Therapists in Washington, DC
Making the first step towards starting therapy to live a more fulfilling life is often difficult and stressful.
Understanding the causes of anxiety, depression, and other types of psychological suffering by increasing self-awareness is the key to navigating life's challenges. With years of experience in clinical practice and academia, I've had the privilege of assisting individuals from various walks of life in navigating their psychological challenges. My approach to therapy is based on empathic attunement, fostering self-awareness, and empirically supported approaches tailored to the needs of each person. I am committed to fostering a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings openly.
Making the first step towards starting therapy to live a more fulfilling life is often difficult and stressful.
Understanding the causes of anxiety, depression, and other types of psychological suffering by increasing self-awareness is the key to navigating life's challenges. With years of experience in clinical practice and academia, I've had the privilege of assisting individuals from various walks of life in navigating their psychological challenges. My approach to therapy is based on empathic attunement, fostering self-awareness, and empirically supported approaches tailored to the needs of each person. I am committed to fostering a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings openly.
Aleesha O’Brien
Counselor, MEd, LGPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20006 (Online Only)
Aleesha specializes in stress management, depression, anxiety and life transitions.
Email communication is preferred! Aleesha’s goal is to create a safe and comfortable environment for all of her clients to be their genuine selves. She also hopes to help clients gain tools needed to process and express different emotions wholeheartedly. She believes that with a strong therapeutic relationship, anything is possible!
Aleesha specializes in stress management, depression, anxiety and life transitions.
Email communication is preferred! Aleesha’s goal is to create a safe and comfortable environment for all of her clients to be their genuine selves. She also hopes to help clients gain tools needed to process and express different emotions wholeheartedly. She believes that with a strong therapeutic relationship, anything is possible!
Michael A Kaufman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20006
Having an empathic based relationship with a client builds trust which is the foundation of therapy that can lead to transformations of the current life situation into a possibility for growth and more meaningful experiences as well as greater use of emotional intelligence, intuition and sensate body awareness which creates calmer responses to stress,.
I work with a wide range of clients from a variety of cultural backgrounds in person and remotely. Clients learn to reduce stress and work with their feelings in ways that lead to personal growth and development. Mindfulness, deep breathing and body awareness are used to reduce anxiety, depression, excessive self-criticism, perfectionism, detachment and emotional flooding. These problematic feelings can lead to growth, greater empathy for self and others as well as greater kindness towards others in their life when worked with creatively in psychotherapy.
Having an empathic based relationship with a client builds trust which is the foundation of therapy that can lead to transformations of the current life situation into a possibility for growth and more meaningful experiences as well as greater use of emotional intelligence, intuition and sensate body awareness which creates calmer responses to stress,.
I work with a wide range of clients from a variety of cultural backgrounds in person and remotely. Clients learn to reduce stress and work with their feelings in ways that lead to personal growth and development. Mindfulness, deep breathing and body awareness are used to reduce anxiety, depression, excessive self-criticism, perfectionism, detachment and emotional flooding. These problematic feelings can lead to growth, greater empathy for self and others as well as greater kindness towards others in their life when worked with creatively in psychotherapy.
I've been working with stressed out, burned out, overworked, anxious and depressed Washingtonians for over 30 years and call me crazy but I still love the work. It's such a privilege to work with an amazing diversity of smart interesting people! While I have been trained in a variety of different therapeutic modalities I've learned the most from my clients. About half of my caseload is working with couples primarily using the Imago relationship therapy approach. The rest of my client load is working with individual adults and relationship groups for men. Men really flourish in these relationship groups.
I've been working with stressed out, burned out, overworked, anxious and depressed Washingtonians for over 30 years and call me crazy but I still love the work. It's such a privilege to work with an amazing diversity of smart interesting people! While I have been trained in a variety of different therapeutic modalities I've learned the most from my clients. About half of my caseload is working with couples primarily using the Imago relationship therapy approach. The rest of my client load is working with individual adults and relationship groups for men. Men really flourish in these relationship groups.
