Stress Therapists in Washington, DC
Kierra Holiday
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20006 (Online Only)
It is my goal to help people develop a better understanding of the factors that contribute to their stress, worries, anxiety, and concerns.
Surviving in today's world is no easy task. There are constant pressures to be a great partner, parent, friend, and employee. These dueling pressures can be extremely overwhelming. With over 42 million Americans living with anxiety and over 16 million living with depression, know that you are not alone. Seeking help is your first step toward victory. Therapy is meant to help you gain a more purposeful and balanced life while gaining the skills to overcome barriers in the way of your success.
It is my goal to help people develop a better understanding of the factors that contribute to their stress, worries, anxiety, and concerns.
Surviving in today's world is no easy task. There are constant pressures to be a great partner, parent, friend, and employee. These dueling pressures can be extremely overwhelming. With over 42 million Americans living with anxiety and over 16 million living with depression, know that you are not alone. Seeking help is your first step toward victory. Therapy is meant to help you gain a more purposeful and balanced life while gaining the skills to overcome barriers in the way of your success.
Kayena Pierre-Louis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20019 (Online Only)
Feeling like life's a maze of stress and sadness? What if I told you there's a cozy corner where understanding heals and your inner light shines bright? Welcome to Compassionate Counseling, where I blend warmth and expertise to guide you. Whether you're a career-driven go-getter or a burnt-out mom, let's rediscover your joy together. Your journey to emotional well-being starts here! I'm not your average therapist—I'm your partner in this journey, ready to listen and support you every step of the way.
Feeling like life's a maze of stress and sadness? What if I told you there's a cozy corner where understanding heals and your inner light shines bright? Welcome to Compassionate Counseling, where I blend warmth and expertise to guide you. Whether you're a career-driven go-getter or a burnt-out mom, let's rediscover your joy together. Your journey to emotional well-being starts here! I'm not your average therapist—I'm your partner in this journey, ready to listen and support you every step of the way.
Kimberly Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20009
Many women can feel overwhelmed with trying to juggle all the things and still make time for themselves and find their place in the world. I specialize in therapy for Gen Z, millennial, and midlife women seeking relief from stress, anxiety, overwhelm, and feeling out of alignment. I offer a boutique therapy experience starting with where you are and unravel what feels off. By providing a safe space to reflect, our sessions help you gain insight, reduce stress and anxiety, set goals, create change, and highlight strengths. Working with me is a collaboration to better understand yourself and gain tools to design the life you deserve.
Many women can feel overwhelmed with trying to juggle all the things and still make time for themselves and find their place in the world. I specialize in therapy for Gen Z, millennial, and midlife women seeking relief from stress, anxiety, overwhelm, and feeling out of alignment. I offer a boutique therapy experience starting with where you are and unravel what feels off. By providing a safe space to reflect, our sessions help you gain insight, reduce stress and anxiety, set goals, create change, and highlight strengths. Working with me is a collaboration to better understand yourself and gain tools to design the life you deserve.
Most importantly, decrease stress, anxiety, achieve work-life balance, enhance communication and interpersonal skills, improve time management and productivity, sharpen your decision-making skills, relationships with colleagues, friends, and family.
COUPLES & INDIV: Do you feel like you have a bump in your relationship and need to hit the reset button? Are you wondering what’s next, but don’t know where to begin? Do you feel like you're stuck in a cycle of worry and loss of control? As a highly experienced psychologist with over 30 years of expertise, I can help you make lasting changes and achieve your goals. Whether you're seeking guidance as a couple or as an individual, I offer a strength-based approach that can help you navigate through stressful times and find fulfillment in your relationships. Reach out and take the first step towards a happier, more balanced life.
Most importantly, decrease stress, anxiety, achieve work-life balance, enhance communication and interpersonal skills, improve time management and productivity, sharpen your decision-making skills, relationships with colleagues, friends, and family.
COUPLES & INDIV: Do you feel like you have a bump in your relationship and need to hit the reset button? Are you wondering what’s next, but don’t know where to begin? Do you feel like you're stuck in a cycle of worry and loss of control? As a highly experienced psychologist with over 30 years of expertise, I can help you make lasting changes and achieve your goals. Whether you're seeking guidance as a couple or as an individual, I offer a strength-based approach that can help you navigate through stressful times and find fulfillment in your relationships. Reach out and take the first step towards a happier, more balanced life.
Watershed Mental Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20003 (Online Only)
I support those looking for ways to manage stress and anxiety, those who are looking for a better relationship with themselves, those who are open to exploring and managing boundaries, and those who aim to heal old (or new) wounds. I am particularly (though not exclusively) committed to supporting those in helping professions, education, and caregiver roles. I offer clinical supervision to social workers pursuing their LICSW in DC.
