Secular and Non-Religious Therapists in Washington, DC
Welcome! I'm so glad you're here. We've all been through dark, soul crushing times and we have survived. Pause for a moment. Turn inward. Offer a quiet "thank you" to yourself and all the parts that have carried you here. That moment of gratitude marks the beginning of your healing journey. Breath with that.
Therapy is not just about learning tools and coping skills, and it’s not just about debriefing from stressful moments. It’s about an inner evolution—one where your life will no longer be shaped by deficit, imbalance, and trauma. Instead it will be rooted in growth, resilience, and the emergence of your authentic
Welcome! I'm so glad you're here. We've all been through dark, soul crushing times and we have survived. Pause for a moment. Turn inward. Offer a quiet "thank you" to yourself and all the parts that have carried you here. That moment of gratitude marks the beginning of your healing journey. Breath with that.
Therapy is not just about learning tools and coping skills, and it’s not just about debriefing from stressful moments. It’s about an inner evolution—one where your life will no longer be shaped by deficit, imbalance, and trauma. Instead it will be rooted in growth, resilience, and the emergence of your authentic
High-pressure living calls for clarity, steadiness, and genuine balance. Through Psychological Wellness and Performance Coaching, I help you manage stress, strengthen emotional well-being, and make healthy, long-lasting value-based decisions. Using practical, science-based strategies, we build the calm, confidence, and focus that allow you to perform at a high level while feeling grounded and at ease in your own life.
High-pressure living calls for clarity, steadiness, and genuine balance. Through Psychological Wellness and Performance Coaching, I help you manage stress, strengthen emotional well-being, and make healthy, long-lasting value-based decisions. Using practical, science-based strategies, we build the calm, confidence, and focus that allow you to perform at a high level while feeling grounded and at ease in your own life.
I work with young adults looking to understand and manage thoughts, behaviors, moods and relationships that affects motivation, self-esteem, identity, pleasure, sleep, relationships and daily functioning. By identifying, understanding and addressing negative emotional states, triggers and adverse experiences, thought and behavior patterns we eliminate and replace unproductive habits with more adaptive patterns to increase overall well-being. I use open and closed questions, mindfulness, reframing, encourage elaboration, challenging questions and affirmative statements to help deepen insight and identify and implement new strategies.
I work with young adults looking to understand and manage thoughts, behaviors, moods and relationships that affects motivation, self-esteem, identity, pleasure, sleep, relationships and daily functioning. By identifying, understanding and addressing negative emotional states, triggers and adverse experiences, thought and behavior patterns we eliminate and replace unproductive habits with more adaptive patterns to increase overall well-being. I use open and closed questions, mindfulness, reframing, encourage elaboration, challenging questions and affirmative statements to help deepen insight and identify and implement new strategies.
Life can feel debilitating & overwhelming. I get it, From relationships, to career & life transitions, managing parenting, addressing family conflicts, & then add finding meaning & purpose in life. Not sure where to start?
I utilize a blend of Animal Assisted Therapy with Otto & an Adlerian approach, which are proven ways to give you skills, help you regulate your nervous system, & recreate the life you want to live.
Learn to heal attachment & emotional traumas, reconnect with yourself, find balance, reignite your purpose & joy.
In-Person sessions available with Otto, my certified therapy dog, or virtually online.
Life can feel debilitating & overwhelming. I get it, From relationships, to career & life transitions, managing parenting, addressing family conflicts, & then add finding meaning & purpose in life. Not sure where to start?
I utilize a blend of Animal Assisted Therapy with Otto & an Adlerian approach, which are proven ways to give you skills, help you regulate your nervous system, & recreate the life you want to live.
Learn to heal attachment & emotional traumas, reconnect with yourself, find balance, reignite your purpose & joy.
In-Person sessions available with Otto, my certified therapy dog, or virtually online.
You’re sharp, capable, and used to carrying a lot. You think deeply but feel disconnected, exhausted, or stuck in patterns you can’t logic your way out of. On the outside you function well; inside you may feel invisible, overwhelmed, or responsible for everything. Our work combines thoughtful conversation with real-time tools that help you understand your patterns, process stress and old wounds, expand your emotional range, and build relationships and a life that don’t depend on you holding it all alone.
You’re sharp, capable, and used to carrying a lot. You think deeply but feel disconnected, exhausted, or stuck in patterns you can’t logic your way out of. On the outside you function well; inside you may feel invisible, overwhelmed, or responsible for everything. Our work combines thoughtful conversation with real-time tools that help you understand your patterns, process stress and old wounds, expand your emotional range, and build relationships and a life that don’t depend on you holding it all alone.
