Dr. Rafael
Psychologist, PsyD (he, him)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
5 Endorsed
Let's Connect (202) 999-3642
Available both in-person and online
1555 Connecticut Ave NW Suite 400E Washington, DC 20009
If you feel stuck in old patterns or weighed down by past pain, therapy can help you reconnect—with yourself, your values, and the people who matter most. Whether you’re navigating a major life transition, feeling disconnected, or carrying experiences from the past that still shape your present, you don’t have to face it alone.
My approach is integrative, collaborative, and deeply engaged. I focus on creating a space where you can safely explore your emotional world, examine patterns that may no longer serve you, and reclaim your own voice. Together, we’ll work to create meaningful changes in how you relate, respond, and care for yourself and others.
I specialize in unresolved childhood trauma, identity development, life transitions, relationship difficulties, sexual identity, traumatic experiences, depression or anxiety. As a Peruvian-born, bilingual (English/Spanish) therapist, I enjoy working with members of the international community, and people from diverse backgrounds.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Dr. Rafael Malaga now - (202) 999-3642
Let's Connect (202) 999-3642
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $240
- Couple Sessions $250
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa, ZelleInsurance
- Out of Network
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of District of Columbia / PSY1000799 Rafael Malaga
- In Practice for 21 years
- Attended George Washington University, Doctor of Psychology
- Certificate from Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples (EFCT) Advanced Training / 2024
- Certificate from AEDP Level 2 (Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy) 2021
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Depression
- Relationship Issues
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bisexual
- Drug Abuse
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- International Transitions
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Mood Disorders
- Peer Relationships
- Personality Disorders
- Polyamory & ENM
- Racial Identity
- Self Esteem
- Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
- Sexual Abuse
- Stress
- Transgender
5 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino
I also speak
Spanish
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino
I also speak
Spanish
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- AEDP
- Attachment-based
- Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
- Culturally Sensitive
- Eclectic
- Emotionally Focused
- Integrative
- Interpersonal
- Multicultural
- Psychodynamic
- Psychological Testing and Evaluation
- Relational
- Somatic
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Dr. Rafael Malaga
Psychologist, PsyD
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (202) 999-3642