Depression Therapists in Washington, DC
Licensed in the District of Columbia, Virginia, Colorado, New Mexico, and PSYPACT member. Therapy can be helpful at anytime in your life, but it could be particularly important for you now, when so many of us are experiencing heightened emotions. Whether you're suffering from trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, loss, relationship struggles, or other concerns, we can work together to understand the underlying causes for your symptoms and help you pursue your inner truth and liberation.
Licensed in the District of Columbia, Virginia, Colorado, New Mexico, and PSYPACT member. Therapy can be helpful at anytime in your life, but it could be particularly important for you now, when so many of us are experiencing heightened emotions. Whether you're suffering from trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, loss, relationship struggles, or other concerns, we can work together to understand the underlying causes for your symptoms and help you pursue your inner truth and liberation.
Adam Bloom
Counselor, MS, LPC, LCPC, NCC, MAC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20036 (Online Only)
I have advanced training in treating anxiety disorders, depression, mood disorders, substance use concerns, relational struggles, attachment injury and trauma.
Making the decision to embark on a therapeutic journey takes courage and vulnerability. Congratulations on taking this step towards improving your personal wellness. Productive therapy starts by creating a safe space and working on building a relationship that fosters trust. We will discuss your current reasons for engaging in therapy, explore parts of your history that may inform our work together, and develop a tailored plan to support symptom relief and address the root causes to optimize your healing and growth.
I have advanced training in treating anxiety disorders, depression, mood disorders, substance use concerns, relational struggles, attachment injury and trauma.
Making the decision to embark on a therapeutic journey takes courage and vulnerability. Congratulations on taking this step towards improving your personal wellness. Productive therapy starts by creating a safe space and working on building a relationship that fosters trust. We will discuss your current reasons for engaging in therapy, explore parts of your history that may inform our work together, and develop a tailored plan to support symptom relief and address the root causes to optimize your healing and growth.
I work with adults experiencing a wide range of issues, from anxiety, depression and trauma to relationship issues, personal identity, and life transitions or grief. Therapy can help you get unstuck in any of these areas, support you in creating your own life story, and assist you in feeling better and more in control.
I work with adults experiencing a wide range of issues, from anxiety, depression and trauma to relationship issues, personal identity, and life transitions or grief. Therapy can help you get unstuck in any of these areas, support you in creating your own life story, and assist you in feeling better and more in control.
Shola Adebusuyi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20004 (Online Only)
Do you ever feel stuck? Misunderstood? Have moments when you feel out of control, sad or hard to breathe? I am a Clinical Social Worker licensed in Maryland and Washington, D.C., specializing in anxiety, depression, life transitions, career fatigue, substance use disorders, and living with chronic health conditions and life-threatening illnesses. I thoroughly believe in the power of self-care and teaching strategies to manage life stressors and the impact on clients’ well-being and relationships.
Do you ever feel stuck? Misunderstood? Have moments when you feel out of control, sad or hard to breathe? I am a Clinical Social Worker licensed in Maryland and Washington, D.C., specializing in anxiety, depression, life transitions, career fatigue, substance use disorders, and living with chronic health conditions and life-threatening illnesses. I thoroughly believe in the power of self-care and teaching strategies to manage life stressors and the impact on clients’ well-being and relationships.
Phalande Jean
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LGPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20036 (Online Only)
I support those navigating trauma (sexual and religious), depression, anxiety, neurodivergence, sex/gender identity, and life transitions.
I see you. If you've made it here, you are searching for something and I am passionate about joining you at the core of the pain, in the middle of the mess, and within the distress. I aim to be a witness and to co-create a space where we can tap into your capacity to resist, rejoice, rest, and recharge.
I support those navigating trauma (sexual and religious), depression, anxiety, neurodivergence, sex/gender identity, and life transitions.
I see you. If you've made it here, you are searching for something and I am passionate about joining you at the core of the pain, in the middle of the mess, and within the distress. I aim to be a witness and to co-create a space where we can tap into your capacity to resist, rejoice, rest, and recharge.
