Therapists in Washington, DC
Alexandra Jacobi
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20036 (Online Only)
I use positive psychology, narrative therapy, mindfulness, CBT and solution-focused interventions to facilitate the shift from a life where you are surviving to a life where you are thriving.
Welcome! By visiting my page, you're already one step closer to building a life that you love. I work best with clients (mostly in the early to middle adulthood age range) who feel anxious, depressed, inferior, out-of-balance, insecure, defensive, weak, traumatized, overwhelmed, defeated and/or maladjusted; as well as those who simply just want to develop insight into their own psychological world. I will help you to identify and process root wounds and sources of suffering in order to help you not only heal and bounce back, but to actually bounce forward, in your life. Expect to move towards healing, balance, and optimal wellness.
I use positive psychology, narrative therapy, mindfulness, CBT and solution-focused interventions to facilitate the shift from a life where you are surviving to a life where you are thriving.
Welcome! By visiting my page, you're already one step closer to building a life that you love. I work best with clients (mostly in the early to middle adulthood age range) who feel anxious, depressed, inferior, out-of-balance, insecure, defensive, weak, traumatized, overwhelmed, defeated and/or maladjusted; as well as those who simply just want to develop insight into their own psychological world. I will help you to identify and process root wounds and sources of suffering in order to help you not only heal and bounce back, but to actually bounce forward, in your life. Expect to move towards healing, balance, and optimal wellness.
Specifically, I lean on narrative therapy, internal family systems, Gottman method, and attachment theory to guide my work.
Is the transition to Fall feeling overwhelming? September and October are known for being periods of change: whether you are entering a new school year, coping with the sun setting sooner, or navigating increased responsibilities as summer comes to a close, life can get overwhelming. I believe that having a safe space to maneuver these transitions, address stressors, and explore ways to feel grounded can be the difference that aids you in living more authentically.
Specifically, I lean on narrative therapy, internal family systems, Gottman method, and attachment theory to guide my work.
Is the transition to Fall feeling overwhelming? September and October are known for being periods of change: whether you are entering a new school year, coping with the sun setting sooner, or navigating increased responsibilities as summer comes to a close, life can get overwhelming. I believe that having a safe space to maneuver these transitions, address stressors, and explore ways to feel grounded can be the difference that aids you in living more authentically.
Katy Cribbs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20011 (Online Only)
We all carry wounds which affect our inner well-being, our relationships, and our ability to engage with the world. By facing our pain and suffering with compassion, we have the power to transform it into strength. Often, we cannot do this alone. Therapy is a journeying together to discover your own capacity for resilience and strength and healing into your deeper, truer self. I cultivate therapeutic relationships built on deep trust and incorporate mindfulness, narrative awareness, strengths-based insight building, and cognitive restructuring, focusing from a spiritual perspective on what gives meaning, purpose, and connection.
We all carry wounds which affect our inner well-being, our relationships, and our ability to engage with the world. By facing our pain and suffering with compassion, we have the power to transform it into strength. Often, we cannot do this alone. Therapy is a journeying together to discover your own capacity for resilience and strength and healing into your deeper, truer self. I cultivate therapeutic relationships built on deep trust and incorporate mindfulness, narrative awareness, strengths-based insight building, and cognitive restructuring, focusing from a spiritual perspective on what gives meaning, purpose, and connection.
I am Veniecia Robinson (she, her, hers) a Marriage and Family Therapist, Life Coach and Financial Therapist. For the last 5 years, I have worked with Families, Women and Children dealing with anxiety, depression and struggles with self esteem. I approach therapy and coaching through a Narrative Therapeutic framework. I also uses Money Scripts to help her clients work through their struggles with money. Veniecia is known for her open and direct approach. I recently joined a virtual group practice, Alloy Wellness where I focus on peoples relationships with themselves as well as their relationship with money.
I am Veniecia Robinson (she, her, hers) a Marriage and Family Therapist, Life Coach and Financial Therapist. For the last 5 years, I have worked with Families, Women and Children dealing with anxiety, depression and struggles with self esteem. I approach therapy and coaching through a Narrative Therapeutic framework. I also uses Money Scripts to help her clients work through their struggles with money. Veniecia is known for her open and direct approach. I recently joined a virtual group practice, Alloy Wellness where I focus on peoples relationships with themselves as well as their relationship with money.
