Emotionally Focused Therapists in Washington, DC
Greetings! My name is Gwen Horton and I am a psychotherapist at Revo Well. We are a tribe of extraordinary clinicians dedicated to REVOlutionizing WELLness in the BIPOC community. I am a psychotherapist who finds deep fulfillment in guiding individuals, couples, and adolescents toward healing and self-discovery. I meet my clients where they are, offering compassionate support as they navigate life’s challenges and work toward personal growth.
Greetings! My name is Gwen Horton and I am a psychotherapist at Revo Well. We are a tribe of extraordinary clinicians dedicated to REVOlutionizing WELLness in the BIPOC community. I am a psychotherapist who finds deep fulfillment in guiding individuals, couples, and adolescents toward healing and self-discovery. I meet my clients where they are, offering compassionate support as they navigate life’s challenges and work toward personal growth.
We train our staff in evidenced based practices such as, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotion Focused Therapy ( EFT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS) with a trauma informed lens to help motivate individuals towards the change they want for themselves.
Welcome! My name is Joanne and I am part of a practice that validates and supports individual's unique life stories with empathy, curiosity, and with no judgment. Our goal is to provide a safe space where individuals or couples can work collaboratively to unlearn limiting thoughts and behaviors by replacing them with healthier strategies to cope with changes and manage stress.
We train our staff in evidenced based practices such as, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotion Focused Therapy ( EFT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS) with a trauma informed lens to help motivate individuals towards the change they want for themselves.
Welcome! My name is Joanne and I am part of a practice that validates and supports individual's unique life stories with empathy, curiosity, and with no judgment. Our goal is to provide a safe space where individuals or couples can work collaboratively to unlearn limiting thoughts and behaviors by replacing them with healthier strategies to cope with changes and manage stress.
I believe that the foundation of successful therapy is a strong relationship between therapist and client. To this end, I strive to create an authentic, collaborative, and supportive space in which her clients can feel comfortable providing feedback and taking an active role in their care. My goal is to help clients develop and maintain a fulfilling life in which they are able to achieve their own goals. I strive to demonstrate flexibility in her approach to ensure that treatment is tailored to meet the needs of each individual.
I believe that the foundation of successful therapy is a strong relationship between therapist and client. To this end, I strive to create an authentic, collaborative, and supportive space in which her clients can feel comfortable providing feedback and taking an active role in their care. My goal is to help clients develop and maintain a fulfilling life in which they are able to achieve their own goals. I strive to demonstrate flexibility in her approach to ensure that treatment is tailored to meet the needs of each individual.
By using Emotionally Focused Therapy, Person centered therapy, Mindfulness, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, I hope to empower my clients with tools to create authentic connections with others, while also prioritizing self-exploration and self-acceptance.
I also have a special interest and training in working with couples struggling with communication and trust issues. I offer Interracial Couples Therapy to help interracial couples cope with external pressures and facilitate internal dialogues related to important themes such as navigating cultural differences and dealing with microaggressions.
By using Emotionally Focused Therapy, Person centered therapy, Mindfulness, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, I hope to empower my clients with tools to create authentic connections with others, while also prioritizing self-exploration and self-acceptance.
I also have a special interest and training in working with couples struggling with communication and trust issues. I offer Interracial Couples Therapy to help interracial couples cope with external pressures and facilitate internal dialogues related to important themes such as navigating cultural differences and dealing with microaggressions.
Now accepting new clients – Telehealth session available.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed by life’s challenges, navigating relationship struggles, facing identity concerns, men’s issues, or struggling with addiction that needs a low level of care? You are in the right place.
Now accepting new clients – Telehealth session available.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed by life’s challenges, navigating relationship struggles, facing identity concerns, men’s issues, or struggling with addiction that needs a low level of care? You are in the right place.
I believe the therapeutic relationship is one of the most important steps in developing trust and faith in your journey to seek clarity and healing within your life. I will provide you with a space that is safe, nonjudgmental, accepting and supportive to help you explore yourself more deeply which will enable you to draw new meanings to your experiences. This will be a collaborative effort working together toward your treatment goals. So often, we feel alone and just want to be heard and listened too, and then to find out we are anything but alone. I will be there with you through this journey.
I believe the therapeutic relationship is one of the most important steps in developing trust and faith in your journey to seek clarity and healing within your life. I will provide you with a space that is safe, nonjudgmental, accepting and supportive to help you explore yourself more deeply which will enable you to draw new meanings to your experiences. This will be a collaborative effort working together toward your treatment goals. So often, we feel alone and just want to be heard and listened too, and then to find out we are anything but alone. I will be there with you through this journey.
