Therapists in Washington, DC
Dr. Dunn’s practice is currently at capacity and not accepting new clients (July 2026). Availability is reviewed monthly—please check back for updates.
Dr. Dunn specializes in treating anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, and identity-related concerns, with particular expertise working with LGBTQ+ adults. He provides evidence-based, culturally responsive therapy in Washington, DC and via telehealth across PSYPACT states. His approach is active and collaborative, helping clients better understand patterns, build practical skills, and make meaningful changes aligned with their values.
Dr. Dunn’s practice is currently at capacity and not accepting new clients (July 2026). Availability is reviewed monthly—please check back for updates.
Dr. Dunn specializes in treating anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, and identity-related concerns, with particular expertise working with LGBTQ+ adults. He provides evidence-based, culturally responsive therapy in Washington, DC and via telehealth across PSYPACT states. His approach is active and collaborative, helping clients better understand patterns, build practical skills, and make meaningful changes aligned with their values.
Therapy can be an intimidating process, and my goal is to provide an open, safe environment to help instill support, understanding and empowerment throughout your therapeutic journey. Whether you’re looking to build confidence as an individual or within your relationship, together we can build the tools you need to succeed. I believe in fostering hope and creating a safe space for individuals/couples/families to process, as well as find healthy solutions.My passion is helping others find confidence within themselves, and/or within relationships.
Therapy can be an intimidating process, and my goal is to provide an open, safe environment to help instill support, understanding and empowerment throughout your therapeutic journey. Whether you’re looking to build confidence as an individual or within your relationship, together we can build the tools you need to succeed. I believe in fostering hope and creating a safe space for individuals/couples/families to process, as well as find healthy solutions.My passion is helping others find confidence within themselves, and/or within relationships.
Whether you're navigating a difficult period or recognizing that familiar ways of relating no longer serve you, I help clients make sense of the patterns shaping their emotional lives and relationships so they can create more connected, authentic, and fulfilling lives. I offer individual and interpersonal process group therapy grounded in the belief that our relationships shape how we experience ourselves and the world.
Whether you're navigating a difficult period or recognizing that familiar ways of relating no longer serve you, I help clients make sense of the patterns shaping their emotional lives and relationships so they can create more connected, authentic, and fulfilling lives. I offer individual and interpersonal process group therapy grounded in the belief that our relationships shape how we experience ourselves and the world.
With extensive work, life and academic experience, I am well equipped to work with, and along-side early, mid, and senior professionals navigating life's challenges.
Challenges include and are not limited to: Anxiety, depression, OCD, relationship and family difficulties, infertility, parenting after infertility and assisted reproduction.
Areas of particular expertise include adjustment to change, decision-making, and infertility related experiences and the processing of them. I have authored a related book Struggling with Infertility (2024).
With extensive work, life and academic experience, I am well equipped to work with, and along-side early, mid, and senior professionals navigating life's challenges.
Challenges include and are not limited to: Anxiety, depression, OCD, relationship and family difficulties, infertility, parenting after infertility and assisted reproduction.
Areas of particular expertise include adjustment to change, decision-making, and infertility related experiences and the processing of them. I have authored a related book Struggling with Infertility (2024).
Time for Change Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 15 years of extensive experience, specializing in individual therapy for (children, adolescents, teenagers and adults).
I assist individuals and families facing various mental health challenges, including behavioral issues, substance abuse, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, past and present traumas, and life transitions. I believe that you are the foremost expert on your own life, and my role is to support you in your journey.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 15 years of extensive experience, specializing in individual therapy for (children, adolescents, teenagers and adults).
I assist individuals and families facing various mental health challenges, including behavioral issues, substance abuse, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, past and present traumas, and life transitions. I believe that you are the foremost expert on your own life, and my role is to support you in your journey.
I believe that everyone is deserving of care, kindness, and support. My approach is client-centered and grounded in unconditional positive regard – universally treating people with respect, dignity, and understanding. Over time, I build rapport and establish a sense of relational and emotional safety with my clients that allows them to take a closer look at their thought patterns, behaviors, beliefs, and emotions.
