Therapists in Washington, DC

I am a clinical psychologist with The Kingsbury Wellness & Learning Group, a nonprofit dedicated to increasing access to high quality psychotherapy and neuropsychological testing services to families in the DMV area. I help kids with big feelings improve their emotional awareness and advocate for their needs so that they can be more engaged both academically and socially. I also work with adults, and my work focuses on processing challenges related to parenting and life transitions so that they can find balance in their career and home lives.

I've enjoyed working with children, teens, families, and adults for over 20 years. I am a seasoned clinician who relates well with teenagers and is supportive of the needs of parents and families. My approach is authentic and comforting, as well as practical and goal-oriented. My clinical experience includes treating individuals with ADHD, depression, anxiety, learning disabilities, school avoidance, children adjusting to the divorce of parents, and the transition to college or emerging adulthood. I am well-versed in multiple treatment approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), biblio-therapy, and trauma focused CBT.

Our goal at Hyacinth Wellness is to help clients identify obstacles and understand their needs and strengths to achieve personal growth and success within relationships and life goals. We assess current life circumstances, family and medical history, and the larger social context to promote self-awareness and a collaborative plan of growth and change.

I am a licensed graduate professional counselor who really enjoys working with adolescents and young adults. I have vast experience working with children, adolescents, adult students, and young professionals in a variety of environments. I am passionate about providing clients with opportunities to communicate through self expression.

The MECCA Group is comprised of a clinically and culturally diverse team of professionals who provide comprehensive services for children, adolescents, young adults, and their support systems in the Washington, DC Metropolitan area. Our dedicated team of therapeutic professionals consists of psychologists, social workers, counselors, behavior analysts, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, vocational specialists, and special educators. All professional team members have extensive knowledge and experience in providing evidence-based practices as well comprehensive holistic care to help all clients reach their highest potential and to Live Fully.

My practice is devoted to providing psychotherapy for older adolescents and adults from diverse walks of life. I treat clients who suffer from anxiety, depression, unresolved trauma, loss, grief, and other sources of seemingly unmanageable distress. I also help clients navigate specific life transitions -- for example, to a new school, job, relationship, or parenthood. Finally, I welcome clients who are experiencing relatively diffuse, general discontent and searching for greater fulfillment with respect to their health, relationships, education, job career, or creative endeavors.

I currently have limited weekday openings. I am licensed in both DC and MD and have experience working with adults, young adults, and adolescents. My counseling approach is warm, empathetic, and person-centered as I am passionate about meeting each client where they are and then collectively work to establish goals to achieve personal healing and growth. I also have experience working with women's health issues, depression, anxiety, grief and trauma. I offer support to adults as they navigate familial changes and life transitions.

If you are struggling to cope with stress and anxiety from past or ongoing difficulties (such as school/work stress, friendship/relationship problems, bullying, or family dynamics), I can help you process and problem-solve your experiences and offer a path forward. This includes learning coping skills and interpersonal effectiveness, as well as examining thought and behavior patterns. I enjoy working collaboratively with my clients to help them be the best version of themselves by helping them to identify their goals and to leverage their strengths to meet those goals.

Is your child falling behind in school? Does your teenager act out or have trouble making friends? Is your young adult having difficulty? Are you always anxious? Do you find yourself struggling to summon the motivation that you need to take care of family or work responsibilities? Are you weighed down by the burden of past experiences or difficult memories? You are not alone. In therapy, you or your child can gain balance, focus, and confidence. You can build coping skills that make your life better in tangible ways. You and your children can thrive. Reach out today. I look forward to hearing your story!

I believe all people have the power and strength to overcome challenges and achieve balance and fulfillment, we just may need some help getting there. We all have blind spots and obstacles in our lives, and a warm, understanding, and non-biased perspective can be immensely helpful. Therapy can be a powerful tool in relieving distress, learning about oneself, and living a more fulfilled life. My practice style is warm and inviting-I prioritize building strong therapeutic connections and truly enjoy getting to know my clients. Clients have described me as genuine, transparent, supportive, and that I have a good sense of humor.

