Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Washington, DC
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Josh Greene
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
I draw from various theoretical models such as Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and
Mindfulness
.
I understand that reaching out for therapy is often a challenge and that it may be difficult to choose a therapist with whom you feel comfortable. I have been providing therapy for 23 years and have built a practice predicated upon expertise, trust, collaboration, and confidentiality. I specialize in providing support and successful techniques to help you manage stressors and symptoms associated with depression, anxiety, behavioral problems, relationship stress, and addiction. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and couples, and I am comfortable providing therapy in your home, if you are unable to come to the office.
Enid L McKitrick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified
My training in object relations therapy informs all of my work, but I draw on techniques such as EFT and
mindfulness
practice, among others, as needed.
Since 1991 I have been helping clients resolve the conflicts that have been preventing them from achieving their potential. I help women navigate the ups and downs of infertility treatments and identify the best ways to achieve their dreams of motherhood. Using my background in Employee Assistance work, I help clients gain perspective on workplace conflicts, resolve performance issues, and clarify professional goals. I help clients looking for love to identify their barriers to intimacy, examine expectations, and give relationships a chance at success. I have a special interest in holistic treatments.
Marie Land
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
My approach to therapy is integrative although I frequently use
mindfulness
, cognitive-behavioral, and humanistic approaches.
I earned my Ph.D from Penn State and M.A. from Boston College. In addition to my clinical training I have an extensive research background in "over-thinking", relationships, anxiety, depression, and eating disorders. My approach to therapy is strength-based and results oriented. I adapt the work I do in psychotherapy to each individual client as I've found that each person benefits from an individualized treatment plan and a psychologist who is knowledgeable and experienced in a range of effective treatments. Sessions will be held virtually until further notice.
Gwyneth Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified
In therapy, I am interested in helping clients develop skills to 1)accept difficult thoughts/feelings, while reducing their negative impact 2)effectively approach these thoughts/feelings using
mindfulness
, self-compassion and psychological flexibility 3)explore personal values and engage in committed action toward creating a meaningful, vibrant life.
I am committed to providing effective, empirically tested, affordable treatment. My approach is honest, collaborative, interactive, and nonjudgmental. Often in life we buy into stories about ourselves that seem to protect us but ultimately prevent us from moving toward the things we value. We get caught up in judging whether a behavior is good or bad, rather than asking if it is effective in creating the life that we envision.
Charles Harney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LGSW
Verified
Do you feel stuck in life, unable to move forward, to grow? Life can feel out of control leading to feelings of anxiety, depression, anger, frustration, loneliness, isolation and boredom. These feelings can lead to unhealthy coping skills and acting out with drugs, alcohol, sex, food, spending, gambling, etc. I focus on helping my clients regain control and develop healthy coping skills. My practice combines cognitive behavioral therapy with motivational interviewing and
mindfulness
to help find solutions in the here and now.
Melanie Becker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
Techniques that are used include slowing things down (
mindfulness
) and exploring our relational patterns that express themselves in our thoughts and feelings (cognitive behavioral therapy).
So many of us have trouble making decisions or deepening relationships, because we learned to connect with others needs above our own. While this was highly adaptive, and even necessary in the past, it can lead to a sense of disconnection and restlessness. Relationally this may manifest as disappointment or unexpressed conflict, due to an engrained pattern of avoidance. In this state, it is difficult to know what actions to take towards change. Reaching out for help, though imperative, can be just as challenging as continuing in the pain. This is what causes most of my clients to reach out.
Andrea Yudell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified
In addition to psychodynamically oriented talk therapy, I integrate
mindfulness
, trauma informed approaches, somatic imagery, and EMDR, all depending on your individual needs.
There are times that you might feel stuck in patterns that make life feel unsatisfying and empty. Maybe you feel depressed, anxious or in chronic pain. You may be negotiating a relationship or trying to adjust to a new job. Psychotherapy allows you the space to understand how your past and present intersect and what gets in the way of living life to your fullest while also helping you to tap into your inner resources. My approach is collaborative, thus giving you the space to reflect carefully. I work with you to develop better coping skills and help you to understand & manage complex feelings of anxiety or sadness.
