Working with a compassionate therapist can help you meet your mental health goals. If you’re looking for a therapist, DC has many online treatment options to consider. With BetterHelp, you attend therapy sessions with a qualified mental health professional from the comfort of your home at a time that fits your schedule. You don’t have to worry about commuting to an office or checking your out-of-network benefits. BetterHelp does not accept insurance at this time; subscriptions range from $65 to $100 weekly, billed every four weeks.

While BetterHelp does not currently offer group therapy, the professionals on the platform provide individual therapy sessions in a supportive environment that can help you with a broad range of challenges. With online treatment, a licensed therapist can guide you through the healing process and help you learn the coping skills you need to manage your unique challenges.

The convenience and flexibility of online treatment can be ideal for busy college students, professionals, and parents. Whether you’re interested in commitment therapy and want to learn to heal relational wounds or need help managing anxiety, connect with one of the licensed DC therapists below to learn more about online treatment.

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Curtrice Scott

Offering therapy in District of Columbia
License: MA, LPC,LCPC
Stress, AnxietySelf esteemDepression
14 years of experience

I am a seasoned and compassionate therapist licensed in Maryland and Washington, DC. I have worked in the mental health field for over 14 years. I have a passion for helping others improve their overall wellbeing and have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, substance use, parenting issues, career challenges, neglect, physical abuse, trauma, and more. I have also worked with individuals who were formerly incarcerated. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with dignity and respect. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, and psychodynamic therapy. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and healthier life and to take the first steps towards that change. If you are ready to make that change, I am here to support, encourage, and empower you. I look forward to working with you!

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Michelle Nguyen

Offering therapy in District of Columbia
License: LICSW
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemDepression
3 years of experience

I'm a licensed clinical social worker. I've work inpatient and outpatient psych. I've worked as an investigative social worker for CPS for many years. I currently work with homeless veterans. My personal experiences have made it easy for me to connect with a lot of different clients with different situations. I love helping people become the best versions of themselves.

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Maria ("Mali") Jimenez

Offering therapy in District of Columbia
License: MSW,LICSW
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
7 years of experience

I am a licensed clinical social worker with 10 years experience helping individuals through various hardships and stages of life. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, relationship issues (co-dependency, attachment wounds), trauma, and other conditions. I am currently licensed in Washington DC and Colorado, with plans to obtain licensure in other states. I have worked in a variety of non profit and hospital settings, as well as in private practice. My therapy style is compassionate and precise, yet I also challenge clients to come up against their growth edges so that they can experience the breakthroughs that they came to therapy for. I apply a mindfulness based somatic approach with my clients to allow them a chance to develop skills to bring greater awareness to their thoughts, emotions and bodily experience. I also combine a cognitive behavioral approach with a psychodynamic perspective because I believe that looking into family system dynamics as well as early life attachment wounding helps to be able to transform any dysfunctional patterning into beliefs and behaviors that serve you. I will allow you as the client to take the lead on your process, while providing collaboration and support every step of the way to ensure that you meet your goals. I look forward to working with you!

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Shane Lanzo

Offering therapy in District of Columbia
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefDepressionADHD
22 years of experience

I am a clinically licensed social worker in the District of Columbia (LICSW) and in Virginia (LCSW) with 21 years of professional social work experience. I received my undergraduate degree from the University of Pennsylvania and my graduate degree from New York University. I have experience with helping clients with: depression and anxiety; relationship issues; coping with grief and loss; supporting new parents; providers experiencing compassion fatigue and professional burnout; receiving new medical or mental health diagnoses; life and health changes and transitions; and issues with motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I also have experience with and find it particularly rewarding to work with young adults/college age adults, new parents, those in the helping/healing professions themselves, and those facing stressful medical and/ or mental health diagnoses. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our sessions to meet the unique and specific objectives and goals that you identify for yourself. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling life takes a lot of courage. It is a privilege to get to know you and to walk this walk with you.