Oftentimes, we lose sight of what we truly want for ourselves. Megan’s goal is to empower you to focus on your own experiences rather than on what others expect of you. Born and raised in the Washington Metro area, Megan understands firsthand how the stress of the DMV lifestyle can affect one’s personal life, work life and home life. Clients describe Megan as being creative, quirky, empathetic and reliable. Megan has seven years of experience helping children and adults work through behavioral and emotional struggles related to depression, PTSD, grief, substance abuse, eating disorders, body image, anxiety, family and sexuality.

If you are seeking healing, growth, and positive change in your life, I am here to listen, support, and help you get unstuck. I am a Licensed Clinical Counselor and Art Therapist, I take a holistic, multicultural, and creative approach, grounded in clinical practices. I have a down-to-earth, warm, and authentic disposition. My goal is to help you live your life more fully. I specialize in working with individuals struggling with: anxiety, depression, self-worth, relationships, and life transitions. I also specialize in working with couples using the Gottman method to increase trust, commitment, intimacy and relationship fulfillment.

Hello and Welcome to my profile! As a seasoned therapist, I specialize in guiding individuals through the intricate terrain of vocational rehabilitation, career counseling, supporting college students on their unique journeys, and fostering resilience amid life changes due to mental and physical disabilities. My passion lies in illuminating the path toward personal and professional fulfillment, offering a safe space where growth and empowerment flourish. Let's embark on a collaborative journey, navigating challenges with purpose and unlocking the strength within you to create a future with unlimited opportunities.

Hi! I’m Jo, a Graduate Counseling Intern at Urban Playology, a mental health private practice based in DC. I work under the direct clinical supervision of Xanthia Johnson, LPC, LCPC-S. I am a graduate counseling student at the University of Pennsylvania. I believe that healing, albeit challenging at times, is a beautiful and attainable experience. My compass for social justice holds my belief that everyone deserves to have a high-quality therapy experience with a compassionate and skilled psychotherapist. It is an honor to partner with human beings who come from diverse backgrounds on their journey toward mental health wellness.

Whether you're aiming to enhance overall well-being, navigate dating/relationships, or achieve life goals, you're in the right place. I specialize in solution-focused wellness, dating/relationships, and performance coaching. Incredible individuals globally choose my services for meaningful self-reflection, knowledge, and skill-building. Many lead busy lives with frequent travel, finding traditional therapy limitations challenging. Our online meetings offer privacy and convenience. With flexible scheduling and chat messaging, I adapt to demanding schedules. Whatever you're facing, I'm here to support you according to your needs.

I work with individuals and couples, as well as children, in both DC and Chapel Hill. I do best with adults who are educated or reflective: many are scientists, artists, health and business professionals, or psychotherapists, and some are not pursuing conventional achievement.Some see me for family or work problems, some for help dealing with a chronic health issue or a loss, some to change longstanding emotional and interpersonal patterns involving anxiety, anger, or intimacy. We may try quick and simple approaches first, because sometimes they work, but if not we can go more deeply into the individual's unique personal narrative.

I have an extensive and unique clinical experience with more than 15 years in inpatient and outpatients settings. I have helped many individuals with assorted emotional problems, including PTSD, mood and adjustment disorders, grief, anger, ADHD, and borderline personality disorder. I also serve as a mental health consultant for childhood and early childhood programs in Fairfax where I provide play therapy for young children with emotional and behavioral problems and parents' consultations.

I love to partner with folx who are struggling with symptoms of trauma. We will begin by assessing how the trauma is impacting your daily life and then introducing coping strategies to decrease the symptoms.

Are you experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety or just stress from everyday life? I specialize in therapeutic intervention and treatment that address these symptoms and other factors complimentary of everyday stressors. Whether its vicarious trauma via news, grief, politics, parenting, work, depression, anxiety or trauma, I welcome anyone to join talk therapy. The goal is to work through, understand and navigate whatever may be disrupting your persona and/or quality of life. Please don't hesitate to reach out to begin the journey of healing.