Forgiveness therapists in Washington, D.C. DC
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Molly Rosenstein
Counselor/Therapist, LPC
Forgiveness is a deeply personal process that can be challenging—but also profoundly freeing. Whether you're working toward forgiving someone else or yourself, I offer a compassionate space to explore the pain, anger, and complexity that often come with it. Together, we’ll move at your pace, using evidence-based tools and genuine human connection to support healing, set healthy boundaries, and foster emotional release without minimizing your experience.
5 Years Experience
In-Person in Washington, DC 20036
Online in Washington, DC Washington, D.C.
Dr. Christopher Lowery, DHSc, CLCP
Clinical Health Practitioner, Board-Certified Life Care Planner
This component explore and practice forgiveness, fostering emotional healing, resilience, and healthier relationships with self and others.
24 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC Washington, D.C.
Elisha S Lee
Counselor/Therapist, NCCA CTCC CPC
Forgiveness counseling is a transformative process that facilitates the release of resentment, anger, and hurt that often maintains a hold on one's emotional well-being. Our services in this area focus on assisting clients as they navigate the complex path toward forgiving others and, equally importantly, themselves. This journey can pave the way for healing, inner peace, and the restoration of fractured relationships.
Fostering Compassion and Peace Through Forgiveness
* Understanding Forgiveness: We begin by exploring the true meaning of forgiveness, debunking myths, and setting realistic expectations about what forgiveness does and does not entail.
* Addressing Emotional Pain: A safe and empathetic space for clients to express and work through the emotional pain that has inhibited their ability to forgive, fostering a deeper understanding of their own feelings and experiences.
* Personal Empowerment: Forgiveness is framed as a choice and an act of personal empowerment, rather than a sign of weakness or an obligation to others.
* Letting Go of Harmful Attachments: Counseling focuses on helping individuals let go of negative attachments to past events and the people who have caused them harm, enabling them to reclaim their mental and emotional freedom.
* Reconciliation versus Release: We help clients discern between reconciliation—a restored relationship with the one who wronged them—and release, which is to free oneself from the burden of unresolved hurt.
Goals of Forgiveness Counseling
Our forgiveness counseling aims to assist clients in:
* Processing and Accepting Hurtful Events: Acknowledge and accept the reality of what happened in order to move forward.
* Liberating from the Past: Break free from the anchor of past hurts that impede current happiness and emotional wellness.
* Enhancing Personal Growth: Use the process of forgiveness as a catalyst for personal growth and self-improvement.
* Healing Emotional Wounds: Begin to heal the emotional wounds inflicted by others or oneself.
* Restoring Inner Peace: Achieving a sense of inner peace, regardless of whether the relationship with the offender is reconciled.
The act of forgiveness can be a profoundly liberating experience that goes far beyond mending relationships with others—it's an act of healing for oneself. Our skilled therapists are dedicated to guiding you through the emotional complexities of forgiveness, empowering you to let go of the past and embrace a more peaceful, fulfilling future. Connect with us to explore how forgiveness counseling can be a vital step in your personal journey of healing and growth.
9 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC Washington, D.C.
Marina Sud
Psychologist, PsyD, Certified in Brainspotting, Certification in Psychoanalysis
I guide clients through the process of releasing resentment, guilt, and emotional pain that often keep them tied to the past. My approach helps individuals understand the deeper layers of hurt, cultivate compassion for themselves and others, and find freedom through emotional healing. Together, we work toward restoring inner peace, strengthening self-worth, and creating space for greater clarity, connection, and personal growth.
27 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC Washington, D.C. (Online Only)
MindOverHealing Therapies
Hypnotherapist, CHt
Forgiveness is often one of the most challenging aspects of healing. Hypnotherapy can be a powerful tool in this process, guiding individuals through the journey of forgiving themselves and others. During hypnotherapy sessions, clients can be gently led into a state of deep relaxation where they can safely explore and release feelings of anger, resentment, and betrayal. By tapping into the subconscious mind, hypnotherapy enables individuals to confront and process painful memories without being overwhelmed.
3 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC Washington, D.C. (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.
Forgiveness therapists in Washington, D.C. Statistics
Forgiveness therapists in Washington, D.C. average 17 years of experience and charge around $209 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (70%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (40%), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (37%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$209
Accept insurance
38%
Offer sliding scale
37%
Gender ID
| 59% |
Female |
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| 37% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 1% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 63% |
In Person and Online |
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| 37% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 70% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 40% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 37% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 33% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 33% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 33% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 30% | Family Systems Therapy |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 77% | Young Adult |
| 60% | Senior |
| 48% | Teen |
| 25% | Children |
Client Focus
| 60% | Women |
| 48% | Men |
| 45% | LGBTQ+ |
| 40% | Christian |
| 38% | Military / Veterans |