My clients are often facing a full range of personal and professional challenges - I offer them a space for processing with dignity, strength and maturity. I bring to my clients objectivity, insight, candor, resourcefulness, commitment and compassion so that they work safely to relieve anxiety or stress, improve mood and physical health, re-examine career goals, enhance personal relationships, address and heal from trauma injuries, resolve serious impairment of work performance and emotional stability from addictive behaviors, strengthen personal interests and reengage in life.
My clients are often facing a full range of personal and professional challenges - I offer them a space for processing with dignity, strength and maturity. I bring to my clients objectivity, insight, candor, resourcefulness, commitment and compassion so that they work safely to relieve anxiety or stress, improve mood and physical health, re-examine career goals, enhance personal relationships, address and heal from trauma injuries, resolve serious impairment of work performance and emotional stability from addictive behaviors, strengthen personal interests and reengage in life.
Ramona Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20016
Feeling lost? Stressed? Unbalanced? Asking for help is a courageous step. Begin to live your life fully today! I am the owner of IAM Enroot Therapy and provide individual, couples and family therapy to adults by empowering people to realize their inner power and strength to handle life’s full variety of stressors. I have experience working with a wide range of behavioral health disorders and believe in forming connections with others so that they can fully reconnect with themselves. I practice with a holistic and intergrative approach allowing for you to gain the support, clarity and peace of mind to cope with life's stressors.
Feeling lost? Stressed? Unbalanced? Asking for help is a courageous step. Begin to live your life fully today! I am the owner of IAM Enroot Therapy and provide individual, couples and family therapy to adults by empowering people to realize their inner power and strength to handle life’s full variety of stressors. I have experience working with a wide range of behavioral health disorders and believe in forming connections with others so that they can fully reconnect with themselves. I practice with a holistic and intergrative approach allowing for you to gain the support, clarity and peace of mind to cope with life's stressors.
Dr. Michael M. Librie, PsyD, LCSW-C
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20032 (Online Only)
Anxiety Disorders, Depressive Disorders, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Sound Baths, Anger Management, Self-Esteem, Grief, Mindfulness/Contemplative Practices, Addiction and co-occurring disorders.
I'm Michael Librie, Psy.D, LCSW-C, LICSW. I'm a Psychotherapist with over 35 years experience, qualified to provide integrative psychotherapy, combining techniques from various therapeutic schools to suit the needs of the client. I am delivering therapy virtually at this time in Maryland, Washington, DC and North Carolina. My approach combines traditional dynamic psychotherapy with awareness and internal inquiry processes. I partner with you to help guide you to focus inward so that you may experience your core self, listen to your soul and find your personal truth.
Anxiety Disorders, Depressive Disorders, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Sound Baths, Anger Management, Self-Esteem, Grief, Mindfulness/Contemplative Practices, Addiction and co-occurring disorders.
I'm Michael Librie, Psy.D, LCSW-C, LICSW. I'm a Psychotherapist with over 35 years experience, qualified to provide integrative psychotherapy, combining techniques from various therapeutic schools to suit the needs of the client. I am delivering therapy virtually at this time in Maryland, Washington, DC and North Carolina. My approach combines traditional dynamic psychotherapy with awareness and internal inquiry processes. I partner with you to help guide you to focus inward so that you may experience your core self, listen to your soul and find your personal truth.
Dr. Kathryn Defilippi
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20003 (Online Only)
Do you feel like no one understands you? Feel alone and don't know where to turn? Therapy might be the first big step you take to having someone provide you that space to talk freely and not feel judged. I believe that everyone can benefit from therapy. Therapy can be hard work, but I create a stress-free environment that makes therapy something you want to attend. In my experience, I have seen how talking can help. I listen to what you have to say and not just hear it. You no longer have to carry your burdens alone. Contact me to see how I can provide a safe place to talk. I work with adults, couples, and adolescents.
Do you feel like no one understands you? Feel alone and don't know where to turn? Therapy might be the first big step you take to having someone provide you that space to talk freely and not feel judged. I believe that everyone can benefit from therapy. Therapy can be hard work, but I create a stress-free environment that makes therapy something you want to attend. In my experience, I have seen how talking can help. I listen to what you have to say and not just hear it. You no longer have to carry your burdens alone. Contact me to see how I can provide a safe place to talk. I work with adults, couples, and adolescents.
