Substance Use Therapists in Washington, DC
There are times in life when we feel "stuck" and unable to move forward to live the life that we desire and deserve. While it takes strength and courage to reach out for help, the rewards of therapy are life-changing. I assist clients in identifying what may be holding them back. I empower clients to gain insight into underlying issues, heal deep wounds, and master the tools to create a satisfying life. I am passionate about the therapeutic work I do and enjoy forming strong alliances with my clients, partnering with them throughout their personal journey of growth and discovery.
There are times in life when we feel "stuck" and unable to move forward to live the life that we desire and deserve. While it takes strength and courage to reach out for help, the rewards of therapy are life-changing. I assist clients in identifying what may be holding them back. I empower clients to gain insight into underlying issues, heal deep wounds, and master the tools to create a satisfying life. I am passionate about the therapeutic work I do and enjoy forming strong alliances with my clients, partnering with them throughout their personal journey of growth and discovery.
I draw on 40+ years of experience in the practice of individual, group, and couples therapy. I work with a diversity of adult clients from varied circumstances and backgrounds. Nevertheless, they generally share a common aspiration to discover a more vital, passionate, and creative approach to meeting life's challenges. My intention is to establish a safe and authentic collaboration in pursuit of your aspirations and goals. I bring compassion, humor, insight and engagement to the therapeutic work. My approach integrates elements of the best, well-established therapeutic approaches, tailored to your unique needs and challenges.
I draw on 40+ years of experience in the practice of individual, group, and couples therapy. I work with a diversity of adult clients from varied circumstances and backgrounds. Nevertheless, they generally share a common aspiration to discover a more vital, passionate, and creative approach to meeting life's challenges. My intention is to establish a safe and authentic collaboration in pursuit of your aspirations and goals. I bring compassion, humor, insight and engagement to the therapeutic work. My approach integrates elements of the best, well-established therapeutic approaches, tailored to your unique needs and challenges.
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 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.
Have you been on an emotional roller coaster? Are you overwhelmed with low self-esteem? Are you one of many men and women battling a history of sexual abuse? Is your relationship struggling to survive? You don't have to suffer in silence. You don't have to do this alone. Together we can begin to resolve the challenges in your life, break hurtful and long-standing patterns of behavior, and uncover your true potential.
Have you been on an emotional roller coaster? Are you overwhelmed with low self-esteem? Are you one of many men and women battling a history of sexual abuse? Is your relationship struggling to survive? You don't have to suffer in silence. You don't have to do this alone. Together we can begin to resolve the challenges in your life, break hurtful and long-standing patterns of behavior, and uncover your true potential.
My practice centers on creating a safe, grounded space where healing can unfold in mind, body, and spirit. I specialize in trauma-informed, somatic, and mindfulness-based approaches that help clients reconnect with themselves and cultivate a sense of inner safety. Whether you're navigating life transitions, processing past wounds, or seeking deeper self-understanding, our work will honor your unique experience. In our sessions, all identities and emotions are welcomed with respect and curiosity. Through body awareness, grounding practices, and transpersonal exploration, we’ll gently build tools for resilience, clarity, and growth.
My practice centers on creating a safe, grounded space where healing can unfold in mind, body, and spirit. I specialize in trauma-informed, somatic, and mindfulness-based approaches that help clients reconnect with themselves and cultivate a sense of inner safety. Whether you're navigating life transitions, processing past wounds, or seeking deeper self-understanding, our work will honor your unique experience. In our sessions, all identities and emotions are welcomed with respect and curiosity. Through body awareness, grounding practices, and transpersonal exploration, we’ll gently build tools for resilience, clarity, and growth.
I have a passion for helping others improve their overall wellbeing and have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, substance use, parenting issues, career challenges, neglect, physical abuse, trauma, and more.
My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with dignity and respect. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, and psychodynamic therapy. I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
I have a passion for helping others improve their overall wellbeing and have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, substance use, parenting issues, career challenges, neglect, physical abuse, trauma, and more.
My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with dignity and respect. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, and psychodynamic therapy. I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
Struggling to navigate your 20s or 30s? Feeling overwhelmed or stuck in a negative cycle that you can't seem to get out of? Sick of being so hard on yourself, but no matter what you do, you still don't feel good enough? Wondering why being an "adult" seems so tough, while everyone else seems to have figured it out? You’re not alone in feeling anxious, lost, or stuck. If it feels like you've tried everything, and the support of friends and family hasn’t been enough, it's time for a change.
