I am a Harvard-trained, Harvard-affiliated, board-certified child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist. I strongly believe that the best psychiatric care is centered on the whole person, not just on a diagnosis or a specific medication. I provide weekly therapy and work with patients to determine if medications can be of help. I do not believe that everyone needs a medication, but they can be useful in treating particular psychiatric symptoms; I will work with you in order to find the best treatm...
I am a licensed psychotherapist who specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness and somatic (body) based therapy. I enjoy working with young adults by supporting them find meaning and agency in their lives and understand the multitude of stressors we are collectively facing. I view the therapeutic process as collaborative and especially like to work with clients who are willing to engage I the process of growth and transformation....
Hello, I'm Cheryl. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor in the District of Columbia, I bring 23 years of experience in the field of mental health to our sessions. My goal is to create an open and safe environment where your thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I believe that taking the first step toward seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage, and I am here to support you in that process. I specialize in ...
This process of being and becoming that we engage with as humans can simultaneously be both beautiful and incredibly challenging. The decision to take part in therapy can begin a transformative process that allows you to develop greater insight as well as ignite necessary behavioral changes. This can help promote greater well-being, vitality, healing, growth, resiliency, and self-actualization. There is perhaps no greater gift to give yourself than to invest in a process of self-exploration. Suc...
Hello, I'm Robert, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Virginia and Washington, D.C. I have extensive experience in family and child welfare, specifically in helping with family conflicts, trauma, abuse, and parenting issues. Additionally, I work with individuals dealing with anxiety and depression, among other challenges such as anger management, OCD, stress, intimate and romantic relationships, sex and intimacy issues, and grief or bereavement. My therapeutic philosophy centers around...
Hello, I'm Robyn, and I'm glad you're here. As an experienced mental health clinician, I believe in a strengths-based, collaborative approach to therapy. My goal is to work alongside you, leveraging your strengths to help you navigate life's challenges and achieve your personal goals. With a demonstrated history in the mental health care industry, education, military, courts, and medical fields, including international service, I bring a wealth of experience to our sessions. I am skilled in Cogn...
Hello, I'm Ayika. In our individual sessions, we will begin to address your current mental well-being; evaluate thinking patterns born out of habit, conditioning, or survival; and discuss sustainable skills to face the days ahead with resilience. My approach is rooted in understanding and transforming these patterns to help you navigate life's challenges with strength and confidence. I specialize in areas such as addiction, depression, grief and bereavement, LGBTQIA+ support, life transitions, i...
My style of therapy would be considered eclectic although I rely heavily on psychodynamic approaches, family systems thinking as well brief solutions focused therapy. I sometimes incorporate the expressive arts into my work with clients (especially writing as healing). I'm a therapist with Octave and Evernorth Behavioral Care Group. Octave is a mental health practice providing high-quality care covered by multiple insurances. Evernorth Behavioral Care Group is a behavioral health provider gro...
I spent the last seven years working with various hospitals, clinics, and schools conducting research on children with ADHD, their families, and various sleep variables and environmental factors of influence. I am a soon to be retired commissioned officer for the Army who has worked directly with veterans, service members, and their families for over a decade. Additionally, I've proven critical to the development of initiatives and collaborations that are in sync with the Army’s Holistic Heal...
Hello, I'm Dr. Erica Featherson, and I'm here to support you on your journey to mental wellness. With a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology and as a Licensed Psychologist in both DC and Maryland, I bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to our sessions. My approach is integrative and systems-oriented, meaning I tailor my methods to fit your unique needs, whether you're an individual, part of a family, or in a group setting. I specialize in working with trauma, depression, and anxiety, but ...
Hello, I'm Kim. As a therapist, I am warm, caring, open, encouraging, and direct. I consider myself an active therapist, combining my experience, education, creativity, and a sense of humor with a down-to-earth, realistic approach to counseling. I graduated from Howard University with an MSW in 1993 and have been fortunate to focus my practice on empowering individuals, couples, and families to overcome personal obstacles and improve their relationships with themselves, others, and society. ...
Hi, I'm Emilee and I am glad you are here! I am an eating disorder dietitian providing compassionate and comprehensive care to individuals struggling with eating disorders, disordered eating, and body image concerns. I work with folks who experience some of the following: - Feeling tired of starting a new diet - Experiencing shame & guilt around food - Folks who are wanting a more accepting relationship with their natural body size - Are in eating disorder recovery or struggling with dis...
Mindful Therapy Collective was founded to provide a safe space for individuals to mindfully heal, grow, and achieve their goals. We understand the importance of finding the best fit for you and are here to support you on your journey and navigate it together. Therapy at our practice is centered around trust, empathy, and collaboration. We view clients as the experts of their own lives and use tools and techniques that will help you reach your fullest potential. Our practice is made up of highly ...
Hello! I'm Valerie, and I have over 25 years of experience as a licensed clinician in the District of Columbia. I offer primarily individual psychotherapy for adults ages 25 and older who want to address symptoms of depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, stress, grief, and/or anger. My approach to therapy is rooted in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, from a person-centered foundation, with a holistic perspective. This means I focus on helping you gain insight into the underlying emotional and menta...
Supporting, encouraging, and comforting others has been an integral part of my journey, leading me on a path to a rich and rewarding career as a clinical social worker. I am passionate about supporting individuals to reach their behavioral health, relational and spiritual goals! I have a special interest in working with women who are seeking support for depression, anxiety, trauma, loss, and grief (relationships, miscarriage, death of a loved one), low self-esteem, parenting, establishing health...
Brickel and Associates, LLC is a private psychotherapy practice in Old Town Alexandria, Virginia. Our counselors serve individual adolescents and adults, couples, families and groups, under the direction of Robyn E. Brickel, MA, LMFT. We are dedicated to helping our patients or clients make and maintain positive changes in their lives. We bring a positive, proactive approach to therapy, helping clients achieve greater self-esteem, build healthier relationships, and make the emotional, cogniti...
I look forward to working with you. My name is Danielle and I am a licensed clinical psychologist. I have found my passion in connecting young adults with the tools and resources necessary to live more balanced and fulfilled lives. If you are interested in changing old patterns, addressing present issues, and increasing future resilience, I am ready to help. Together we can increase your access to limitless new pathways for healing, growth, and discovery....
College and grad school can be a wild ride—full of highs, lows, and plenty in between. If you’re juggling academic stress, navigating relationships, building self-confidence, or working through tough experiences like grief, trauma, or a loved one’s mental health, I’m here to help. Together, we’ll create a space where you can vent, laugh, and learn new skills to make life feel a little less overwhelming. My practice is inclusive, affirming of all genders and LGBTQIA+ identities, and built around ...
I believe we all grow and heal differently. Sometimes it's through exercise, music, quality time with loved ones or the occasional tv marathon; and sometimes it's through the relationship created in therapy where your whole self can be seen without judgment or shame. I support high schoolers, college & graduate students, and adults dealing with a range of concerns including depression, anxiety, major life & relationship transitions, identity development, as well as those seeking an edge in sport...
Are you working on being successful but something doesn't quite feel right? Are you stressed by trying to balance the demands of college and your entry into career, relationships and...life? So many of us are told to go after our dreams but no one tells us that past traumas, imposter syndrome and self-esteem, and stress can feel like the biggest hindrance no matter how high we excel. But you can overcome those obstacles, and I'm here to help. Let’s work together so instead of only working to loo...