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Roberta Eisen
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20016
Services include: Mediation; parent, family, and individual counseling; and collaborative divorce, a family-focused intervention specifically designed to meet the needs of your family.
Being a parent can be one of life’s greatest rewards. It also is one of life’s most challenging responsibilities. My goal is to assist parents and children through the transitions of divorce and beyond to achieve the best outcomes possible.
Services include: Mediation; parent, family, and individual counseling; and collaborative divorce, a family-focused intervention specifically designed to meet the needs of your family.
Being a parent can be one of life’s greatest rewards. It also is one of life’s most challenging responsibilities. My goal is to assist parents and children through the transitions of divorce and beyond to achieve the best outcomes possible.
(202) 517-7639 View (202) 517-7639
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Jillian Meinhardt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20009  (Online Only)
Are you a parent of a child, teen or young adult struggling with big emotions that take over your child's body? Does your child have trouble leaving the house, nervous about new situations, have excess energy, feel low or experience mood swings? Are you a young adult entering a new phase or overwhelmed with today's pressures of work, family, friends and relationships? Are you looking for a clinician that can connect with you and understands the pressures of today? With a background in therapeutic and specials education school settings, we use creative tools to connect with you and your child to support you.
Are you a parent of a child, teen or young adult struggling with big emotions that take over your child's body? Does your child have trouble leaving the house, nervous about new situations, have excess energy, feel low or experience mood swings? Are you a young adult entering a new phase or overwhelmed with today's pressures of work, family, friends and relationships? Are you looking for a clinician that can connect with you and understands the pressures of today? With a background in therapeutic and specials education school settings, we use creative tools to connect with you and your child to support you.
(202) 875-6450 View (202) 875-6450
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SMYAL's LGBTQ+ Clinical Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20003
This support group is for parents, caregivers, friends, and family of LGBTQIA+ individuals.
SMYAL’s mental health counseling services offer FREE therapy and provides a safe and inclusive space for you to explore your emotions and experiences. We know that finding a therapist who understands you and your community can be frustrating, expensive, and nerve-wracking. At SMYAL, we’re working to remove these barriers. Our team of therapists are well-versed in the challenges that LGBTQ+ youth face, and we are here to help you navigate those challenges with confidence and resilience. Whether you’re you’re struggling with self-acceptance, coming out, or dealing with discrimination, SMYAL is here for you!
This support group is for parents, caregivers, friends, and family of LGBTQIA+ individuals.
SMYAL’s mental health counseling services offer FREE therapy and provides a safe and inclusive space for you to explore your emotions and experiences. We know that finding a therapist who understands you and your community can be frustrating, expensive, and nerve-wracking. At SMYAL, we’re working to remove these barriers. Our team of therapists are well-versed in the challenges that LGBTQ+ youth face, and we are here to help you navigate those challenges with confidence and resilience. Whether you’re you’re struggling with self-acceptance, coming out, or dealing with discrimination, SMYAL is here for you!
(202) 804-0992 View (202) 804-0992
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Jamilah Hakim
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20024
Hello, I am Jamilah. I am a Marriage and Family Therapist Intern. I understand the difficulties that life can present. My passion lies in supporting individuals, couples, and families as they navigate through life's challenges. I am dedicated to establishing a secure and nurturing space where clients can explore their emotions, develop effective communication skills, and cultivate resilient bonds within their relationships.
Hello, I am Jamilah. I am a Marriage and Family Therapist Intern. I understand the difficulties that life can present. My passion lies in supporting individuals, couples, and families as they navigate through life's challenges. I am dedicated to establishing a secure and nurturing space where clients can explore their emotions, develop effective communication skills, and cultivate resilient bonds within their relationships.
(844) 987-3097 View (844) 987-3097
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Dr. Jeff J. Rocker
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, NCC, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20006
in Marriage and Family therapy from Nova Southeastern University.
With 12 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 14 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.
in Marriage and Family therapy from Nova Southeastern University.
With 12 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 14 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.
