Women continue to face discriminatory practices, attitudes, and institutions even in modern society, and these issues may affect their mental health. Women may choose to enter counseling for gender-related issues or other mental health concerns, and, as a result of their gender experience, women’s issues come up within therapy.
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Many types of therapy can assist people with women’s issues. Feminist Therapy approaches counseling that centers on women’s and other genders besides men’s experiences, focusing on relationships, social understanding, empowerment, and advocating for equality. Women may also feel comfortable in group therapy with other women, as being surrounded by people who can understand their experiences can be therapeutic.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Women's Issues
Hello, I am Dr. Regina Lawson. I am an inclusive, affirming, and accepting, Licensed Clinical Therapist in the District of Columbia. I have over 17 years of experience in providing individual and family therapy. I am passionate and committed to assisting clients on their path to living their best life. I practice a person-centered approach recognizing and valuing that my clients are the expert ...
Although every experience is as unique as the person, most of my clients want a life worth living and have exhausted their resources and abilities to manage their symptoms through trauma. I want to help people overcome challenges, and to also develop resilience, strengths, and build lasting connections with those around them. The process of healing leads directly to a process of self-discovery,...
Dr. Cecilia Frometa is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Assistant Professor at Yale University School of Medicine. She is a core faculty member within the Psychology Section at the Child Study Center and teaches several courses including Family Therapy and Cultural Diversity. Dr. Frometa additionally leads state-wide training coordination for a child and family centered psychiatric model...
Annie is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has worked primarily with adults in various outpatient settings. Annie has experience providing psychotherapy services in trauma-informed behavioral health and dual-diagnosis substance use treatment facilities. Prior to becoming a counselor, Annie was involved in the healthcare field, specializing in helping to facilitate patient centered care and...
There are times in life when our experiences can leave us feeling isolated, alone, unloved and questioning whether we are "good enough." We may struggle to trust others or the world around us; doubting, hating, hurting or numbing ourselves in an attempt to alleviate pain. Experiences of trauma or significant stressors in our past can lead to continued pain in the present. I specialize in workin...
Relationships permeate every aspect of our lives, from our most intimate relationships at home, to our relationships with colleagues at work, and every type of relationship in-between. Often times through relationships we experience our highest highs and our lowest lows. The relationships and experiences we have often impact how we relate to others as well as how we see and relate to ourselves....
At the Family Services Center I take a systemic and wholistic approach to all therapeutic services. What does this mean? Well instead of focusing on one person and their health I look at how all the different parts of a family are impacting that person and how that person is impacting the family and its members. I know that people don’t live in a vacuum and we influence and impact others around...
I am a trauma-informed therapist trained in EMDR, brainspotting, breathwork and also incorporate DBT skills into my sessions. I enjoy weaving ceremony and ritual into my work with an emphasis on grounding and personal spiritual connection. Using an attachment-focused lens, I work with clients to improve communication and connection in their relationships. I believe we are are interconnected...
You have made the decision to seek out help. You need to decide where to go and with whom you will share your story. If you're confused, and trying to figure all of that out, then you have started at the right place. I am here to be supportive, and be an advocate without judgement, and someone with whom you can be honest. I understand that not all friends and family members understand who we ar...
**Teletherapy services** I am a cognitive behavioral therapist, and I treat children and adults who are experiencing feelings of anxiety, depression, and stress over life transitions. With warmth, empathy, and a collaborative approach, I will help you develop coping skills, address unhealthy patterns of thinking, and support you through the challenges you face. In a time where so many things se...
**Accepting new clients and available online** You find yourself unable to think about anything other than food. You consistently shame your body and obsess about your weight. You think "I'll start over tomorrow", but never seem to take the first step. You want your life to change, to be filled with purpose, peace, and finally to feel a sense of balance. You want clarity to live a more authenti...
Christine Turo-Shields brings hope and humor, energy and enthusiasm to her work with children, families, and adults. For over 30 years, she has provided therapy in a variety of settings, including individual, marital, family and group counseling. Her expertise is rich with various clinical passion areas, including treating anxiety/panic disorders, abuse/trauma/PTSD, depression, women’s issues,...
I have many years of counseling with individuals, couples, families and children. Creating a safe, welcoming space where healing, learning, growing can occur is essential for the therapeutic process which takes many forms, and is based on the needs of each person, couple or family. The therapeutic process is a shared journey and in my counseling role I help support and guide the process. My...
I appreciate that many of my clients are at a crossroads in their lives, already feeling vulnerable, confused, and unsure whether change is possible. My philosophy is that change is possible, and through education, collaboration, and thoughtful treatment goals everyone is capable of finding that change. I develop an individualized and structured recovery plan for each client, focused on the...
Life is 10% of what happens to you and 90% how you handle it. I am here to help you "handle it." Together, we'll devote our time cultivating growth, self-awareness and building upon the strengths you already have, but aren't aware of. With over 15 years of experience in the mental health field, I am familiar with and have used different modalities of counseling, to form to the clients' needs. I...