Megan Bousquet
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, ATR, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20001 (Online Only)
Through working with me, you will gain perspective to resolve conflicts and problems, reduce stress and anxiety, increase self-esteem and self-awareness, build confidence, and achieve insight.
Throughout a woman’s life there are many emotional shifts and it takes strength to reach out for support! I understand the many challenges and stress that sometimes might have you not feeling like yourself. Do you feel alone, anxious, tired, sad, angry, irritable, or stressed? I work with women who are experiencing anxiety, depressed mood, grief and loss, fertility, miscarriage, transition to motherhood, and other life changing events. I have specialized training in anxiety, maternal mental health (pregnancy, birth, postpartum, motherhood), child development, and eating disorders.
Through working with me, you will gain perspective to resolve conflicts and problems, reduce stress and anxiety, increase self-esteem and self-awareness, build confidence, and achieve insight.
Throughout a woman’s life there are many emotional shifts and it takes strength to reach out for support! I understand the many challenges and stress that sometimes might have you not feeling like yourself. Do you feel alone, anxious, tired, sad, angry, irritable, or stressed? I work with women who are experiencing anxiety, depressed mood, grief and loss, fertility, miscarriage, transition to motherhood, and other life changing events. I have specialized training in anxiety, maternal mental health (pregnancy, birth, postpartum, motherhood), child development, and eating disorders.
IF YOU HAVE BEEN FEELING: Worried about future; Stressed about work; Discouraged and not motivated for life; Feeling I am not good enough; Feeling lost, loneliness, hopeless, and confused...WE WILL HELP YOU FEEL: Fulfilled life with purpose and joy; Ready for whatever life obstacles are ahead of you; Connected with the people who you are close to! You have been struggling for some time with negative thoughts and feelings that just won't seem to go away. You are in the right place. We can help! Mindology is a professional and licensed private counseling practice that is specialized in treatment for Trauma, Substance Abuse and other mental/behavioral disorders, in order to empower and help our clients to overcome day-to-day life challenges; achieve personal goals and improve the qualities of life.
IF YOU HAVE BEEN FEELING: Worried about future; Stressed about work; Discouraged and not motivated for life; Feeling I am not good enough; Feeling lost, loneliness, hopeless, and confused...WE WILL HELP YOU FEEL: Fulfilled life with purpose and joy; Ready for whatever life obstacles are ahead of you; Connected with the people who you are close to! You have been struggling for some time with negative thoughts and feelings that just won't seem to go away. You are in the right place. We can help! Mindology is a professional and licensed private counseling practice that is specialized in treatment for Trauma, Substance Abuse and other mental/behavioral disorders, in order to empower and help our clients to overcome day-to-day life challenges; achieve personal goals and improve the qualities of life.
Prell Gross
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20037 (Online Only)
You've been able to manage "it" by yourself for a while, but something still doesn't feel right, right? "Something's off". You might have asked yourself is this normal stress or anxiety? Am I just sad or depressed? Why am I so annoyed with things lately? I'm here to listen to you - the right way and help you gain some clarity and regain control. My goal is to help you identify what's needed in order to make things better & get it. I'm here to support your personal growth & awareness in ways that feel most genuine to YOU! Our sessions will be honest, informative, collaborative, productive, & thought-provoking. Let's get to work!
You've been able to manage "it" by yourself for a while, but something still doesn't feel right, right? "Something's off". You might have asked yourself is this normal stress or anxiety? Am I just sad or depressed? Why am I so annoyed with things lately? I'm here to listen to you - the right way and help you gain some clarity and regain control. My goal is to help you identify what's needed in order to make things better & get it. I'm here to support your personal growth & awareness in ways that feel most genuine to YOU! Our sessions will be honest, informative, collaborative, productive, & thought-provoking. Let's get to work!
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I can give you the skills, support, and strength to recognize the triggers to stress, anxiety, sadness, relationship and work issues, or other life challenge and provide you with tools and techniques to manage and overcome them.
