Divorce Therapists in Washington, DC

Are you struggling with the aftermath of a breakup? Feeling the weight of trauma history in your relationships? or Are you navigating the complexities of sexual health challenges, like issues related to gender, sexual orientation, sexually transmitted infections, or living with HIV/AIDS? Do you want healthy and fulfilling relationships and would like to create a more balanced life, that includes sexual pleasure and sexual safety as well, but don’t know how to start? You have landed on the right profile! Schedule a free consultation with me now.

If you are feeing overwhelmed, unsatisfied, worried, or burnt-out, I can help you. I have advanced training in treating anxiety, life transitions like changes in relationships and moves, and body image issues. My clients describe my style as warm, active, collaborative, and approachable. I will help you freely explore your thoughts and emotions, or learn what these are and how to express them. Through therapy, you will get to know yourself better and affect change in your life. I use a mix of elements from CBT, psychodynamic, and relational theories in my practice.

Aloha! It is my desire to create a safe, warm & accepting space for all the individuals I work with. I believe that feelings of belonging & acceptance are the foundation of the growth we can achieve together. Understanding my clients' problems from a holistic perspective is important to me. As you share your unique story it is my goal to paint a more detailed picture of your problem within the context it has evolved & been maintained. My belief is that all problems make sense in the context of our unique experiences & relationships. My desire is to validate these experiences & help you work towards lasting healing.

I can start explaining a little about myself.  How I like to work.  The last years, I've been working with a mixture of individuals using primarily psychodynamic, psychoanalytic, and CBT techniques.  I like to work with a small number of patients often over a period of time. So no quick fixes here. And if, after this initial session, you decide to move forward, we should aim to meet at this time and this location each and every week. The purpose, or the aim, is to create a time and a space which is entirely yours, week on week.

I have a client centered philosophy of care. My goal is to help clients understand how their thoughts influence their behaviors. When first meeting, I will provide a comfortable and supportive environment for building rapport and setting treatment goals. The hope is for you, my client, to feel supported in developing goals for self improvement and ultimately gaining insight and experiencing personal growth.

Whether you want to talk, are looking for support through difficult times, or looking to make real change in your life, we can work together to achieve dreams, meet goals and rise above the ashes. Using my background as a mental health therapist, a certified addictions counselor, and specializations in spirituality, grief, multiculturalism, and hypnosis, I am sure we can find a way to work together toward your goal of well-being.

Be Still and Know... speaks to each of us as individuals and groups. We are constantly moving through life; growing, learning, changing, and just living. We are so used to constantly moving that we don't take the time to be still; -to think, feel, or discern what we are experiencing in life. This can cause us to miss out on the opportunity to understand and resolve what we are going through. Therapy can be a supportive and meaningful way. I seek to help individuals who are seeking to learn how to deal with life's challenges and struggles such as anxiety, mood disorders, and adjusting to life changes.

Thanks for visiting! We will be the right fit if you’re striving toward a better version of yourself. You might notice it's easier to think than feel–maybe even overthink–about how to live, be, and relate to others well. You want more honesty throughout your relationships (and with yourself), even when it's uncomfortable. You thrive with exploring, challenging questions, and occasional redirection toward larger goals. We will be reflecting on relationships, families of origin, career, and general stress of life that leads to feelings of discomfort.

I am passionate about working with young children and their families who are experiencing challenges with academics, parenting, separation and divorce, as well as regulatory and behavioral issues. I provide psychological, developmental, and admissions testing. I also conduct play therapy, family therapy, parent guidance, divorce mediation, as well as school consultations. Early intervention and prevention as well as parental involvement is essential and paramount for optimal and favorable treatment outcomes.

Are you seeking support navigating life's challenges such as stress, anxiety, and relationships that affect your day-to-day? Do you put your needs at the bottom of your to-do list and wonder if life could be smoother? Many women feel uncertain about how to manage all the things, feel seen, and live authentically. By offering a safe space to reflect, our sessions focus on helping you gain insight, reduce stress and anxiety, set goals, create change, and highlight strengths. It's not just a session; it's a collaboration aimed at deepening self-understanding and self-compassion, expanding your coping skills, and propelling you forward.

Welcome to my practice. I look forward to getting to know you and hearing about what's troubling you, while you get a sense of what it will be like working with me. After an assessment of 1 or 2 sessions, we will arrive at an initial understanding of your situation and the issues and/or symptoms you'd like to address. We'll look at treatment options and agree on a plan, which may include cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), insight-oriented psychotherapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, or couples therapy, as indicated by your particular problem.

We'll explore how to identify and reframe negative thoughts, regulate mood, improve communication, learn and implement new behaviors . We'll also explore how your childhood experiences might impact and inform your current ability to form meaningful bonds. I work with create space for BIPOC, AAPI, Latinx, LGBTQ+ (diverse) clients to be candid about their experiences. We identify cognitive, emotional and behavioral distress related to anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, roles an expectations, discrimination or privilege, shame, transitions, anxiety, grief, trauma and/or abuse, racial, ethic and cultural identity, and relationships.

I love to partner with folx who are struggling with symptoms of trauma. We will begin by assessing how the trauma is impacting your daily life and then introducing coping strategies to decrease the symptoms.

Angela Brown is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 22 years of experience in both the mental health and substance abuse field. She is interested in helping youth, adults, couples, and families address their presenting issues Angela specializes in anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, phobias, OCD, and other life issues. Her approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, rational emotive therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, positive psychology, and reality and grounding techniques.

Do you struggle with substance use? Has addiction taken over your life? Your past does not have to dictate your present or your future. You can recover from traumatic experiences. In therapy, you can defuse the factors powering addiction. You can build practical coping skills for sustained recovery. You can save your relationship with couples therapy. I am a social worker with advanced training in substance abuse, harm reduction, and trauma therapy. Experienced therapist for teenagers. Reach out now. I look forward to hearing your story and helping you, your teenager, or your relationship get back on track.

The most immediate benefit of one-on-one work is that it pulls you out of the automaticity of life. It is only when we choose to step out of our regular schedules, that we are able to reflect, assess, reorient, plan, and finally pivot. Whether you are experiencing a lack of motivation, crying spells, racing thoughts, and/or other symptoms of stress, depression, or anxiety - I will support you through this period. Although I am trained in a number of therapy modalities, my initial focus is to understand your experiences at the present moment.

What is happening in your relationship that has you here today? Has one of you had an affair or are dealing with a past trauma? Are you frustrated and dissatisfied with your communication? Are you wondering if you should even stay together? I know you want to feel cared about and prioritized. You need to work together and build trust. You want to feel good again. No matter what kind of relationship challenge you have right now, you have come to the right place. Couples, couples, couples - let's get started and get you to a better place as soon as possible. We will figure this out together!

I am a Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW) in the District of Columbia. I have extensive experience working with children and teenagers ages 5-18, as well as adults. I have worked with individuals who experience ADHD, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, anger outbursts, and stage of life transitions. I also have experience working with families who are experiencing anxiety, depression, ineffective communication styles and trauma.

Most psychological issues are related to our identity; growth, change, understanding, acceptance, etc. Whether you're young or old, unconscious attitudes, habitual behaviors, and basic character traits lead to interpersonal 'success' or 'failure'. I can help you to understand these basics. It's up to you to implement the interventions.