Government Employees Health Association (GEHA) Therapists in Washington, DC
Life is a journey filled with unexpected twists and turns. Whether you are navigating the highs and lows, overcoming personal barriers, or seeking to deepen your connections with others, I am here to provide the support and guidance you need. As an immigrant, I deeply understand the emotional complexities and practical difficulties of adjusting to a new environment, maintaining your identity, and rediscovering your sense of self. This personal background enriches my approach, enabling me to forge meaningful connections with individuals from diverse backgrounds who are undergoing similar transitions.
Life is a journey filled with unexpected twists and turns. Whether you are navigating the highs and lows, overcoming personal barriers, or seeking to deepen your connections with others, I am here to provide the support and guidance you need. As an immigrant, I deeply understand the emotional complexities and practical difficulties of adjusting to a new environment, maintaining your identity, and rediscovering your sense of self. This personal background enriches my approach, enabling me to forge meaningful connections with individuals from diverse backgrounds who are undergoing similar transitions.
You may have come here because something is not working in your life and you want it better or because you want more from life. I come with my training, my 30 years of experience as a psychotherapist, my many more years of life experience, my mind, good heart and my intention to heal. You come with your issues, your past, perhaps with your anxiety, depression, or guilt. You also come with your strengths, some of which you might not recognize, and upon which we will build. I believe we are equal as humans, just sitting different chairs. I look forward to working with you.
You may have come here because something is not working in your life and you want it better or because you want more from life. I come with my training, my 30 years of experience as a psychotherapist, my many more years of life experience, my mind, good heart and my intention to heal. You come with your issues, your past, perhaps with your anxiety, depression, or guilt. You also come with your strengths, some of which you might not recognize, and upon which we will build. I believe we are equal as humans, just sitting different chairs. I look forward to working with you.
When was the last time you felt truly heard? Life can feel as though you're stuck in a maze without a chance to breath or sense of purpose. You may feel confused, alone, or overwhelmed, but you're not. I've successfully helped clients work through life's adversities, strengthen practical coping skills, and view the present and future in a realistic, positive way. I've also helped clients with chronic illness or disabilities maximize quality of life and reach goals, such as returning to work or school, or being a better parent or spouse. We'll set up a plan to meet your current needs, then empower you to reach your goals- together.
When was the last time you felt truly heard? Life can feel as though you're stuck in a maze without a chance to breath or sense of purpose. You may feel confused, alone, or overwhelmed, but you're not. I've successfully helped clients work through life's adversities, strengthen practical coping skills, and view the present and future in a realistic, positive way. I've also helped clients with chronic illness or disabilities maximize quality of life and reach goals, such as returning to work or school, or being a better parent or spouse. We'll set up a plan to meet your current needs, then empower you to reach your goals- together.
Maybe you feel disconnected, overwhelmed, anxious, or alone. Whatever it is that brought you here, together we can find the answer to what is overloading your being. As the director of One Alkaline Life, LLC in Waldorf, Maryland, I have spent my career working with a patient-centered, holistic approach. I enjoy providing compassionate care to adults and children dealing with mood disorders, eating disorders, substance abuse issues, and trauma. Give yourself the opportunity to build confidence and self-love along the way.
Maybe you feel disconnected, overwhelmed, anxious, or alone. Whatever it is that brought you here, together we can find the answer to what is overloading your being. As the director of One Alkaline Life, LLC in Waldorf, Maryland, I have spent my career working with a patient-centered, holistic approach. I enjoy providing compassionate care to adults and children dealing with mood disorders, eating disorders, substance abuse issues, and trauma. Give yourself the opportunity to build confidence and self-love along the way.
Welcome! I am glad you are here.
Whether therapy is new or familiar to you, let me help be of support to what initially has brought you to seek therapy. As the founder of Centered in Healing, LLC I truly believe that everyone deserves to heal from life experiences that are weighing heavily in their heart and impacting their life. One of the first steps in healing is finding the right person to provide support in a compassionate manner where you feel safe sharing. I am committed in helping you achieve a healthier you through personalize and compassionate care.
Welcome! I am glad you are here.