Brooke Hamilton
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
The skill sets I typically use are CBT, executive skills training,
mindfulness
-based skills, inner child healing work, and an approach to anxiety based on poly-vagal theory (understanding how to navigate the nervous system).
My ideal client is someone who is really ready to do some at times difficult, yet transformative work. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, ADHD and the common co-occurance of these disorders - although I tend to treat symptoms more than I focus on diagnosis. I use the most up-to-date and most-effective scientific methods for treatment. However, I am by no means a dry and robotic person as this last sentence might suggest! In addition to skill-building, I further help my clients dig deep and learn more about themselves through investigative conversations with the hope of minimizing or even eliminating symptoms.
Megan K Doherty
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LICSW
Verified
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.
Geri M. Ferber
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Using IFS, Sensorimotor,
mindfulness
, psychodynamic and other modalities, I am available to work with people of any age around most concerns.
Having witnessed and participated in twenty years of clients' progress, I have great confidence in this powerful process. We all want to feel optimistic and enjoy our lives, with minimal stress, doubts, anxiety, depression, and confusion. Most of us have strong and centered parts that were buried or muted as a result of trauma, loss or other painful experiences. Learning to empower these healthy parts helps us manage inevitable difficult thoughts and feelings more calmly and effectively and to enjoy healthy relationships. Depending on individual situations, short term therapy or Skype sessions may be possible.
Moksha Living
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LGPC, LGSW
Verified
Moksha Living, LLC. is a Minority Woman & Black/POC owned Holistic Psychotherapy and Coaching practice in Washington D.C. Moksha ( मोक्ष) is a Sanskrit word that can be simply defined as: “Liberation from that which holds you back”. Moksha Living is a holistic approach to mental wellness that combines life coaching and psychotherapy with holistic services such as:
mindfulness
and yoga towards enhancing wellness and fulfillment in all areas of life functioning.
Stephen Holland
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
All of our therapists have advanced training in CBT, including
mindfulness
and acceptance based approaches.
I am Founder and Director of the Capital Institute for Cognitive Therapy. Since 2003, the Institute has been a leading provider of research-proven treatments and compassionate care. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) has been shown to be effective for a number of problems, including: depression, bipolar disorder, generalized anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), hoarding, panic, phobias, social anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), eating disorders, insomnia, chronic pain, personality disorders, and relationship problems. Studies find most patients in CBT have significant reduction in symptoms and distress.
Sarah Levy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, RYT
Verified
I utilize a psychodynamic, relational approach that includes body-centered therapeutic modalities such as Somatic Experiencing,
mindfulness
, and trauma-sensitive yoga.
I believe that given the right context, all people have the capacity to grow, heal and change. It can be overwhelming when painful experiences, emotions and sensations disrupt our ability to be in the flow of life. I offer a warm, compassionate and authentic space where we'll connect with your strengths and resources so that we can meet with whatever is feeling challenging and create meaningful long term change.
Aaliyah J Muhammad
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, TCYM, EMDR
Verified
My holistic approach includes narrative work,
mindfulness
, breath work, parts work, intuitive movement, aromatherapy, Reiki, & EMDR, CBT, to help clients release trauma from their bodies, get to know their many different parts, reframe their stories, reconnect to themselves/emotions & help clients experience, repair, and strengthen their connection to Self.
Not Accepting New Clients -- With over 10 years of experience working with at risk youth, substance users, trauma survivors, the LGBTQ community, families in conflict, those with interpersonal relationships struggles, work-life balance challenges, grief, depression, and anxiety. Most of the clients I work with seek relief from stress, confusion, feelings associated with grief/loss, low self-esteem, hopelessness, struggles related to change/adjustment, and feelings of stagnation.
Ellen Connell
Psychologist, PsyD
I enjoy using
mindfulness
and self-compassion, as well as insight oriented exploration to help you better navigate your life and relationships.
