Therapists in 20036
Alicia Shelby
Licensed Professional Counselor, LGPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20036 (Online Only)
I am a licensed graduate professional counselor who really enjoys working with adolescents and young adults. I have vast experience working with children, adolescents, adult students, and young professionals in a variety of environments. I am passionate about providing clients with opportunities to communicate through self expression.
I am a licensed graduate professional counselor who really enjoys working with adolescents and young adults. I have vast experience working with children, adolescents, adult students, and young professionals in a variety of environments. I am passionate about providing clients with opportunities to communicate through self expression.
Elaina Vasserman-Stokes
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20036
I offer individual, couples, and play therapy to adults, children, and parents.
My clinical expertise is in issues related to emotional regulation, trauma, loss, and early life attachment experiences. I have a particular interest in supporting parents of young children (particularly at this time and in relationship to COVID-related school and care transitions). My approach can broadly be described as insight oriented and rooted in attachment, relational, and interpersonal theories as well as self-psychology. My expertise rests on meaningful personal experiences and on continuing rigorous training and teaching.
I offer individual, couples, and play therapy to adults, children, and parents.
My clinical expertise is in issues related to emotional regulation, trauma, loss, and early life attachment experiences. I have a particular interest in supporting parents of young children (particularly at this time and in relationship to COVID-related school and care transitions). My approach can broadly be described as insight oriented and rooted in attachment, relational, and interpersonal theories as well as self-psychology. My expertise rests on meaningful personal experiences and on continuing rigorous training and teaching.
Jermaine Boston (Graves)
Counselor, MA, LCPC, LPC, BCPC
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20036 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) serving children, adolescents, individuals, couples, college/graduate students, and LGBTQ clients. I have specialized in providing services to adolescents and their families for more than 25 years. I am licensed in Maryland and the District of Columbia. I have been practicing as a Mental Health Clinician for 14 years providing services in group homes, communities, educational, and private practice settings. At Peace of Mind Therapy, LLC, we offer services by other Licensed Professional Counselors or Licensed Social Workers that are Qualified, Capable, & Culturally Competent.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) serving children, adolescents, individuals, couples, college/graduate students, and LGBTQ clients. I have specialized in providing services to adolescents and their families for more than 25 years. I am licensed in Maryland and the District of Columbia. I have been practicing as a Mental Health Clinician for 14 years providing services in group homes, communities, educational, and private practice settings. At Peace of Mind Therapy, LLC, we offer services by other Licensed Professional Counselors or Licensed Social Workers that are Qualified, Capable, & Culturally Competent.
The MECCA Group LLC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20036
The MECCA Group is comprised of a clinically and culturally diverse team of professionals who provide comprehensive services for children, adolescents, young adults, and their support systems in the Washington, DC Metropolitan area. Our dedicated team of therapeutic professionals consists of psychologists, social workers, counselors, behavior analysts, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, vocational specialists, and special educators. All professional team members have extensive knowledge and experience in providing evidence-based practices as well comprehensive holistic care to help all clients reach their highest potential and to Live Fully.
The MECCA Group is comprised of a clinically and culturally diverse team of professionals who provide comprehensive services for children, adolescents, young adults, and their support systems in the Washington, DC Metropolitan area. Our dedicated team of therapeutic professionals consists of psychologists, social workers, counselors, behavior analysts, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, vocational specialists, and special educators. All professional team members have extensive knowledge and experience in providing evidence-based practices as well comprehensive holistic care to help all clients reach their highest potential and to Live Fully.
Anna D'Avanzo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20036
Young adulthood is one of the most formative and also challenging years of our lives. Your path forward might not always feel obvious or smooth. As a therapist, I provide a safe and empathetic environment for you to explore what matters to you most. The people I work with face challenges around major life changes and adjustments, school, college, and careers, relationship issues, family conflict, and parent-child conflict. I have many years of experience helping clients work through past trauma, those with anxiety, depression, and obsessive-compulsive disorders.
Young adulthood is one of the most formative and also challenging years of our lives. Your path forward might not always feel obvious or smooth. As a therapist, I provide a safe and empathetic environment for you to explore what matters to you most. The people I work with face challenges around major life changes and adjustments, school, college, and careers, relationship issues, family conflict, and parent-child conflict. I have many years of experience helping clients work through past trauma, those with anxiety, depression, and obsessive-compulsive disorders.
John W Cornelius
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, MSW, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20036
With children, adolescents, and young adults, I combine relationship and calming skills to reduce ADHD and family discord and increase self-efficacy.
I help individuals work on life issues tied to anxiety and depression, relationship difficulties, stress symptoms tied to childhood trauma, and families struggling with behavioral challenges. I teach communication skills that help with difficult relationships. These skills include helping my clients improve their power, voice, and contact with significant others. I employ many approaches in psychotherapy, including psychodynamic, gestalt, somatic experiencing (SE), accelerated experiential dynamic (AEDP), cognitive behavioral (CBT) and emotionally focused couples therapy (EFT).
