Spirituality Therapists in Washington, DC
It is brave to choose how you want to craft your life. Many people are struggling through big life transitions, are unhappy in their relationships, or they want to move past anxiety and depression. Therapy is a place to understand what is happening now, and how to create something different and better to feel more satisfied. If this is you, I offer a space to look at and understand what is happening in your life, and how you can regain a sense of agency to create what you want. I am warm and engaging, and together we find patterns in your life that keep showing up and getting in your way. We look at how to cultivate what you want.
It is brave to choose how you want to craft your life. Many people are struggling through big life transitions, are unhappy in their relationships, or they want to move past anxiety and depression. Therapy is a place to understand what is happening now, and how to create something different and better to feel more satisfied. If this is you, I offer a space to look at and understand what is happening in your life, and how you can regain a sense of agency to create what you want. I am warm and engaging, and together we find patterns in your life that keep showing up and getting in your way. We look at how to cultivate what you want.
Welcome, and thank you for reading my profile! I enjoy working with people of all ages, from school-aged children to elders. I provide individual psychotherapy, group psychotherapy, and play therapy. I am particularly interested in trauma, having worked with survivors of torture and political persecution, combat veterans, and adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse. My private practice is in Washington D.C., steps away from the Dupont Circle metro.
Welcome, and thank you for reading my profile! I enjoy working with people of all ages, from school-aged children to elders. I provide individual psychotherapy, group psychotherapy, and play therapy. I am particularly interested in trauma, having worked with survivors of torture and political persecution, combat veterans, and adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse. My private practice is in Washington D.C., steps away from the Dupont Circle metro.
I am a compassionate and culturally competent LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) who creates a warm, honest, and gentle space for clients to explore their inner worlds. I have experience working with clients experiencing trauma, loss, depression, anxiety, sexuality/identity questions, homelessness, and health challenges. I am also interested in creating a safe space for clients who are considering a faith/spiritual transition or a values exploration. Utilizing a collaborative approach, together we will strive to find the best path towards a full and satisfying life.
I am a compassionate and culturally competent LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) who creates a warm, honest, and gentle space for clients to explore their inner worlds. I have experience working with clients experiencing trauma, loss, depression, anxiety, sexuality/identity questions, homelessness, and health challenges. I am also interested in creating a safe space for clients who are considering a faith/spiritual transition or a values exploration. Utilizing a collaborative approach, together we will strive to find the best path towards a full and satisfying life.
My career began at the Capital Institute for Cognitive Therapy, studying and providing supervision and training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, I have additionally pursued training in Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Psychodynamic, Mindfulness-based, and Metacognitive approaches. These are the main schools in the field, and combined allow me to offer both practical techniques for troublesome thoughts, feelings, and behaviors; as well as help you see subtleties in yourself that likely influence how and why you may be stuck.
My career began at the Capital Institute for Cognitive Therapy, studying and providing supervision and training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, I have additionally pursued training in Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Psychodynamic, Mindfulness-based, and Metacognitive approaches. These are the main schools in the field, and combined allow me to offer both practical techniques for troublesome thoughts, feelings, and behaviors; as well as help you see subtleties in yourself that likely influence how and why you may be stuck.
If you’re LGBTQ+ and done shrinking, performing, or holding it all together for everyone else, you’re not alone.
You’re smart, self-aware—and still, something isn’t clicking. Maybe it’s the weight of navigating identity, family, culture, or trauma on top of just… living. You want a therapist who gets it—someone you don’t have to educate.
I bring heart, depth, real-life experience, and a little bit of edge. I’m not just your therapist. I’m your biographer.
If you’re LGBTQ+ and done shrinking, performing, or holding it all together for everyone else, you’re not alone.
You’re smart, self-aware—and still, something isn’t clicking. Maybe it’s the weight of navigating identity, family, culture, or trauma on top of just… living. You want a therapist who gets it—someone you don’t have to educate.
I bring heart, depth, real-life experience, and a little bit of edge. I’m not just your therapist. I’m your biographer.
Often when people come to see me, they have been experiencing the pain and challenges of life much more than the pleasure, and they desire to feel better and enjoy life more fully. I have worked with men and women who experience this pain in many forms, including anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, eating disorders, grief, or the aftermath of trauma. In addition, I am very interested in working with people from a variety of ethnic backgrounds. I have worked extensively with immigrants, first generation citizens, international students and professionals, and people who identify as multicultural or a person of color.
