Therapists in Washington, D.C.
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Ayden Ferstenberg
Psychologist, PsyD
I am a licensed psychologist specializing in individual therapy, couples therapy, and sex therapy. I work best with thoughtful, self-aware individuals and couples who might understand themselves and their patterns, but still find themselves stuck in ways they can’t seem to change. In individual therapy, I help you move beyond insight alone to understand the deeper emotional patterns that keep you repeating what you already know you want to change, while developing practical ways to respond differently. In couples therapy, I help partners move beyond repeatedly having the same arguments or understanding each other’s perspectives without actually feeling more connected, so they can create new ways of relating, communicating, and experiencing intimacy. My approach combines practical tools with deeper experiential work to create meaningful, lasting change. Whether you’re struggling in your relationship, feeling disconnected from yourself or your sexuality, navigating the effects of trauma, or simply tired of knowing what you “should” do without being able to do it, I offer a warm, honest, and deeply engaged space to help you get unstuck.
5 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Johanna Isaacs
Psychologist, Psy.D., PsyPACT Participant
Do you find yourself gripped by worry and struggling to get enough things done in a day, no matter what you do? You may be fed up with your endless to-do list that never gets done, feeling guilty that you are not good enough. You might not even remember a time things didn't feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you're ready for some relief. You're ready to make choices in your life that line up with what is important to you. You're ready to learn new skills to feel calm everyday. Most of all, you're ready to embrace who you are and enjoy your life.
15 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Center of Northern Virginia
Psychologist, PhD
Expert cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for over 25 years.
26 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Dr. Caroline Hicks
Psychologist, PhD, LP
You deserve a space where you don’t have to explain or shrink who you are. I work from a queer-affirming, trans-affirming, and trauma-informed lens to support individuals navigating identity, transition, relationships, and major life changes. Many of my clients come in feeling overwhelmed, disconnected from their authenticity, or unsure of the next step. Together we create space to slow down, explore, and reconnect with yourself.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in empowerment. Whether you're questioning, in transition, or working through old patterns, I’m here to support you in building a life that feels aligned with your truth. Therapy with me isn’t about “fixing” you. It’s about helping you feel seen, grounded, and understood.
9 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Molly Rosenstein
Counselor/Therapist, LPC
The decision to pursue therapy can be a difficult one and I honor that decision by creating a warm, comfortable, and non-judgmental environment where clients can feel safe to explore their experiences, emotions, and behavioral patterns. I prioritize working at a pace that feels comfortable for each individual client as I understand that being vulnerable, self-reflecting and revisiting difficult experiences can be new and overwhelming.
Chronic life stressors and sudden changes can make it challenging to access one’s innate strengths and abilities. I see myself as a guide, helping clients reveal and strengthen their natural abilities as well as develop new skills so that they can flourish and create more meaningful, satisfying and unburdened lives.
5 Years Experience
In-Person in Washington, DC 20036
Online in Washington, DC
Ashika Dickerson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC
At On Mental Health Matters, I believe that exceptional mental health care is built on trust, compassion, and individualized treatment. My goal is to create a welcoming, judgment-free environment where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to take meaningful steps toward lasting emotional wellness.
I'm passionate about caring for the whole person, and I understand how daunting seeking mental healthcare can be. With more than 25 years of healthcare experience and advanced training as a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I provide evidence-based medication management and supportive psychotherapy tailored to your unique needs. Rather than offering a one-size-fits-all approach, I take the time to understand your story, identify the root causes of your symptoms, and develop a treatment plan that aligns with your goals, values, and lifestyle.
1 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Dr. Anita Gadhia-Smith
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, PsyD, LICSW, LCSW-C
Therapy is a journey through which find our authentic selves and become the best we can be. I believe that through therapy, profound and lasting positive change can occur. My approach is to meet you where you are and help you to move toward your goals, overcome obstacles, and achieve maximum growth.
28 Years Experience
In-Person in Washington, DC 20007
Online in Washington, DC
Bold Expressions Therapy
Psychologist, Psy.D.
