First Health Therapists in Washington, DC
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the District of Columbia and Maryland. For the last decade, I have been advocating for individuals and families struggling with mental health concerns. My work has primarily focused on childhood trauma, and I have provided therapeutic services to a diverse array of individuals of all ages. I am committed to helping people overcome eating disorders, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, trauma, and other stressors that impact our lives.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the District of Columbia and Maryland. For the last decade, I have been advocating for individuals and families struggling with mental health concerns. My work has primarily focused on childhood trauma, and I have provided therapeutic services to a diverse array of individuals of all ages. I am committed to helping people overcome eating disorders, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, trauma, and other stressors that impact our lives.
I am Sarah Jones, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Art Therapist with 10 years of experience in individual therapy and child and family consultation work. I am passionate about combining art therapy and play techniques in my practice to help clients with adjustment issues, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. During the pandemic, I expanded my practice to focus more on adult work, offering telehealth sessions and leading group art therapy for cancer survivors. I completed my Master of Science in Counseling and Art Therapy from Mount Mary University.
I am Sarah Jones, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Art Therapist with 10 years of experience in individual therapy and child and family consultation work. I am passionate about combining art therapy and play techniques in my practice to help clients with adjustment issues, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. During the pandemic, I expanded my practice to focus more on adult work, offering telehealth sessions and leading group art therapy for cancer survivors. I completed my Master of Science in Counseling and Art Therapy from Mount Mary University.
Hi, my name is Susanna Luu, PhD. I'm a clinical psychologist specializing in a holistic approach to treating mental health concerns through a cognitive behavioral therapy lens. I am currently licensed in Iowa. My communication style in down to earth and genuine. I will not mask my unique "real" qualities and try to bring in humor as much as I can. This is model an example of healthy communication. Further, I am always client-centered. Although I love to see clients have growth, I will always ask if clients are ready to explore the next steps of processing and meet them where they are at.
Hi, my name is Susanna Luu, PhD. I'm a clinical psychologist specializing in a holistic approach to treating mental health concerns through a cognitive behavioral therapy lens. I am currently licensed in Iowa. My communication style in down to earth and genuine. I will not mask my unique "real" qualities and try to bring in humor as much as I can. This is model an example of healthy communication. Further, I am always client-centered. Although I love to see clients have growth, I will always ask if clients are ready to explore the next steps of processing and meet them where they are at.
Damika is a graduate of The Catholic University of America. She is a licensed clinical social worker with multiple years of experience in the mental health field and has worked with many different groups ranging from children to the elderly. Damika specializes in relationship issues, conflict resolution, and communication. She works with couples, families, and individuals to assist with meeting personal goals. Damika also utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, and many other modalities to address the client’s concerns.
Damika is a graduate of The Catholic University of America. She is a licensed clinical social worker with multiple years of experience in the mental health field and has worked with many different groups ranging from children to the elderly. Damika specializes in relationship issues, conflict resolution, and communication. She works with couples, families, and individuals to assist with meeting personal goals. Damika also utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, and many other modalities to address the client’s concerns.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 22 years of experience in both the mental health and substance abuse fields. I am passionate about helping youth, adults, couples, and families address their presenting issues. I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, phobias, OCD, and other life challenges. My approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, rational emotive therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, positive psychology, and reality and grounding techniques.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 22 years of experience in both the mental health and substance abuse fields. I am passionate about helping youth, adults, couples, and families address their presenting issues. I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, phobias, OCD, and other life challenges. My approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, rational emotive therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, positive psychology, and reality and grounding techniques.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
I am Julie Archin, Licensed Certified Social Worker- Clinical in Maryland. I have been a dedicated therapist for more than 10 years. I utilize a strengths-based approach to empower my clients. With a focus on recognizing and leveraging individual strengths, that fosters resilience and promotes heart healing and personal Growth. I have a compassionate and supportive style that creates a safe space for meaningful exploration and positive change. When not working, I enjoy spending time with my husband Marc, and our dog Maize sailing.
I am Julie Archin, Licensed Certified Social Worker- Clinical in Maryland. I have been a dedicated therapist for more than 10 years. I utilize a strengths-based approach to empower my clients. With a focus on recognizing and leveraging individual strengths, that fosters resilience and promotes heart healing and personal Growth. I have a compassionate and supportive style that creates a safe space for meaningful exploration and positive change. When not working, I enjoy spending time with my husband Marc, and our dog Maize sailing.