I understand that reaching out for therapy is often a challenge and that it may be difficult to choose a therapist with whom you feel comfortable. I have been providing therapy for 28 years and have built a practice predicated upon expertise, trust, collaboration, and confidentiality. I specialize in providing support and successful techniques to help you manage stressors and symptoms associated with depression, anxiety, behavioral problems, relationship stress, addiction, and sexual dysfunction. I work with adolescents, adults, and couples.
I understand that reaching out for therapy is often a challenge and that it may be difficult to choose a therapist with whom you feel comfortable. I have been providing therapy for 28 years and have built a practice predicated upon expertise, trust, collaboration, and confidentiality. I specialize in providing support and successful techniques to help you manage stressors and symptoms associated with depression, anxiety, behavioral problems, relationship stress, addiction, and sexual dysfunction. I work with adolescents, adults, and couples.
Recent college graduate? You’ve completed the classes, internships, and celebrated your graduation, but you’re unsure what comes next? You have donned the gown and you have been handed a diploma, but you’re still unsure what the future holds? Do the hours you’ve spent writing a resume and cover letter seem to be in vain, when no responses are coming in? Are you waiting for your first interview, but all you can hear is the clock ticking? I can help! I love to support young adults who are just starting out in their adult lives and careers. Together, we can work through your fears and anxiety as you begin your next chapter.
Recent college graduate? You’ve completed the classes, internships, and celebrated your graduation, but you’re unsure what comes next? You have donned the gown and you have been handed a diploma, but you’re still unsure what the future holds? Do the hours you’ve spent writing a resume and cover letter seem to be in vain, when no responses are coming in? Are you waiting for your first interview, but all you can hear is the clock ticking? I can help! I love to support young adults who are just starting out in their adult lives and careers. Together, we can work through your fears and anxiety as you begin your next chapter.
Do you not feel good enough, no matter what you do? You may be fed up with nitpicking yourself, second guessing yourself, or constantly feeling less than others. You might not remember when things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to finally feel good about yourself. You’re ready to feel confident at work. And most of all, you’re ready to be free from that voice in the back of your head telling you how terrible you are. I can help you finally understand what is keeping you stuck in self-hatred because therapy should be a place where you understand and embrace your true self.
Do you not feel good enough, no matter what you do? You may be fed up with nitpicking yourself, second guessing yourself, or constantly feeling less than others. You might not remember when things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to finally feel good about yourself. You’re ready to feel confident at work. And most of all, you’re ready to be free from that voice in the back of your head telling you how terrible you are. I can help you finally understand what is keeping you stuck in self-hatred because therapy should be a place where you understand and embrace your true self.
You’re successful at work, an active community member, and the first person your friends call in a crisis. But inside, there’s a part of you that’s not getting what she needs. You know you ‘should’ value solitude and self-care, but it’s hard to be alone. Whenever there’s a pause in your busy life, you notice a gnawing sense of emptiness. Pain over past relationships is taking up a lot of your mental real estate. You wonder: Am I choosing the wrong people? Or am I pushing the ‘right’ people away? You long to be part of a close-knit tribe — but sometimes it feels like you need your friends more than they need you.
You’re successful at work, an active community member, and the first person your friends call in a crisis. But inside, there’s a part of you that’s not getting what she needs. You know you ‘should’ value solitude and self-care, but it’s hard to be alone. Whenever there’s a pause in your busy life, you notice a gnawing sense of emptiness. Pain over past relationships is taking up a lot of your mental real estate. You wonder: Am I choosing the wrong people? Or am I pushing the ‘right’ people away? You long to be part of a close-knit tribe — but sometimes it feels like you need your friends more than they need you.
I’m passionate about helping individuals navigate the complexities of life. Clients typically find me when they are ready to work through anxiety, trauma, relationship struggles, and difficult family dynamics. I work primarily with adults who are seeking greater clarity, connection, and self-understanding.
Before becoming a therapist, I spent many years working in politics in the Midwest and Washington, D.C. That experience taught me how complex people and systems can be—and deepened my commitment to helping others find their voice, navigate challenges, and create meaningful change in their lives.
I’m passionate about helping individuals navigate the complexities of life. Clients typically find me when they are ready to work through anxiety, trauma, relationship struggles, and difficult family dynamics. I work primarily with adults who are seeking greater clarity, connection, and self-understanding.
Before becoming a therapist, I spent many years working in politics in the Midwest and Washington, D.C. That experience taught me how complex people and systems can be—and deepened my commitment to helping others find their voice, navigate challenges, and create meaningful change in their lives.
