Self Esteem Therapists in Washington, DC

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The Mind Center LLC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20036
Our speciality is testing and therapy services for ADHD, Dyslexia, Learning Disabilities, Gifted, IEP and 504 Plans, special needs, autism, trauma, depression, anxiety, self esteem issues, and more.
We provide top-notch psycho-educational evaluations and therapy services, with no long wait time. We understand the challenges you face when navigating your child's academic and emotional needs. Our services are designed pinpoint your child's strengths and areas of improvement. Our mission? To team up with parents, their kids, and schools, creating a dynamic trio that supports every child in becoming their own hero with tailored intervention strategies. We believe in turning challenges into triumphs and question marks into exclamation points. Our approach is thorough, evidence-based, and action-oriented.
Our speciality is testing and therapy services for ADHD, Dyslexia, Learning Disabilities, Gifted, IEP and 504 Plans, special needs, autism, trauma, depression, anxiety, self esteem issues, and more.
We provide top-notch psycho-educational evaluations and therapy services, with no long wait time. We understand the challenges you face when navigating your child's academic and emotional needs. Our services are designed pinpoint your child's strengths and areas of improvement. Our mission? To team up with parents, their kids, and schools, creating a dynamic trio that supports every child in becoming their own hero with tailored intervention strategies. We believe in turning challenges into triumphs and question marks into exclamation points. Our approach is thorough, evidence-based, and action-oriented.
(866) 696-4751 View (866) 696-4751
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Lina Assad Cates
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20002
Not accepting new clients
I see my role as an advocate. With a strong belief in human resilience, I work with individuals and couples who feel stuck and limited by life's challenges. By developing a safe and collaborative relationship with my clients, I empower them to find the strength within themselves to live their lives fully and authentically. I specialize in healing from traumatic experiences and addressing issues related to anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and low self-esteem.
I see my role as an advocate. With a strong belief in human resilience, I work with individuals and couples who feel stuck and limited by life's challenges. By developing a safe and collaborative relationship with my clients, I empower them to find the strength within themselves to live their lives fully and authentically. I specialize in healing from traumatic experiences and addressing issues related to anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and low self-esteem.
(202) 905-0688 View (202) 905-0688
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Claire Connolly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20036
I am a board-certified psychotherapist. In my practice I provide psychotherapy to adults, couples, and older adolescents, using psychoanalytic psychotherapy and analytical psychology. It is my goal to create a warm and supportive environment in which to work with my clients to heal relational wounds and other forms of trauma. I support clients in their process to gain deeper self-understanding and to foster personal growth through self-compassion. Together we can explore new ways of understanding old patterns of behavior.
I am a board-certified psychotherapist. In my practice I provide psychotherapy to adults, couples, and older adolescents, using psychoanalytic psychotherapy and analytical psychology. It is my goal to create a warm and supportive environment in which to work with my clients to heal relational wounds and other forms of trauma. I support clients in their process to gain deeper self-understanding and to foster personal growth through self-compassion. Together we can explore new ways of understanding old patterns of behavior.
(202) 968-2303 View (202) 968-2303
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Lara Edelstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20005  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I am a licensed clinical social worker in Washington, DC specializing in the treatment of eating disorders, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, adjustment disorders, and relationship problems. I have experience working with a diverse client population in college counseling and in Intensive Outpatient and Partial Hospitalization levels of care.
I am a licensed clinical social worker in Washington, DC specializing in the treatment of eating disorders, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, adjustment disorders, and relationship problems. I have experience working with a diverse client population in college counseling and in Intensive Outpatient and Partial Hospitalization levels of care.
(202) 931-7790 View (202) 931-7790
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Antoine L. Crosby
Psychologist, PhD, PSYPACT
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20005
Not accepting new clients
Affirmative Spaces specializes in providing psychotherapy to LGBTQ+ people of color and other marginalized groups. In treatment I utilize a culturally informed approach and strive to create a space where you are free to be your unapologetic authentic self, and ensure your experiences are honored, affirmed, and handled with care. Additionally, I utilize a theoretical approach that explores the influence of early relationships on current functioning. In each therapy relationship I collaborate with clients to gain insight to your unique experiences and how these experiences contribute to current distress experienced.