My name is Nicolet Henderson. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who is grateful to be able to support my clients in meeting their mental health and personal development goals. My therapeutic approach is a combination of client centered therapy and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy. I also try to incorporate Art Therapy in my interventions. I believe in collaborating with my clients to identify coping tools and solutions that work for them as individuals, as everyone is different.
My name is Nicolet Henderson. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who is grateful to be able to support my clients in meeting their mental health and personal development goals. My therapeutic approach is a combination of client centered therapy and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy. I also try to incorporate Art Therapy in my interventions. I believe in collaborating with my clients to identify coping tools and solutions that work for them as individuals, as everyone is different.
I’m a dedicated therapist passionate about supporting individuals on their journey toward healing and personal growth. With over 10 years of experience, I specialize in anxiety, depression, grief/loss, and trauma, providing a compassionate and personalized approach to therapy. My goal is to create a safe space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to navigate life’s challenges. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process, and I work closely with each client to tailor our sessions to their unique needs.
I’m a dedicated therapist passionate about supporting individuals on their journey toward healing and personal growth. With over 10 years of experience, I specialize in anxiety, depression, grief/loss, and trauma, providing a compassionate and personalized approach to therapy. My goal is to create a safe space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to navigate life’s challenges. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process, and I work closely with each client to tailor our sessions to their unique needs.
I bring a tapestry of experience woven through diverse healthcare settings, from the urgent rhythms of acute care and hospital emergency rooms to the contemplative spaces of outpatient therapy in clinical and private practice. As an independently licensed clinical social worker across four jurisdictions—Washington state, Oregon, the District of Columbia, and Virginia—I practice from a person-in-environment, bio-psychosocial-spiritual framework with the belief that healing occurs best when the whole person is treated.
I bring a tapestry of experience woven through diverse healthcare settings, from the urgent rhythms of acute care and hospital emergency rooms to the contemplative spaces of outpatient therapy in clinical and private practice. As an independently licensed clinical social worker across four jurisdictions—Washington state, Oregon, the District of Columbia, and Virginia—I practice from a person-in-environment, bio-psychosocial-spiritual framework with the belief that healing occurs best when the whole person is treated.
Thriveworks Counseling &Psychiatry Washington,D.C.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Washington, DC 20045
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience in guiding others to broaden their perspectives. After over 30 years in the Public Schools I retired to focus full time on my Practice "Love First", emphasizing love as life's core value. My mission is to help individuals cultivate self-love, retrain their minds, and navigate life's challenges positively.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience in guiding others to broaden their perspectives. After over 30 years in the Public Schools I retired to focus full time on my Practice "Love First", emphasizing love as life's core value. My mission is to help individuals cultivate self-love, retrain their minds, and navigate life's challenges positively.
It's a big step to ask for help. I engage in a coaching style, using a non-judgemental approach. I believe you are the expert of what matters to you. My training is grounded in mind/body medicine which incorporates skills and practices that get results and promote lifestyle changes. It's in these lifestyle changes that growth and sustained change occurs. I’m committed to putting myself out of business by equipping you with a variety of tools to manage stress, depression, anxiety, or grief. I don't ask clients to do anything I have not practiced or do myself.
It's a big step to ask for help. I engage in a coaching style, using a non-judgemental approach. I believe you are the expert of what matters to you. My training is grounded in mind/body medicine which incorporates skills and practices that get results and promote lifestyle changes. It's in these lifestyle changes that growth and sustained change occurs. I’m committed to putting myself out of business by equipping you with a variety of tools to manage stress, depression, anxiety, or grief. I don't ask clients to do anything I have not practiced or do myself.
Are you feeling disconnected from yourself or your loved ones? Confused about your life or simply unmotivated? Allow me to assist you in optimizing your life trajectory by connecting to your personal value sets, creating priorities, and the pathways to achieve your goals! My approach to providing care includes assisting clients to connect back to themselves through ascertaining and developing their own personal value sets, priorities, goals, and dreams.
