Therapists in District of Columbia

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have extensive education and experience utilizing a variety of therapeutic approaches to assist individuals who are working to address a wide array of issues. My warm and inviting personality always puts an emphasis on working from a strength based perspective to help people live their best lives.

My specialties focus on adults experiencing separation and divorce; depression; anxiety; caregiver and compassion fatigue; COVID stressors; grief; and loss. My clinical approach encompasses several evidence-based therapeutic modalities and is delivered in a compassionate and meaningful way. My extensive years of therapeutic experience in developing coping skills; managing stressors; and navigating through crises have led many to a path of emotional wellness. I will work with you to tailor a client-centered approach that specifically addresses your goals and needs!

Welcome! You have taken the biggest step to ensure your mental health is cared for and I am excited to help you reach “Beyond [your] Dynamic Potential”. I have experience with various traumas from childhood to adult; relationship challenges; LGBTQ challenges and many more. I am flexible and accommodating to the needs of my clients. I like to ensure you feel comfortable when exploring your chosen topics by working at your pace.**Available for chat only**

Beverly is a Dual Board Certified Doctorally prepared Nurse Practitioner with board certifications in Family /Psychiatric Mental Health with over 20 years of experience as a NP. Bev attended Towson University (BS / Doctorate); University of MD (FNP); Johns Hopkins University (PMHNP). She's passionate about providing high quality care to all from pregnancy thru geriatrics become the best you.15 years as a Forensic NP. Experienced with a wide variety of mental health illnesses. Excited to work with this innovative technology - telehealth. She has flexible scheduling! Loves spending time with her family!

I am a Doctorate level Licensed Clinical Social Worker; certified financial social worker; working as a catalyst for change in the helping profession for 10+ years. I love being a helping professional. I guide others in overcoming their challenges; making difficult decisions or transitions; and improving general mood and functioning. I use a person-centered approach; believing that YOU are an equally important partner in the helping relationship. I use Solution-Focused Therapy; Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy; Mindfulness; Play Therapy and other evidenced based models to meet needs during therapy.

My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect; sensitivity; and compassion; and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral; humanistic; psychodynamic and rational-emotive counseling. It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you. I am here for you!

Welcome my name is Andjie Cherichel and I am licensed with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with navigating different systems; relationship issues; family conflicts; trauma and abuse; & motivation; self esteem; and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

My name is Yolanda Cockerham and I am a member of the TalkSpace prescribers team! I am currently based in Louisiana and grew up in New Orleans. I completed my Post Master’s Degree at Southeastern Louisiana University and am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I am skilled in assessing and treating a variety of mental health disorders including Anxiety/PTSD; Major Depression; Bipolar; Mood Disorders; and Schizophrenia. My hobbies outside of work are cooking; baking; gardening; exercising; and traveling. I look forward to getting to know you as you progress towards wellness.

I have been a mental health care professional for two decades. I have worked with clients of all ages. Black; Indigenous; and People of Color (BIPOC) youth have been my primary audience. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy because our thoughts; feelings; and behaviors are connected. However; I use other treatment modalities to help clients gain insight into their thoughts; feelings; and behavior. Ultimately; my role as your therapist is to help you gather all the tools you need to thrive. What does winning look like to you? Let’s talk about it.

Nailah received her Bachelor of Social Work degree in 2005 and her Master of Social Work degree in 2006 through the Radford School of Social Work Advance Standing program. Nailah received her clinical license in Virginia in May 2012 and later she received her clinical license in District of Columbia and the state of Maryland. Nailah has been working in the field of mental health and human services for the past 25 years with a focus on helping individuals; couples; and families overcome the obstacles that stand in the way of their inevitable success.