Play Therapy in Washington, DC
We will tailor therapy to your needs, drawing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Play Therapy, and other approaches.
Do you or your child struggle with anxiety, depression, or ADHD? Do you have difficulty building healthy relationships or experience intrusive thoughts? In therapy, you can build coping skills and get practical help for anxiety, self-esteem, depression, relationships, and more. Difficult experiences in your past or mental health struggles in the present don't have to dictate your future. We will work to equip you with the internal resources that you need to thrive. Reach out to me today to learn more about therapy. You can develop new thinking patterns and behaviors that promote positive coping. I am looking forward to helping!
We will tailor therapy to your needs, drawing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Play Therapy, and other approaches.
Do you or your child struggle with anxiety, depression, or ADHD? Do you have difficulty building healthy relationships or experience intrusive thoughts? In therapy, you can build coping skills and get practical help for anxiety, self-esteem, depression, relationships, and more. Difficult experiences in your past or mental health struggles in the present don't have to dictate your future. We will work to equip you with the internal resources that you need to thrive. Reach out to me today to learn more about therapy. You can develop new thinking patterns and behaviors that promote positive coping. I am looking forward to helping!
Fatmata Musa, LGSW – Trauma, Children & Couples
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LGSW, MSW
Online Only
Support includes structured family therapy to strengthen relationships and communication, as well as play therapy to help children express emotions and build regulation in developmentally appropriate ways.
Are you carrying the weight of past trauma while trying to care for your children or protect your relationship? Do overwhelming emotions, conflict, or instability leave you feeling stuck or unsure where to turn? You deserve support that honors your experiences and your resilience. This space is designed for children, couples, and adults impacted by trauma, stress, and life disruptions. With a trauma-informed and culturally responsive approach, healing can feel safer and more possible. You can begin rebuilding trust, strengthening connection, and creating stability—one meaningful step at a time. Reach out today to begin.
Support includes structured family therapy to strengthen relationships and communication, as well as play therapy to help children express emotions and build regulation in developmentally appropriate ways.
Are you carrying the weight of past trauma while trying to care for your children or protect your relationship? Do overwhelming emotions, conflict, or instability leave you feeling stuck or unsure where to turn? You deserve support that honors your experiences and your resilience. This space is designed for children, couples, and adults impacted by trauma, stress, and life disruptions. With a trauma-informed and culturally responsive approach, healing can feel safer and more possible. You can begin rebuilding trust, strengthening connection, and creating stability—one meaningful step at a time. Reach out today to begin.
I offer individual, couples, and play therapy to adults, children, and parents.
My clinical expertise is in issues related to emotional regulation, trauma, loss, and early life attachment experiences. I have a particular interest in supporting parents of young children. My approach can broadly be described as insight oriented and rooted in attachment, relational, and interpersonal theories as well as self-psychology. My expertise rests on meaningful personal experiences and on continuing rigorous training and teaching.
I offer individual, couples, and play therapy to adults, children, and parents.
My clinical expertise is in issues related to emotional regulation, trauma, loss, and early life attachment experiences. I have a particular interest in supporting parents of young children. My approach can broadly be described as insight oriented and rooted in attachment, relational, and interpersonal theories as well as self-psychology. My expertise rests on meaningful personal experiences and on continuing rigorous training and teaching.
Sammi Rosenfeld
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, DC LPC, MD LCPC, MSEd, CCTP
Washington, DC 20008
Waitlist for new clients
I take an integrative approach to my work; in one session we may talk, play, draw, explore the sand tray, or move.
My employment in both Philadelphia and the DMV have afforded me experience and competence working with a range of socioeconomic, racial, ability/access, gender, and sexuality identities. Cultural competency is hugely important and integral to my work. I am also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and a SPACE and SPACE for Schools trained provider.
I take an integrative approach to my work; in one session we may talk, play, draw, explore the sand tray, or move.
My employment in both Philadelphia and the DMV have afforded me experience and competence working with a range of socioeconomic, racial, ability/access, gender, and sexuality identities. Cultural competency is hugely important and integral to my work. I am also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and a SPACE and SPACE for Schools trained provider.