Mondays OR Wednesdays 11:30a EST. Therapy group for therapists experiencing stress, grief, depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues, compassion fatigue and burnout. The goal is to have a confidential space to be able to process & get support around being a mental health provider in the midst of our own mental health struggles & growth. As a member of PSYPACT, group is open to mental health providers from 42 states. States can be found here: www.drellenbronder.com. Therapists include: psychologists, therapists, counselors, social workers and psychiatrists.
Mondays OR Wednesdays 11:30a EST. Therapy group for therapists experiencing stress, grief, depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues, compassion fatigue and burnout. The goal is to have a confidential space to be able to process & get support around being a mental health provider in the midst of our own mental health struggles & growth. As a member of PSYPACT, group is open to mental health providers from 42 states. States can be found here: www.drellenbronder.com. Therapists include: psychologists, therapists, counselors, social workers and psychiatrists.
Katherine Simonetti
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW, JD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20036
Are you dealing with anxiety, depression, family or relationship issues? Together, we can understand the roots of your difficulties, build new coping skills and help you lead a more authentic and fulfilled life. My style of therapy is like my personality: compassionate, non-judgmental and direct. I use a combination of evidence-based techniques to help reduce anxiety and depression, improve relationships, and help you live your best life.
Are you dealing with anxiety, depression, family or relationship issues? Together, we can understand the roots of your difficulties, build new coping skills and help you lead a more authentic and fulfilled life. My style of therapy is like my personality: compassionate, non-judgmental and direct. I use a combination of evidence-based techniques to help reduce anxiety and depression, improve relationships, and help you live your best life.
Nathan Luecking
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20017 (Online Only)
I have 13 years of experience providing therapy to adults and adolescents to treat anxiety, depression, trauma, anger-management, and substance abuse, among other concerns.
Life transitions and stressors, anxiety, depression, and trauma can often get in the way of feeling like yourself and doing what is best for you. These barriers can mean losing interest in activities you once enjoyed, regularly feeling burned out or on edge, feeling disconnected from your friends and family, or simply not feeling like yourself. With my confidential, professional, and supportive care, we can understand and treat your mood-related symptoms.
I have 13 years of experience providing therapy to adults and adolescents to treat anxiety, depression, trauma, anger-management, and substance abuse, among other concerns.
Life transitions and stressors, anxiety, depression, and trauma can often get in the way of feeling like yourself and doing what is best for you. These barriers can mean losing interest in activities you once enjoyed, regularly feeling burned out or on edge, feeling disconnected from your friends and family, or simply not feeling like yourself. With my confidential, professional, and supportive care, we can understand and treat your mood-related symptoms.
Life is challenging and at times we need geniune help to grow to our fullest potential. As a clinical psychologist, it is my passion to help individuals discover what keeps them from obtaining their life goals. Depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, divorce, and/or basic growing pains can negatively impact one's life. My practice is centered around breaking down the barriers that impede on life success, and learning real strategies to combat future difficulties. In addition to traditional therapy, I also provide parenting coordination for parents looking for alternative ways to address co-parenting difficulties.
Life is challenging and at times we need geniune help to grow to our fullest potential. As a clinical psychologist, it is my passion to help individuals discover what keeps them from obtaining their life goals. Depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, divorce, and/or basic growing pains can negatively impact one's life. My practice is centered around breaking down the barriers that impede on life success, and learning real strategies to combat future difficulties. In addition to traditional therapy, I also provide parenting coordination for parents looking for alternative ways to address co-parenting difficulties.
My areas of specialization include trauma recovery, anxiety, depression, PPD and mood disorders.
If you are reading this, you have already taken the hardest step toward feeling better- reaching out for help. As a therapist I understand that it is important for you to feel understood, heard and supported. When we all are working as a team, those things will be automatic. My approach is direct yet very compassionate. My goal is for us together to identify the cause of your issues, to develop what is needed and how it can be achieved. I would like to get you unstuck and on the path to happiness.
My areas of specialization include trauma recovery, anxiety, depression, PPD and mood disorders.
If you are reading this, you have already taken the hardest step toward feeling better- reaching out for help. As a therapist I understand that it is important for you to feel understood, heard and supported. When we all are working as a team, those things will be automatic. My approach is direct yet very compassionate. My goal is for us together to identify the cause of your issues, to develop what is needed and how it can be achieved. I would like to get you unstuck and on the path to happiness.