Darby Integrative Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LCADAS
17 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20036
We know how hard it can be to find a great therapist. We offer compassionate, high-quality psychotherapy services from expert therapists for individuals, couples, & groups. Common concerns: Panic & Worry, Relational Trauma, Infidelity, Parenting Issues, Grief & Loss, Addictions, Hopelessness & Depression.
We represent diverse trainings, backgrounds, identities, experiences, that truly sets us apart from other therapy practices. EMDR Experts, Certified Trauma Professionals, Gottman Couples Therapists, LGBTQIA+ Specialists, Addictions Trained.
Reach out today and experience the "Darby Difference"- Expect the Care, You Deserve.
We know how hard it can be to find a great therapist. We offer compassionate, high-quality psychotherapy services from expert therapists for individuals, couples, & groups. Common concerns: Panic & Worry, Relational Trauma, Infidelity, Parenting Issues, Grief & Loss, Addictions, Hopelessness & Depression.
We represent diverse trainings, backgrounds, identities, experiences, that truly sets us apart from other therapy practices. EMDR Experts, Certified Trauma Professionals, Gottman Couples Therapists, LGBTQIA+ Specialists, Addictions Trained.
Reach out today and experience the "Darby Difference"- Expect the Care, You Deserve.
I've worked in the field of counseling/social work for almost 30 years. I also served as an adjunct professor of social work for over 10 years, so I like to incorporate teachings on mental health issues into sessions (psychoeducation). I'm an author of four books and creator of the Date or Mate conversation card game. I also provide supervision for clinicians working towards independent licensure. Most of my clients are males who are dealing with anxiety, depression, and/or trauma; however, I do work with females as well. I can work with adult individuals residing in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC.
I've worked in the field of counseling/social work for almost 30 years. I also served as an adjunct professor of social work for over 10 years, so I like to incorporate teachings on mental health issues into sessions (psychoeducation). I'm an author of four books and creator of the Date or Mate conversation card game. I also provide supervision for clinicians working towards independent licensure. Most of my clients are males who are dealing with anxiety, depression, and/or trauma; however, I do work with females as well. I can work with adult individuals residing in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC.
Proud to be a 2026 Best of Bethesda Finalist for Best Marriage and Family Therapy Practice! If life feels overwhelming or emotions are hard to manage, you’re not alone. Bethesda Therapy is a group of compassionate clinicians serving MD, DC, & VA. We specialize in OCD (ERP & I-CBT), anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD (EMDR), ADHD, grief/loss, perinatal/postpartum concerns, executive functioning (with a dedicated executive functioning coach), and couples work. We support ages 10+. Whether you’re seeking therapy or targeted coaching, our clinicians are here to guide you with compassion and expertise.
Proud to be a 2026 Best of Bethesda Finalist for Best Marriage and Family Therapy Practice! If life feels overwhelming or emotions are hard to manage, you’re not alone. Bethesda Therapy is a group of compassionate clinicians serving MD, DC, & VA. We specialize in OCD (ERP & I-CBT), anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD (EMDR), ADHD, grief/loss, perinatal/postpartum concerns, executive functioning (with a dedicated executive functioning coach), and couples work. We support ages 10+. Whether you’re seeking therapy or targeted coaching, our clinicians are here to guide you with compassion and expertise.
I specialize in working with adults (18+) who are navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, and challenges in relationships and family dynamics. My approach combines CBT, DBT, and attachment-based techniques, along with an existential perspective, because I believe therapy should be tailored to your unique experiences, challenges, and personal preferences.
I specialize in working with adults (18+) who are navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, and challenges in relationships and family dynamics. My approach combines CBT, DBT, and attachment-based techniques, along with an existential perspective, because I believe therapy should be tailored to your unique experiences, challenges, and personal preferences.
Whether you're looking for support for yourself or someone else, this is an important first step in figuring out who you can trust. It's not a simple decision and reading a profile is only a slight glimpse into who I am as a provider. I get it. In a way you're taking a trust fall into the universe and you're hoping the right person is there to catch you so you don't thump to the ground. I'm far better at catching others before they fall than myself. Nicknamed "Crash Gordon" when I worked at FCPS, I was known for losing my balance occasionally but never losing track of a student, staff, or family need. Everyone is safe with me!
Whether you're looking for support for yourself or someone else, this is an important first step in figuring out who you can trust. It's not a simple decision and reading a profile is only a slight glimpse into who I am as a provider. I get it. In a way you're taking a trust fall into the universe and you're hoping the right person is there to catch you so you don't thump to the ground. I'm far better at catching others before they fall than myself. Nicknamed "Crash Gordon" when I worked at FCPS, I was known for losing my balance occasionally but never losing track of a student, staff, or family need. Everyone is safe with me!
