CBT Therapy in Washington DC

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a proven and practical approach for addressing a wide range of mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, stress, and ADHD. By guiding clients to better understand and reshape their thoughts and behaviors, CBT empowers individuals to make meaningful changes that improve daily well-being and overall quality of life. With 96 CBT-trained therapists in Washington DC, you can access structured, goal-oriented support tailored to your needs, helping you build resilience and achieve personal growth. Each Grow Therapy-verified CBT therapist listed below is welcoming new clients, with appointments available in the coming weeks.

Availability updated: 9/14/2026

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ADHD
Anxiety
Depression
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Welcome! Congratulations on taking the first step to seeking help. Let the journey begin. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process built on trust, authenticity, and compassion. My goal is to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to navigate life's challenges. I work with individuals facing concerns such as anxiety, depression, stress, relationship difficulties, life transitions, and self-esteem issues. Together, we identify strengths, develop practical coping strategies, and work toward meaningful personal growth.
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Authentic
Empowering
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Self Esteem
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Hello, my name is Yoland Ugorji. As a dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience, I am extremely passionate about helping individuals search within themselves and recognize that they already have what it takes to achieve growth and healing. I will provide support in a safe space that will allow you to comfortably explore your thoughts and feelings. I am trained in various evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), which will be utilized to provide you with the tools and strategies to begin the healing process. With a strength-based perspective, and offering warmth and nonjudgemental insights, I offer support of improving self-care to individuals with a history of trauma and anxiety. Together we will explore the best treatment option that would enable you to make life’s challenges manageable. I welcome the opportunity to be on this journey with you of finding relief and healing.
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Empowering
Holistic
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Anxiety
Self Esteem
Women's Issues
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Hi, my name is Kanisha, and I am a holistic women’s mental health therapist. I am an advocate for self-care, a first-time mom, and someone who is committed to helping my clients live more aligned and fulfilling lives. I work with women navigating anxiety, stress, burnout, relationship challenges, boundaries, and life transitions. I understand how easy it can be to lose yourself while managing the many roles and responsibilities life brings. My goal is to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can slow down, reconnect with yourself, and prioritize your mental and emotional wellness.
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Authentic
Direct
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Anger Management
Anxiety
Depression
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I am a Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with clarity and confidence. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, stress, life transitions, and emotional overwhelm, providing a supportive and nonjudgmental space for growth. Using evidence-based approaches like CBT, I help clients develop practical skills to better understand their thoughts, regulate emotions, and build healthier patterns. My goal is to empower each person to gain insight, strengthen resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change in their lives.
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Authentic
Open-minded
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Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
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I’m Dr. Adrienne B. Ellis, Psy.D., LCPC, LPC, founder of NTouch Mental Health Services, LLC. I am a compassionate, client-centered therapist dedicated to helping adults (18 and older) navigate life’s challenges with confidence, clarity, and resilience. I proudly serve individuals from diverse backgrounds, including people of color and members of the LGBTQ+ community, in an affirming, culturally responsive, and supportive environment. My approach blends evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with a collaborative style that empowers clients to better understand themselves, strengthen coping skills, and create meaningful change. For clients who desire it, I also offer a faith-informed perspective that honors spiritual values alongside clinical care. I strive to provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where every client feels seen, respected, and supported while working toward emotional healing and personal growth.
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Authentic
Solution oriented
Specialties
Couples Counseling
Family Conflict
Family Therapy
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Hi! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Maryland, DC, VA, and FL. I received my Masters of Marriage and Family Therapy and PhD in Public Health/Family Sciences from the University of Maryland, and MBA from the Louisiana State University. I have been practicing for over 25 years. I specialize in couple and family relationships; however, I also work with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, life transitions, and relationship problems.
