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Do you feel overwhelmed and in need of some guidance? Does it feel like everything around you is changing and you don’t know where to begin? I believe we are all capable of healing and finding peace, we just might need a little help to get there. In my practice, I help clients navigate change by recognizing their emotions, inspiring insight, exploring their beliefs, and getting in touch with their bodies. Together, we explore the roots of your issues with the goal of reducing anxiety and depression, processing past traumas, understanding your relationships, and making meaning out of life transitions and loss.
I specialize in working with adults experiencing infertility, miscarriages, pregnancy, and postpartum concerns, creating a safe and gentle space to help integrate these profound changes and explore acceptance. Born and raised in Puerto Rico, I bring a multicultural approach to my work and also offer sessions in Spanish.
I get it, change is hard, especially when it's not in our control. But change can also be a unique opportunity to reassess and understand who we are and what we want out of our lives. If you are looking for extra support at this time, I’d be honored to accompany you on that journey.
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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Washington, DC 20036

(202) 318-1847
My website
I'm currently only offering online, video or phone sessions through secure Telehealth services. Book now by clicking on my website.
I specialize in Anxiety, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum and Life Transitions 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (202) 318-1847
Photo of Elise Brau, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Washington, DC 20036

(202) 318-1847
My website
I'm currently only offering online, video or phone sessions through secure Telehealth services. Book now by clicking on my website.
I specialize in Anxiety, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum and Life Transitions 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $175
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • CareFirst
  • Out of Network
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Elise Brau
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
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Elise Brau
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (202) 318-1847

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of District of Columbia / PRC200001951 Elise Brau
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended The George Washington Universtiy
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Elise Brau
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (202) 318-1847
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Elise Brau
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (202) 318-1847

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Life Transitions

Expertise

  • Coping Skills
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Grief
  • Infertility
  • Mood Disorders
  • Peer Relationships
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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Elise Brau
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (202) 318-1847
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Elise Brau
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (202) 318-1847

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

I also speak

Spanish

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

I also speak

Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Eclectic
  • Existential
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Multicultural
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused
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Elise Brau
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (202) 318-1847
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Elise Brau
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (202) 318-1847

Location

Primary Location

Washington, DC 20036

(202) 318-1847
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I'm currently only offering online, video or phone sessions through secure Telehealth services. Book now by clicking on my website.
Photo of Elise Brau, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Elise Brau
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Call for a free consultation now - (202) 318-1847
"
I'm currently only offering online, video or phone sessions through secure Telehealth services. Book now by clicking on my website.
Photo of Elise Brau, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Elise Brau
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Call for a free consultation now - (202) 318-1847