Malca Gottlieb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20016 (Online Only)
Accepting New Patients Now! Malca has over 16 years’ experience as a psychotherapist and social worker and has worked extensively with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, imposter syndrome, and perfectionism. She is described by her clients as a wonderful listener, calm, patient, and deeply insightful about people and their relationships. She works with clients who may feel routinized or feel that their passions and ambitions are being frustrated by their surroundings.
Accepting New Patients Now! Malca has over 16 years’ experience as a psychotherapist and social worker and has worked extensively with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, imposter syndrome, and perfectionism. She is described by her clients as a wonderful listener, calm, patient, and deeply insightful about people and their relationships. She works with clients who may feel routinized or feel that their passions and ambitions are being frustrated by their surroundings.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LGSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20036 (Online Only)
I'm here to help you navigate stress, depression, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, SUD and confidence together one session at a time.
Let's get right to it! We've all been there: pain, grief, trauma and life transitions now manifesting into depression and anxiety. Guess what? You've landed in the right place. Acknowledging you need support is the first step so you're already on the right track. Let me support you with getting back to your best self. Feeling like you don't know where to start? No problem! Therapy does not have to be rigid, uncomfortable or daunting. It starts with YOU being open to talk through things that are keeping you from greatness! I am excited to connect with you so that we can determine what you need to navigate difficulty in a healthy way.
I'm here to help you navigate stress, depression, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, SUD and confidence together one session at a time.
Let's get right to it! We've all been there: pain, grief, trauma and life transitions now manifesting into depression and anxiety. Guess what? You've landed in the right place. Acknowledging you need support is the first step so you're already on the right track. Let me support you with getting back to your best self. Feeling like you don't know where to start? No problem! Therapy does not have to be rigid, uncomfortable or daunting. It starts with YOU being open to talk through things that are keeping you from greatness! I am excited to connect with you so that we can determine what you need to navigate difficulty in a healthy way.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist practicing near Dupont Circle in Washington, DC with training from the George Washington University and the Washington Baltimore Center for Psychoanalysis. I have been successful in helping adolescents and adults coping with issues such as stress/anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges alleviate their discomfort. I put a high premium on creating a non-judgmental, safe environment where we can collaboratively explore life patterns that cause pain and sadness as I work to empower patients to establish more positive coping strategies that will lead to lasting relief.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist practicing near Dupont Circle in Washington, DC with training from the George Washington University and the Washington Baltimore Center for Psychoanalysis. I have been successful in helping adolescents and adults coping with issues such as stress/anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges alleviate their discomfort. I put a high premium on creating a non-judgmental, safe environment where we can collaboratively explore life patterns that cause pain and sadness as I work to empower patients to establish more positive coping strategies that will lead to lasting relief.
In my ten years as a psychotherapist, I have treated a patient population that struggles with anxiety, depression, and issues that arise during life changes and role transitions. It is my goal as a therapist to help my patients gain a deeper understanding of their motivations, emotional reactions, and thought processes, improving not only their self-esteem but their relationships as well.
In my ten years as a psychotherapist, I have treated a patient population that struggles with anxiety, depression, and issues that arise during life changes and role transitions. It is my goal as a therapist to help my patients gain a deeper understanding of their motivations, emotional reactions, and thought processes, improving not only their self-esteem but their relationships as well.
My specialties include: anxiety, depression, motivation issues, interpersonal difficulties, stress management, life transitions, anger management, gender identity, sexuality exploration, and grief.
Many people get stuck and feel disappointed or unsatisfied when they evaluate their lives. I work with clients to help them identify destructive thoughts and behaviors, manage disruptive, uncomfortable emotions, establish more fulfilling relationships, and reach a place of genuine satisfaction. I teach clients skills to increase positive feelings and we will work together to uncover deep insights and break entrenched maladaptive, negative life patterns. As your therapist, I provide a warm, directive and active role to help you meet your treatment goals.
My specialties include: anxiety, depression, motivation issues, interpersonal difficulties, stress management, life transitions, anger management, gender identity, sexuality exploration, and grief.