Whether therapy is new or familiar to you, let me help be of support to what initially has brought you to seek therapy. As the founder of Centered in Healing, LLC I truly believe that everyone deserves to heal from life experiences that are weighing heavily in their heart and impacting their life. One of the first steps in healing is finding the right person to provide support in a compassionate manner where you feel safe sharing. I am committed in helping you achieve a healthier you through personalize and compassionate care.
Please note that insurance is not accepted, except for GEHA and Hopkins EHP.
Whether you're a veteran, first responder, or someone living with trauma and PTSD, you’ve seen things most people can’t imagine — in war zones, on the job, or after disaster. Maybe now you feel numb, stuck in your head, or just worn out. It’s hard to relax, connect with others, or imagine feeling like yourself again. You’re not broken — you’re human. With the right support, you can feel better and reconnect with what matters, whether it’s old passions or new purpose. Starting therapy may be the hardest — and best — decision you make for your health and relationships.
Please note that insurance is not accepted, except for GEHA and Hopkins EHP.
Whether you're a veteran, first responder, or someone living with trauma and PTSD, you’ve seen things most people can’t imagine — in war zones, on the job, or after disaster. Maybe now you feel numb, stuck in your head, or just worn out. It’s hard to relax, connect with others, or imagine feeling like yourself again. You’re not broken — you’re human. With the right support, you can feel better and reconnect with what matters, whether it’s old passions or new purpose. Starting therapy may be the hardest — and best — decision you make for your health and relationships.
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Specializing in complex trauma (CPTSD) and mood + personality disorders, specifically borderline and BPD, I work with individuals aged 15+ and couples. I am an effective, educational, honest and unmasked clinical social worker. I am equally warm, kind, empathetic and non judgmental.
While a diagnosis offers a framework to understand you, I take a trauma resolution + interpersonal neurobiology approach that focuses on you and your goals for change.
I am flexible in structure but guided in change. Therapy is a collaborative experience and the goal is you learning enough to be the same expert I am, just over yourself.
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Specializing in complex trauma (CPTSD) and mood + personality disorders, specifically borderline and BPD, I work with individuals aged 15+ and couples. I am an effective, educational, honest and unmasked clinical social worker. I am equally warm, kind, empathetic and non judgmental.
While a diagnosis offers a framework to understand you, I take a trauma resolution + interpersonal neurobiology approach that focuses on you and your goals for change.
I am flexible in structure but guided in change. Therapy is a collaborative experience and the goal is you learning enough to be the same expert I am, just over yourself.
Elad is an ANCC board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. She graduated with Masters as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner from Ohio University. Before pursuing her master's in Nursing, Elad worked as a Registered Nurse for over seven years in different healthcare departments, including psychiatric units as a way to broaden her knowledge and ability to offer care to her patients in a holistic manner. In that light, she developed more compassion and empathy for her patients suffering from mental health problems as she understood their concerns and how they were perceived by friends, family, and society.
Elad is an ANCC board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. She graduated with Masters as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner from Ohio University. Before pursuing her master's in Nursing, Elad worked as a Registered Nurse for over seven years in different healthcare departments, including psychiatric units as a way to broaden her knowledge and ability to offer care to her patients in a holistic manner. In that light, she developed more compassion and empathy for her patients suffering from mental health problems as she understood their concerns and how they were perceived by friends, family, and society.
I provide structured, goal-oriented therapy designed to help clients create meaningful change in a focused timeframe. I currently offer short-term treatment plans ranging from approximately 6–18 sessions, depending on your goals, needs, and pace of progress. My approach is collaborative, practical, and trauma-informed, helping clients move from feeling stuck toward greater clarity, stability, and confidence.
I provide structured, goal-oriented therapy designed to help clients create meaningful change in a focused timeframe. I currently offer short-term treatment plans ranging from approximately 6–18 sessions, depending on your goals, needs, and pace of progress. My approach is collaborative, practical, and trauma-informed, helping clients move from feeling stuck toward greater clarity, stability, and confidence.
