Dissociative Disorders (DID) Therapists in Washington, DC
Our world continues to change, with its weight sometimes growing overwhelming and crushing. You are not alone. Together we’ll explore your feelings & thoughts while comprehending patterns in your history and life experience that have shaped you up to this moment. We’ll find a new space that feels more authentic, free, and connected through this work. We’ll manage and reduce your feelings of anxiety, depression, and other distressing thoughts. It is never too late to take control and redefine yourself in a controlled, safe, and open place.
Our world continues to change, with its weight sometimes growing overwhelming and crushing. You are not alone. Together we’ll explore your feelings & thoughts while comprehending patterns in your history and life experience that have shaped you up to this moment. We’ll find a new space that feels more authentic, free, and connected through this work. We’ll manage and reduce your feelings of anxiety, depression, and other distressing thoughts. It is never too late to take control and redefine yourself in a controlled, safe, and open place.
I have 10+ years of experience working with clients who are in an acute to mild phase of a mental health issue, major life stressor, or life transition. I have specialized experience working with psychosis, depersonalization/derealization, dissociation, delusions, Bipolar Disorder, Schizoaffective, Delusional Disorder.
I offer an active, collaborative approach to therapy and provide an environment of acceptance, warmth and respect that allows my clients to gain insight, self-efficacy, and empowerment while working toward an ultimate goal of taking control of their mental health and achieving sustained well-being and stability.
I have 10+ years of experience working with clients who are in an acute to mild phase of a mental health issue, major life stressor, or life transition. I have specialized experience working with psychosis, depersonalization/derealization, dissociation, delusions, Bipolar Disorder, Schizoaffective, Delusional Disorder.
I offer an active, collaborative approach to therapy and provide an environment of acceptance, warmth and respect that allows my clients to gain insight, self-efficacy, and empowerment while working toward an ultimate goal of taking control of their mental health and achieving sustained well-being and stability.
When relationships begin to struggle, partners often find themselves caught in the same painful conversations, leaving both feeling blamed, misunderstood, or emotionally alone. In our work together, we gently slow down and explore the patterns beneath these moments. As deeper emotions and attachment needs begin to surface, partners can start to see each other not as adversaries, but as two people longing to feel safe, valued, and connected. As a trauma- and Polyvagal-informed therapist, I support couples in learning the dance of co-creating safety between them as a foundation for their relationship to thrive.
When relationships begin to struggle, partners often find themselves caught in the same painful conversations, leaving both feeling blamed, misunderstood, or emotionally alone. In our work together, we gently slow down and explore the patterns beneath these moments. As deeper emotions and attachment needs begin to surface, partners can start to see each other not as adversaries, but as two people longing to feel safe, valued, and connected. As a trauma- and Polyvagal-informed therapist, I support couples in learning the dance of co-creating safety between them as a foundation for their relationship to thrive.
Life can feel overwhelming—especially when you’re facing anxiety, relationship struggles, burnout, or big transitions that leave you feeling unmoored. Maybe you’ve been carrying more than most people realize, or moving through spaces that don’t fully reflect who you are. If any of that resonates, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate it all by yourself.
Life can feel overwhelming—especially when you’re facing anxiety, relationship struggles, burnout, or big transitions that leave you feeling unmoored. Maybe you’ve been carrying more than most people realize, or moving through spaces that don’t fully reflect who you are. If any of that resonates, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate it all by yourself.
I LOVE what I do so much. Walking alongside people in their healing journeys and witnessing them build authentic, full, & thriving lives never gets old. In my work as a therapist, I weave together a range of modalities... some from my training and education, but mostly from my own healing journey. I invite you to reach out to see if we may be a good fit for each other.
I offer individual, group, and couples psychotherapy; and I work fully in-person at my office in Dupont Circle, Washington, DC.
I LOVE what I do so much. Walking alongside people in their healing journeys and witnessing them build authentic, full, & thriving lives never gets old. In my work as a therapist, I weave together a range of modalities... some from my training and education, but mostly from my own healing journey. I invite you to reach out to see if we may be a good fit for each other.