My ideal client is someone navigating a life transition or emotional weight—such as motherhood changes, relationship shifts, grief, trauma, or feeling overwhelmed by responsibilities. They need a safe, supportive space to be heard, tools to manage their thoughts and emotions, and guidance in rebuilding confidence and balance. Their goal is to heal, gain clarity, and feel more like themselves again because they’re ready for growth, peace, and meaningful change in their lives.
My ideal client is someone navigating a life transition or emotional weight—such as motherhood changes, relationship shifts, grief, trauma, or feeling overwhelmed by responsibilities. They need a safe, supportive space to be heard, tools to manage their thoughts and emotions, and guidance in rebuilding confidence and balance. Their goal is to heal, gain clarity, and feel more like themselves again because they’re ready for growth, peace, and meaningful change in their lives.
Dr. Hannah Sugarman is a licensed psychology associate in Washington, DC. Dr. Sugarman specializes in providing engaging, empathetic, evidence-based treatment and psychoeducational evaluations that address a child’s needs at home and at school. She specializes in treating children and adolescents with emotional disorders and behavioral disorders, as well as youth who have experienced trauma. In addition to her work with Maven Psychology Group, Dr. Sugarman is a practicing school psychologist and has extensive experience understanding how a child’s traumatic experiences may impact their ability to thrive in the school setting.
Dr. Hannah Sugarman is a licensed psychology associate in Washington, DC. Dr. Sugarman specializes in providing engaging, empathetic, evidence-based treatment and psychoeducational evaluations that address a child’s needs at home and at school. She specializes in treating children and adolescents with emotional disorders and behavioral disorders, as well as youth who have experienced trauma. In addition to her work with Maven Psychology Group, Dr. Sugarman is a practicing school psychologist and has extensive experience understanding how a child’s traumatic experiences may impact their ability to thrive in the school setting.
I am an experienced clinical psychologist with a PhD from UNC, a Masters degree in child/human development from Harvard. and past experience in the education field. In 25 years of clinical work, I've collaborated with a wide range of individuals and families in their efforts to make positive changes or adjust to life transitions, losses, and trauma. My services are tailored to the specific needs of clients and involve assessment, joint development of goals and plans, and use of best practice approaches to achieve their goals. I provide individual, couples, and family therapy as well as parent consultation.
I am an experienced clinical psychologist with a PhD from UNC, a Masters degree in child/human development from Harvard. and past experience in the education field. In 25 years of clinical work, I've collaborated with a wide range of individuals and families in their efforts to make positive changes or adjust to life transitions, losses, and trauma. My services are tailored to the specific needs of clients and involve assessment, joint development of goals and plans, and use of best practice approaches to achieve their goals. I provide individual, couples, and family therapy as well as parent consultation.
I work with adults, adolescents and children to create a safe space in which to explore and understand struggles, develop healthy coping skills, and cultivate fulfilling relationships. I bring my understanding of development across the life span, listening skills, and a commitment to help each individual feel understood, supported, and challenged to move toward healing, growth, and the change they desire.
I work with adults, adolescents and children to create a safe space in which to explore and understand struggles, develop healthy coping skills, and cultivate fulfilling relationships. I bring my understanding of development across the life span, listening skills, and a commitment to help each individual feel understood, supported, and challenged to move toward healing, growth, and the change they desire.
At Rocker Health, we believe that mental wellness is a journey that deserves compassion, understanding, and personalized support. Our commitment to breaking the stigma surrounding mental health is at the forefront of everything we do. We understand that each individual's experience with mental health is unique, and we strive to create a welcoming environment where individuals feel safe and empowered to share their stories. Our mission is to provide a rock-solid foundation for our clients, guiding them toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.
At Rocker Health, we believe that mental wellness is a journey that deserves compassion, understanding, and personalized support. Our commitment to breaking the stigma surrounding mental health is at the forefront of everything we do. We understand that each individual's experience with mental health is unique, and we strive to create a welcoming environment where individuals feel safe and empowered to share their stories. Our mission is to provide a rock-solid foundation for our clients, guiding them toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.
I draw from CBT, DBT, play therapy, and mind-body interventions, tailoring sessions to each client’s unique needs and developmental stage.
Hi, I’m Ilana.
