French-Speaking Therapists in Washington, DC
Welcome, and thank you for visiting my page! Taking the first step to seek help or support is courageous—and I want to acknowledge how meaningful that is. I work with clients ranging from preteens to adults, each carrying their own unique life stories. My experience includes supporting individuals navigating trauma, mood disorders, ADHD, learning differences, and chronic health conditions. I have a particular passion for working with people in transitional life stages, as well as caregivers—whether you're a parent, a professional, or supporting an aging loved one. Wherever you are in your journey, I see you. I hear you.
Welcome, and thank you for visiting my page! Taking the first step to seek help or support is courageous—and I want to acknowledge how meaningful that is. I work with clients ranging from preteens to adults, each carrying their own unique life stories. My experience includes supporting individuals navigating trauma, mood disorders, ADHD, learning differences, and chronic health conditions. I have a particular passion for working with people in transitional life stages, as well as caregivers—whether you're a parent, a professional, or supporting an aging loved one. Wherever you are in your journey, I see you. I hear you.
Welcome! I am a Clinical Psychologist offering therapy services to children, adolescents, and adults, with expertise in perinatal mental health. I work with individuals navigating life transitions, mood and anxiety concerns, parenthood, and challenges related to early caregiving relationships. My approach is warm, collaborative, and trauma-informed, integrating evidence-based practices with a deep respect for each client’s cultural background and lived experience. I draw from cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based approaches, play therapy, attachment-based interventions, and psychodynamic therapy.
Welcome! I am a Clinical Psychologist offering therapy services to children, adolescents, and adults, with expertise in perinatal mental health. I work with individuals navigating life transitions, mood and anxiety concerns, parenthood, and challenges related to early caregiving relationships. My approach is warm, collaborative, and trauma-informed, integrating evidence-based practices with a deep respect for each client’s cultural background and lived experience. I draw from cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based approaches, play therapy, attachment-based interventions, and psychodynamic therapy.
In addition to English I provide sessions in Portuguese and French.
You are taking a courageous and important step by seeking support. Together, we will explore strategies to help you navigate the relationships and life challenges that matter most to you. My work is relational, culturally attuned, and grounded in attachment science, somatic wisdom, and Imago Relationship Therapy. I facilitate space for you to find self-compassion, empathy, hope, and connection. One deep breath and one conversation at a time. Together, we will create a place that is only yours. A confidential and safe space where your mind, spirit, and body can pause, integrate, feel refreshed, and move toward alignment. Light. Hope.
In addition to English I provide sessions in Portuguese and French.
You are taking a courageous and important step by seeking support. Together, we will explore strategies to help you navigate the relationships and life challenges that matter most to you. My work is relational, culturally attuned, and grounded in attachment science, somatic wisdom, and Imago Relationship Therapy. I facilitate space for you to find self-compassion, empathy, hope, and connection. One deep breath and one conversation at a time. Together, we will create a place that is only yours. A confidential and safe space where your mind, spirit, and body can pause, integrate, feel refreshed, and move toward alignment. Light. Hope.
Do you feel stuck? Maybe you can't seem to shake the blues. Maybe it’s a loss. Or you can’t make a crucial decision. Perhaps jittery moods have reduced your functioning. Or you’re unable to control unhealthy behavior. Maybe every conversation with your spouse becomes an argument.
Feel more confident, improve your relationships, move from illness to health, reconnect with your creativity, learn valuable coping skills, take control of your life and just feel better. I can help you move forward through obstacles, uncovering your true potential. Our work helps you feel resilient, so you can set and reach your goals.
Do you feel stuck? Maybe you can't seem to shake the blues. Maybe it’s a loss. Or you can’t make a crucial decision. Perhaps jittery moods have reduced your functioning. Or you’re unable to control unhealthy behavior. Maybe every conversation with your spouse becomes an argument.
Feel more confident, improve your relationships, move from illness to health, reconnect with your creativity, learn valuable coping skills, take control of your life and just feel better. I can help you move forward through obstacles, uncovering your true potential. Our work helps you feel resilient, so you can set and reach your goals.
I work with thoughtful professionals and emerging leaders seeking greater clarity, direction, and alignment in their work. Clients often come to coaching while navigating career transitions, leadership growth, or burnout despite professional success. Coaching provides a structured space to reflect, gain perspective, and navigate complex professional decisions with greater intention. Together we explore priorities, strengths, and possibilities so you can move forward with clarity, confidence, and a more intentional approach to your career and leadership.