The process begins with exploring your own story – what brought you to this point, how you see yourself in the world, and the thought patterns that create your internal narrative.
Life can feel so hard sometimes - that is ok! Often the most challenging moments provide the space to slow down, appreciate all you have endured, and take steps to create truly meaningful and lasting change. Together, with kindness and a bit of humor, I will help to empower your resilience and capacity to live a joyful and fulfilling life. I am passionate about supporting both individuals and couples. My work is rooted in a holistic, person-centered approach to healing. I will treat you with empathy, create a non-judgmental environment in which you feel safe and heard, and work to understand your lived experiences.
The process begins with exploring your own story – what brought you to this point, how you see yourself in the world, and the thought patterns that create your internal narrative.
Life can feel so hard sometimes - that is ok! Often the most challenging moments provide the space to slow down, appreciate all you have endured, and take steps to create truly meaningful and lasting change. Together, with kindness and a bit of humor, I will help to empower your resilience and capacity to live a joyful and fulfilling life. I am passionate about supporting both individuals and couples. My work is rooted in a holistic, person-centered approach to healing. I will treat you with empathy, create a non-judgmental environment in which you feel safe and heard, and work to understand your lived experiences.
Cynthia Wang
Counselor, LGPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20052 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in holistic care incorporating mindfulness, narrative storytelling, and somatic modalities into the therapy space as it relates to your needs and level of interest.
There are points in life when you might feel that you have lost control of how you are living. In our time together, I help navigate what’s causing you distress by inviting you to turn inward and reconnect with your inner resources. My clinical focus is working with individuals going through challenging life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, family/cultural conflict, and grief.
I specialize in holistic care incorporating mindfulness, narrative storytelling, and somatic modalities into the therapy space as it relates to your needs and level of interest.
There are points in life when you might feel that you have lost control of how you are living. In our time together, I help navigate what’s causing you distress by inviting you to turn inward and reconnect with your inner resources. My clinical focus is working with individuals going through challenging life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, family/cultural conflict, and grief.
Afiya Mangum Mbilishaka
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20036 (Online Only)
Feeling out of balance? Do things seem out of order in your life? Everyone needs a supportive space to process challenges of daily life and figure out how to cope with stress. I am dedicated to meeting the individual needs of each and every client, by developing a healthy relationship together and being an active listener to each client's unique story. My therapeutic approach is anchored in an integration of understanding how your past experiences have impacted your present situations, the healing aspects of telling your narrative, and finding solutions through a culturally meaningful lens.
Feeling out of balance? Do things seem out of order in your life? Everyone needs a supportive space to process challenges of daily life and figure out how to cope with stress. I am dedicated to meeting the individual needs of each and every client, by developing a healthy relationship together and being an active listener to each client's unique story. My therapeutic approach is anchored in an integration of understanding how your past experiences have impacted your present situations, the healing aspects of telling your narrative, and finding solutions through a culturally meaningful lens.
Ajunwa 'ajuu' Nwogu
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20009 (Online Only)
My approach is a mix of narrative therapy, mindfulness, somatic practices, and polyvagal theory-based interventions.
Are you almost ready to give up the possibility that life could be better, that life does not have to be full of internal struggle? Do you want your self-talk to be one that lifts you up and focuses on savoring the positives in your life rather than tearing you down, focusing on the disappointments in your life? Would you want sadness, worries, or anger to not have undue influence on you and not control your life. If yes, it is time to make a choice and reach out to someone who can guide and support you to a better experience of life and a more preferred self.
My approach is a mix of narrative therapy, mindfulness, somatic practices, and polyvagal theory-based interventions.
Are you almost ready to give up the possibility that life could be better, that life does not have to be full of internal struggle? Do you want your self-talk to be one that lifts you up and focuses on savoring the positives in your life rather than tearing you down, focusing on the disappointments in your life? Would you want sadness, worries, or anger to not have undue influence on you and not control your life. If yes, it is time to make a choice and reach out to someone who can guide and support you to a better experience of life and a more preferred self.
