Available Therapists in Washington, DC
Hi, I'm a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) based in Maryland. I received my master's degree in mental health counseling from Johns Hopkins University and have been practicing for over ten years. My goal is to support adults who are struggling with anxiety, mood challenges, self-esteem issues, and navigating life transitions. I am dedicated to helping my clients achieve greater well-being and personal growth.
Hi, I'm a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) based in Maryland. I received my master's degree in mental health counseling from Johns Hopkins University and have been practicing for over ten years. My goal is to support adults who are struggling with anxiety, mood challenges, self-esteem issues, and navigating life transitions. I am dedicated to helping my clients achieve greater well-being and personal growth.
Superbills available too.
You might be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or longing for more meaning and connection in your life. Therapy can be a space to pause, breathe, and make sense of your story—without judgment or pressure. My goal is to meet you exactly where you are and help you move toward what matters most.
Superbills available too.
You might be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or longing for more meaning and connection in your life. Therapy can be a space to pause, breathe, and make sense of your story—without judgment or pressure. My goal is to meet you exactly where you are and help you move toward what matters most.
I have 30 years of experience counseling individuals, couples, and groups. In addition to my many years of experience, I have advanced training in mindbody medicine, brainspotting, EFT couples therapy, and CBT-I for insomnia to name some of my areas of training and expertise. I view psychotherapy as a collaborative process. The goal is to gain insight about past experiences and relationships that influence your current choices and the problems you face. Together, we will use this insight to help you develop more satisfying responses to life's challenges.
I have 30 years of experience counseling individuals, couples, and groups. In addition to my many years of experience, I have advanced training in mindbody medicine, brainspotting, EFT couples therapy, and CBT-I for insomnia to name some of my areas of training and expertise. I view psychotherapy as a collaborative process. The goal is to gain insight about past experiences and relationships that influence your current choices and the problems you face. Together, we will use this insight to help you develop more satisfying responses to life's challenges.
People come to therapy for different reasons You may be experiencing depression, grief, anxiety, have a chronic illness or struggling with another life issue. I am here to help you to explore the issues that matter to you. I specialize people with disabilities. Our working relationship will be based on respect and trust.I am here to assist you in sorting out issues and coming up with your own solutions.
People come to therapy for different reasons You may be experiencing depression, grief, anxiety, have a chronic illness or struggling with another life issue. I am here to help you to explore the issues that matter to you. I specialize people with disabilities. Our working relationship will be based on respect and trust.I am here to assist you in sorting out issues and coming up with your own solutions.
All services are now virtual.
The decision to engage in the process of seeking help or making change is one that takes courage. It is important that the professional you work with has an appreciation for your story and your context.
All services are now virtual.
The decision to engage in the process of seeking help or making change is one that takes courage. It is important that the professional you work with has an appreciation for your story and your context.
A great deal of my work is partnering with individuals who are experiencing a lack of purpose or direction in their life. This could be related to historical wounds that seem to continually resurface, a sense of feeling stuck or trapped in behavior or relationships that leave you unfulfilled, or feeling a lack of direction and focused energy. Experiencing personal agency to achieve what you want, how you want and knowing you have the capacity to achieve this, is what I foster in a therapeutic relationship. It is my personal belief that there are no limits to what is possible.
A great deal of my work is partnering with individuals who are experiencing a lack of purpose or direction in their life. This could be related to historical wounds that seem to continually resurface, a sense of feeling stuck or trapped in behavior or relationships that leave you unfulfilled, or feeling a lack of direction and focused energy. Experiencing personal agency to achieve what you want, how you want and knowing you have the capacity to achieve this, is what I foster in a therapeutic relationship. It is my personal belief that there are no limits to what is possible.
My name is Rica Avery, I am a licensed professional counselor. I graduated from Trinity Washington University where I received a Master's of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling; in addition to receiving a Bachelor's of Interdisciplinary Studies in Social Sciences from The Catholic University of America.
My mission is to educate, empower and elevate individuals within my community to develop the necessary skills required to effectively promote community development, mental health awareness and spiritual growth.
My name is Rica Avery, I am a licensed professional counselor. I graduated from Trinity Washington University where I received a Master's of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling; in addition to receiving a Bachelor's of Interdisciplinary Studies in Social Sciences from The Catholic University of America.
My mission is to educate, empower and elevate individuals within my community to develop the necessary skills required to effectively promote community development, mental health awareness and spiritual growth.
Caroline is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Registered Art Therapist (ATR) in the District of Columbia and Virginia as well as a Licensed Art Therapist in The District of Columbia. Caroline has worked within DC Public Schools to provide student, family, and school-wide support for the past six years and has recently begun working within private practice in the past year. Caroline continues to work in the Nonprofit realm, working with immigrant children in Virginia while she pursues her part-time work with SonderMind.
