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As a therapist, I believe that therapy is a joint effort between the client and provider. My name is Nadia Tourinho, I am a Trilingual Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW). I speak Spanish, Portuguese, and English. I have extensive experience in direct practice and community practice. With more than ten years of experience, I am very familiar with the impact of complex trauma, childhood trauma, sexual/physical abuse, domestic violence, sex trafficking, family/couple therapy, geriatric, grief therapy, depression, anxiety, chronic illness, and various life changes. I provide an environment that is safe, empathic, and non-judgmental. This type of space allows clients to be comfortable and open, helping us get to
the root of the issue. I have worked with clients from ages 3 to 99; helping them attain different methods of addressing challenges in their lives.
I will work together with you to identify goals, build coping skills, and reduce unwanted symptoms. My approach is to always listen to you, while building self-esteem and improving problem-solving abilities. I’ll work to increase your self-awareness and show how best to navigate your feelings, behaviors, and thoughts. Hope to hear from you soon!
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Hello, I’m Dana. I am passionate about creating a safe environment where you can be yourself, feel empowered, be inquisitive, and build on your strengths. In this space, you don’t have to hide your imperfections. I can help you navigate through life’s challenges by expanding on what you already know, in addition to introducing new strategies and techniques that can be used in everyday life.
In what I call my non-judgment zone; we can explore your story together. This will help you get a better understanding of how your past has affected your life’s journey. Our experiences, starting from childhood, shape our thinking and behavior patterns. It also affects how we relate to others and manage our relationships.
I believe the client-therapist relationship is vital to accomplishing your therapeutic goals. Whether you are struggling with ADHD, anxiety, depression, dealing with life stressors, adjusting to life changes, or working to heal; I will help you develop the skills, provide support, and give you the space to be heard.
I specialize in family relationships, grief and bereavement, stress, trauma, depression, and anxiety. With a master’s degree and as a Licensed Professional Counselor, I am equipped to provide you with the care and support you need. Let’s work together to help you find the balance and peace you deserve.
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Hello! My name is Jordyn Motley, a dedicated Licensed Graduate Social Worker with a Master of Social Work degree from Howard University. With over five years of experience, I am passionate about supporting adolescents and adults as they navigate life’s challenges and build emotional resilience.
My background includes working in hospital settings, outpatient clinics, schools, and community programs, as well as providing support to adults managing complex cases. These experiences have deepened my understanding of how social, emotional, and environmental factors intersect and impact overall well-being.
My therapeutic approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Strengths-Based Therapy, creating a supportive and collaborative space where clients feel seen, heard, and valued. I strive to meet each individual where they are and to help them move toward healing, growth, and self-discovery.
If you’re ready to take meaningful steps toward emotional well-being and balance, I would be honored to walk alongside you on your journey.
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My extensive experience in diverse treatment settings—including hospitals, residential programs, outpatient clinics, and schools—has shaped my compassionate, trauma-informed approach to therapy. I strive to create a supportive, non-judgmental space where you can safely explore your experiences and begin the healing process.
I’m trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). My integrative, client-centered approach is rooted in empowering you to build on your strengths and achieve meaningful change.
Together, we’ll work towards finding clarity, enhancing emotional well-being, and developing resilience. If you’re ready to take the next step toward a healthier, more fulfilling life, I’m here to support you. Feel free to reach out to begin your journey.
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Hello, I’m LaShawn Coates, LGSW, a Licensed Graduate Social Worker serving the Washington, DC area. As a proud native of the city, I am deeply committed to supporting individuals and families in our community.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, teen parents, and families, including providing school-based mental health services within Washington D.C and DC Public Schools. I take a holistic, client-centered approach, meeting you where you are and considering the emotional, behavioral, and environmental factors that shape your experiences.
In my work, I draw from evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Strengths-Based Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Child-Centered Play Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. I have experience supporting individuals navigating anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, autism spectrum disorders, and learning differences, and I tailor treatment to best fit each person’s needs.
I am committed to creating a safe and supportive environment where you feel heard and understood. My goal is to help you build effective coping skills, support your emotional well-being, and work collaboratively toward meaningful personal growth.
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“Sam Washington is a compassionate and dedicated professional who recently earned a Master of Social Work from Tulane University of Louisiana. A proud native of Washington, D.C., Sam has experience working with diverse populations across all age groups. With a natural ability to connect with individuals, Sam specializes in creating a soothing and supportive environment where clients can find respite from the stresses of daily life.
By fostering a space of calm and tranquility, Sam helps clients feel safe, heard, and understood, guiding them toward personal growth and emotional well-being. With a deep commitment to helping others, Sam is passionate about empowering individuals to overcome challenges and achieve their full potential.”
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My name is Kelsey, and I am an open-minded, empathetic, and trauma-informed clinician.
As a social worker, I have a deep-rooted understanding of how the environment can impact one’s mental health. I strive to work with individuals and families on navigating and processing the complex systems and world that we live in. I also understand how to foster safety in a therapeutic relationship, without judgement, where clients can explore who they truly are. I believe that the client is the expert of their own experience and that it is the work of the therapist to create a space that allows that experience to be expressed as well as felt. From there, change can occur.
I have a strong foundation working with children and adults who identify as neurodiverse or who have learning differences. My clinical areas of expertise include anxiety, trauma, grief/loss, and self-esteem. I primarily utilize the modalities of Child Centered Play Therapy and Art Therapy with children as well as Psychodynamic, Internal Family Systems, Somatic and Person-centered Therapy with adults.