I specialize in supporting children, teens, and young adults experiencing anxiety, depression, loss, trauma, and life transitions, including the move to college and beyond. I believe that meaningful change begins within an authentic, trusting relationship. Therapy is not just about techniques or strategies—it is about feeling genuinely seen, understood, and supported. I prioritize building strong, collaborative relationships with my clients, creating a space where curiosity, honesty, and emotional safety can grow.
I draw from CBT, DBT, play therapy, and mind-body interventions, tailoring sessions to each client’s unique needs and developmental stage.
Hi, I’m Ilana.
I specialize in supporting children, teens, and young adults experiencing anxiety, depression, loss, trauma, and life transitions, including the move to college and beyond. I believe that meaningful change begins within an authentic, trusting relationship. Therapy is not just about techniques or strategies—it is about feeling genuinely seen, understood, and supported. I prioritize building strong, collaborative relationships with my clients, creating a space where curiosity, honesty, and emotional safety can grow.
Brenda Edmonds is a Licensed Graduate Social Worker in DC that specializes in Addiction, Adoption, Alcohol Use, Alzheimer’s, Anxiety, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Child & Parenting Needs, Coping Skills, Depression, Domestic Violence & Abuse, Dual Diagnosis, Intellectual & Learning Disabilities, Medication Management, Self-Harming, Stress, Trauma & PTSD, Mental Health, Mood Disorders, and many other areas. Brenda’s 20 years of clinical experience has been widely dedicated to working with children and adults experiencing low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance abuse.
Brenda Edmonds is a Licensed Graduate Social Worker in DC that specializes in Addiction, Adoption, Alcohol Use, Alzheimer’s, Anxiety, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Child & Parenting Needs, Coping Skills, Depression, Domestic Violence & Abuse, Dual Diagnosis, Intellectual & Learning Disabilities, Medication Management, Self-Harming, Stress, Trauma & PTSD, Mental Health, Mood Disorders, and many other areas. Brenda’s 20 years of clinical experience has been widely dedicated to working with children and adults experiencing low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance abuse.
I serve adults, birthing people, adolescents, and children with trauma, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, and race-based stress/trauma. I help clients access their own inner wisdom, and guide them through their healing journey, illuminated by the resilience of the human body and spirit.
I serve adults, birthing people, adolescents, and children with trauma, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, and race-based stress/trauma. I help clients access their own inner wisdom, and guide them through their healing journey, illuminated by the resilience of the human body and spirit.
Are your current ways of coping with anxiety, depression, or soul exhaustion starting to feel misaligned, or even costly?
Do you find yourself prioritizing safety and survival in your career, relationships, or daily life, only to realize there’s little space left for ease, joy, or true rest?
Many of the people I work with are outwardly successful, deeply thoughtful, and quietly overwhelmed. Together, we shift from survival-based coping into a life that feels emotionally regulated, internally peaceful, and aligned with who they are becoming.
Are your current ways of coping with anxiety, depression, or soul exhaustion starting to feel misaligned, or even costly?
Do you find yourself prioritizing safety and survival in your career, relationships, or daily life, only to realize there’s little space left for ease, joy, or true rest?
Many of the people I work with are outwardly successful, deeply thoughtful, and quietly overwhelmed. Together, we shift from survival-based coping into a life that feels emotionally regulated, internally peaceful, and aligned with who they are becoming.
In addition to my work with creative and ambitious adults, I work with young children and adolescents to increase harmony, pleasure and satisfaction in life. I treat people who are underachieving in work or school despite clear talent; overachieving in work or school yet at a high price; people who are highly anxious; people who feel hopeless about change; people who are trying to achieve greatness in sports or career; and people who know they deserve so much more but for whom it feels elusive. Let's strengthen your capacity to hear yourself better so your relationships and creativity can continue to flourish.
In addition to my work with creative and ambitious adults, I work with young children and adolescents to increase harmony, pleasure and satisfaction in life. I treat people who are underachieving in work or school despite clear talent; overachieving in work or school yet at a high price; people who are highly anxious; people who feel hopeless about change; people who are trying to achieve greatness in sports or career; and people who know they deserve so much more but for whom it feels elusive. Let's strengthen your capacity to hear yourself better so your relationships and creativity can continue to flourish.
