Urban Integrated Health Services (UIHS)
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Let's Connect (202) 979-9353
Available both in-person and online
1917 Benning Road Northeast suite B Washington, DC 20002
With 35 years of experience in behavioral health, Bernard Akinseye is a Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to meeting clients where they are — with compassion, expertise, and unconditional positive regard. His practice is grounded in the belief that every individual deserves to be seen, heard, and valued, regardless of their background, identity, or life circumstances.
Bernard holds a master’s degree in counseling psychology and has pursued post-graduate studies in leadership and education, reflecting a lifelong commitment to professional growth and excellence in care.
His areas of specialty include trauma-informed care, life-stage transitions, and the creation of safe, supportive therapeutic spaces. He draws on an integrative toolkit of evidence-based modalities — including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Somatic Therapy — tailoring each approach.
Bernard holds a master’s degree in counseling psychology and has pursued post-graduate studies in leadership and education, reflecting a lifelong commitment to professional growth and excellence in care. In addition to his clinical practice, Bernard provides Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services on behalf of a range of organizations.
Call or Email Urban Integrated Health Services (UIHS) now for a free 15 minute consultation - (202) 979-9353
Let's Connect (202) 979-9353
Finances
Insurance
- Aetna
- AmeriHealth
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Magellan
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- MultiPlan
- Optum
- Oxford
- Wasington Medstar
- Out of Network
Urban Integrated Health Services (UIHS)
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (202) 979-9353
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of District of Columbia / PRC1010 Bernard Akinseye
Licensed Professional Counselor: Bernard Akinseye
Urban Integrated Health Services (UIHS)
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (202) 979-9353
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- Addiction
- Alcohol Use
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Coping Skills
- Family Conflict
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Mood Disorders
- Substance Use
- Thinking Disorders
Urban Integrated Health Services (UIHS)
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (202) 979-9353
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Single Parent
Ethnicity
Black and African American ,
Mixed Race
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Single Parent
Ethnicity
Black and African American ,
Mixed Race
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Family / Marital
- Family Systems
- Humanistic
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Interpersonal
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Strength-Based
- Structural Family Therapy
- Transpersonal
- Trauma Focused
Urban Integrated Health Services (UIHS)
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (202) 979-9353
Location
Nearby Areas
Cities
Counties
Zips
Neighborhoods
Urban Integrated Health Services (UIHS)
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Call for a free consultation now - (202) 979-9353