Life Coaching Therapists in Washington, DC
Therapeutic Links - Florian Portis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Online Only
If you are experiencing depression, anxiety, grief & loss, difficulty adjusting to a life transition, or relationship issues, you will benefit from my psycho-educational and solution-focused approach to therapy.
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and multiple techniques to help individuals identify and address negative assumptions, core beliefs and unhelpful thinking patterns. As a result, my clients have a better understanding of themselves and learn the specific skills that lead to healthy behavior change.
If you are experiencing depression, anxiety, grief & loss, difficulty adjusting to a life transition, or relationship issues, you will benefit from my psycho-educational and solution-focused approach to therapy.
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and multiple techniques to help individuals identify and address negative assumptions, core beliefs and unhelpful thinking patterns. As a result, my clients have a better understanding of themselves and learn the specific skills that lead to healthy behavior change.
Sometimes life throws you a curve ball and you don't know how to react.
Seeking help takes courage. The rewards can be life-changing. My goal is to create a safe place for you to confront and overcome the difficulties in your life. I work with a variety of problems and clients with specialties in relationship problems, life transitions, mood disorders and gay/lesbian clients.
Sometimes life throws you a curve ball and you don't know how to react.
Seeking help takes courage. The rewards can be life-changing. My goal is to create a safe place for you to confront and overcome the difficulties in your life. I work with a variety of problems and clients with specialties in relationship problems, life transitions, mood disorders and gay/lesbian clients.
With over 20 years experience, I offer a safe environment in which to explore options for improving functioning and moving towards fulfillment of one's values and life goals.
Relationship issues
With over 20 years experience, I offer a safe environment in which to explore options for improving functioning and moving towards fulfillment of one's values and life goals.
Relationship issues
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a passion for helping individuals and families navigate life’s challenges.
CBT allows me in helping clients identify unhelpful thought patterns and replace them with healthier, more constructive ways of thinking. In our first few sessions, we will focus on building rapport and understanding your current, past, and future circumstances to create a plan for growth and healing.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a passion for helping individuals and families navigate life’s challenges.
CBT allows me in helping clients identify unhelpful thought patterns and replace them with healthier, more constructive ways of thinking. In our first few sessions, we will focus on building rapport and understanding your current, past, and future circumstances to create a plan for growth and healing.
Therapeutic Links Behavioral Health Services LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LGSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20036
Life doesn’t come with a manual, and sometimes, transitions, trauma, or everyday stress leave you feeling stuck, anxious, or overwhelmed.
Therapy should feel like a safe, empowering space where you feel heard, valued, and supported. I take a collaborative, strengths-based approach tailored to your unique needs. Using DBT and trauma-informed techniques, I help clients manage stress, regulate emotions, and navigate challenges with clarity and confidence.
Life doesn’t come with a manual, and sometimes, transitions, trauma, or everyday stress leave you feeling stuck, anxious, or overwhelmed.
Therapy should feel like a safe, empowering space where you feel heard, valued, and supported. I take a collaborative, strengths-based approach tailored to your unique needs. Using DBT and trauma-informed techniques, I help clients manage stress, regulate emotions, and navigate challenges with clarity and confidence.
It is my firm belief that our wounds can become our gifts and that there is a an amazing life ready to happen for us once we understand, befriend, and rise above our trauma.
My foundational training is in psychodynamic psychotherapy, where I explore your unconscious motivations, and I have expanded my practice and integrate interpersonal, mindfulness, attachment theory, and spiritual exploration. I am an interactive clinician and I see us sketching your story together.
It is my firm belief that our wounds can become our gifts and that there is a an amazing life ready to happen for us once we understand, befriend, and rise above our trauma.
My foundational training is in psychodynamic psychotherapy, where I explore your unconscious motivations, and I have expanded my practice and integrate interpersonal, mindfulness, attachment theory, and spiritual exploration. I am an interactive clinician and I see us sketching your story together.
If you have experienced generational trauma, grief and loss, career challenges, work life balance challenges, and self-esteem issues, you need a therapist who is committed to supporting you in changing the narrative of your life.