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Authentic
Empowering
Specialties
Coping Skills
Depression
Life Transitions
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Greetings, I am a licensed mental health clinician licensed in Maryland, DC and Virginia with over seven years of experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and life experiences. My approach to therapy is holistic and strength-based, focusing on helping clients navigate and resolve a wide range of life’s challenges. By drawing upon each individual’s unique strengths, I work to foster resilience and encourage a continuous journey of healing, growth, and self-discovery. My goal is to create a supportive environment that empowers clients to uncover deeper insights, develop effective coping strategies, and enhance their overall well-being.
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Warm
Direct
Specialties
Anxiety
Couples Counseling
Depression
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I am a compassionate therapist dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s transitions with grace, resilience, and purpose. I specialize in supporting those experiencing grief, loss, and personal transformation, offering a safe and supportive space to heal and rediscover meaning. My approach blends empathy, practical tools, and reflective guidance to help clients rebuild confidence, gain clarity, and move forward with intention. I believe that even in life’s most difficult seasons, growth and renewal are possible.
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Warm
Solution oriented
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Life Transitions
Postpartum
Women's Issues
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Hi! I'm Veronica, a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW-C) with over 12 years of experience providing therapy. Many of us yearn for a sense of peace, connection, and well-being in our lives. However, life circumstances and internal struggles can often hinder our ability to experience these deeply fulfilling states. I believe in creating a safe and non-judgmental space where you can explore your challenges and emotional pain. My goal is to support your growth and healing journey, empowering you to cultivate greater self-awareness, develop effective coping mechanisms, and live a more fulfilling life. Outside of my practice, I enjoy spending time with my family (two teenagers and three dogs), practicing Pilates, and cheering on the Celtics. I am licensed in Maryland, DC, Virginia, Minnesota and Ohio.
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Authentic
Empowering
Specialties
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
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Life can feel overwhelming when stress, anxiety, or life challenges begin to affect your relationships, work, or sense of well-being. I am passionate about helping individuals explore emotional and behavioral wellness while strengthening the connection between mind and body. With nearly 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in hospitals, schools, nursing homes, and outpatient settings, I have supported many people through life’s challenges. I work with adults and teens who are experiencing anxiety, stress, life transitions, trauma, or emotional difficulties. My goal is to create a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients feel comfortable exploring their concerns and developing healthier ways to cope and move forward.
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Authentic
Warm
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Anxiety
Couples Counseling
Trauma and PTSD
I work with clients to help restore balance, wellness by identifying troublesome patterns, dynamics, issues and work in a wholistic manner addressing cognitive, emotional and behavioral and historical/cultural factors. I also find body/somatic work as a necessary component of managing stress, quality of life and explore how lifestyles impact one's wellness. I have a long history of work with addictions, trauma, anxiety, depression, relationships, identity issues, health and aging issues.
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Warm
Authentic
Solution oriented
Specialties
Anxiety
Insomnia/Sleep Issues
Trauma and PTSD
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Hi there! I'm a Licensed counselor for CO, NC, and DC. I received my Master's Degree in 2007 and have spent a good bit of my career in crisis and residential settings before transitioning to direct care. I help adults who have experienced adverse events and or trauma to heal and begin to live their lives in a more peaceful way.
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Solution oriented
Direct
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Anxiety
Coping Skills
Men's Issues
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Hello, my name is Stephen Pleasant, and I'm a psychotherapist for men. Why therapy for men? Well, because sometimes a man just needs a pork shoulder to cry on. That being said, I will also work with women as well. It’s a recognized human tendency for men to get “stuck” in their lives and to end up “settling” for the status quo when deep down they know they are capable of a great deal more. Here’s the truth; You are never “stuck” with your present circumstances. The Game of Life is a psychological and spiritual journey and winning at this game requires you to change your play and learn to think differently and do things in a new way. I help men break out from being “stuck” in life, resigned to producing results that are disappointing to them and others. My goal is to see transformative progress in men’s confidence, clarity, and self-expression, so that they may gain the fuller personal and work life they thought was beyond them.
