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As a person-centered therapist, I believe that the client is the expert in their lives and the therapeutic relationship is importa...
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As a person-centered therapist, I believe that the client is the expert in their lives and the therapeutic relationship is important in therapy.
Startasha Dillard is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia and the District of Columbia. She has 16 years of experience in the behavioral health field. She has worked with individuals with both mental health and substance use disorders. She has worked with adults seeking help with addiction, anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, anger, and relationship issues. She creates a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals to share, and she always maintains an open ear, flexibility, and awareness necessary to meet the unique needs of the individual.
Startasha has completed her Doctor of Education in Counselor Education and Supervision, and her Master of Art in Community Counseling from Argosy University. She utilizes collaborative, supportive, person-centered, strength-based, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused approaches to therapy.
Startasha seeks to provide a supportive space to assist you in navigating personal challenges and life transitions. Through collaborating and increasing your self-understanding, therapeutic work can assist you in reaching your goals and learning skills to prevent future distress.
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As a queer Black woman within the field of psychotherapy, I have become acutely aware of one thing: my responsibility to simply sh...
As a queer Black woman within the field of psychotherapy, I have become acutely aware of one thing: my responsibility to simply show up authentically and hold space for your healing.
Dr. Tiara Carter is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 3 years of experience. She specializes in trauma-informed therapy for women and communities of color, with a focus on cultural humility, emotional safety, and empowerment. Dr. Carter’s therapeutic style is warm, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that healing occurs when individuals feel seen, heard, and affirmed. She strives to create culturally inclusive spaces for growth, resilience, and transformation.
Dr. Carter earned her Doctorate in International Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. She utilizes evidence-based approaches such as dialectical behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and narrative therapy to support clients.
Dr. Carter honors the complexity of her clients’ lived experiences and offers therapy as a space for healing, clarity, and connection. She works well with adults and emerging professionals seeking authenticity, emotional resilience, and a therapist who understands the intersection of race, culture, and mental health.
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Addiction counseling therapists at Thriveworks in Washington, DC can help people manage their urges to use the substance or engage in the activity they’re addicted to. In addition, it can help people manage the challenges that stem from their addiction, from relationship issues to problems at work, as well as those whose addiction may stem from issues like trauma.
Addiction counseling at Thriveworks in Washington, DC works by helping one understand the underlying causes of their addiction, teaching them coping strategies, and recognizing their specific triggers. Long-term or ongoing addiction counseling can also help to prevent relapse.
Addiction counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The length of addiction counseling depends on the individual’s needs, the extent and severity of their addiction, and the problems that might stem from it. That said, people can make meaningful progress in addiction counseling in the first weeks to months.
Addiction can take many forms. There are chemical addictions—such as alcoholism, and addiction to other drugs—and then there are non-chemical addictions, which include gambling addiction, sex addiction, internet addiction, video game addiction, shopping addiction, and others. While people differentiate “chemical” and “non-chemical”, in truth—for the addict—both literal drugs and non-chemical addictions like gambling create a strong chemical response in the addicted person’s brain.
The important thing for you to know is that you can get help and get clean from whatever it is that’s binding you to your addiction. At Thriveworks Washington, DC, our therapists, counselors, and coaches have years of experience helping people break free from addiction. Let’s talk, to see if our care is a good fit for you. Call us today at (202) 221-8410 to schedule an appointment.
Addiction doesn’t follow a linear path. Instead, an individual can be addicted to a variety of substances or behaviors (as we mentioned above). Additionally, the individual can experience a variety of symptoms! Your addiction counselor can help you to better understand your symptoms, including how to manage them. For now, here is a list of common addiction symptoms:
If you experience any combination of the above symptoms as a result of your substance use or repetitive behavior, you might have an addiction problem. And it’s important that you get the help that you need, right now. Consider working with an addiction counselor at Thriveworks Washington, DC (Metro Center). Our professionals care about you and they want to help you live a better life. They are equipped to help you better manage your symptoms and make progress toward a life free of addiction.
Here at Thriveworks Washington, DC, we understand just how difficult it can be to manage your addiction. But we also know that it is possible and we want to help you make that possibility a reality. The counselors and therapists at Thriveworks are leaders in their field and they have helped many clients, just like you, to find health and happiness again.
It might be hard for you to admit that you have a problem. We respect and understand that. But the first step in getting help is admitting that you need help. Don’t worry, our therapists will keep your information confidential. Additionally, they will offer a judgment-free space that optimizes healing.
Our most important mission at Thriveworks Washington, DC is to help people live happier, healthier lives. Sometimes, this means helping our clients through an addiction. If you are struggling with an addiction, reach out to Thriveworks Washington, DC today. We have counselors and therapists on staff who are experts in helping people to manage their addiction symptoms, recover, and stay sober.
When you call to schedule your appointment, a scheduling specialist will help you through the quick and easy process. They’ll quickly assess your needs and then set you up with a counselor or therapist with the right skillset and training to best help you. If you are ready to book your session, give Thriveworks Washington, DC a call at (202) 221-8410.
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