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Best Therapists And Counselors in Washington, D.C., DC (2026)

1,068 therapists and counselors ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Washington, D.C.: Moxie College Counseling, RP Score 79/100; 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 17

    Most-reviewed: Psychiatric Institute of Washington, 354 Google reviews at 3.4★, the most of 1,068 ranked; ranked #17.

Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

1,068 Washington, D.C. therapists and counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 369 open Saturdays and 148 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 1,068 rated practices.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in Washington, D.C. at a glance

Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in Washington, D.C. at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Moxie College Counseling795.0★ (24)Washington, D.C.Sat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Adriana Silva | Therapy & Mental Health - Licensed Counselor785.0★ (5)Washington, D.C.Sat · Sun · Evenings—
3Cushing Counseling Sex and Couples Therapy785.0★ (5)Washington, D.C.Sat · Sun · Evenings—
4Headspace & Wellness Clinic | Outpatient Mental Health Services in Washington, DC785.0★ (4)Washington, D.C.Sat · Sun · Evenings—
5One Medical Primary Care Clinic - Adams Morgan774.6★ (120)Washington, D.C.Sat · Sun—
6Everbe Therapy775.0★ (27)Arlington, 2 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7Pristine Mental Healthcare775.0★ (34)Washington, D.C.Sat · Sun · Evenings—
8New Town Wellness775.0★ (27)Washington, D.C.Sat · Sun—
9Quincy Therapy765.0★ (17)Washington, D.C.Sat · Sun · Evenings—
10Dubry Counseling Group765.0★ (16)Washington, D.C.Sat · Sun · Evenings—

The 1,068 best therapists and counselors in Washington, D.C., ranked

Ordered by RP Score, a 0–100 score from eight published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.

  1. Ranked #1 in Washington, D.C.

    #1 Moxie College Counseling

    Based in Washington, D.C.

    79/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    1750 H St NW #360, Washington, DC 20006
    View profile for Moxie College Counseling(202) 471-4674

  2. #2 Adriana Silva | Therapy & Mental Health - Licensed Counselor

    Based in Washington, D.C.

    78/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    2604 Connecticut Ave NW suite 202, Washington, DC 20008
    View profile for Adriana Silva | Therapy & Mental Health - Licensed Counselor(301) 204-1608

  4. #4 Headspace & Wellness Clinic | Outpatient Mental Health Services in Washington, DC

    Based in Washington, D.C.

    78/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    1901 Pennsylvania Ave NW Ste 900, Washington, DC 20006
    View profile for Headspace & Wellness Clinic | Outpatient Mental Health Services in Washington, DC(336) 283-7140

  6. #6 Everbe Therapy

    Based in Arlington, 2 mi away

    77/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    1600 Wilson Blvd #702, Arlington, VA 22209
    View profile for Everbe Therapy(571) 576-3172

  7. #7 Pristine Mental Healthcare

    Based in Washington, D.C.

    77/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 5.0★ from 34 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 34 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–10 PM
    Address
    1507 Erie St SE, Washington, DC 20020
    View profile for Pristine Mental Healthcare(202) 968-3191

  8. #8 New Town Wellness

    Based in Washington, D.C.

    77/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–6 PM
    Address
    3000 Connecticut Ave NW Ste 137A, Washington, DC 20008
    View profile for New Town Wellness(301) 327-0820

  9. #9 Quincy Therapy

    Based in Washington, D.C.

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 6 AM–5 PM · Tue 7 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 7 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun 8 AM–7 PM
    Address
    1660 L St NW Ste 503-2, Washington, DC 20036
    View profile for Quincy Therapy(202) 630-7107

  10. #10 Dubry Counseling Group

    Based in Washington, D.C.

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–9:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun 8 AM–9:30 PM
    Address
    2001 L St NW, Washington, DC 20036
    View profile for Dubry Counseling Group(202) 853-2403

  13. #13 The Viva Center

    Based in Washington, D.C.

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 4.3★ from 23 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.3★ from 23 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–9 PM · Sat 10 AM–2 PM · Sun 9 AM–12 PM
    Address
    1633 Q St NW Ste 200, Washington, DC 20009
    View profile for The Viva Center(202) 265-1000

  15. #15 Keith Miller Counseling, LLC

    Based in Washington, D.C.

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 4.5★ from 13 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.5★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–3 PM
    Address
    1320 19th St NW #200, Washington, DC 20036
    View profile for Keith Miller Counseling, LLC(202) 629-1949

  21. #21 Solid Ground Psychotherapy PLLC

    Based in Arlington, 4 mi away

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 116 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 116 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–11 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–11 PM
    Address
    3330 Washington Blvd Suite 600, Arlington, VA 22201
    View profile for Solid Ground Psychotherapy PLLC(872) 259-3679

  23. #23 Natalie V. Setliff, LMFT

    Based in Washington, D.C.

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    1660 L St NW #308, Washington, DC 20036
    View profile for Natalie V. Setliff, LMFT(202) 714-5773

  24. #24 Moksha Living LLC

    Based in Washington, D.C.

