Anxiety Therapy in Washington, DC
Help for worry, panic, and the feeling that your mind won't slow down.
Does therapy help with anxiety?
Yes. Psychotherapy is one of the most studied treatments for anxiety, and research consistently shows it helps most people who stay with it. Therapy teaches you to understand what drives your anxiety, respond to it differently, and rely less on avoidance to get through the day.
What is anxiety therapy like?
Your first session is a conversation about what you're experiencing and what you want to change. Over the next sessions, you and your therapist build a plan together. Some sessions focus on practical tools you can use right away. Others look at the patterns underneath the anxiety, such as perfectionism, people-pleasing, or old experiences that taught your body to stay on alert.
Signs therapy could help
- Constant worry that's hard to turn off
- Panic attacks or sudden waves of fear
- Trouble sleeping because your mind keeps racing
- Avoiding situations, people, or tasks because of fear
- Physical tension: tight chest, stomach problems, headaches
- Social anxiety or fear of being judged
- Work stress or burnout that won't let up
How we work
We draw on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic psychotherapy, and trauma-informed care. CBT helps you notice and shift anxious thought patterns. Psychodynamic work explores where those patterns came from. For clients in DC, in-person Somatic Experiencing is also available for anxiety that lives in the body.
We do not prescribe medication. If medication might help, we work alongside your prescriber or help you find one.
Practical information
Telehealth across five states
Secure video sessions are available to adults in Washington, DC, Maryland, Virginia, New Jersey, and New York.
In person
Limited in-person sessions are available at 2001 L Street NW, Suite 500, Washington, DC.
Insurance
We are in-network with CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Evernorth/Cigna, and Optum/UnitedHealthcare. Contact us and we'll help you check your coverage.
Frequently asked questions
Can therapy help with anxiety without medication?
For many people, yes. Therapy alone is often effective. For others, therapy combined with medication works best. We'll talk through what fits you.
How long does anxiety therapy take?
It varies. Some people feel a difference within a few months. Others with long-standing anxiety benefit from longer-term work.
Is online therapy for anxiety as effective as in-person?
Research generally finds video therapy works well for anxiety, and many people find it easier to start from home.
Start with a Confidential Inquiry
Reach out through our Confidential Inquiry form. Your message is private, and we'll respond to set up a time to talk about fit.
Reviewed by Joseph W LaFleur, MSW, MBA, LICSW