Therapists in Washington, DC
Laura S Covington
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, PhD, LICSW
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20006
I help to provide ongoing support for pregnancy after infertility and postpartum.
I provide therapy for various life course adjustment, such as managing anxiety and depression, coping with grief and loss, challenges with relationships, and considerations for ways to grow a family. I partner with reproductive medical practices to provide psychological services and counsel the patients who are undergoing or have undergone fertility treatment, as well as those who have chosen not to proceed forward with fertility treatment. I provide third party reproduction counseling sessions for donor sperm, egg, & embryo and gestational surrogacy. I provide evaluations for gestational carriers and gamete donors.
I help to provide ongoing support for pregnancy after infertility and postpartum.
I provide therapy for various life course adjustment, such as managing anxiety and depression, coping with grief and loss, challenges with relationships, and considerations for ways to grow a family. I partner with reproductive medical practices to provide psychological services and counsel the patients who are undergoing or have undergone fertility treatment, as well as those who have chosen not to proceed forward with fertility treatment. I provide third party reproduction counseling sessions for donor sperm, egg, & embryo and gestational surrogacy. I provide evaluations for gestational carriers and gamete donors.
Maggie Noojin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20015
Whether you are struggling with infertility, anxiety or depression during pregnancy, or postpartum anxiety or depression, I work with women to understand what they are experiencing and work together in developing insight and coping tools.
I believe people have the ability and strength to heal and change, sometimes we just need a little help in getting there. Through an integrative approach, I help clients recognize their strengths, and explore their patterns to help them realize their full potential. I believe that the core of therapy is a strong therapeutic relationship - my practice style is warm and empathic - I truly enjoy getting to know my clients, and I believe the relationship between therapist and client is essential in change.
Whether you are struggling with infertility, anxiety or depression during pregnancy, or postpartum anxiety or depression, I work with women to understand what they are experiencing and work together in developing insight and coping tools.
I believe people have the ability and strength to heal and change, sometimes we just need a little help in getting there. Through an integrative approach, I help clients recognize their strengths, and explore their patterns to help them realize their full potential. I believe that the core of therapy is a strong therapeutic relationship - my practice style is warm and empathic - I truly enjoy getting to know my clients, and I believe the relationship between therapist and client is essential in change.
Betsy Mencher, Ph.D. and Associates, LLC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20036
Mencher has advanced training in reproductive counseling focusing on psychological issues arising from infertility.
Therapy provides the opportunity for a collaborative conversation about how to manage life's challenges and address the issues that are causing you distress. Together with one of our therapists, you can identify and understand your feelings better, gain insight into patterns of behavior that leave you frustrated and unsatisfied and develop the needed tools to manage your emotions and communicate more effectively in relationships. Our therapists have varied specialties and use an integrative and personalized approach to best meet your needs.
Mencher has advanced training in reproductive counseling focusing on psychological issues arising from infertility.
Therapy provides the opportunity for a collaborative conversation about how to manage life's challenges and address the issues that are causing you distress. Together with one of our therapists, you can identify and understand your feelings better, gain insight into patterns of behavior that leave you frustrated and unsatisfied and develop the needed tools to manage your emotions and communicate more effectively in relationships. Our therapists have varied specialties and use an integrative and personalized approach to best meet your needs.
Megan Flood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20036
For more than 22 years I have been working with individuals and couples coping with depression, anxiety, grief, relationship struggles, infertility and pregnancy loss, and post-partum anxiety and depression. In a supportive and confidential environment I help my clients develop their strengths to manage more effectively challenging situations, feelings, and relationships.
For more than 22 years I have been working with individuals and couples coping with depression, anxiety, grief, relationship struggles, infertility and pregnancy loss, and post-partum anxiety and depression. In a supportive and confidential environment I help my clients develop their strengths to manage more effectively challenging situations, feelings, and relationships.
Lisan Martin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20016
Waitlist for new clients
For thirty years, I've worked with individuals, couples and families facing the difficult challenges that we all can face at times. Whether you are dealing with depression, anxiety, feeling stuck at work, struggling to connect with a partner, coping with the pain and frustration of infertility, therapy can help relieve the pain and improve your capacity to cope and to connect with others. I am committed to helping my clients make changes in their lives that can lead them to greater fulfillment and happiness.
For thirty years, I've worked with individuals, couples and families facing the difficult challenges that we all can face at times. Whether you are dealing with depression, anxiety, feeling stuck at work, struggling to connect with a partner, coping with the pain and frustration of infertility, therapy can help relieve the pain and improve your capacity to cope and to connect with others. I am committed to helping my clients make changes in their lives that can lead them to greater fulfillment and happiness.
