Sexual Abuse Therapists in Fort Washington, MD
NOTE: I do not offer couples counseling. The site required me to provide pricing for it. I apologize for the inconvenience.
As for my practice, ideally, I work well with clients who are open to learning and trying new things with me. I can respect how stuck mental health issues can make a person feel when life is already incredibly stressful. I love using what works for you, good or bad, and finding ways to shift towards better outcomes.
NOTE: I do not offer couples counseling. The site required me to provide pricing for it. I apologize for the inconvenience.
As for my practice, ideally, I work well with clients who are open to learning and trying new things with me. I can respect how stuck mental health issues can make a person feel when life is already incredibly stressful. I love using what works for you, good or bad, and finding ways to shift towards better outcomes.
IWTW provides therapeutic services for those struggling with Anxiety and/ or past Trauma (including PTSD, childhood or complex trauma). We provide services for everyone and specialize in working with First Responders, Helpers and Healers or "Anxious Professionals." We also provide therapy services for those with an immigration, ex- pat or international background.
IWTW provides therapeutic services for those struggling with Anxiety and/ or past Trauma (including PTSD, childhood or complex trauma). We provide services for everyone and specialize in working with First Responders, Helpers and Healers or "Anxious Professionals." We also provide therapy services for those with an immigration, ex- pat or international background.
You’re used to staying calm in chaos and pushing through no matter what—but lately, the weight of the job hasn’t been so easy to carry. You may be a first responder, dispatcher, military member, or veteran struggling with issues like PTSD, trauma, anxiety, depression, burnout, addiction, or more. You want relief, better sleep, healthier relationships, and to feel more like yourself again—without having to explain the job or feel judged for how you’ve coped. You want a place to let go of your responsibility for everyone else. You want to learn how to better take care of yourself to be there for your loved ones.
You’re used to staying calm in chaos and pushing through no matter what—but lately, the weight of the job hasn’t been so easy to carry. You may be a first responder, dispatcher, military member, or veteran struggling with issues like PTSD, trauma, anxiety, depression, burnout, addiction, or more. You want relief, better sleep, healthier relationships, and to feel more like yourself again—without having to explain the job or feel judged for how you’ve coped. You want a place to let go of your responsibility for everyone else. You want to learn how to better take care of yourself to be there for your loved ones.
My 4 Seasons Counseling LLC Group Practice
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, LPC
Fort Washington, MD 20744
Now seeing DC Clients VIRTUAL in person!
Are you someone that has found yourself struggling with day to day life? If you are in this predicament, please know that you are not alone. Allow us to help you understand that healing does not have a specific time to begin or end. Healing can be achieved at ANY point in your life. When you express that need it is time to seek help. Our goal is to assist you to truly find the missing link to that puzzle. Let us guide you to unlock the mysteries of life. It is our hope to guide you on the path to intentional living one season at a time.
Now seeing DC Clients VIRTUAL in person!
Are you someone that has found yourself struggling with day to day life? If you are in this predicament, please know that you are not alone. Allow us to help you understand that healing does not have a specific time to begin or end. Healing can be achieved at ANY point in your life. When you express that need it is time to seek help. Our goal is to assist you to truly find the missing link to that puzzle. Let us guide you to unlock the mysteries of life. It is our hope to guide you on the path to intentional living one season at a time.
This is your year for healing, to affirm your innermost self. Healing is empowering. Therapy is a way to begin the process. Individuals find themselves navigating life events, stress, past traumas, or are seeking personal growth. Through therapy you can begin to explore, learn, and develop tools for coping.
This is your year for healing, to affirm your innermost self. Healing is empowering. Therapy is a way to begin the process. Individuals find themselves navigating life events, stress, past traumas, or are seeking personal growth. Through therapy you can begin to explore, learn, and develop tools for coping.
Thanks for stopping by. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, or relationship and family conflict, you don’t have to figure it out alone. Many people reach out when they’re burned out, stuck in cycles of self-doubt, stress, or major life transitions that feel too heavy to carry solo. I work with individuals of all ages and multicultural families navigating ADHD, behavioral challenges, school issues, substance use, self-esteem struggles, parenting stress, and relationship strain across identities. Sessions are warm, curious, direct, holistic, and focused on real-world tools you can actually use.