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 4.1★ from 9 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.1★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    1001 Connecticut Ave NW #300, Washington, DC 20036
    View profile for Moksha Living LLC(202) 660-1319

  25. #25 BASICS ABA Therapy

    Based in Washington, D.C.

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.5★ from 6 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.5★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    4005 20th St NE, Washington, DC 20018
    View profile for BASICS ABA Therapy(202) 656-9059

Therapists and counselors ranked #26 to #50

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in RP Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 1,068 ranked therapists and counselors here; the rest are on their profiles.

therapists and counselors in Washington, D.C., ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Camille a Clay LPC754.6★ (5)In Washington, D.C.
27Paul DelGrosso754.3★ (6)In Washington, D.C.
28Ehrhardt Therapy and Associates753.9★ (7)In Washington, D.C.
29New Era Recovery and Behavioral Health LLC - Mental Health Clinic754.8★ (83)In Washington, D.C.
30Emily West, LICSW755.0★ (3)In Washington, D.C.
31FMHS754.2★ (5)In Washington, D.C.
32Antonietta Corvasce, LLC744.0★ (4)In Washington, D.C.
33Parkhurst Associates Mental Health Services743.7★ (3)In Washington, D.C.
34Hayley Hoffman Psychotherapy744.0★ (3)In Washington, D.C.
35Compass Rose Counseling & Consultation, LLC745.0★ (26)In Washington, D.C.
36JFL & Associates Counseling Services LLC745.0★ (3)In Washington, D.C.
37Circle of Hope, LLC743.4★ (5)In Washington, D.C.
38HeartWerq743.3★ (4)In Washington, D.C.
39Sullivan Ginger M743.7★ (3)In Washington, D.C.
40Towanda Jackson, LMFT743.0★ (6)In Washington, D.C.
41Anchor Counseling Services743.3★ (16)In Washington, D.C.
42William Wendt Center For Loss742.3★ (3)In Washington, D.C.
43Rock Creek Therapy - In-person and Online Psychotherapy744.7★ (29)In Washington, D.C.
44Life Stride, Inc.743.1★ (14)In Washington, D.C.
45Tamara Pincus, LICSW742.0★ (4)In Washington, D.C.
46From the Core: Integrated Mind-Body Therapy735.0★ (5)1 mi
47Mission Connection735.0★ (8)5 mi
48Symmetry Counseling735.0★ (11)In Washington, D.C.
49Full Self Psychotherapy735.0★ (12)In Washington, D.C.
50DC Psychological Wellness Group735.0★ (8)In Washington, D.C.

Also serving Washington, D.C.

20 more therapists and counselors within 15 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a specialty we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked therapists and counselors serving Washington, D.C.
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Alicia H Clark, PsyD, PLLC3.4★ (5)In Washington, D.C.
Ancoras Psychology LLC5.0★ (2)In Washington, D.C.
Anna Rosch Psychology, LLC5.0★ (4)In Washington, D.C.
Ascensions Psychological and Community Services5.0★ (5)In Washington, D.C.
Audrey Chapman5.0★ (2)In Washington, D.C.
Betsy Mencher, Ph.D., LLC3.4★ (10)In Washington, D.C.
Bruce S. Gottlieb, PhD4.0★ (4)In Washington, D.C.
Campbell States Psychotherapy5.0★ (2)In Washington, D.C.
Genesis Psychiatric Solutions4.8★ (101)In Washington, D.C.
JR Mental Wellness Center5.0★ (3)In Washington, D.C.
Kimberly M. Martin, PSYD5.0★ (6)In Washington, D.C.
Maheen Patel, M.D. PLLC Psychiatry5.0★ (2)In Washington, D.C.
Michael Garber, LICSW4.0★ (4)In Washington, D.C.
Neill C Williams MD5.0★ (5)In Washington, D.C.
Pieur Wellness2.5★ (41)In Washington, D.C.
Reignite Psychological & Consulting Services LLC4.3★ (16)In Washington, D.C.
Rooted in Healing5.0★ (2)In Washington, D.C.
The Weekend Clinic DC3.4★ (5)In Washington, D.C.
Washington Medical Group, PC2.4★ (44)In Washington, D.C.
Washington Psychology Associates4.5★ (6)In Washington, D.C.

How we ranked Washington, D.C. therapists and counselors

We scored 1,068 Washington, D.C. therapists and counselors on eight factors, weighted as shown. A practice is ranked when its specialty is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Sponsored businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

RP Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Washington, D.C. data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Review volume5%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed practice on the listMeasured
Recency5%Share of Google reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability10%Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, and round-the-clock or same-day availabilityMeasured
Specialty focus25%How clearly the practice does this specialty (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity15%Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The practice has claimed its Ranked Psychologists profile (free or paid earn the same)Measured
Partnered5%The practice links to Ranked Psychologists from its own website with our badge, checked periodicallyMeasured

How to choose a therapist

  1. Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
  2. Make sure they regularly work with clients who have your concern, and ask what approach they use and why.
  3. Check which license they hold (for example LPC, LCSW, LMFT or RP) and look it up with the board or college that issued it.
  4. Ask about fees, insurance and the cancellation policy before the first session. In the US, if you are uninsured or paying yourself, you can ask for a good faith estimate of expected charges.
  5. Check practical fit: in-person or online sessions, evening times, and how soon they have an opening.
  6. After a few sessions, ask yourself whether you feel heard. Changing to a different provider is common and fine.

