Joan Bellsey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, CAC
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Washington, DC 20008
Let's Connect (202) 999-3862
You've always seen yourself as confident and determined individual, firmly rooted in your life's purpose. Yet, recently, you found yourself feeling overwhelmed grappling with anxiety and pervasive thoughts of failure and loss. It's as if the weight of these emotions is becoming too difficult to handle alone. Reaching out can provide you with the tools and perspectives needed to navigate through these difficult times. If life is presenting you with obstacles you are not alone. There are resources available to assist you. Make the call, I am here to help. " Let Thoughts Come and Go. Just don't Serve them Tea."
If you are interested in my services, you are choosing a therapist who is warm, supportive, and generally concerned about your well-being. My approach is non-judgmental and compassionate. I will treat you with respect and pay careful attention to what you share. Working together, you will find the strength to transform long-standing negative behaviors.
Alcohol & Drug Abuse, Depression and Anxiety, Uncertainty about Your Career Path, LGBTQ, Relationship Ambivalence,Parenting, Wondering If you are Gay? Coaching.
Call or Email Joan Bellsey now for a free 15 minute consultation - (202) 999-3862
Let's Connect (202) 999-3862
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Pay by Check, Health Savings Account, Venmo, Zelle
Insurance
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- CareFirst
- I do not accept any HMO or POS plans.
- PPO only
- Out of Network
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (202) 999-3862
Joan Bellsey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, CAC
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of District of Columbia / LC302352 Joan Bellsey
- In Practice for 33 Years
- Certificate from LICSW 302352 / 1992
- Certificate from DCAPC Certified Addiction Specialist 100-1010 / 1992
- Attended University of Maryland, Baltimore, Graduated 1991
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Substance Use
- LGBTQ+
Expertise
- Addiction
- Alcohol Use
- Anger Management
- Bisexual
- Career Counseling
- Chronic Relapse
- co-parenting, depression, being single
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Drug Abuse
- Dual Diagnosis
- Family Conflict
- Gambling
- Geriatric and Seniors
- Grief
- Lesbian
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Men's Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Personality Disorders
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Women's Issues
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Queer Allied
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Queer Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Family / Marital
- Gay & lesbian
- Gottman Method
- Interpersonal
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
Location
Nearby Areas
Counties
Neighborhoods
Call for a free consultation now - (202) 999-3862
Joan Bellsey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, CAC