Depression therapists in Washington, D.C.
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Molly Rosenstein
Counselor/Therapist, LPC
Depression can make even the simplest tasks feel heavy and isolating. I offer a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you don’t have to go through it alone. Using evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, we’ll work together to shift unhelpful thought patterns and reconnect you with hope, meaning, and motivation. At the heart of my work is a deep commitment to empathy, authenticity, and the healing power of a genuine therapeutic relationship.
5 Years Experience
In-Person in Washington, DC 20036
Online in Washington, DC
Joseph W. LaFleur
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LICSW, DWTF, SEP, C-PATP
Depression isn't just sadness—it's the heaviness that makes getting out of bed feel impossible, the numbness that disconnects you from things you used to enjoy, and the voice that tells you nothing will ever change. We approach depression through psychodynamic, somatic, and cognitive frameworks, helping you understand what's underneath the fog while building momentum toward action. Therapy for depression here isn't about toxic positivity or pushing through—it's about reconnecting with yourself, your life, and your sense of what's possible.
26 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Dr. Jessica Kirchhoefer
Psychologist, PhD
We'll identify and challenge negative thought patterns together through CBT, while also encouraging you to accept difficult emotions with ACT. Together, we’ll create personalized coping strategies and set achievable goals to promote resilience and improve your mood. We may also explore what patterns or external factors may be contributing to depressive episodes.
6 Years Experience
In-Person in Washington, DC 20006
Online in Washington, DC
Bold Expressions Therapy
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I am passionate about working with anyone who has experienced depression or anxiety and who wants to take a deeper look at how these painful thoughts and feelings developed, and how they shape their daily lives. I strive to give my patients a myriad of coping skills and therapeutic tools that will allow them to deftly navigate the world’s everyday stressors, and ask them to look introspectively at their own expectations and biases as together we resist heteronormative patriachal structures.
6 Years Experience
In-Person in Washington, DC 20008
Online in Washington, DC
Center for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness
Psychologist, PhD, JD
Not all therapists provide evidence-based therapies, and not all therapists who claim to provide CBT are specially trained in this approach. The Center for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness team consists of doctoral-level clinicians who are highly trained experts in cognitive behavioral therapies.
We are also trained in tailoring your treatment to your individual needs, so you can be sure you are receiving highly individualized care while also benefiting from the techniques that are proven to work.
5 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Laura Silva, LicMHC - Online/Virtual Therapy
Counselor/Therapist, Traditional, Integrative, Heart Centered counseling. Coach, Educator, Depth Therapy.
Depression is painful. I offer a safe, accepting space to move out of self pain and learn self supportive strategies for inner hope, strength, self love and wellbeing. I will support you in your new learning and build positive self acceptance. Learning emotional, cognitive and mindfulness tools are important for healing depression. Email for free Consultation call.
46 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Kimberly Turner-Frazier
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC, LPC
Depression can make the simplest tasks feel insurmountable, often leaving you feeling disconnected from the things you once loved. In my practice, I work with adults and adolescents to gently navigate these heavy emotions. Using a collaborative approach grounded in CBT, we will focus on identifying negative thought patterns and gradually reintroducing activities that bring a sense of accomplishment and joy. My goal is to help you rediscover your energy and find a path out of the fog toward a more hopeful, balanced life.
8 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Chloe Koutsos
Counselor/Therapist, NCC LPC
Individual psychotherapy has been shown to be an effective treatment for a range of presenting concerns and can help with depression and improving mood.
8 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Georgina Arhin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC, ACS, CCTP
Cogntive behavioral therapy, Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), DIalectical Behavior Therapy, Short-Term Solution Focused, Psychodynamic therapy
23 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Kelsey Ellis
Psychologist, Ph.D., LCP
Depression can show up as more than sadness. It may feel like heaviness, disconnection, loss of motivation, or a quiet sense of moving through life on autopilot. Many women I work with continue to meet responsibilities even while feeling emotionally depleted inside. Therapy offers space to explore the deeper context surrounding these experiences and to reconnect with parts of yourself that may feel distant or muted. Together, we work toward restoring a greater sense of engagement, meaning, and internal support.
2 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Alison Huang - Grow Your Mind Psychotherapy
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC
Are you struggling with depression? Depression is a common mood disorder that negatively impacts how you feel and think. I am specialized in treating depression and I use integrated modalities, such as CBT, mindfulness, and expressive therapy to help clients with long-standing depression. I am confident to support you the way you want and bring happiness back to your life!