Often when people come to see me, they have been experiencing the pain and challenges of life much more than the pleasure, and they desire to feel better and enjoy life more fully. I have worked with men and women who experience this pain in many forms, including anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, eating disorders, grief, or the aftermath of trauma. In addition, I am very interested in working with people from a variety of ethnic backgrounds. I have worked extensively with immigrants, first generation citizens, international students and professionals, and people who identify as multicultural or a person of color.
There are points in life when you might feel that you have lost control of how you are living. In our time together, I help navigate what’s causing you distress by inviting you to turn inward and reconnect with your inner resources. My clinical focus is working with individuals going through challenging life transitions, anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship challenges, family and cultural conflict, and grief. Together, we can gently unpack the past to make sense of and be with the present. We can also tap into our bodily experiences to better understand ourselves and others in creative ways.
There are points in life when you might feel that you have lost control of how you are living. In our time together, I help navigate what’s causing you distress by inviting you to turn inward and reconnect with your inner resources. My clinical focus is working with individuals going through challenging life transitions, anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship challenges, family and cultural conflict, and grief. Together, we can gently unpack the past to make sense of and be with the present. We can also tap into our bodily experiences to better understand ourselves and others in creative ways.
I am passionate about helping others navigate through the many challenges and transitions we face throughout our life journey and walking through them together: relationship issues, career/work stressors, medical needs, Serious Mental Illness, physical limitations/loss of functioning, body image, emotional eating, low self esteem, spiritual needs, and lack of self identity/life purpose. I have acquired a diverse array of experiences and expertise throughout my years as a mental health provider in DC, and I enjoy drawing from these vast experiences to meet the individual needs of each individual client.
I am passionate about helping others navigate through the many challenges and transitions we face throughout our life journey and walking through them together: relationship issues, career/work stressors, medical needs, Serious Mental Illness, physical limitations/loss of functioning, body image, emotional eating, low self esteem, spiritual needs, and lack of self identity/life purpose. I have acquired a diverse array of experiences and expertise throughout my years as a mental health provider in DC, and I enjoy drawing from these vast experiences to meet the individual needs of each individual client.
sade’s clinical interest areas include: identity, relationships, trauma, spirituality, sex and intimacy, anxiety, depression, stress management, and addiction.
sade is a social justice worker and licensed psychotherapist in DC, MD, and VA. She has experience working with adolescents and adults of diverse racial, ethnic, class, gender and sexual identities. Her approach is collaborative and firmly rooted in the beliefs that each person has the potential for growth and that two things can be true at the same time: We are all the experts of our lived experiences and sometimes need loving guidance to create the relationships and lives we desire. With warmth, empathy, compassionate curiosity, and straightforward feedback, you can expect a safe container to explore your truth and experiences.
sade’s clinical interest areas include: identity, relationships, trauma, spirituality, sex and intimacy, anxiety, depression, stress management, and addiction.
sade is a social justice worker and licensed psychotherapist in DC, MD, and VA. She has experience working with adolescents and adults of diverse racial, ethnic, class, gender and sexual identities. Her approach is collaborative and firmly rooted in the beliefs that each person has the potential for growth and that two things can be true at the same time: We are all the experts of our lived experiences and sometimes need loving guidance to create the relationships and lives we desire. With warmth, empathy, compassionate curiosity, and straightforward feedback, you can expect a safe container to explore your truth and experiences.
Are you experiencing suffering? Do you feel stuck in uncomfortable emotions, relational conflicts, unhelpful patterns, or problematic behaviors? Do you feel unable to change on your own? I am passionate about coming alongside clients and creating a calm, safe, and accepting space to heal and grow. I see clients with a variety of concerns, such as anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem/confidence, relational conflicts, and a sense of feeling disconnected from one's true self/purpose. Regardless of what issues are present in your life, I believe you have inherent goodness, dignity, and worth that are permanent and infinite.
Are you experiencing suffering? Do you feel stuck in uncomfortable emotions, relational conflicts, unhelpful patterns, or problematic behaviors? Do you feel unable to change on your own? I am passionate about coming alongside clients and creating a calm, safe, and accepting space to heal and grow. I see clients with a variety of concerns, such as anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem/confidence, relational conflicts, and a sense of feeling disconnected from one's true self/purpose. Regardless of what issues are present in your life, I believe you have inherent goodness, dignity, and worth that are permanent and infinite.