I offer individual, group, and couples psychotherapy; and I work fully in-person at my office in Dupont Circle, Washington, DC.
I provide compassionate support to individuals navigating the effects of trauma, complex life transitions, depression, anxiety, and relational challenges. I also hold space for those carrying the weight of marginalization, cultural displacement, or the stressors that arise during the perinatal period. My practice is an inclusive space where clients from all backgrounds, cultures, and identities are welcome. As a bilingual therapist, I am able to offer services in both English and Italian, and I value the richness that language and culture bring to the therapeutic process.
I provide compassionate support to individuals navigating the effects of trauma, complex life transitions, depression, anxiety, and relational challenges. I also hold space for those carrying the weight of marginalization, cultural displacement, or the stressors that arise during the perinatal period. My practice is an inclusive space where clients from all backgrounds, cultures, and identities are welcome. As a bilingual therapist, I am able to offer services in both English and Italian, and I value the richness that language and culture bring to the therapeutic process.
People seek psychotherapy feeling unhappy or helpless to bring about change in their life or fulfill their dreams. Patients are overcome with symptoms of depression, anxiety, eating disorders, substance abuse or other problems, which in reality are unconscious defenses, blocking repressed feelings about something that went wrong, often in childhood, which is not yet resolved. These defenses once were adaptive, by protecting and helping them survive, but are no longer effective. I help people work through their underlying grief and face their feelings (sadness, anger, disappointment, yearning, powerlessness) surrounding trauma or loss, enabling them to engage in more free, authentic, satisfying lives.
People seek psychotherapy feeling unhappy or helpless to bring about change in their life or fulfill their dreams. Patients are overcome with symptoms of depression, anxiety, eating disorders, substance abuse or other problems, which in reality are unconscious defenses, blocking repressed feelings about something that went wrong, often in childhood, which is not yet resolved. These defenses once were adaptive, by protecting and helping them survive, but are no longer effective. I help people work through their underlying grief and face their feelings (sadness, anger, disappointment, yearning, powerlessness) surrounding trauma or loss, enabling them to engage in more free, authentic, satisfying lives.
I treat individuals and couples who present with a range of needs, from debilitating eating disorders to mild anxiety and to issues that cannot be described in five words or less. I see the whole person rather than a group of symptoms with the recognition that people are complex and that most of us have difficulties in one or more areas of our lives. I work to help people become more integrated which, I believe, helps them lead more fulfilling lives. Life isn't so easy sometimes, but through insight change is possible.
I treat individuals and couples who present with a range of needs, from debilitating eating disorders to mild anxiety and to issues that cannot be described in five words or less. I see the whole person rather than a group of symptoms with the recognition that people are complex and that most of us have difficulties in one or more areas of our lives. I work to help people become more integrated which, I believe, helps them lead more fulfilling lives. Life isn't so easy sometimes, but through insight change is possible.
Great to meet you! I’m a licensed psychotherapist with a master’s degree in social work and years of experience supporting adults with anxiety, trauma, and relationship challenges. I specialize in attachment-focused and trauma-informed work, helping clients understand patterns in their emotions and relationships.
Great to meet you! I’m a licensed psychotherapist with a master’s degree in social work and years of experience supporting adults with anxiety, trauma, and relationship challenges. I specialize in attachment-focused and trauma-informed work, helping clients understand patterns in their emotions and relationships.
The Capitol Hill Center for Individual and Family
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Washington, DC 20003
Why do we cling to dysfunctional relationship patterns or engage in self-defeating behaviors, perpetuating these ways of living despite the suffering involved? The work we do addresses these concerns in the lives of adults, adolescents, and children.
Why do we cling to dysfunctional relationship patterns or engage in self-defeating behaviors, perpetuating these ways of living despite the suffering involved? The work we do addresses these concerns in the lives of adults, adolescents, and children.
The key to successful therapy is a relationship with a caring, nonjudgmental therapist there to respond sensitively and patiently to whatever comes up. In my work, I offer that to my clients, as we collaborate in developing an understanding of your emotional states and how they drive your thoughts and actions. We’ll learn together what you need to strengthen and grow. My work with children and adolescents informs my understanding of development over the life span, and how those relationships and experiences that shape us are alive in the present moment.