I support those looking for ways to manage stress and anxiety, those who are looking for a better relationship with themselves, those who are open to exploring and managing boundaries, and those who aim to heal old (or new) wounds. I am particularly (though not exclusively) committed to supporting those in helping professions, education, and caregiver roles. I offer clinical supervision to social workers pursuing their LICSW in DC.
Lisa Ghali
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, MSW
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20010 (Online Only)
High pressured DC job causing stress? Loss of a loved one or relationship? Overall just feeling stuck? As a clinician and consultant, my aim is to provide ease, relief, and support.
As a holistic therapist, I work collaboratively with my clients, building on their strengths to help them reach their full potential. With a Masters in both clinical and macro Social Work from New York University, I've been applying my skills to support individuals and organizations since 2006. With extensive international experience, I've worked with diverse people and cultures, fostering a non-judgmental space for each individual to share their unique story.
High pressured DC job causing stress? Loss of a loved one or relationship? Overall just feeling stuck? As a clinician and consultant, my aim is to provide ease, relief, and support.
As a holistic therapist, I work collaboratively with my clients, building on their strengths to help them reach their full potential. With a Masters in both clinical and macro Social Work from New York University, I've been applying my skills to support individuals and organizations since 2006. With extensive international experience, I've worked with diverse people and cultures, fostering a non-judgmental space for each individual to share their unique story.
Niya Lewis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20002 (Online Only)
Anxiety underlies most behaviors and life decisions. I specialize in working with individuals contending with anxiety, job stress, burnout, depression, and life transitions. I use techniques and interventions from a variety of person centered, emotion-focused, and mind-body therapies to increase my clients resiliency and ability to cope with life's challenges. I help clients find meaning and purpose in their daily lives and assist them in identifying and meeting personal goals.
Anxiety underlies most behaviors and life decisions. I specialize in working with individuals contending with anxiety, job stress, burnout, depression, and life transitions. I use techniques and interventions from a variety of person centered, emotion-focused, and mind-body therapies to increase my clients resiliency and ability to cope with life's challenges. I help clients find meaning and purpose in their daily lives and assist them in identifying and meeting personal goals.
Dr. Kimberly M. Martin, HSPP, LLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20003
I utilize individual approaches when working with adults to address concerns related to phase-of-life difficulties, depression, anxiety, prolonged stress, and unresolved traumas. My overall goal as a psychologist is to help individuals develop skills and understanding to improve the quality of their life. The ideal client is an individual who is driven toward self-improvement, desires an end to their difficulties, accepts ownership of their behaviors and actions, and wants to identify the root cause of their current concerns and develop effective understanding and coping skills. www.drkimberlym.com
I utilize individual approaches when working with adults to address concerns related to phase-of-life difficulties, depression, anxiety, prolonged stress, and unresolved traumas. My overall goal as a psychologist is to help individuals develop skills and understanding to improve the quality of their life. The ideal client is an individual who is driven toward self-improvement, desires an end to their difficulties, accepts ownership of their behaviors and actions, and wants to identify the root cause of their current concerns and develop effective understanding and coping skills. www.drkimberlym.com
Katie Schwartz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20036
I specialize in mood issues (anxiety, depression, stress), processing trauma, food/ body struggles, and substance use.
Some of my favorite words to live by are, "if nothing changes, nothing changes". You deserve the opportunity to feel your best and I would be honored to help you on your way towards emotional healing and self-discovery. The best part of being a therapist is getting to witness and learn from all of the unique strengths and coping skills that everyone possesses, and helping them identify and access those gifts. I love working with people in all stages of life, and truly believe in the healing power of a strong, therapeutic relationship.
I specialize in mood issues (anxiety, depression, stress), processing trauma, food/ body struggles, and substance use.
Some of my favorite words to live by are, "if nothing changes, nothing changes". You deserve the opportunity to feel your best and I would be honored to help you on your way towards emotional healing and self-discovery. The best part of being a therapist is getting to witness and learn from all of the unique strengths and coping skills that everyone possesses, and helping them identify and access those gifts. I love working with people in all stages of life, and truly believe in the healing power of a strong, therapeutic relationship.
Melissa Williams, LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20036
I have a passion for helping people gain freedom in their lives + thrive in their relationships. I do my best to compassionately understand where you are in this season of life and help you honestly identify where you want to be. I enjoy working with adult + adolescent clients in individual, couples and group therapy to identify & work through the barriers the get in the way of living a full and rich life, including past trauma, stress management, life transitions, attachment issues & self-esteem.
I have a passion for helping people gain freedom in their lives + thrive in their relationships. I do my best to compassionately understand where you are in this season of life and help you honestly identify where you want to be. I enjoy working with adult + adolescent clients in individual, couples and group therapy to identify & work through the barriers the get in the way of living a full and rich life, including past trauma, stress management, life transitions, attachment issues & self-esteem.
