Therapists in Shaw, Washington, DC
Have you been on an emotional roller coaster? Are you overwhelmed with low self-esteem? Are you one of many men and women battling a history of sexual abuse? Is your relationship struggling to survive? You don't have to suffer in silence. You don't have to do this alone. Together we can begin to resolve the challenges in your life, break hurtful and long-standing patterns of behavior, and uncover your true potential.
Have you been on an emotional roller coaster? Are you overwhelmed with low self-esteem? Are you one of many men and women battling a history of sexual abuse? Is your relationship struggling to survive? You don't have to suffer in silence. You don't have to do this alone. Together we can begin to resolve the challenges in your life, break hurtful and long-standing patterns of behavior, and uncover your true potential.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Washington D.C. My approach to therapy is always person-centered and focused on finding ways to cope with challenges, identifying strategies that work best for the individual, and ultimately finding a lasting solution to your challenges. I typically work with teens and young adults experiencing depression and/or anxiety. These are the conditions I am most comfortable treating; however, I have been able to work successfully with clients who have been diagnosed with ADHD, bipolar disorder, conduct disorder, schizoaffective disorder, and schizophrenia.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Washington D.C. My approach to therapy is always person-centered and focused on finding ways to cope with challenges, identifying strategies that work best for the individual, and ultimately finding a lasting solution to your challenges. I typically work with teens and young adults experiencing depression and/or anxiety. These are the conditions I am most comfortable treating; however, I have been able to work successfully with clients who have been diagnosed with ADHD, bipolar disorder, conduct disorder, schizoaffective disorder, and schizophrenia.
Life's journey can be intricate, layered, and unpredictable, often leaving us overwhelmed by anxiety and depression. As a Psychotherapist with a PhD in Clinical Sexology, I specialize in helping individuals and couples regain control and find fulfillment (poly/kink positive). With a trauma-informed and integrative approach, including EMDR and cognitive-based therapy, I empower clients to transform their lives. Let's embark on a journey of healing and self-discovery together.
Life's journey can be intricate, layered, and unpredictable, often leaving us overwhelmed by anxiety and depression. As a Psychotherapist with a PhD in Clinical Sexology, I specialize in helping individuals and couples regain control and find fulfillment (poly/kink positive). With a trauma-informed and integrative approach, including EMDR and cognitive-based therapy, I empower clients to transform their lives. Let's embark on a journey of healing and self-discovery together.
I strive to create a safe, supportive, non-judgmental space for clients who feel burdened with hard feelings. You may be navigating a period of anxiety or depression, struggling with a difficult phase of life, or are unsure how to move beyond past experiences. We will create a collaborative partnership where we can work through these questions together, empowering you to find a path back to joy and calm in your life. I work with college students, adults, am Gottman-trained in couples work, and have particular expertise with clients experiencing infertility, adjusting to parenthood or navigating the joys and challenges of older kids.
I strive to create a safe, supportive, non-judgmental space for clients who feel burdened with hard feelings. You may be navigating a period of anxiety or depression, struggling with a difficult phase of life, or are unsure how to move beyond past experiences. We will create a collaborative partnership where we can work through these questions together, empowering you to find a path back to joy and calm in your life. I work with college students, adults, am Gottman-trained in couples work, and have particular expertise with clients experiencing infertility, adjusting to parenthood or navigating the joys and challenges of older kids.
Brittany Harris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C, LICSW, LCSW, TYCM
Verified Verified
Online Only
Hey Wonder-Woman! It truly is a wonder how you wear so many hats, saving many people and juggling many tasks. Are you feeling worn down and burnt out? Are you struggling with friendships or having trouble connecting with your partner intimately? Feeling like your love life is non-existent? Are you starting to feel stuck, empty, or unmotivated, maybe even anxious, plagued with worry, and overwhelmed? It can feel quite unbearable when all these emotions and racing thoughts fill your daily life. You want to feel peace in your mind, heart, and relationships, but instead, you feel turmoil; I understand.
Hey Wonder-Woman! It truly is a wonder how you wear so many hats, saving many people and juggling many tasks. Are you feeling worn down and burnt out? Are you struggling with friendships or having trouble connecting with your partner intimately? Feeling like your love life is non-existent? Are you starting to feel stuck, empty, or unmotivated, maybe even anxious, plagued with worry, and overwhelmed? It can feel quite unbearable when all these emotions and racing thoughts fill your daily life. You want to feel peace in your mind, heart, and relationships, but instead, you feel turmoil; I understand.
Wendy Bernard Pitts
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
Your degree hasn’t prepared you for everything, and stepping into the field can feel overwhelming. Maybe you're drowning in paperwork, struggling with complex cases, or afraid to ask for help at your agency. Or perhaps you need clinical supervision to sit for the Maryland, Virginia, or DC licensing exam, but your agency lacks a certified supervisor. I provide the support, tools, and confidence you need to develop your clinical skills, trust your instincts, and grow into the self-assured clinician you envisioned. With expert guidance, you can build a fulfilling, lasting career.