Enid L McKitrick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20006 (Online Only)
Since 1991 I have been helping clients resolve the conflicts that have been preventing them from achieving their potential. I help women navigate the ups and downs of infertility treatments and identify the best ways to achieve their dreams of motherhood. Using my background in Employee Assistance work, I help clients gain perspective on workplace conflicts, resolve performance issues, and clarify professional goals. I help clients looking for love to identify their barriers to intimacy, examine expectations, and give relationships a chance at success. I have a special interest in holistic treatments.
Since 1991 I have been helping clients resolve the conflicts that have been preventing them from achieving their potential. I help women navigate the ups and downs of infertility treatments and identify the best ways to achieve their dreams of motherhood. Using my background in Employee Assistance work, I help clients gain perspective on workplace conflicts, resolve performance issues, and clarify professional goals. I help clients looking for love to identify their barriers to intimacy, examine expectations, and give relationships a chance at success. I have a special interest in holistic treatments.
Linda Kanefield
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20015 (Online Only)
I also specialize in working with people facing infertility, pregnancy-related loss, and those who want to build a family.
Are you challenged by life's transitions or losses, hurt by trauma or conflict, troubled by feelings of insecurity, anxiety or depression, or struggling in your relationships? Are you ready to identify and overcome the obstacles that stand in your way of moving forward? I will help you develop greater emotional strength and support you in reaching your goals.
I also specialize in working with people facing infertility, pregnancy-related loss, and those who want to build a family.
Are you challenged by life's transitions or losses, hurt by trauma or conflict, troubled by feelings of insecurity, anxiety or depression, or struggling in your relationships? Are you ready to identify and overcome the obstacles that stand in your way of moving forward? I will help you develop greater emotional strength and support you in reaching your goals.
Shatiera Amankrah: Infertility Donor Screening
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20006
Are you struggling with the emotional rollercoaster of infertility? Are you pregnant or postpartum and feeling overwhelmed with motherhood? Infertility and Perinatal stress is a deeply personal experience that touches every corner of your life. The frustration, the invisible battles, can lead to feelings of hopelessness, making it difficult to envision a future where you're a parent. Anxiety can lead to continuous worry about what treatment options to pursue, outcome of fertility treatments, potential complications, and the financial burden of treatments. Accepting Blue Cross Blue Shield in April 2024
Are you struggling with the emotional rollercoaster of infertility? Are you pregnant or postpartum and feeling overwhelmed with motherhood? Infertility and Perinatal stress is a deeply personal experience that touches every corner of your life. The frustration, the invisible battles, can lead to feelings of hopelessness, making it difficult to envision a future where you're a parent. Anxiety can lead to continuous worry about what treatment options to pursue, outcome of fertility treatments, potential complications, and the financial burden of treatments. Accepting Blue Cross Blue Shield in April 2024
Virtue Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20007
Accepting new clients. If you need strategies for adjusting to your new role in parenthood. If you need help processing your experiences while pregnant or postpartum. If you have anxiety around TTC or infertility. If you need help navigating your relationships or mental load. If you worry about feeling attached to your child. I am here to help. I specialize in teaching coping skills for adults managing high levels of stress and helping new moms adjust to what their reality of postpartum life looks like. I will help you design a roadmap to finding joy in your parenthood journey. I empower you to make the changes you need.
Accepting new clients. If you need strategies for adjusting to your new role in parenthood. If you need help processing your experiences while pregnant or postpartum. If you have anxiety around TTC or infertility. If you need help navigating your relationships or mental load. If you worry about feeling attached to your child. I am here to help. I specialize in teaching coping skills for adults managing high levels of stress and helping new moms adjust to what their reality of postpartum life looks like. I will help you design a roadmap to finding joy in your parenthood journey. I empower you to make the changes you need.
Joanna Strait
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20036
Joanna Strait is the founder of TogetherWell Therapy, a group practice dedicated to the unique mental health needs of hopeful, expectant, postpartum, and grieving mothers. TogetherWell clinicians specialize in supporting those who are experiencing perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, infertility, miscarriage, stillbirth, and birth trauma. Joanna is also a board approved clinical supervisor and offers supervision for clinicians based in Maryland and Washington D.C.
Joanna Strait is the founder of TogetherWell Therapy, a group practice dedicated to the unique mental health needs of hopeful, expectant, postpartum, and grieving mothers. TogetherWell clinicians specialize in supporting those who are experiencing perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, infertility, miscarriage, stillbirth, and birth trauma. Joanna is also a board approved clinical supervisor and offers supervision for clinicians based in Maryland and Washington D.C.