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Direct
Empowering
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Grief
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Hello, I'm Michele . I specialize in supporting individuals who are navigating anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and relationship challenges. My approach to therapy is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I believe that everyone has the capacity to heal and grow, even in the face of pain or uncertainty. In our work together, I aim to provide a safe and supportive space where you can better understand your thoughts and emotions, build healthier patterns, and reconnect with your sense of purpose and resilience. My goal is to help you feel more empowered, grounded, and connected—in your relationship with yourself and with others.
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Authentic
Direct
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Career Counseling
Coping Skills
Couples Counseling
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Hi! I'm a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) based in Maryland. I received my Masters from the Howard University and have been practicing for 5 years. I specialize in helping individuals and couples manage anxiety, anger, grief, and life stressors. My approach is straightforward and supportive—offering a non-judgmental space where you can explore challenges, gain new perspectives, and build healthier ways of coping.
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Empowering
Warm
Specialties
Anxiety
Career Counseling
Depression
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Greetings! My name is Dr. Nyasha and I use a holistic, eclectic, strengths based approach when working with clients. This entails embracing the "whole person" and making efforts to understand how all aspects of each person's life impacts their daily functioning. It is important to identify strengths and interest in order to draw upon these components, enabling the development of a comprehensive approach to treatment, which is custom and unique for each individual. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Washington, DC ,and VA. ✅ I am also an Internationally Certified Employee Assistance Professional (CEAP) and DOT SAP. ✅ I am able to provide consultation to assist with; FMLA, ADA accommodations, STD/LTD and EEOC claims. ✅ I am a disability rights advocate as well as employee rights advocate✅ I have worked with diverse populations to include; military members and their families via Military OneSource EAP, survivors of sexual assault/domestic violence, addiction (SAP) and various life transitions.✅ Individuals should feel empowered to live their best lives, while continuing to build skills to help them overcome life's challenges with confidence. It would be my honor to assist you in further defining your goals as well as supporting you as you work towards achieving your best life!
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Empowering
Solution oriented
Specialties
Addiction
Anxiety
Coping Skills
I am a dedicated Clinical Social Worker with experience supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and relational challenges. I am committed to providing structured, goal-oriented care that promotes emotional wellness, resilience, and long-term growth. I utilize evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help clients build insight, regulate emotions, process trauma, and develop practical coping skills. My approach is collaborative, strengths-based, and trauma-informed. With experience in clinical supervision and program oversight, I am passionate about maintaining high standards of care while empowering both my clients and clinical teams to grow with confidence and clarity.
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Authentic
Empowering
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Women's Issues
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I’m a therapist who believes healing starts with feeling safe and understood. I provide a calm space where you can talk freely and begin to unpack what’s been weighing on you. I have extensive experience helping clients manage stress, anxiety, and the effects of past experiences. In our sessions, I’ll teach simple, effective ways to handle emotions and life challenges. Together, we’ll work on building confidence, gaining clarity, and making choices that move you toward peace, balance, and a better quality of life.
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Authentic
Solution oriented
Specialties
Addiction / Substance Use
Foster Care/Adoption
Life Transitions
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I'm a licensed clinical social worker with experience working with adolescents, families, and the elderly in both Maryland and the District of Columbia. I have worked in various private practices over the years and I teach social work practice and research at the college level. I am interested in human behavior and assisting people with finding their path to a happy, healthy, productive life.
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Solution oriented
Authentic
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Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
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My name is Juanita Fontenot, and I believe in a person-centered approach to everything, as we are humans first. I also think the resiliency of the human spirit is often unnoticed but should be celebrated. We all have value, and once you believe this, the impact is life-changing. I want to work with you! You who have doubted your value because of what others have said, you who want to make a change, but feel stuck because it's just too much, you who are willing to do the work to make the change you wish to see. And you, you who need someone in your corner.
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Open-minded
Empowering
Specialties
Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Depression
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Hi, I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Virginia. In 2017, I received my Master’s in Social Work from Temple University, and I have been in the field for 7 years and have been licensed for two years. My main population to focus on is Adults who are struggling with Depression and Anxiety due to a shift or change in their overall wellbeing.