Affirmative Spaces specializes in providing psychotherapy to LGBTQ+ people of color and other marginalized groups. In treatment I utilize a culturally informed approach and strive to create a space where you are free to be your unapologetic authentic self, and ensure your experiences are honored, affirmed, and handled with care. Additionally, I utilize a theoretical approach that explores the influence of early relationships on current functioning. In each therapy relationship I collaborate with clients to gain insight to your unique experiences and how these experiences contribute to current distress experienced.
(202) 866-2161 View (202) 866-2161
Brian Armstrong
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20006  (Online Only)
I am a gay psychotherapist, and enjoy and have had success working with both LGBTq and heterosexual adult clients. A warm and supportive environment allows for the gradual development of a professional relationship between client and therapist that can provide an important basis for their work together. Individuals often come into my practice dealing with feelings of depression and anxiety, as well as the impact of trauma, that affect both their ability to have a positive self-image and sense of identity, and to move ahead in their life. I support a client around reducing these blocks in their life.
I am a gay psychotherapist, and enjoy and have had success working with both LGBTq and heterosexual adult clients. A warm and supportive environment allows for the gradual development of a professional relationship between client and therapist that can provide an important basis for their work together. Individuals often come into my practice dealing with feelings of depression and anxiety, as well as the impact of trauma, that affect both their ability to have a positive self-image and sense of identity, and to move ahead in their life. I support a client around reducing these blocks in their life.
(202) 759-8326 View (202) 759-8326
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Amelia Bigesby—Kids & Adults. Build coping skills.
Counselor, MS, LGPC
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20005  (Online Only)
Do you or your child struggle with anxiety, depression, or ADHD? Do you have difficulty building healthy relationships or experience intrusive thoughts? In therapy, you can build coping skills and get practical help for anxiety, self-esteem, depression, relationships, and more. Difficult experiences in your past or mental health struggles in the present don't have to dictate your future. We will work to equip you with the internal resources that you need to thrive. Reach out to me today to learn more about therapy. You can develop new thinking patterns and behaviors that promote positive coping. I am looking forward to helping!
Do you or your child struggle with anxiety, depression, or ADHD? Do you have difficulty building healthy relationships or experience intrusive thoughts? In therapy, you can build coping skills and get practical help for anxiety, self-esteem, depression, relationships, and more. Difficult experiences in your past or mental health struggles in the present don't have to dictate your future. We will work to equip you with the internal resources that you need to thrive. Reach out to me today to learn more about therapy. You can develop new thinking patterns and behaviors that promote positive coping. I am looking forward to helping!
(202) 978-6206 View (202) 978-6206
Metropolitan Family Connect PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LICSW-C
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20036  (Online Only)
Are you having a hard time dealing with the struggles and adversity in your life? Do you have a difficult time handling stressful situation and anxious moments? Are you in need of someone to speak one but are unable to articulate your feelings? If so, then perhaps therapy or some combination of different approaches might be right for you! We offer supportive and non - judgmental spaces to provide a client centered and strength based session. Our areas of expertise include: experiencing loss, depression, trauma, anger management, anxiety, low self esteem, medical and other mental health behavioral health challenges.
Are you having a hard time dealing with the struggles and adversity in your life? Do you have a difficult time handling stressful situation and anxious moments? Are you in need of someone to speak one but are unable to articulate your feelings? If so, then perhaps therapy or some combination of different approaches might be right for you! We offer supportive and non - judgmental spaces to provide a client centered and strength based session. Our areas of expertise include: experiencing loss, depression, trauma, anger management, anxiety, low self esteem, medical and other mental health behavioral health challenges.
(202) 519-1238 View (202) 519-1238
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Thea Van Hemert
Pre-Licensed Professional, LGPC
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20006  (Online Only)
This means they are better equipped to manage depression, anxiety, relationships, self esteem, grief, transitions and more.