Coaching is not therapy and does not treat mental health conditions.
I work with thoughtful professionals and emerging leaders seeking greater clarity, direction, and alignment in their work. Clients often come to coaching while navigating career transitions, leadership growth, or burnout despite professional success. Coaching provides a structured space to reflect, gain perspective, and navigate complex professional decisions with greater intention. Together we explore priorities, strengths, and possibilities so you can move forward with clarity, confidence, and a more intentional approach to your career and leadership.
Coaching is not therapy and does not treat mental health conditions.
Do you feel “stuck” in repeating patterns? Do you long for a change but can’t seem to make it happen? Or have you recently made a big transition and need help adjusting? Has trauma – either a one-time life event, or an ongoing stressful situation – stopped you from living fully? I help individuals and couples identify goals and the barriers to reaching them. With a collaborative and supportive approach you will find purpose, confidence, and belonging. My approach emphasizes self- determination and collaboration, drawing on evidence-based talk therapies and mind-body approaches like EMDR, mindfulness meditation, and yoga.
Do you feel “stuck” in repeating patterns? Do you long for a change but can’t seem to make it happen? Or have you recently made a big transition and need help adjusting? Has trauma – either a one-time life event, or an ongoing stressful situation – stopped you from living fully? I help individuals and couples identify goals and the barriers to reaching them. With a collaborative and supportive approach you will find purpose, confidence, and belonging. My approach emphasizes self- determination and collaboration, drawing on evidence-based talk therapies and mind-body approaches like EMDR, mindfulness meditation, and yoga.
You don’t have to perform your pain to be seen. You don’t have to overgive to be loved.
I work with the LGBTQ, BIPOC, neurodivergent, immigrants, kink/BDSM community, polyamorous or nonmonogamous folks, and survivors who are done with shrinking, burning out, or wondering if they’re "too much." You might be holding grief, longing, or rage that never had a safe place to land, especially if your identity has been shaped by generational trauma, family obligation, or code-switching for safety.
As a relational, trauma-informed and somatic therapist, I hold space for both the ache and the aliveness in you. I am trained in EMDR and IFS.
You don’t have to perform your pain to be seen. You don’t have to overgive to be loved.
I work with the LGBTQ, BIPOC, neurodivergent, immigrants, kink/BDSM community, polyamorous or nonmonogamous folks, and survivors who are done with shrinking, burning out, or wondering if they’re "too much." You might be holding grief, longing, or rage that never had a safe place to land, especially if your identity has been shaped by generational trauma, family obligation, or code-switching for safety.
As a relational, trauma-informed and somatic therapist, I hold space for both the ache and the aliveness in you. I am trained in EMDR and IFS.
Clinical Psychologist licensed in CA, NY, Washington, DC, over 25 years experience nationally/internationally. Eclectic approach tailored to the individual. Various modalities, solution-focused. Conduct online therapy. Training: Medical Ctr: Neuropsychology; UCLA postdoctoral fellowship: Emergency Room Psychiatry. Fmr Asst Clinical Professor of Psychiatry UCSF. Work w large range of cultures internationally, with embassies, international treaty organisations, university abroad programs, terrorist attack victims, PTSD, bipolar, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, medical challenges, couples, group therapies, adults, adolescents.
Clinical Psychologist licensed in CA, NY, Washington, DC, over 25 years experience nationally/internationally. Eclectic approach tailored to the individual. Various modalities, solution-focused. Conduct online therapy. Training: Medical Ctr: Neuropsychology; UCLA postdoctoral fellowship: Emergency Room Psychiatry. Fmr Asst Clinical Professor of Psychiatry UCSF. Work w large range of cultures internationally, with embassies, international treaty organisations, university abroad programs, terrorist attack victims, PTSD, bipolar, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, medical challenges, couples, group therapies, adults, adolescents.
Many women come to me feeling frustrated that, despite their best intentions, they keep repeating the same painful patterns in dating — choosing emotionally unavailable partners, losing themselves in relationships, or shrinking their needs. My work focuses on helping women slow down those cycles, understand the deeper beliefs driving them, and build relationships that feel secure, authentic, and fulfilling. In therapy, we’ll examine the moments where you feel pulled toward self-sabotage — texting the ex, ignoring red flags, or staying in situations that don’t feel good.