With children, adolescents, and young adults, I combine relationship and calming skills to reduce ADHD and family discord and increase self-efficacy.
I help individuals work on life issues tied to anxiety and depression, relationship difficulties, stress symptoms tied to childhood trauma, and families struggling with behavioral challenges. I teach communication skills that help with difficult relationships. These skills include helping my clients improve their power, voice, and contact with significant others. I employ many approaches in psychotherapy, including psychodynamic, gestalt, somatic experiencing (SE), accelerated experiential dynamic (AEDP), cognitive behavioral (CBT) and emotionally focused couples therapy (EFT).
Rhetya Kelly Thompson
Counselor, LGPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20036
I specialize in therapy for children and teens facing behavioral and emotional challenges, as well as supporting their parents. If your child's intense emotions or behaviors are overwhelming, or if your teen is struggling with defiance, social challenges, or managing their feelings, know that you're not alone. My balanced approach focuses on helping your child or teen express and regulate their emotions positively, while equally empowering you as a parent with effective strategies for guidance and support. Together, we'll work towards building stronger family dynamics and individual emotional resilience.
I specialize in therapy for children and teens facing behavioral and emotional challenges, as well as supporting their parents. If your child's intense emotions or behaviors are overwhelming, or if your teen is struggling with defiance, social challenges, or managing their feelings, know that you're not alone. My balanced approach focuses on helping your child or teen express and regulate their emotions positively, while equally empowering you as a parent with effective strategies for guidance and support. Together, we'll work towards building stronger family dynamics and individual emotional resilience.
Sammi Rosenfeld
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, DC LPC, MD LCPC, MSEd, CCTP
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20036
Waitlist for new clients
I am a mental health and school counselor passionate about supporting the growth of children and young adults. I am experienced with both school-age children, young adults, and adults. I have also spent a lifetime in the world of professional dance and the creative arts. My experience in dance and the body highly influences my therapeutic lens. I view integration of body and mind through multi-sensory modalities as integral to client growth. I take an integrative approach to my work; in one session we may talk, play, draw, explore the sand tray, or move. Some moments may be more directive and some may be client-led.
I am a mental health and school counselor passionate about supporting the growth of children and young adults. I am experienced with both school-age children, young adults, and adults. I have also spent a lifetime in the world of professional dance and the creative arts. My experience in dance and the body highly influences my therapeutic lens. I view integration of body and mind through multi-sensory modalities as integral to client growth. I take an integrative approach to my work; in one session we may talk, play, draw, explore the sand tray, or move. Some moments may be more directive and some may be client-led.
Wellness Blooms Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20036 (Online Only)
I have extensive experience as a Clinical Social Worker, providing mental health services to individuals, children, and families by using Evidence-Based Treatment modalities.
Are you experiencing a major life transition or challenge? Are you having difficulty regulating your emotions and coping with various life stressors? As your therapist, I will help you develop goals and strategies to manage difficult feelings and frustrations, and increase your self-understanding and acceptance. I aim to provide a safe place to listen and understand my clients in an environment that is focused on healing with the use of supportive techniques. Through the use of Evidence-Based Practices) most closely aligned with your needs we will decrease stress/anxiety, improve mood, and increase focus and healthy habits.
I have extensive experience as a Clinical Social Worker, providing mental health services to individuals, children, and families by using Evidence-Based Treatment modalities.
Are you experiencing a major life transition or challenge? Are you having difficulty regulating your emotions and coping with various life stressors? As your therapist, I will help you develop goals and strategies to manage difficult feelings and frustrations, and increase your self-understanding and acceptance. I aim to provide a safe place to listen and understand my clients in an environment that is focused on healing with the use of supportive techniques. Through the use of Evidence-Based Practices) most closely aligned with your needs we will decrease stress/anxiety, improve mood, and increase focus and healthy habits.
Lorelei Prevost
Psychologist, PhD, MA, EdM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20036
Welcome, and thank you for reading my profile! I enjoy working with people of all ages, from school-aged children to elders. I provide individual psychotherapy, group psychotherapy, and play therapy. I am particularly interested in trauma, having worked with survivors of torture and political persecution, combat veterans, and adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse. My private practice is in Washington D.C., steps away from the Dupont Circle metro.
Welcome, and thank you for reading my profile! I enjoy working with people of all ages, from school-aged children to elders. I provide individual psychotherapy, group psychotherapy, and play therapy. I am particularly interested in trauma, having worked with survivors of torture and political persecution, combat veterans, and adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse. My private practice is in Washington D.C., steps away from the Dupont Circle metro.