Davynte Pannell is an African American/ Indigenous, heterosexual, millennial male from Newark, NJ currently providing therapy services in Washington, D.C. as a Licensed Professional Counselor. Pannell graduated from Howard University with his Bachelors’ in Philosophy and Psychology then from New York University, with his Master’s in Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness. Pannell has worked with clients of all ages since 2018. Pannell’s style of therapy follows the trope, “Two eyes, one mouth; listen twice as much as you speak.” Pannell uses an interdisciplinary and eclectic approach to therapy.
Davynte Pannell is an African American/ Indigenous, heterosexual, millennial male from Newark, NJ currently providing therapy services in Washington, D.C. as a Licensed Professional Counselor. Pannell graduated from Howard University with his Bachelors’ in Philosophy and Psychology then from New York University, with his Master’s in Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness. Pannell has worked with clients of all ages since 2018. Pannell’s style of therapy follows the trope, “Two eyes, one mouth; listen twice as much as you speak.” Pannell uses an interdisciplinary and eclectic approach to therapy.
I have a passion for working with clients through intrapersonal and relational concerns related to attachment. By using Emotionally Focused Therapy, Person centered therapy, Mindfulness, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, I hope to empower my clients with tools to create authentic connections with others, while also prioritizing self-exploration and self-acceptance. I have a special interest in working with couples, burnout, depression and anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, relationship issues, and effective communication.
I have a passion for working with clients through intrapersonal and relational concerns related to attachment. By using Emotionally Focused Therapy, Person centered therapy, Mindfulness, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, I hope to empower my clients with tools to create authentic connections with others, while also prioritizing self-exploration and self-acceptance. I have a special interest in working with couples, burnout, depression and anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, relationship issues, and effective communication.
I enjoy working with clients who are seeking counseling for the first time and those who are looking for a therapeutic relationship. My clients range in age from adolescence to seniors. Jackson Marriage and Family Counseling offer brief and intensive psychotherapy to individuals, couples, and families.
I enjoy working with clients who are seeking counseling for the first time and those who are looking for a therapeutic relationship. My clients range in age from adolescence to seniors. Jackson Marriage and Family Counseling offer brief and intensive psychotherapy to individuals, couples, and families.
I am a trauma-informed somatic counselor, working with adults at various life stages. I serve a diverse population, with a particular focus on the experiences of LGBTQIA+ individuals. At the core of my practice is the belief that in knowing ourselves, we can show up more authentically with others. Whether your concerns revolve around relationships, sexual identity and gender expression, work-life, anxiety, or depression, I will help you find what you need to navigate your next right steps.
I am a trauma-informed somatic counselor, working with adults at various life stages. I serve a diverse population, with a particular focus on the experiences of LGBTQIA+ individuals. At the core of my practice is the belief that in knowing ourselves, we can show up more authentically with others. Whether your concerns revolve around relationships, sexual identity and gender expression, work-life, anxiety, or depression, I will help you find what you need to navigate your next right steps.
I provide adults in the Washington, D.C. area with individual, couples and group psychotherapy. My style of therapy is accepting, collaborative, and respectful of individual values and choices.
I adjust my techniques and theoretical approach depending on your needs, comfort level, and personality. My goal is to provide a safe and nurturing therapeutic environment so that you may search within to find your own answers through greater self-awareness and self-directed growth.
I provide adults in the Washington, D.C. area with individual, couples and group psychotherapy. My style of therapy is accepting, collaborative, and respectful of individual values and choices.
I adjust my techniques and theoretical approach depending on your needs, comfort level, and personality. My goal is to provide a safe and nurturing therapeutic environment so that you may search within to find your own answers through greater self-awareness and self-directed growth.
If you’re considering therapy, you may be in a time of stress or transition. My goal is to ease your access to psychotherapy by providing you or your family with confidential online therapy, from the comfort of your own home. While I work with clients of all ages in any stage of life, my specialties include teen and family LGBTQIA issues, prenatal/postpartum challenges, parenting children with disabilities and working with women who feel “stuck.”
