. Here I focus on self compassion, self-acceptance, and self-exploration.
Dubry Counseling Group offers thoughtful, structured therapy that prioritizes clarity, emotional regulation, and practical change. We provide a grounded, affirming space to slow things down, understand patterns, and work through anxiety, mood concerns, relationship stress, and life transitions. Our approach blends insight with real-world tools, helping clients build stability, improve communication, and make decisions that align with their values and circumstances.
Dubry Counseling Group offers thoughtful, structured therapy that prioritizes clarity, emotional regulation, and practical change. We provide a grounded, affirming space to slow things down, understand patterns, and work through anxiety, mood concerns, relationship stress, and life transitions. Our approach blends insight with real-world tools, helping clients build stability, improve communication, and make decisions that align with their values and circumstances.
I work with individuals navigating major life and relational transitions, including separation, identity shifts, and maternal mental health challenges. I also have extensive experience working with college students and early-career professionals managing anxiety, academic pressure, performance stress, and identity concerns. Many clients appear capable and outwardly steady while internally experiencing overwhelm or getting stuck in patterns that no longer serve them. My style is direct, warm, and collaborative, and humor naturally shows up when helpful. Work together focuses on insight, emotional steadiness, and sustainable change.
I work with individuals navigating major life and relational transitions, including separation, identity shifts, and maternal mental health challenges. I also have extensive experience working with college students and early-career professionals managing anxiety, academic pressure, performance stress, and identity concerns. Many clients appear capable and outwardly steady while internally experiencing overwhelm or getting stuck in patterns that no longer serve them. My style is direct, warm, and collaborative, and humor naturally shows up when helpful. Work together focuses on insight, emotional steadiness, and sustainable change.
My ideal client feels stuck in patterns they can’t quite explain. They may struggle with anxiety, trauma, relationship stress, or emotional overwhelm. They want clarity, healthier communication, and relief from constantly carrying it all alone. Many are high-functioning but internally exhausted. They’re ready to understand why certain dynamics keep repeating and how to respond differently. They want growth that feels intentional, not forced — and a space where honesty and accountability can coexist.
My ideal client feels stuck in patterns they can’t quite explain. They may struggle with anxiety, trauma, relationship stress, or emotional overwhelm. They want clarity, healthier communication, and relief from constantly carrying it all alone. Many are high-functioning but internally exhausted. They’re ready to understand why certain dynamics keep repeating and how to respond differently. They want growth that feels intentional, not forced — and a space where honesty and accountability can coexist.
I am a research-informed, PhD-level mental health clinician who utilizes evidence-based practices along with person centered approaches to support positive and sustained life progress with individuals I work with.
value the opportunity to work one-one-one to see a person's life transformed for their current and future self.
I am a research-informed, PhD-level mental health clinician who utilizes evidence-based practices along with person centered approaches to support positive and sustained life progress with individuals I work with.
value the opportunity to work one-one-one to see a person's life transformed for their current and future self.
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
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 am a pre-licensed clinician and crisis counselor completing my Master of Science in Clinical Professional Counseling at the University of Maryland Global Campus. With over four years of experience in crisis intervention, I bring a steady, grounded, and trauma-informed approach to my work with clients.
I am a pre-licensed clinician and crisis counselor completing my Master of Science in Clinical Professional Counseling at the University of Maryland Global Campus. With over four years of experience in crisis intervention, I bring a steady, grounded, and trauma-informed approach to my work with clients.
The Counseling Center of Washington, DC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC
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The mission of the Counseling Center Group is to offer expert counseling therapy services delivered by experienced therapists with diverse specialties. Our approach is rooted in the belief that equipping clients with effective tools can enhance their daily lives. As a result, we strive to empower our clients to live their lives independently, without relying on prolonged therapy.
The mission of the Counseling Center Group is to offer expert counseling therapy services delivered by experienced therapists with diverse specialties. Our approach is rooted in the belief that equipping clients with effective tools can enhance their daily lives. As a result, we strive to empower our clients to live their lives independently, without relying on prolonged therapy.
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 may appear like you are holding it together on the outside while feeling exhausted, anxious, or disconnected on the inside. I specialize in helping women who are navigating burnout, anxiety, depression, trauma, and major life transitions—especially helping professionals and those with military backgrounds. I am a Certified EMDR Therapist that focuses on holistic healing in sessions.
You may appear like you are holding it together on the outside while feeling exhausted, anxious, or disconnected on the inside. I specialize in helping women who are navigating burnout, anxiety, depression, trauma, and major life transitions—especially helping professionals and those with military backgrounds. I am a Certified EMDR Therapist that focuses on holistic healing in sessions.
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.
If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, substance use problems, or difficulties related to past traumatic experiences, I would like to help you to improve your quality of life. My gentle, compassionate, nonjudgmental style will enable us to create a therapeutic alliance that feels attuned and engaged. Within the context of this safe, validating relationship you can explore important personal material, increase understanding, grow, and heal.
If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, substance use problems, or difficulties related to past traumatic experiences, I would like to help you to improve your quality of life. My gentle, compassionate, nonjudgmental style will enable us to create a therapeutic alliance that feels attuned and engaged. Within the context of this safe, validating relationship you can explore important personal material, increase understanding, grow, and heal.
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Nearby Searches for Shaw, Washington
- Chinatown
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- Dupont Circle
- Eckington
- Ledroit Park
- Logan Circle
- Mount Vernon Square
- NoMa
- Penn Quarter
- Pleasant Plains
- U Street Corridor
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Number of Therapists in Shaw, Washington, DC
400+
Average cost per session
$180
Therapists in Shaw, Washington, DC who prioritize treating:
| 91% | Anxiety |
| 91% | Social Anxiety |
| 91% | Health Anxiety |
| 91% | Driving Anxiety |
| 84% | Depression |
| 77% | Relationship Issues |
| 72% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 69% | Aetna |
| 69% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 66% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Shaw, Washington, DC see their clients
| 56% | Online Only | |
| 44% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
| 78% | Female | |
| 20% | Male | |
| 2% | Non-Binary |