Struggling to navigate your 20s or 30s? Feeling overwhelmed or stuck in a negative cycle that you can't seem to get out of? Sick of being so hard on yourself, but no matter what you do, you still don't feel good enough? Wondering why being an "adult" seems so tough, while everyone else seems to have figured it out? You’re not alone in feeling anxious, lost, or stuck. If it feels like you've tried everything, and the support of friends and family hasn’t been enough, it's time for a change.
Many times as People of Color we often feel alone with our situation or don’t feel understood. We may have thoughts that we are not good enough or that we are different. Is that you? I’m here to tell you that you don’t have to suffer in silence anymore. I recognize that our past has influenced our present- but it does not need to dictate our future! I provide a warm, non-judgmental approach to help you reframe your story. I believe it is important to feel both seen and heard in therapy. With the right tools, emphatic support, knowledge and determination, everyone can heal, maximize their potential and enjoy life to the fullest.
Many times as People of Color we often feel alone with our situation or don’t feel understood. We may have thoughts that we are not good enough or that we are different. Is that you? I’m here to tell you that you don’t have to suffer in silence anymore. I recognize that our past has influenced our present- but it does not need to dictate our future! I provide a warm, non-judgmental approach to help you reframe your story. I believe it is important to feel both seen and heard in therapy. With the right tools, emphatic support, knowledge and determination, everyone can heal, maximize their potential and enjoy life to the fullest.
Sometimes life stressors can leave you feeling directionless, confused, or overwhelmed. Overcoming these hurdles can be tough, but you don't have to travel this journey alone. GPS provides a unique approach to helping you map your journey to improved mental wellness. Fostering a genuine, supportive, empathic, and affirming relationship with my clients has helped them overcome many challenges. My objective is to help you feel more liberated and confident in expressing your feelings without fear of judgment. As your therapist, I will help you identify your inherent abilities, strengths, and resources to reach your goals in treatment.
Sometimes life stressors can leave you feeling directionless, confused, or overwhelmed. Overcoming these hurdles can be tough, but you don't have to travel this journey alone. GPS provides a unique approach to helping you map your journey to improved mental wellness. Fostering a genuine, supportive, empathic, and affirming relationship with my clients has helped them overcome many challenges. My objective is to help you feel more liberated and confident in expressing your feelings without fear of judgment. As your therapist, I will help you identify your inherent abilities, strengths, and resources to reach your goals in treatment.
I help individuals and couples build resilience, overcome anxiety, get unstuck, break free of depression, and create loving, committed relationships.
I help individuals and couples build resilience, overcome anxiety, get unstuck, break free of depression, and create loving, committed relationships.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed? Struggling with sleep, grief, relationship stress, or the impact of a traumatic experience? You’re not alone, and help is available. I provide individual psychotherapy for adults in a safe, compassionate, and collaborative environment.
I support clients navigating a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, life transitions, perinatal and postpartum challenges, and relationship issues. I also provide specialized trauma treatment, helping clients heal from PTSD, complex trauma, and related dissociative conditions.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed? Struggling with sleep, grief, relationship stress, or the impact of a traumatic experience? You’re not alone, and help is available. I provide individual psychotherapy for adults in a safe, compassionate, and collaborative environment.
I support clients navigating a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, life transitions, perinatal and postpartum challenges, and relationship issues. I also provide specialized trauma treatment, helping clients heal from PTSD, complex trauma, and related dissociative conditions.
Real Men. Real Addiction Help. Real Talk Therapy. How does addiction work? How do I counteract it? What is behind my addictive behavior? In addiction recovery since 2006 and professionally helping others since 2011 to realize their own recovery, I am uniquely positioned to help you with your struggles with addictive substances and behaviors. Let’s start right now. Today your life changes from suffering to success.
Real Men. Real Addiction Help. Real Talk Therapy. How does addiction work? How do I counteract it? What is behind my addictive behavior? In addiction recovery since 2006 and professionally helping others since 2011 to realize their own recovery, I am uniquely positioned to help you with your struggles with addictive substances and behaviors. Let’s start right now. Today your life changes from suffering to success.
I treat individuals and couples who present with a range of needs, from debilitating eating disorders to mild anxiety and to issues that cannot be described in five words or less. I see the whole person rather than a group of symptoms with the recognition that people are complex and that most of us have difficulties in one or more areas of our lives. I work to help people become more integrated which, I believe, helps them lead more fulfilling lives. Life isn't so easy sometimes, but through insight change is possible.
