Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in District of Columbia

Hi there! I’m Elise, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker who’s passionate about helping people feel supported, understood, and confident in their next steps. I work with adolescents and adults navigating stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, and big life changes, and I always aim to create a space where you can show up exactly as you are.

Hello! My name is Brian. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (DC LICSW, MD LCSW-C) with over nine years of experience supporting individuals in hospitals, outpatient settings, schools, and nonprofit agencies. I hold a Doctorate in Clinical Social Work from the University of Pennsylvania and dual master’s degrees in Social Work and Divinity from Andrews University. My work is focused on helping young adults and older adults deal with mental health challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, life transitions, and stress.

Sometimes life gets heavy, and we all need someone to help us navigate through life’s challenges. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over five years of experience providing individual and group therapy. I work with youth and young adults who may be experiencing challenges with depression, anxiety, ADHD, anger management, self-esteem, and school-related concerns.

My journey started with volunteering in the Guidance Counselor's office at my high school. In this setting, my emotional intelligence and level of empathy began to grow. I decided to study Psychology to understand how the mind works, then studied Social Work to understand how that mind works when affected by events in the environment. I have worked extensively with children/ students, the LGBTQIA+ community, people living with HIV/ AIDS, the elderly, Veterans, Immigrants, couples and families. I accept clients no matter their race, gender, ethnicity or background. I utilize a strength- based approach for my clients as I believe we all have the ability to take control of our own lives.

With 26 years of clinical experience as a licensed therapist in DC and Virginia, I support individuals navigating life’s complexities—from stress, trauma, and grief to fertility concerns, family dynamics, LGBTQIA+ experiences, anxiety, depression, and moments of transition.

As a proud Howard University graduate, my work is grounded in cultural humility, social justice, and a belief that mental health is inseparable from history, community, and lived experience. Howard taught me to see clients not just through symptoms, but as whole people shaped by family, identity, policy, and perseverance.

This perspective fuels my commitment to therapy as both a healing space and a form of liberation. My practice is anchored in integrity, guided by compassion, and centered on the dignity and humanity of every person I serve.

Hi, I’m Marli. I’m a licensed social worker in Maryland, Virginia, and DC, and I enjoy working with children, teens, and adults. I have a special interest in supporting college students and young adults as they navigate the challenges, transitions, and self-discovery that often come with this stage of life. Originally from Maryland, I earned my Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology from the University of Maryland and my Master of Social Work from the University of Michigan. Outside of work, I love spending time with my dog, traveling, getting creative through arts and crafts, and being around family and friends.

I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who provides compassionate, patient-centered care for individuals seeking support with their mental health. My approach is warm, collaborative, and evidence-based, focusing on both therapy-informed communication and medication management. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered to reach their goals. My mission is to help each person build resilience, improve daily functioning, and achieve lasting emotional well-being