Therapists in Washington DC

Find the best therapist in Washington D.C. for your needs on Grow Therapy. With 21 verified therapists in Washington D.C., you can connect with licensed professionals who are currently accepting new patients. Grow Therapy verifies and credentials each Washington D.C. therapist to ensure they are active, available, and aligned with your needs. Whether you’re seeking support for family conflicts, grief, life transitions, our therapists in Washington D.C. offer compassionate, personalized care tailored to your unique circumstances.

Availability updated: 9/13/2026

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Burnout
Sexual Abuse
Trauma and PTSD
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Let's reduce feelings of overwhelm, together. I am a Doctor of Social Work, trauma specialized, and clinically licensed in DC, VA, SC, RI and IN as a social worker and substance use disorder therapist serving children, teens, and adults (mandated and non-mandated). We can focus on anger, feelings of hopelessness, overwhelm, panic, grief, always thinking, people pleasing, holding guilt and shame, inability to focus, nightmares, and so many other thoughts, feelings, experiences, and emotions that result from the environment around us. We can really lean into substance use and the agonizing cycle of it all. I am nationally certified in TF-CBT (ages 3-18), and CPT and PE trained for adults with PTSD. Additionally, you can receive mindfulness-based, somatic integration, and a holistic lens to examine your needs via my 11 years’ experience and an additional master's in integrative health coaching plus 20 years’ experience in therapeutic design, so we can look together at social and environmental problem and solution spaces based upon your needs. I've also worked for several years in urban public school systems, so can help students, caregivers, and educators navigating school-based stress. I am culturally humble and honor intersectionality. Thank YOU for reading about how we can partner to increase your feelings of hope and wellness.
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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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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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Solution oriented
Authentic
Empowering
Specialties
Anxiety
LGBTQ
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
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Welcome! I'm Giovonni- a poet, writer, licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and certified OCD and Anxiety specialist serving residents in DC, MD, and VA. As a multicultural lesbian, I am dedicated to creating safe and affirming spaces for healing within communities of color and LGBTQ+ individuals. If you aren't experiencing anxiety or OCD, I would not be the right clinician for you. Allow me to visually paint a picture for you of what it's like to experience anxiety or OCD using a poem. Anxiety: There is a hum beneath everything I do. Restless. On edge. My mind scanning for threats that probably aren't there probably. I snap. I tense. I lie awake untangling the same worry I untangled last night. I smile fine. I function...barely. I am fine. The hum disagrees. Six months of this. Maybe more. The body keeps the score even when I pretend it doesn't. The Loop (OCD): Did I lock it? I locked it. But did I really? The thought arrives like a verdict intrusive, unwanted, wearing my voice. So I check. I count. I do it again and again until again feels safe. It never feels safe. Not contamination, not the door, not the stove it's the uncertainty I cannot hold. The ritual buys me sixty seconds of quiet before the loop loads again. I am not my thoughts. But they haven't learned that yet.
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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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Warm
Empowering
Specialties
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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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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Authentic
Open-minded
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Self Esteem
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Hello, my name is Luiza and I am the owner/therapist of FIT MIND counseling services. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in FL & MA and a Licensed Professional Counselor in DC, GA & VA. I am from Brazil, and I speak Portuguese as well :) I can understand Spanish pretty well too, but I do not speak fluently. FIT MIND counseling services enjoys empowering clients finding a more meaningful way to live their lives and assisting them learning about the importance of self-love. Helping clients to focus on themselves and on their self-care is a precious thing. When they learn to embrace and unconditionally love for being themselves, they become stronger in the face of negativity and more able to hold onto positive thoughts when faced with challenges. Mental illness is as real as any physical illness. We talk normally about cancer and diabetes, although the same should apply to mental illness. Emotional and mental health are just as important as the physical health of a human being. The emotional trauma that a brain endures in various of the human life cycle can be damaging and in the long run, just as detrimental as a psychical illness. People donate their organs, but they cannot donate their brains. Some people live with human-made hearts, but there is no such thing as human-made brains. I believe that our brain is the most important organ in our human body, so why don’t we start taking good care of it? Therapy is not only for people with mental illness. Therapy is for everyone. We all have faced or currently face some hardships in life. Talking to a therapist can help you deeply in improving your mental health, decrease your stress and live with more joy and intention! Make your appointment today!
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Authentic
Humorous
Specialties
Anxiety
Life Transitions
Men's Issues
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I am a psychotherapist and life coach with over 25 years of experience practicing in the Washington, DC, area. I specialize in human potential, relationship health, life transitions, and coping with stressful situations. I have trained extensively with professional and master coaches and I work with a diverse clientele that include young professionals at the beginning of their careers as well as executives and corporate leaders in the financial industry. I believe that clarity enables us to take a stand for what we want in life. It allows us to make a commitment to take action to create a meaningful and purposeful life.
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Authentic
Empowering
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Anxiety
Coping Skills
Trauma and PTSD
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Hi, and welcome! I'm Meagan. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Pennsylvania and Washington, DC with 6 years of professional clinical experience. I have experience in helping clients with anxiety, stress, depression, self-esteem and self-harm, and anger management. I also specialize in working with individuals and couples struggling with communication and relationship issues, and infertility. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change, and you've already taken that first step just by being on this page! I am here to support & empower you throughout your journey to finding a happy and fulfilling life, and I am here to help you define what that means to you. I look forward to working with you and helping you grow!