The key to successful therapy is a relationship with a caring, nonjudgmental therapist there to respond sensitively and patiently to whatever comes up. In my work, I offer that to my clients, as we collaborate in developing an understanding of your emotional states and how they drive your thoughts and actions. We’ll learn together what you need to strengthen and grow. My work with children and adolescents informs my understanding of development over the life span, and how those relationships and experiences that shape us are alive in the present moment.
I'm a licensed clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst. Occasionally, we notice patterns of thinking, behaving, and experiencing others & ourselves, which can feel very familiar and frustrating. Or we can be hit by sudden life circumstances like loss, transition, identity shifts, or trauma that leave us feeling overwhelmed & scared, where existing strengths and coping skills are outstripped. Through a dynamic and collaborative process, I help patients understand & transform their old ways of being to feel more connected, renewed, and, ultimately, to better flourish in their relationships, work, and within themselves.
I'm a licensed clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst. Occasionally, we notice patterns of thinking, behaving, and experiencing others & ourselves, which can feel very familiar and frustrating. Or we can be hit by sudden life circumstances like loss, transition, identity shifts, or trauma that leave us feeling overwhelmed & scared, where existing strengths and coping skills are outstripped. Through a dynamic and collaborative process, I help patients understand & transform their old ways of being to feel more connected, renewed, and, ultimately, to better flourish in their relationships, work, and within themselves.
If you're looking for a therapist, there's a good chance you feel like "something" in your life isn't working -- perhaps within yourself, a relationship, or your career. Sometimes it's hard to know what that "something" is, and, other times, the feeling may be directly connected to a specific event, relationship, or personality trait. As your therapist, I will work with you at a pace that feels manageable, and together we will reflect on what feels like it's not working and identify possibilities that may bring relief or change.
If you're looking for a therapist, there's a good chance you feel like "something" in your life isn't working -- perhaps within yourself, a relationship, or your career. Sometimes it's hard to know what that "something" is, and, other times, the feeling may be directly connected to a specific event, relationship, or personality trait. As your therapist, I will work with you at a pace that feels manageable, and together we will reflect on what feels like it's not working and identify possibilities that may bring relief or change.
I will challenge you, help you with your goals, and focus on safety, support, and progress.
I provide therapy to couples who want to resolve difficult issues effectively.
I offer psychotherapy to adults and adolescents and promote trust in self so that much of the work continues outside the therapy room.
I view 'eating disorders' as expressions, not pathologies and will work with you to find a healthy voice.
For anxiety and depression I utilize imagery, relaxation and cognitive approaches while integrating the past as necessary.
Please call or email me with any questions.
I will challenge you, help you with your goals, and focus on safety, support, and progress.
I provide therapy to couples who want to resolve difficult issues effectively.
I offer psychotherapy to adults and adolescents and promote trust in self so that much of the work continues outside the therapy room.
I view 'eating disorders' as expressions, not pathologies and will work with you to find a healthy voice.
For anxiety and depression I utilize imagery, relaxation and cognitive approaches while integrating the past as necessary.
Please call or email me with any questions.
The DC Center for Neurocognitive Excellence
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW, BCD, BCN
8 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20006
The Center for Neurocognitive Excellence integrates assessments, counseling, and neurofeedback to best identify the source of your stress and effectively treat it so that we can reduce the intensity, duration, and frequency of your most stressful moments. We are experts at integrating approaches to best suit your needs. Listening and working with you is a huge source of joy!
The Center for Neurocognitive Excellence integrates assessments, counseling, and neurofeedback to best identify the source of your stress and effectively treat it so that we can reduce the intensity, duration, and frequency of your most stressful moments. We are experts at integrating approaches to best suit your needs. Listening and working with you is a huge source of joy!
Alexandra Swe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20036
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome! Are you struggling to feel calm, connected and at peace on a daily basis? Are you feeling overwhelmed by sadness, fear, panic or chronic anxiety? As a clinical social worker, it is my passion to help people navigate through life's toughest moments while focusing on their strengths and successes. My decade of experience working with individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, dissociative disorders, mood disorders, complex trauma and every day stressors allow me to address a wide range of challenges.
