Feminist Therapists in Washington, DC

I work with adolescents and adults of all backgrounds who are looking to make positive changes in their life by gaining greater insight into their past and present. In particular, my focus is work with those in the LGBTQIA community who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, and other struggles either related to or apart from their identities

Have you been questioning your gender identity or sexuality? Or struggling with anxiety, depression, boundaries in relationships, or grief? Have you experienced trauma? Are you on a journey into figuring out neurodivergence? Are you not quite sure what’s wrong? I’m here to work with you. My approach to therapy is eclectic and based on you and your goals. I will work with you as a teammate to identify the things that could be holding you back from the life you want to be living. Together we will identify which direction you want to go and how to get there.

Are you longing for vitality, a sense of choice or self-love/confidence in your life? Are you looking for authenticity, courageous conversations, resonance or deep trust repair in your relationship/s? Are you hoping to find how to live a meaningful and impactful life? I support authentic, compassionate and empowered relating to yourself and others with courageous journeying opening your full expression, connection and power for change. My clients are individuals, partners, co-parents, educators, caregivers or leaders, teams or groups who want to achieve greater trust, connection, resonance, collaboration and systemic resilience.

As a holistic therapist, I work collaboratively with my clients, building on their strengths to help them reach their full potential. With a Masters in both clinical and macro Social Work from New York University, I've been applying my skills to support individuals and organizations since 2006. With extensive international experience, I've worked with diverse people and cultures, fostering a non-judgmental space for each individual to share their unique story.

Keeping up appearances is getting harder. Stress, obligations, and worries are taking their toll. Between the many obligations you have, these days there's not much left over for you and it's getting harder to just brush it off and keep going. You wish there was a way to feel more like yourself, reconnect with the people you care about, and maybe even sleep better again. When was the last time you really felt your best? It's starting to feel like it's time to take the next step to take care of YOU now. To be able to really feel inside what you work so hard to show everyone on the outside.

I work with create space for BIPOC, AAPI, Latinx, LGBTQ+ (diverse) clients to process their experiences and identify ways to advocate for themselves and manage the impact of their experiences. We'll identify cognitive, emotional and behavioral patterns and your strengths as we work to alleviate or eliminate sex or intimacy related challenges, identity related distress, anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, pressure or overwhelm, discrimination or privilege, shame, transitions, self-esteem and more. We'll work to manage or reduce the adverse impact relationships and experiences on current cognitive, emotional and behavioural functioning.

Currently accepting new clients at DuBois Psychological and Consulting Services (DPCS). All therapy services are provided virtually, some evaluations require in-person appointments. We strive to create a warm and inviting experience for every client that we see. Are you stressed, anxious, or sad and not feeling like yourself lately? Are you ready to heal your relationship with food and improve your body image? Are you an individual or part of a team and want to perform better under pressure? Let us help you reach your full potential.

Accepting new clients! As a therapist my goal is to serve as a guide to help you uncover your truth and empower you to live a full and expansive life. At Barth Therapy, I center QTPOC clients with the frameworks of collective liberation and love.  I work with clients around issues related to grief and loss, isolation, burnout, family dynamics, friends and relationships, and self and identity. The work we will do collaboratively will require vulnerability, awareness, and trust in the process as well as yourself.

We know how difficult it can be to find and start with a new therapist. We strive to make this transition seamless for you & like to partner with you to develop your goals. CCH is in-network with CareFirst/BlueCross plans. It is the mission of our group to ensure that high quality and compassionate mental health care is accessible, affordable, and affirming. Our clinicians are justice-oriented therapists who prioritize our client’s safety and view them as the expert in their own life. We are here to be supportive. Our therapists genuinely like the folks they serve and bring curiosity and compassion to sessions.

I have over 13 years experience working with both adolescents and adults. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, and other relationship related challenges. I have a level 1 and level 2 trauma certificate from the Ferentz institute and work with both childhood and adult trauma. I am also an Internal Family Systems Certified Therapist. Though trauma is my speciality, I have experience with a wide range of mental health issues.

