Pride Therapy DC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20002
Let's Connect (202) 899-8456
LGBT clients come to me when they’re done shrinking to fit other people’s expectations. They’re insightful, often juggling complex intersections of identity, family, culture, and survival. Some are exploring gender or recovering from trauma; others are navigating relationships, grief, or big life shifts. They want a therapist who brings heart, depth, and real-life experience. I help them reclaim the narrative—with honesty, compassion, and a little bit of edge. I’m more than your therapist. I’m your biographer.
As your biographer, I help uncover how past narratives may be holding you back—and guide you in rewriting them. As an author and former literary agent, I know the power of story. I specialize in gender-affirming care and support LGBTQ+ clients planning moves or transitions, including life abroad.
I know it takes courage to reach out. With over 20 years in hospital and outpatient settings, I offer a grounded, compassionate space to sort through what’s weighing on you. My approach is gentle but candid—supportive without sugarcoating. If you're ready to be seen and heard, I’m here.
Call or Email Pride Therapy DC now for a free 15 minute consultation - (202) 899-8456
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $185
- Couple Sessions $185
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- CareFirst
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Oscar Health
- Oxford
- Quest Behavioral Health
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
Pride Therapy DC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (202) 899-8456
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of District of Columbia / LC302318 Michael Mancilla
- In Practice for 35 years
- Attended Florida State University, Graduated 1990
- License: Maryland 31937 / 2024
- Certificate from DC-LICSW LC320318 / 2003
Clinical Social Work/Therapist: Michael Mancilla
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Pride Therapy DC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (202) 899-8456
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- LGBTQ+
- Child
- Transgender
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bisexual
- Chronic Illness
- Chronic Pain
- Depression
- Divorce
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Infidelity
- Lesbian
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Male Sexual Abuse Survivors
- Men's Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sex Therapy
- Sexual Abuse
- Sexual Addiction
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Teen Violence
- Transgender- Medical Transition Support
Pride Therapy DC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (202) 899-8456
3 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino
Religion
Buddhist
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino
Religion
Buddhist
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Family / Marital
- Gottman Method
- Multicultural
- Narrative
- Trauma Focused
Pride Therapy DC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (202) 899-8456
Location
Additional Location
Silver Spring, MD 20910
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Neighborhoods
Pride Therapy DC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Call for a free consultation now - (202) 899-8456