Therapists serving clients in District of Columbia

Nathan Luecking

District of Columbia

LICSW,LCSW-C

I am a licensed clinical psychotherapist who specializes in comprehensive, young adult, and adult psychotherapy. My mission is to confidentially, and professionally treat clients struggling with social, emotional, or behavioral barriers that hinder personal success and overall quality of life. I have experience treating a variety behavior and mood disorders, including depression, anxiety, trauma, anger management, and substance abuse among others. I earned my Masters Degree in Clinical Social Work (MSW) from The University of Chicago and completed my post-MSW...

Erin Fagbuyi

District of Columbia

LICSW,LCSW-C,LMSW

I am a Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience working in Saint Louis and the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. I have my Master's degree from Washington University in Saint Louis and am licensed in Washington, D.C. and Maryland. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including trauma, abuse and neglect, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, grief and loss and addictions. Life is hard, no matter who you are. We are meant to be in relationship, but that doesn't mean relationships are easy. I went into social work because...

Curtrice Scott

District of Columbia

MA, LPC,LCPC

I am a seasoned and compassionate therapist licensed in 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...

Sara Duckery

District of Columbia

LICSW

I am a licensed independent clinical social worker with over 13 years of experience providing counseling services to adolescents, adults and families. I work a great deal with adolescents and young adults dealing with anxiety, learning issues, depression, ADHD, OCD, self-esteem, and anger issues. I have a Master's Degree from the University of Maryland-Baltimore in Social Work. I completed internships in the school system and hospital system working with children with complex medical needs. I currently am a school social worker in the Washington, DC area. I ...

Cynthia Swan

District of Columbia

MA, LPC, LCPC

I am a Clinical Counselor licensed in Maryland and Washington DC with over 12 years of experience working as a Psychotherapist and Bereavement Counselor. I support clients who describe a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, low self-esteem, and loss of a loved one. My goal is to meet everyone where they are. I listen in every way I can, as together, we explore options through telling your story, exploring options, identifying your goals. I help you to discover the next steps in increasing your awareness as you become uni...

Melissa Brisbane

District of Columbia

MA in Ed & HD,LICSW

I’m so glad to be connecting with you on Better Help! I’m Melissa a Transformational Success Coach, Licensed Psychotherapist and Desire Map Facilitator. I help working & professional women who are overstressed, burnt out and feeling trapped how to quickly bring beacon light energy into their work and get better results, while finding personal and spiritual fulfillment. I use my background in education and psychotherapy to show women who are stuck in a life area, experiencing resistance or struggling with self-doubt how to embrace natural gifts & talents, i...

Willetta Wilson

District of Columbia

LMFT,LPC,BC-TMH

I am very excited about continuing my intensive focus on the way that relationships develop and thrive as a result of non-judgmental, positive regard. It is important to create a safe space that is sensitive to each client’s lifestyle, culture, and beliefs. An excellent communicator, I always seek to build trust and authenticity into relationships and I look forward to taking full advantage of this talent and assisting you with your goals. I have worked individually with adults since 2008. My focus has been on helping others develop management strategies for mood...

Teresa Lee

District of Columbia

MAEd,MSW,LICSW

My name is Teresa M. Lee and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of North Carolina, and a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in Washington, DC. I received my Bachelors in Family and Community Services, Masters in Adult Education from East Carolina University and a Masters of Social Work from North Carolina State University. I have worked in mental health and substance abuse field since 2005. I enjoy working with individuals including adults, adolescents and children. My clinical focus is centered around those that have co...

Dr. Bernadette Carroll

District of Columbia

DSW,LICSW

Hello, I am a Licensed clinical Social Worker who has been working as a catalyst for change in the helping profession for over 10 years. I am a certified financial social worker. I hold a doctorate degree in Social Work with a special focus on leadership. I absolutely love being a helping professional and especially enjoy the exchange between myself and the people with whom I work. I have a pretty diverse work history having started my career with the Federal government prior to becoming a social worker. As a clinician, I have experience workin...

Secquana Flowers

District of Columbia

MS,LPC

Hello! My name is Secquana Flowers and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the nation’s capital, Washington, DC. I have over 10 years of experience working in the mental health field. I have worked in a variety of settings including residential, outpatient, in-home and rehabilitative detention. I have worked with various clients who struggle with mental health and emotional challenges such as (but not limited to) depression, anxiety, transitional and relationship struggles. I am eclectic in my therapeutic approach as I find it especially important to indiv...