Many women come to me feeling frustrated that, despite their best intentions, they keep repeating the same painful patterns in dating — choosing emotionally unavailable partners, losing themselves in relationships, or shrinking their needs. My work focuses on helping women slow down those cycles, understand the deeper beliefs driving them, and build relationships that feel secure, authentic, and fulfilling. In therapy, we’ll examine the moments where you feel pulled toward self-sabotage — texting the ex, ignoring red flags, or staying in situations that don’t feel good.
Elizabeth J Gomart
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd&HD, NCC, LPC
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20007
I enjoy working with individuals and couples who are curious and hungry for more connection to themselves and others in their lives. When you start therapy, I will talk with you about what brings you to therapy, the life you want to create and what you think holds you back. I will reflect with you on how it feels to be with and collaborate with you on your own thriving. You are likely to display the same intra- and inter-personal patterns with me that enhance or impede your progress in your relationships at work and home. Most of my clients start therapy because of depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties and work challenges.
I enjoy working with individuals and couples who are curious and hungry for more connection to themselves and others in their lives. When you start therapy, I will talk with you about what brings you to therapy, the life you want to create and what you think holds you back. I will reflect with you on how it feels to be with and collaborate with you on your own thriving. You are likely to display the same intra- and inter-personal patterns with me that enhance or impede your progress in your relationships at work and home. Most of my clients start therapy because of depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties and work challenges.
Thérèse Verley Strodel
Counselor, LPC, LMHC
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20011
Waitlist for new clients
Hello! Congratulations on taking this important first step in your healing journey! If you're struggling with depression, stress, anxiety, trauma, grief or other life transitions, I’d be honored to work collaboratively with you. When we better understand our patterns of behavior, we can then make small changes, that have great impact. This is how we find peace and equanimity. I will assist you in understanding what is getting in the way of living your best life, creating a non-judgmental and supportive space to discover your strengths and what is most important to you. Your healing journey awaits!
Hello! Congratulations on taking this important first step in your healing journey! If you're struggling with depression, stress, anxiety, trauma, grief or other life transitions, I’d be honored to work collaboratively with you. When we better understand our patterns of behavior, we can then make small changes, that have great impact. This is how we find peace and equanimity. I will assist you in understanding what is getting in the way of living your best life, creating a non-judgmental and supportive space to discover your strengths and what is most important to you. Your healing journey awaits!
Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here.
Are you struggling with men's issues, sexuality concerns or relationship challenges that feel hard to talk about? Do you find yourself wishing for a brave space where your experiences are truly understood? These difficulties can feel isolating, but there is hope for healing and growth. Together, we can explore your story and build the support you deserve.
My work is grounded in Internal Family Systems (IFS)—an evidence-based model that helps individuals and couples heal by gently unburdening their protective and wounded parts with compassion and care.
Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here.
Are you struggling with men's issues, sexuality concerns or relationship challenges that feel hard to talk about? Do you find yourself wishing for a brave space where your experiences are truly understood? These difficulties can feel isolating, but there is hope for healing and growth. Together, we can explore your story and build the support you deserve.
My work is grounded in Internal Family Systems (IFS)—an evidence-based model that helps individuals and couples heal by gently unburdening their protective and wounded parts with compassion and care.
I work with high-achieving professionals in DC navigating anxiety, burnout, and codependent relationships who are ready to move from exhaustion to empowerment.
Prior to becoming a therapist I lived and worked in various countries in West Africa, Haiti, and the Middle East and bring a unique cross-cultural lens to my work. My specialty areas include anxiety, depression, people-pleasing, codependency, trauma, adult children of alcoholics, career issues, dating/relationship struggles, life transitions, and cultural identity development.
I work with high-achieving professionals in DC navigating anxiety, burnout, and codependent relationships who are ready to move from exhaustion to empowerment.
Prior to becoming a therapist I lived and worked in various countries in West Africa, Haiti, and the Middle East and bring a unique cross-cultural lens to my work. My specialty areas include anxiety, depression, people-pleasing, codependency, trauma, adult children of alcoholics, career issues, dating/relationship struggles, life transitions, and cultural identity development.
Welcome to my practice and thank you for considering me as a companion on your journey towards healing and growth. Are you looking for a compassionate therapist who will listen deeply and attentively to your concerns whether they stem from difficulties coping with relationship issues, work stressors, past traumatic events or simply feeling that your life could have more meaning and depth?
Welcome to my practice and thank you for considering me as a companion on your journey towards healing and growth. Are you looking for a compassionate therapist who will listen deeply and attentively to your concerns whether they stem from difficulties coping with relationship issues, work stressors, past traumatic events or simply feeling that your life could have more meaning and depth?
