Therapists in Washington, DC
Dr. Carla D Washington
Counselor, EdD
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20006
This can range from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to a more Eclectic (Combination) Approach.
I have been a psychotherapist for over 25 years working with diverse adolescent and adult clients on an individual basis. I assist clients with developing healthier coping skills for addressing the issues of every day life. Furthermore,as an Existentialist, I feel that it is a human right to work toward developing one's potential and to enjoy one's journey on this planet.
This can range from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to a more Eclectic (Combination) Approach.
I have been a psychotherapist for over 25 years working with diverse adolescent and adult clients on an individual basis. I assist clients with developing healthier coping skills for addressing the issues of every day life. Furthermore,as an Existentialist, I feel that it is a human right to work toward developing one's potential and to enjoy one's journey on this planet.
Joal Ann Bennett (-Stenzel)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20015
Pain is an unavoidable and a necessary part of life. But suffering -- especially prolonged, "punishing" suffering -- is not. So many people seeking therapy suffer from anxiety, depression, difficulties in relationships, and self-sabotaging behaviors. We use defenses to avoid our emotions. Ironically emotions aren't the SOURCE of pain but in fact are there to HELP us HEAL from the painful losses, hurts and challenges of life. You don't come to therapy to talk about your week. You come for relief from your suffering, for a chance to work through and find meaning in your pain and, just as with a broken bone, heal stronger and better!
Pain is an unavoidable and a necessary part of life. But suffering -- especially prolonged, "punishing" suffering -- is not. So many people seeking therapy suffer from anxiety, depression, difficulties in relationships, and self-sabotaging behaviors. We use defenses to avoid our emotions. Ironically emotions aren't the SOURCE of pain but in fact are there to HELP us HEAL from the painful losses, hurts and challenges of life. You don't come to therapy to talk about your week. You come for relief from your suffering, for a chance to work through and find meaning in your pain and, just as with a broken bone, heal stronger and better!
