Domestic Abuse therapists in Washington, D.C. DC
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MindOverHealing Therapies
Hypnotherapist, CHt
Domestic abuse involves a pattern of controlling and coercive behaviors in intimate relationships. It can be physical, emotional, psychological, sexual, or financial. The trauma from such experiences can lead to a range of mental health issues, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem. Hypnotherapy allows individuals to access and process traumatic memories in a safe and controlled environment. By guiding clients into a relaxed state, hypnotherapists help them confront and release the emotional pain associated with their experiences.
3 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC Washington, D.C. (Online Only)
DR Mindy Jacobs
Psychologist, PhD -licensed psychologist, ABPP-Board Certified in Counseling Psychology
I work with patients to help them bring together their thoughts and emotions. I start with accepting them for who they are and helping people live out their potential. I explore the person's history as well as prenent influences. I also utilize the therapy relationship as a microcosm their life.
41 Years Experience
In-Person in Washington, DC 20007
Washington Psychological Wellness
Counselor/Therapist
Washington Psychological Wellness is passionate about helping people live the lives they have envisioned by bringing values of honesty, kindness, humor, and compassion to the practice. Therapy can inspire change, create greater self-awareness, and improve one's life and relationships. Our clinicians provide a comfortable and collaborative environment where you can take risks and explore different ways of thinking, feeling, and being. We aim to help you gain clarity about the underlying causes of problems, provide strategies to help you cope, and empower you to trust your inner voice and live each day authentically. Washington Psychological Wellness believes in respect and equality for all regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, class, caste, religion, belief, sex, gender, language, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex characteristics, age, health, or status. We are currently accepting new clients. Telehealth (online) therapy options are available. Call now to schedule your appointment!
12 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC Washington, D.C.
Elisha S Lee
Counselor/Therapist, NCCA CTCC CPC
Our counseling services for survivors of domestic abuse or violence provide a compassionate, safe space to address the trauma and complex emotions arising from abusive relationships. Understanding that domestic abuse can take many forms—physical, emotional, sexual, financial—we offer tailored support to empower individuals as they navigate their journey of healing and reclaim their lives.
Empowering Survival and Healing from Domestic Abuse
* Trauma-Informed Care: Drawing from trauma-informed approaches, our counseling services prioritize safety, choice, collaboration, trustworthiness, and empowerment, acknowledging the profound impact of trauma on an individual's life and facilitating a path toward recovery.
* Safety Planning: We assist clients in developing comprehensive safety plans, whether they are preparing to leave an abusive situation, in the process of leaving, or have already left. This planning addresses immediate safety, legal protections, financial security, and long-term independence.
* Emotional Support: Our counseling provides a supportive environment to process emotions such as fear, guilt, shame, anger, and grief, while also working to rebuild self-esteem, confidence, and a sense of self-worth that has been eroded by abuse.
* Healing from Trauma: Through evidence-based therapeutic techniques, we assist clients in processing and healing from the trauma of abuse, anxiety, and depression.
* Rebuilding Life Skills: The path to recovery includes rebuilding life skills that may have been lost or diminished due to abuse. We support clients in gaining independence, making their own decisions, and establishing a healthy, self-determined life.
Goals of Counseling for Domestic Abuse or Violence
Our counseling for survivors of domestic abuse aims to:
* Restore Safety and Security: Ensure that clients feel physically and emotionally safe and secure, both within the counseling environment and in their personal lives.
* Empower Independence: Empower clients to regain control over their lives, decisions, and well-being, fostering a sense of independence and self-efficacy.
* Facilitate Emotional Healing: Support clients in healing from the emotional scars of abuse, promoting resilience and positive self-regard.
* Enhance Coping Strategies: Equip clients with effective coping strategies for managing stress, triggers, and the challenges of rebuilding their lives after abuse.
* Support Healthy Relationships: Guide clients in recognizing the signs of healthy versus unhealthy relationships, setting boundaries, and building supportive, respectful connections moving forward.
Surviving domestic abuse or violence is a profound and courageous journey. Our dedicated team is here to support you through every step, providing the compassionate care and expertise needed to heal, grow, and embrace a future free from abuse. Reach out today to learn how you can reclaim your life and your sense of self.
9 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC Washington, D.C.
Joe Groninga
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Domestic abuse often creates very painful symptoms and is something for which I use a therapy called Prolonged Exposure (PE). In this therapy, we will revisit traumatic situations, process painful emotions, and change unhelpful beliefs about yourself and the world around you as a result of your trauma. People are often amazed at how quickly this treatment can work and by the very meaningful change that can result. For these reasons, this is one of my favorite treatments to provide.
21 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC Washington, D.C.
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.
Domestic Abuse therapists in Washington, D.C. Statistics
Domestic Abuse therapists in Washington, D.C. average 16 years of experience and charge around $225 per session. 96% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (78%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (52%), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (43%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$225
Accept insurance
30%
Offer sliding scale
39%
Gender ID
| 57% |
Female |
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| 37% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 61% |
In Person and Online |
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| 35% |
Online Only |
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| 4% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 78% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 52% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 43% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 43% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 39% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 35% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 35% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 96% | Adult |
| 70% | Young Adult |
| 57% | Senior |
| 52% | Teen |
| 39% | Children |
Client Focus
| 65% | Women |
| 61% | Men |
| 52% | Black / African American |
| 52% | LGBTQ+ |
| 43% | Christian |