(786) 526-0294 View (786) 526-0294
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Dr. Francine Baffa, LCSW — Balance, Focus, Support
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, BCBA-D
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20005
Do you feel stuck? Are external obstacles, or your own internal fears, holding you back from living a full and meaningful life? In therapy, you can grow, heal, and move forward. Anxiety, depression, ADHD, and Autism Spectrum Disorder are real challenges. You can expect to build lifelong coping skills that enable you to reach your goals and experience sustained healing. You can feel calmer, more balanced, more motivated, and more focused. You can learn to build and sustain healthier and more satisfying relationships with family, work colleagues, and romantic partners. Contact me today. I am looking forward to hearing your story.
Do you feel stuck? Are external obstacles, or your own internal fears, holding you back from living a full and meaningful life? In therapy, you can grow, heal, and move forward. Anxiety, depression, ADHD, and Autism Spectrum Disorder are real challenges. You can expect to build lifelong coping skills that enable you to reach your goals and experience sustained healing. You can feel calmer, more balanced, more motivated, and more focused. You can learn to build and sustain healthier and more satisfying relationships with family, work colleagues, and romantic partners. Contact me today. I am looking forward to hearing your story.
(703) 782-3846 View (703) 782-3846
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Jessica Cetoute
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20006  (Online Only)
Congratulations on taking this next step towards achieving your wellbeing goals! Life is filled with various turning points and anxiety provoking situations, especially during a global pandemic and televised racial inequality. Are you tired of living the day to day grind without much motivation? Do you feel stressed or overwhelmed from all the pressure to perform from family, friends, your child, partner, society, and/or work? Perhaps you’re feeling stuck, need advice about a problem, or a motivational push to reconnect with your whole self, and finally accomplish that goal you have been holding off?
Congratulations on taking this next step towards achieving your wellbeing goals! Life is filled with various turning points and anxiety provoking situations, especially during a global pandemic and televised racial inequality. Are you tired of living the day to day grind without much motivation? Do you feel stressed or overwhelmed from all the pressure to perform from family, friends, your child, partner, society, and/or work? Perhaps you’re feeling stuck, need advice about a problem, or a motivational push to reconnect with your whole self, and finally accomplish that goal you have been holding off?
(202) 894-9447 View (202) 894-9447
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Fortitude Wellness Collective
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20002  (Online Only)
We offer a wide range of services, including individual, couples, and family therapy.
Accepting New Clients! At Fortitude Wellness Collective, our mission is to provide culturally competent mental health therapy services to individuals from diverse backgrounds. We strive to create a safe and inclusive environment where individuals can feel heard and understood, and work towards achieving their mental wellness goals. We are dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate mental health care. Together, we offer a wide range of evidence-based treatments and services to help individuals of all ages and backgrounds achieve optimal mental health and well-being.
We offer a wide range of services, including individual, couples, and family therapy.
Accepting New Clients! At Fortitude Wellness Collective, our mission is to provide culturally competent mental health therapy services to individuals from diverse backgrounds. We strive to create a safe and inclusive environment where individuals can feel heard and understood, and work towards achieving their mental wellness goals. We are dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate mental health care. Together, we offer a wide range of evidence-based treatments and services to help individuals of all ages and backgrounds achieve optimal mental health and well-being.
(202) 629-0429 View (202) 629-0429
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Le Fleur Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20011  (Online Only)
Life can present with challenging situations that can cause you to stop growing. These disruptions can sometimes cause you to become stagnant or make you feel like continuing is impossible. These situations can be caused by internal or external triggers. Resulting in conflict with family, relationships, career or your peace of mind. It could impact how you feel about yourself, the world, and communicate with your partner or cope with life. Regardless of the issue, we would be glad to speak with you. Together we will identify and create the best patterns and coping methods that help you fully blossom into you ideal self.
Life can present with challenging situations that can cause you to stop growing. These disruptions can sometimes cause you to become stagnant or make you feel like continuing is impossible. These situations can be caused by internal or external triggers. Resulting in conflict with family, relationships, career or your peace of mind. It could impact how you feel about yourself, the world, and communicate with your partner or cope with life. Regardless of the issue, we would be glad to speak with you. Together we will identify and create the best patterns and coping methods that help you fully blossom into you ideal self.