Clients work with me to learn to form a positive relationships, manage overwhelm, adjust to marriage, process guilt and shame, process and cope with trauma, explore their identities, navigate family and relationship stress, address decreased interest or sleep challenges. We'll use solution-focused, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma informed care and cognitive behavioral frameworks to improve communication, regulate mood, implement new behaviors and decrease symptoms of anxiety, PTSD, depression, ADHD and more. We'll explore and understand your thoughts, behaviors, relationship and mood patterns and make incremental change.
This means they are better equipped to manage depression, anxiety, relationships, self esteem, grief, transitions and more.
Clients work with me to learn to form a positive relationships, manage overwhelm, adjust to marriage, process guilt and shame, process and cope with trauma, explore their identities, navigate family and relationship stress, address decreased interest or sleep challenges. We'll use solution-focused, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma informed care and cognitive behavioral frameworks to improve communication, regulate mood, implement new behaviors and decrease symptoms of anxiety, PTSD, depression, ADHD and more. We'll explore and understand your thoughts, behaviors, relationship and mood patterns and make incremental change.
(202) 860-1323 View (202) 860-1323
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Sandra L Francis
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20037
Not accepting new clients
Hi! I'm a psychologist who has lived in the Washington DC area for nearly thirty years. I know that life in this region can be stressful, with traffic, high-pressure jobs, and interpersonal demands. I help people find ways to cope with these pressures and life's many challenges, including relationship concerns, self-esteem issues, self-defeating behaviors, emotional reactivity, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and life transitions. I believe that a therapeutic relationship offering confidentiality, safety, respect, curiosity, and a little humor, provides the most fertile soil for self exploration, healing, and growth.
Hi! I'm a psychologist who has lived in the Washington DC area for nearly thirty years. I know that life in this region can be stressful, with traffic, high-pressure jobs, and interpersonal demands. I help people find ways to cope with these pressures and life's many challenges, including relationship concerns, self-esteem issues, self-defeating behaviors, emotional reactivity, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and life transitions. I believe that a therapeutic relationship offering confidentiality, safety, respect, curiosity, and a little humor, provides the most fertile soil for self exploration, healing, and growth.
(202) 831-0310 View (202) 831-0310
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Kit MacLean
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20036
Life is a journey, and often we get lost along the way. Psychotherapy is a transformative process that helps you to locate your internal compass, so that you can live a more fulfilling and productive life; navigate difficult periods and transitions; and ultimately feel more comfortable in your own skin. As a clinical psychologist, I have years of experience and training working with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, career obstacles, self-esteem, family discord, grief and loss, defeating patterns of behavior, and the process of coming to terms with difficult and traumatic life situations.
Life is a journey, and often we get lost along the way. Psychotherapy is a transformative process that helps you to locate your internal compass, so that you can live a more fulfilling and productive life; navigate difficult periods and transitions; and ultimately feel more comfortable in your own skin. As a clinical psychologist, I have years of experience and training working with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, career obstacles, self-esteem, family discord, grief and loss, defeating patterns of behavior, and the process of coming to terms with difficult and traumatic life situations.
(202) 517-8329 View (202) 517-8329
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Tiffany Bufort-Odom
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC, CCTP, ACS
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20036  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Gabby Douglas said it best "Hard days are the best because that's when champions are made." Are you struggling with managing daily stressors? Have you gone through a traumatic event and are ready to take back your power? Are you noticing a disconnect between you and your child? Therapy provides a place for you to work on your healing process. It's a powerful and rewarding journey. Remember, your life is your canvas, and you are the masterpiece. If you are ready for this next step, I would be honored to be a part of your journey.
Gabby Douglas said it best "Hard days are the best because that's when champions are made." Are you struggling with managing daily stressors? Have you gone through a traumatic event and are ready to take back your power? Are you noticing a disconnect between you and your child? Therapy provides a place for you to work on your healing process. It's a powerful and rewarding journey. Remember, your life is your canvas, and you are the masterpiece. If you are ready for this next step, I would be honored to be a part of your journey.