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Solution oriented
Authentic
Open-minded
Specialties
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
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I am Sarah, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and the owner and director of Serenity Psychotherapy Group. I earned my graduate degree from the Catholic University of America and have spent the past decade providing evidence-based therapy to individuals, couples, and families. My goal is to create a welcoming, supportive environment where you feel comfortable sharing your story at your own pace. During our first session, we will discuss what brings you to therapy, explore your concerns, identify your goals, and begin building a therapeutic relationship based on trust and collaboration. Whether you are seeking support for anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, or a major life transition, you can expect a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and understood.
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Warm
Empowering
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Coping Skills
Life Transitions
Peer Relationships
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(NOT OFFERING COUPLES THERAPY ONLY SEEING INDIVIDUALS) My name is Jasmine Ricks, and I am a Licensed Therapist in Texas, Virginia, and the District of Columbia. My mission is to empower individuals by equipping them with practical tools, insight, and support that make a meaningful difference in their everyday lives. I’m committed to creating a nonjudgmental, welcoming space where you can show up as you are and explore the challenges and stressors that are impacting your mental health and overall well-being. Together, we’ll work toward greater clarity, resilience, and a stronger sense of self as you move through life.
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Open-minded
Warm
Specialties
Anxiety
Burnout
Childhood / Intergenerational Trauma
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Hi, I’m Aysia! I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor in Washington, DC with a Bachelor’s in Human Development and Family Studies and a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I’ve worked with children, teens, and adults ages 3–43, supporting clients through anxiety, trauma, life transitions, relationships, ADHD, autism, emotional and behavioral concerns, substance use, and everyday stressors. I’m a person-centered therapist who believes you deserve to feel heard, understood, and accepted as you are. My style is warm, genuine, supportive, and real—think “homegirl telling you like it is,” but with professional training, unconditional positive regard, and zero judgment. I’ll listen, laugh with you, challenge you when needed, celebrate your wins, and help you see things from a new perspective. I use person-centered, CBT, trauma-informed, strengths-based, solution-focused, and play-based approaches, tailoring therapy to your needs and goals. At the heart of my work is self-actualization: helping you understand yourself, recognize your strengths, build confidence, and develop the tools to navigate life with greater clarity and intention. Come as you are. We’ll figure out the rest together.
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Solution oriented
Authentic
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Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
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I am a graduate of Virginia Union University with a Bachelors degree in Criminal Justice and I later went on to receive my Master's degree in Social Work with a concentration in Mental Health from Howard University. Throughout my studies, my practicum experience consisted of working with the Maryland Truancy Court Reduction Program and Outpatient Behavioral Health Services at MedStar Washington Hospital Center. I received post-graduate, intensive training at the Immigration Evaluation Training Center in the area of extreme hardship waivers, domestic violence (VAWA) & asylum immigration evaluations in Virginia and Washington, DC. Thereafter, I later went on to work in a variety of settings that have afforded me the opportunity to diversify my work and skill set with different populations and individual needs. This includes addiction, foster care & adoption, community support and residential treatment. My experience has afforded me the opportunity to learn from and support individuals who struggle with everyday life stressors, those that are impacted by mild, moderate, severe and chronic mental illness. My background includes adolescents, young adults, adults, and geriatrics who are struggling with mental health challenges. In 2017 I began working in leadership at Gateway Homes, Inc. where I gained expertise with serving individuals with serious and persistent mental illness. My practice opened in 2020 and I continue to provide direct services to individuals in the community who are struggling with different social, emotional and behavioral issues that are causing discomfort.
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Empowering
Authentic
Specialties
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Parenting
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Welcome! My name is Saqueita Russell. I am a therapist passionate about supporting adults as they navigate life’s challenges. I specialize in helping individuals manage anxiety, enhance self-care, and improve their relationships. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to each person’s unique needs. Whether you're struggling with overwhelming stress, seeking balance in your daily life, or working through relationship concerns, I’m here to offer guidance and a safe space for growth. Together, we’ll work toward finding clarity, building resilience, and fostering a healthier, more fulfilling life.