As a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, a trauma survivor, and someone with a chronic pain disorder; I approach the work that I do from a place of empathy and personal understanding. I have an intense passion for understanding personal identity and the way race, culture, class, and sexuality come together to form what we believe about ourselves and what we feel we can accomplish in our lives. Anxiety and trauma can live in our bodies - together we will create a relationship that fosters dynamic and lasting growth, tapping into undiscovered reserves of resiliency that will help navigate the past and prepare for a more hopeful future.
6 Years Experience
In-Person in Washington, DC 20008
Online in Washington, DC
Fox and Owl Psychotherapy
Therapist
We aim to provide support for those looking for guidance around their sexuality, gender, relationship structure, religious trauma, and/or their relationship with their body, all while centering the impact that race, ethnicity, size, age, socioeconomic status, and other factors can have on those areas.
6 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Greg Welikson
Psychologist, PhD
You're a high-achieving professional and a devoted parent —but you feel burned out, perpetually juggling roles, and disconnected from your own life. I help you gain the clarity and structure needed to set authentic boundaries, rediscover your personal identity, and finally manage your complex life with peace and presence.
9 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Dr. Kristyn Neckles
Psychologist, Psy.D.
You may be successful, capable, and accustomed to handling a lot, yet still find yourself feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, anxious, or simply tired of holding everything together. Perhaps you are navigating burnout, relationship challenges, grief, trauma, a major life transition, or the pressure of being the person others consistently depend on.
I work with adults and couples who want more than a place to simply talk. Together, we make sense of the patterns keeping you stuck, strengthen the tools you already possess, and develop practical strategies for meaningful and lasting change. My approach is warm, collaborative, culturally responsive, and gently direct, with therapy tailored to your experiences, values, relationships, and goals.
You do not have to wait until life is falling apart to seek support. Therapy can also be a space to pause, gain clarity, strengthen your relationships, reconnect with yourself, and decide how you want to move forward. My goal is to help you move beyond simply managing life toward living with greater intention, connection, and resilience.
12 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Karen J. Osterle
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSSA, LICSW
I serve individuals and couples in the Dupont Circle and Downtown Washington, DC, area, including the locally-based international community, helping people to find and/or reconnect with what gives life meaning and fulfillment.
25 Years Experience
In-Person in Washington, DC 20036
Online in Washington, DC
Dr. Jason Wang, Inflection Points Therapy
Psychologist, PhD
Transitions in life and work can bring both possibility and uncertainty. You may be preparing for a new chapter, weighing an important personal, career, or financial decision, or struggling with a sense of being stuck. You may also be considering how to create a life that feels more fulfilling, sustainable, and aligned with your values. The decisions you make and circumstances you face during such periods can meaningfully shape what comes next. Although these moments can be stressful, they can also invite deeper reflection on identity, relationships, mental health, and how you want to live. You do not have to work through them alone.
8 Years Experience
In-Person in Washington, DC 20036
Online in Washington, DC
Meghan McGinn
Psychologist, PhD
"How did we get here?" you wonder, as you and your partner fall into another version of the same argument you've been having for years. No matter what you've tried, you can't seem to get out of this negative pattern, and you feel more resentful and distant each time it comes up. You need an experienced couple therapist with a nuanced understanding of the contributing factors to your relationship struggles. If you are a couple navigating ADHD, Autism, OCD, or other forms of neurodivergence in your relationship, Dr. McGinn at Have the Talk Counseling, PLLC has the exact expertise to help.
13 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Maria Jose Rendon
Psychologist, Ph.D.
You're good at what you do. You're that friend or family member that people reach out to for advice. You are the one that keeps things running for everyone else. And yet, you are reaching burnout, putting up with an inner critic that constantly questions whether everything you do is enough. If you are looking to build a more sustainable relationship with your work, connect with me. I support high-achieving professionals navigating imposter syndrome, burnout, and work/life balance.
