Psychoanalytic therapists in Washington, D.C. DC
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Psychoanalytic Therapy
Joseph W. LaFleur
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LICSW, DWTF, SEP, C-PATP
Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming, especially when you're navigating complex emotions, identity questions, or past trauma. I'm Joseph LaFleur, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and the clinical director of District Counseling and Psychotherapy, serving clients throughout DC, Maryland, Virginia, New Jersey, and New York.
**My Approach**
I specialize in helping men who often feel pressure to "have it together" find space to process what's really going on beneath the surface. Many of my clients come to me after years of pushing through—only to realize that approach isn't sustainable. Whether you're working through relationship challenges, career stress, depression, anxiety, or the aftermath of trauma, I offer a grounded, direct therapeutic style that respects your time and intelligence.
As an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist, I work extensively with gay, bisexual, and queer men navigating identity, relationships, and the unique stressors that come with living authentically in a world that doesn't always make that easy. My practice is a space where you can show up exactly as you are.
**Specialized Training**
Beyond traditional talk therapy, I'm trained in Somatic Experiencing (SEP), which addresses how trauma lives in the body—not just the mind. For clients interested in emerging treatments, I'm also a Certified Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy Provider (CPTAP), offering psychedelic integration therapy to help you make meaning from transformative experiences with ketamine, psilocybin, or other medicines.
**What to Expect**
I believe therapy works best when it's collaborative and practical. You won't find endless reflection without direction here. Together, we'll identify what's keeping you stuck and build concrete strategies for lasting change—while honoring the deeper emotional work that real transformation requires.
If you're ready to invest in yourself, I'd welcome the opportunity to connect.
26 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC Washington, D.C. (Online Only)
Psychoanalytic Therapy
Dr. Wayne Bullock
Psychologist, PsyD, MEd
Life is filled with challenges. We all approach these challenges in characteristic ways that are shaped by the life we have lived up until that moment. We learn how to respond to challenges based on what has been helpful in the past. As we grow and move through life, these ways of coping can become less advantageous. Sometimes we get stuck in our responses to stress, and this can exacerbate negative feelings. I can help you learn to notice these patterns, the ways they have helped, and the ways in which they no longer serve you. Together, we will work to create more options for you to respond to the challenges of life.
17 Years Experience
In-Person in Washington, DC 20006
Psychoanalytic Therapy
Douglas LaBier, Ph.D.
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Based in Washington, D.C., I've served patients for four decades, helping men, women and couples resolve conflicts arising from the many changes and transitions people experience today - in their personal lives and goals; intimate relationships; and their career. These concerns typically become especially prominent during the "middle years" of adulthood, from one's 30s onward.
54 Years Experience
In-Person in Washington, DC 20015
Online in Washington, DC Washington, D.C.
Psychoanalytic Therapy
Dr. Brian Sharpless
Psychologist, Ph.D., Clinical Psychology; M.A., Philosophy
Hi! I am a clinical psychologist (PhD) trained at Penn State and the University of Pennsylvania. Though I treat a number of conditions (e.g., anxiety, depression, trauma), I have a great deal of experience helping people with personality disorders, sleep disorders, rare/unusual psychological conditions, and clinical problems which have been formerly resistant to treatment. Along with my practice, I stay active in the field through research, publications (i.e., books and articles), and other professional work. I particularly enjoy living lectures for popular science organizations in the US and abroad. Please visit my website (linked below) for more information.
19 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC Washington, D.C.
Psychoanalytic Therapy
Seven Hills Psychology
Psychologist, Psychologist
Welcome to Seven Hills Psychology. We specialize in providing comprehensive psychological services including:
Adult psychotherapy
Couples & family therapy
Child & adolescent therapy
Psychological assessment
18 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.
Psychoanalytic Therapy therapists in Washington, D.C. Statistics
Psychoanalytic Therapy therapists in Washington, D.C. average 19 years of experience and charge around $219 per session. 96% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (87%), Depression (74%), and Loss or Grief (61%).
Average years in practice
19 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$219
Accept insurance
30%
Offer sliding scale
35%
Gender ID
| 54% |
Female |
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| 42% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 57% |
In Person and Online |
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| 39% |
Online Only |
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| 4% |
In Person Only |
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Top Specialties
| 87% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 74% | Depression |
| 61% | Loss or Grief |
| 57% | Self Esteem |
| 57% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 48% | Stress |
| 48% | Divorce |
Ages Served
| 91% | Adult |
| 65% | Young Adult |
| 57% | Senior |
| 35% | Teen |
| 22% | Children |
Client Focus
| 48% | LGBTQ+ |
| 43% | Women |
| 35% | Men |
| 26% | Black / African American |
| 22% | Asian |