(410) 835-9199 View (410) 835-9199
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Gordon Cohen
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20008
The time is right to take action and start therapy, begin to relieve your pain and transform your life. Most of us can’t do it alone. I am here to help you navigate life’s twists and turns, find lasting change and thrive. Together, we will work to resolve day-to-day problems and dive deeper into larger issues: anxiety, depression, isolation, family crises, complicated relationships, grief, lose, abuse and trauma. My clients come from around the world and different walks of life: straight, adult women and men; members of the LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities; interracial couples; and adoptive parents.
The time is right to take action and start therapy, begin to relieve your pain and transform your life. Most of us can’t do it alone. I am here to help you navigate life’s twists and turns, find lasting change and thrive. Together, we will work to resolve day-to-day problems and dive deeper into larger issues: anxiety, depression, isolation, family crises, complicated relationships, grief, lose, abuse and trauma. My clients come from around the world and different walks of life: straight, adult women and men; members of the LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities; interracial couples; and adoptive parents.
(202) 738-5020 View (202) 738-5020
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Malca Gottlieb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20016  (Online Only)
Malca Gottlieb is described by her clients as a wonderful listener -- calm, patient, and deeply insightful about people and their relationships. She works with clients who may feel routinized or feel that their passions and ambitions are being frustrated by their surroundings. She specializes in working with families and individuals who feel that family dynamics may be working against them, and who seek better relationships for themselves and their families. Malca helps her clients engage with the world in a way that prioritizes collaboration over conflict. Malca is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LC50079200) in
Malca Gottlieb is described by her clients as a wonderful listener -- calm, patient, and deeply insightful about people and their relationships. She works with clients who may feel routinized or feel that their passions and ambitions are being frustrated by their surroundings. She specializes in working with families and individuals who feel that family dynamics may be working against them, and who seek better relationships for themselves and their families. Malca helps her clients engage with the world in a way that prioritizes collaboration over conflict. Malca is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LC50079200) in
(202) 831-3282 View (202) 831-3282
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Laureen E DiMattia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20001  (Online Only)
As a clinician, I employ therapy techniques from strongly supported evidence-based methods, such as Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Eco-Systemic Family Therapy.
Welcome to my practice! Thank you for considering me on your journey. I founded Seasons of Strength to provide compassionate, effective, evidence-based psychotherapy for adults, couples, and families from Washington DC. As an independent private practice clinician, I offer an individually tailored therapy experience designed to help you or your loved one reach your goals and achieve wellness. No matter how bad things might seem, no matter what challenges you are facing, I believe there is hope.
As a clinician, I employ therapy techniques from strongly supported evidence-based methods, such as Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Eco-Systemic Family Therapy.
Welcome to my practice! Thank you for considering me on your journey. I founded Seasons of Strength to provide compassionate, effective, evidence-based psychotherapy for adults, couples, and families from Washington DC. As an independent private practice clinician, I offer an individually tailored therapy experience designed to help you or your loved one reach your goals and achieve wellness. No matter how bad things might seem, no matter what challenges you are facing, I believe there is hope.
(551) 231-1179 View (551) 231-1179
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Vera C Sky, LiCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20015
Thirty years experience has supplemented traditional treatment options including offering sessions creating genograms or transgenerational family trees which can vividly inspire insights with or without family members present.
Welcome to my practice!. What ever your needs, I approach our work with zest and empathy which comes from broad experience working in psychiatric and health settings. Whether with problems of elderly, families,couples or people facing job loss, academic problems, illness, bereavement, trauma or the loneliness of anxiety and depression, psychotherapy can bring relief and find inner strengths and possibilities. I focus especially on communication skills, and deprograming early dysfunctional messages which interfere with forming relationships in all aspects of life. Together we will meet your immediate needs and begin a longer journey towards fulfilling your deepest aspirations.