Your degree hasn’t prepared you for everything, and stepping into the field can feel overwhelming. Maybe you're drowning in paperwork, struggling with complex cases, or afraid to ask for help at your agency. Or perhaps you need clinical supervision to sit for the Maryland, Virginia, or DC licensing exam, but your agency lacks a certified supervisor. I provide the support, tools, and confidence you need to develop your clinical skills, trust your instincts, and grow into the self-assured clinician you envisioned. With expert guidance, you can build a fulfilling, lasting career.
Often people seek therapy when emotions are increasingly distressing, or relationships or life circumstances are unsatisfying. Therapy can help clarify your current situation, help you understand how you arrived at this point, and formulate a path forward. I describe my approach as active, compassionate, and empowering. My role is to create a safe and supportive environment where you can freely explore your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment. Through mutual respect and trust, we can create an atmosphere of curiosity where you can also be challenged to do the valuable work of self-exploration, growth, and change.
Often people seek therapy when emotions are increasingly distressing, or relationships or life circumstances are unsatisfying. Therapy can help clarify your current situation, help you understand how you arrived at this point, and formulate a path forward. I describe my approach as active, compassionate, and empowering. My role is to create a safe and supportive environment where you can freely explore your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment. Through mutual respect and trust, we can create an atmosphere of curiosity where you can also be challenged to do the valuable work of self-exploration, growth, and change.
With almost a decade of specialized experience, I offer trauma-informed psychotherapy for clients who appear successful on the surface—but are silently struggling with substance use disorders, burnout, anxiety, or unresolved trauma. My clients often include attorneys, healthcare providers, entrepreneurs, executives, and creatives, all seeking high-level, discreet support that honors their complexity and ambitions.
I understand the pressure, pace, and perfectionism that often come with high-stakes careers. Through a tailored and integrative approach, I can help provide you solutions to rebalance and heal in many areas of your life.
With almost a decade of specialized experience, I offer trauma-informed psychotherapy for clients who appear successful on the surface—but are silently struggling with substance use disorders, burnout, anxiety, or unresolved trauma. My clients often include attorneys, healthcare providers, entrepreneurs, executives, and creatives, all seeking high-level, discreet support that honors their complexity and ambitions.
I understand the pressure, pace, and perfectionism that often come with high-stakes careers. Through a tailored and integrative approach, I can help provide you solutions to rebalance and heal in many areas of your life.
Are you tired of talking about the issue?
Are you frustrated because you know what needs to change but you just can't get your brain to cooperate?
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Are you tired of talking about the issue?
Are you frustrated because you know what needs to change but you just can't get your brain to cooperate?
Are you ready to try something a little more creative?
Reach out for a free video chat to discuss working with me.
Kelly is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Washington DC, Maryland & Virginia. She received her Masters Degree in Social Work from New York University. Kelly has completed her externship in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT) and received advanced training at the National Institute for the Psychotherapies in New York City and The Washington School of Psychiatry in Washington, DC.
Kelly is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Washington DC, Maryland & Virginia. She received her Masters Degree in Social Work from New York University. Kelly has completed her externship in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT) and received advanced training at the National Institute for the Psychotherapies in New York City and The Washington School of Psychiatry in Washington, DC.
It takes incredible strength and courage to realize that you are struggling and need support. It’s even more tiring doing the same thing over and over again and having the same outcome. Are you struggling with love, sex, or porn addiction? Have you been deeply betrayed by the person you love? Are you in a toxic relationship or struggling to move on from one? Are you struggling to set boundaries? We all have an innate ability to heal within a safe environment that allows us to be vulnerable and feel validated. My goal is to provide that environment for you to explore your struggles and empower yourself to work towards your goals.
It takes incredible strength and courage to realize that you are struggling and need support. It’s even more tiring doing the same thing over and over again and having the same outcome. Are you struggling with love, sex, or porn addiction? Have you been deeply betrayed by the person you love? Are you in a toxic relationship or struggling to move on from one? Are you struggling to set boundaries? We all have an innate ability to heal within a safe environment that allows us to be vulnerable and feel validated. My goal is to provide that environment for you to explore your struggles and empower yourself to work towards your goals.
Meet Our Therapists
Maria Jose Rendon
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
Saludos! Do you find yourself experiencing social anxiety, challenges with motivation, or perfectionism? I would love to connect with you. I'm a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist and I work with high achieving college and graduate students, early and mid-career professionals, educators, and people in the healing professions who are looking to handle their harsh inner critic and break free from "imposter syndrome". I am passionate about helping people reconnect with their values, build motivation, and liberate themselves from avoidant behaviors (e.g., procrastination) that hinder their ability to reach their goals.
Saludos! Do you find yourself experiencing social anxiety, challenges with motivation, or perfectionism? I would love to connect with you. I'm a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist and I work with high achieving college and graduate students, early and mid-career professionals, educators, and people in the healing professions who are looking to handle their harsh inner critic and break free from "imposter syndrome". I am passionate about helping people reconnect with their values, build motivation, and liberate themselves from avoidant behaviors (e.g., procrastination) that hinder their ability to reach their goals.