Rose Bleiweis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20001
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Clinical Supervisor, able to see clients in MD, DC, and VA. I have over a decade of experience providing individual, couples, and group therapy in the private practice setting. I specialize in working with issues around reproductive mental health, including: infertility & IVF, pregnancy/perinatal loss, NICU trauma, and navigating the postpartum period. These issues are important to me professionally as a therapist and personally as an IVF and NICU mom. I also work with clients dealing with other presenting concerns, including self-esteem issues, early childhood trauma, and anxiety.
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Clinical Supervisor, able to see clients in MD, DC, and VA. I have over a decade of experience providing individual, couples, and group therapy in the private practice setting. I specialize in working with issues around reproductive mental health, including: infertility & IVF, pregnancy/perinatal loss, NICU trauma, and navigating the postpartum period. These issues are important to me professionally as a therapist and personally as an IVF and NICU mom. I also work with clients dealing with other presenting concerns, including self-esteem issues, early childhood trauma, and anxiety.
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I also have special interest in parenting issues and infertility.
I view therapy as a process that can facilitate healing and change, as well as understanding and fulfillment. Whether stuck in a conflicted relationship, feeling lost, struggling with depression or anxiety, adjusting to a transition or life change, feeling unable to break unhealthy patterns or resolve past issues and pain, it can be difficult to know where to start. Together, we can explore the issues you face and identify the direction you want your life to take and the steps needed to get you there. Once established, our relationship can provide the foundation and safety for this process.
I also have special interest in parenting issues and infertility.
I view therapy as a process that can facilitate healing and change, as well as understanding and fulfillment. Whether stuck in a conflicted relationship, feeling lost, struggling with depression or anxiety, adjusting to a transition or life change, feeling unable to break unhealthy patterns or resolve past issues and pain, it can be difficult to know where to start. Together, we can explore the issues you face and identify the direction you want your life to take and the steps needed to get you there. Once established, our relationship can provide the foundation and safety for this process.
Kristen Quigley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20007
I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders and also work extensively with many other issues such as trauma, PTSD, grief, anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship issues, self-esteem, infertility, perinatal & postpartum issues (including post pardon depression), self-sabotage habits, stress, family of origin issues, OCD, ADD, ADHD, domestic violence and abuse, separation & divorce.
Welcome! Recognizing that something in your life isn't working is a great sign of hope & resilience and those who find their way to my practice are usually looking for something to change in their lives. The reasons why you are seeking therapy are my top priorities and helping you have the life you want is my job. I am often described as compassionate, intuitive, empathetic, open and honest. Seeking out a therapist you connect with and trust it critical. Please come in and decide if you feel that I'm the right therapist for you! I have Tuesday-Saturday hours available.
I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders and also work extensively with many other issues such as trauma, PTSD, grief, anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship issues, self-esteem, infertility, perinatal & postpartum issues (including post pardon depression), self-sabotage habits, stress, family of origin issues, OCD, ADD, ADHD, domestic violence and abuse, separation & divorce.
Welcome! Recognizing that something in your life isn't working is a great sign of hope & resilience and those who find their way to my practice are usually looking for something to change in their lives. The reasons why you are seeking therapy are my top priorities and helping you have the life you want is my job. I am often described as compassionate, intuitive, empathetic, open and honest. Seeking out a therapist you connect with and trust it critical. Please come in and decide if you feel that I'm the right therapist for you! I have Tuesday-Saturday hours available.
Stacy Notaras Murphy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC, EMDR-C
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20036
I wrote for Counseling Today on subjects like facing infertility, LGBT issues, and college life adjustment.
I am passionate about helping people facing relationship struggles that manifest as anxiety, depression, and difficulty with intimacy. My experience and training (EFT: Emotionally-Focused Couples Therapy, Imago, PACT) taught me that most emotional challenges are tied to how we function in our personal relationships. I've been told that my real strength is helping people feel safe and reflective enough to recognize, think through, and either accept or change the way they approach the relationships that matter most. I enjoy a collaborative with my clients and couples, working together to make meaningful changes.
I wrote for Counseling Today on subjects like facing infertility, LGBT issues, and college life adjustment.
I am passionate about helping people facing relationship struggles that manifest as anxiety, depression, and difficulty with intimacy. My experience and training (EFT: Emotionally-Focused Couples Therapy, Imago, PACT) taught me that most emotional challenges are tied to how we function in our personal relationships. I've been told that my real strength is helping people feel safe and reflective enough to recognize, think through, and either accept or change the way they approach the relationships that matter most. I enjoy a collaborative with my clients and couples, working together to make meaningful changes.