Are you feeling disconnected from yourself or your loved ones? Confused about your life or simply unmotivated? Allow me to assist you in optimizing your life trajectory by connecting to your personal value sets, creating priorities, and the pathways to achieve your goals! My approach to providing care includes assisting clients to connect back to themselves through ascertaining and developing their own personal value sets, priorities, goals, and dreams.
I am trained in anti-oppressive, trauma-informed therapy and yoga, which supports my holistic approach to care, integrating mindfulness, somatic embodiment, and spirituality. My work centers queer people of color and adult children of immigrants through grief, intergenerational and attachment trauma, and cultural identity exploration.
I am trained in anti-oppressive, trauma-informed therapy and yoga, which supports my holistic approach to care, integrating mindfulness, somatic embodiment, and spirituality. My work centers queer people of color and adult children of immigrants through grief, intergenerational and attachment trauma, and cultural identity exploration.
I find that people are often ambivalent about starting therapy for a variety of reasons. I applaud you for taking this first step. It is hard to walk into an office and talk with a stranger who is a therapist. I am here to walk with you on your journey in learning more about yourself and coming up with solutions to the issues that you're facing at this time. My specialties include, but are not limited to, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, life transitions, and trauma. I have mild cerebral palsy and have an understanding of what it is like to be in the able-bodied world.
I find that people are often ambivalent about starting therapy for a variety of reasons. I applaud you for taking this first step. It is hard to walk into an office and talk with a stranger who is a therapist. I am here to walk with you on your journey in learning more about yourself and coming up with solutions to the issues that you're facing at this time. My specialties include, but are not limited to, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, life transitions, and trauma. I have mild cerebral palsy and have an understanding of what it is like to be in the able-bodied world.
I am licensed in Washington D.C. as a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Licensed Addictions Treatment Practitioner, and a Board Certified Art Therapist. I have an extensive history of working with clients suffering from co-occurring disorders. I believe that the therapeutic value of art has the opportunity to heal, empower, and engage those who feel isolated due to their addiction, depression, anxiety, fears, anger, and pain.
I am licensed in Washington D.C. as a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Licensed Addictions Treatment Practitioner, and a Board Certified Art Therapist. I have an extensive history of working with clients suffering from co-occurring disorders. I believe that the therapeutic value of art has the opportunity to heal, empower, and engage those who feel isolated due to their addiction, depression, anxiety, fears, anger, and pain.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Washington, DC. My goal as your or your child's therapist, is to make you feel unconditionally accepted and to create an environment in which I can support you in your growth and understanding of self. I believe everyone has the innate ability to know themselves and create personal change. I would be honored to support you in discovering this ability. I am most passionate and skilled in helping children ages 5-18 and people experiencing perinatal mental health needs.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Washington, DC. My goal as your or your child's therapist, is to make you feel unconditionally accepted and to create an environment in which I can support you in your growth and understanding of self. I believe everyone has the innate ability to know themselves and create personal change. I would be honored to support you in discovering this ability. I am most passionate and skilled in helping children ages 5-18 and people experiencing perinatal mental health needs.
I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) & Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the District of Columbia with 23 years of experience in the field of mental health. I help clients with relationship issues, anger management, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence.
I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) & Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the District of Columbia with 23 years of experience in the field of mental health. I help clients with relationship issues, anger management, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence.
Hello, I am Dr. Regina Lawson, an inclusive, affirming, and accepting Licensed Clinical Therapist in the District of Columbia. I have over 17 years of experience providing individual and family therapy. I am passionate and committed to assisting clients on their path to living their best life. I practice a person-centered approach, recognizing and valuing that my clients are the experts in their own lives. My role is to listen, understand, and provide you with the tools to help you achieve your desired outcomes. I utilize various evidence-based approaches and interventions tailored to your specific needs and concerns.
Hello, I am Dr. Regina Lawson, an inclusive, affirming, and accepting Licensed Clinical Therapist in the District of Columbia. I have over 17 years of experience providing individual and family therapy. I am passionate and committed to assisting clients on their path to living their best life. I practice a person-centered approach, recognizing and valuing that my clients are the experts in their own lives. My role is to listen, understand, and provide you with the tools to help you achieve your desired outcomes. I utilize various evidence-based approaches and interventions tailored to your specific needs and concerns.


