Emotionally Focused Therapists in Washington, DC
My ideal clients are adults navigating stress, depression, anxiety, academic/professional concerns, ADHD, life transitions, and cultural or relationship challenges. They may feel overwhelmed by academic or career pressures, struggle with focus, or experience conflict with family or significant others. Many are seeking to improve their coping skills, manage emotions, better understand themselves, and build healthier relationships. They want practical tools and genuine support to gain clarity, build confidence, and make positive changes in their lives.
My ideal clients are adults navigating stress, depression, anxiety, academic/professional concerns, ADHD, life transitions, and cultural or relationship challenges. They may feel overwhelmed by academic or career pressures, struggle with focus, or experience conflict with family or significant others. Many are seeking to improve their coping skills, manage emotions, better understand themselves, and build healthier relationships. They want practical tools and genuine support to gain clarity, build confidence, and make positive changes in their lives.
I adamantly believe that my job as a therapist isn’t to “fix” people, or to give advice, or to tell you what to do. My job is to help you untangle, and then, put the pieces together - to meet you exactly where you are while gently encouraging your growth - and to help you unlock your own wisdom and strength. I like to describe my process as having “one foot in and one foot out.” I have “one foot in” in the sense that I am right there with you, present with your emotions, seeking to deeply understand your experiences, while also keeping “one foot out” so that I’m able to offer new perspectives and help you through your struggles.
I adamantly believe that my job as a therapist isn’t to “fix” people, or to give advice, or to tell you what to do. My job is to help you untangle, and then, put the pieces together - to meet you exactly where you are while gently encouraging your growth - and to help you unlock your own wisdom and strength. I like to describe my process as having “one foot in and one foot out.” I have “one foot in” in the sense that I am right there with you, present with your emotions, seeking to deeply understand your experiences, while also keeping “one foot out” so that I’m able to offer new perspectives and help you through your struggles.
When rigidity and intrusive thoughts dictate your daily routine, it leaves little room for anything else. If you are caught in a severe cycle of compulsions, food rules, or chronic relational conflict, it is difficult to see a way out. I specialize in treating eating disorders, OCD, and relationship dynamics. I help high-performing individuals dismantle perfectionism, stop second-guessing their reality, and regain a sense of agency in moving their lives in the direction of their values.
When rigidity and intrusive thoughts dictate your daily routine, it leaves little room for anything else. If you are caught in a severe cycle of compulsions, food rules, or chronic relational conflict, it is difficult to see a way out. I specialize in treating eating disorders, OCD, and relationship dynamics. I help high-performing individuals dismantle perfectionism, stop second-guessing their reality, and regain a sense of agency in moving their lives in the direction of their values.
Welcome! Recognizing that something in your life isn't working is a great sign of hope & resilience and those who find their way to my practice are usually looking for something to change in their lives. The reasons why you are seeking therapy are my top priorities and helping you have the life you want is my job. I am often described as compassionate, intuitive, empathetic, open and honest. Seeking out a therapist you connect with and trust it critical. Please come in and decide if you feel that I'm the right therapist for you! I have Tuesday-Saturday hours available.
Welcome! Recognizing that something in your life isn't working is a great sign of hope & resilience and those who find their way to my practice are usually looking for something to change in their lives. The reasons why you are seeking therapy are my top priorities and helping you have the life you want is my job. I am often described as compassionate, intuitive, empathetic, open and honest. Seeking out a therapist you connect with and trust it critical. Please come in and decide if you feel that I'm the right therapist for you! I have Tuesday-Saturday hours available.
Working with me is a collaborative process. We focus on making change a reality. We explore what isn't working in your life, relationship concerns, navigating life transitions, or the experience of a serious medical illness or a difficult childhood/adolescence. In my 30+ years as a clinician I have mastered many therapeutic techniques and methods. I love using all the tools in my toolbox to create an individualized therapeutic approach for each of my clients. Our work is action oriented, creative and encompasses healing mind, body and spirit. Free 20-minute phone consultation.
Working with me is a collaborative process. We focus on making change a reality. We explore what isn't working in your life, relationship concerns, navigating life transitions, or the experience of a serious medical illness or a difficult childhood/adolescence. In my 30+ years as a clinician I have mastered many therapeutic techniques and methods. I love using all the tools in my toolbox to create an individualized therapeutic approach for each of my clients. Our work is action oriented, creative and encompasses healing mind, body and spirit. Free 20-minute phone consultation.
At Echoes of Helen, we believe every person, youth, and family deserves a safe space for healing, growth, and transformation. Our ideal clients are those who are ready to take steps toward change but may feel weighed down by challenges beyond their control.
