Stress therapists in Washington, D.C. DC
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Karen J. Osterle
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSSA, LICSW
A life well-lived involves stress, for sure, but we have to be able to function well in life. Psychotherapy is here for you when all of the friendly advice, the self-help books and web articles, and all of your existing coping mechanisms and activities have not been working for you. I take a supportive, collaborative, and persistent approach to encourage you to build insight and capacity for coming up with new endings for the same old stories in your life, so that you can feel and function better as soon as possible. I use the information that you present (or, in some instances, avoid) to help you make sense of the thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that undermine your relationships and productivity. The therapy process should be more than just interesting, I believe.--It must be a fully engaging experience that results in a real sense of growth and change, evident even within the first two or three sessions.
24 Years Experience
In-Person in Washington, DC 20036
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Nina Arroyo Santiago
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LICSW
Stress affects young people in profound ways, from school pressure to identity struggles. I help clients identify sources of stress and develop practical, culturally sensitive strategies to manage it. Therapy becomes a space to breathe, reflect, and gain tools to move through life with more ease and clarity.
3 Years Experience
Online in Washington, D.C. (Online Only)
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Dr. Amber Thornton
Psychologist, PsyD
Chronic stress can leave you feeling overstimulated, disconnected, and emotionally depleted. I help clients identify the root sources of stress, both external and internal. We will also develop personalized strategies for nervous system regulation. Our work focuses on slowing down, setting boundaries, and creating space for peace, rest, and emotional balance.
10 Years Experience
Online in Washington, D.C. (Online Only)
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Molly Rosenstein
Counselor/Therapist, LPC
Stress is a natural part of life, but when it becomes overwhelming, it can impact your well-being and daily functioning. I work with clients to identify stress triggers and develop effective coping strategies tailored to their unique needs. Combining evidence-based approaches with compassionate support, we’ll build resilience, improve emotional regulation, and help you regain balance and calm in your life.
4 Years Experience
In-Person in Washington, DC 20036
Online in Washington, D.C.
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Alison Huang - Grow Your Mind Psychotherapy
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC
"Oh my God, I am stressed out!" How often do you feel this way? Probably more than you want. It's common you may experience higher level of stress when you stretch yourself too thin. Stress management is right up in my alley as I am experienced in helping clients manage their stress. I create a safe and comfortable space to give clients the room to breath, reflect, and rejuvenate.
15 Years Experience
In-Person in Washington, DC
Online in Washington, D.C.
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Dr. Cynthia Edwards-Hawver
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Is It Stress or Burnout?
You keep telling yourself you're fine. You power through. You handle everything. But your body is tense, your mind won’t stop racing, you forget details, have brain fog, and the smallest things make you feel like you're about to snap. This isn’t just a rough week, this is chronic stress, and it's likely an indication that you are burned out. High-functioning stress looks like success on the outside, but chaos on the inside.
I’m Dr. Cynthia Edwards-Hawver, a licensed psychologist, certified coach, and expert in burnout recovery and stress resilience for high-achieving women. With over 20 years of experience, I help women who are secretly drowning: managing careers, caregiving, parenting, and/or navigating a toxic relationship while feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and emotionally depleted.
If you've been stuck in survival mode for months (or years), it’s time to take your stress seriously.
Common signs you're beyond just “stressed”:
Exhausted but can't sleep
Wired and tired at the same time
Overthinking, rumination, or anxiety spirals
Short fuse with people you love
Guilt for resting or saying no
Feeling numb, emotionally flat, or disconnected
Chronic tension, headaches, gut issues, or brain fog
Never feeling “caught up” no matter how much you do
This isn’t weakness. This is nervous system overload and it’s your body’s way of asking for help.
Stress does not have to rule your life, there is a better way. Reach out today to find solution focused strategies that get you back to living the life you deserve.
Stress is not just a part of life. It’s a signal. And when it’s chronic, it’s dangerous.
Let’s stop dismissing your symptoms—and start your healing.
You don’t need to keep coping. You need to recover.
25 Years Experience
Online in Washington, D.C. (Online Only)
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Douglas LaBier, Ph.D.
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Much of the stress I see in my patient's lives is rooted in a way of life and personal values that conflict with an inner sense of dissatisfaction in work, their intimate partnership, or overall way of life. Stress than becomes a natural expression of these conflicts, Therapy helps uncover what's going on, and can point to what the patient must confront and deal with in more fulfilling ways, in order to grow beyond just "coping" or "managing" stress as a permanent state or being.
53 Years Experience
In-Person in Washington, DC 20015
Online in Washington, D.C.
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Sydney Rosen
Psychologist, PsyD
You may be feeling anxious or uncertain, disconnected from others or lacking a sense of control over your emotions or life choices, but I believe that you already have the ability and determination to help yourself. I work to draw out that ability through a combination of insight-expanding exploration and teaching specific tools to help you overcome challenges, all while utilizing my training to call out patterns and behaviors that may be getting in your way. I work from an attachment perspective, and strive to develop a strong therapeutic relationship that can help you to better understand and improve your relationships with family, romantic partners and friends. I aim to create an environment that feels safe, accepting, validating and empowering, and for you to feel happier, more stable and more autonomous through our work together.
2 Years Experience
In-Person in Washington, DC 20006
Online in Washington, D.C.
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Lauro Guzman
Counselor/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Stress is the body's reaction to challenging situations. Stress can be caused by positive or negative life changes, and it can lead to physical and psychological issues. Stress can manifest itself in different ways, including excessive worrying, inability to sleep at night. I work with therapy clients to help better manage and overcome it.