Thirty years experience has supplemented traditional treatment options including offering sessions creating genograms or transgenerational family trees which can vividly inspire insights with or without family members present.
Welcome to my practice!. What ever your needs, I approach our work with zest and empathy which comes from broad experience working in psychiatric and health settings. Whether with problems of elderly, families,couples or people facing job loss, academic problems, illness, bereavement, trauma or the loneliness of anxiety and depression, psychotherapy can bring relief and find inner strengths and possibilities. I focus especially on communication skills, and deprograming early dysfunctional messages which interfere with forming relationships in all aspects of life. Together we will meet your immediate needs and begin a longer journey towards fulfilling your deepest aspirations.
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Susan R Driscoll
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20002  (Online Only)
I am not currently accepting clients for my caseload, however, I am currently scheduling for a Marriage and Family intern who I am supervising.
Susan R. Driscoll is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in Washington DC who entered the field with an interest in helping couples, families, and individuals develop their inherent strengths to create positive and lasting change in their lives. She brings a compassionate, empathic, authentic, and flexible approach to each of her clients. Susan considers the therapeutic alliance between herself and her clients as a partnership with the goal of empowering clients to be effective experts in their own lives.
I am not currently accepting clients for my caseload, however, I am currently scheduling for a Marriage and Family intern who I am supervising.
Susan R. Driscoll is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in Washington DC who entered the field with an interest in helping couples, families, and individuals develop their inherent strengths to create positive and lasting change in their lives. She brings a compassionate, empathic, authentic, and flexible approach to each of her clients. Susan considers the therapeutic alliance between herself and her clients as a partnership with the goal of empowering clients to be effective experts in their own lives.
(202) 972-4287 View (202) 972-4287
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Latissha Isby
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20019  (Online Only)
I enjoy working with pre-teens, adolescents and adults as I provide individual, family and couple’s therapy.
I sincerely believe one of the most courageous things you can do is to begin the work to understand your own story. Beginning the journey of therapy can be a daunting process but incredibly fulfilling and life changing; it can allow you to discover parts of yourself that you may not have known existed. I applaud you for making this courageous decision! In a safe and accepting space, I empower people to help themselves by using the expertise of their own life, guided by my formal training and clinical insights.
I enjoy working with pre-teens, adolescents and adults as I provide individual, family and couple’s therapy.
I sincerely believe one of the most courageous things you can do is to begin the work to understand your own story. Beginning the journey of therapy can be a daunting process but incredibly fulfilling and life changing; it can allow you to discover parts of yourself that you may not have known existed. I applaud you for making this courageous decision! In a safe and accepting space, I empower people to help themselves by using the expertise of their own life, guided by my formal training and clinical insights.
(202) 217-0971 View (202) 217-0971
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Nicolle Castro Caroca
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20009  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I integrate cultural relational therapy, structural family therapy, attachment therapy, and multicultural feminist therapy (among others) to creatively interrupt the cycles of suffering and misattunement, strengthen self-compassion, and inner-strength and consciousness.
Originally from Chile, I am a bilingual culturally-conscious and trauma-informed therapist helping individuals heal from intergenerational trauma, migratory and cultural issues, family dysfunction, sex and relational issues, and mood disorders. Whether this is your first time or not, if you’re here you’re taking an active step to dedicate time and invest in you and your wellbeing. That is AWESOME. I value the co-creation of a strong relationship that allows reconnection with your emotional self, all the intersections of your existence, and the life experiences that informed your view of self and the world.
I integrate cultural relational therapy, structural family therapy, attachment therapy, and multicultural feminist therapy (among others) to creatively interrupt the cycles of suffering and misattunement, strengthen self-compassion, and inner-strength and consciousness.
Originally from Chile, I am a bilingual culturally-conscious and trauma-informed therapist helping individuals heal from intergenerational trauma, migratory and cultural issues, family dysfunction, sex and relational issues, and mood disorders. Whether this is your first time or not, if you’re here you’re taking an active step to dedicate time and invest in you and your wellbeing. That is AWESOME. I value the co-creation of a strong relationship that allows reconnection with your emotional self, all the intersections of your existence, and the life experiences that informed your view of self and the world.
