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Catherine Hadeed

LCSW, 8 years of experience
Rated 5.0 stars out of 511 ratings
Empowering
Open-minded
Solution oriented
VirtualAvailable

I’m a queer therapist who shows up with warmth, authenticity, and deep respect for your lived experience. I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ folks of all ages who are navigating identity, relationships, anxiety, depression, and the lasting impacts of trauma. Therapy with me is collaborative and real—I aim to create a space where you don’t have to explain the basics of who you are, and where your full self is welcomed. My approach draws from trauma-informed, relational, and mindfulness-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and solutions-focused therapy. My work is shaped not just by clinical training, but by lived experience within the queer community and a commitment to anti-oppressive practice. Over the years, I’ve supported clients in community mental health, non-profit, and private practice settings. I currently offer virtual sessions to clients across Virginia and Washington, DC. If you don't see current availability that works for you, please visit Hadeedtherapy.com and send me a message to inquire about additional scheduling availability.

Get to know me

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

In our first session together, we will start with introductions, and then explore the challenges you are facing through an initial intake assessment. The intake process will help me get to know you as a whole person. We will develop goals for therapy and create a plan to achieve those goals that is unique to your needs.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

Knowing that many clients won't fit into a "one size fits all" approach, I incorporate various evidence-based approaches into treatment. I view therapy as a collaborative process, where you are the expert in your own life. We will work together to identify goals and explore and build upon your strengths so that you feel capable and confident to handle life's challenges.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

Many adolescents, young adults, and adults come to me eager for change but unsure where to start. They may be navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, identity questions, relationship challenges, or major life transitions

SpecialtiesTop specialties
Anxiety
LGBTQ
Trauma and PTSD
Other specialties
Coping Skills
Depression
Life Transitions
I identify as
LGBTQ
White
Woman
Serves ages
Adults (18 to 64)
Licensed in
District of Columbia
Accepts
Cash - $150 per session
Location
Virtual
My treatment methods

Eclectic

Knowing that many clients won't fit into a "one size fits all" approach, I incorporate various evidence-based approaches into treatment. My approach draws from trauma-informed, relational, and mindfulness-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and solutions-focused therapy.

Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 11 ratings

1 rating with written reviews

April 1, 2025

Very thoughtful and a great listener.

Verified client, age 25-34
Review shared after session 1 with Catherine