Challenges You May Be Facing
Feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression, or unresolved grief.
Navigating trauma from past or ongoing experiences.
Struggling with family conflict, communication breakdowns, or intergenerational pain.
Young people experiencing self-esteem issues, identity questions, or pressures from school and community
At Echoes of Helen, we believe every person, youth, and family deserves a safe space for healing, growth, and transformation. Our ideal clients are those who are ready to take steps toward change but may feel weighed down by challenges beyond their control.
Challenges You May Be Facing
Feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression, or unresolved grief.
Navigating trauma from past or ongoing experiences.
Struggling with family conflict, communication breakdowns, or intergenerational pain.
Young people experiencing self-esteem issues, identity questions, or pressures from school and community
Do you feel like you're not quite yourself lately - anxious, overwhelmed, or holding yourself to impossibly high standards? Maybe it's hard to unwind after a long day or your relationships feel more strained than they used to. I work with adults, young adults, and older adolescents (16+) - including high-achieving students and professionals who are navigating anxiety, career stress and burnout, perfectionism, parenting, and postpartum depression and anxiety. If this sounds familiar, you're not alone, and I'm here to help.
Do you feel like you're not quite yourself lately - anxious, overwhelmed, or holding yourself to impossibly high standards? Maybe it's hard to unwind after a long day or your relationships feel more strained than they used to. I work with adults, young adults, and older adolescents (16+) - including high-achieving students and professionals who are navigating anxiety, career stress and burnout, perfectionism, parenting, and postpartum depression and anxiety. If this sounds familiar, you're not alone, and I'm here to help.
Have you felt like you were in survival mode for so long that you dont know what real peace is? Do you overwork? Are you a high achiever? Do people see you as successful but you are falling apart inside? Is asking for help difficult and you've suppressed your emotions for so long you don't know what to feel? Clients who seek our services are successful, hardworking, high achieving but are impacted by generational or unresolved trauma within themselves & the family system.
Have you felt like you were in survival mode for so long that you dont know what real peace is? Do you overwork? Are you a high achiever? Do people see you as successful but you are falling apart inside? Is asking for help difficult and you've suppressed your emotions for so long you don't know what to feel? Clients who seek our services are successful, hardworking, high achieving but are impacted by generational or unresolved trauma within themselves & the family system.
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.
Welcome! My name is Shiann, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Washington, DC.
I specialize in working with adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, and major life transitions. I also have a clinical focus on supporting Black mental health, understanding attachment patterns, and addressing the unique needs of high-achievers striving to balance success with overall well-being.
Welcome! My name is Shiann, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Washington, DC.
I specialize in working with adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, and major life transitions. I also have a clinical focus on supporting Black mental health, understanding attachment patterns, and addressing the unique needs of high-achievers striving to balance success with overall well-being.
Feeling stuck or experiencing life and relationships as old or frustrating? Life can at times be over-whelming, but it does not need to stay that way. Through a collaborative process, I help my clients to both understand themselves and effectively transform their lives and live more fully. I work with my clients as partners, and my sessions are interactive and productive. While the work can be deep and transformative, the approach is strength-based and pragmatic. We are all unique, and there is no method that fits everybody. Our work together is a joint and respectful discovery tailored to meet your specific goals and needs.
Feeling stuck or experiencing life and relationships as old or frustrating? Life can at times be over-whelming, but it does not need to stay that way. Through a collaborative process, I help my clients to both understand themselves and effectively transform their lives and live more fully. I work with my clients as partners, and my sessions are interactive and productive. While the work can be deep and transformative, the approach is strength-based and pragmatic. We are all unique, and there is no method that fits everybody. Our work together is a joint and respectful discovery tailored to meet your specific goals and needs.
We understand that making the decision to seek therapy can be overwhelming, and we are here to help guide you through the process by clearing a path to well-being. By working together, we can develop a strategy that promotes a healthier life for you and the ones closest to you. Our compassionate approach provides a safe and caring environment for you to seek the support that you deserve.
We understand that making the decision to seek therapy can be overwhelming, and we are here to help guide you through the process by clearing a path to well-being. By working together, we can develop a strategy that promotes a healthier life for you and the ones closest to you. Our compassionate approach provides a safe and caring environment for you to seek the support that you deserve.
Have you ever experienced a moment when you felt truly inspired by life? Through life coaching, I help people to create lives that allow them to stay connected to that feeling of awe and miraculousness every day! Do you desire a more meaningful career? Do you want more fulfilling relationships? Do you want to better understand yourself or feel more confident? If YES to any of these questions, life coaching with me can help.