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Intelligent
Empowering
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Men's Issues
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Greetings, I'm Dr. Michael Whiteside II. I'm an innovative mental health expert specializing in interpersonal relationships involving family, marital, peer, romantic, and occupational dynamics. My work involves assisting individuals and agencies in recognizing, dissecting, and understanding the mechanics and the impact that relationships have on individual satisfaction and overall fulfillment. I am a compassionate, communal, and comedic Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to helping others regain control of their life and living life to the fullest. Together, we will partner in helping you have a life worth living by understanding how the pain of the past is interrupting the present and jeopardizing the future.
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Authentic
Solution oriented
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Anxiety
Coping Skills
Women's Issues
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Hello! I'm a licensed independent clinical social worker. I received my Master's from the University of Maryland, Baltimore and have been practicing therapy for the last 5 years. I bring a client-centered approach to my work and help young adults struggling with anxiety, life transitions, and identity formation. I am committed to making a positive impact through compassionate, evidence-based practices and look forward to supporting others on their healing journey. As a Cape Verdean immigrant, I bring a culturally attuned and relational approach to therapy, with an understanding of the complexities of identity, family dynamics, and navigating multiple worlds.
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Challenging
Warm
Holistic
Specialties
Anxiety
Life Transitions
Perinatal Mental Health
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As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I am committed to creating a compassionate, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe to explore their experiences and work towards meaningful personal growth. I specialize in working with new mothers, young adults, and individuals processing trauma. My hope is to help you build self-awareness, better understand thought patterns, emotions, and relationships, and navigate life's challenges with greater confidence and resilience. My approach is trauma-informed, attachment-based, and grounded in evidence-based practices. I believe healing begins with feeling heard and understood. We will work together to explore the impact of life experiences, process emotions, and develop practical tools that support lasting change. I strive to provide an empathetic and collaborative therapeutic relationship that empowers you to move toward the life you want to create.
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Open-minded
Authentic
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Military/Veterans
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I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 15 years of experience providing therapy across Maryland, D.C., and Virginia. In my practice, I provide a calm, collaborative space where adults can navigate anxiety, trauma, depression, and high-stress life transitions. I believe people are inherently capable of growth, but having a grounded, non-judgmental partner to help untangle the heavy stuff makes all the difference.
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Authentic
Empowering
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Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
I work with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship issues, etc. Learning distress tolerance skills is a way to improve the quality of life and allows for a person to be empowered. I specialize in CBT, DBT, PCT, and various other therapeutic modalities. It is my goal to create a safe place for my clients to express their thoughts and feelings, while assisting in pushing forward. FMLA/Disability Forms: Completion of FMLA, disability, and other administrative paperwork is available for established clients for an additional fee. Requests are evaluated on a case-by-case basis and must be supported by clinical documentation. Completion of paperwork does not guarantee approval of leave, benefits, or accommodations, as all decisions are made by the requesting organization.
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Warm
Solution oriented
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Anxiety
Depression
Health/Medical Issues
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I am a clinical social worker with experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults across the lifespan. I earned my bachelor’s degree in psychology from Eastern Mennonite University and my master’s degree in clinical social work from George Mason University. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, family conflict, grief and loss, peer relationships, school issues, and self-esteem. My therapeutic approach integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, strength-based practices, and stress management techniques. I strive to create a safe, supportive space where clients feel seen and heard while building resilience and developing effective coping skills to manage emotional distress.
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Authentic
Solution oriented
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Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
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Hello, I am Melisha Harris, a licensed clinical social worker dedicated to helping individuals, families, ministry leaders, and professionals navigate life's challenges with confidence and hope. As a therapist, I create a safe, confidential, and compassionate space where you can explore your story, heal, and grow. Whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, life transitions, caregiver stress, ministry burnout, leadership challenges, or simply seeking greater clarity and peace, I’m here to support you. Counseling can help you rediscover your strengths and build the life you deeply deserve. If you’re ready to take that next step, I will walk with you to create a safe and welcoming environment that allows clients to explore, heal and improve their quality of life.
