Paul J. Schmidt

I am a licensed clinical psychologist practicing near Dupont Circle in Washington, DC with training from the George Washington University and the Washington Baltimore Center for Psychoanalysis. I have been successful in helping adolescents and adults coping with issues such as stress/anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges alleviate their discomfort. I put a high premium on creating a non-judgmental, safe environment where we can collaboratively explore life patterns that cause pain and sadness as I work to empower patients to establish more positive coping strategies that will lead to lasting relief. Just as no two people are the same, neither are their struggles.  I approach each case with curiosity and an interest in understanding the subtle nuances that bring them to therapy.  My interactive approach focuses on building a strong rapport through creating an environment of empathy and respect for the patients I work with.