You are seeking therapy because it is time to make a change. Maybe you know exactly what you want to change, and maybe you're still figuring that out, but something about your current experience needs to shift before you can move toward the life you want. As an integrative psychologist, I love helping individuals and couples uncover what is most important to them, as well as what is getting in the way, so that they can begin to live with a greater sense of purpose, connection, and well-being. I would love to help you do the same.
Rachel B Hoffman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW, SEP, TST, AA
Verified
In my
Mindfulness
Practice I want to meet you where you are at.
What really matters to you? Have you "checked out" in life only able to operate the day to day routine? Wonder what feeling awake is like? Let's explore what's challenging you, causing you depression/anxiety, and feelings of disconnection from self and others together. In my relational approach I offer you a safe and deeply attuned environment to share your story, struggle with unwanted feelings/emotions as they arise, deepen your self-awareness and curiosity -To Awaken.
Pamela Coin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
Verified
Are you having some challenges with processing feelings and thoughts? I can help with self-esteem; relationships patterns and emotional regulation. I have extensive experience in providing individual therapy to identify behavior patterns of the past and present, so to initiate change for the future. I assist clients in understanding underlying feelings and thoughts that may motivate undesirable behavior. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy; Psychodymanic insight and
Mindfulness
to teach you ways to change unhealthy automatic thought process. I have been a therapist for over 20 years and have worked within the fluidity of gender; cultural and racial identity.
Ean Lischin-Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified
I have over fifteen years of psychotherapy experience working with individuals, couples and families utilizing a combination of DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy), MBCT (
Mindfulness
-Based Cognitive Therapy), CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), Psychodynamic and Relational techniques among other modalities.
My approach to therapy is compassionate, collaborative, holistic and individualized, meeting you where you are. I am passionate about the process of therapy and will help you to develop insight, identify and reach your goals and enhance wellness. I specialize in treating couples and individuals coping with mental health and relationship concerns. My aim is to engage in collaboration to illuminate, foster insight and clarify what is within as well as the path ahead.
Mind Over Mood Healing
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, EdD, LCSW, LICSW
Verified
My other specialty areas include, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Depression, Anxiety, Parenting, Interpersonal Relationships, Coping Skills,
Mindfulness
, and Self-Care.
I have a passion for helping people process their internal feelings, free themselves from what’s holding them back, and discover how to make themselves a priority. I work hard to provide a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment that fosters positive healing. Also, at this time I provide TELEHEALTH ONLY for residents of District of Columbia and Florida. In DC, I accept BlueCross Blue Shield and CareFirst insurance. In FL, I accept Oscar Health, Oxford, Aetna, and United Healthcare insurance.
Michael A Kaufman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
I provide short-term psychodynamic therapy that combines
mindfulness
, relaxation and deep breathing, body sensory awareness and insight within a safe nonjudgmental space.
I work with a wide range of clients from a variety of cultural backgrounds in person and remotely. Clients learn to reduce stress and work with their feelings in ways that lead to personal growth and development of effective interpersonal skills. Feelings that cause stress, anxiety, depression, excessive self-criticism, perfectionism and emotional flooding are processed so that these problem feelings can lead to growth, greater empathy for self and others as well as greater kindness towards others in their life. Additionally, clients who employ detachment as a means of self-protection develop emotional awareness and intelligence.
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Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists
For clients in Washington with chronic pain, hypertension, heart disease, cancer, and other health issues such as anxiety and depression, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, or MBCT, is a two-part therapy that aims to reduce stress, manage pain, and embrace the freedom to respond to situations by choice. MCBT blends two disciplines--cognitive therapy and mindfulness. Mindfulness helps by reflecting on moments and thoughts without passing judgment. MBCT clients pay close attention to their feelings to reach an objective mindset, thus viewing and combating life's unpleasant occurrences.
Mindfulness Based therapists in Washington can help with issues like anxiety and depression in their role as Washington MBCT therapists.
Mindfulness Based therapists in Washington can help with issues like anxiety and depression in their role as Washington MBCT therapists.