My ideal client is someone looking to reclaim their voice in a world that often overlooks or misunderstands them. They’re navigating burnout, self-doubt, and the pressure to shrink or overperform. They want space to be seen, affirmed, and supported as their full selves. Their goal is to live with authenticity, set boundaries, and build a life rooted in joy, purpose, and self-trust—on their own terms. I specialize in helping women, LGBTQ+, and the BIPOC community. I am deeply committed to supporting the immigrant community and advocating for immigrants' rights. I strive to provide culturally sensitive care.
My ideal client is someone looking to reclaim their voice in a world that often overlooks or misunderstands them. They’re navigating burnout, self-doubt, and the pressure to shrink or overperform. They want space to be seen, affirmed, and supported as their full selves. Their goal is to live with authenticity, set boundaries, and build a life rooted in joy, purpose, and self-trust—on their own terms. I specialize in helping women, LGBTQ+, and the BIPOC community. I am deeply committed to supporting the immigrant community and advocating for immigrants' rights. I strive to provide culturally sensitive care.
Everything comes down to RELATIONSHIPS! I am interested in working with you if you have had a difficult and painful childhood that continues to interfere with you finding happiness, joy, and contentment in your current life. If though you are bright, motivated, and most eager to find these things they continue to allude you, and, you are confused as to why all your efforts seem to be in vain, my decades of success with clients like you could be of great assistance for you to find what you seek.
Everything comes down to RELATIONSHIPS! I am interested in working with you if you have had a difficult and painful childhood that continues to interfere with you finding happiness, joy, and contentment in your current life. If though you are bright, motivated, and most eager to find these things they continue to allude you, and, you are confused as to why all your efforts seem to be in vain, my decades of success with clients like you could be of great assistance for you to find what you seek.
In my 20 years of clinical, academic, and advocacy experience, I have worked with clients who present with a wide range of issues. I specialize in recovery from trauma (particularly childhood abuse/neglect, sexual assault and domestic violence), successful movement through life transitions (young adulthood, career, parenthood, mid-life and loss), and repair of interpersonal relationships (including a specialty in couples therapy). I have advanced training in both trauma treatment and couples therapy, which uniquely positions me to treat couples where one or both partners have a trauma history.
In my 20 years of clinical, academic, and advocacy experience, I have worked with clients who present with a wide range of issues. I specialize in recovery from trauma (particularly childhood abuse/neglect, sexual assault and domestic violence), successful movement through life transitions (young adulthood, career, parenthood, mid-life and loss), and repair of interpersonal relationships (including a specialty in couples therapy). I have advanced training in both trauma treatment and couples therapy, which uniquely positions me to treat couples where one or both partners have a trauma history.
Sometimes it feels like there is too much going on and you are not sure what to do. Therapy can be the first step to feeling better, offering a space to explore the feelings, thoughts and emotions that arise. Some people come to work through past events, others come to help manage the stress of daily life or interactions. I work with teens and adults who are navigating challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, and difficulties with self-esteem or emotional regulation.
Sometimes it feels like there is too much going on and you are not sure what to do. Therapy can be the first step to feeling better, offering a space to explore the feelings, thoughts and emotions that arise. Some people come to work through past events, others come to help manage the stress of daily life or interactions. I work with teens and adults who are navigating challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, and difficulties with self-esteem or emotional regulation.
Sheila Delvalle—Anxiety•Depression•OCD•Stress
Licensed Master Social Worker, MSW, LMSW, LGSW
Online Only
Do you struggle with substance use? Has addiction taken over your life? Your past does not have to dictate your present or your future. You can recover from traumatic experiences. In therapy, you can defuse the factors powering addiction. You can build practical coping skills for sustained recovery. You can save your relationship with couples therapy. I am a social worker with advanced training in substance abuse, harm reduction, and trauma therapy. Experienced therapist for teenagers. Reach out now. I look forward to hearing your story and helping you, your teenager, or your relationship get back on track.