I love to support clients who are experiencing : Stress, Anxiety Trauma &abuse, Grief, Career difficulties, Compassion fatigue, Relationship issues , Family conflicts , Parenting issues , Self esteem , Depression , Coping with life changes, Coaching , Blended Family Issues , Caregiver Issues, Guilt and Shame , Life Purpose , Self-Love , Women's Issues
If you have experienced generational trauma, grief and loss, career challenges, work life balance challenges, and self-esteem issues, you need a therapist who is committed to supporting you in changing the narrative of your life.
I love to support clients who are experiencing : Stress, Anxiety Trauma &abuse, Grief, Career difficulties, Compassion fatigue, Relationship issues , Family conflicts , Parenting issues , Self esteem , Depression , Coping with life changes, Coaching , Blended Family Issues , Caregiver Issues, Guilt and Shame , Life Purpose , Self-Love , Women's Issues
Are you ready to heal, overcome mental health barriers, and make meaningful changes in your life?
I specialize in working with adults in their 20s-40s overcome fears, mental barriers, and issues that are holding them back from reaching their true potential. As a millennial myself and in working with other millennials, I understand the struggle and how to overcome it.
Are you ready to heal, overcome mental health barriers, and make meaningful changes in your life?
I specialize in working with adults in their 20s-40s overcome fears, mental barriers, and issues that are holding them back from reaching their true potential. As a millennial myself and in working with other millennials, I understand the struggle and how to overcome it.
My specialties include: trauma, relationships, anger & stress management, anxiety and depression, life coaching, and military- life challenges.
My initial goal in working with any client is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where my client's feel seen and heard. My hope is that in creating that safe space, my client's will become more self-aware and willing to take the necessary steps to become the healthiest versions of themselves.
My specialties include: trauma, relationships, anger & stress management, anxiety and depression, life coaching, and military- life challenges.
My initial goal in working with any client is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where my client's feel seen and heard. My hope is that in creating that safe space, my client's will become more self-aware and willing to take the necessary steps to become the healthiest versions of themselves.
Our work together is designed to enable you to discover the teacher within, to connect with your wisest self and help guide you in all parts of your life.
I encourage self-care, aiding in the design of your personalized health program, including mindful practices and a host of healing & expressive arts, including nature-based therapy. As we work together, on this journey of discovery you will find answers within, acquiring new tools to create coping mechanisms for life's transitions.
Our work together is designed to enable you to discover the teacher within, to connect with your wisest self and help guide you in all parts of your life.
I encourage self-care, aiding in the design of your personalized health program, including mindful practices and a host of healing & expressive arts, including nature-based therapy. As we work together, on this journey of discovery you will find answers within, acquiring new tools to create coping mechanisms for life's transitions.
Jodi Gilbert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, CHC
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20007
Developed over years of experience in both private practice and non-profit institutions, I employ an eclectic mix of approaches including humanistic, cognitive behavioral and coaching.
Choosing the right therapist is essential. Not only are training and educational experience important to consider, but so too are the clinician's personal qualities. Therapy works best when people feel safe, cared for, and understood.
Developed over years of experience in both private practice and non-profit institutions, I employ an eclectic mix of approaches including humanistic, cognitive behavioral and coaching.
Choosing the right therapist is essential. Not only are training and educational experience important to consider, but so too are the clinician's personal qualities. Therapy works best when people feel safe, cared for, and understood.
Meet Our Life Coaching Therapists
Lotus Life, Career & Wellness Coaching Therapy
Pre-Licensed Professional, CLC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20008
I have 35 years as a college educated professional in coaching, mentoring, motivating individuals, corporate professionals, aspiring artists, persons undergoing significant life changes, various challenges, assorted obstacles, and difficult transitions (ie. like losing a loved one, changing careers, etc).