Thanks for stopping by. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, or relationship and family conflict, you don’t have to figure it out alone. Many people reach out when they’re burned out, stuck in cycles of self-doubt, stress, or major life transitions that feel too heavy to carry solo. I work with individuals of all ages and multicultural families navigating ADHD, behavioral challenges, school issues, substance use, self-esteem struggles, parenting stress, and relationship strain across identities. Sessions are warm, curious, direct, holistic, and focused on real-world tools you can actually use.
Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming, but you do not have to navigate the journey alone. I provide a supportive, judgment-free space where you can openly explore challenges, build insight, and work toward meaningful, lasting change. My goal is to walk alongside you with compassion and clarity as you move toward your personal goals.
Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming, but you do not have to navigate the journey alone. I provide a supportive, judgment-free space where you can openly explore challenges, build insight, and work toward meaningful, lasting change. My goal is to walk alongside you with compassion and clarity as you move toward your personal goals.
While reaching out for help can feel scary, please know that in therapy you have a lot of control, and I work hard to help you feel safe. My clients tend to prefer the flexibility that being seen by video offers. Often, my clients are living stressful lives, may have a history of trauma, or feel overwhelmed. I'm experienced in working with people living with trauma, OCD, anxiety, and depression as well as people in recovery, teachers, and healthcare workers. Everyone is different, and I prefer to shape how we work together based on your individual needs and goals. I see clients virtually in Maryland, New Hampshire and Texas.
While reaching out for help can feel scary, please know that in therapy you have a lot of control, and I work hard to help you feel safe. My clients tend to prefer the flexibility that being seen by video offers. Often, my clients are living stressful lives, may have a history of trauma, or feel overwhelmed. I'm experienced in working with people living with trauma, OCD, anxiety, and depression as well as people in recovery, teachers, and healthcare workers. Everyone is different, and I prefer to shape how we work together based on your individual needs and goals. I see clients virtually in Maryland, New Hampshire and Texas.
I am a seasoned and compassionate therapist licensed in Maryland and Washington, DC. I have worked in the mental health field for over 20 years. I have a passion for helping others improve their overall wellbeing and have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, substance use, parenting issues, career challenges, neglect, physical abuse, trauma, and more. I have also worked with individuals who were formerly incarcerated.
I am a seasoned and compassionate therapist licensed in Maryland and Washington, DC. I have worked in the mental health field for over 20 years. I have a passion for helping others improve their overall wellbeing and have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, substance use, parenting issues, career challenges, neglect, physical abuse, trauma, and more. I have also worked with individuals who were formerly incarcerated.
Aaron Whitehead is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with an extensive counseling background in the community and private practice sector. Aaron received his Bachelor's degree from James Madison University and obtained his Masters Degree from George Mason University. Aaron has been provided mental health services in the Northern VA area for over 12 years.
Aaron Whitehead is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with an extensive counseling background in the community and private practice sector. Aaron received his Bachelor's degree from James Madison University and obtained his Masters Degree from George Mason University. Aaron has been provided mental health services in the Northern VA area for over 12 years.
I believe the foundation of effective therapy is a genuine, meaningful connection. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where clients feel understood as they work through challenges and gain new insights. Together, we’ll explore what’s holding you back and move toward healthier ways of coping and relating.
I specialize in helping individuals and couples navigate relationship struggles, whether that means building stronger connections, healing after a breakup, working through marital conflict or infidelity, or managing the stress of family separation and reentry.
I believe the foundation of effective therapy is a genuine, meaningful connection. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where clients feel understood as they work through challenges and gain new insights. Together, we’ll explore what’s holding you back and move toward healthier ways of coping and relating.
I specialize in helping individuals and couples navigate relationship struggles, whether that means building stronger connections, healing after a breakup, working through marital conflict or infidelity, or managing the stress of family separation and reentry.
Iesha Felton Waters is a National Board Certified, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor / Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor / (LPCC/LCPC) with extensive experience supporting individuals and families, through meaningful life transitions. She holds both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Counseling Psychology from the University of Baltimore and has worked across community‑based, school-based, and outpatient clinical settings.
