In Person Therapists in Burleith, Washington, DC

You might feel like you're stuck in a rut. You may be wondering how to improve your relationships. Or you just might be looking for some way to feel better. Pro Talk Therapy & Consulting fully embraces diversity and serves individuals and families who are experiencing a variety of life challenges. If you've been thinking about taking the first step, then I'm glad you found us. At Pro Talk Therapy, we are here to take the journey with you.

Being human is hard. You're frustrated or unfulfilled in your relationships, having trouble coping with negative thoughts and feelings, or feeling disconnected from yourself or your goals. While outwardly you may look like you have it all together, internally, you feel isolated, stuck, or insecure. You're often second-guessing, blaming, or criticizing yourself. Being a perfectionist is exhausting and you feel like nothing you do is ever good enough. You struggle with saying no or worry about disappointing others. You can't get out of your own head and you feel weighed down by guilt or shame. You feel alone.

If you are looking for a seasoned, astute, and evidence-based psychologist who can help with anxiety, worry, stress management for high achievers, interpersonal problems, and existential concerns, we might be a good fit. I have over 30 years of psychotherapy, teaching, writing, and presenting experience and am an adjunct professor at Georgetown University. I am also a frequent contributor to the Washington Post. Committed to using the most effective treatments available, I integrate Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with existential approaches, all while building a strong, supportive, and collaborative therapeutic relationship.

People reach out to me for help deepening their self-awareness and overcoming and understanding their anxiety, depression, relationships, low self-esteem, low self-confidence, fear of abandonment & intimacy, writer's block, imposter syndrome, career dissatisfaction, workaholism as well as other challenges. Some want to master difficulties which have plagued them for years. Others are confronting more recent conundrums. All seek more than a bandaid solution. Rather, they are searching for a more nuanced understanding of themselves, their relationships and how they live in the world. Their aim is a more fulfilling life.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist practicing near Dupont Circle in Washington, DC with training from the George Washington University and the Washington Baltimore Center for Psychoanalysis. I have been successful in helping adolescents and adults coping with issues such as stress/anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges alleviate their discomfort. I put a high premium on creating a non-judgmental, safe environment where we can collaboratively explore life patterns that cause pain and sadness as I work to empower patients to establish more positive coping strategies that will lead to lasting relief.

Our connections with ourselves, others, and our communities can bring tremendous joy, meaning, and fulfillment. In contrast, experiences of disconnection and loss can elicit profound anguish. A crucial step toward relief and enduring growth in psychotherapy starts with an affirming connection with your therapist. Beyond the reasons that bring you in, I am committed to listening to your life story and learning about you as a whole, imperfect person who deserves unconditional care and respect. From there, we can identify opportunities to relate to yourself and others in new ways.

Hello! You're here because you have run out of good options to deal with the pain and stress. Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and little motivation, you want to get unstuck! Perhaps it seems like everyone else is in another gear - welcome to DC! Together we will help you deepen awareness of your relationships, career, past, and/or your current crisis. I will work empathically with you so we can both learn how things became difficult and begin to craft a path forward. In session, I emphasize emotion, subjective experience, and authenticity. Please visit my website for more information.

I specialize in using videotherapy to help you reclaim your peace, your motivation, and your confidence. Feeling stressed, stuck, or overwhelmed drains your joy and throws your life off balance. Therapy can help! My style is warm, non-judgmental, and flexible. Having lived in three countries on two continents, I have experienced a wide range of cultural backgrounds and I use that experience in therapy. My approach is informed by my research and my constant study of the latest developments and findings on diagnosing and treating behavioral, cognitive, and emotional distress.

Located in Union Market, Washington, DC, I specialize in gender and queer topics. The clients I enjoy working with the most are teens, adults, couples, and families with identities that are often seen as outside of the “typical”: transgender and gender-expansive, queer, blended families, and formerly religious. They are seeking a safe space to process challenges, practice acceptance, gain strength, and secure support, without having to explain their identity, family dynamic, or risk be criticized because of it.

Are you ready to heal, overcome mental health barriers, and make meaningful changes in your life? If you are feeling lost in life, unsatisfied, stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, low motivation, burnout, or unhappy and want to find a safe, inviting, and welcoming space for you to start dedicating time to your own healing, and personal growth, then stop waiting and say hello!

Hi! I’m Alex and I am an Online Therapist. I meet with clients via Zoom or my secure patient portal on Simple Practice for Individual Therapy and Diagnostic Assessments, allowing you to work with me without having to leave your home. It is my intention to help you develop a heightened sense of your own worth and ability to better manage feelings of distress and difficult life-challenges. I will support you in uncovering your inner strength with genuine kindness and compassion. Online Therapy is convenient, effective, and empowering.

I enjoy working with individuals and couples who are curious and hungry for more connection to themselves and others in their lives. When you start therapy, I will talk with you about what brings you to therapy, the life you want to create and what you think holds you back. I will reflect with you on how it feels to be with and collaborate with you on your own thriving. You are likely to display the same intra- and inter-personal patterns with me that enhance or impede your progress in your relationships at work and home. Most of my clients start therapy because of depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties and work challenges.

The most valuable and essential piece in therapy is the connection between the therapist and the client. Without rapport and safety, no meaningful step can be taken towards recovery. In my practice, through loving kindness and empathy, I make it my priority to build a meaningful connection with clients.