I believe that everyone is deserving of care, kindness, and support. My approach is client-centered and grounded in unconditional positive regard – universally treating people with respect, dignity, and understanding. Over time, I build rapport and establish a sense of relational and emotional safety with my clients that allows them to take a closer look at their thought patterns, behaviors, beliefs, and emotions.
I work with dolescents and adults striving to cope effectively with problems associated with depression, anxiety, anger, substance abuse, stress, and medical health issues.
I work with dolescents and adults striving to cope effectively with problems associated with depression, anxiety, anger, substance abuse, stress, and medical health issues.
Hi, I'm Eileen Persichetti, a clinical social worker providing virtual therapy to clients based in Washington, D.C and Pennsylvania. I specialize in providing compassionate, evidence-based therapy to individuals navigating life's challenges, from anxiety and depression to relationship struggles, trauma, and life transitions. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can feel heard, supported, and empowered to make meaningful changes in your life. My practice is rooted in a mix of evidenced based approaches, and mindfulness-based therapies, all of which can be tailored to your unique needs and goals.
Hi, I'm Eileen Persichetti, a clinical social worker providing virtual therapy to clients based in Washington, D.C and Pennsylvania. I specialize in providing compassionate, evidence-based therapy to individuals navigating life's challenges, from anxiety and depression to relationship struggles, trauma, and life transitions. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can feel heard, supported, and empowered to make meaningful changes in your life. My practice is rooted in a mix of evidenced based approaches, and mindfulness-based therapies, all of which can be tailored to your unique needs and goals.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or not quite like yourself? Maybe you're navigating a life change, dealing with anxiety or depression, feeling drained by relationships, or carrying the weight of past experiences. I work with individuals across the lifespan and gender identities, but I specialize in working with young adult women who are coping with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, codependency, and chronic illness. My clients are often thoughtful, high-achieving people who’ve spent years caring for others and are now realizing it’s time to care for themselves, too.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or not quite like yourself? Maybe you're navigating a life change, dealing with anxiety or depression, feeling drained by relationships, or carrying the weight of past experiences. I work with individuals across the lifespan and gender identities, but I specialize in working with young adult women who are coping with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, codependency, and chronic illness. My clients are often thoughtful, high-achieving people who’ve spent years caring for others and are now realizing it’s time to care for themselves, too.
Brooke supports individual adults and couples who struggle with daily life experiences that others seem to navigate with ease. With 20 years of experience, she uses a conversational approach to create a collaborative open dialogue often missing in traditional care. While she teaches immediate nervous system regulation, her primary focus is on processing and transforming the root causes of distress—including anxiety, executive dysfunction, and complex trauma (CPTSD).
Brooke supports individual adults and couples who struggle with daily life experiences that others seem to navigate with ease. With 20 years of experience, she uses a conversational approach to create a collaborative open dialogue often missing in traditional care. While she teaches immediate nervous system regulation, her primary focus is on processing and transforming the root causes of distress—including anxiety, executive dysfunction, and complex trauma (CPTSD).
For 24 years, I've been helping people shed the weights others placed on our shoulders. Whether it's the whisper that says you're not enough, the inherited beliefs that don't fit who you truly are, or the burden of past experiences you couldn't control - there is a path forward.
For 24 years, I've been helping people shed the weights others placed on our shoulders. Whether it's the whisper that says you're not enough, the inherited beliefs that don't fit who you truly are, or the burden of past experiences you couldn't control - there is a path forward.
It's my privilege to work with adults suffering from historical or recent trauma, new parents, individuals with depression, anxiety, or relationship challenges, as well as people suffering from grief and loss. My philosophy is that therapy is foremost for you and your own growth, and I am so honored to be a witness on your journey. Let's find your new chapter together.
