Teenagers Therapists in Washington DC
For teenagers, working with a therapist who understands the complexities of adolescence can provide vital support during this transformative stage of life. With 16 teen therapists in Washington DC, young people can find support and guidance for navigating challenges like anxiety, peer relationships, identity, and academic stress. Each Grow Therapy-verified therapist listed below is currently accepting new clients, with availability in the coming weeks, offering compassionate, age-appropriate support for teens.
Availability updated: 7/3/2025
Miraf Kebede
(she/her)
$150/session
LICSW
8 years of experience
Virtual
I'm bilingual independent Clinical social worker with background public health. Working in physical and mental health sector for about 17 years. I specifically working on mental health therapy for the last 6 years. I work collaboratively with my clients to help them increase self-awareness, understand the interpersonal and emotional aspects of change and growth, and identify patterns of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that impact their day-to-day activities. I will help you in building better coping skills to overcome difficulties that have impacted your life. I speak Amharic language.
Ismail Ali
(he/him)
$120/session
LPC
1 year of experience
Virtual
I have been practicing as a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in the District of Columbia for the last 10 years. I obtained a Masters in Clinical Counseling from the University of Bridgeport in Connecticut. My expertise involves working with teenagers and adults , especially at risk youth. My mantra is to ''keep the hope alive'' by encouraging young people to explore meaning in their lives. I have also worked with the immigrant population in addressing issues of adjustment , assimilation and conflict.
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Dr. Rafiah Prince
$200/session
LMFT
19 years of experience
Virtual
I’m Dr. Prince, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a strong reputation for my work with trauma survivors and expertise in behavioral health, interventions, individual, couples, and family therapy. I have been a practicing therapist for 19 years. My background includes a variety of populations in settings ranging from university environment with students, private practices to non-profits, and County Government. Whether you're dealing with a personal crisis or seeking long-term support, I'm here to provide compassionate, expert guidance tailored to your needs.
Kate Dunlap
(she/her)
$100/session
LICSW
13 years of experience
Virtual
With over 13 years of experience as a therapist, I am deeply committed to creating a safe, welcoming space where individuals and their families feel truly supported and heard. My approach is grounded in compassion, collaboration, and respect for each person's unique story. I have worked with youth, adolescents, and young adults for the majority of my career and believe I can help you or your child navigate challenges, build resilience, and understand oneself better. I believe in honoring each individual, fostering self-awareness, and empowering clients to discover their strengths as they move toward healing and personal growth.
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Mary Durso
(she/her)
$160/session
LICSW
23 years of experience
Virtual
Hi! I am a Licensed Individual Clinical Social Worker (LICSW). 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 2002. 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.
Patrice Forrester
$150/session
LICSW
14 years of experience
Virtual
Patrice is a licensed clinical social worker with experience providing mental health services to children, teenagers, and adults affected by psychological trauma, HIV/AIDS, and chronic mental illness. Patrice received further training in trauma-focused CBT for children and adolescents while a therapist at a DC mental health agency. She also was trained in mental health practice for human trafficking survivors through the Maryland Human Trafficking Task Force.
Tara Zandi
(she/her)
$190/session
LICSW
17 years of experience
Virtual
Meet Tara Zandi, LICSW – a compassionate and highly skilled therapist with over a decade of experience supporting adults, children, and families. Tara holds a Master’s in Clinical Psychology and an MSW in Clinical Social Work, blending deep academic knowledge with practical expertise.
She’s trained in a powerful range of evidence-based approaches, including CBT, DBT, PCIT, EMDR, and even yoga for children—offering a holistic and personalized approach to healing. Whether working through depression, anxiety, or behavioral health challenges, Tara meets her clients with empathy, insight, and culturally sensitive care.
Fluent in English and Farsi, Tara creates a welcoming space for diverse communities to feel seen, heard, and supported on their journey toward wellness.
