Find a therapist in District of Columbia — covered by insurance
Top therapists in District of Columbia accepting new patients
Headway brings accessible mental health support to Washington, D.C. residents with 818 licensed providers specializing in talk therapy and medication management. With 70+ insurance plans accepted and average savings of 75% per session, finding the right fit for your mental health needs has never been easier.
Kim Prager, Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker/Therapist, studied and trained at University of Wisconsin-Madison. She has 16 years of experience providing therapy to people from all walks of life, Most recently, she worked at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center's integrated executive medicine and oncology clinics.
She believes therapy is a place to be seen and heard and an opportunity for personal growth. Her approach is holistic and trauma informed, often with a focus on adjustment, interpersonal dynamics, grief, and loss.
She welcomes you to reach out to find a way to live more authentically, forge genuine connections, and prioritize value based goals that bring about positive change in your life.
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
Clients often tell me they feel both deeply understood and gently challenged in our work. You won’t be met with quick fixes or surface-level advice. Instead, I offer a grounded, relational space where we can slow down, get curious, and make sense of the patterns—emotional, relational, historical—that are shaping your current struggles. I’m especially attuned to the inner lives of high-achieving adults: those who appear competent on the outside but feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or unseen underneath.
I’m trained in psychodynamic therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and EMDR, and I approach each client with a blend of clinical precision and emotional presence. You can expect warmth, honesty, and an active collaboration toward lasting emotional change.
About our therapists serving District of Columbia
- 97%Anxiety
- 94%Depression
- 87%Stress management
- 75%Relationship issues
- 74%Trauma
- 97%Aetna
- 81%Cigna
- 80%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 66%CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
- 42%Kaiser Permanente of the Mid Atlantic
- 99%English
- 6%Spanish
- 2%French
- 1%Igbo
- 1%Yoruba
- 100%Online only
- 83%Woman
- 17%Man
- 1%Non-binary
- 56%Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
- 22%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 14%Nurse Practitioner
- 4%Clinical Psychologist
- 2%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 100%Individual therapy
- 34%Family therapy
- 20%Couples therapy
- 11%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
Find the right therapist for you
Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Mental Health Therapist in District of Columbia
Searching for therapists in DC starts with finding someone whose experience matches what you want to address. Across the District of Columbia, therapy needs and available therapists can vary by neighborhood, schedule, and care format. You may be looking for support with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, work stress, or life transitions. As you compare DC therapists, look for specialties, approaches, and training that match your needs, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed care, couples therapy, or experience supporting people through major life changes.
Location and logistics can shape whether a therapist is a strong fit. In Washington, Capitol Hill, and Georgetown, some people prefer an office that works with their commute, while others choose virtual sessions for more flexibility. It can also help to compare appointment availability, whether a therapist is accepting new clients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading therapist bios before booking can show you how each therapist describes their style, session structure, and areas of focus, so you can make a more informed choice.
Therapy in the District of Columbia can be expensive without insurance, and using in-network coverage is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you search for therapists who match your preferences, verify your insurance, and see your estimated cost before you book. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, and your specific coverage depends on your plan and location. You can browse therapists, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.
If you're experiencing or worried about violence, threats, or coercion in your relationship, couples therapy isn't usually the right starting point — individual support is safer. The National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.
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