I practice from the lenses of relational-cultural theory, narrative therapy, and attachment theory.
I believe in the transformative power of expressing who you are and how you truly feel. My intention is to create a warm, relaxed, judgment-free space that gives you the freedom to just be yourself and feel your feelings. My style as a therapist is open-minded, collaborative, and flexible. I prioritize getting to know you and what’s important to you in order to build a secure foundation for our work together. Within the safety of the therapeutic relationship we will work together to make sense of your experiences and build confidence to move forward in your life the way you want to.
I practice from the lenses of relational-cultural theory, narrative therapy, and attachment theory.
I believe in the transformative power of expressing who you are and how you truly feel. My intention is to create a warm, relaxed, judgment-free space that gives you the freedom to just be yourself and feel your feelings. My style as a therapist is open-minded, collaborative, and flexible. I prioritize getting to know you and what’s important to you in order to build a secure foundation for our work together. Within the safety of the therapeutic relationship we will work together to make sense of your experiences and build confidence to move forward in your life the way you want to.
Cognitive-behavioral, emotionally focused, narrative and somatic therapy offer helpful tools, as do sex therapy and hypnosis.
We are convinced we have a problem. We're focused on it, worried about it, and it often feels like it defines us. These problems tend to show up or worsen during life and relationship transitions. Attending to what isn't working, as well as being intentional about addressing these problems, is necessary for change. Easily overlooked though, are the jewels - the opportunities hiding behind those problems. Psychotherapy provides a safe space for growth opportunities - offering compassion to those parts of ourselves we don't like or shame us, while allowing for the fluidity, flexibility and movement required for transformations.
Cognitive-behavioral, emotionally focused, narrative and somatic therapy offer helpful tools, as do sex therapy and hypnosis.
We are convinced we have a problem. We're focused on it, worried about it, and it often feels like it defines us. These problems tend to show up or worsen during life and relationship transitions. Attending to what isn't working, as well as being intentional about addressing these problems, is necessary for change. Easily overlooked though, are the jewels - the opportunities hiding behind those problems. Psychotherapy provides a safe space for growth opportunities - offering compassion to those parts of ourselves we don't like or shame us, while allowing for the fluidity, flexibility and movement required for transformations.
I approach counseling from a multicultural lens and use elements from CBT, DBT, narrative, humanistic, and existential therapies to facilitate meaning-making and self-understanding.
I believe that no person should have to navigate the difficulties of life without the adequate support to facilitate their flourishing. Depression, anxiety, trauma, societal oppression, personal relationships, life transitions, grief, low self-esteem, and so much more can be daunting to manage alone and can get in the way of living the life you want for yourself. Together, we will work on finding what is most valuable to you in life and build skills that will help you work towards that goal.
I approach counseling from a multicultural lens and use elements from CBT, DBT, narrative, humanistic, and existential therapies to facilitate meaning-making and self-understanding.
I believe that no person should have to navigate the difficulties of life without the adequate support to facilitate their flourishing. Depression, anxiety, trauma, societal oppression, personal relationships, life transitions, grief, low self-esteem, and so much more can be daunting to manage alone and can get in the way of living the life you want for yourself. Together, we will work on finding what is most valuable to you in life and build skills that will help you work towards that goal.
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Numerous specialized approaches include DBT, ART, Narrative, and more.
Are you experiencing relationship problems? Communication lapses? Trust issues? Does anxiety impact your life or relationships. Do you notice low self-esteem or mood? Are you seeking a therapist that can relate well to you and/or your partner? If you are experiencing any of the above issues, let’s get to work. I am an experienced, insightful, and hard-working psychologist who will work with you to develop an individual plan to help you meet your goals. Visit www.inctherapy.org to schedule a free initial consultation to see if we'd be a good fit or call to schedule your first session. Let's get started.
Numerous specialized approaches include DBT, ART, Narrative, and more.
Are you experiencing relationship problems? Communication lapses? Trust issues? Does anxiety impact your life or relationships. Do you notice low self-esteem or mood? Are you seeking a therapist that can relate well to you and/or your partner? If you are experiencing any of the above issues, let’s get to work. I am an experienced, insightful, and hard-working psychologist who will work with you to develop an individual plan to help you meet your goals. Visit www.inctherapy.org to schedule a free initial consultation to see if we'd be a good fit or call to schedule your first session. Let's get started.