Mr. Marcel Harris
(he/him)
$110/session
LICSW
7 years of experience
Virtual
As the late Dr. Maya Angelou says, there is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you. It’s Mr. Marcel Harris, focus to help you, help you! Cultivating a safe space, where you are free to be your authentic self and to empower the unique individual within you. A graduate of Morgan State University, Mr. Harris received his Masters of Social Work (MSW) degree with a concentration in Urban Youth and Families. Since graduating, Mr. Harris has been providing clinical services to vulnerable populations with a non-judgmental approach assisting clients to self-actualize and manage their symptoms.
Veronica Dillard
(she/her)
$100/session
LICSW
12 years of experience
Virtual
Hi, I am Veronica Dillard. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker serving DC, Maryland, and Virginia, I bring a wealth of experience and passion to helping individuals navigate life's challenges. With a background solely in social work, my focus has always been on empowering and supporting my clients throughout their journey. My clinical practice is centered around youth and young adults, where I aim to provide comprehensive support in managing various stressors. Whether it's peer relationships, family dynamics, academic pressures, life transitions or mental health concerns like depression, anxiety, and anger, I work alongside clients to develop coping strategies and foster resilience. I believe in the power of joy even amidst challenges, and I strive to infuse positivity and laughter into our sessions. By adopting a strengths-based approach, I help clients tap into their internal resources to effectively manage stressors and find moments of joy.
Vanessa Okechukwu
(she/her)
$200/session
LICSW
15 years of experience
Virtual
Hello,
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.
Sharon Hardy
(she/her)
$100/session
LICSW
19 years of experience
Virtual
Hi, I am a licensed clinical social worker who received my Bachelor 's degree from South Carolina State University and graduate degree from Howard University. My field of concentration is in mental health. I have experience working in the following settings ( child welfare, domestic violence, psychiatric hospital setting, and schools). I have been providing therapy to adolescents, adults, couples, and families for over 15 years.
Christina Fals
$125/session
LICSW
7 years of experience
Virtual
Hi! I'm Christina Fals (she/her/hers) a bilingual Hispanic American licensed social worker based in Washington D.C. I am available to serve clients in DC, and MD through online therapy sessions. Those who come to see me are generally older children, teenagers, (ages 8 to 17). I assist young adults working professionals in their 20s-40s who are going through life transitions. I have dedicated my past years of mental health experience assisting individuals of walks of life and ages through various issues such as mental health crisis, chronic illness, major life transitions, career change, substance abuse and gender identity.
Charlene Mahan
(she/her)
$150/session
LPC
13 years of experience
Virtual
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 14 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.
Yvette Brown
(she/her)
$85/session
LICSW
17 years of experience
Virtual
With over 25 years of experience as an educated and trained social worker, I have dedicated my career to supporting individuals, couples, and families. As a licensed therapist for 17 years, I initially began working with children and families within the foster care and the educational system. Throughout my professional journey, I have taken pride in offering guidance and support to individuals, couples, and families, striving to empower them to overcome challenges and achieve their goals.
In 2013, I transitioned to private practice with the goal of providing personalized empowerment through individual, couples, and family counseling. My commitment to serving the diverse needs of adults, children, and families remains at the forefront of my practice, as I continue to advocate for their well-being and facilitate positive change in their lives.
Jonathan Lam
(he/him)
$200/session
LP
25 years of experience
Virtual
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.
Angela Joo
$135/session
LICSW
10 years of experience
Virtual
Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California. I received my Masters from the University of Michigan and have been practicing for 10 years. I help adults struggling depression, anxiety and negative thoughts to become the best versions of themselves. I also provide resources such as handouts and introduce materials as needed to help you in our progress.
Learn more about our therapists in District of Columbia
Average years in practice:
12
Top conditions treated:
- 80% Anxiety
- 70% Depression
- 48% Coping Skills
- 42% Self Esteem
Top 3 insurances accepted:
- Cigna
- United Medical Resources
- Oscar
Providers see clients:
- 94% online only
- 5% in-person and online
- 1% in-person only
Providers are:
- 79% Female
- 16% Male
- 1% Other
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- EAP:Cigna
- UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
- Surest (formerly Bind)
- Humana - Medicare
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- Oxford
- Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
- Kaiser Mid-Atlantic States
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- OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
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- EAP:Evernorth
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- Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
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- Kaiser Permanente
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What to expect during your first session?
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.
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.