Erica Berger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20036
Waitlist for new clients
I am a clinical social worker, practicing since 1993, and have accumulated a breadth of professional experience working with children, adolescents, and adults through various stages of life. My approach is warm, engaging, collaborative and positive, with an initial goal of developing a trusting and supportive connection. Together, we will then create a treatment strategy that is tailored to you. Regardless of the approach, I strive to create a safe space that invites honesty, insight, creativity and even humor. If you are interested in exploring the possibility of therapy, I welcome the opportunity to offer my assistance.
I am a clinical social worker, practicing since 1993, and have accumulated a breadth of professional experience working with children, adolescents, and adults through various stages of life. My approach is warm, engaging, collaborative and positive, with an initial goal of developing a trusting and supportive connection. Together, we will then create a treatment strategy that is tailored to you. Regardless of the approach, I strive to create a safe space that invites honesty, insight, creativity and even humor. If you are interested in exploring the possibility of therapy, I welcome the opportunity to offer my assistance.
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The Mind Center LLC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20036
We provide top-notch testing and therapy services, with no long wait time. We understand the challenges you face when navigating your child's academic and emotional needs. Our services are designed pinpoint your child's strengths and areas of improvement. Our mission? To team up with parents, their kids, and schools, creating a dynamic trio that supports every child in becoming their own hero with tailored intervention strategies. We believe in turning challenges into triumphs and question marks into exclamation points. Our approach is thorough, evidence-based, and action-oriented.
We provide top-notch testing and therapy services, with no long wait time. We understand the challenges you face when navigating your child's academic and emotional needs. Our services are designed pinpoint your child's strengths and areas of improvement. Our mission? To team up with parents, their kids, and schools, creating a dynamic trio that supports every child in becoming their own hero with tailored intervention strategies. We believe in turning challenges into triumphs and question marks into exclamation points. Our approach is thorough, evidence-based, and action-oriented.
Tiffany Bufort-Odom
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC, CCTP, ACS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20036 (Online Only)
Gabby Douglas said it best "Hard days are the best because that's when champions are made." Are you struggling with managing daily stressors? Have you gone through a traumatic event and are ready to take back your power? Are you noticing a disconnect between you and your child? Therapy provides a place for you to work on your healing process. It's a powerful and rewarding journey. Remember, your life is your canvas, and you are the masterpiece. If you are ready for this next step, I would be honored to be a part of your journey.
Gabby Douglas said it best "Hard days are the best because that's when champions are made." Are you struggling with managing daily stressors? Have you gone through a traumatic event and are ready to take back your power? Are you noticing a disconnect between you and your child? Therapy provides a place for you to work on your healing process. It's a powerful and rewarding journey. Remember, your life is your canvas, and you are the masterpiece. If you are ready for this next step, I would be honored to be a part of your journey.
Jennifer A. Tollefson
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20036
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who works with adults and older adolescents in the Washington, DC area. I tend to work with people who are experiencing relationship difficulties, struggling with symptoms of anxiety or depression, or processing life transitions, trauma, or loss. When working with adolescents, I also hold sessions with parents so that they can better understand their child and be supportive of their growth. I welcome individuals of all backgrounds and identities and strive to be culturally sensitive in my work as a therapist.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who works with adults and older adolescents in the Washington, DC area. I tend to work with people who are experiencing relationship difficulties, struggling with symptoms of anxiety or depression, or processing life transitions, trauma, or loss. When working with adolescents, I also hold sessions with parents so that they can better understand their child and be supportive of their growth. I welcome individuals of all backgrounds and identities and strive to be culturally sensitive in my work as a therapist.
Metropolitan Family Connect PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LICSW-C
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20036 (Online Only)
As Licensed Independent Clinical Social Workers, we offer individual & family therapy for adults and children of all ages and abilities.
Are you having a hard time dealing with the struggles and adversity in your life? Do you have a difficult time handling stressful situation and anxious moments? Are you in need of someone to speak one but are unable to articulate your feelings? If so, then perhaps therapy or some combination of different approaches might be right for you! We offer supportive and non - judgmental spaces to provide a client centered and strength based session. Our areas of expertise include: experiencing loss, depression, trauma, anger management, anxiety, low self esteem, medical and other mental health behavioral health challenges.
As Licensed Independent Clinical Social Workers, we offer individual & family therapy for adults and children of all ages and abilities.
Are you having a hard time dealing with the struggles and adversity in your life? Do you have a difficult time handling stressful situation and anxious moments? Are you in need of someone to speak one but are unable to articulate your feelings? If so, then perhaps therapy or some combination of different approaches might be right for you! We offer supportive and non - judgmental spaces to provide a client centered and strength based session. Our areas of expertise include: experiencing loss, depression, trauma, anger management, anxiety, low self esteem, medical and other mental health behavioral health challenges.
Carrie Tiller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20036
I see children, adolescents, and adults, including children struggling with their parents' separation or divorce.
