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Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 6 ratings

Anitra Payne

LCSW-C, 15 years of experience

Empowering
Authentic
Intelligent
Virtual
Next available on

About me

Welcome! Let's Grow Together. My name is Anitra. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and psychotherapist, licensed to practice in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC. With over 15 years of experience in social services, including time as a school social worker in the Washington, DC Public School system, I’ve had the privilege of working with individuals and families from diverse backgrounds. My professional journey has equipped me with the knowledge, empathy, and cultural competency to support a wide range of clients in their mental health and wellness goals.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

Our first session is an opportunity for us to get to know each other, explore your goals for therapy, and begin building a strong therapeutic relationship. We’ll review the intake assessments and discuss any information that may be helpful in shaping a meaningful and effective therapeutic journey.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

As a therapist, I’m caring, genuine, nonjudgmental, and down-to-earth. I show up as my full, authentic self and create a safe space where real human emotions are welcomed. While I maintain a professional environment, I believe that authenticity and connection are powerful tools in the healing process.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I have clinical experience supporting individuals navigating a variety of life challenges, including depression, anxiety, family conflict, life transitions, friendships, and intimate relationships. I especially enjoy working with both single individuals and couples as they move through their personal journeys. My passion lies in helping people evolve, elevate, and transform into the best versions of themselves. I’m deeply committed to supporting clients in breaking generational patterns and overcoming the negative cycles they may have witnessed or experienced in their youth.

Specialties

Top specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Women's Issues

Other specialties

Coping Skills
Family Conflict
Life Transitions
Self Esteem
Spirituality

I identify as

Black / African American
Christian
Woman

Serves ages

Adults (18 to 64)

Location

Virtual

Licensed in

Maryland
Virginia

Accepts

All Savers
AvMed
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Anthem
CareFirst
Cash - $185 per session
Cigna
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Kaiser Permanente
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 6 ratings

1 rating with written reviews

August 4, 2025

This was my first session, she made me feel very comfortable being vulnerable. Although it was my first session she was able to get to the root of my struggles since it was hard to articulate what I was feeling

Verified client, age 25-34

Review shared after session 1 with Anitra