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Monica Morrow

Offering therapy in District of Columbia
License: NCC,LPCMH
Stress, AnxietySelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
15 years of experience

I am a licensed, professional counselor with over 10 years of experience in clinical mental health counseling, substance abuse counseling, and school counseling. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including substance abuse and dependence, depression, anxiety, grief, bi-polar disorder, relationship issues, parenting problems, ADHD, trauma, and change of life/adjustment issues. I believe in treating others with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. In our sessions, I will help you to identify strengths, formulate goals, and navigate a path to achieving those goals. My approach integrates cognitive-behavioral and motivational interviewing techniques within a humanistic counseling framework. Please note, the services I provide through BetterHelp are congruent with supportive counseling. They would not be appropriate for someone in crisis or someone who needs clinical assessment, diagnosis, or intensive psychotherapy. At this time, I am only offering chat and texting sessions, not video or phone sessions. I look forward to working with you!

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Destinee Smith

Offering therapy in District of Columbia
Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuse
3 years of experience

I am licensed in Maryland and the District of Columbia and have experience helping clients with stress, anxiety, and trauma. Dancing was my escape from my adverse childhood experiences and adverse community environments, and upon graduating from college at UNC-Greensboro, I became a professional dancer in the DMV (DC, MD, VA). Movement, breath, and how toxic stress lives in the body were always within my awareness. I rely on my personal history to cultivate a safe, genuine, healing space for those on a wellness journey. I am a Black, Queer, Cis-gender counselor. Therefore, I utilize my intersectional identities to assist individuals and families in skill-building to manage anxiety, interpersonal concerns, transitions, adjustments, and striving for self-actualization. I am here to support and empower you in that journey.

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Jennifer Kem

Offering therapy in District of Columbia
License: LCSW
Grief
10 years of experience

I have lived in Nevada since 1996. I am aware of community resources. I am a licensed clinical social worker, licensed in the State of Nevada. I have a bachelor's and masters in social work. I then completed my clinical internship working with children diagnosed with (SED) Severe Emotional Disturbance and their families and supportive team. I have counseled children ages 4-18 and their families, attending interdisciplinary and team care coordination meetings. Issues included but were not limited to depression, anxiety, grief and loss, foster care/adoption. I have worked with clients facing imminent immigration and deportation issues. My undergraduate internship was in hospice and a local community resource center. I have worked with the senior and disabled population, providing active listening and resources and connections to supportive services in their communities. I look forward to working with you!

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Raquel Cherry

Offering therapy in District of Columbia
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesCoping with life changes
9 years of experience

I am licensed in District of Columbia with 9 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & parenting issues. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

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Doreen Sanabria

Offering therapy in District of Columbia
License: LCSW
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesSelf esteemDepression
15 years of experience

Greetings! I am a bi-lingual Eng/Span Licensed Clinical Social Worker LCSW in both Florida and Texas. I am a therapist that believes in a holistic approach to healing by combining a faith based approach along with clinical modalities. I am passionate and dedicated in guiding individuals on a journey to find balance and purpose in their lives. My goal is to help those I work with see their strengths and tell their story from a victorious and empowered position. I want to encourage and walk alongside those who have the desire to connect to their "Higher Power", that source of love, peace and joy we all need. I am fluid in employing different modalities of clinical practice to tailor to my client's needs as they strive to overcome the many demands of life. I have worked 10 plus years with families and their children and/or adolescents on the challenges of communication, generational trauma and co-dependency. As a therapist I appreciate the privilege it is to assist families in breaking communication barriers and fostering a nurturing environment to thrive as a family unit. I also have worked in the areas of Grief and Bereavement, Anxiety and Anger Management, Suicide Prevention and Post Partum Depression. I am looking forward to being a part of your growth and newfound awareness as you uncover the marvelous creation you are!

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Estelle Richardson

Offering therapy in District of Columbia
Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefSelf esteemCoping with life changes
5 years of experience

I am licensed in District of Columbia with more than 25 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

How can therapists in District of Columbia support you?