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Challenging
Holistic
Specialties
Coping Skills
Couples Counseling
Self Esteem
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As a licensed therapist with 25 years of experience, I focus on helping individuals navigate complex life transitions and challenges related to personal growth. My work is centered on empowering clients to better understand and manage relationship dynamics, recovery from addiction, and multicultural experiences with empathy and care. I have extensive experience supporting clients through family conflict, communication difficulties, and personal healing. I take an individualized approach that respects each person’s unique background, with particular attention to women’s issues, workplace stress, and midlife transitions. Through my clinical experience, I guide clients in exploring self-worth, finding purpose, and developing healthier relationship patterns. My approach is grounded in recognizing the connection between personal identity, cultural influences, and resilience. I strive to create a safe, supportive, and affirming environment where clients feel comfortable exploring their experiences, gaining insight, and building meaningful strategies for lasting growth.
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Authentic
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Addiction
Anger Management
Depression
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I am a Licensed Professional Counselor working in the field of addiction, and dual diagnosis disorders for over 20 years. I have worked with clients involved in the courts, juveniles, foster care, LGBTQ, developmentally challenged as well as individual on probation, parole and supervised release. My approach is client centered and focused on assisting you with obtaining realistic goals by using evidence-based practices. I understand the pain and discomfort that change can bring about. I also understand how internal conflicts can interfere with daily life and how worry, feelings of hopelessness, as well as intergenerational dysfunction, and anxiety can impact your daily life. Pain does not have to be enduring, you can heal.! Seeking help is the first step towards a promise of an improved quality of life.
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Intelligent
Solution oriented
Specialties
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Trauma and PTSD
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Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Tennessee. I received my Masters from the Howard University and have been practicing for 5 years. My focus is on helping clients manage stress, anxiety, and identity development while encouraging them to live authentically and in alignment with their core values. Through our work together, I aim to create a safe and empowering space for personal growth and resilience.
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Authentic
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Anger Management
Anxiety
Depression
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I am a bilingual, independent clinical social worker with a background in public health and more than 18 years of experience in both physical and mental health care. Over the past seven years, my focus has been on providing mental health therapy to individuals seeking meaningful change and personal growth. In my practice, I work collaboratively with clients to deepen their self-awareness, explore the emotional and relational aspects of their experiences, and identify patterns in thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that influence daily life. My goal is to empower clients to build effective coping skills, navigate life’s challenges with confidence, and enhance their overall well-being. I am fluent in Amharic and offer therapy in both English and Amharic to best support the needs of my clients.
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Authentic
Solution oriented
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Anxiety
Depression
Self Esteem
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Hello and welcome! I am a Licensed Individual Clinical Social Worker in DC (LICSW); and also a Clinical Social Worker in MD (LCSW-C). I received my Master's degree in Counseling Psychology in 1985 and my Master's degree in Social Work in 1999. I earned my LICSW in DC in 2002. In December 2025, I earned my Clinical license in Maryland (LCSW-C). I like talking with people--but more importantly, listening to people. To me, therapy is a block of time. It is an opportunity for people to talk to someone who is not a parent, brother, sister, spouse or even best friend. My goal is to listen to you and to help you consider options in your life.
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Solution oriented
Warm
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Anxiety
Coping Skills
Family Conflict
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I’m Jessica Oyefusi, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, who is passionate about supporting individuals as they navigate life’s challenges and create meaningful change. I love spending time outdoors, going on adventures, exploring creative hobbies, and discovering new places in the city. I also enjoy slowing down with a good mystery book or watching documentaries on health and wellness. These personal joys keep me grounded and inspire the warmth, curiosity, and authenticity I bring to my work with clients.