(202) 740-9499 View (202) 740-9499
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Carrie Tiller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20036
My approach is geared towards helping clients make choices and relate to others in ways that reinforce their feelings of autonomy, fulfillment, and peace. We engage to explore current situations and the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and then develop strategies to help better manage situations or make decisions. Strategies we explore may include short term action plans as well as longer term resilience building to manage ongoing challenges. I will work with clients to develop new ways of interpreting difficulties, understanding others, and communicating that are in line with their own values and hopes.
My approach is geared towards helping clients make choices and relate to others in ways that reinforce their feelings of autonomy, fulfillment, and peace. We engage to explore current situations and the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and then develop strategies to help better manage situations or make decisions. Strategies we explore may include short term action plans as well as longer term resilience building to manage ongoing challenges. I will work with clients to develop new ways of interpreting difficulties, understanding others, and communicating that are in line with their own values and hopes.
(202) 935-7222 View (202) 935-7222
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Akoma Counseling Concepts
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC, NCC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
27 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20005  (Online Only)
We have immediate openings! We specialize in women's issues, stress management, Black mental health, and perinatal mood disorders. We also specialize in depression, anxiety, trauma, work related stress, self esteem, race related issues, fertility issues, pregnancy/ infant loss, and postpartum depression. We offer flexible hours with evening availability online. We have a client centered approach to help you feel relief and control. Our goal is to help you better manage the thoughts that keep you up at night, your life stress, and mental health issues. Members of our treatment team are looking forward to help you!
We have immediate openings! We specialize in women's issues, stress management, Black mental health, and perinatal mood disorders. We also specialize in depression, anxiety, trauma, work related stress, self esteem, race related issues, fertility issues, pregnancy/ infant loss, and postpartum depression. We offer flexible hours with evening availability online. We have a client centered approach to help you feel relief and control. Our goal is to help you better manage the thoughts that keep you up at night, your life stress, and mental health issues. Members of our treatment team are looking forward to help you!
(202) 925-8718 View (202) 925-8718
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Samantha Morrell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20009  (Online Only)
Each individual is unique and resilient. My goal in therapy is to find and respect those qualities, and to work together in identifying coping tools that will promote profound and lasting changes. I have been practicing for over ten years. My training has covered trauma-informed care, crisis intervention and psychodynamic therapy. I earned my bachelor's degree in psychology at the University of Maryland and my master's degree in clinical social work at the University of Pennsylvania. I earned my independent clinical social work license in Washington, DC.
Each individual is unique and resilient. My goal in therapy is to find and respect those qualities, and to work together in identifying coping tools that will promote profound and lasting changes. I have been practicing for over ten years. My training has covered trauma-informed care, crisis intervention and psychodynamic therapy. I earned my bachelor's degree in psychology at the University of Maryland and my master's degree in clinical social work at the University of Pennsylvania. I earned my independent clinical social work license in Washington, DC.
(202) 335-5319 View (202) 335-5319
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Jennifer M Pellegrini
Psychologist, MS, PhD
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20036
Waitlist for new clients
For over 35 years, I have helped clients understand and work through a wide variety of life challenges. I provide a safe place and an experienced ear to explore such issues as anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, health problems, self-esteem challenges and career struggles. I also work with many clients on relationship issues, be they couples, marital, family, work or social in nature. My style is warm, sensitive, active, and insightful. I help my clients understand and find solutions to their struggles, while helping them create more healthy, balanced and satisfying lives.
For over 35 years, I have helped clients understand and work through a wide variety of life challenges. I provide a safe place and an experienced ear to explore such issues as anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, health problems, self-esteem challenges and career struggles. I also work with many clients on relationship issues, be they couples, marital, family, work or social in nature. My style is warm, sensitive, active, and insightful. I help my clients understand and find solutions to their struggles, while helping them create more healthy, balanced and satisfying lives.
(202) 688-5345 View (202) 688-5345
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Aaliyah J Muhammad
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, TCYM, EMDR
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20006
Not accepting new clients
Not Accepting New Clients -- With over 10 years of experience working with at risk youth, substance users, trauma survivors, the LGBTQ community, families in conflict, those with interpersonal relationships struggles, work-life balance challenges, grief, depression, and anxiety. Most of the clients I work with seek relief from stress, confusion, feelings associated with grief/loss, low self-esteem, hopelessness, struggles related to change/adjustment, and feelings of stagnation.