Dr. Monique Walker, LMFT understands the unique healing path necessary to overcome racial, gender + sexuality-based oppression due to her own personal + professional experiences navigating these challenges. Dr. Mo knows how rewarding it is to invest in your personal growth through a process that offers a space to be nurtured and lovingly challenged. She looks forward to getting to know you + finding the right balance to explore what’s possible in your life right now. Dr. Mo works with individuals, couples + families to help them heal past traumas, become more authentic + create better relationships with themselves and others.

Life can feel so hard sometimes - that is ok! Often the most challenging moments provide the space to slow down, appreciate all you have endured, and take steps to create truly meaningful and lasting change. Together, with kindness and a bit of humor, I will help to empower your resilience and capacity to live a joyful and fulfilling life. I am passionate about supporting both individuals and couples. My work is rooted in a holistic, person-centered approach to healing. I will treat you with empathy, create a non-judgmental environment in which you feel safe and heard, and work to understand your lived experiences.

Currently accepting new clients! Entering a new phase of your career? Feeling stuck at work or in your personal life? About to make a big change of some sort? Feeling overwhelmed in our current political environment (e.g. experiencing "election stress disorder")? Our personal lives and careers are full of inflection points, where choices we make and events that occur to us can change the course of our life in impactful ways. Inflection points are often stressful, but also provide opportunities to examine our identities, our relationships, and how we want to live our lives. You don’t have to navigate these moments without support.

I help individuals and couples in the DMV who struggle with challenges related to anxiety, depression, and their relationships to feel better. I pride myself on being a therapist who balances empathy with challenge. In our work together, I will meet you with compassion, warmth, and a deep investment in knowing you authentically, while also encouraging you to take risks and to assume responsibility for living more boldly. In a safe and nurturing way, we together will do the important work of facing fears, confronting the intricacies of who you are, and delicately opening you up to a more robust, fulfilling life.

Welcome! I primarily work with clients who are struggling with life transitions or relational concerns. This may include leaving a faith tradition, gaining or losing a partner, exploring sexuality, dealing with old "stuff," working through identity 'stuff,' or getting unstuck. I work with clients from traditional to alternative and everything between, regardless of gender, sexuality, ethnicity, race, orientation, spirituality or relational preferences. I am committed to a social justice practice of anti-racist and affirming care. I tend to see many clients who have had negative experiences with therapists in the past.

At Alloy Wellness, we are dedicated to providing you with a transformative and holistic approach to your well-being for your personal growth and the betterment of your relationships. Our mission is to empower you to achieve optimal health and wellness by combining evidence-based practices with personalized care. We understand that each individual is unique, and we tailor our services to meet your specific needs and goals. With a team of highly skilled and compassionate practitioners, we offer a wide range of services that encompass the mind/body connection, mental, and emotional well-being, and building relational EQ.

People of all ages and walks of life have felt comfortable opening up in my presence, and many find our work together to be the foundation and structure for new areas of self knowledge and profound emotional growth. I connect with people that are in pain or who have been hurt, people that are confused, overwhelmed or just feeling bad. Through our work, we will facilitate a stronger sense of who you are and a greater ability for relational engagement -- discovering and building a full, desired life. I balance softness and smiles with challenge, deep curiosity and playfulness.

Currently accepting clients, especially couples! I believe change is possible - let me show you that it really is. Instead of leaving you with temporary band-aids, I offer you the space to make meaningful, lasting shifts in perspective, coping, and patterns.

Sarah specializes in supporting trauma survivors, including survivors of sexual violence, emotional abuse or neglect, harmful relationships, and traumatic loss. She also provides affirming therapy for disabled and chronically ill folks, drawing from her passion for Disability Justice, as well as her own lived experience navigating chronic illness in ableist culture. Sarah uses self-compassion, sand therapy, and Internal Family Systems-informed "parts work," guiding you to build a loving relationship with yourself - even (especially) the parts of yourself that might feel troublesome or unworthy.