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Coping Skills
Military/Veterans
Women's Issues
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Hello! My name is Ebony Jackson and I am a Clinical Licensed Social Worker with over 23 year of experience. I have provided therapy services in various settings including domestic violence shelters, schools, hospitals, AIDS service organizations and private practice. I am passionate about working with members of communities who experience systemic disadvantages, and I am dedicated to helping individuals empower themselves and connect with their inner resilience.
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Authentic
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Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked in the mental health field for over 15 years providing an array of mental health services to clients. I currently provide therapeutic services for adults, couples, and families. I am also trained as a forensic interviewer and work with victims of Sexual Abuse. I also work with clients who are experiencing depression, anxiety, and personal crises. I have been trained in various psychotherapy models such as Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive-Behavioral, and Trauma therapies. I make every effort to understand my clients' needs and to help them work through challenging situations. I strongly believe in the value of therapy and the impact it has on helping heal past traumas and anxieties. I am here to support and guide you through the healing process so that you can live the life you choose to live. Joy-Ann also utilizes faith-based methods for clients who prefer therapy from a Christian perspective
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ADHD
Anxiety
Depression
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My name is Janet Muta and I am a Licensed Clinician with over 17 years of experience in mental health, behavioral issues and relationships. I treat individuals from diverse backgrounds. My approach is treating the whole person because most of the time our problems are the outcome of more than just one thing and when I get to know you I am able to address different issues that could be contributing to that one specific problem. We all experience some difficulties in our lives sometimes and we all cope differently. What works for one person/couple who are experiencing a similar situation may not work for another and so I personalize your treatment to fit you. Being in therapy is like being on a journey, I make sure you are in the driver’s seat and I become your great working GPS, guiding you to your desired destination. I also hold a degree in finance which sometimes comes handy when helping those who are stressed due to financial needs. Among the treatment modalities I use are: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Positive Parenting, Contingency Management...
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First Responders/Healthcare Workers
Mood Disorders
Self Esteem
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You may feel desperate, alone, and misunderstood. You feel like you are floating in the bottom of a lake and cannot see the light above you. Everyday, you feel like you are just going through the motions. If this describes you, then I may be the therapist for you. In my nearly twenty years of experience, I have helped people like you reach their potential and achieve the recovery that they needed. There is no set system or quick fix as others may promise, but I will walk down the road with you. My primary focus is on helping you deal with ambiguity. Often our thoughts and subsequently what we teach ourselves becomes rigid and fairly black and white. Using a pragmatic and authentic approach to therapy I try and help you be okay with things that are beyond your control and work with you to establish yourself as the protagonist in your own story. This is primarily accomplished through conversation and allowing you the client to guide the therapy in the direction it needs to go.
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Solution oriented
Warm
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Anxiety
Couples Counseling
Depression
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I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with vast experience in mental health and health sciences in multiple settings for over sixteen years. I am licensed in the state of Virginia, Washington, District of Columbia, and Georgia. I obtained my Bachelor's in Psychology at North Carolina State University, and my Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a specialization in Crisis and Trauma from Walden University. My certifications are as follow; National Certification in Counseling (NCC), Sexual offender treatment provider (CSOTP), Clinical trauma adolescent provider (CTAP), Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCTAP) and Certified Advanced Grief Counseling Specialist (CAGCS). Prior to establishing MentalMorphosis, LLC, I worked as a therapeutic independent contractor for multiple organizations. My experiences include the following: providing therapy in a residential psychiatric facility, intensive in-home counselor, clinical coordinator, forensic interviewer and foster care case manager. In addition to, I am a proud Veteran of the United States Armed Forces where I serviced honorably for 8 years as a Medical Laboratory Technician also known as a 68K.
