Female Therapists in District of Columbia

Accepting PCIT referrals! Dr. Renee DeBoard-Lucas is a licensed psychologist with over 15 years of experience treating trauma and anxiety in children, teens, and adults. She is passionate about using evidence based treatments because these treatments work and instill hope that people can get better! She is certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and is trained in Prolonged Exposure therapy. Dr. DeBoard-Lucas provides Exposure and Response Prevention and Habit Reversal Training for OCD & Tic Disorders. Dr. DeBoard-Lucas currently has openings for PCIT, for children age 2-7 years with behavioral concerns.

Now accepting new Aetna clients! Being a human can be really hard sometimes. Maybe it’s hard because there’s an area in our lives where we struggle, like in our careers or relationships. Perhaps, we’ve experienced some painful times that we haven’t fully healed from or find ourselves engaging in problematic behaviors. Whatever our struggles, I’ve found that psychotherapy can help reduce our suffering and help connect us to the joy of being alive.

My work with adults includes those with a trauma history, depression, anxiety, grief, relational issues, somatic symptoms with no medical explanation, feeling stuck or sensing that something is just “not right”, as well as healthcare providers & other first responders who have experienced increased stress during the COVID crisis. My experience with children includes those with a trauma history, adoption, depression, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, divorce, school refusal, low self-esteem, difficult peer & family relationships, immigration, & cross-cultural adjustments.

The Meltzer Center provides a variety of low fee assessment and therapy mental health services to individuals within the Washington, DC metro area. We are located at George Washington University, near the Foggy Bottom metro. We offer evidence-based individual, family, group (see below for current group description), and couples therapy (CBT, etc.) to address a wide variety of psychological problems, relationship issues, and personal concerns.

Ms. Bordonaro works with clients who have issues with relationships, anxiety, depression, stress management, self-esteem, work related issues, and trauma. Her clients can expect to feel supported through out the therapeutic process. Her clients report gaining valuable insight, skills, and symptom relief from working with her.

Has it been difficult to be ok with yourself and the choices you make? Is it often difficult to do things that are just for you? Have you been wanting to start therapy for a while but haven't been sure how are where to start? I work with people who would like to have more confidence in themselves and the way they move through relationships and decision making. I work with people who want things to not be as hard so that they can look towards other things in life.

Welcome! The people I work with come to therapy for a lot of reasons. Some severe- suicidal ideation, trauma, dissociation, self-harm, moments of crisis. Others appear to have a life that seems fine- stable work and/or relationships but experience a persistent and burbling sense that life is not as satisfying as it could be. Some have a question- should I leave my partner? My job? Have a baby? Transition? Who am I? What is art? Others are trying to figure out how to manage neurodiversity or plurality in a world that is not built for them.

Ready for less surviving and more flourishing? Less chaos and more ease? You feel like a hot mess, pouring so much energy into getting by. You want success at school or work, better connections with your partner, friends, and family, and a satisfying sex life. You wish you could have more fun. But past failures, disappointments, heartbreak, or regrets keep haunting you. It feels like the pandemic reinforced these mental and emotional shackles.

Therapy is an opportunity to better understand who you are and gain skills to address challenges. I most often work with people who are experiencing mood or anxiety concerns, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) symptoms, life transitions, and relationship issues.

I am a compassionate, board-certified licensed professional counselor. I learned about one of my favorite quotes at summer camp as a child. "For if one falls down, his companion can lift him up; but pity the one who falls without another to help him up." As a counselor, this quote still resonates with me. My approach is to help you "up" with your challenges through compassion and collaboration. Together, we can develop an individualized, personalized, and comprehensive plan to move forward through difficulties in your life.

I firmly believe that change occurs through addressing faulty or unhelpful thought patterns, challenging learned behaviors, and acquiring improved coping mechanisms. Throughout our sessions, my mission is to establish an authentic rapport and create a nurturing space for clients, meeting them at their current point in their journey. I assist clients in identifying and challenging negative thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, fostering a profound catalyst for lasting change by illuminating paths toward self-discovery, resilience, and growth.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the District of Columbia, New Jersey and Delaware. I have been providing therapy since 2016. Many of the clients that I see do not know where to start when it comes to their therapeutic journey. They arrive with a full load and I support them with slowly but surely unloading that weight that they have been carrying. I do this with kindness, compassion, humor, and a healthy dose of reality. I take a strength-based and cognitive-behavioral approach when working with clients.

Welcome! I'm so glad you're here. You've made the courageous choice to seek professional help. I understand finding the right therapist can be tough, and this may be your first big step towards change. If you are wanting more calm and centeredness within yourself and more stability and connectedness in your relationships, we might be a good fit. I value collaboration, trust and safety above all else. I like to see us as a team where your sense of choice and voice are essential to the process. Together, we will work to forge a new path towards healing.

I am so grateful you have taken the time to consider my services during your time of need. I've worked with a wide range of presenting concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. I use an eclectic approach to therapy, tailoring my approach to the needs of the client. Regardless of the type of therapy, I am grounded in postmodern practices that prioritize a collaborative and strengths-based framework

For many years, I’ve had the privilege of working with persons looking to make sense of life’s most difficult challenges. Within my virtual practice, Be Opened Now, PLLC, I specialize in providing holistic, trauma-informed support in response to all forms of trauma, creating safer healing spaces for those wanting to understand the impact of such difficult experiences. This often includes, but is not at all limited to, the impact on one’s overall wellness, emotional and mental health management, identity development, self-care strategies, interpersonal connection and so much more.

Our identities are always evolving. Whether it is when we transform as adolescents, enter the workforce as young professionals, begin or end a long-term relationship, or become a parent, we are constantly navigating how and where we fit in the world. I believe that having a safe space to maneuver transitions, address stressors, and explore different parts of yourself can be the difference that aids you in living more authentically.

I strive to provide a collaborative and supportive working space for individual clients or couples with a range of presenting concerns. My clients tell me that they appreciate my warmth and practicality, as well as my willingness to provide an individualized treatment plan tailored to their specific needs. I believe that most clients' struggles-be they with depression, anxiety, attentional difficulties, or relationship issues-are born of and maintained by a range of factors. These factors may include past experiences, family history, biology, or unhelpful patterns of thinking.

Hi there! I’m happy that you’re here and willing to take a look at things in your life through a perspective of change. Change is the only constant in life. Change is uncomfortable but if you’ve made it to this point, I encourage you to continue to choose yourself and take charge of your life. I’m here to take clinical words or taboo ideas and see how they might firstly, make sense in your situation and secondly, apply to your day-to-day in concrete ways. I am not here to give you answers rather ask the right questions that help you discover or accept answers yourself. Let’s move forward together!

Do you worry too much about every possible thing? Are you ready to quiet your mind and stop the constant overthinking? Have you noticed that your worry is affecting your relationship with your partner, your job performance or even the way you parent? If you are feeling overwhelmed by the responsibilities of our chaotic, noisy world- I get it and can help. I am licensed in Florida, Virginia, Maryland and the District of Columbia.