Dr. Ziva Benezra
Psychologist, PsyD (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
5 Endorsed
Let's Connect (202) 933-6238

Available both in-person and online
1350 Connecticut Avenue NW Suite 612 Washington, DC 20036
You and your partner may be feeling out of sync, struggling to truly hear and understand one another. This relationship means so much to you, yet sadness, fear, and frustration keep growing. Even when you try to communicate clearly, your partner seems to see things differently, and conflicts remain unresolved. You're feeling disconnected and alone.
You're looking for a roadmap to learn to communicate deeply and effectively, and rebuild your bond. You long to be understood and feel close again, as well as secure that you can count on each other to face life’s challenges together. Therapy can create deep change and reconnection.
individual clients or couples may seek help with: difficult relationship dynamics, attachment injuries, trauma, depression and the blues, anxiety, work stress, persistent worries, identity questions, life adjustments, perfectionism, and grieving.
You want to be at ease and thrive in your life, relationships, work, and feel confident and connected.
I engage actively, collaboratively and compassionately to resolve the challenges that hold you back. Because each client or couple requires a unique approach, I incorporate complementary, evidenced-based therapies to support healing and growth.
To partner and begin your therapeutic journey, call or email for a free-of-charge 15-20 minute phone consultation.
Call or Email Dr. Ziva Benezra now for a free 15 minute consultation - (202) 933-6238
Let's Connect (202) 933-6238

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $245
- Couple Sessions $280
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Georgetown University Student Health Insurance
- Out of Network
Dr. Ziva Benezra
Psychologist, PsyD
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (202) 933-6238
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of District of Columbia / PSY1000681 Ziva Benezra
- In Practice for 22 years
- Attended Nova Southeastern University, PsyD, Graduated 2004
Education and Years In Practice
Dr. Ziva Benezra
Psychologist, PsyD
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (202) 933-6238
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Relationship Issues
- Anxiety
- Depression
Expertise
- Bisexual
- Coping Skills
- Divorce
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Infertility
- Infidelity
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Marital and Premarital
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Peer Relationships
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Self Esteem
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Transgender
- Trauma and PTSD
- Veterans
5 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- EMDR
- Emotionally Focused
- Integrative
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
Dr. Ziva Benezra
Psychologist, PsyD
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (202) 933-6238