(202) 846-2337 View (202) 846-2337
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Priya K Tahim
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20007
I strive to create a healthy therapeutic relationship with each individual/couple/family, in order create a judgement free zone to process thoughts, feelings, and emotions.
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.
I strive to create a healthy therapeutic relationship with each individual/couple/family, in order create a judgement free zone to process thoughts, feelings, and emotions.
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.
(202) 899-8253 View (202) 899-8253
Metropolitan Family Connect PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LICSW-C
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20036  (Online Only)
As Licensed Independent Clinical Social Workers, we offer individual & family therapy for adults and children of all ages and abilities.
Are you having a hard time dealing with the struggles and adversity in your life? Do you have a difficult time handling stressful situation and anxious moments? Are you in need of someone to speak one but are unable to articulate your feelings? If so, then perhaps therapy or some combination of different approaches might be right for you! We offer supportive and non - judgmental spaces to provide a client centered and strength based session. Our areas of expertise include: experiencing loss, depression, trauma, anger management, anxiety, low self esteem, medical and other mental health behavioral health challenges.
As Licensed Independent Clinical Social Workers, we offer individual & family therapy for adults and children of all ages and abilities.
Are you having a hard time dealing with the struggles and adversity in your life? Do you have a difficult time handling stressful situation and anxious moments? Are you in need of someone to speak one but are unable to articulate your feelings? If so, then perhaps therapy or some combination of different approaches might be right for you! We offer supportive and non - judgmental spaces to provide a client centered and strength based session. Our areas of expertise include: experiencing loss, depression, trauma, anger management, anxiety, low self esteem, medical and other mental health behavioral health challenges.
(202) 519-1238 View (202) 519-1238
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Helen Ann Rudinsky
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20015  (Online Only)
Do you feel misunderstood? Do you have trouble communicating? As a Marriage & Family Therapist, I help couples and individuals turn their relationships around for the better. We work on speaking and listening skills, using "I" statements, setting boundaries and other relationship skills. We use videos, personality tests, role plays and other tools to bring about rapid change. I work with clients on relationship issues, career choices, and other issues. What sets me apart from other therapists is my ability to keep clients on a systematic approach to change with a focused, short term program to help them achieve their goals quickly.
Do you feel misunderstood? Do you have trouble communicating? As a Marriage & Family Therapist, I help couples and individuals turn their relationships around for the better. We work on speaking and listening skills, using "I" statements, setting boundaries and other relationship skills. We use videos, personality tests, role plays and other tools to bring about rapid change. I work with clients on relationship issues, career choices, and other issues. What sets me apart from other therapists is my ability to keep clients on a systematic approach to change with a focused, short term program to help them achieve their goals quickly.
(833) 472-0501 View (833) 472-0501
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Dr. Victor D. Kidd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LMSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20018  (Online Only)
The therapeutic journey is a great way to challenge outdated perspectives while providing a new lens on emotional & mental well-being. Dr. Kidd will guide you through the journey of self-discovery & self-mastery, aligning you with your redefined perspective & life purpose. From challenges with anxiety & depression to trauma & family history, Dr. Kidd's purpose is to assist you in considering the various solutions for a more fulfilling life. It is together, through the therapeutic process, we will tackle your life challenges, leading to growth and prosperity. His hope is that we learn how to reflect, heal, and embrace new beginnings!
The therapeutic journey is a great way to challenge outdated perspectives while providing a new lens on emotional & mental well-being. Dr. Kidd will guide you through the journey of self-discovery & self-mastery, aligning you with your redefined perspective & life purpose. From challenges with anxiety & depression to trauma & family history, Dr. Kidd's purpose is to assist you in considering the various solutions for a more fulfilling life. It is together, through the therapeutic process, we will tackle your life challenges, leading to growth and prosperity. His hope is that we learn how to reflect, heal, and embrace new beginnings!
(202) 410-0685 View (202) 410-0685
Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.