Mary Hales

District of Columbia

MA, LPC, LCMHC

Hello! I am Mary Hales, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist. I obtained my Masters in Mental Health Counseling from Medaille College in NY. I have over 15 years of experience in various settings such as outpatient clinics, hospitals, residential settings, community-based agencies, and private practice. My specialties include anxiety, depression, PTSD, mood disorders, substance and other addictions, trauma, and abandonment, couples, and grief therapy, to name a few. I beli...

Felicia Pitre

District of Columbia

LICSW,PPSC

Currently not accepting new clients on this platform.

Laura Funkhouser

District of Columbia

LCSWC,LCSW,LICSW

I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 10 years of experience in the field of human services, with the most recent 7 years providing direct psychotherapy to children, families, and young adults. Most recently, I have provided over 1,000 hours of teletherapy to clients. I am working out of the state of Maryland, and am also licensed in Virginia and the District of Columbia. I have worked with people from a large variety of ethnic and cultural backgrounds, who come to therapy with a wide array of issues. I am also an LGBTQ+ friendly provider. One ...

Erin Clegg

District of Columbia

LCSW-C,LICSW

I am a Clinical Social Worker licensed in Maryland and the District of Columbia with 15 years’ experience as a therapist, clinical consultant, and trauma trainer. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Throughout my practice, I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families struggling to manage their emotional and behavioral health due to the impact of trauma, maltreatment, grief, loss, mental health challenges, and stressful life experiences. My style i...

Sarah O'Connell

District of Columbia

LICSW

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with over 15 years of experience working in the mental health field. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, grief, trauma and substance abuse. I have worked with both individuals and in group settings. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines humanistic, psychodynamic and mindfulness based techniques. I also incorporate creative expression through a variety of nonverba...

Traina Gordon

District of Columbia

LICSW,LCSW-C,LCSW

I am a life coach and licensed clinical social worker in the District of Columbia, the state of Texas as well as the state of Maryland. I have 20 years of experience working with people who want help with making changes in their lives. I have had the opportunity to work with teens, families, as well as adults with varying issues such as trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, parenting concerns and everyday life changing situations. My counseling style is interactive, client-based and solution focused. It is my belief that listening is the ...

Dustin Winkel

District of Columbia

LCSW,LICSW

Be. Here. Now. That’s been my personal mantra over the last few years and one of the hardest things I’ve ever tried to do. It is Here & NOW, however, where we can make changes and appreciate the fullness of our experiences. Unfortunately, that means having feelings we don’t like, which can be uncomfortable. But I believe it is only through experiencing these feelings we can learn to be psychologically flexible and grow as individuals. My ultimate goal is to help reduce your suffering and improve the quality of your life, no matter what you’re going through. I w...

Sandhya Wilhelm

District of Columbia

MS, LPC, NCC

Seeking help is the most challenging thing that most of us will ever do. Armed with life skills, information, and knowledge, we are expected to have all the right answers. Even if we have endured familial, racial, or socio-economic struggles and barriers, we hesitate to seek assistance because of our conditioning to perfection. This pressure makes it that much harder to speak with an absolute stranger and pour out all our life’s troubles. However, if that stranger is a genuine listener, makes us feel safe, and compassionately transitions us from pain to healing, i...

Paul Clark

District of Columbia

MSW, LCSW

Hello and thank you for reaching out, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Virginia who received my Bachelors and Master’s degree in Social Work from Norfolk State University (NSU) School of Social Work. I am also a retired Chief Petty Officer who grew up in the Washington D. C. area who recognizes and embraces difference and ethnic diversity. I am well known for being an extremely knowledgeable, compassionate, and caring mental health professional who has worked with clients including active duty military and Veterans with a wide range of co...

Brandy Hunter

District of Columbia

LCSW-C

Graduate of Howard University School Of Social Work in 2012. Experience with Children, Adolescents, Couples, Grief/Loss, Fertility Issues, Pregnancy, Low-Self Esteem and Communication Challenges. I have worked in a variety of settings including, Case Management, Foster Care, Healthcare, Working with People Living with HIV/AIDS, Juveniles and Hospice Care. I have my Advance Palliative and Hospice Social Work Certification. I am a woman of color and enjoy working with people of all backgrounds and nationalities. I consider myself very spiritual. The treatment app...