Hi! My name is Ayana, and I'm a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC) committed to creating a counseling space where individuals feel empowered to be their authentic selves. I use an emotion-focused therapy (EFT) approach, as well as other integrative styles to help foster emotional freedom and relational wellness as key components for healing and change. I am passionate about supporting marginalized individuals in their wellness journey, especially for those navigating racial or relational trauma, depression, anxiety, attachment concerns, and struggles with self-worth or self-esteem.
Hi! My name is Ayana, and I'm a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC) committed to creating a counseling space where individuals feel empowered to be their authentic selves. I use an emotion-focused therapy (EFT) approach, as well as other integrative styles to help foster emotional freedom and relational wellness as key components for healing and change. I am passionate about supporting marginalized individuals in their wellness journey, especially for those navigating racial or relational trauma, depression, anxiety, attachment concerns, and struggles with self-worth or self-esteem.
Hot? Cold? Summer is coming soon :) Call me to discuss improving your life.
Dr. Kesler (301)399-4696
Hot? Cold? Summer is coming soon :) Call me to discuss improving your life.
Dr. Kesler (301)399-4696
Kirsten Robinette
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I’m so glad you’ve taken the courageous step to seek support for yourself or someone you care about, and honored you've found your way here. Over the years, I’ve worked in both outpatient mental health and substance use treatment settings, as well as crisis prevention and intervention, supporting clients with a wide range of needs — from anxiety, trauma, and mood disorders to life transitions and relationship challenges. For the past four years, I’ve been in private practice, working with kids, teens, adults, and couples. I am independently licensed in MD, DC, VA, and MN and in-network with many insurances.
I’m so glad you’ve taken the courageous step to seek support for yourself or someone you care about, and honored you've found your way here. Over the years, I’ve worked in both outpatient mental health and substance use treatment settings, as well as crisis prevention and intervention, supporting clients with a wide range of needs — from anxiety, trauma, and mood disorders to life transitions and relationship challenges. For the past four years, I’ve been in private practice, working with kids, teens, adults, and couples. I am independently licensed in MD, DC, VA, and MN and in-network with many insurances.
Clinical Supervision and Private Practice Startup
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC
4 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20006
I provide clinical supervision for interns, residents, and pre-licensed counselors seeking support as they navigate clinical work, documentation, and professional development. My supervision focuses on helping you strengthen clinical skills, develop your professional identity, and cultivate thoughtful self-reflection. I am a board-approved supervisor in Virginia, Maryland, & Washington, DC. I am diligent in reviewing documentation and provide clear, precise feedback related to clinical formulation, ethics, and professional standards. I'll prioritize your personal and professional wellbeing. I help with starting a private practice,
I provide clinical supervision for interns, residents, and pre-licensed counselors seeking support as they navigate clinical work, documentation, and professional development. My supervision focuses on helping you strengthen clinical skills, develop your professional identity, and cultivate thoughtful self-reflection. I am a board-approved supervisor in Virginia, Maryland, & Washington, DC. I am diligent in reviewing documentation and provide clear, precise feedback related to clinical formulation, ethics, and professional standards. I'll prioritize your personal and professional wellbeing. I help with starting a private practice,
Are you navigating the mental load of motherhood while feeling like no one sees the depth of what you’re carrying? You're not alone, and you don’t have to do it alone. I specialize in perinatal mental health and hold a PMH-C certification (Perinatal Mental Health–Certified), which means I have advanced training to support clients through pregnancy, postpartum, and the complex transition into parenthood.
Are you navigating the mental load of motherhood while feeling like no one sees the depth of what you’re carrying? You're not alone, and you don’t have to do it alone. I specialize in perinatal mental health and hold a PMH-C certification (Perinatal Mental Health–Certified), which means I have advanced training to support clients through pregnancy, postpartum, and the complex transition into parenthood.
M&K Counseling Associates Inc
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-DC, LPC-VA, LCPC-MD
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20010
Hello everyone! I’m Carolyn a psychotherapist at M&K Counseling Associates. Here, I’m committed to listening to your unique life story with warmth and curiosity. My approach to talk therapy combines evidence-based techniques with cultural mindfulness, helping you process emotions, build new skills, and navigate life's changes. Together, we’ll create a safe space for adults facing anxiety, relationship challenges, and emotional distress—including those with diverse identities and experiences.