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Direct
Solution oriented
Specialties
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Life Transitions
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I am a licensed professional counselor and a licensed clinical addictions specialist in the state of Colorado D.C., Virginia, New Mexico and North Carolina. I have been in the field of mental health since 2007. I have enjoyed working with a variety of clients including active-duty military, couples, teens, families, professionals, hospice and he medically compromised. Throughout my career, I have had the chance to help clients struggling with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, stress management, marital problems, parenting concerns, family issues, PTSD, military reintegration, addictions, abuse and trauma. Counseling is conducted for a variety of reasons, but everyone has one commonality in their reason for seeking counseling – change. counseling is the gateway to making personal changes and can assist in solving particular problems or learning to lead a healthier life. The counseling process can be interesting and exciting. It can also, at times, be very challenging, difficult and even painful. However, the goal will always be to bring about positive changes.
I look forward to taking this journey with you.
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Anxiety
Coping Skills
Crisis Intervention
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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience supporting adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, and everyday stressors. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and client-centered, creating a safe and nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard and supported. Together, we will identify your goals, build practical coping skills, and work toward meaningful changes that support your emotional well-being and overall quality of life.
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Humorous
Solution oriented
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over two decades of experience helping individuals work through anxiety, depression, stress, and life challenges. I am also a former educator. My approach is warm, supportive, and practical, with a focus on helping clients feel understood while learning tools that can create meaningful change in their daily lives. I combine Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and mind-body techniques to support emotional healing, self-awareness, and personal growth in a compassionate, nonjudgmental environment.
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Empowering
Warm
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Mood Disorders
Sexual Abuse
Trauma and PTSD
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Great to meet you! I am Dr. Shannon D. Howard, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LCPC, LPC) for the states of DC & MD, a Certified Life Coach, and an Author. I have been helping individuals, children, couples, and families navigate grief and loss, trauma, anxiety, adjustment, depression and more for over 24 years. My educational background consists of a dual Master's in both Counseling and Clinical Psychology. I received my first master's at Towson University in 2000, a second Masters and Doctorate in 2008 and 2010 from The American School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University. I minored in Philosophy as well as Women's Studies at Frostburg State University. I possess specialized training in areas of trauma, specifically in the assessment and treatment of sex offenders and survivors of sexual assault. I have worked in an adult inpatient psychiatric hospital, a day program for adults with chronic and acute mental illness, as well as on an outpatient basis as a private practitioner and with a group practice. I worked with Parole and Probation to help clients maintain compliance and management while on the registry. As a Certified Life Coach, I help coaching clients discover what they truly desire. We collaborate to create a roadmap to move forward and build a future that feels grounded and authentic to you. At present, I offer a full range of services and am open to accepting new virtual clients. I am LGBTQIA+allied, sex-positive, kink-friendly and nurturing to clients within this community. I also help clients navigate open relationships (ENM), polyamory, and non-traditional relationships. **I CAN ONLY SEE CLIENTS WHO ARE IN THE STATES OF DC AND MD AT THE TIME OF THEIR SCHEDULED **Individuals & families ONLY at this time.
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Addiction
Anger Management
Anxiety
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Hi there, I am a license mental health counselor licensed in Florida, Georgia, New York and DC. I obtained my degree from Troy University in Orlando, Florida. I have 15 years of experience working with clients. I have experience helping teens (13-17 years) and adults (18 years and older) manage their feelings of anger, anxiety, depression, career exploration/change, increase their self-esteem and others.
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Authentic
Solution oriented
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
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I’m Isabel, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with adults and adolescents navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, self-esteem concerns, life transitions, and suicidal thoughts. I understand that reaching out for support can be difficult, especially when you’re feeling overwhelmed, hopeless, or stuck. My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs. I integrate EMDR, Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR), CBT, and nervous system-informed approaches to help clients better understand themselves, process difficult experiences, and build lasting resilience. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship concerns, or thoughts of suicide, we’ll work together to identify what’s getting in the way and develop a path forward. I strive to create a therapeutic relationship that feels genuine, supportive, and nonjudgmental. My goal is to help clients feel understood while building the insight, confidence, and tools needed to create meaningful and lasting change.
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