Therapists in District of Columbia can practice many types of counseling, from marriage and family therapy to cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). They may also assist you with symptoms of depression, stress, or anxiety.

Therapists may help you set and achieve career goals, work on current issues you may be facing, or address your past. Over 681,170 people live in District of Columbia, and one out of five Americans has a mental health condition. Searching for licensed professionals in District of Columbia may help you find mental health support for personal growth, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and other mental health concerns. You do not need a mental health diagnosis to seek support from one of BetterHelp's licensed providers above.  

The mental health field can include psychiatric medication management, online therapy, marriage counseling, couples therapy, clinical social work, licensed counseling, and other mental health services in person and online. Seeing a licensed provider can help you navigate mental health conditions and life circumstances through mindfulness and other specialized techniques.

Please note that BetterHelp does not offer diagnostic or medication management services.

Why are many residents in the state of District of Columbia working with a licensed counselor?

People reach out for mental health support for a variety of reasons. Many individuals work with a counselor for general life advice, while others may attend therapy for a specific concern. Whether you live in a large city or a smaller county in District of Columbia, BetterHelp can match you with a licensed professional tailored to your preferences noted when you sign up.

Mental health counselors in District of Columbia support clients with varying issues, which can include:

  • Challenging situations or life stressors
  • Eating disorders
  • Anxiety disorders
  • Depression or depressive conditions
  • Adjustment issues
  • Emotional support for a terminal illness
  • Chronic pain emotional support
  • Grief
  • Personality disorders
  • Trauma
  • Relationship conflicts and concerns

Finding a therapist that takes new clients in online therapy can be the first step in finding a treatment plan that works for you. Your therapist can provide a safe space for you to focus on self-care and well-being.

If you're interested in speaking to one of the therapists above or being matched with a counselor in 24 to 48 hours, consider signing up for BetterHelp. BetterHelp has over 35,000 providers, including those listed above.

Emergency services

If you are experiencing a crisis or emergency, don't use this site's online services. If you are in life-threatening danger, call 911. If you require support for a crisis, reach out to the hotlines below:

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

Some commonly asked questions can be found below.

How much does a therapist cost?

Mental health professionals can differ in price. Forbes found that the average cost of in-person therapy in the US is around $100 to $200 per hour. Pricing can also vary based on your location. 

BetterHelp offers payment plans of $60 to $90 per session, charged monthly in a lump sum. You can also take advantage of this pricing on one of BetterHelp's sister platforms, like ReGain for couples or TeenCounseling for teens aged 13 to 19.

Many therapists may be upfront about their pricing and whether or not they take health insurance from the beginning. Additionally, some in your area may offer a sliding scale plan to allow those with lower incomes to pay less for therapy. However, services online can often save individuals a few hundred dollars per month.

How do I know if I should get a therapist?

Mental health services and mental health providers may help you navigate various concerns. You do not need a diagnosis or condition to attend therapy; You can discuss grief, relationship concerns, stress, or life changes and ask for general advice. A counselor may help you gain power over your life and emotions while you navigate day-to-day experiences.

Mental health issues don't always present as a crisis. Many professionals provide talk therapy and support for life transitions, skills learning, relationship problems, or life coaching. Online therapy sessions in District of Columbia can allow clients seeking therapy to experience professional help through video, phone, or live chat sessions without commuting to an office.

Does insurance cover therapy?

Different counseling services can vary in cost. Therapists must apply to accept insurance through insurance companies, which may take time and money, so not every therapist offers services through insurance. If you cannot find a therapist that accepts your plan, BetterHelp may be cheaper than visiting an in-person therapist.

Is online therapy safe?

Online therapy through BetterHelp and its sister platforms is safe. Therapists are licensed, experienced, and vetted before being contracted with the platform. If you experience any concerns with your therapist, you change your counselor through the platform or app at any time.

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