8 Years Experience
Online in Washington, D.C. (Online Only)
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Dr. Amanda Roberts
Psychologist, PhD Clinical Psychology, Masters in Marriage Family Therapy
Unaddressed stress is the basis for most medical and psychological afflictions. Close to 90% of all presentations in primary care physicians' offices are stress-related conditions treatable through outpatient psychotherapy. Dr Roberts will work diligently with you to develop dedicated practices to mitigate unnecessary stress. Through a mix of meditative practices and clinical tools you will learn ways to effectively manage and prevent the accumulation of stress.
40 Years Experience
Online in Washington, D.C. (Online Only)
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Dawn Johnson
Psychologist, PsyD
I work with people who feel overextended, pressured, or unable to slow down. Whether stress stems from work, relationships, or major life transitions, I help you build awareness, regulate your emotions, and create a more balanced approach to daily demands. My goal is to help you feel calmer, more centered, and in control of your life.
8 Years Experience
In-Person in Washington, DC 20006
Online in Washington, D.C.
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Bold Expressions Therapy
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Stress factors in to all of our lives and each one of us handles stress differently. Research has found that stress wreaks havoc on our physical bodies and our emotional lives. 2020 was particularly hard on many people as stress mounted due to a global pandemic, physical and social lockdown and isolation, loss of jobs, illness, death, and political discord. These stressors often outweigh the resources that we have and begin to take a toll on the way we feel and our relationships with ourselves and others. It is my goal to bring these stressors to light and find ways to navigate each individuals world in order to find more peace and balance even within the chaos.
5 Years Experience
In-Person in Washington, DC 20008
Online in Washington, D.C.
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Dr. Lindsay Perrin
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Stress and worries can be overwhelming and can impact our daily functioning at times. I draw upon Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques to explore how our thoughts, behaviors, and emotions are all reciprocally related. This allows us to examine what changes we can make that will produce significant reduction in stress levels.
13 Years Experience
Online in Washington, D.C. (Online Only)
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Laura Silva, LicMHC - Online/Virtual Therapy
Counselor/Therapist, Traditional, Integrative, Heart Centered counseling. Coach, Educator, Depth Therapy.
I have years of Mindfulness study, practice and personal retreats, with many Buddhist teachers especially at the Barre Insight Meditation Society, Barre Massachusetts not far from my home. I teach Mindfulness mediation and inner awareness to all clients.
Additionally, clients learn the deeper roots to stress and ways to realign with inner stability and balance. Eckhart Tolle states that "stress is caused by being here but wanting to be there." "Access the power of NOW and know that everything is happening FOR you not to you, and stress will dissolve." Words of wisdom. Email for free consultation call.
45 Years Experience
Online in Washington, D.C. (Online Only)
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Chloe Koutsos
Counselor/Therapist, NCC LPC
Individual psychotherapy has been shown to be an effective treatment for a range of presenting concerns or issues and can help improve stress and well-being.
7 Years Experience
Online in Washington, D.C. (Online Only)
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Kate E. Stephenson
Life Coach, ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC), Holistic Life, Career & Executive
Stress is a normal, useful response to life; it’s the survival mechanism that helps us grow, learn and succeed. Distress is the negative impact of prolonged, severe, and unmanaged stress. Together we will co-create tools to abate and dispel your distress while capitalizing on good stress. Taking a 5Ps approach to stress management, together we can explore your "perception" of your current stressors; gain "perspective" on the origins and instigators of your stress and on how you’d prefer to feel in the future; "prioritize" manageable and sustainable steps toward this future; ensure they are aligned with your professional and personal "purpose"; and put into "practice" the tools and behaviors to get you to that positive stress level.
6 Years Experience
Online in Washington, D.C. (Online Only)
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Erica Hart
Psychologist, PhD in Clinical Psychology
Coping with political stress, eco-stress, work, family and relational stress are some of my specialties.
16 Years Experience
In-Person in Washington, DC 20016
Online in Washington, D.C.
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Dr. Sarah Arango
Psychologist, PhD
Stress is a normal part of life—but when it starts to feel constant or unmanageable, it can take a toll on your mood, sleep, focus, and relationships. When stress takes over, it can feel like you’re running on autopilot—always busy but never truly present. In therapy, we’ll explore what’s driving the pressure, set boundaries that support your energy, and create sustainable routines that help you breathe again. Small changes can make a big difference in how you move through the day. Together, we’ll work toward a calmer, more centered version of your daily life where you feel more in control and at ease.
9 Years Experience
In-Person in Washington, DC
Online in Washington, D.C.
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Cindy Haines, Psy.D
Psychologist, Psy.D
Chronic stress can take a toll on both your mental and physical health, leading to anxiety, burnout, and a reduced quality of life. At Stress & Anxiety Services, we help individuals manage and reduce stress through evidence-based approaches tailored to each person's needs. Our treatment includes: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Identifying and changing the negative thought patterns that contribute to stress. Mindfulness and Relaxation Techniques: Teaching strategies to calm the mind and regulate the body’s stress response. Time Management and Problem-Solving Skills: Helping you better manage your workload and responsibilities to reduce stress. Stress Management Training: Developing long-term habits for handling stress effectively. Through secure telehealth services, we offer the support you need to regain control over stress and live a more balanced, fulfilling life.
24 Years Experience
Online in Washington, D.C. (Online Only)
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Ashley Alderette
Psychologist, PsyD
I work with clients who feel overwhelmed by constant pressure, competing demands, or the need to hold everything together. Using structured, evidence-based approaches, I help you understand your stress patterns, develop healthier coping strategies, and regain a sense of balance and control. My goal is to help you move through life’s demands with greater ease, clarity, and confidence.
3 Years Experience
In-Person in Washington, DC 20006
Online in Washington, D.C.