Do you struggle with substance use? Has addiction taken over your life? Your past does not have to dictate your present or your future. You can recover from traumatic experiences. In therapy, you can defuse the factors powering addiction. You can build practical coping skills for sustained recovery. You can save your relationship with couples therapy. I am a social worker with advanced training in substance abuse, harm reduction, and trauma therapy. Experienced therapist for teenagers. Reach out now. I look forward to hearing your story and helping you, your teenager, or your relationship get back on track.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and have been practicing for over ten years. I have significant training in a range of therapeutic models including Narrative therapy, Trauma-informed care, Solution-focused therapy, etc. I believe people may come to therapy when parts of life feel out of sync with their desires/intentions. I see therapy as a safe and productive space to unpack problems and partner with clients for more possibilities. I also have years of training and experience in Energy medicine, including Reiki and Applied Mindfulness/coaching. I work with individuals, couples, children, and families.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and have been practicing for over ten years. I have significant training in a range of therapeutic models including Narrative therapy, Trauma-informed care, Solution-focused therapy, etc. I believe people may come to therapy when parts of life feel out of sync with their desires/intentions. I see therapy as a safe and productive space to unpack problems and partner with clients for more possibilities. I also have years of training and experience in Energy medicine, including Reiki and Applied Mindfulness/coaching. I work with individuals, couples, children, and families.
My training in Emotionally Focused Therapy and Imago Couples Therapy will help you move past stuck points and conflict with your partner.
Do you long to move past circular fights with your partner about the dishes and who does more? Are you exhausted from pushing down your own feelings and needs due to feelings of guilt? Do you desire to move past the surface level conflict and get to the heart of your repeat arguments and feel deeply emotionally connected and best friends with your partner again? Welcome, you're in the right place. I offer traditional, weekly therapy for women as well as customized Intensive (Extended) Therapy options for Premarital Counseling and Couples Counseling for busy couples who want to skip the start/stop of weekly therapy and see change.
My training in Emotionally Focused Therapy and Imago Couples Therapy will help you move past stuck points and conflict with your partner.
Do you long to move past circular fights with your partner about the dishes and who does more? Are you exhausted from pushing down your own feelings and needs due to feelings of guilt? Do you desire to move past the surface level conflict and get to the heart of your repeat arguments and feel deeply emotionally connected and best friends with your partner again? Welcome, you're in the right place. I offer traditional, weekly therapy for women as well as customized Intensive (Extended) Therapy options for Premarital Counseling and Couples Counseling for busy couples who want to skip the start/stop of weekly therapy and see change.
I utilize an integrative, holistic and practical approach toward achieving client goals and incorporate a variety of techniques such as Person-Centered, Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Attachment Theory, and Internal Family Systems (IFS), combined with a reality-based approach that encourages self-acceptance and insight.
My Specialties include working with (but not limited to); Women in life-stage transition, LGBTQIA+ persons, couples work (traditional and non-traditional), suicide prevention and intervention, bi-polar disorder and identity challenges/transitions (ie. parenthood, job/professional changes, life stage concerns, etc..).
I utilize an integrative, holistic and practical approach toward achieving client goals and incorporate a variety of techniques such as Person-Centered, Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Attachment Theory, and Internal Family Systems (IFS), combined with a reality-based approach that encourages self-acceptance and insight.
My Specialties include working with (but not limited to); Women in life-stage transition, LGBTQIA+ persons, couples work (traditional and non-traditional), suicide prevention and intervention, bi-polar disorder and identity challenges/transitions (ie. parenthood, job/professional changes, life stage concerns, etc..).
In addition to traditional talk therapy to glean how your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors inform your process, I use mind-body awareness, emotionally focused therapy and provide psychoeducation about the neuroscience of trauma to help you understand, identify, and achieve optimal well-being.
I believe that everyone has the capacity to accomplish their goals. My role is to help you uncover and understand the obstacles and trauma that are getting in the way of achieving what you desire, and then help you tap into your inner resources to succeed. With empathy and authenticity, I work alongside my clients to promote healing and discovery of their power to change. Whether you are experiencing symptoms related to anxiety, depression, grief and loss; problems with relationships, parenting, or self-esteem; or a general sense of disconnectedness – whatever it is – I recognize that therapy is self-work, and it's not easy.
In addition to traditional talk therapy to glean how your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors inform your process, I use mind-body awareness, emotionally focused therapy and provide psychoeducation about the neuroscience of trauma to help you understand, identify, and achieve optimal well-being.
I believe that everyone has the capacity to accomplish their goals. My role is to help you uncover and understand the obstacles and trauma that are getting in the way of achieving what you desire, and then help you tap into your inner resources to succeed. With empathy and authenticity, I work alongside my clients to promote healing and discovery of their power to change. Whether you are experiencing symptoms related to anxiety, depression, grief and loss; problems with relationships, parenting, or self-esteem; or a general sense of disconnectedness – whatever it is – I recognize that therapy is self-work, and it's not easy.
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Emotionally Focused Therapists
Who is emotionally focused therapy for?
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.
Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?
People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.
What happens in emotionally focused therapy?
Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.
What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?
EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.