Business Details
We are a licensed independent clinical social worker with a private practice in Washington, DC. For the past eight years, we have served clients in the DC Metro region, building on over fifteen years of experience across diverse therapeutic settings. Our practice specializes in individual and couples psychotherapy, addressing a wide spectrum of mental health challenges and life transitions. We prioritize creating a safe, trusting environment that fosters a strong therapeutic alliance, which we believe is the foundation for lasting growth. Clients who engage with us often experience increased empowerment and a clearer sense of purpose in their personal and relational lives. Our credentials include a psychology degree from the University of Maryland, a masters in social work from Howard University, and licensure as a clinical social worker (LC3000731).
We have a proven track record working in crisis intervention, residential counseling, inpatient psychiatric care, outpatient chemical dependence treatment, and specialized HIV/AIDS programs. This breadth of experience equips us to tailor interventions that are both evidencebased and deeply attuned to individual client needs. We integrate psychodynamic and cognitivebehavioral techniques to help clients recognize and modify selfsabotaging patterns. Our professional standards are guided by ethical practice, ongoing supervision, and a commitment to cultural humility and inclusivity. Ultimately, we strive to help each client achieve meaningful change and a stronger, more authentic sense of self.
We have a proven track record working in crisis intervention, residential counseling, inpatient psychiatric care, outpatient chemical dependence treatment, and specialized HIV/AIDS programs. This breadth of experience equips us to tailor interventions that are both evidencebased and deeply attuned to individual client needs. We integrate psychodynamic and cognitivebehavioral techniques to help clients recognize and modify selfsabotaging patterns. Our professional standards are guided by ethical practice, ongoing supervision, and a commitment to cultural humility and inclusivity. Ultimately, we strive to help each client achieve meaningful change and a stronger, more authentic sense of self.
Highlights and features
- We have over fifteen years of proven therapeutic experience.
- We specialize in psychodynamic and cognitivebehavioral integration.
- We offer individualized and couples sessions tailored to diverse clients.
- We maintain strict confidentiality and ethical clinical standards.
- We provide a safe, trusting environment that fosters lasting growth.
Services
Individual Psychotherapy
Individual Psychotherapy at SCL Psychotherapy addresses personal mental health challenges through evidencebased techniques. Tailored for adults in Washington, DC, this service helps clients uncover and transform selfsabotaging patterns, enhance selfawareness, and achieve lasting empowerment. Clients report reduced anxiety, depression, and improved life satisfaction after consistent weekly sessions.
Couples Therapy
Couples Therapy at SCL Psychotherapy strengthens relational dynamics through psychodynamic and cognitivebehavioral approaches. Designed for partners facing communication, trust, or identity challenges, the sessions facilitate honest dialogue and mutual understanding. Couples frequently experience heightened intimacy, reduced conflict, and a renewed sense of shared purpose.
Grief and Loss Counseling
Grief and Loss Counseling at SCL Psychotherapy supports individuals navigating the emotional aftermath of death or significant loss. Using compassionate, evidencebased interventions, we help clients process feelings, rebuild identity, and develop adaptive coping strategies. Many patients report renewed hope and a healthier relationship with their memories after consistent sessions.
HIV/AIDS Counseling
HIV/AIDS Counseling at SCL Psychotherapy offers culturally sensitive support for African American men and sexual minorities affected by HIV/AIDS. We provide individual, group, and couples interventions that address stigma, medication adherence, and mental health. Clients often achieve improved selfesteem, reduced anxiety, and stronger social support networks.
Crisis Hotline Counseling
Crisis Hotline Counseling at SCL Psychotherapy delivers immediate, confidential support for suicide prevention and acute emotional distress. Trained professionals respond swiftly, offering safety planning and crisis deescalation techniques tailored to each caller. Many callers report feeling heard, supported, and guided toward appropriate followup care.