Kelsey Bates
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20035 (Online Only)
You are a strong woman feeling overwhelmed navigating complex health issues such as chronic illness, chronic pain, anxiety, infertility or pregnancy loss. You are an intelligent, high achieving woman who is dealing with the grief of a diagnosis, pregnancy after loss, infertility or chronic illness. You are juggling it all: a career, family, a romantic partner, friends, dating and your health. You want to figure out a way to not just survive with women's health issues but to thrive and live your life fully each day. You need support, a place to process your grief and coping skills to walk through this difficult situation.
You are a strong woman feeling overwhelmed navigating complex health issues such as chronic illness, chronic pain, anxiety, infertility or pregnancy loss. You are an intelligent, high achieving woman who is dealing with the grief of a diagnosis, pregnancy after loss, infertility or chronic illness. You are juggling it all: a career, family, a romantic partner, friends, dating and your health. You want to figure out a way to not just survive with women's health issues but to thrive and live your life fully each day. You need support, a place to process your grief and coping skills to walk through this difficult situation.
Katalin Vladar
MD, CGP
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20036 (Online Only)
As a psychiatrist and therapist, I offer both medication management and psychotherapy, fitting best mental health needs. I work with adolescents, adults and couples. I can help with the effects of traumatic experiences, with troubles of everyday living, interpersonal difficulties, sexuality, or infertility/adoption issues. I can help if you struggle with anxiety, depression, grief or with not reaching your goals. I assist couples in resolving painful, conflicted relationship issues. I also provide long-term therapy for self-exploration, and for changing complex personality patterns that make everyday life difficult.
As a psychiatrist and therapist, I offer both medication management and psychotherapy, fitting best mental health needs. I work with adolescents, adults and couples. I can help with the effects of traumatic experiences, with troubles of everyday living, interpersonal difficulties, sexuality, or infertility/adoption issues. I can help if you struggle with anxiety, depression, grief or with not reaching your goals. I assist couples in resolving painful, conflicted relationship issues. I also provide long-term therapy for self-exploration, and for changing complex personality patterns that make everyday life difficult.
Ana Radakovic
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CGP, ATR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20036
Areas of interest include trauma, addiction, eating disorders, attachment, codependency, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, sexuality, gender identity, parenting, infertility, grief & loss.
I am a psychotherapist located in Washington, DC offering individual, group, and couples therapy. I enjoy helping people live authentically and thrive in all areas of their lives. I pull from a variety of therapeutic approaches and techniques, but collaborate with each individual to create a space that best suits one’s unique set of needs and goals. My therapeutic style is warm, compassionate, and appropriately challenging. I am also a 200-Hour Registered Yoga Teacher, and incorporate mindfulness and body-based approaches in therapy where its appropriate.
Areas of interest include trauma, addiction, eating disorders, attachment, codependency, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, sexuality, gender identity, parenting, infertility, grief & loss.
I am a psychotherapist located in Washington, DC offering individual, group, and couples therapy. I enjoy helping people live authentically and thrive in all areas of their lives. I pull from a variety of therapeutic approaches and techniques, but collaborate with each individual to create a space that best suits one’s unique set of needs and goals. My therapeutic style is warm, compassionate, and appropriately challenging. I am also a 200-Hour Registered Yoga Teacher, and incorporate mindfulness and body-based approaches in therapy where its appropriate.
Diane Reis
Psychologist, PsyD, PLLC
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20008
My clients are work on such issues as anxiety, depression, workplace dissatisfaction, self-esteem, marital/family problems, separation/divorce, parenting, work-family balance, infertility/reproductive problems, postpartum stress, grief and loss.
If you are feeling stuck but want to move forward in life, or are in emotional pain, or seeking to work on mental health issues, I am happy to speak with you about individual psychotherapy or couple's therapy. I work with adults of all ages and backgrounds on problems in their relationships, workplace, family life, and at times of difficult life transitions. I offer a safe environment to talk comfortably and work collaboratively to improve a client’s well-being. I specialize in helping lawyers and medical professionals under stress. And having had a past involvement in politics, I enjoy working with elected/government officials.
My clients are work on such issues as anxiety, depression, workplace dissatisfaction, self-esteem, marital/family problems, separation/divorce, parenting, work-family balance, infertility/reproductive problems, postpartum stress, grief and loss.