It's my privilege to work with adults suffering from historical or recent trauma, new parents, individuals with depression, anxiety, or relationship challenges, as well as people suffering from grief and loss. My philosophy is that therapy is foremost for you and your own growth, and I am so honored to be a witness on your journey. Let's find your new chapter together.
My ideal client is a young person who is ready to explore their identity in a meaningful and compassionate way. They might be navigating questions about gender and sexuality, or feeling the weight of anxiety, depression, or trauma that has been difficult to process on their own. They may be struggling with self-acceptance, societal pressures, or a fear of rejection. Whether they are looking to understand their gender identity more clearly, manage mental health struggles, or heal from past experiences, they are committed to the journey of therapy and personal growth.
My ideal client is a young person who is ready to explore their identity in a meaningful and compassionate way. They might be navigating questions about gender and sexuality, or feeling the weight of anxiety, depression, or trauma that has been difficult to process on their own. They may be struggling with self-acceptance, societal pressures, or a fear of rejection. Whether they are looking to understand their gender identity more clearly, manage mental health struggles, or heal from past experiences, they are committed to the journey of therapy and personal growth.
I am deeply inspired by the words of Viktor Frankl: “Between stimulus and response, there is a space. In that space lies our freedom and power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our happiness.” This philosophy shapes my approach to therapy. Life can present overwhelming challenges—anxiety, trauma, grief, cultural expectations, relationship struggles, or moments when we feel stuck and uncertain about the future. During these times, it may seem as though our circumstances are controlling us. Yet I believe that even in our most difficult moments, there is a space where growth becomes possible.
I am deeply inspired by the words of Viktor Frankl: “Between stimulus and response, there is a space. In that space lies our freedom and power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our happiness.” This philosophy shapes my approach to therapy. Life can present overwhelming challenges—anxiety, trauma, grief, cultural expectations, relationship struggles, or moments when we feel stuck and uncertain about the future. During these times, it may seem as though our circumstances are controlling us. Yet I believe that even in our most difficult moments, there is a space where growth becomes possible.
I am a psychotherapist in private practice in Washington, DC, where I provide individual and couples therapy. I bring a warm, supportive, non-judgmental, and collaborative style to therapy. I believe that everyone has the ability to heal and grow. Therapy can help you navigate life's challenges, including anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, and more. It can also help you gain a better understanding of yourself and your relationships. This can lead to a greater sense of authenticity, meaning, and connection.
I am a psychotherapist in private practice in Washington, DC, where I provide individual and couples therapy. I bring a warm, supportive, non-judgmental, and collaborative style to therapy. I believe that everyone has the ability to heal and grow. Therapy can help you navigate life's challenges, including anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, and more. It can also help you gain a better understanding of yourself and your relationships. This can lead to a greater sense of authenticity, meaning, and connection.
Therapy at its heart is a creative process where we work collaboratively to uncover the root causes of what’s getting you stuck. Along the way, we discover what brings you a sense of meaning and purpose in your life. I specialize in working with adults who are interested in self-growth and identity development, in addition to finding relief from symptoms. I have experience treating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship concerns, stress/burnout, career development, and building self-esteem & self-compassion.
Therapy at its heart is a creative process where we work collaboratively to uncover the root causes of what’s getting you stuck. Along the way, we discover what brings you a sense of meaning and purpose in your life. I specialize in working with adults who are interested in self-growth and identity development, in addition to finding relief from symptoms. I have experience treating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship concerns, stress/burnout, career development, and building self-esteem & self-compassion.
Hello and welcome. Burdened by thoughts and emotions, having difficulty focusing or completing tasks, feeling overwhelmed, anxious or hopeless; therapy can help. The journey to improved mental health and inner peace should not be taken alone. Through therapy, I seek to assist in identifying the root of distress and develop improved methods of coping to enhance the overall quality of life of my clients. Whether it's Depression, Anxiety, ADHD or daily life stressors i.e relationships, parenting or work environment, I can help.