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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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Solution oriented
Warm
Specialties
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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Empowering
Authentic
Specialties
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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Authentic
Empowering
Specialties
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
Open-minded
Specialties
Coping Skills
Depression
Women's Issues
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Hi, I'm a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) serving clients in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. I hold a Doctorate in Education in Counseling Psychology from Argosy University and bring nearly 20 years of experience supporting individuals through life’s challenges. My clinical focus centers on helping clients develop personalized coping strategies to manage and improve symptoms associated with mood disorders. Over the years, I’ve worked extensively with women facing barriers to treatment, offering compassionate, culturally attuned care that fosters resilience and healing
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Warm
Intelligent
Specialties
Anxiety
Self Esteem
Women's Issues
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Welcome! I am glad you took the time to devote and invest in your mental health. Kudos to you! This is a huge step and not be taken lightly. Thank you for believing in yourself to seek additional support. I live in the beautiful sunshine state, Florida. I am licensed in the states of FL, D.C., MA, and MI. As a Christian, I believe in the gift of freedom. If you would like to incorporate Biblical principles within our sessions, we most definitely can. My therapeutic approach involves compassion, care, and understanding.
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Life Transitions
Self Esteem
Women's Issues
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Hi! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in DC, Virginia, Maryland and Pennsylvania. I help young adults struggling with career stress and burnout become the best versions of themselves. I obtained my PhD in Human Behavior at Capella University, a Masters Degree in Clinical Counseling at Eastern University, and a Bachelors in Psychology Degree at West Chester University.
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Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
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As a Licensed Professional Counselor, my passion for counseling and extensive experience has continuously developed while supporting young adults, families and children. It is my hope to assist individuals in acknowledging their experience with mental health, accepting their issue as their own and identifying the life they desire to transition into. The primary focus of my service is to help individuals cultivate healthy self-acceptance and recognize that their experiences with mental health do not define their identity. I specialize in supporting individuals who face challenges related to stress, depression, and anxiety. I offer a warm, welcoming approach to therapy, paired with a strong commitment to excellent client care to ensure every interaction leaves a lasting, positive impression.
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Authentic
Direct
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
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I’m a trauma-informed, culturally responsive therapist who works with adults navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and substance use. I specialize in supporting individuals during life transitions, including community reintegration and recovery. My goal is to create a safe, structured space where you feel heard, empowered, and supported as you work toward meaningful change. Together, we’ll build on your strengths, explore new strategies, and move toward the life you envision.
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Direct
Warm
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Men's Issues
Racism
Trauma and PTSD
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My practice assists Black clients across North America who are impacted by a range of concerns including trauma, anxiety, and depression through a racially-sensitive treatment approach. We also work with individual clients seeking to improve their self-concept by understanding and processing the impact of historical and generational racial trauma on their relationships with themselves, their families, their friends, and their partners. I am a therapist who strives to fully understand my clients and their needs to create an optimized approach to meet their goals. I specialize in working primarily with individual adult clients to help them deal with issues such as infidelity, communication, stress management, anger management, relationship building, sexuality, etc. At Yolo Therapy, our ultimate goal is the well-being of our clients. For various reasons, many clients are unable to access traditional therapy settings but I do not believe that should prevent them from receiving exceptional services. I have catered my practice to the needs of those who need alternative options to therapy and am here to help you. ****Please note: Your initial session is ONLY TO ASSESS FOR THERAPEUTIC COMPATIBILITY. ****
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Solution oriented
Authentic
Specialties
ADHD
Anger Management
Anxiety
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Hello, My core belief is that all people are created equal; therefore, everyone has equal right to leave to their fullest potential. I earned my master’s in social work from University of Maryland, School of Social Work, Baltimore, MD in 2010. I have Licensed Certified Social Worker - Clinical (LCSW-C) in MD, Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in DC and Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) in VA. For more than 10 years, I have utilized Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), humanistic, person-center, strength-focused therapy and other psychotherapy Intervention to assess, plan, implement and evaluate individual or family in diverse therapy environment. I am commented to assist people to live life to their fullest potential because we all have one life to live, and we deserve to be in peace with ourselves. I have worked with people in LGBTQ+ community both in individual and couple session. I am WPATH qualify to write gender affirming surgery letter.
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Your first therapy session is for you and your therapist to meet each other and to ask any questions that you have about the counseling process. This is where you can expect your therapist to do the same as they will ask questions to gain insight into your specific situation. In this first session the therapist is doing their part to gather as much information so they can better assess if they are able to meet your therapeutic needs. Depending upon your provider's specialty, you may also discuss the methods the therapist will use. For additional information on therapy methods, please visit the Grow Therapy Help Center.Some people feel nervous before their first appointment, and that is totally normal! Coming prepared with a list of questions for your therapist may help. Remember, you're taking a brave step by seeking therapy, and it is okay to be nervous as you try something new.