We all need a little help sometimes, especially when it comes to journeys of self-discovery. Whether your goal is to be more confident or to find fulfillment in a passion project, it can be pretty tough to figure out how to get from point A (identifying a goal) to point B (actually going after and achieving that goal). That’s where a life coach comes in.
I have 35 years as a college educated professional in coaching, mentoring, motivating individuals, corporate professionals, aspiring artists, persons undergoing significant life changes, various challenges, assorted obstacles, and difficult transitions (ie. like losing a loved one, changing careers, etc).
We all need a little help sometimes, especially when it comes to journeys of self-discovery. Whether your goal is to be more confident or to find fulfillment in a passion project, it can be pretty tough to figure out how to get from point A (identifying a goal) to point B (actually going after and achieving that goal). That’s where a life coach comes in.
Whether it’s an addiction or just a bad habit for you, my method is clear, practical, and built for real life.
If you’re silently struggling with porn addiction, you already know the emotional toll: shame, secrecy, and the frustration of breaking promises to yourself. Whether it’s Pornhub, OnlyFans, cam sites, or endless scrolling, your partner may feel hurt and disconnected. You’re likely overwhelmed by guilt and stuck in patterns you swore you’d quit. Even if you’re not in a relationship, porn may still be affecting your confidence, focus, or ability to connect. It doesn’t have to stay this way. I help men who feel stuck in this cycle break free from compulsive porn use and rebuild intimacy without shame or judgment.
Whether it’s an addiction or just a bad habit for you, my method is clear, practical, and built for real life.
If you’re silently struggling with porn addiction, you already know the emotional toll: shame, secrecy, and the frustration of breaking promises to yourself. Whether it’s Pornhub, OnlyFans, cam sites, or endless scrolling, your partner may feel hurt and disconnected. You’re likely overwhelmed by guilt and stuck in patterns you swore you’d quit. Even if you’re not in a relationship, porn may still be affecting your confidence, focus, or ability to connect. It doesn’t have to stay this way. I help men who feel stuck in this cycle break free from compulsive porn use and rebuild intimacy without shame or judgment.
Capitol Hill Counseling and Resource Center
Pastoral Counselor, DMin, MDiv
Verified Verified
Online Only
Do you seek healing and motivational support as you are facing the challenges of life?
I am a compassionate and experienced pastoral counselor and motivational therapist with over 30 years of dedicated service. As your guide on the path to healing, I deeply value the trust placed in me by individuals seeking support, motivation and healing. Drawing from my extensive expertise, I am committed to empowering you to navigate life's obstacles.
Do you seek healing and motivational support as you are facing the challenges of life?
I am a compassionate and experienced pastoral counselor and motivational therapist with over 30 years of dedicated service. As your guide on the path to healing, I deeply value the trust placed in me by individuals seeking support, motivation and healing. Drawing from my extensive expertise, I am committed to empowering you to navigate life's obstacles.
It is my firm belief that our wounds can become our gifts and that there is a an amazing life ready to happen for us once we understand, befriend, and rise above our trauma.
My foundational training is in psychodynamic psychotherapy, where I explore your unconscious motivations, and I have expanded my practice and integrate interpersonal, mindfulness, attachment theory, and spiritual exploration. I am an interactive clinician and I see us sketching your story together.
It is my firm belief that our wounds can become our gifts and that there is a an amazing life ready to happen for us once we understand, befriend, and rise above our trauma.
My foundational training is in psychodynamic psychotherapy, where I explore your unconscious motivations, and I have expanded my practice and integrate interpersonal, mindfulness, attachment theory, and spiritual exploration. I am an interactive clinician and I see us sketching your story together.
Have you ever experienced a moment when you felt truly inspired by life?
Perhaps you are thriving in some areas but feel that something is missing? My approach is to help you clarify your core strengths, values, and beliefs, then develop an actionable plan for thriving. We will work together to create then implement that plan to facilitate your most deeply fulfilling life.
Have you ever experienced a moment when you felt truly inspired by life?
Perhaps you are thriving in some areas but feel that something is missing? My approach is to help you clarify your core strengths, values, and beliefs, then develop an actionable plan for thriving. We will work together to create then implement that plan to facilitate your most deeply fulfilling life.