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 see children, adolescents, and adults, including children struggling with their parents' separation or divorce.
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.
Marcela Kepic
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC , ACS
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20036
My expertise is two-fold: helping adults and couples to navigate through challenging relationships and life transitions, as well as helping children and adolescents improve their emotional and behavioral well-being.
Thanks for choosing this courageous step in your journey toward improvement. Life can be challenging and it might take some time to overcome obstacles in our way. I believe that everyone has a potential to learn, grow, improve, and heal no matter what circumstances one is facing. We are resilient beings so let's uncover what has been sitting dormant.
My expertise is two-fold: helping adults and couples to navigate through challenging relationships and life transitions, as well as helping children and adolescents improve their emotional and behavioral well-being.
Thanks for choosing this courageous step in your journey toward improvement. Life can be challenging and it might take some time to overcome obstacles in our way. I believe that everyone has a potential to learn, grow, improve, and heal no matter what circumstances one is facing. We are resilient beings so let's uncover what has been sitting dormant.
Leah Nathan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20036 (Online Only)
You will get a communication toolkit that will help you to have difficult talks with your spouse and children, we'll work on a financial game plan, personality profile & predictions of how your spouse will react to the divorce process and a plan on how to address it, and more.
Divorce is not the end, it's a new beginning. I can help you get through this hurdle and create your comeback story. I created The Exit Plan TM, a first-of-its-kind coaching experience that helps women get through the divorce process with clarity and confidence. I have helped tons of clients to decide “Should I Stay or Go?” I don’t just leave you there, I hand hold you through to the finish line of the divorce process. Trust me, I’m also a divorce coach at a law firm and know exactly how to help you get through this transition from start to finish. If you’re divorcing a narcissist, I'll share the tips and tricks to outsmart them.
You will get a communication toolkit that will help you to have difficult talks with your spouse and children, we'll work on a financial game plan, personality profile & predictions of how your spouse will react to the divorce process and a plan on how to address it, and more.
Divorce is not the end, it's a new beginning. I can help you get through this hurdle and create your comeback story. I created The Exit Plan TM, a first-of-its-kind coaching experience that helps women get through the divorce process with clarity and confidence. I have helped tons of clients to decide “Should I Stay or Go?” I don’t just leave you there, I hand hold you through to the finish line of the divorce process. Trust me, I’m also a divorce coach at a law firm and know exactly how to help you get through this transition from start to finish. If you’re divorcing a narcissist, I'll share the tips and tricks to outsmart them.
Debra Zatz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LICSW, BCPsa
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20036
With extensive post-graduate training and 30 years experience, I have worked with individuals (adults, adolescents and children) and couples.
I treat individuals and couples who present with a range of needs, from debilitating eating disorders to mild anxiety and to issues that cannot be described in five words or less. I see the whole person rather than a group of symptoms with the recognition that people are complex and that most of us have difficulties in one or more areas of our lives. I work to help people become more integrated which, I believe, helps them lead more fulfilling lives. Life isn't so easy sometimes, but through insight change is possible.
With extensive post-graduate training and 30 years experience, I have worked with individuals (adults, adolescents and children) and couples.
I treat individuals and couples who present with a range of needs, from debilitating eating disorders to mild anxiety and to issues that cannot be described in five words or less. I see the whole person rather than a group of symptoms with the recognition that people are complex and that most of us have difficulties in one or more areas of our lives. I work to help people become more integrated which, I believe, helps them lead more fulfilling lives. Life isn't so easy sometimes, but through insight change is possible.
Marina Barbosa
Counselor, LPC, MEdPsy, MHW
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20036
Struggling with stress, anxiety, or trauma? Women and children deserve a safe space to heal and thrive. As a specialized therapist, I offer compassionate, engaging, and insight-based support tailored to your unique needs. Whether navigating pressure, stress, anxiety, relationship trauma, or personal challenges, I am here to help you find resilience and peace. Together, we'll discover strategies to navigate difficult times, build inner strength, and foster healthier relationships. My approach is centered on empowering you to overcome obstacles and live a fulfilling life. Let's work together towards a brighter, more empowered future
Struggling with stress, anxiety, or trauma? Women and children deserve a safe space to heal and thrive. As a specialized therapist, I offer compassionate, engaging, and insight-based support tailored to your unique needs. Whether navigating pressure, stress, anxiety, relationship trauma, or personal challenges, I am here to help you find resilience and peace. Together, we'll discover strategies to navigate difficult times, build inner strength, and foster healthier relationships. My approach is centered on empowering you to overcome obstacles and live a fulfilling life. Let's work together towards a brighter, more empowered future
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in 20036 provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time (likely in fewer than six sessions), the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in 20036 build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time (likely in fewer than six sessions), the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in 20036 build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.