Having a safe, nonjudgmental space, to be yourself, and to reflect, discuss, and learn about your reactions, decisions, and challenges can lead to improved well-being. My psychotherapy practice creates that space in a hopeful, compassionate atmosphere. Psychotherapy is a collaborative process. Between your counseling sessions, you are encouraged to reflect and put new skills and insights into practice. I can weave traditional psychotherapy with mindfulness practices to relieve symptoms, promote self-care, make intentional decisions, and grow. Please email me and I'll be able to answer more quickly.
I can give you the skills, support, and strength to recognize the triggers to stress, anxiety, sadness, relationship and work issues, or other life challenge and provide you with tools and techniques to manage and overcome them.
Having a safe, nonjudgmental space, to be yourself, and to reflect, discuss, and learn about your reactions, decisions, and challenges can lead to improved well-being. My psychotherapy practice creates that space in a hopeful, compassionate atmosphere. Psychotherapy is a collaborative process. Between your counseling sessions, you are encouraged to reflect and put new skills and insights into practice. I can weave traditional psychotherapy with mindfulness practices to relieve symptoms, promote self-care, make intentional decisions, and grow. Please email me and I'll be able to answer more quickly.
Bea von Watzdorf
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MS, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20009
I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, and stress management.
Ever feel run down from taking care of others? Tired to the point of exhaustion but afraid or unable to stop? Unsure how you ended up where you are but sure you don't want to be there anymore? It's an easy place to find ourselves. What isn't easy is getting out of it. I can help. For over 20 years I've been providing a confidential, nurturing environment that in which people can safely figure out who they are and what they’re about. Working together, we explore life’s questions, challenges and opportunities, as well as the stories we're living by and the ones we want to live by.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, and stress management.
Ever feel run down from taking care of others? Tired to the point of exhaustion but afraid or unable to stop? Unsure how you ended up where you are but sure you don't want to be there anymore? It's an easy place to find ourselves. What isn't easy is getting out of it. I can help. For over 20 years I've been providing a confidential, nurturing environment that in which people can safely figure out who they are and what they’re about. Working together, we explore life’s questions, challenges and opportunities, as well as the stories we're living by and the ones we want to live by.
With 50 years of clinical experience, a Duke U. Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, I am an empathic, results-oriented psychologist. My specialties: relationships, anxiety, depression, stress reduction, intimacy, trauma & abuse. I work with adults, adolescents, & children in individual, couple, family & group therapy. I counsel in Spanish, French & Japanese. I've authored 4 books on intimacy & relationships & hold FREE monthly Zoom workshops on Mindfulness, Creative Movement & Relationships using guided imagery & music. My licensed associates and I serve MD, D.C. & VA. My interactive audio flyer is available at AacCounseling.com. Call me.
With 50 years of clinical experience, a Duke U. Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, I am an empathic, results-oriented psychologist. My specialties: relationships, anxiety, depression, stress reduction, intimacy, trauma & abuse. I work with adults, adolescents, & children in individual, couple, family & group therapy. I counsel in Spanish, French & Japanese. I've authored 4 books on intimacy & relationships & hold FREE monthly Zoom workshops on Mindfulness, Creative Movement & Relationships using guided imagery & music. My licensed associates and I serve MD, D.C. & VA. My interactive audio flyer is available at AacCounseling.com. Call me.
Sandhya applies the following types of therapy: Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Therapy (MBSR) .
Sandhya Sharma is a South Asian Indian LPC and certified addictions specialist who works with: Adults, Teens, LGBTQ community, and International Communities. Sandhya will help create a safe and supportive therapy environment and work with you collaboratively to both accurately assess your strengths as well as areas of struggle. She will develop a treatment plan with you to help you facilitate behavioral changes that more successfully meet your goals. Sandhya will help you look at the ways you have been currently coping with life’s problems and help you to develop new strategies from a strengths-based perspective.
Sandhya applies the following types of therapy: Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Therapy (MBSR) .
Sandhya Sharma is a South Asian Indian LPC and certified addictions specialist who works with: Adults, Teens, LGBTQ community, and International Communities. Sandhya will help create a safe and supportive therapy environment and work with you collaboratively to both accurately assess your strengths as well as areas of struggle. She will develop a treatment plan with you to help you facilitate behavioral changes that more successfully meet your goals. Sandhya will help you look at the ways you have been currently coping with life’s problems and help you to develop new strategies from a strengths-based perspective.