It can bring up stressful emotions or deep thoughts that take some time to process, challenge who we are, or even upset us! Or sometimes we just get so caught up and busy in life that we forget that we deserve to make time for ourselves.
Sasha empower individuals to overcome personal obstacles to improve their relationships and themselves. Research shows that unhealthy relationships can cause both emotional and physical stress, whereas healthy relationships can enhance and improve overall well-being. Sasha's therapy style is direct, supportive and solution focused.
It can bring up stressful emotions or deep thoughts that take some time to process, challenge who we are, or even upset us! Or sometimes we just get so caught up and busy in life that we forget that we deserve to make time for ourselves.
Sasha empower individuals to overcome personal obstacles to improve their relationships and themselves. Research shows that unhealthy relationships can cause both emotional and physical stress, whereas healthy relationships can enhance and improve overall well-being. Sasha's therapy style is direct, supportive and solution focused.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20002 (Online Only)
I specialize in supporting young professionals, senior leaders and executive and high performers, drawing from over a decade of experience in human services. My focus is on enhancing personal and professional well-being and fostering a balanced work-life dynamic, crucial for optimal performance and enjoyment. I also support parents with their work/life parent journey. In addition, I work with adults dealing with stress, anxiety and ADHD.
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Elizabeth Mass
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20006 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with driven young adults (18-40) overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, and self-doubt, and perplexed by how others make adulting look so easy. I can help you find relief from racing thoughts, restless nights, people-pleasing, perfectionism, burnout, depression, and unfulfilling relationships, so you can finally feel like your best self. I'm trained in myriad therapeutic models to help you based on your goals and learning style. Through individual therapy, I'll help you gain skills to relieve symptoms and develop insight into unhelpful patterns, so you can live a more fulfilling and peaceful life.
I specialize in working with driven young adults (18-40) overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, and self-doubt, and perplexed by how others make adulting look so easy. I can help you find relief from racing thoughts, restless nights, people-pleasing, perfectionism, burnout, depression, and unfulfilling relationships, so you can finally feel like your best self. I'm trained in myriad therapeutic models to help you based on your goals and learning style. Through individual therapy, I'll help you gain skills to relieve symptoms and develop insight into unhelpful patterns, so you can live a more fulfilling and peaceful life.
Grace Anderson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20011 (Online Only)
Welcome! I work with individuals, children, adults, and couples experiencing life changes big and small. A hard loss, new baby, scary diagnosis, or a traumatic experience can all be sources of stress and can bring up lots of emotions. We will work through these events and reactions together, in a safe, non-judgmental, and fully supportive space. Even when it may seem impossible, I will support you to grow through the difficulties you’ve faced.
Welcome! I work with individuals, children, adults, and couples experiencing life changes big and small. A hard loss, new baby, scary diagnosis, or a traumatic experience can all be sources of stress and can bring up lots of emotions. We will work through these events and reactions together, in a safe, non-judgmental, and fully supportive space. Even when it may seem impossible, I will support you to grow through the difficulties you’ve faced.
Elaine Mazanec
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20036
My interests include working with clients through anxiety, depression, career stress, co-dependency, relationship and family difficulties, identity issues, burnout, life transitions, grief and loss.
I am a psychotherapist located in the Dupont Circle neighborhood of Washington, DC, offering individual, group, and couples therapy. I have a diverse practice and enjoy working with men and women to help them grow from within and improve the relationship they have with both themselves and others. Often, our sense of self is formed by our earliest relationships. In the therapeutic relationship, we can learn to cultivate a healthier, clearer sense of self. I create a warm, empathetic space where clients can learn to better understand themselves, let go of self-limiting beliefs, and build healthy coping mechanisms.
My interests include working with clients through anxiety, depression, career stress, co-dependency, relationship and family difficulties, identity issues, burnout, life transitions, grief and loss.
I am a psychotherapist located in the Dupont Circle neighborhood of Washington, DC, offering individual, group, and couples therapy. I have a diverse practice and enjoy working with men and women to help them grow from within and improve the relationship they have with both themselves and others. Often, our sense of self is formed by our earliest relationships. In the therapeutic relationship, we can learn to cultivate a healthier, clearer sense of self. I create a warm, empathetic space where clients can learn to better understand themselves, let go of self-limiting beliefs, and build healthy coping mechanisms.
These are effective, evidence-based approaches that can rewire your brain and reset your nervous system to shift you from fear to safety, from post traumatic stress to post traumatic growth, from surviving to thriving.