Hello everyone! I’m Carolyn a psychotherapist at M&K Counseling Associates. Here, I’m committed to listening to your unique life story with warmth and curiosity. My approach to talk therapy combines evidence-based techniques with cultural mindfulness, helping you process emotions, build new skills, and navigate life's changes. Together, we’ll create a safe space for adults facing anxiety, relationship challenges, and emotional distress—including those with diverse identities and experiences.
Therapeutic and Behavior Concepts, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW, QMHP-A
Online Only
Gabrelle believes it isn't about being our perfect selves, but more about gaining knowledge and control of our real selves.
Gabrelle believes it isn't about being our perfect selves, but more about gaining knowledge and control of our real selves.
Congratulations! You started the process towards healing! It can definitely be challenging but its totally worth it in the end. We specialize in helping clients achieve their goals, overcome Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, ADHD, ODD, Mood Disorders, Life stressors, Race Related stress, Separation/Divorce, Parenting challenges, Intrusive Thoughts and Self Esteem issues and Grief/Loss to name a few. Text us at 301-825-1982, or visit our website for a prompt response.
Congratulations! You started the process towards healing! It can definitely be challenging but its totally worth it in the end. We specialize in helping clients achieve their goals, overcome Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, ADHD, ODD, Mood Disorders, Life stressors, Race Related stress, Separation/Divorce, Parenting challenges, Intrusive Thoughts and Self Esteem issues and Grief/Loss to name a few. Text us at 301-825-1982, or visit our website for a prompt response.
You might feel stuck in patterns of overthinking, second-guessing, or feeling out of control in certain areas of your life, even when you’re doing everything “right.” You may be used to pushing through or holding yourself to high standards, but are starting to feel overwhelmed, burnt out, or unsure how to move forward. Many of my clients want a more sustainable way to manage emotions, feel steadier, and make changes that last. I also support clients navigating health and body changes, including GLP-1 use, appetite shifts, eating patterns, and body image, while building a more flexible and sustainable relationship with food and self.
You might feel stuck in patterns of overthinking, second-guessing, or feeling out of control in certain areas of your life, even when you’re doing everything “right.” You may be used to pushing through or holding yourself to high standards, but are starting to feel overwhelmed, burnt out, or unsure how to move forward. Many of my clients want a more sustainable way to manage emotions, feel steadier, and make changes that last. I also support clients navigating health and body changes, including GLP-1 use, appetite shifts, eating patterns, and body image, while building a more flexible and sustainable relationship with food and self.
Feeling overwhelmed trying to navigate life? Struggling to stay focused, organized, or in control of your emotions? You’re not alone. I support individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, and life stressors who want to feel more grounded and understood. If you’ve ever felt unheard or stuck, therapy can be a space to process, build practical coping strategies, and create meaningful change. Together, we can work toward greater clarity, balance, and control in your life.
Feeling overwhelmed trying to navigate life? Struggling to stay focused, organized, or in control of your emotions? You’re not alone. I support individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, and life stressors who want to feel more grounded and understood. If you’ve ever felt unheard or stuck, therapy can be a space to process, build practical coping strategies, and create meaningful change. Together, we can work toward greater clarity, balance, and control in your life.
My approach to therapy uses conversation, curiosity, and humor to help clients regain a sense of control of their sensations, thoughts, emotions, and behaviors under stress. I believe that clients have the power to feel safer in their bodies relative to others and their environments by observing their perceptions, reinterpreting them, and accepting what they can and cannot control about them. I also believe that history, culture, and hierarchies of race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, spirituality, class, ability, and neurodiversity have a role in influencing such perceptions and how they can be reinterpreted.
My approach to therapy uses conversation, curiosity, and humor to help clients regain a sense of control of their sensations, thoughts, emotions, and behaviors under stress. I believe that clients have the power to feel safer in their bodies relative to others and their environments by observing their perceptions, reinterpreting them, and accepting what they can and cannot control about them. I also believe that history, culture, and hierarchies of race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, spirituality, class, ability, and neurodiversity have a role in influencing such perceptions and how they can be reinterpreted.