I’m a Yale- and Northwestern-trained psychologist in full-time private practice outside Washington, DC. My practice is mostly virtual, and I work with adults from DC, MD, VA, NY, and over 40 other states. I’m a member of the Washington Baltimore Center for Psychoanalysis, where I'm Chair of the Institutional Review Board, which ensures that research participants are protected and treated ethically. I guest-lecture on couples therapy at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City. And to complement the deeper psychodynamic work I do with couples, I completed specialized training at The Gottman Institute.
I’m a Yale- and Northwestern-trained psychologist in full-time private practice outside Washington, DC. My practice is mostly virtual, and I work with adults from DC, MD, VA, NY, and over 40 other states. I’m a member of the Washington Baltimore Center for Psychoanalysis, where I'm Chair of the Institutional Review Board, which ensures that research participants are protected and treated ethically. I guest-lecture on couples therapy at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City. And to complement the deeper psychodynamic work I do with couples, I completed specialized training at The Gottman Institute.
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 all experience challenging times when we don’t feel like ourselves. We may feel stuck, lost, or experience the same unsatisfying relationships. Engaging in therapy, with the right therapist, can help. Within a supportive and collaborative relationship, I actively work with my clients to better understand themselves and their relationships; to acquire healthy coping strategies; and to achieve an enhanced sense of well-being. I am flexible, tailoring the therapy according to the needs of each client. I bring an integrative approach to psychotherapy that includes insight-oriented work, practical interventions, and cognitive/behavioral techniques, all within a nurturing relationship.
We all experience challenging times when we don’t feel like ourselves. We may feel stuck, lost, or experience the same unsatisfying relationships. Engaging in therapy, with the right therapist, can help. Within a supportive and collaborative relationship, I actively work with my clients to better understand themselves and their relationships; to acquire healthy coping strategies; and to achieve an enhanced sense of well-being. I am flexible, tailoring the therapy according to the needs of each client. I bring an integrative approach to psychotherapy that includes insight-oriented work, practical interventions, and cognitive/behavioral techniques, all within a nurturing relationship.
Are you grappling with intense emotions or painful memories, navigating life transitions, or seeking a space for open conversation and self-discovery? Do you experience anxiety, tension, or overwhelm, or wonder why you feel irritable, tearful, or unable to enjoy your usual activities? In times of stress, people often withdraw, avoid, or adopt other unhealthy habits, only to find it makes them feel worse. You probably long for more effective ways to cope, handle your emotions, and work towards a healthier, more fulfilling life.
Are you grappling with intense emotions or painful memories, navigating life transitions, or seeking a space for open conversation and self-discovery? Do you experience anxiety, tension, or overwhelm, or wonder why you feel irritable, tearful, or unable to enjoy your usual activities? In times of stress, people often withdraw, avoid, or adopt other unhealthy habits, only to find it makes them feel worse. You probably long for more effective ways to cope, handle your emotions, and work towards a healthier, more fulfilling life.
I invite you to dive deep to your 'core' (feelings, values, stories, beliefs, held pain ...) and connect to what your 'coeur' (heart in French) knows - and see what is ready to emerge for a powerful, caring, impactful quality of living and relating to yourself and others.
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 invite you to dive deep to your 'core' (feelings, values, stories, beliefs, held pain ...) and connect to what your 'coeur' (heart in French) knows - and see what is ready to emerge for a powerful, caring, impactful quality of living and relating to yourself and others.
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.
You've probably achieved external success, hitting all your milestones, ahead of schedule and with distinction, but internally you’re exhausted, on edge, or stuck in patterns you can’t think your way out of. Many of my clients are professionals in demanding roles in public service, law, healthcare, military, and executive leadership. Folks who are infinitely capable and quietly overwhelmed.
I provide body-based, deeply attuned, trauma-informed therapy for people who have tried talk therapy and need something that works at a deeper level, beyond rationalizations.
You've probably achieved external success, hitting all your milestones, ahead of schedule and with distinction, but internally you’re exhausted, on edge, or stuck in patterns you can’t think your way out of. Many of my clients are professionals in demanding roles in public service, law, healthcare, military, and executive leadership. Folks who are infinitely capable and quietly overwhelmed.
I provide body-based, deeply attuned, trauma-informed therapy for people who have tried talk therapy and need something that works at a deeper level, beyond rationalizations.
