Online therapy in Washington, DC

Explore online therapists and medication management providers in Washington, DC. Compare their approach and availability, then contact providers directly.
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Online therapy can make it easier to compare providers by fit, availability, insurance, and specialty without limiting your search to the offices closest to home, work, or campus. This page helps you find therapists licensed in Washington, DC who offer online care, so you can compare providers across the District instead of searching only near your neighborhood or Metro stop. Use the directory filters to narrow results by specialty, therapy modality, language, age group, insurance, and whether you want therapy, medication management, or both. From Capitol Hill to Anacostia, online care can help you look for a better fit.

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Lisa Ansel, PhD

Ansel Psychology PLLC

PhD

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“Give me your tired, your overwhelmed, your sensitive! My favorite population to work with is Highly Sensitive Persons and all flavors of Neurodivergents! I am also skilled in complex trauma and attachment therapy. I further specialize in working with those with chronic illness or autoimmune presentations. I see adults ages 20 years and older. LGBTQIA+ Friend.”
Services:
Individual Therapy, Testing and Evaluations
Specialties:
Attachment · Autism · Dementia · Grief · Highly Sensitive People (HSP) · Menopause & Perimenopause · Trauma & PTSD
Minal Nebhnani

Honest Space Psychotherapy

LPCC

Licensed In:
California, Texas, Washington, DC
“I specialize in anxiety, self-esteem, relationship skills, couples, parenting and big life changes for individuals and couples. I see a lot of mixed race/ethnicity/religion couples as well as couples where one or both partners are neurodivergent. My caseload tends to be predominantly filled w/ clients from Indian, Asia, 1st and 2nd-generation and BIPOC professionals as well as immigrants - especially those navigating the tech industry. There is no need for prior therapy.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Burnout · Executive Coaching · Immigrant & Refugee Mental Health · Older Adults & Aging · Panic · Perfectionism · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem
Kristin Whiting-Davis

KWD Wellness

LCSW-C

Licensed In:
Maryland, Virginia, Washington, DC
“I work with adults who are burned out, grieving, anxious, overwhelmed, or carrying more than they can keep holding alone. Many of my clients are healthcare providers, therapists, caregivers, and helping professionals navigating emotional labor, workplace stress, ethical tension, trauma exposure, pet loss, life transitions, and the exhaustion of always pushing through. I also recognize that stress does not happen in a vacuum. Workplaces, systems, family roles, culture, caregiving demands, and financial pressure can all shape what people are carrying.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Burnout · Grief · Relationship Issues · Trauma & PTSD
Dr Dorian Kondas

Awakenings Counseling

MA, PhD

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“I've had the privilege of working with a wide variety of diverse adult clients--perhaps like you! I provide individual and group therapy (currently not couples or family therapy). Coming from both a generalist and specialist background, I'm able to work with many concerns that could include any of the following: PTSD and trauma (of many kinds) Queer / LGBTQ issues Racial/Ethnic concerns Depression and anxiety Grief, loss, transitions Relationship or family conflict Aging, chronic illness / pain / HIV/AIDS Sexuality, gender, body shame Sexual addiction / compulsion Academic stress and achievement Recovering from narcissistic abuse Interpersonal issues in group therapy Religious trauma, conflict and cult recovery Job stress, burnout, and finding "calling" Student, academic and career concerns Adverse experiences from prayer and meditation Racial discrimination / recovering from hate crime Climate change distress / political anxiety / social justice concerns.”
Services:
Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Sex Therapy
Specialties:
Aging · Anger Management · Anxiety · Attachment · Behavioral Issues · Burnout · Career Counseling · Caregiver Support · Chronic Pain and Illness · Codependency · Depression · Divorce · End-of-Life · Faith-Based Care · Gender Identity · Grief · Infidelity / Affair Recovery · Life Transitions · Men’s Mental Health · Out-of-Control Sexual Behavior · Panic · Relationship Issues · Religious Trauma & Spiritual Abuse · Self Esteem · Sexual Abuse · Spiritual Abuse · Spirituality · Suicidal Ideation · Trauma & PTSD
Richard R Rogers

Rogers Therapy PLLC

PhD

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, DC, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“Couples, Adults, Young Adults, Teens & Older Children”
Services:
Clinical Supervision, Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Depression · Executive Coaching · Men’s Mental Health · Mood Disorders
Danielle Polifroni

Ember Psychotherapy Collective

LPC

Licensed In:
Colorado, Florida, Washington, DC
“Many of my clients may look successful on the outside but feel stuck in the same painful patterns underneath. They find themselves overthinking relationships, questioning their worth, people-pleasing, struggling to set boundaries, or feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, self-doubt, and disconnection. They know something needs to change, but they're not sure how to get there. For over 18 years, I've helped individuals understand the deeper roots of these struggles and create lasting change. Together, we'll explore the patterns that keep showing up in your life—not with judgment or shame, but with curiosity and compassion.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anger Management · Bipolar Disorder · Dissociative Disorders · Grief · Infidelity / Affair Recovery · Life Transitions · Men’s Mental Health · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Parent-Child Bonding & Attachment · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Sexual Abuse · Suicidal Ideation · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Dr. Amy Karbasi