It can be difficult to find a therapist who gets what it's like to live with your neurodivergent brain and you deserve a therapist who can help you to understand your life and put it into words. We can do that together as well as coming up with personalized coping strategies, adapting tools from mindfulness, behavioral activation and others. Because being neurodivergent means a more difficult path through life, I've also got other clinical tools in my toolbox. For instance, we can use EMDR, the Flash technique, and parts work to help you truly integrate and move on from past experiences that are still troubling you today.
It can be difficult to find a therapist who gets what it's like to live with your neurodivergent brain and you deserve a therapist who can help you to understand your life and put it into words. We can do that together as well as coming up with personalized coping strategies, adapting tools from mindfulness, behavioral activation and others. Because being neurodivergent means a more difficult path through life, I've also got other clinical tools in my toolbox. For instance, we can use EMDR, the Flash technique, and parts work to help you truly integrate and move on from past experiences that are still troubling you today.
Throughout a woman’s life there are many emotional shifts and it takes strength to reach out for support! I understand the many challenges and stress that sometimes might have you not feeling like yourself. Do you feel alone, anxious, tired, sad, angry, irritable, or stressed? I work with women who are experiencing anxiety, depressed mood, grief and loss, fertility, miscarriage, transition to motherhood, and other life changing events. I have specialized training in anxiety, maternal mental health (pregnancy, birth, postpartum, motherhood), child development, and eating disorders.
Throughout a woman’s life there are many emotional shifts and it takes strength to reach out for support! I understand the many challenges and stress that sometimes might have you not feeling like yourself. Do you feel alone, anxious, tired, sad, angry, irritable, or stressed? I work with women who are experiencing anxiety, depressed mood, grief and loss, fertility, miscarriage, transition to motherhood, and other life changing events. I have specialized training in anxiety, maternal mental health (pregnancy, birth, postpartum, motherhood), child development, and eating disorders.
Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, frustrated or misunderstood? Do you ever feel exhausted or resentful from trying to make sure everyone else is happy, trying to avoid rocking the boat and consistently deferring your own needs? Are you a high-achiever who has met all the qualifications and still feels nagging self-doubt? If you want to feel safer and more confident interacting with others, I would like to help you understand your emotions and improve balance and connection in your relationships. My therapy style is open, warm and collaborative, and I create space for you to feel truly accepted, present and hopeful.
Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, frustrated or misunderstood? Do you ever feel exhausted or resentful from trying to make sure everyone else is happy, trying to avoid rocking the boat and consistently deferring your own needs? Are you a high-achiever who has met all the qualifications and still feels nagging self-doubt? If you want to feel safer and more confident interacting with others, I would like to help you understand your emotions and improve balance and connection in your relationships. My therapy style is open, warm and collaborative, and I create space for you to feel truly accepted, present and hopeful.
I am a health psychologist with expertise in the treatment of chronic anxiety and health conditions (pain, illnesss, etc.) I have extensive research experience (95 scientific articles and book chapters; National Institutes of Health funding) which I draw upon to provide innovative and up-to-date psychological care. My practice is rooted in scientific evidence of what works, and I stay informed on the latest treatment advancements. My goal is not for you to be in therapy forever. I want to help you learn tools so that you become your own therapist. You cannot redo your past; you can make changes now for a better future.
I am a health psychologist with expertise in the treatment of chronic anxiety and health conditions (pain, illnesss, etc.) I have extensive research experience (95 scientific articles and book chapters; National Institutes of Health funding) which I draw upon to provide innovative and up-to-date psychological care. My practice is rooted in scientific evidence of what works, and I stay informed on the latest treatment advancements. My goal is not for you to be in therapy forever. I want to help you learn tools so that you become your own therapist. You cannot redo your past; you can make changes now for a better future.
I am a licensed professional counselor in DC and MD and a certified school counselor in Maryland. I provide a nonjudgmental, empathetic, and safe space for clients to address issues such as depression, chronic pain, addiction, grief, trauma and relationship issues through a focus on self-acceptance and communication skills. My specialties also include gender identity, non-traditional family structures, and neurodiversity. I often work with clients with autism or ADHD, and help them establish school or workplace accommodations, develop life skills, and address major transitions.
I am a licensed professional counselor in DC and MD and a certified school counselor in Maryland. I provide a nonjudgmental, empathetic, and safe space for clients to address issues such as depression, chronic pain, addiction, grief, trauma and relationship issues through a focus on self-acceptance and communication skills. My specialties also include gender identity, non-traditional family structures, and neurodiversity. I often work with clients with autism or ADHD, and help them establish school or workplace accommodations, develop life skills, and address major transitions.