Questions to ask a therapist

  • Are you accepting new clients, and how soon could I start?
  • Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
  • How often do you work with concerns like mine?
  • Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
  • What do you charge per session, and do you take my insurance or provide a superbill?
  • Do you offer online sessions?
  • What is your cancellation policy?
  • What do you keep confidential, and when would you have to share information?

Terms explained

PhD / PsyD
Doctoral degrees in psychology. A PhD usually has a stronger research focus, a PsyD a stronger clinical focus; both can lead to a psychologist license.
Licensed psychologist
A person licensed by a state or provincial psychology board to practice psychology. The title is protected by law.
Psychological associate
In some states and provinces, a master’s-level practitioner licensed or registered by the psychology board, often with supervision requirements.
LPC / LMHC / LCPC
US licenses for professional or mental health counselors (the name differs by state). They provide counseling and therapy.
LCSW
Licensed clinical social worker: a master’s-level social worker licensed to provide therapy.
LMFT
Licensed marriage and family therapist: licensed to treat individuals, couples and families with a focus on relationships.
RP / RCC
Registered psychotherapist (Ontario) and registered clinical counsellor (British Columbia): Canadian titles for licensed therapy providers.
PSYPACT
An interstate agreement that lets psychologists licensed in a member state provide telepsychology to clients in other member states once they hold the required authorization.
Telehealth
Sessions held by secure video or phone instead of in person. The provider generally needs to be licensed where the client is located.
CBT
Cognitive behavioral therapy: a structured talk therapy that works on the links between thoughts, feelings and behavior.
DBT
Dialectical behavior therapy: a form of CBT that teaches skills for managing intense emotions and relationships.
ERP
Exposure and response prevention: a form of CBT used for OCD.

Therapists and counselors in Washington, D.C.: frequently asked questions

Who is the best therapist in Washington, D.C.?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked therapist in Washington, D.C., DC is Moxie College Counseling with an RP Score of 79/100. It has 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Adriana Silva | Therapy & Mental Health - Licensed Counselor (#2) and Cushing Counseling Sex and Couples Therapy (#3) follow. We ranked 1,068 therapists and counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many therapists and counselors are there in Washington, D.C.?

RankedPsychologists ranks 1,068 therapists and counselors serving Washington, D.C., DC. 46 of them are based in Washington, D.C.; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 15 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

What should I do if I need help right now?

In crisis or thinking about suicide? Call or text 988 (US and Canada), any time. In an emergency, call 911. This site cannot help in an emergency.

Which therapists and counselors in Washington, D.C. work on weekends?

369 of 1,068 ranked therapists and counselors post Saturday hours and 148 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Moxie College Counseling (#1), Adriana Silva | Therapy & Mental Health - Licensed Counselor (#2) and Cushing Counseling Sex and Couples Therapy (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Washington, D.C. therapists and counselors have?

The median Google rating among 1,068 rated therapists and counselors in Washington, D.C. is 4.8★, with a median of 9 reviews. Psychiatric Institute of Washington has the most, 354 reviews, and ranks #17. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does RankedPsychologists rank therapists and counselors?

Each therapist gets a 0–100 RP Score from eight published factors, led by reputation (25%), specialty focus (25%), proximity (15%) and availability (10%). A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only practices with a confirmed specialty and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do therapists and counselors outside Washington, D.C. count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the Washington, D.C. city center, our service radius for therapists and counselors. Each listing shows where the practice is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 15% of the RP Score, so a nearby practice gets a small edge.

Can therapists and counselors pay to rank higher on RankedPsychologists?

No. The RP Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured practices may appear above the list, labelled Sponsored and showing their honest rank.

How are therapists and counselors in Washington, D.C. ranked?

Each practice gets an RP Score from 0 to 100 from 8 published factors, including its Google rating, how clearly it focuses on therapy and counseling and how close it is. Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank. The score does not measure treatment outcomes.

Is a licensed counselor the same as a psychologist?

No. Licensed professional counselors, clinical social workers, marriage and family therapists and, in Ontario, registered psychotherapists hold their own licenses and answer to their own boards or colleges. They provide talk therapy for many of the same concerns; formal psychological testing is usually done by a psychologist.

Can I see a therapist online?

Often, yes. Licensing generally follows where you are during the session, so the provider needs to be licensed or authorized there. In the US, psychologists in PSYPACT member states can offer telepsychology to clients in other member states; counselors and social workers have their own rules. In Canada, ask whether the provider is registered in your province.

What if I need help right now?

Do not wait for a consultation. Call or text 988 (US and Canada) if you are in crisis or thinking about suicide, at any time. In an emergency, call 911.

Update log for Washington, D.C.

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 1,068 therapists and counselors serving Washington, D.C..
  2. November 2026: 5 duplicate listings merged.

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