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.
I love working with LGBTQIA+ folks! I especially love working with fellow nonbinary people. I enjoy work with all humans across the lifespan, sexuality and gender spectrum on issues ranging from life transitions to relationship issues, identity formation, and grief. I support you where you are and where you wish to be.
I love working with LGBTQIA+ folks! I especially love working with fellow nonbinary people. I enjoy work with all humans across the lifespan, sexuality and gender spectrum on issues ranging from life transitions to relationship issues, identity formation, and grief. I support you where you are and where you wish to be.
Hey fellow overthinkers, I’m Nick — part therapist, part human, and full-time advocate for finding our footing in this delightfully mad world. I work primarily with young professionals in their 20s to 40s who sometimes feel like life’s GPS is malfunctioning—whether it’s due to ADHD, anxiety, relationship quagmires, or just the sheer unpredictability of modern life. I get it; sometimes the world feels like a non-stop roller coaster (especially nowadays), and I think it’s perfectly okay to scream, cry, or laugh along the way.
Hey fellow overthinkers, I’m Nick — part therapist, part human, and full-time advocate for finding our footing in this delightfully mad world. I work primarily with young professionals in their 20s to 40s who sometimes feel like life’s GPS is malfunctioning—whether it’s due to ADHD, anxiety, relationship quagmires, or just the sheer unpredictability of modern life. I get it; sometimes the world feels like a non-stop roller coaster (especially nowadays), and I think it’s perfectly okay to scream, cry, or laugh along the way.
Did you know you are never more than 1 thought away from a different life? I suspect if you are reading this you'd probably like to know how to do that. Whether it's problems with a partner, questioning your sexuality/gender, difficulty with colleagues or family, I can help you see a different way to tackle those problems. I offer a revolutionary way of doing CBT that allows you to see things and thus feel things differently...and quickly. Let's see if we can't make your life look more like what you want and need. Let's do it with insight and laughter, both of which I provide.
Did you know you are never more than 1 thought away from a different life? I suspect if you are reading this you'd probably like to know how to do that. Whether it's problems with a partner, questioning your sexuality/gender, difficulty with colleagues or family, I can help you see a different way to tackle those problems. I offer a revolutionary way of doing CBT that allows you to see things and thus feel things differently...and quickly. Let's see if we can't make your life look more like what you want and need. Let's do it with insight and laughter, both of which I provide.
The Counseling Center of Virginia
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCSW
Verified Verified
Serves Area
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.
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.
Eileen Persichetti
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Hi, I'm Eileen Persichetti, a clinical social worker based in Washington, D.C. I specialize in providing compassionate, evidence-based therapy to individuals navigating life's challenges, from anxiety and depression to relationship struggles, trauma, and life transitions. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can feel heard, supported, and empowered to make meaningful changes in your life. My practice is rooted in a mix of evidenced based approaches, and mindfulness-based therapies, all of which can be tailored to your unique needs and goals.
Hi, I'm Eileen Persichetti, a clinical social worker based in Washington, D.C. I specialize in providing compassionate, evidence-based therapy to individuals navigating life's challenges, from anxiety and depression to relationship struggles, trauma, and life transitions. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can feel heard, supported, and empowered to make meaningful changes in your life. My practice is rooted in a mix of evidenced based approaches, and mindfulness-based therapies, all of which can be tailored to your unique needs and goals.
For the past 20 years, I've helped women and teen girls unlock trauma in their bodies. I understand you are always so strong and support everyone you know. Sometimes, it is you that is needing support and a listening ear, but where are all the people for you? The aftermath of a traumatic experience can leave you feeling out of control, withdrawn, uncertain about the world and people around you. The depression may have you feeling as though you are not thinking straight or so down that you just can’t get dressed nor be productive. The anxiety may have you so overwhelmed that you feel stuck and unable to complete your daily tasks.
For the past 20 years, I've helped women and teen girls unlock trauma in their bodies. I understand you are always so strong and support everyone you know. Sometimes, it is you that is needing support and a listening ear, but where are all the people for you? The aftermath of a traumatic experience can leave you feeling out of control, withdrawn, uncertain about the world and people around you. The depression may have you feeling as though you are not thinking straight or so down that you just can’t get dressed nor be productive. The anxiety may have you so overwhelmed that you feel stuck and unable to complete your daily tasks.
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Number of Therapists in Shaw, Washington, DC
400+
Average cost per session
$175
Therapists in Shaw, Washington, DC who prioritize treating:
| 94% | Anxiety |
| 85% | Depression |
| 79% | Relationship Issues |
| 74% | Stress |
| 73% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 72% | Self Esteem |
| 67% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 63% | Aetna |
| 62% | Cigna and Evernorth |
| 60% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Shaw, Washington, DC see their clients
| 57% | Online Only | |
| 43% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
| 81% | Female | |
| 17% | Male | |
| 2% | Non-Binary |