Micki Duran
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20006 (Online Only)
I work with clients who are navigating discovering who they are as a person; who struggle with being heard or expressing themselves in interpersonal relationships; who have had difficult experiences that may make them feel overwhelmed to think of, let alone discuss. It can be difficult to even know where to start, and that is okay. I commend and welcome clients who are taking that first unsure step in therapy, or are continuing treatment to continue their journey towards a more fulfilling and enjoyable life.
I work with clients who are navigating discovering who they are as a person; who struggle with being heard or expressing themselves in interpersonal relationships; who have had difficult experiences that may make them feel overwhelmed to think of, let alone discuss. It can be difficult to even know where to start, and that is okay. I commend and welcome clients who are taking that first unsure step in therapy, or are continuing treatment to continue their journey towards a more fulfilling and enjoyable life.
Paula Natalia Otero
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20010
You want to experience a meaningful and fulfilled life but instead you feel: Exhausted and depleted, paralyzed about anxiety and feeling uncertain about what is next, struggling to adjust to a new place, to a new life. Trying to figure out who you are by looking into "supposed to be"? Experiencing a different culture and trying to integrate with who "you have been"? On the outside, you seem to have things “under control” but deep inside you experience negative self-talk regularly.
You want to experience a meaningful and fulfilled life but instead you feel: Exhausted and depleted, paralyzed about anxiety and feeling uncertain about what is next, struggling to adjust to a new place, to a new life. Trying to figure out who you are by looking into "supposed to be"? Experiencing a different culture and trying to integrate with who "you have been"? On the outside, you seem to have things “under control” but deep inside you experience negative self-talk regularly.
Beneath the Surface Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20052 (Online Only)
Ready to stop carrying the weight of it all alone? Let me help! You may be known for having it all together—balancing work, life, and relationships—but inside, you struggle to find the support you need. I specialize in helping high-achieving BIPOC women and young professionals who face 'high-functioning' anxiety, depression, and stress. Whether you're navigating life transitions, seeking self-discovery, or work-life harmony. I offer a compassionate, judgment-free space where you can finally be vulnerable and heard. Together, we’ll uncover what’s beneath the mask, address those hidden emotional wounds, to help you heal and thrive.
Ready to stop carrying the weight of it all alone? Let me help! You may be known for having it all together—balancing work, life, and relationships—but inside, you struggle to find the support you need. I specialize in helping high-achieving BIPOC women and young professionals who face 'high-functioning' anxiety, depression, and stress. Whether you're navigating life transitions, seeking self-discovery, or work-life harmony. I offer a compassionate, judgment-free space where you can finally be vulnerable and heard. Together, we’ll uncover what’s beneath the mask, address those hidden emotional wounds, to help you heal and thrive.
Hello, I am a Harvard trained practitioner and Board Certified Coach with > 30 years experience helping people find success and satisfaction in work and life. Together we will define where you want to go in your life & how you will get there - with special emphasis on what's in the way. You may work on one or more parts of your life. Since 'You are You' wherever you may go, you may find that gains you make in one part of your life significantly improve other parts too. You will decide which part(s) of your life you want to work on. These may include: Work, Play, Family, Friends, Physical, Emotional, Spiritual, Money, Romance...
Hello, I am a Harvard trained practitioner and Board Certified Coach with > 30 years experience helping people find success and satisfaction in work and life. Together we will define where you want to go in your life & how you will get there - with special emphasis on what's in the way. You may work on one or more parts of your life. Since 'You are You' wherever you may go, you may find that gains you make in one part of your life significantly improve other parts too. You will decide which part(s) of your life you want to work on. These may include: Work, Play, Family, Friends, Physical, Emotional, Spiritual, Money, Romance...
At times the road to your fullest life is found by moving through trauma, rage, loss, and betrayal. How we cope with those hardships is important. Therapy can help you become more aware of suffering, the sources that are causing it, and tools to help you overcome it. I invite us to imagine a life beyond fear, shame, and regret. One where you feel your innate wisdom, compassion, and capacity, to live life more fully despite all of its complexities.
