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New York City, New York therapist: Kate E. Stephenson, life coach
Stress

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. I am NOT offering therapy—I leave the work of diagnosis and treatment of medical issues to medical professionals. However, coaching can absolutely complement and supplement therapy work; our work together will be therapeutic without being therapy. 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.  
7 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Washington, Washington, D.C. therapist: Maria Jose Rendon, psychologist
Stress

Maria Jose Rendon

Psychologist, Ph.D.
I work with adults under chronic, high-functioning stress, professionals and scientists managing demanding careers who look capable on the outside while running on empty internally. My approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, trained through the Beck Institute, which helps identify what's driving your stress response and build practical, sustainable ways to manage it, rather than just pushing through. Many of my clients are also navigating career disruption, immigration, or the particular pressure of being a first-generation professional. I offer sessions in English or Spanish.  
9 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Washington, Washington, D.C. therapist: Molly Rosenstein, counselor/therapist
Stress

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.  
5 Years Experience
In-Person in Washington, DC 20036
Online in Washington, DC
Washington, Washington, D.C. therapist: Cindy Haines, Psy.D, psychologist
Stress

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.  
25 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Washington, District of Columbia therapist: Douglas LaBier, Ph.D., psychologist
Stress

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.  
54 Years Experience
In-Person in Washington, DC 20015
Online in Washington, DC
Washington, Washington, D.C. therapist: Dr. Lindsay Perrin, psychologist
Stress

Dr. Lindsay Perrin

Psychologist, Ph.D.
Stress is a normal part of life, but when it becomes chronic or overwhelming, it can affect your mood, relationships, physical health, and overall well-being. Whether you're managing work demands, academic pressures, caregiving responsibilities, or major life transitions, therapy can provide a space to better understand your stress and develop healthier ways of coping. Drawing primarily from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and other evidence-based approaches, we'll explore the connections between your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors to identify the patterns that may be contributing to your stress. Together, we'll develop practical strategies to help you feel more balanced, resilient, and equipped to navigate life's challenges with greater confidence.  
14 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Bethesda, Maryland therapist: Amanda Shrekenhamer, licensed professional counselor
Stress

Amanda Shrekenhamer

Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC
Stress can show up in any area of your life. I help my clients find ways to cope with stress in relationships, the workplace, life transitions, and anywhere else it may show up for you. Together in our sessions, we will work on getting to the root of the problem, and come up with practical ways to reduce you stress.  
16 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Silver Spring, Maryland therapist: Alison Huang - Grow Your Mind Psychotherapy, counselor/therapist
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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.  
16 Years Experience
In-Person in Washington, DC
Online in Washington, DC
Santa Fe, New Mexico therapist: Dr. Amanda Roberts, psychologist
Stress

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.  
41 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Nashville, Tennessee therapist: Dr. Jeannine Pablo, psychologist
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Dr. Jeannine Pablo

Psychologist, LP, LCMHC, MLADC
Chronic stress can severely dysregulate the nervous system, leading to physical exhaustion, cognitive fatigue, and clinical burnout. Utilizing evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), and somatic grounding techniques, I help individuals identify their primary systemic stressors and maladaptive coping patterns. Our clinical work focuses on restoring nervous system regulation, establishing rigid professional and personal boundaries, and building resilient cognitive frameworks to manage acute and chronic pressures.  
23 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Dallas, Texas therapist: Lauro Guzman, counselor/therapist
Stress

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.  
9 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Washington, Washington, D.C. therapist: Bold Expressions Therapy, psychologist
Stress

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.  
6 Years Experience
In-Person in Washington, DC 20008
Online in Washington, DC
Washington, Washington, D.C. therapist: Chloe Koutsos, counselor/therapist
Stress

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.  
8 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Washington, Washington, D.C. therapist: Nikita Pion-Klockner, Holistic Therapy, LLC, licensed clinical social worker
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Nikita Pion-Klockner, Holistic Therapy, LLC

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LICSW, LCSW-C
Chronic stress can leave you feeling exhausted, irritable, or disconnected from yourself and your life. I work with stress through a mind–body lens, helping you understand how your nervous system responds to ongoing demands and how stress is held in the body. Therapy supports you in slowing down, restoring regulation, and developing sustainable practices that create resilience, balance, and a deeper sense of calm while navigating daily life.  
19 Years Experience
In-Person in Washington, DC 20009
Online in Washington, DC
Silver Spring, Maryland therapist: Kimberly Turner-Frazier, counselor/therapist
Stress

Kimberly Turner-Frazier

Counselor/Therapist, LCPC, LPC
It’s easy to feel like you’re constantly running on empty while trying to keep up with life’s endless demands. I help you move from a state of 'just surviving' to one where you feel grounded and resilient. We’ll explore the roots of your overwhelm and develop sustainable, empowering boundaries and self-care practices that protect your energy, allowing you to show up for your life with calm and clarity.  
8 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Washington, Washington, D.C. therapist: Karen J. Osterle, licensed clinical social worker
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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.  
25 Years Experience
In-Person in Washington, DC 20036
Online in Washington, DC
Boston, Massachusetts therapist: Laura Silva, LicMHC - Online/Virtual Therapy, counselor/therapist
Stress

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.  
46 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.

Stress therapists in Washington, D.C. Statistics

Stress therapists in Washington, D.C. average 17 years of experience and charge around $210 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (75%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (38%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (36%).

Average years in practice

17 Years Experience

Average cost per session

$210

Accept insurance

38%

Offer sliding scale

36%

Gender ID

68% Female
29% Male
2% Non-Binary
1% Gender Fluid

Session Type

54% In Person and Online
46% Online Only

Top Treatment Approaches

75% Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
38% Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
36% Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian)
35% Psychodynamic Therapy
31% Existential / Humanistic Therapy
29% Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
29% Integrative Therapy

Ages Served

98% Adult
69% Young Adult
54% Senior
39% Teen
20% Children

Client Focus

57% Women
38% Men
36% LGBTQ+
27% Military / Veterans
23% Black / African American