I treat individuals and couples who present with a range of needs, from debilitating eating disorders to mild anxiety and to issues that cannot be described in five words or less. I see the whole person rather than a group of symptoms with the recognition that people are complex and that most of us have difficulties in one or more areas of our lives. I work to help people become more integrated which, I believe, helps them lead more fulfilling lives. Life isn't so easy sometimes, but through insight change is possible.
Thanks for stopping by! I specialize in therapy for eating disorders, self-harm, trauma, relationship struggles, depression, and anxiety. I am a Health At Every Size (HAES) aligned clinician, LGBTQ+ supporter and interested in working with neurodivergent clients and those with complex medical issues, recognizing the unique “mosaic” of each individual’s identity. I am passionate about education, supervision, and treatment at the intersection of severe eating disorders and attachment trauma, carving out a niche in this area with effective outcomes. It would be my privilege to support you on your unique journey!
Thanks for stopping by! I specialize in therapy for eating disorders, self-harm, trauma, relationship struggles, depression, and anxiety. I am a Health At Every Size (HAES) aligned clinician, LGBTQ+ supporter and interested in working with neurodivergent clients and those with complex medical issues, recognizing the unique “mosaic” of each individual’s identity. I am passionate about education, supervision, and treatment at the intersection of severe eating disorders and attachment trauma, carving out a niche in this area with effective outcomes. It would be my privilege to support you on your unique journey!
With 14 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 25 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
With 14 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 25 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
It is hard to overcome depression, anxiety, and trauma on your own. You are not alone. I use Evidence-Based Psychotherapies – proven to help people just like you recover from depression, trauma, and stress. Cognitive Behavioral Therapies (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) are based in brain science. I also work with couples, using Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method, and Cognitive Behavioral Couples Therapy for PTSD. I provide telehealth in MD, DC, MA, NY, VA, and throughout all Psypact states.
It is hard to overcome depression, anxiety, and trauma on your own. You are not alone. I use Evidence-Based Psychotherapies – proven to help people just like you recover from depression, trauma, and stress. Cognitive Behavioral Therapies (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) are based in brain science. I also work with couples, using Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method, and Cognitive Behavioral Couples Therapy for PTSD. I provide telehealth in MD, DC, MA, NY, VA, and throughout all Psypact states.
I have an extensive and unique clinical experience with more than 15 years in inpatient and outpatients settings. I have helped many individuals with assorted emotional problems, including PTSD, mood and adjustment disorders, grief, anger, ADHD, and borderline personality disorder. I also serve as a mental health consultant for childhood and early childhood programs in Fairfax where I provide play therapy for young children with emotional and behavioral problems and parents' consultations.
I have an extensive and unique clinical experience with more than 15 years in inpatient and outpatients settings. I have helped many individuals with assorted emotional problems, including PTSD, mood and adjustment disorders, grief, anger, ADHD, and borderline personality disorder. I also serve as a mental health consultant for childhood and early childhood programs in Fairfax where I provide play therapy for young children with emotional and behavioral problems and parents' consultations.
I welcome anyone into my practice who is interested in making sustainable life changes, Here & NOW. I've been lucky to work with a diverse client population in a variety of clinical settings and specialities including private practice, children & families, adolescents, young adults, healthcare, rural and urban, inpatient and outpatient, dual diagnoses, LGBTQIA, and community mental health across three states and the District of Columbia. All of my experiences have deepened my understanding of the regional, socioeconomic, cultural, racial, and ethnic diversity where I live. Change is possible for everyone. I can help.
I welcome anyone into my practice who is interested in making sustainable life changes, Here & NOW. I've been lucky to work with a diverse client population in a variety of clinical settings and specialities including private practice, children & families, adolescents, young adults, healthcare, rural and urban, inpatient and outpatient, dual diagnoses, LGBTQIA, and community mental health across three states and the District of Columbia. All of my experiences have deepened my understanding of the regional, socioeconomic, cultural, racial, and ethnic diversity where I live. Change is possible for everyone. I can help.
I work with college students, professionals, immigrants, and LGBTQ+ individuals navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, identity exploration, and relationship challenges. Many of my clients come from diverse cultural backgrounds or marginalized communities, including Latinx and first-generation individuals. They’re not just seeking coping tools, but a space for meaningful insight, personal growth, and authentic support.
I work with college students, professionals, immigrants, and LGBTQ+ individuals navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, identity exploration, and relationship challenges. Many of my clients come from diverse cultural backgrounds or marginalized communities, including Latinx and first-generation individuals. They’re not just seeking coping tools, but a space for meaningful insight, personal growth, and authentic support.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