Iesha Felton Waters is a National Board Certified, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor / Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor / (LPCC/LCPC) with extensive experience supporting individuals and families, through meaningful life transitions. She holds both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Counseling Psychology from the University of Baltimore and has worked across community‑based, school-based, and outpatient clinical settings.
As a mental health therapist, I work with young adults and adults facing anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and relationship challenges. My goal is to empower clients to become their most confident selves by effectively processing emotions and managing life’s challenges. Together, we focus on building resilience, enhancing mental well-being, and developing strategies for navigating difficult situations, ultimately helping clients experience peace, joy, and a stronger sense of control over their lives.
As a mental health therapist, I work with young adults and adults facing anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and relationship challenges. My goal is to empower clients to become their most confident selves by effectively processing emotions and managing life’s challenges. Together, we focus on building resilience, enhancing mental well-being, and developing strategies for navigating difficult situations, ultimately helping clients experience peace, joy, and a stronger sense of control over their lives.
Learn to work with your brain - not against it!
I'm a neurodivergent therapist (AuDHD) with a specialization in ADHD, autism, trauma recovery, and anxiety.
If you're hoping to reduce symptoms, thrive while living in a world not built with your experience in mind, and cope with political & environmental stressors - I might be the therapist for you!
Learn to work with your brain - not against it!
I'm a neurodivergent therapist (AuDHD) with a specialization in ADHD, autism, trauma recovery, and anxiety.
If you're hoping to reduce symptoms, thrive while living in a world not built with your experience in mind, and cope with political & environmental stressors - I might be the therapist for you!
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The people I work with want to change the way they are feeling and relating to others. They struggle to cope with triggers, emotions or experiences day to day, and tend to judge themselves for this and its impact on their lives. Whether acute or chronic trauma, relationship issues or emotional challenges, I work with clients to process physical, emotional and mental symptoms that cause them to feel stuck, isolated and unworthy of healthy connections. Building on your strengths, we will work together towards an outcome of added joy, aliveness and connection to self and others.
The people I work with want to change the way they are feeling and relating to others. They struggle to cope with triggers, emotions or experiences day to day, and tend to judge themselves for this and its impact on their lives. Whether acute or chronic trauma, relationship issues or emotional challenges, I work with clients to process physical, emotional and mental symptoms that cause them to feel stuck, isolated and unworthy of healthy connections. Building on your strengths, we will work together towards an outcome of added joy, aliveness and connection to self and others.
I specialize in recovery from trauma (particularly childhood abuse/neglect, sexual assault and domestic violence), successful movement through life transitions (young adulthood, career, parenthood, mid-life and loss), and repair of interpersonal relationships (including a specialty in couples therapy).
My goal is to provide a safe, supportive environment where clients can explore unresolved issues, vulnerabilities and relational difficulties that interfere with happiness. I work creatively and collaboratively with clients, drawing upon client's strengths and experiences, and meeting individuals and couples where they are in their journey.
I specialize in recovery from trauma (particularly childhood abuse/neglect, sexual assault and domestic violence), successful movement through life transitions (young adulthood, career, parenthood, mid-life and loss), and repair of interpersonal relationships (including a specialty in couples therapy).
My goal is to provide a safe, supportive environment where clients can explore unresolved issues, vulnerabilities and relational difficulties that interfere with happiness. I work creatively and collaboratively with clients, drawing upon client's strengths and experiences, and meeting individuals and couples where they are in their journey.
I am honored that my clients share their deepest secrets with me every day. I am grateful for the trust they place in me and I value their need for confidentiality. I make an effort to listen to my clients and hear what they say to learn what they need to grow. Every client is a person who is much greater than their problem behavior or diagnosis. While I have extensive training in treating trauma and sexual behavior problems, I also have experience and training in treating other mental health problems such as: Depression, Anxiety, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Panic Disorder, ADHD, and chemical as well as process addictions.
I am honored that my clients share their deepest secrets with me every day. I am grateful for the trust they place in me and I value their need for confidentiality. I make an effort to listen to my clients and hear what they say to learn what they need to grow. Every client is a person who is much greater than their problem behavior or diagnosis. While I have extensive training in treating trauma and sexual behavior problems, I also have experience and training in treating other mental health problems such as: Depression, Anxiety, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Panic Disorder, ADHD, and chemical as well as process addictions.