I look forward to working with you!
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Greetings! My name is Kiara Jackson; I am a Licensed Graduate Social Worker in the DC area. I earned my Bachelors of Science degree in Social Work from Virginia State University and then went on to obtain my Master of Science in Social Work degree from Howard University. I have over 6 years of professional experience working with youth and adults from diverse backgrounds. I am passionate about working with and supporting individuals to promote a well-being for themselves and in their environment.
My approach to therapy is a Holistic approach, focusing on the whole person and their entire life experience, meeting them where they are, and addressing the underlying causes of distress. I prioritize empathy, active listening, and a non-judgmental stance. My goal is to build a strong rapport and a safe trusting therapeutic relationship with all my clients. I also understand the importance of adjusting the approach based on the clients’ need and progress.
My therapeutic framework includes several different modalities. Some of the modalities includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Strengths-based, Solution-focused brief therapy, Dialectical Behavioral therapy, group therapy, etc. The treatment is modified to best fit the client. My goal is to provide a safe space for individuals to come seek personal growth and self discovery, improve emotional well-being, and develop coping skills for challenges in their life. I look forward to working with you!
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Patricia “Patty” Burrage is a clinician dedicated to creating an environment where clients feel like they can be their authentic selves and have the support they need to pursue their identified goals. As someone who has gone through her own healing journey, she understands the value of having non-judgmental, compassionate, strengths based and inclusive environments to process life’s challenges.
She has extensive experience as a Social Worker and former Pastor working with folks from all walks of life and is comfortable discussing topics ranging from trauma, grief, family, spirituality, depression, anxiety and much more.
Patty’s ultimate hope is for folks to have space to be heard while being equipped with the tools needed to manage the difficulties that may have prompted their pursuit in therapeutic work. She is committed to ensuring that those who work with her will have the opportunity to tell their story and have the chance to write the next chapters with care.
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Greetings! My name is Denzelle Carter Crawley, I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, LICSW) in the DC area. I hold both my bachelors degree in social work from Delaware State University, and my Masters from The University of Georgia.
My experience has ranged from working with children, adolescents, young and older adults, families in transitional shelters to provide wrap around services to clients, working in the foster care setting to ensure youth are set up for success entering independent living, assisting families with permanent supportive housing to reduce displacement, along with providing behavioral counseling to students in The DC Public School
System. My mission is to change the stigma of how mental health is viewed , while decreasing the barriers to mental health access. I believe everyone has a unique story to be told, in their journey to holistic healing. My therapeutic framework ranges from cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, child centered play therapy, and motivational interviewing in treating symptoms of anxiety, ADHD, and PTSD.
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Hello, my name is Charity Weaver Jackson, and I am a Nationally Board Certified, Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor and Certified Addictions Counselor. I hold a BS in Psychology and an MA in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. I approach counseling through a trauma-informed, eclectic lens using several different modalities such as CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Strengths-Based, and Faith-Based. I believe that you are the expert in your own life and together we can figure out how to make it the life you want to live. I know that therapy can be uncomfortable, but I strive to make our sessions welcoming and as if you were talking to a trusted friend. I have experience treating Substance abuse, Grief, Bipolar disorder, PTSD, Depression, and Anxiety throughout the lifespan. I have spent time working with adults, adolescents, and children and have some experience with couples. I look forward to working with you.
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Looking for a safe space to unpack and pinpoint the “meh” in your life? Look no further, Denisha Davenport is a Licensed Graduate Professional Therapist (LGPC) with extensive training and experience in Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) , Reality therapy, Child-adolescent Play therapy, and working with LGBTQ+ identified persons.
Ms. Davenport is passionate about creating a safe and inclusive environment where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings. She supports clients on their gender identity and express themselves freely. With a deep understanding of the unique challenges that LGBTQ+
individuals face, she is dedicated to helping clients navigate their journey and find acceptance and fulfillment.
Ms. Davenport is also skilled in helping those struggling with general/social anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief. With a compassionate and empathetic approach, she helps clients (children and adults) overcome their fears and develop the confidence they need to thrive in their life.
Ms. Davenport has helped clients manage their emotions and develop healthy coping mechanisms. Whether it’s working through a difficult life transition or managing symptoms of a mental health disorder, Ms. Davenport is committed to helping clients build resilience and achieve their goals.
With a commitment to creating a supportive space, Ms. Davenport meets clients where their current capacity lies and helps to empower themselves in order to feel seen, heard, and understood.
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Keydra Johnson was born and raised in New York where she attended State University College of Oneonta obtaining her Bachelors in Child and Family Studies and Psychology as a dual major. She went on to obtain her Masters in Social Work at Fordham University. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who is passionate about being a support to others. Keydra works from a person-centered approach and meets her clients where they are to help be a supportive guide and tool for clients to get to where they would like to be.
Keydra practices providing clients with a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to feel comfortable with the therapeutic process. She has
worked with a wide population range from youth to adulthood, LGBTQIA+, POC and Non-POC. Keydra has worked with clients going through various life changes, trauma, domestic violence, various types of abuse, depression, grief, anxiety, ADHD, and criminal justice involvement.
Keydra works from an integrative model; she modifies treatment so that it best fits the client, but she has a strong foundation in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Child-adolescent Play therapy. Keydra wants to be able to provide each client with the space to feel heard, set goals, feel challenged and build coping skills that each client can incorporate in daily living to live a satisfying life.
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