Many people get stuck and feel disappointed or unsatisfied when they evaluate their lives. I work with clients to help them identify destructive thoughts and behaviors, manage disruptive, uncomfortable emotions, establish more fulfilling relationships, and reach a place of genuine satisfaction. I teach clients skills to increase positive feelings and we will work together to uncover deep insights and break entrenched maladaptive, negative life patterns. As your therapist, I provide a warm, directive and active role to help you meet your treatment goals.
Dana Kimbrough Dixon
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20006 (Online Only)
Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, dealing with life stressors, adjusting to life, or working to heal; I will help you develop the skills, provide support and give you the space to be heard.
I am passionate about creating a safe environment where you can be yourself, feel empowered, be inquisitive and build on your strengths. In this space, you don't have to hide not having it all together. I can help you navigate through life challenges by expanding on what you already know, in addition to introducing new strategies and techniques that can be used in everyday life. In what I call my non- judgment zone, we can explore your story together.
Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, dealing with life stressors, adjusting to life, or working to heal; I will help you develop the skills, provide support and give you the space to be heard.
I am passionate about creating a safe environment where you can be yourself, feel empowered, be inquisitive and build on your strengths. In this space, you don't have to hide not having it all together. I can help you navigate through life challenges by expanding on what you already know, in addition to introducing new strategies and techniques that can be used in everyday life. In what I call my non- judgment zone, we can explore your story together.
Samuel Chapman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20036 (Online Only)
Suppose you are feeling overwhelming anxiety, experiencing depression, having difficulty handling your emotions, relationship issues, or having traumatic experiences and having trouble healthily coping with these experiences. In that case, I have extensive experience treating clients with all these issues and more. In a safe, confidential, and professional environment, I can help you explore the in-depth reasons you are experiencing these hardships and difficulties.
Suppose you are feeling overwhelming anxiety, experiencing depression, having difficulty handling your emotions, relationship issues, or having traumatic experiences and having trouble healthily coping with these experiences. In that case, I have extensive experience treating clients with all these issues and more. In a safe, confidential, and professional environment, I can help you explore the in-depth reasons you are experiencing these hardships and difficulties.
*Accepting new clients for in-person and virtual* I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Registered Art Therapist providing individual therapy to children, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and trauma. The therapeutic relationship is one of the most essential aspects of my clinical work and I cater my approaches to each unique individual based on their strengths and needs. I am dedicated to creating a safe, genuine, and empathetic environment where my clients feel supported in their healing process and where we can work together to overcome obstacles.
*Accepting new clients for in-person and virtual* I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Registered Art Therapist providing individual therapy to children, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and trauma. The therapeutic relationship is one of the most essential aspects of my clinical work and I cater my approaches to each unique individual based on their strengths and needs. I am dedicated to creating a safe, genuine, and empathetic environment where my clients feel supported in their healing process and where we can work together to overcome obstacles.
Carrie Tiller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20036
I work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma/vicarious trauma, relationships, adjustment issues, self-esteem, grief, or problems at school/work.
My approach is geared towards helping clients make choices and relate to others in ways that reinforce their feelings of autonomy, fulfillment, and peace. We engage to explore current situations and the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and then develop strategies to help better manage situations or make decisions. Strategies we explore may include short term action plans as well as longer term resilience building to manage ongoing challenges. I will work with clients to develop new ways of interpreting difficulties, understanding others, and communicating that are in line with their own values and hopes.
I work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma/vicarious trauma, relationships, adjustment issues, self-esteem, grief, or problems at school/work.
My approach is geared towards helping clients make choices and relate to others in ways that reinforce their feelings of autonomy, fulfillment, and peace. We engage to explore current situations and the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and then develop strategies to help better manage situations or make decisions. Strategies we explore may include short term action plans as well as longer term resilience building to manage ongoing challenges. I will work with clients to develop new ways of interpreting difficulties, understanding others, and communicating that are in line with their own values and hopes.
With over 20 years of experience, I provide psychotherapy for adults dealing with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, grief, and interpersonal issues. I am on faculty at The Catholic University of America and the New Washington School of Psychiatry where I continuously both learn and teach the latest findings in effective therapy.
With over 20 years of experience, I provide psychotherapy for adults dealing with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, grief, and interpersonal issues. I am on faculty at The Catholic University of America and the New Washington School of Psychiatry where I continuously both learn and teach the latest findings in effective therapy.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.