Therapists in Washington, DC

We all have anxieties. We have defenses against hurt that we build up over time, that become solidified into unproductive patterns of behavior and prevent us from living our best lives. We all, from time to time, lose connection with ourselves and those around us, as we try and do the million things that daily life demands of us. It’s okay. You’re not alone.

I work with adolescents , adults, couples and families. I enjoy working with clients from different cultures and backgrounds, and have supported many families who have experienced adoption. I consider myself an ally to the LGBTQI community and can help you through different challenges related to your sexual or gender identity, coming out, and transitioning.

Sometimes we feel stuck in our relationships--disconnected, lackluster, and even angry. We feel lost in trying to find our way back to a relationship that is peaceful and full of delight. Through a collaborative process, I can help guide you on the path to reconnection.

I earned a Master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling with a specialty in Marriage and Family at Maryville University in St. Louis, MO. I am licensed in both Washington, DC and Maryland. For more than 18 years, I have held various positions in the Social Service industry including managing a private practice, case manager, individual and group counselor, supervisor, trainer and clinic director. My education and professional experience gives me a unique and effective Solution Focused and Strength Based approach to counseling. I work to provide clients with tailored treatment plans that can be integrated into their daily lives.

Therapy can benefit you wherever you are in life, whether it's in the midst of a crisis, if you're feeling distant from a partner or your parents, or if you simply want to know yourself better. Providing therapy is a sacred calling for me, and I am honored to empower either individuals, couples, families, or groups to reach goals or explore the unknown. I use a systemic approach to help clients in the context of environments and identities. Together, we can grow and become the authors of our own stories. By accepting who we are and our imperfections, we increase our ability to love ourselves and connect more deeply with others.

Is your relationship on the brink of a break-up? We help couples improve their communication, their sex life, or figuring out how to separate amicably. We are LGBTQ+ affirming, sex positive, kink-friendly and nurturing to all clients. We also help couples navigating open relationships (ENM), polyamory, and non-traditional relationship arrangements. If your partner is not ready for therapy, we provide individual therapy to help navigate relationship situations. India has a long history of treating PTSD / trauma and first responders both individual or couples.

I am licensed to see clients in Maryland, Virginia, & DC both in person or over telehealth. My clients describe me as warm, friendly, down to earth, and kind. I believe in forming a caring, secure, and trusting relationship with all my clients as the basis for our work together. In my humanness, I like to help clients see that they are not alone and they will be accepted and not judged by me. I consider my clients as the experts on their lives and my job is to support them in achieving their goals and caring for them during this process. I offer guidance, understanding, & wisdom based on experience and knowledge. I truly care.

Life can be challenging. Perhaps you are feeling stuck in your marital or relational issues. Maybe, you are feeling hopeless after the loss of a loved one or job. When you need help and direction most, therapy can guide you through challenges. I believe that anyone can excel with sufficient guidance and support. My areas of concentration are couples’ issues, family conflicts, life transitions, self-esteem, trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, emotional healing, spiritual issues, and more. Also, I use EMDR to help you with trauma and childhood experiences.

Are you a professional who "has it all together" but feels like they are "faking it"? Do you feel like in spite of your education and career achievements you stumble in your personal relationships? Do you want to move ahead in life but feel like you can't? CONFIDENCE. COMPETENCE. HOPE. These are the three essential elements to a mentally and physically healthy, fulfilling existence. Which one are you missing? Let me help you identify and break down the barriers that are blocking your personal and professional success.

Hello, I'm Nicole Grocki, founder and owner of the private practice, Maternal Wellness Services. I provide therapy for women who are prenatal, postpartum and beyond. Many clients have experienced challenges during their reproductive journey, feel anxious, depressed, overwhelmed and some have experienced pregnancy loss and/or birth trauma. I have a deep compassion for women during this challenging time of life. I also see women dealing with identity changes, work stress, and relationship challenges. I approach clients with warmth and safety as they begin to unpack their story.

As an experienced Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), in Newport Beach, CA with over 10+ years of diverse background in outpatient, crisis counseling, and Therapeutic-Day Treatment, I am passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life's challenges and create meaningful change. My passion is to work with young adult women in various stages of life facing Life transition issues, anxiety, depression, chronic pain, grief, school & work burnout, and conflicts within relationships.

Is your life or relationship not looking the way you hoped it would? Chances are a series of events occurred, making it feel difficult to find your way forward. It probably feels like you’re swimming upstream, but the current is too strong, and you can’t catch your breath. You have reached a point where you realized something needs to change because navigating these challenges alone has been too difficult, especially when also experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, conflict, or dissatisfaction in your life.

Finding someone who can help you independently manage life's challenges is an essential part of a good therapeutic partnership. My goal is to help you develop the insight necessary to truly understand yourself, your relationships and your life journey so you can deal with everyday setbacks or major life transitions. I will help guide you toward a path of resilience so you can move through difficult times while growing in positive ways.

Not taking new clients at this time. Making the decision to seek therapy is a strength-based step toward creating the life you want. Sometimes we hold on to old patterns that might have helped us in the past, but those patterns no longer serve us. If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed or want to learn new coping skills, our work together can identify thoughts that just aren't helpful and we'll work towards finding healthier thought patterns. Then we'll work on building resources that will help you maintain positive changes.

Finding a therapist who is a great match for you is essential to counseling, to helping you move forward with your life and relationships. Whether online or In my calm and comfortable office in Virginia, I help individuals learn tools to repair their relationships and counsel adults for depression, anxiety and grief. I provide a warm, non-judgmental setting to help you grow. We will work together as a team as I teach you how to use tools enhance your relationships; enrich your sense of self; cope and heal from loss; and manage symptoms of depression and anxiety. All sessions are for individual counseling, not for couples.