If you’re considering therapy, you may be in a time of stress or transition. My goal is to ease your access to psychotherapy by providing you or your family with confidential online therapy, from the comfort of your own home. While I work with clients of all ages in any stage of life, my specialties include teen and family LGBTQIA issues, prenatal/postpartum challenges, parenting children with disabilities and working with women who feel “stuck.”
Accepting new clients in DC - No wait times - Our resilience is as unique as our journey, as individuals and couples. We empower our clients to break out of the distressing cycles they feel stuck in and help them overcome anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, past trauma, life transitions, pregnancy issues & postpartum issues. We specialize in holistic psychotherapy with a focus on mindfulness, cultural sensitivity, EMDR and somatic body interventions to help clients develop a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships to live a more enriched life. We also integrate Psychodynamic and CBT interventions.
Accepting new clients in DC - No wait times - Our resilience is as unique as our journey, as individuals and couples. We empower our clients to break out of the distressing cycles they feel stuck in and help them overcome anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, past trauma, life transitions, pregnancy issues & postpartum issues. We specialize in holistic psychotherapy with a focus on mindfulness, cultural sensitivity, EMDR and somatic body interventions to help clients develop a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships to live a more enriched life. We also integrate Psychodynamic and CBT interventions.
As a clinical psychologist, I have experience in working with both adults and adolescents presenting with concerns of depression, anxiety, family conflict, identity dilemmas, break-ups, work stress, academic concerns, and spirituality.
Feeling out of balance? Do things seem out of order in your life? Everyone needs a supportive space to process challenges of daily life and figure out how to cope with stress. I am dedicated to meeting the individual needs of each and every client, by developing a healthy relationship together and being an active listener to each client's unique story. My therapeutic approach is anchored in an integration of understanding how your past experiences have impacted your present situations, the healing aspects of telling your narrative, and finding solutions through a culturally meaningful lens.
As a clinical psychologist, I have experience in working with both adults and adolescents presenting with concerns of depression, anxiety, family conflict, identity dilemmas, break-ups, work stress, academic concerns, and spirituality.
Feeling out of balance? Do things seem out of order in your life? Everyone needs a supportive space to process challenges of daily life and figure out how to cope with stress. I am dedicated to meeting the individual needs of each and every client, by developing a healthy relationship together and being an active listener to each client's unique story. My therapeutic approach is anchored in an integration of understanding how your past experiences have impacted your present situations, the healing aspects of telling your narrative, and finding solutions through a culturally meaningful lens.
If you are in the midst of a daunting medical diagnosis or grieving a painful loss, I am glad you found my page. Perhaps you are caring for a loved one, and find yourself mentally & physically exhausted, or you're struggling with religious or spiritual questions. Or maybe you are about to embark on treatment for cancer or fertility and are struggling with a tangled ball of emotions. In my work with clients, I create a safe, compassionate space to unpack and explore these issues, and to be a companion on your journey toward healing, growth, and transformation. Whatever brought you here today: I am here to listen.
If you are in the midst of a daunting medical diagnosis or grieving a painful loss, I am glad you found my page. Perhaps you are caring for a loved one, and find yourself mentally & physically exhausted, or you're struggling with religious or spiritual questions. Or maybe you are about to embark on treatment for cancer or fertility and are struggling with a tangled ball of emotions. In my work with clients, I create a safe, compassionate space to unpack and explore these issues, and to be a companion on your journey toward healing, growth, and transformation. Whatever brought you here today: I am here to listen.
Amy Oberson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CCTP, LCPC
3 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20018
Waitlist for new clients
Currently accepting new clients
I am licensed in DC, MD, VA, PA, MA, and SC and have experience working with adults, young adults, and adolescents. My counseling approach is warm, empathetic, and person-centered as I am passionate about meeting each client where they are and then collectively work to establish goals to achieve personal healing and growth. I also have experience working with women's health issues, depression, anxiety, grief and trauma. I offer support to adults as they navigate familial changes and life transitions.
Currently accepting new clients
I am licensed in DC, MD, VA, PA, MA, and SC and have experience working with adults, young adults, and adolescents. My counseling approach is warm, empathetic, and person-centered as I am passionate about meeting each client where they are and then collectively work to establish goals to achieve personal healing and growth. I also have experience working with women's health issues, depression, anxiety, grief and trauma. I offer support to adults as they navigate familial changes and life transitions.