Have you ever experienced a moment when you felt truly inspired by life? Through life coaching, I help people to create lives that allow them to stay connected to that feeling of awe and miraculousness every day! Do you desire a more meaningful career? Do you want more fulfilling relationships? Do you want to better understand yourself or feel more confident? If YES to any of these questions, life coaching with me can help.
Are you longing for vitality, a sense of choice or self-love/confidence in your life? Are you looking for authenticity, courageous conversations, resonance or deep trust repair in your relationship/s? Are you hoping to find how to live a meaningful and impactful life? I support authentic, compassionate and empowered relating to yourself and others with courageous journeying opening your full expression, connection and power for change. My clients are individuals, partners, co-parents, educators, caregivers or leaders, teams or groups who want to achieve greater trust, connection, resonance, collaboration and systemic resilience.
Are you longing for vitality, a sense of choice or self-love/confidence in your life? Are you looking for authenticity, courageous conversations, resonance or deep trust repair in your relationship/s? Are you hoping to find how to live a meaningful and impactful life? I support authentic, compassionate and empowered relating to yourself and others with courageous journeying opening your full expression, connection and power for change. My clients are individuals, partners, co-parents, educators, caregivers or leaders, teams or groups who want to achieve greater trust, connection, resonance, collaboration and systemic resilience.
I work best with individuals who feel stuck and know something needs to change whether it’s due to stress, poor decisions, life transitions, or involvement with the legal system. Many are trying to get back on track but aren’t sure how. I help by creating a space where you can be yourself, take accountability, and start making better choices with figuring out better ways to move forward.
I work best with individuals who feel stuck and know something needs to change whether it’s due to stress, poor decisions, life transitions, or involvement with the legal system. Many are trying to get back on track but aren’t sure how. I help by creating a space where you can be yourself, take accountability, and start making better choices with figuring out better ways to move forward.
I'm a psychologist with +20 years experience in the mental health field. My primary goal as a therapist is to help you explore and address the concerns that bring you to therapy. I take time to listen and get to know you to understand what you'd like to improve in your life. I individualize my approach by integrating techniques to best help you grow and find balance and happiness. I strive to create a safe, supportive environment. I am more directive and solution-focused when that approach might be more effective for you.
I'm a psychologist with +20 years experience in the mental health field. My primary goal as a therapist is to help you explore and address the concerns that bring you to therapy. I take time to listen and get to know you to understand what you'd like to improve in your life. I individualize my approach by integrating techniques to best help you grow and find balance and happiness. I strive to create a safe, supportive environment. I am more directive and solution-focused when that approach might be more effective for you.
Have you ever felt so "damaged" that when someone tries to offer you the love and care you deserve, it feels hard to accept? You're not alone, and healing is possible. I’m here to help you reclaim your sense of self-worth and build a meaningful, empowered future—no matter the pain of your past. I’m Joseph D. Williams, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW, a Washington, DC-based Psychotherapist with over 24 years of experience treating individuals with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, adjustment disorders, social anxiety, and substance use.I provide Telehealth throughout DC, MD, VA, GA, and New York, welcoming clients across NYC.
Have you ever felt so "damaged" that when someone tries to offer you the love and care you deserve, it feels hard to accept? You're not alone, and healing is possible. I’m here to help you reclaim your sense of self-worth and build a meaningful, empowered future—no matter the pain of your past. I’m Joseph D. Williams, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW, a Washington, DC-based Psychotherapist with over 24 years of experience treating individuals with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, adjustment disorders, social anxiety, and substance use.I provide Telehealth throughout DC, MD, VA, GA, and New York, welcoming clients across NYC.
With 14 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 25 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
With 14 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 25 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
Being a parent can be one of life’s greatest rewards. It also is one of life’s most challenging responsibilities. My goal is to assist parents and children through the transitions of divorce and beyond to achieve the best outcomes possible.
Being a parent can be one of life’s greatest rewards. It also is one of life’s most challenging responsibilities. My goal is to assist parents and children through the transitions of divorce and beyond to achieve the best outcomes possible.
I have been working in community mental health and private practice since 2015. Clients who have found working with my me helpful include: trauma survivors, those suffering with symptoms related to mood and anxiety disorders, and those dealing with stress in romantic and family relationships. My therapy style has been influenced by my experience and training in mindfulness-, emotion-focused-, dialectical behavioral and acceptance-based models.
I have been working in community mental health and private practice since 2015. Clients who have found working with my me helpful include: trauma survivors, those suffering with symptoms related to mood and anxiety disorders, and those dealing with stress in romantic and family relationships. My therapy style has been influenced by my experience and training in mindfulness-, emotion-focused-, dialectical behavioral and acceptance-based models.