Roan Psychology, PLLC

PsyD

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“I helps adults with chronic pain and illness navigate the physical and emotional challenges of their conditions so they can reclaim their lives. You’ve been living with chronic pain or illness for months or years. You’ve been to countless appointments, gotten multiple opinions, and tried what seems like every treatment there is, and you’re still struggling. You feel exhausted, frustrated, and isolated. You feel trapped by pain and symptoms, and you just want your life back. You want a different way forward. Your symptoms are real, and you don't have to figure out how to heal alone. I provide specialized care for complex, poorly understood, and often "invisible" conditions, such as back pain, fibromyalgia, CRPS, migraines, dysautonomia, chronic fatigue, and many others. If you're looking for an experienced, compassionate psychologist and a different approach, we may be a good fit. I'll focus on helping you build a life that feels full and meaningful—not one defined by pain or illness.”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Chronic Pain and Illness · Insomnia & Sleep Disorders · Trauma & PTSD · Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Dana Martinez

Dana Martinez, PsyD, LLC

PsyD

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“adolescent, young adults, adults”
Services:
Child Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), Parenting Therapy, Teen Therapy, Testing and Evaluations
Specialties:
ADHD · Adoption · Anxiety · Attachment · Behavioral Issues · Codependency · Depression · Disability · Dissociative Disorders · Divorce · Eating Disorders · Educational and Learning Disabilities · Grief · Immigrant & Refugee Mental Health · Personality Disorders · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Self-Harming · Sexual Abuse · Spirituality · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Jamie Hakim

Hakim Psychological Services

PsyD

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“Adults seeking psychological testing (e.g., ADHD, autism); Adults with OCD”
Services:
Individual Therapy, Testing and Evaluations
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Autism · Dementia · Depression · Educational and Learning Disabilities · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Kate Deatrich

Kate Deatrich PsyD PLLC

PsyD

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“I specialize in adolescent and adult survivors of abuse and trauma. This includes childhood abuse, sexual abuse/assault, complex PTSD, and medical trauma. Another specialty of mine is chronic pain and illness, including syndromes that are difficult to diagnose and treat. I also particularly enjoy working with folks in the LGBTQ+ community.”
Services:
Individual Therapy, Testing and Evaluations
Specialties:
Chronic Pain and Illness · Dissociative Disorders · Gender Identity · Pregnancy, Postpartum & Perinatal Mental Health · Self-Harming · Sexual Abuse · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Miranda Denison

Denison Psychological Services

PhD

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, DC, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and stretched thin are common experiences for the folks I work with. Many of my clients struggle with burnout, perfectionism, self-criticism, insomnia, relationship stress, or the sense that they're not quite "doing enough." Sometimes big transitions, like early parenthood, career shifts, or divorce are contributing to this, and sometimes it's just due to patterns folks have learned that were once helpful for surviving day to day, but aren't serving them anymore. The clients I work with often want to find relief from anxiety, depression, or OCD, but also improve their sense of balance in their lives, working toward creating sustainable change.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Burnout · Consensual Non-Monogamy · Depression · Divorce · Life Transitions · Men’s Mental Health · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Panic · Perfectionism · Phobias · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Women’s Mental Health
Edward Geraty

INSITE Integrative Services LLC

LCSW-C, LICSW, LCSW

Licensed In:
Delaware, Florida, Maryland, New York, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, DC, West Virginia
“Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Relationships, Work/Life Balance, Couples and Marriage Therapy, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Men's Issues, Trauma, End of Life Issues, Grief / Bereavement, Family Issues, Stress Management, Gay / Lesbian / Bisexual Issues, Existential Issues.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Addiction · Anger Management · Anxiety · Attachment · Behavioral Issues · Bipolar Disorder · Cancer · Career Counseling · Caregiver Support · Chronic Pain and Illness · Codependency · Depression · Divorce · End-of-Life · Executive Coaching · Faith-Based Care · Gender Identity · Grief · Infidelity / Affair Recovery · Insomnia & Sleep Disorders · Men’s Mental Health · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Older Adults & Aging · Out-of-Control Sexual Behavior · Panic · Personality Disorders · Phobias · Religious Trauma & Spiritual Abuse · Self Esteem · Spiritual Abuse · Trauma & PTSD

Finding online care in Washington, DC

Online therapy can be especially practical in Washington, DC because daily life often crosses neighborhoods, work sites, schools, and transit schedules. A provider who is easy to meet with online may be simpler than trying to travel from Ward 8 to Northwest, fit an appointment around government or nonprofit work hours., or get across town during peak traffic. It can also help students at Georgetown, George Washington University, Howard, American, Catholic, and other DC campuses compare therapists beyond the few offices closest to campus. Because DC is closely connected with Maryland and Virginia, it is worth telling a provider where you will physically be during sessions, especially if your schedule changes. As you compare options, look for someone whose specialties, style, availability, fees, insurance participation, and payment options match what you need. The resources below can help with license checks or additional support if needed.