I am a sliding scale therapist. My approach is rooted in authenticity, compassion, and collaboration. I create a safe, supportive space where you feel seen and heard. Whether you're dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, or life transitions, I’m here to walk alongside you. Together, we’ll explore your experiences, set meaningful goals, and build tools to help you move forward with confidence, clarity, and resilience.
I am a sliding scale therapist. My approach is rooted in authenticity, compassion, and collaboration. I create a safe, supportive space where you feel seen and heard. Whether you're dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, or life transitions, I’m here to walk alongside you. Together, we’ll explore your experiences, set meaningful goals, and build tools to help you move forward with confidence, clarity, and resilience.
From my very first day out of college, running an after-school program, I knew I had found my calling. Helping people was not just something I did, it was what I was meant to do. I have never once considered changing professions.
While I knew far less then than I do now, I committed myself to continuous learning—through study, experience, and most importantly, through the clients who have trusted me with their stories. Over the years, I have come to believe deeply in the power of the human spirit and in my role as a partner who walks alongside clients as they access that strength to heal and grow.
From my very first day out of college, running an after-school program, I knew I had found my calling. Helping people was not just something I did, it was what I was meant to do. I have never once considered changing professions.
While I knew far less then than I do now, I committed myself to continuous learning—through study, experience, and most importantly, through the clients who have trusted me with their stories. Over the years, I have come to believe deeply in the power of the human spirit and in my role as a partner who walks alongside clients as they access that strength to heal and grow.
These experiences have shaped my approach to therapy, blending talk therapy, play therapy, CBT, family systems, and group work.
Hi, I’m Julia Davies, a licensed professional counselor with a passion for helping children, adolescents, and young women navigate life’s challenges. Whether it's coping with self-esteem struggles, adjusting to parents’ divorce, or working toward recovery and sobriety, I offer a compassionate, supportive space where healing and growth can happen.
These experiences have shaped my approach to therapy, blending talk therapy, play therapy, CBT, family systems, and group work.
Hi, I’m Julia Davies, a licensed professional counselor with a passion for helping children, adolescents, and young women navigate life’s challenges. Whether it's coping with self-esteem struggles, adjusting to parents’ divorce, or working toward recovery and sobriety, I offer a compassionate, supportive space where healing and growth can happen.
The philosopher Socrates once said that "the unexamined life is not worth living." As a therapist, I am committed to helping my clients examine their lives to find meaning, happiness, and strength. I work with individuals, couples, and families, striving to build skills to resolve conflicts, increase confidence, and move beyond past hurt and trauma. My clients often say that they appreciate my warmth, empathy, and combination of optimism and realism.
The philosopher Socrates once said that "the unexamined life is not worth living." As a therapist, I am committed to helping my clients examine their lives to find meaning, happiness, and strength. I work with individuals, couples, and families, striving to build skills to resolve conflicts, increase confidence, and move beyond past hurt and trauma. My clients often say that they appreciate my warmth, empathy, and combination of optimism and realism.
Ta'wane (Ty) Watkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW, LCSW-C
4 Endorsed
Online Only
In life, seeking help should be celebrated and not become another obstacle to cross. During your interactions with Jaxcyn Therapy Group, you will discover we customize the therapeutic experience to fit your unique needs and interests. We take a practical approach to use your strengths paired with out of the box solutions to create dynamic change.
In life, seeking help should be celebrated and not become another obstacle to cross. During your interactions with Jaxcyn Therapy Group, you will discover we customize the therapeutic experience to fit your unique needs and interests. We take a practical approach to use your strengths paired with out of the box solutions to create dynamic change.
I believe all people are capable of change, growth, and healing, especially when they are seen and understood for who they are. Many of my clients feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from themselves as they navigate anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, neurodivergence, relationship challenges, or questions of identity. I offer a warm, empathetic, and nonjudgmental space for clients to build self-awareness, explore patterns, and develop practical tools. Together, we work toward greater resilience, clearer communication, and a more authentic, connected life.
I believe all people are capable of change, growth, and healing, especially when they are seen and understood for who they are. Many of my clients feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from themselves as they navigate anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, neurodivergence, relationship challenges, or questions of identity. I offer a warm, empathetic, and nonjudgmental space for clients to build self-awareness, explore patterns, and develop practical tools. Together, we work toward greater resilience, clearer communication, and a more authentic, connected life.