Is your past preventing you from experiencing a joyful and fulfilling life? Have you tried talk therapy and found that words aren't enough to change how you feel or that trying to change your thinking has not brought you the healing you seek? It could be that trauma is keeping you stuck. I specialize in treating adults who feel held back and weighed down by trauma, helping them to resolve traumatic experiences that are often at the root of depression, anxiety and other mental health disorders.
These are effective, evidence-based approaches that can rewire your brain and reset your nervous system to shift you from fear to safety, from post traumatic stress to post traumatic growth, from surviving to thriving.
Is your past preventing you from experiencing a joyful and fulfilling life? Have you tried talk therapy and found that words aren't enough to change how you feel or that trying to change your thinking has not brought you the healing you seek? It could be that trauma is keeping you stuck. I specialize in treating adults who feel held back and weighed down by trauma, helping them to resolve traumatic experiences that are often at the root of depression, anxiety and other mental health disorders.
Brandan Vazquez
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20002 (Online Only)
You feel stressed, worried and at times angry as if there is a weight on your shoulders. This weight is affecting your family, friends and even your job. What you’re doing isn’t working anymore. Still you don’t think you should tell some stranger your problems, especially if they won’t get where you’re coming from or how you feel. But you want to make a change. If you are looking for a place to feel heard, someone who won’t judge you or just the relief of finally being able to share how you feel with someone who won’t look at you differently then I encourage you to take that chance. I welcome you, What’s on your mind?
You feel stressed, worried and at times angry as if there is a weight on your shoulders. This weight is affecting your family, friends and even your job. What you’re doing isn’t working anymore. Still you don’t think you should tell some stranger your problems, especially if they won’t get where you’re coming from or how you feel. But you want to make a change. If you are looking for a place to feel heard, someone who won’t judge you or just the relief of finally being able to share how you feel with someone who won’t look at you differently then I encourage you to take that chance. I welcome you, What’s on your mind?
I'm a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC) with Arelis Perez Psychotherapy Services. I have years of experience assisting individuals who have undergone challenging experiences, specializing in working with adults who have experienced stress, grief/loss, anxiety, depression, attachment, adjustment disorders, and trauma. You are the expert in your own life and I believe that together, we can create a warm, empathetic, and supportive space to address your experiences and concerns. I prefer an integrative approach in working with my clients.
I'm a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC) with Arelis Perez Psychotherapy Services. I have years of experience assisting individuals who have undergone challenging experiences, specializing in working with adults who have experienced stress, grief/loss, anxiety, depression, attachment, adjustment disorders, and trauma. You are the expert in your own life and I believe that together, we can create a warm, empathetic, and supportive space to address your experiences and concerns. I prefer an integrative approach in working with my clients.
Yael Eiserike - Anxiety, Stress, Work/Life Balance
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, JD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20005 (Online Only)
As a lawyer-turned-therapist, I know the power of a good question. My clients are anxious professionals who have taken all the “right” steps only to wonder why they aren’t feeling satisfied. They share that I have helped them work through anxiety, insomnia, or stress from high-intensity careers. I enjoy helping people find sustainable work-life balance, in addition to moving through grief and loss. Whether it be the loss of a loved one, a career, or way of life, I can be a strong partner for you. My pragmatic approach is tailored and collaborative, helping you identify and implement strategies to both resolve and prevent problems.
As a lawyer-turned-therapist, I know the power of a good question. My clients are anxious professionals who have taken all the “right” steps only to wonder why they aren’t feeling satisfied. They share that I have helped them work through anxiety, insomnia, or stress from high-intensity careers. I enjoy helping people find sustainable work-life balance, in addition to moving through grief and loss. Whether it be the loss of a loved one, a career, or way of life, I can be a strong partner for you. My pragmatic approach is tailored and collaborative, helping you identify and implement strategies to both resolve and prevent problems.
Carolyn Hoffmann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20009
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I also offer burnout coaching to help you with tangible strategies for managing both stress & your workload.
I specialize in working with individuals of all ages who have experienced relationship trauma. I also have a passion for working with adults & couples who feel stuck or overwhelmed by daily responsibilities & life transitions. I'm a true believer in the therapeutic power of dialogue. Life can often be complex & messy, but with a supportive environment to talk things through, it can feel much easier to tackle. I strive to provide an inclusive, empathic, & non-judgmental space to manage your emotions & stressors as we work to nurture your personal relationships.
I also offer burnout coaching to help you with tangible strategies for managing both stress & your workload.
I specialize in working with individuals of all ages who have experienced relationship trauma. I also have a passion for working with adults & couples who feel stuck or overwhelmed by daily responsibilities & life transitions. I'm a true believer in the therapeutic power of dialogue. Life can often be complex & messy, but with a supportive environment to talk things through, it can feel much easier to tackle. I strive to provide an inclusive, empathic, & non-judgmental space to manage your emotions & stressors as we work to nurture your personal relationships.