Many of my clients are first-generation professionals, or professionals at multilateral development orgs (e.g., the World Bank, IDB, IMF) and the government, facing career disruption. I work with late-diagnosed ADHD, autistic, and OCD adults exhausted from masking and ready to understand themselves without pathologizing who they are.
I believe clear goals and measurable progress are a form of respect for your time and your struggle. That's why I offer structure and a goal-oriented framework through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approaches, delivered entirely through secure video sessions. As an immigrant and first-generation professional myself, I offer a space to build genuine self-understanding, practical skills, and the confidence to advocate for yourself, in English or Spanish, wherever you are.
9 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Dr. Julien Perille
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Navigating life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, and seeking therapy is a meaningful and courageous step. In our confidential work together, we’ll create a supportive space to explore your experiences with openness and curiosity—free from judgment.
My approach is collaborative and integrative, drawing from humanistic and interpersonal frameworks while incorporating evidence-based interventions such as mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and clinical hypnosis.
I specialize in the treatment of anxiety disorders and offer Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), with the goal of helping you build resilience, develop effective coping strategies, and move toward greater well-being.
12 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Lauro Guzman
Counselor/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Mr. Guzman has over 24 years experience as a clinical social worker and has previously worked in various clinical settings including in hospital systems, and inpatient mental health facilities, and as a therapist with immigration and customs enforcement. He has worked as a clinical therapist for fourteen years, and has been in private practice as a psychotherapist since 2017.
9 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Chibby Efuribe
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
I'm dedicated to helping you feel more focused, less overwhelmed, and emotionally balanced. I work with teens and adults who are managing ADHD, anxiety, depression, and stress-related challenges. My goal is to help you gain control of your thoughts, improve daily functioning, and feel more confident in yourself and your future.
15 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Leah Taylor
Psychologist, PsyD
Dr. Leah Taylor is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (Psy.D.) specializing in evidence-based care for trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and relationship dynamics. Trained at Nova Southeastern University with specialized pre- and post-doctoral fellowship experience within the Department of Veterans Affairs, Dr. Taylor brings advanced expertise in gold-standard therapies. She works with adults across all PSYPACT-participating states via secure telehealth. Dr. Taylor’s approach combines rigorous, science-backed treatment with a collaborative, compassionate, and flexible environment—tailoring every protocol to meet each client's unique values and goals so they can achieve meaningful, lasting change.
7 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Amanda Shrekenhamer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC
*I am currently accepting new clients*
I’m glad you are here. Reaching out to find support can be the hardest step. I can be difficult to know how to move forward in your personal life, work, or academics when fear, anxiety, or depression are making you feel stuck.
I often find that when one hits a crossroad in their life, it can sometimes bring stress, but also has the capacity to create growth and resilience. Whether it’s experiencing overwhelming feelings of loneliness, trying to find your footing as a parent, coping with a difficult boss or colleague, or navigating the loss of a relationship, having a nonjudgmental and supportive space to work on areas of growth can make all of the difference.
I believe that positive change most readily occurs when the right balance of accountability and self compassion is achieved. To that end, I strive to create a safe and welcoming environment where you can truly feel supported.
16 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC (Online Only)
Washington, D.C. therapists Statistics
Therapists in Washington, D.C. average 16 years of experience and charge around $213 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (80%), Depression (65%), and Stress (53%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$213
Accept insurance
39%
Offer sliding scale
31%
Gender ID
| 66% |
Female |
|
| 31% |
Male |
|
| 2% |
Non-Binary |
|
| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
|
Session Type
| 55% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 45% |
Online Only |
|
Top Specialties
| 80% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 65% | Depression |
| 53% | Stress |
| 49% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 42% | Self Esteem |
| 41% | Loss or Grief |
| 36% | Social Anxiety |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 68% | Young Adult |
| 49% | Senior |
| 38% | Teen |
| 16% | Children |
Client Focus
| 50% | Women |
| 37% | LGBTQ+ |
| 35% | Men |
| 22% | Military / Veterans |
| 22% | Black / African American |