Are you suffering from the effects of PTSD, anxiety, depression, sudden loss, and/or chronic pain? If so body-oriented psychotherapy may help facilitate your recovery. By working to address the root causes of nervous system imbalance, a body-psychotherapy approach can empower you with tools and skills to re-negotiate and resolve difficult and traumatic experiences. My approach in therapy is client-centered and my work is just to facilitate and provide the optimal conditions for healing to take place. I also hope to impart knowledge and skills for people to work with themselves effectively outside of therapy.
Are you suffering from the effects of PTSD, anxiety, depression, sudden loss, and/or chronic pain? If so body-oriented psychotherapy may help facilitate your recovery. By working to address the root causes of nervous system imbalance, a body-psychotherapy approach can empower you with tools and skills to re-negotiate and resolve difficult and traumatic experiences. My approach in therapy is client-centered and my work is just to facilitate and provide the optimal conditions for healing to take place. I also hope to impart knowledge and skills for people to work with themselves effectively outside of therapy.
You’ve survived things that never should have happened, and you’re tired of pretending they didn’t change you. Many of the adults I work with learned how to survive childhood trauma, sexual or domestic violence, and grief, but survival isn’t the same as truly living. I provide virtual trauma-informed therapy to adults across Maryland who feel stuck in patterns of emotional numbing, hyper-independence, or constant vigilance and are ready to move beyond survival mode.
You’ve survived things that never should have happened, and you’re tired of pretending they didn’t change you. Many of the adults I work with learned how to survive childhood trauma, sexual or domestic violence, and grief, but survival isn’t the same as truly living. I provide virtual trauma-informed therapy to adults across Maryland who feel stuck in patterns of emotional numbing, hyper-independence, or constant vigilance and are ready to move beyond survival mode.
I have done extensive work with clients focusing on emotional, physical, and sexual abuse, crime, workplace stress, and relational trauma.
My treatment focuses on utilizing your strengths and motivations to improve your ability to deal with challenges. I take a trauma-informed approach to my therapy and utilize a strength based approach using Motivational Interviewing, EMDR, CBT, and psychoeducation as my primary therapy methods.
I have done extensive work with clients focusing on emotional, physical, and sexual abuse, crime, workplace stress, and relational trauma.
My treatment focuses on utilizing your strengths and motivations to improve your ability to deal with challenges. I take a trauma-informed approach to my therapy and utilize a strength based approach using Motivational Interviewing, EMDR, CBT, and psychoeducation as my primary therapy methods.
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Sexual Abuse Therapists
How do therapists treat sexual abuse?
A good therapist will be nonjudgmental and possibly demonstrate active listening, repeating back what the client says to show that they have understood. These skills allow people to feel comfortable discussing their traumatic experiences openly. Some important treatment goals are to restore a sense of safety and to rebuild confidence. In addition to working one-on-one with the patient, a therapist might bring in supportive family members to assist the client.
Do you have to talk extensively about sexual abuse in therapy?
Survivors frequently find it difficult to describe what happened to them out loud. They can even still be in a state of denial if the sexual abuse occurred recently. It is important for survivors to acknowledge that what happened isn’t their fault and to challenge and reappraise any unhealthy feelings or thoughts as they arise. Art therapy and play therapy are useful non-verbal means of communication for some survivors.
How long does treatment for sexual abuse take?
Recovery from sexual abuse can be a long and difficult process. Some survivors are able to move on naturally on their own, given time, while others require the guidance of a trained therapist. Therapy needs vary and can range from a few sessions to months or even years. Healing from sexual abuse takes time, and everyone’s journey will look a little different.
Can trauma symptoms caused by sexual abuse come back after treatment?
As occurs in many cases of trauma, survivors of sexual abuse may experience PTSD-like symptoms long after the abuse has ceased or after an initial round of treatment has occurred. In such a case, there is evidence that prolonged exposure therapy is a useful treatment for survivors, and may be more efficacious than supportive counseling alone. While triggers may continue to cause distress, the idea is that, with time and repeated exposure, their power will fade, allowing survivors to move on with their lives.