If you are feeling stuck but want to move forward in life, or are in emotional pain, or seeking to work on mental health issues, I am happy to speak with you about individual psychotherapy or couple's therapy. I work with adults of all ages and backgrounds on problems in their relationships, workplace, family life, and at times of difficult life transitions. I offer a safe environment to talk comfortably and work collaboratively to improve a client’s well-being. I specialize in helping lawyers and medical professionals under stress. And having had a past involvement in politics, I enjoy working with elected/government officials.
Dr. Emma Basch & Associates
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20015
This means we are trained to work with clients experiencing perinatal/postpartum depression or anxiety disorders, infertility, perinatal loss, and birth trauma.
We are a group practice with a shared passion for women's mental health. Our clients are working professionals, parents, and students in all phases of life. We love to work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD/neurodivergence, relationship challenges, trauma, and eating disorders. Our team has experience in numerous evidence-based treatment modalities including EMDR, ACT, EFT, CBT, ERP, & DBT. We believe in collaborative, integrative, and holistic mental health care and are here to support you. We are proud to offer individual, couples, and family therapy.
This means we are trained to work with clients experiencing perinatal/postpartum depression or anxiety disorders, infertility, perinatal loss, and birth trauma.
We are a group practice with a shared passion for women's mental health. Our clients are working professionals, parents, and students in all phases of life. We love to work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD/neurodivergence, relationship challenges, trauma, and eating disorders. Our team has experience in numerous evidence-based treatment modalities including EMDR, ACT, EFT, CBT, ERP, & DBT. We believe in collaborative, integrative, and holistic mental health care and are here to support you. We are proud to offer individual, couples, and family therapy.
Taylor Lerner
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20036
I also specialize in helping individuals and couples navigate reproductive mental health concerns, including infertility, pregnancy, and the adjustment to parenthood.
Welcome to my practice! Therapy can be a powerful tool in relieving distress, learning about oneself, and living a more fulfilled life. I believe that at the heart of successful therapy is a collaborative, open, and warm relationship. Through curiosity and acceptance, I help my clients gain more appreciation for their emotions and assist them in recognizing their strengths and identifying opportunities for growth. Additionally, I strive to help my clients obtain tools necessary to overcome roadblocks, which often keep them from reaching their full potential. I welcome the opportunity to work with clientele from diverse backgrounds and life stages.
I also specialize in helping individuals and couples navigate reproductive mental health concerns, including infertility, pregnancy, and the adjustment to parenthood.
Welcome to my practice! Therapy can be a powerful tool in relieving distress, learning about oneself, and living a more fulfilled life. I believe that at the heart of successful therapy is a collaborative, open, and warm relationship. Through curiosity and acceptance, I help my clients gain more appreciation for their emotions and assist them in recognizing their strengths and identifying opportunities for growth. Additionally, I strive to help my clients obtain tools necessary to overcome roadblocks, which often keep them from reaching their full potential. I welcome the opportunity to work with clientele from diverse backgrounds and life stages.
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Infertility Therapists
How can infertility affect couples and their relationship?
Clients who are dealing with infertility may experience conflict and communication problems. It’s not unusual for shame, blame, and guilt to arise in cases of infertility, whether the source of the problem is one partner or both. This means that clients are upset and pulling away from their partner just when they need them the most. Some clients may find it difficult to spend time around friends and family who are pregnant. Friends and family can also make hurtful comments that increase tension during this time.
How does therapy for infertility issues work?
The therapist will begin by gathering information about the client or couple and make a treatment plan for their specific concerns. In addition to addressing common mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, and trauma reactions or PTSD, therapists can help clients improve their decision-making and deal with stressors unique to infertility. Some examples include coping with the “two-week wait” before a pregnancy test, the distress associated with a failed attempt or miscarriage, and the shame and blame sometimes associated with reproductive concerns.
What type of therapy is best for infertility issues?
Many therapists offer psychotherapy for individuals and couples who are dealing with infertility issues. Some helpful therapeutic approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which can aid clients in reframing negative thoughts about their situation. Expressive writing and art therapy can help clients process difficult feelings. Clients might also benefit from group therapy to experience support from others who are dealing with the same problems.
How long does therapy for infertility issues take?
There is no set length for therapy that addresses infertility or reproductive concerns. Some clients might find it helpful to continue therapy during their pregnancy to have healthy ways to cope with any associated stress, anxiety, depression, or trauma. Some clients who decide not to pursue fertility treatments might benefit from the support of a therapist. The duration of therapy varies depending on the individual client’s specific needs and goals.