Caroline is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Registered Art Therapist (ATR) in the District of Columbia and Virginia as well as a Licensed Art Therapist in The District of Columbia. Caroline has worked within DC Public Schools to provide student, family, and school-wide support for the past six years and has recently begun working within private practice in the past year. Caroline continues to work in the Nonprofit realm, working with immigrant children in Virginia while she pursues her part-time work with SonderMind.
I'm available most weekends and in the evenings.
Hello there! I'm your relatable Therapist, dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges with understanding and encouragement. I specialize in providing support for the everyday stressors of work-life balance, family, friends, and school.
I'm available most weekends and in the evenings.
Hello there! I'm your relatable Therapist, dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges with understanding and encouragement. I specialize in providing support for the everyday stressors of work-life balance, family, friends, and school.
I view therapy—whether it’s individual, couples, or family—as a team effort to uncover the barriers that stand between you and your happiness. Together, we will delve into past and present behaviors, thoughts, and relationships, drawing connections that can inspire positive change. My goal is for us to work hand in hand to create not just a path through the storm but also a way for you and your family to truly flourish.
I view therapy—whether it’s individual, couples, or family—as a team effort to uncover the barriers that stand between you and your happiness. Together, we will delve into past and present behaviors, thoughts, and relationships, drawing connections that can inspire positive change. My goal is for us to work hand in hand to create not just a path through the storm but also a way for you and your family to truly flourish.
I work with adolescents and adults, specializing in supporting clients with marginalized identities—racial/ethnic, sexual, and gender minorities. My ideal client is ready to bring their whole self into our work: their identities, experiences, emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. This openness fosters self-awareness and growth, providing a foundation for meaningful change. I believe therapy works best when you feel safe to show up authentically, exploring all parts of yourself that shape your experience in the world. We'll define what meaningful change looks like and build concrete steps for living more authentically and intentionally.
I work with adolescents and adults, specializing in supporting clients with marginalized identities—racial/ethnic, sexual, and gender minorities. My ideal client is ready to bring their whole self into our work: their identities, experiences, emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. This openness fosters self-awareness and growth, providing a foundation for meaningful change. I believe therapy works best when you feel safe to show up authentically, exploring all parts of yourself that shape your experience in the world. We'll define what meaningful change looks like and build concrete steps for living more authentically and intentionally.
I practice somatic therapy because it's focused, personalized, and individualized care. Somatic therapy is special because in addition to the intimate, insightful, in-depth conversations that are typical of traditional individual psychotherapy, the two of us can also move together, breath together, and create personalized meditations, all of which can accelerate and deepen your healing. The same sorts of problems that draw people to more traditional psychotherapy also bring people to somatic therapy - depression, anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, disordered eating, and traumatic experiences, to name a few.
I practice somatic therapy because it's focused, personalized, and individualized care. Somatic therapy is special because in addition to the intimate, insightful, in-depth conversations that are typical of traditional individual psychotherapy, the two of us can also move together, breath together, and create personalized meditations, all of which can accelerate and deepen your healing. The same sorts of problems that draw people to more traditional psychotherapy also bring people to somatic therapy - depression, anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, disordered eating, and traumatic experiences, to name a few.
As our lives evolve, we inevitably experience periods of loss, frustration and conflict that signal the need for better understanding and change. Are you experiencing a major life change or challenge? Job loss, relationship breakups, divorce, death, disappointment, or other crisis? Is your relationship less than you had hoped? Your angry, sad, anxious or lonely feelings may feel overwhelming, but you do not have to go through this alone. We can work together to help you develop an inner awakening and awareness to a more comfortable relationship with yourself, your life, and others. I can walk the journey with you.
As our lives evolve, we inevitably experience periods of loss, frustration and conflict that signal the need for better understanding and change. Are you experiencing a major life change or challenge? Job loss, relationship breakups, divorce, death, disappointment, or other crisis? Is your relationship less than you had hoped? Your angry, sad, anxious or lonely feelings may feel overwhelming, but you do not have to go through this alone. We can work together to help you develop an inner awakening and awareness to a more comfortable relationship with yourself, your life, and others. I can walk the journey with you.
Perhaps you are feeling stuck, empty, or wrong in some way. It's important to realize you are fully capable of shifting things internally and externally to become more present and fulfilled in your life and relationships. I have helped individuals and couples to make progress healing from painful dynamics and disconnection by creating an environment in which even the most difficult fears, memories, and behaviors can be brought into the light. This alone can bring relief and create possibilities for change. Reach out to me if you want more choice in how you live your life.
Perhaps you are feeling stuck, empty, or wrong in some way. It's important to realize you are fully capable of shifting things internally and externally to become more present and fulfilled in your life and relationships. I have helped individuals and couples to make progress healing from painful dynamics and disconnection by creating an environment in which even the most difficult fears, memories, and behaviors can be brought into the light. This alone can bring relief and create possibilities for change. Reach out to me if you want more choice in how you live your life.