Not Accepting New Clients -- With over 10 years of experience working with at risk youth, substance users, trauma survivors, the LGBTQ community, families in conflict, those with interpersonal relationships struggles, work-life balance challenges, grief, depression, and anxiety. Most of the clients I work with seek relief from stress, confusion, feelings associated with grief/loss, low self-esteem, hopelessness, struggles related to change/adjustment, and feelings of stagnation.
(844) 663-7245 View (844) 663-7245
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Daniela Romero
Counselor, MA, LGPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20006  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in issues like Anxiety, Coping Skills, Depression, Domestic Violence, Grief, Life Transitions, Self Esteem, Stress Management, Trauma, PTSD and LGBTIA+ issues.
Are you seeking a compassionate guide to help you navigate life's challenges and discover your unique path to healing and growth? I'm Daniela Romero, a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC) and I'm here to support you on your journey. My therapeutic approach is rooted in empathy, cultural sensitivity, and a commitment to providing a safe, non-judgmental space for individuals and couples. I draw from a range of evidence-based modalities to tailor a treatment plan that suits your specific needs including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy and Attachment Therapy.
I specialize in issues like Anxiety, Coping Skills, Depression, Domestic Violence, Grief, Life Transitions, Self Esteem, Stress Management, Trauma, PTSD and LGBTIA+ issues.
Are you seeking a compassionate guide to help you navigate life's challenges and discover your unique path to healing and growth? I'm Daniela Romero, a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC) and I'm here to support you on your journey. My therapeutic approach is rooted in empathy, cultural sensitivity, and a commitment to providing a safe, non-judgmental space for individuals and couples. I draw from a range of evidence-based modalities to tailor a treatment plan that suits your specific needs including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy and Attachment Therapy.
(202) 410-5498 View (202) 410-5498
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Noelle Stabler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20009  (Online Only)
Using a non-judgmental, empathic, and warm approach, I like to meet each client where they are at and utilize the modalities that best suit their needs. I believe that by creating a safe space to feel heard and understood, the therapeutic relationship can foster increased self-awareness, acceptance, and personal growth in many ways. I enjoy working with women, including college/graduate students and young adults. I have experience treating anxiety, depression, women’s issues, body image/self-esteem issues, relationship issues/insecure attachment and managing life stressors and transitions.
Using a non-judgmental, empathic, and warm approach, I like to meet each client where they are at and utilize the modalities that best suit their needs. I believe that by creating a safe space to feel heard and understood, the therapeutic relationship can foster increased self-awareness, acceptance, and personal growth in many ways. I enjoy working with women, including college/graduate students and young adults. I have experience treating anxiety, depression, women’s issues, body image/self-esteem issues, relationship issues/insecure attachment and managing life stressors and transitions.
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Kris O'Shee, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MFA, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20016
I think of therapy as a way of freeing ourselves from the obstacles which prevent us from moving forward in our lives. Frequently these obstacles present themselves to us in the challenges of the outer world--in problems at work, in difficult relationships, in adapting to life changes, or in the sudden impact of a traumatic event. And sometimes what stands in the way of our freedom and happiness lies within us, as negative thought patterns, conflicting or confusing emotions, and unexpressed feelings--all of which can result in depression, anxiety, chronic illness, low self esteem--burdens we often carry alone.
I think of therapy as a way of freeing ourselves from the obstacles which prevent us from moving forward in our lives. Frequently these obstacles present themselves to us in the challenges of the outer world--in problems at work, in difficult relationships, in adapting to life changes, or in the sudden impact of a traumatic event. And sometimes what stands in the way of our freedom and happiness lies within us, as negative thought patterns, conflicting or confusing emotions, and unexpressed feelings--all of which can result in depression, anxiety, chronic illness, low self esteem--burdens we often carry alone.
(202) 213-5505 View (202) 213-5505
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