Online therapy in Washington, DC: common questions

How do I use this page to find the right fit for online therapy in Washington, DC?

Start by filtering for the type of care you want, such as individual therapy, couples counseling, family therapy, medication management, or testing. Then narrow by specialty, insurance, language, age group, and appointment availability. Open a few profiles and compare each provider’s approach, fees, telehealth format, and experience with your concerns. The best fit is usually someone who is licensed to see clients in Washington, DC and feels practical to meet with consistently.

What should I ask before booking with a therapist?

Before booking, ask whether the provider is licensed to see clients in Washington, DC, whether they offer openings that match your schedule, and how sessions are held. It is also helpful to ask about fees, insurance billing, cancellation policies, privacy expectations, and experience with your main concern. If you are choosing between providers, ask what therapy style they use and how you will set goals together.

Does my online therapist have to live in Washington, DC, and what happens if I travel out of state?

Your online therapist does not necessarily have to live in Washington, DC, but they should be licensed or otherwise authorized to serve you where you are located during the session. This matters if you spend time in Maryland, Virginia, another state, or travel often. Tell the provider before meeting from outside DC. You can also search for therapists licensed in multiple states if your location changes.

What types of mental health services are available online through telehealth in Washington, DC?

Telehealth options in Washington, DC may include individual therapy, child or teen therapy, couples counseling, family therapy, group therapy, medication management, and testing and evaluations. Availability depends on the provider, your needs, and whether the service can be done safely and effectively online. Use filters to compare service type, age group, specialty, and scheduling before requesting an appointment.

Can I find medication management providers here, and how is medication management different from online therapy?

Yes. Some providers in the directory offer medication management, which is different from therapy. Therapy focuses on talking through concerns, building coping skills, changing patterns, and improving relationships. Medication management focuses on evaluating symptoms, discussing medication options, prescribing when appropriate, and following up on side effects or dosage changes. If you need a controlled substance prescription, check directly with the provider because telehealth prescribing rules and provider policies can vary.

Where can I start if I need lower-cost or public mental health support in Washington, DC?

If cost is a concern, start with the DC Department of Behavioral Health, which connects residents to public mental health and substance use services. The Access HelpLine can help you understand available options, and the Behavioral Health Resource Directory may help you locate community-based providers. You can also compare directory profiles for sliding-scale fees, self-pay rates, insurance, and whether a provider offers lower-cost openings. Find links in the resources section below.

How do I verify a therapist’s or prescriber’s Washington, DC license?

Use the DC Health professional license search to look up a provider by name, license type, or other details. You can check whether the license appears active and whether the profession matches the service you are seeking, such as counseling, social work, psychology, medicine, nursing, or physician assistant practice. If anything is unclear, ask the provider for their license type and full name as listed with DC Health.

Does insurance cover online therapy in Washington, DC, and how does payment usually work?

Coverage depends on your plan, provider, and service type. Before scheduling, ask whether the provider is in network, whether online sessions are covered the same way as in-person care, and what your copay, deductible, or coinsurance may be. If a provider is out of network, ask about self-pay rates, superbills, and payment timing. For District Medicaid, marketplace, employer, or student plans, verify benefits directly with your insurer.

What technology or privacy setup do I need for virtual sessions?

Most online therapy appointments work best in a private location with a reliable internet connection. A computer or laptop is often ideal, though a phone or tablet may work depending on the provider and platform. Many sessions happen by video, but some services may use phone calls, secure messaging, texting, or email. Ask ahead about privacy expectations and whether your provider allows sessions from work, school, parked cars, or other locations.

When is online therapy not the right choice?

Online therapy may not be the best fit during an immediate crisis, when emergency support is needed, when a higher level of care is required, or when you do not have a private space or reliable internet connection. It may also be limited for concerns that need in-person evaluation or intensive support. If you are in immediate danger or need urgent help, contact local emergency services or call or text 988 right away.

Washington, DC mental health resources

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Official national crisis service for immediate mental health, suicide, substance use, and emotional support by phone, text, or chat.

DC Behavioral Health Resource Directory

Description: Official directory for finding District mental health and substance use programs, supports, and service providers.

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Washington DC

Provides crisis guidance, National Alliance on Mental Illness helpline details, and links to support options.

DC Health License Verification Portal

Primary-source DC Health portal for checking professional licenses across behavioral health and medical prescribing professions.

DC Health Social Work Licensing

DC Health board page for social work licensure, including Licensed Independent Clinical Social Workers and related credentials.

DC Health Professional Counseling Licensing

DC Health board page for professional counselors, including licensing information for counselors serving District clients.

DC Health Marriage and Family Therapy Licensing

DC Health licensing page for marriage and family therapists providing relationship, couple, and family-focused care in DC.

DC Health Psychology Licensing

DC Health board page for psychologists and psychology associates, including licensure information and board oversight details.

DC Health Board of Medicine

Official DC board for physicians, psychiatrists, and physician assistants, with licensing and oversight information.

DC Health Board of Nursing

Official DC board for nursing licensure, including registered nurses and advanced practice registered nurses.

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