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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Washington, DC
Stella Okeke
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away
1775 I Street Northwest, Washington, DCADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Stress management,
Accepts Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
Terence Dexter
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person • 4.2 mi away
6323 Georgia Avenue Northwest, Washington, DCADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Identity issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, Stress management, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative
Ronni Griffin
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away
2121 Decatur Place Northwest, Washington, DCADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes, Eating disorders, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Infertility, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, OCD, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Curative, Providence Health Plan,
Dr. Ukamaka Okeke
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person • 3.5 mi away
1160 Varnum Street Northeast, Washington, DCAnger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oscar, Oxford,
Dr. Meseret Asfaw
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person • 4.2 mi away
6400 Georgia Avenue Northwest, Washington, DCADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction,
Accepts Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, United Healthcare, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
Olesea Beyer
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person • 3.6 mi away
4000 Albemarle Street Northwest, Washington, DCADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes, Eating disorders, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, OCD, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, United Healthcare, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford,
I am a licensed therapist and the founder of The F.L. Wolters Group, a therapy and wellness practice based in Washington DC. I bring more than 15 years of experience supporting adults navigating anxiety, life transitions, relationship challenges, trauma, and burnout.
Throughout my career I have worked with individuals from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds, including high achieving professionals, caregivers, and people managing significant life and career transitions. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed or carrying a great deal of responsibility in their personal and professional lives.
In addition to providing therapy, I developed the FLWG Way, an integrated model of care that blends high quality therapy with community based wellness programming grounded in the eight dimensions of wellness.
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oscar, Oxford,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, United Healthcare, Carelon Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, OCD, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,
Welcome, I am a Clinical Social Worker, I was born and raised in California and relocated to Maryland. I have a Masters in Social Work from University of Maryland, Baltimore and a Bachelors in Cultural Anthropology. It is my strong heritage as a Chicana that pushed me to find a career that would allow me to give back to my community by providing a culturally inclusive therapeutic space that encompasses diversity, healing, empowerment and instills value
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, United Healthcare, Kaiser Permanente of the Mid Atlantic, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes, Physical health issues, Stress management,
Accepts Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Kaiser Permanente of the Mid Atlantic, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
My practice is rooted in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care designed to help you navigate and improve your mental well-being. I believe in a comprehensive treatment model with evidence-based medication management and tailored interventions.
I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, psychosis, and the mental health complexities of chronic medical illness. My expertise also extends to sleep disorders, stress reduction, and dual diagnosis.
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Maternal mental health, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative,
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I provide compassionate and evidence-based care for individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and life transitions. I believe in creating a safe, collaborative space where you feel heard and supported. My approach combines clinical expertise with genuine empathy to help you reach emotional balance and overall well-being. I’m committed to helping clients build insight, develop coping strategies, and achieve meaningful change at their own pace
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Physical health issues, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, United Healthcare, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Kaiser Permanente of the Mid Atlantic, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Kaiser Permanente of the Mid Atlantic, Carelon Behavioral Health,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Accepts Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, United Healthcare, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
I help individuals and couples who feel overloaded, anxious, or stuck. Life can be exhausting when stress, anxiety and relationship problems start piling up. You might be doing everything you can to keep going, but still feeling tense, misunderstood and worn down. When things feel heavy for too long, it can impact your sleep, your confidence, and your ability to show up the way you want to.
I offer a calm, steady space where you can talk openly without judgment. My work is focused on helping you understand what you’re feeling, why it’s happening, and how to get relief. You’ll get support that feels real, straightforward, and grounded.
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility, Maternal mental health, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative,
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Washington, DC with extensive experience supporting at‐risk youth and justice‐involved adolescents. I received my undergraduate degree from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University and earned my master’s degree from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.
Whether navigating stress, trauma, life transitions, or identity development, my goal is to help clients build insight, strengthen coping skills, and move toward the version of themselves they want to become.
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Kaiser Permanente of the Mid Atlantic, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, Men's issues, OCD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford,
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Kaiser Permanente of the Mid Atlantic, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, OCD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Kaiser Permanente of the Mid Atlantic, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Infertility, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Kaiser Permanente of the Mid Atlantic, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Trauma
Accepts Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, United Healthcare, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management,
Accepts Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, OCD, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, United Healthcare, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD, Stress management, Substance use / addiction,
Accepts Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,
Welcome
Hello, and thank you for considering me as your therapist. My name is Tarianda Ruston, and I have more than 25 years of experience working in the helping profession. I am a licensed clinical social worker in both Maryland and the District of Columbia, with a diverse background that has allowed me to support individuals and families through many of life's challenges.
Throughout my career, I have worked in child welfare, foster care and adoption, inpatient mental health, custody cases, special education, and school mental health. These experiences have provided me with a deep understanding of the unique challenges people face across different stages of life. My passion is helping individuals discover their strengths, overcome obstacles, and build the tools needed for lifelong emotional wellness.
I believe therapy is a partnership built on trust, respect, and authenticity. My role is not to tell you what to do or make decisions for you. Instead, I provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences openly. Through thoughtful questions, compassionate reflection, and evidence-based strategies, I will help you gain insight, clarify your values, and make choices that align with the life you want to create.
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, LGBTQIA+, PTSD, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative,
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Kaiser Permanente of the Mid Atlantic, Carelon Behavioral Health,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes, Eating disorders, End of life care, Grief or loss, Men's issues, OCD, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, United Healthcare, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oscar, Oxford,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Identity issues, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD,
Accepts Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
I have 17 experience helping others through their therpay journey. My specialties include, but are not limited to, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, life transitions and trauma. I have also have worked people with disabilities. I bring strong clinical skills as well as her life experience. I earned her MSW at theCatholic University in 2005 and attend workshops to keep my skills sharp.
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,
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