You know something needs to change. You're tired of the way you've been feeling. Maybe you're struggling to identify what would help, or you already know what to do, but can't seem to find the motivation to follow through. Maybe you can imagine just what you want for yourself, but you get stuck when it comes to making changes you can stick with, leaving you frustrated, embarrassed, or disheartened. I'm here to help you identify what's working in your life and enhance it, and to find what isn’t w...
I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I also have experience working with depression. My goal is to create a safe, welcoming, and nonjudgmental space. My therapy style is person-centered with a Solution-Focused approach. I believe that you are the expert on your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfill...
Hello, I'm Ed. I offer video therapy sessions to help you navigate life's challenges from the comfort of your own space. You can text me at 410-804-1934 to get started as a client. My approach to therapy is rooted in the integration of Eastern and Western psychotherapies, combined with modern psychodynamic principles, non-dual approaches, and contemplative and meditative practices. This holistic approach allows us to explore the deeper beliefs, or what I call meta-principles, that shape y...
Welcome! I’m Dr. Constance Zou, and I’m honored to be a part of your journey towards mental well-being. My academic and professional path has been dedicated to understanding and treating a wide range of mental health challenges. I graduated summa cum laude from Columbia University with a BA in Biology and earned an MA in Bioethics from New York University. I received my MD from Yale School of Medicine and completed my general psychiatry residency at the National Institute of Mental Health, wh...
Hello, I'm Lita. As a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with an MSW, I have extensive experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds. My journey into mental health began when friends and family sought my support during their times of heartbreak and professional challenges. This trust they placed in me inspired my career, and it continues to drive my passion for helping others today. I specialize in providing therapy to adults and older adults dealing with anxiety, ...
Life is sometimes overwhelming and therapy can help create possibilities! I am here to support you in identifying what is making you feel stuck and work with you to become the best version of yourself. I offer a warm and compassionate place for clients to talk about their pain and feel understood. I work with college students and young adults experiencing depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, family and personal relationship difficulties, and academic or occupational stress. I draw fro...
Dr. Justin Leak is a 2016 graduate of the American School of Professional Psychology @ Argosy University (ASPP). He received his BA in Speech Communication and African & African American Studies from the Pennsylvania State University in 2002. Dr. Leak completed his MA at Lewis & Clark College in Counseling Psychology, with a specialization in Marriage, Couples, and Family Therapy (MCFT) in 2008. Dr. Leak completed his APA-accredited internship at The John L. Gildner Regional Institute for Ch...
I strongly believe in building a collaborative relationship with my clients in helping them overcome their personal struggles. As a clinical psychologist, I strive to create a safe and warm environment that is compassionate, person-centered, and promotes a person's unique individual strengths. I prescribe to an integrative approach to therapy that includes elements of cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, person-centered, interpersonal, and strength-based approaches. More importantly, my approac...
Welcome! We are grateful you stopped by and are considering our services during a vulnerable time in your life. At Brave Companion Family Counseling, we practice from a strength-based perspective. We believe you possess all you need to make the improvements you want to see in your life. We are here to facilitate your personal growth through tools, perspective and guidance. We believe that you are shaped by each experience you have, the systems you interact with, and the relationships you enga...
Hi there! I’m happy that you’re here and willing to take a look at things in your life through a perspective of change. Change is the only constant in life. Change is uncomfortable but if you’ve made it to this point, I encourage you to continue to choose yourself and take charge of your life. I’m here to take clinical words or taboo ideas and see how they might firstly, make sense in your situation and secondly, apply to your day-to-day in concrete ways. I am not here to give you answers rather...
Supporting, encouraging, and comforting others has been an integral part of my journey, leading me on a path to a rich and rewarding career as a clinical social worker. I am passionate about supporting individuals to reach their behavioral health, relational and spiritual goals! I have a special interest in working with women who are seeking support for depression, anxiety, trauma, loss, and grief (relationships, miscarriage, death of a loved one), low self-esteem, parenting, establishing health...
Hello! I'm Valerie, and I have over 25 years of experience as a licensed clinician in the District of Columbia. I offer primarily individual psychotherapy for adults ages 25 and older who want to address symptoms of depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, stress, grief, and/or anger. My approach to therapy is rooted in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, from a person-centered foundation, with a holistic perspective. This means I focus on helping you gain insight into the underlying emotional and menta...
Hi there! My name is Amanda and I’m grateful for your courage in taking this step. The college years can be a very stressful time due to all of the changes and transitions happening in your life. Whether you're looking for just a few sessions or long-term therapy, I believe healing can happen with the right knowledge, hard work and laughter along the way. I use EMDR, DBT, mindfulness, and life coaching in my therapy sessions. If you've read this far, I encourage you to reach out to see if we are...
Hello, I'm Robert, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Virginia and Washington, D.C. I have extensive experience in family and child welfare, specifically in helping with family conflicts, trauma, abuse, and parenting issues. Additionally, I work with individuals dealing with anxiety and depression, among other challenges such as anger management, OCD, stress, intimate and romantic relationships, sex and intimacy issues, and grief or bereavement. My therapeutic philosophy centers around...
As a therapist, I strive to create a safe and warm space where therapeutic rapport can thrive. I love working with clients to not only work on symptomology, but to create deep and meaningful change at the identity level. I see therapy as a way to attack symptoms while creating space for powerful growth. I believe that the heart, mind, and soul are all connected, and that therapy should focus on this intersectionality as a mechanism for change. I'm a therapist with Octave and Evernorth Behavio...
Davynte Pannell is an African American/Indigenous, heterosexual, millennial male from Newark, NJ, currently providing therapy services in Washington, D.C. as a Licensed Professional Counselor. Pannell graduated from Howard University with his Bachelorâs in Philosophy and Psychology, then from New York University with his Masterâs in Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness. Pannell has worked with clients of all ages since 2018. Pannellâs style of therapy follows the trope, âTwo eyes, o...
At Barth Therapy, we believe that taking the step to connect with a therapist is an act of profound courage, strength, and commitment. We deeply value and respect the time our clients invest in their journey toward healing, and it is our unwavering mission to ensure that every moment spent with us is purposeful and transformative. Our dedication to tailoring treatment to your unique needs and ensuring that you are heard and understood is at the core of our vision for therapy. Grounded in empathy...
Hello, I'm Dr. Erica Featherson, and I'm here to support you on your journey to mental wellness. With a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology and as a Licensed Psychologist in both DC and Maryland, I bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to our sessions. My approach is integrative and systems-oriented, meaning I tailor my methods to fit your unique needs, whether you're an individual, part of a family, or in a group setting. I specialize in working with trauma, depression, and anxiety, but ...
Hello, I'm Darryl, a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) with 35 years of experience in mental health. I specialize in helping individuals navigate anxiety disorders and depression, using Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness techniques to foster healing and growth. My approach to therapy is deeply rooted in empathy and compassion, as I understand firsthand the challenges these conditions can bring. In my twenties, I faced a period of intense anxiety and depression. It...