Welcome! Are you struggling to feel calm, connected and at peace on a daily basis? Are you feeling overwhelmed by sadness, fear, panic or chronic anxiety? As a clinical social worker, it is my passion to help people navigate through life's toughest moments while focusing on their strengths and successes. My decade of experience working with individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, dissociative disorders, mood disorders, complex trauma and every day stressors allow me to address a wide range of challenges.
I see patients suffering from anxiety, depression, self-destructive patterns, relationship issues, sexual difficulties, identity, adjustment problems in psychotherapy, psychoanalysis, and couple's counseling. My aim is to relieve mental distress and interpersonal conflict by deepening self-understanding and self-control. After 36 years in practice, my clinical experience is broad and deep. My reputation and publications on relational, religious and ethical topics sometimes attracts patients with these difficulties. A graduate of Harvard University (MBA,PhD) and Washington Psychoanalytic Institute, I practice in Washington, DC.
I see patients suffering from anxiety, depression, self-destructive patterns, relationship issues, sexual difficulties, identity, adjustment problems in psychotherapy, psychoanalysis, and couple's counseling. My aim is to relieve mental distress and interpersonal conflict by deepening self-understanding and self-control. After 36 years in practice, my clinical experience is broad and deep. My reputation and publications on relational, religious and ethical topics sometimes attracts patients with these difficulties. A graduate of Harvard University (MBA,PhD) and Washington Psychoanalytic Institute, I practice in Washington, DC.
Congratulations on searching for someone to help you explore your mental health! It's not an easy decision and therapy can be challenging at times, but I have the utmost respect for people willing to face their vulnerable parts in order to grow and develop. The fit between a client and a counselor is an important part of therapy, so I recommend reaching out to speak with me further to see if I might be able to be of service for what you are seeking. I'll list some considerations here so you can see if you'd like to reach out to discuss our potential work together. I offer a free consultation session to explore your options.
Congratulations on searching for someone to help you explore your mental health! It's not an easy decision and therapy can be challenging at times, but I have the utmost respect for people willing to face their vulnerable parts in order to grow and develop. The fit between a client and a counselor is an important part of therapy, so I recommend reaching out to speak with me further to see if I might be able to be of service for what you are seeking. I'll list some considerations here so you can see if you'd like to reach out to discuss our potential work together. I offer a free consultation session to explore your options.
Seen. Heard. Treasured. Our specialty is helping survivors of complex trauma whether it is sexual, military, domestic violence, gun and community violence, or bullying. Because we know that trauma lodges itself somewhere in the body, R1:99 offers sensorimotor and expressive therapies such as art, music, drama, and movement in addition to psychotherapy.
Seen. Heard. Treasured. Our specialty is helping survivors of complex trauma whether it is sexual, military, domestic violence, gun and community violence, or bullying. Because we know that trauma lodges itself somewhere in the body, R1:99 offers sensorimotor and expressive therapies such as art, music, drama, and movement in addition to psychotherapy.
Dr. Barbara J. Brown is a Psychologist/Founder/CEO of Capitol Hill Consortium for Counseling & Consultation LLC (CCCC). We have a multicultural staff to serve children, adolescents, and adults. We believe that psychotherapy is a right, not a privilege and we practice health equity by providing high quality care that is accessible and culturally responsive. We focus on the whole person and the bio-psycho-social-spiritual aspects of the self. Those who have undergone the process are often healthier than those who have not. Please visit our website or call 202-544-5440 for an appointment.
Dr. Barbara J. Brown is a Psychologist/Founder/CEO of Capitol Hill Consortium for Counseling & Consultation LLC (CCCC). We have a multicultural staff to serve children, adolescents, and adults. We believe that psychotherapy is a right, not a privilege and we practice health equity by providing high quality care that is accessible and culturally responsive. We focus on the whole person and the bio-psycho-social-spiritual aspects of the self. Those who have undergone the process are often healthier than those who have not. Please visit our website or call 202-544-5440 for an appointment.