With over 20 years of experience as a clinical psychologist, I specialize in both psychological evaluation and therapy services. My work focuses on identifying clinical and educational concerns through comprehensive assessments and using primarily cognitive behavioral therapy to address a broad range of issues, including depression, anxiety, academic and occupational stress, and day-to-day challenges.
With over 20 years of experience as a clinical psychologist, I specialize in both psychological evaluation and therapy services. My work focuses on identifying clinical and educational concerns through comprehensive assessments and using primarily cognitive behavioral therapy to address a broad range of issues, including depression, anxiety, academic and occupational stress, and day-to-day challenges.
Hello and welcome! I work with kids, teens, and young adults navigating the stress and challenges of obsessive compulsive disorder and anxiety. Whether it shows up as constant “what if” worries, needing things to feel just right, or getting stuck in repetitive thoughts and behaviors, it can make school, friendships, and everyday life feel overwhelming. I help families like yours build practical tools to manage anxiety, reduce perfectionism, and cope with the emotional toll of demanding schedules and expectations. I offer a warm and supportive space to build coping skills to take back your time, energy, and peace of mind.
Hello and welcome! I work with kids, teens, and young adults navigating the stress and challenges of obsessive compulsive disorder and anxiety. Whether it shows up as constant “what if” worries, needing things to feel just right, or getting stuck in repetitive thoughts and behaviors, it can make school, friendships, and everyday life feel overwhelming. I help families like yours build practical tools to manage anxiety, reduce perfectionism, and cope with the emotional toll of demanding schedules and expectations. I offer a warm and supportive space to build coping skills to take back your time, energy, and peace of mind.
There is beauty in the complexity of our lives, and often difficulty too. Sometimes, our inner resources and life's challenges don't align, leaving us feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or incapable. My intent is to help you to find more freedom, ease, and wholeness in these moments. I am skilled in working with experiences of complex trauma and chronic pain/illness, depression, and anxiety. I am experienced in working with members of the LGBTQIA+ and ENM communities, neurodivergent folks, and those whose lives question social norms. My approach emphasizes depth, gentleness, creativity, and awareness.
There is beauty in the complexity of our lives, and often difficulty too. Sometimes, our inner resources and life's challenges don't align, leaving us feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or incapable. My intent is to help you to find more freedom, ease, and wholeness in these moments. I am skilled in working with experiences of complex trauma and chronic pain/illness, depression, and anxiety. I am experienced in working with members of the LGBTQIA+ and ENM communities, neurodivergent folks, and those whose lives question social norms. My approach emphasizes depth, gentleness, creativity, and awareness.
Lori
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, CCTP-II, EMDR-Tr
5 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20036
Individuals & couples I work with have often experienced childhood & religious traumas, addictions, abuse & neglect, sexual assault, intimacy & sexual health challenges, infidelity, sexual exploration, fertility & pregnancy stress, & parenting challenges. I provide EMDR, IFS & Sex Informed counseling to help you heal trauma & find yourself again.
My life's goal as a therapist is to help couples & individuals heal trauma, reconnect to joy & return to love. My work centers on helping you understand patterns that have you stuck, find solutions to get unstuck & step into a life that feels authentic, empowered, & fulfilling.
Individuals & couples I work with have often experienced childhood & religious traumas, addictions, abuse & neglect, sexual assault, intimacy & sexual health challenges, infidelity, sexual exploration, fertility & pregnancy stress, & parenting challenges. I provide EMDR, IFS & Sex Informed counseling to help you heal trauma & find yourself again.
My life's goal as a therapist is to help couples & individuals heal trauma, reconnect to joy & return to love. My work centers on helping you understand patterns that have you stuck, find solutions to get unstuck & step into a life that feels authentic, empowered, & fulfilling.
While I have experience providing treatment for a wide range of mental health issues, I have a special interest in helping people improve their relationships and self-worth by reducing feelings of shame and insecurity. Helping clients cultivate self-compassion is a hallmark of my therapeutic approach. As an executive coach, I also specialize in helping leaders, attorneys, business owners, and other professionals overcome obstacles to achieve their personal and professional goals.
While I have experience providing treatment for a wide range of mental health issues, I have a special interest in helping people improve their relationships and self-worth by reducing feelings of shame and insecurity. Helping clients cultivate self-compassion is a hallmark of my therapeutic approach. As an executive coach, I also specialize in helping leaders, attorneys, business owners, and other professionals overcome obstacles to achieve their personal and professional goals.