Hello! I'm Da'Shunnda, and I'm thrilled to have the opportunity to support you on your mental health journey. With over ten years of experience as a CBT therapist, I specialize in helping individuals overcome anxiety, depression, and stress. My approach is rooted in evidence-based cognitive-behavioral techniques, which means we'll work together to identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors, fostering healthier, more fulfilling lives.
I hold a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree and am a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical.
Hello! I'm Da'Shunnda, and I'm thrilled to have the opportunity to support you on your mental health journey. With over ten years of experience as a CBT therapist, I specialize in helping individuals overcome anxiety, depression, and stress. My approach is rooted in evidence-based cognitive-behavioral techniques, which means we'll work together to identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors, fostering healthier, more fulfilling lives.
I hold a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree and am a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical.
Lori Parker is a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC) in the District of Columbia. She is a multiculturally competent therapist committed to supporting and empowering her clients along their healing journey and path toward wellness. Lori uses a person-centered, humanistic, and trauma-informed approach to best support her clients and foster a strong, collaborative therapeutic alliance. Her strength-based and trauma-informed approach integrates therapeutic interventions of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Somatic Therapy, and Narrative Therapy.
Lori Parker is a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC) in the District of Columbia. She is a multiculturally competent therapist committed to supporting and empowering her clients along their healing journey and path toward wellness. Lori uses a person-centered, humanistic, and trauma-informed approach to best support her clients and foster a strong, collaborative therapeutic alliance. Her strength-based and trauma-informed approach integrates therapeutic interventions of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Somatic Therapy, and Narrative Therapy.
Therapy with me feels like a mix of honesty, humor, and heart. I’m not here to lecture — I’m here to listen, connect, and help you make sense of the things that keep you stuck.
Therapy with me feels like a mix of honesty, humor, and heart. I’m not here to lecture — I’m here to listen, connect, and help you make sense of the things that keep you stuck.
I treat clients with anxiety, depression, neurodivergence, addiction, life transitions, chronic illness, memory loss, complex healthcare needs, or simply a desire to change. As a clinical social worker with over a decade of experience, I have cultivated a private practice where clinical rigor meets creative problem-solving. By understanding your circumstance, background, culture, identity, relationships, aspirations, values, purpose, and unique idiosyncrasies, I work in partnership with you to arrive at a biologically, psychologically, sociologically, and spiritually sound framework to approach and navigate the seas of life.
I treat clients with anxiety, depression, neurodivergence, addiction, life transitions, chronic illness, memory loss, complex healthcare needs, or simply a desire to change. As a clinical social worker with over a decade of experience, I have cultivated a private practice where clinical rigor meets creative problem-solving. By understanding your circumstance, background, culture, identity, relationships, aspirations, values, purpose, and unique idiosyncrasies, I work in partnership with you to arrive at a biologically, psychologically, sociologically, and spiritually sound framework to approach and navigate the seas of life.
Welcome! Have you ever reached the point of thinking, “Okay, I’m self-aware… now what?” My work supports individuals at different stages of self-understanding. Some are beginning to explore their inner world and want to develop greater self-awareness, while others already have deep insight but feel stuck at the “what now?” stage. Many of my clients understand their patterns, emotions, and history, yet struggle to translate that awareness into meaningful change. I offer a supportive space to explore emotions and past experiences while also helping you move from understanding to intentional action.
Welcome! Have you ever reached the point of thinking, “Okay, I’m self-aware… now what?” My work supports individuals at different stages of self-understanding. Some are beginning to explore their inner world and want to develop greater self-awareness, while others already have deep insight but feel stuck at the “what now?” stage. Many of my clients understand their patterns, emotions, and history, yet struggle to translate that awareness into meaningful change. I offer a supportive space to explore emotions and past experiences while also helping you move from understanding to intentional action.
Feeling overwhelmed? Let’s be real… it's a hard time to live in DC. If you already struggle with focus, motivation, and organization, a dash of existential dread with your coffee every morning can really shut you down. You want to feel grounded and hopeful, with a life that fits you—not one you have to shove yourself into. You deserve to wake up excited for the day ahead.
I specialize in ADHD, and as your therapist, I'd help you manage stress, disorganization, and the overwhelm that turns your brain off. And while I can't change the whole world, I can help you build resilience and connection.
Feeling overwhelmed? Let’s be real… it's a hard time to live in DC. If you already struggle with focus, motivation, and organization, a dash of existential dread with your coffee every morning can really shut you down. You want to feel grounded and hopeful, with a life that fits you—not one you have to shove yourself into. You deserve to wake up excited for the day ahead.
I specialize in ADHD, and as your therapist, I'd help you manage stress, disorganization, and the overwhelm that turns your brain off. And while I can't change the whole world, I can help you build resilience and connection.