I am passionate about the impact and potency of somatic experiencing to unfreeze stuck responses, to restore the defense response, and to promote a reregulation of stress.
I am a somatic experiencing practitioner and clinical sexologist committed to diversity and accessibility and offer a holistic therapeutic approach targeted to fit client needs. I am dedicated to trust-building and co-creation and enjoy worksheets/ post-session exercises that reinforce and assist integration. I enjoy working with clients with traditionally limited access to care. I also appreciate curiosity for self-awareness and commitment to growth.
I am passionate about the impact and potency of somatic experiencing to unfreeze stuck responses, to restore the defense response, and to promote a reregulation of stress.
I am a somatic experiencing practitioner and clinical sexologist committed to diversity and accessibility and offer a holistic therapeutic approach targeted to fit client needs. I am dedicated to trust-building and co-creation and enjoy worksheets/ post-session exercises that reinforce and assist integration. I enjoy working with clients with traditionally limited access to care. I also appreciate curiosity for self-awareness and commitment to growth.
Marjorie Jean
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20017 (Online Only)
Thriving takes commitment as it requires a mindset and body shift that can feel daunting at times. The weight of this world is already so disorienting and when we add our experiences with trauma, we can easily fall and live in a cycle of self-betrayal and neglect. Sometimes what we are holding onto needs to be fully disintegrated before we can move to a growth cycle. Much of my work is centered on trauma and stress recovery, shared empowerment, movement, and decolonizing practices. As a trauma healing practitioner, I am invested in facilitating your access to your whole self moving you beyond the traditional therapeutic activities.
Thriving takes commitment as it requires a mindset and body shift that can feel daunting at times. The weight of this world is already so disorienting and when we add our experiences with trauma, we can easily fall and live in a cycle of self-betrayal and neglect. Sometimes what we are holding onto needs to be fully disintegrated before we can move to a growth cycle. Much of my work is centered on trauma and stress recovery, shared empowerment, movement, and decolonizing practices. As a trauma healing practitioner, I am invested in facilitating your access to your whole self moving you beyond the traditional therapeutic activities.
2020 has been a tough year as we face this challenging time in our history. We’ve had to grapple with the longevity of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and the uncertainty it brings. Challenges, which are further confounded by a complicated and divisive political climate make this a time of grief, trauma, loss, and difficult transitions for many. Physical distancing measures, forced adoption of new technology, and disruption of our routines, though necessary to reduce the spread of COVID-19, bring additional struggles with preventing isolation, remaining engaged with social supports, and coping with stress and anxiety. Please talk with a provider if you are finding yourself overwhelmed or if you are experiencing changes in sleeping, eating, or irritability, whether or not your challenges can be explained by current situations We have immediate openings for therapy and medication management appointments.
2020 has been a tough year as we face this challenging time in our history. We’ve had to grapple with the longevity of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and the uncertainty it brings. Challenges, which are further confounded by a complicated and divisive political climate make this a time of grief, trauma, loss, and difficult transitions for many. Physical distancing measures, forced adoption of new technology, and disruption of our routines, though necessary to reduce the spread of COVID-19, bring additional struggles with preventing isolation, remaining engaged with social supports, and coping with stress and anxiety. Please talk with a provider if you are finding yourself overwhelmed or if you are experiencing changes in sleeping, eating, or irritability, whether or not your challenges can be explained by current situations We have immediate openings for therapy and medication management appointments.
About Saeed Behckam: •Master degree in Clinical Psychology •Member of Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA) •American Psychological Association (APA)
About Saeed Behckam: •Master degree in Clinical Psychology •Member of Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA) •American Psychological Association (APA)
Mara Gutierrez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20036 (Online Only)
I do my best work with highly sensitive adults who are looking to invite more clarity, calm, joy, and ease into their lives. My clients are often wanting to sort through deep questions and reconnect with their inner wisdom. Our work together helps them look inside and make sense of what feels like a tangled mess of emotions.
I do my best work with highly sensitive adults who are looking to invite more clarity, calm, joy, and ease into their lives. My clients are often wanting to sort through deep questions and reconnect with their inner wisdom. Our work together helps them look inside and make sense of what feels like a tangled mess of emotions.
