Top Therapists in District of Columbia
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Stephanie Benson
Psy.D. • Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Stephanie Benson, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, offers an integrative and multicultural approach to therapy. Specializing in mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, and eating disorders, she creates a warm, empathetic environment for clients. With experience across various clinical settings and a strong academic background, Dr. Benson tailors evidence-based treatments to meet individual needs, fostering personal growth and well-being.
Pavani Khera
Psy.D. • Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Pavani Khera specializes in relational psychodynamic therapy, integrating somatic approaches to empower diverse clients. With expertise in immigrants' mental health, women's issues, and trauma, she fosters deep connections for healing.
Divya Babbar
Psy.D. • Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Divya Babbar specializes in relational psychodynamic therapy for adolescents, adults, and couples. She explores how identity and life experiences shape mental health, integrating trauma-informed and mindfulness techniques to foster growth and self-discovery.
Lisa Kruger
PhD, LPC • Licensed Professional Counselor
Dr. Lisa Kruger, a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 17 years of experience, specializes in helping individuals navigate depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. With a PhD in Counselor Education and expertise in various therapeutic techniques, Dr. Kruger provides compassionate, tailored care to children, adolescents, and adults in Virginia and Washington, D.C.
Michelle Paul
LPC • Licensed Professional Counselor
Michelle Paul, LPC, specializes in guiding young adults through substance abuse, anxiety, and depression using an eclectic approach of CBT, mindfulness, and DBT. With experience in both individual and group therapy, she offers tailored support for clients in their 20s and 30s.
Carla Brun
LICSW, PMH-C • Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
Carla Brun, LICSW, PMH-C, is a culturally sensitive therapist specializing in anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and prenatal/postpartum mental health. As a Latina and first-generation American, she brings unique insights to her practice, offering bilingual therapy and integrating mindfulness, CBT, and psychodynamic approaches.
Christa Wanamaker
LPC • Licensed Professional Counselor
Christa Wanamaker, LPC, creates a safe, empathetic space for clients of all ages. Specializing in evidence-based therapies, she helps children, adolescents, young adults, and families navigate challenges and foster growth.
Katie Alderdice
LGSW • Licensed Graduate Social Worker
Katie Alderdice, LGSW, is a versatile therapist specializing in individual and family therapy for all ages. With expertise in anxiety, depression, and trauma, she uses evidence-based methods to create a nurturing therapeutic environment.
Humberto Gautier
MD • Psychiatrist
Dr. Humberto Caro Gautier is a board-certified psychiatrist specializing in child and adolescent mental health. With extensive training from prestigious institutions and a fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry, Dr. Caro provides compassionate, evidence-based care to young patients and their families in Boca Raton, FL.
Michael Radkowsky
Psy.D. • Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Michael Radkowsky, a licensed psychologist in Washington DC, specializes in helping individuals and couples build resilience and stronger relationships. With over 25 years of experience, he offers compassionate support for personal growth, LGBT issues, and navigating life's challenges.
Glen Bradley
NCC, LGPC • Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor
Glen Bradley, a Nationally Certified Counselor and Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor in Washington, DC, specializes in polyvagal-informed therapy and somatic techniques. With a background in government consulting and expertise in queer cultural competency, Glen helps clients navigate life challenges, career changes, and identity exploration.
Kenya Ford
Psy.D. • Post-Doctoral Fellow, Psychologist
Dr. Kenya Ford is a post-doctoral fellow specializing in culturally sensitive therapy for diverse populations. With expertise in trauma, racial identity, and LGBTQIA+ issues, she offers innovative, person-centered care.
Alyssa Clark
LICSW • Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
Alyssa Clark, LICSW, offers a supportive, eclectic approach to therapy for adults. She specializes in anxiety, mood disorders, and expressive trauma therapy, balancing accountability with self-compassion to promote mental wellness.
Mark Dean
MA, ATR, LPC • Licensed Professional Counselor
- Washington, DC 20009
Mark E. Dean, MA, ATR, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor and registered art therapist at Central Washington Psychotherapy Associates. He uniquely combines traditional counseling with art therapy, offering clients innovative ways to explore emotions and promote healing through both verbal and creative expression.
Sarah Hoops
MS, LGPC • Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor
Sarah Hoops, MS, LGPC, is a licensed graduate professional counselor in Washington, DC, specializing in trauma recovery. Using self-compassion and Internal Family Systems, she guides clients to heal and build loving relationships with themselves, addressing both mental and physical aspects of trauma.
Natalia Ramos-Benitez
PhD • Clinical Psychologist
- Washington, DC
Dr. Natalia Ramos-Benitez, PhD, is a bilingual psychotherapist in Puerto Rico specializing in individual therapy for adolescents and adults. She expertly addresses anxiety, depression, panic disorders, and attention deficit, offering both in-person and online sessions to ensure accessible, quality mental health care.
Amanda Koch
M.Ed., LPC • Licensed Professional Counselor
Amanda Koch, LPC, M.Ed., specializes in anxiety, depression, gender identity, and trauma. With a background in cognitive research and years of outpatient experience, she creates an empowering environment for clients to find balance and confidence in facing life's challenges.
Victor Blythe
LICSW, LCSW-C • Psychotherapist
Victor Blythe, LICSW, LCSW-C, is a native Washingtonian with over 15 years of clinical experience, specializing in mood disorders and various mental health challenges for both youth and adults.
Joshua Kline
Psy.D. • Post-Doctoral Fellow, Psychologist
Dr. Joshua Kline, a post-doctoral fellow at Capital Center for Psychotherapy and Wellness, specializes in individual therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, and ADHD. With a compassionate, direct approach, he creates a safe space for clients, particularly LGBTQIA+ individuals and young adults, to explore challenges and foster personal growth.
Gregory Jones
Ph.D. • Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Gregory Jones, an openly gay psychologist and certified sex therapist, brings a unique blend of expertise to his role as Clinical Director and Founder at the Capital Center for Psychotherapy and Wellness. Specializing in sex therapy, LGBTQ mental health, and eating disorders, he offers compassionate, inclusive care through individual, couples, and group therapy.
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