At times the road to your fullest life is found by moving through trauma, rage, loss, and betrayal. How we cope with those hardships is important. Therapy can help you become more aware of suffering, the sources that are causing it, and tools to help you overcome it. I invite us to imagine a life beyond fear, shame, and regret. One where you feel your innate wisdom, compassion, and capacity, to live life more fully despite all of its complexities.
Danielle Blessing Taylor
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20006
We see individuals, families and couples in DC, MD, VA, PA, and FL. We provide an encouraging, warm and open environment to help learn more about yourself and heal from the root up. We identify when negative patterns began and guide you to lead a happier and more peaceful life.
We see individuals, families and couples in DC, MD, VA, PA, and FL. We provide an encouraging, warm and open environment to help learn more about yourself and heal from the root up. We identify when negative patterns began and guide you to lead a happier and more peaceful life.
Seeking relief from unpleasant feelings like sadness, irritability, anxiety, depression, anger & grief? When you struggle emotionally, small things can require greater effort. You may have feelings or reactions you can’t explain that defy your best strategies for feeling better. Perhaps you find yourself repeating patterns of behavior you’re not proud of. Or lack interest in pursuits you once enjoyed. Maybe you envision a happier, more productive life but don’t know how to get it. Therapy can help you identify and harness your strengths while adapting and altering patterns that don’t serve you well.
Seeking relief from unpleasant feelings like sadness, irritability, anxiety, depression, anger & grief? When you struggle emotionally, small things can require greater effort. You may have feelings or reactions you can’t explain that defy your best strategies for feeling better. Perhaps you find yourself repeating patterns of behavior you’re not proud of. Or lack interest in pursuits you once enjoyed. Maybe you envision a happier, more productive life but don’t know how to get it. Therapy can help you identify and harness your strengths while adapting and altering patterns that don’t serve you well.
I am a Diplomate in Clinical Psychology and I have a practice in Existential l Psychotherapy for individuals and couples. I also offer cognitive experiential psychotherapy as well as clinical hypnosis. At one time I was Director of Psychology Training at the University of Maryland Medical School and on the faculty of Johns Hopkins. I completed post doctoral work at The University of Leuven . I teach post graduate seminars in Existential and Experiential Psychotherapy to psychotherapist at The Washington Center for Consciousness Studies. I have many publications. These papers can be found on rudolphbauer.academia. edu.
I am a Diplomate in Clinical Psychology and I have a practice in Existential l Psychotherapy for individuals and couples. I also offer cognitive experiential psychotherapy as well as clinical hypnosis. At one time I was Director of Psychology Training at the University of Maryland Medical School and on the faculty of Johns Hopkins. I completed post doctoral work at The University of Leuven . I teach post graduate seminars in Existential and Experiential Psychotherapy to psychotherapist at The Washington Center for Consciousness Studies. I have many publications. These papers can be found on rudolphbauer.academia. edu.
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Narrative Therapists
Is narrative therapy evidence-based?
Narrative therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments such as cognitive behavioral therapy. Some small studies do show that depressed and anxious individuals who were treated with narrative therapy reported improvement in anxiety and depression symptoms.
How long does narrative therapy last?
Narrative therapy is less structured when compared with psychoanalysis, for example. Narrative therapy is more open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a few months, and sometimes a year or longer. Patients see their therapist one to two times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a person’s challenges and progress. Individuals can also practice the principles of narrative therapy after treatment has ended.
Does narrative therapy work?
Narrative therapy can help a person manage or reduce symptoms of conditions like depression or anxiety. This type of therapy encourages a person to reflect on the moments of their life when their particular problem was not at the forefront of their minds—perhaps life celebrations, achievements, and other successes. The individual is encouraged to rewrite their storyline as if their particular problem was not part of their life. This therapy may offer benefits that are hard to measure.
What are the possible limitations of narrative therapy?
Narrative therapy is person-centered or client-centered, and the health professional pays more attention to the subjective narratives that are constructed by the client, as opposed to other objective measures. The therapist privileges the individual’s perspective over all others. This open form may feel frustrating for individuals seeking a more structured approach; certainly, no one therapy type will work for every individual.