Hello, I am a Harvard trained practitioner and Board Certified Coach with > 30 years experience helping people find success and satisfaction in work and life.
From me you may expect neutrality consistent with my perspective that you are the best person to be in charge of your life. And, you may expect some warmth and humor, as 'I am I' wherever I may go too. I would look forward to working with you.
Hello, I am a Harvard trained practitioner and Board Certified Coach with > 30 years experience helping people find success and satisfaction in work and life.
From me you may expect neutrality consistent with my perspective that you are the best person to be in charge of your life. And, you may expect some warmth and humor, as 'I am I' wherever I may go too. I would look forward to working with you.
It is my firm belief that our wounds can become our gifts and that there is a an amazing life ready to happen for us once we understand, befriend, and rise above our trauma.
My foundational training is in psychodynamic psychotherapy, where I explore your unconscious motivations, and I have expanded my practice and integrate interpersonal, mindfulness, attachment theory, and spiritual exploration. I am an interactive clinician and I see us sketching your story together.
It is my firm belief that our wounds can become our gifts and that there is a an amazing life ready to happen for us once we understand, befriend, and rise above our trauma.
My foundational training is in psychodynamic psychotherapy, where I explore your unconscious motivations, and I have expanded my practice and integrate interpersonal, mindfulness, attachment theory, and spiritual exploration. I am an interactive clinician and I see us sketching your story together.
D'Angelo Taylor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Stress can come from many different avenues of life (career, family, relationships, society, and culture, etc) and can bring about depressions, anxiety, anger, isolation, and low-self esteem.
I specialize in helping clients gain more self-confidence, a stronger sense of identity, and the ability to build healthy interpersonal relationships and to trust his or her own decisions.
Stress can come from many different avenues of life (career, family, relationships, society, and culture, etc) and can bring about depressions, anxiety, anger, isolation, and low-self esteem.
I specialize in helping clients gain more self-confidence, a stronger sense of identity, and the ability to build healthy interpersonal relationships and to trust his or her own decisions.
It gives meaning to life.
Over the past 20 years I have supported diverse populations of people facing various mind, body and spiritual issues to overcome them and focus more on realizing their highest potential. I’ve come to understand that the most effective approach to health and well-being is holistic and integrative. Seeing you in wholeness will be our guide to your wellness.
It gives meaning to life.
Over the past 20 years I have supported diverse populations of people facing various mind, body and spiritual issues to overcome them and focus more on realizing their highest potential. I’ve come to understand that the most effective approach to health and well-being is holistic and integrative. Seeing you in wholeness will be our guide to your wellness.
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Life Coaching Therapists
What can I expect from life coaching?
Clients and coaches will typically start by identifying the problem area(s) that the client hopes to address—then, the coach will help the client brainstorm potential solutions and explore concrete techniques to help the client attain their goals. Coaching is typically short-term and focused on finding solutions in the here and now, rather than exploring a client’s past. In addition to strategies aimed at the client’s specific concerns, coaches may encourage general stress management techniques such as meditation.
Can a life coach help treat anxiety?
Because the majority of life coaches are not licensed clinicians, they are not qualified to diagnose or treat anxiety. Anyone struggling with anxiety or another mental health condition should seek help from a licensed mental health practitioner. However, some coaching clients who struggle with subclinical anxiety report that working with their coach on other problems—such as career dissatisfaction or unhealthy habits—has a positive effect on their anxiety.
Can life coaching be done online?
Yes. While life coaching often happens in person, many coaches conduct sessions over the phone or via online platforms such as Zoom or Skype. Because life coaches are not subject to local licensing regulations in the same way that therapists are, they are able to see clients who live in other locations.
How long does life coaching last?
Life coaching tends to be a shorter-term process than therapy, though it does not always unfold over a specific period of time and is instead based on the coach’s or the client’s preferences. Coaching often takes place over three to 12 months but may be shorter or longer if necessary.