Hello and welcome. Burdened by thoughts and emotions, having difficulty focusing or completing tasks, feeling overwhelmed, anxious or hopeless; therapy can help. The journey to improved mental health and inner peace should not be taken alone. Through therapy, I seek to assist in identifying the root of distress and develop improved methods of coping to enhance the overall quality of life of my clients. Whether it's Depression, Anxiety, ADHD or daily life stressors i.e relationships, parenting or work environment, I can help.
Limited availability as of July 8, 2026. As a lesbian, gray-asexual, autistic, transgender woman and licensed clinical psychologist, I specializes in working with transgender, asexual, and neurodivergent college students and young adults in areas of identity exploration, trauma processing, outpatient disordered eating, relational stressors, mindfulness, emotion regulation, and navigating career path transitions. I have a deep passion for helping clients uncover and embrace their authentic self and move toward a life that feels truly fulfilling. I also provide adult AuDHD testing/assessments and support letters for surgery.
Limited availability as of July 8, 2026. As a lesbian, gray-asexual, autistic, transgender woman and licensed clinical psychologist, I specializes in working with transgender, asexual, and neurodivergent college students and young adults in areas of identity exploration, trauma processing, outpatient disordered eating, relational stressors, mindfulness, emotion regulation, and navigating career path transitions. I have a deep passion for helping clients uncover and embrace their authentic self and move toward a life that feels truly fulfilling. I also provide adult AuDHD testing/assessments and support letters for surgery.
Nick Donahue: ADHD Therapy for Adults &
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
3 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20009
Let’s be honest — ADHD can be brutal.
Your brain feels overloaded, so you do whatever you can to shut it off for a while. Scrolling. Zoning out. Smoking weed or pouring another drink. Avoiding the thing you’re supposed to be doing. Then the next morning you wake up anxious, foggy, frustrated with yourself, and somehow even further behind.
Rinse. Repeat.
If you or your teenager has ADHD, you may feel like you're constantly trying to keep up with your own mind. The harder you try to “just focus,” the worse it seems to get — and over time, it can easily chip away at your confidence.
That’s where therapy can help!
Let’s be honest — ADHD can be brutal.
Your brain feels overloaded, so you do whatever you can to shut it off for a while. Scrolling. Zoning out. Smoking weed or pouring another drink. Avoiding the thing you’re supposed to be doing. Then the next morning you wake up anxious, foggy, frustrated with yourself, and somehow even further behind.
Rinse. Repeat.
If you or your teenager has ADHD, you may feel like you're constantly trying to keep up with your own mind. The harder you try to “just focus,” the worse it seems to get — and over time, it can easily chip away at your confidence.
That’s where therapy can help!
I am Shanell Cooper, LGSW, a therapist with Arelis Perez Psychotherapy Services, LLC, and I specialize in working with teens and young adults navigating trauma, anxiety, and major life transitions. I offer a supportive, trauma-informed space where you can feel safe exploring your experiences, emotions, and identity without judgment. I understand that young adulthood can be a time filled with uncertainty, pressure, and change—especially when past or ongoing trauma is part of your story.
I am Shanell Cooper, LGSW, a therapist with Arelis Perez Psychotherapy Services, LLC, and I specialize in working with teens and young adults navigating trauma, anxiety, and major life transitions. I offer a supportive, trauma-informed space where you can feel safe exploring your experiences, emotions, and identity without judgment. I understand that young adulthood can be a time filled with uncertainty, pressure, and change—especially when past or ongoing trauma is part of your story.
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Number of Therapists in Washington, DC
3,000+
Average cost per session
$186
Therapists in Washington, DC who prioritize treating:
| 92% | Anxiety |
| 92% | Social Anxiety |
| 92% | Health Anxiety |
| 92% | Driving Anxiety |
| 86% | Depression |
| 79% | Relationship Issues |
| 75% | Relationship Anxiety |
Average years in practice
13 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 70% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 69% | Aetna |
| 63% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Washington, DC see their clients
| 52% | In Person and Online | |
| 48% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 79% | Female | |
| 19% | Male | |
| 2% | Non-Binary |