16 Years Experience
In-Person in Washington, DC
Online in Washington, DC
Ashley Higgins
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Depression can have a profound impact on every aspect of life, and I am here to offer support, guidance, hope, and skills to navigate this journey. Everyone's journey with depression is unique, so my therapeutic approach is grounded in evidence-based practices as well as your lived experience of what does and does not help you. Together, we can help you feel more supported, hopeful, and connected to yourself again.
11 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Erica Hart
Psychologist, PhD in Clinical Psychology
I support clients in getting familiar with the inner voice of depression and recognizing that it is not the only voice they can attend to at a given time. Often depression tells you to give up, or that it's not worth it. Understanding where this comes from can often help in contextualizing the depressive response and better managing thoughts associated with it.
17 Years Experience
In-Person in Washington, DC 20016
Online in Washington, DC
Ashika Dickerson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC
Depression can make even the simplest tasks feel overwhelming, affecting your energy, motivation, relationships, and overall sense of well-being. I provide a personalized, concierge-level approach to treatment that combines comprehensive evaluation, precision medication management, and evidence-based strategies tailored to your unique needs. My goal is to help you regain emotional balance, restore hope, and reconnect with the life you want to live through compassionate, individualized care that supports lasting wellness.
1 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Dr. John Monopoli
Psychologist, PhD
Everyone will experience depression from time to time. I believe effective listening is most important with regard to depression. We will work together to develop behaviors that will help lessen the depression, and combat some of the unwanted thoughts you might have.
10 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Lauro Guzman
Counselor/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Depression is a common mental health condition that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and changes in how you think, sleep, eat and act. Depression is treatable and we work to identify and change distorted or negative thinking patterns and teaches you skills to respond to life's challenges
9 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Dr. Jeannine Pablo
Psychologist, LP, LCMHC, MLADC
Depression counseling can help individuals overcome feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and despair. My practice specializes in providing structured, evidence-based support to help you navigate out of the heavy fog of depression. Together, we will dissect the root causes of your symptoms, develop practical daily coping mechanisms, and establish healthy emotional regulation habits to help you confidently reconnect with the activities and people you love.
23 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Dr. Caroline Hicks
Psychologist, PhD, LP
With depression, things can feel incredibly exhausting - and most steps to take towards getting out of a depressive episode can feel forced. I work with people to find realistic steps in decreasing the intensity of their depression, and find a path towards relief. This often includes a collaboration between building coping skills, and exploring the triggers to your depression. I have gotten feedback that my space provides a nice balance of processing and finding sustainable steps in reducing depression.
9 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Cindy Haines, Psy.D
Psychologist, Psy.D
Depression can make everyday life feel overwhelming, affecting mood, energy, motivation, and relationships. At Stress & Anxiety Services, we provide compassionate, evidence-based treatment to help individuals break free from the cycle of depression and regain a sense of hope and balance. Our approach includes: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Helps challenge negative thought patterns and develop healthier ways of thinking and coping. Through secure telehealth services available nationwide, we make expert depression treatment accessible wherever you are. With the right support, relief is possible—you don’t have to navigate this journey alone.
25 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Dr. Lindsay Perrin
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Depression can affect every aspect of life, making even everyday tasks feel overwhelming and leaving you feeling disconnected from yourself and others. I have extensive experience helping clients understand and overcome depression using evidence-based approaches tailored to their individual needs. Drawing primarily from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), we'll explore the patterns of thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that contribute to depressive symptoms while developing practical strategies to help you regain a sense of hope, purpose, and engagement in your life.
14 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Washington's identity as the center of American political life creates a distinct mental health environment where therapists frequently address political burnout, moral injury, and the psychological toll of careers in government, advocacy, nonprofit work, and public policy. The city has a highly educated and driven professional demographic, and therapists specializing in perfectionism, ambition-related anxiety, and navigating high-stakes careers are consistently in demand. DC's large Black professional community and its diverse immigrant population from Africa, Central America, South Asia, and East Asia make culturally affirming and multilingual care especially important. MedStar Georgetown University Hospital and GW Hospital provide institutional mental health anchors alongside the city's dense and sophisticated independent therapy community.
Depression therapists in Washington, D.C. Statistics
Depression therapists in Washington, D.C. average 18 years of experience and charge around $209 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (79%), Psychodynamic Therapy (38%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (36%).
Average years in practice
18 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$209
Accept insurance
39%
Offer sliding scale
37%
Gender ID
| 65% |
Female |
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| 31% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 53% |
In Person and Online |
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| 47% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 79% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 38% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 36% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 33% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 28% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 27% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 27% | Integrative Therapy |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 66% | Young Adult |
| 50% | Senior |
| 42% | Teen |
| 18% | Children |
Client Focus
| 52% | Women |
| 36% | Men |
| 34% | LGBTQ+ |
| 23% | Black / African American |
| 23% | Military / Veterans |